Hesai’s ATX LiDAR will be used in Leapmotor’s production models starting in 2025.
Hesai is the exclusive LiDAR supplier to Leapmotor and is also a supplier to Li Auto.
Toyota aims to globalise electric car production
According to a report in Nikkei Asia, Toyota plans to triple its global range of EV models by 2027 and increase its electric car production to around one million vehicles – seven times the 2024 level. However, Nikkei Asia does not cite any sources for these statements. Read more…
Toyota aims to globalise electric car production
According to a report in Nikkei Asia, Toyota plans to triple its global range of EV models by 2027 and increase its electric car production to around one million vehicles – seven times the 2024 level. However, Nikkei Asia does not cite any sources for these statements. Read more…
Tesla removes Cybertruck’s range extender from its website
Tesla no longer offers a range extender battery option for its Cybertruck on its website. It is unclear whether Tesla is no longer planning to launch the product or is just taking a break from reservations. Read more…
Tesla removes Cybertruck’s range extender from its website
Tesla no longer offers a range extender battery option for its Cybertruck on its website. It is unclear whether Tesla is no longer planning to launch the product or is just taking a break from reservations. Read more…
ZF unveils new eTRAC drive for medium to large construction machines
At Bauma in Munich, Germany, ZF presented a new electric central drive specially designed for medium to large construction machines. The new addition to the eTRAC product family covers a power range of up to 230 kW. Read more…
ZF unveils new eTRAC drive for medium to large construction machines
At Bauma in Munich, Germany, ZF presented a new electric central drive specially designed for medium to large construction machines. The new addition to the eTRAC product family covers a power range of up to 230 kW. Read more…
Xpeng begins pre-sales of updated X9 MPV with upgraded features, higher price
The 2025 X9 has a pre-sales starting price of RMB 399,800 ($54,500), up 11.12 percent from its predecessor.
The model is set to be officially launched next week, and show cars are already available at more than 500 stores.
BYD launches in Slovakia and the Czech Republic
The Chinese carmaker is expanding its presence on the European market and started offering its electric cars in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. In both cases, BYD kicks things off with the all-electric Sealion 7 and the plug-in hybrid Seal U DM-i. Read more…
BYD previews Q1 net income to rise as much as 118.88% year-on-year
BYD said it expects net income in the first quarter to be between RMB 8.5 billion and RMB 10 billion, an increase of 86.04 percent to 118.88 percent year-on-year. Read more…
Global EV battery market share in Jan-Feb 2025: CATL 38.2%, BYD 16.9%
CATL and BYD’s combined EV battery installed capacity in January-February was 71.5 GWh, accounting for 55.1 percent of the global total.
There are six Chinese companies in the top 10.
Analysts see limited impact of US tariffs on Chinese automakers
In 2024, about 116,000 vehicles were exported from China to the US and were dominated by US-branded models, analysts said.
For Chinese car companies operating in Mexico, the Latin American market is their focus.
Ample to partner with Japanese OEMs deploying swapping stations in Tokyo
Ample, a battery-swapping technology company, is teaming up with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus (MFTBC) and Mitsubishi Motors, to deploy a network of swapping stations in Tokyo that will each be able to support over 100 vehicles. The initiative, which will focus on supporting commercial fleets, initially targeting delivery vehicles, is backed by a grant… Read more…
Swedish miner LKAB to complete first test of electric truck
Swedish state-owned mining company LKAB is nearing completion of the first phase of testing the electric Scania Heavy Tipper truck above ground in Malmberget, Sweden after approximately 50,000 km driven. The battery-powered trucks are part of LKAB’s goal to electrify the vehicle fleet throughout its value chain, from mine to finished product. LKAB brought the Heavy… Read more…
Xiaomi YU7 to offer cool views and cooler cabin with smart glass roof
Xiaomi’s EV lineup is about to double with the introduction of the YU7, a new electric SUV. The latest images have provided a first look at the YU7’s roof, sporting an intriguing purple tint. Some details about the vehicle have already been revealed, but now we can see that the YU7 will use the same impressive sun protection technology used… Read more…
Renesas unveils Li-ion battery management platform with pre-validated firmware
Japanese semiconductor firm Renesas Electronics has introduced an all-in-one system for managing lithium-ion battery packs in consumer products, including e-bikes. The Ready Battery Management System with Fixed Firmware (R-BMS F) comes with pre-validated firmware to reduce the learning curve for developers, enabling rapid designs of safe, power-efficient battery management systems. Designed for lithium-ion batteries in… Read more…
PULSETRAIN secures €6.1 million to develop integrated BMS, inverter and charging electronics
German startup PULSETRAIN has raised €6.1 million in seed financing to develop its powertrain technology. The financing round was led by Vsquared Ventures and Planet A and joined by Climate Club. PULSETRAIN said it will use the funds to accelerate its product development as the company prepares to industrialize and scale. PULSETRAIN takes a holistic… Read more…
I tried taking a tiny e-bike kayak-camping on a deserted island. Here’s what happened
When I first looked at the JackRabbit XG Pro, my instinct was to take it somewhere wild. Sure, it’s designed to be a compact, fun-sized ride for urban zipping and off-road excursions — but what if I took it even further? What if I used it to tow a kayak… to the beach… and then paddled that kayak with the e-bike strapped to it to a deserted island to go camping. Read more…
Tesla’s long-time top engineer launches new energy startup: Heron Power
Drew Baglino, a long-time top executive at Tesla who exited last year, has launched a new energy startup: Heron Power. Read more…
Barcelona’s new electric commuter ferry runs for 21 hours on a single charge
The Port of Barcelona launched the Ecocat Tres, a highly efficient, all-electric commuter ferry powered by Molabo’s ARIES i50 electric motors. Read more…
