The crisis-stricken carmaker has decided on a change in leadership. The current CEO Makoto Uchida has to leave at the end of the month. Ivan Espinosa, previously head of planning, will take over as CEO from 1 April. Read more…
KULR and Worksport partner to develop new battery pack system
Energy management platform provider KULR Technology and energy storage firm Worksport have formed a partnership focused on advancing battery technology and strengthening US manufacturing. The collaboration centers on three key areas: joint battery pack development, thermal runaway protection and battery management system (BMS) software design that integrates artificial intelligence. The companies will develop Worksport’s COR… Read more…
Next Mercedes-Benz electric vans to feature 800V system
Next-generation Mercedes-Benz electric vans will be able to charge faster thanks to an 800-volt electrical architecture and 22-kw AC onboard charger. Those are two of the details confirmed by Mercedes Thursday as the automaker was cold-weather testing these new vans in Arjeplog, Sweden, a popular spot for such testing in the Arctic Circle that… Read more…
Can Nissan’s New ‘Real Car Guy’ CEO Put It Back In The EV Race?
Plus, modern in-car tech is getting worse and owners have brought receipts, plus Polestar turns to Volvo’s dealer network. Read more…
2019 Hyundai Kona 64 kWh: Long-term owner review
This is a new series we’re very passionate about – talking to our readers about their EVs – what do you drive, how you’re liking it, what you love, what you don’t, and how has it been! Reviewing a new car is all well and good, but looking at a car long-term is just as important. Let’s move it over… Read more…
ZF to test Level 4 autonomous system in Germany
ZF has received authorisation from the regulatory agency KBA to test a Level 4 system for autonomous driving on public roads throughout Germany. Previously, the individual authorisations granted applied to clearly defined stretches of road or urban areas. Read more…
XCharge NA adds tap-to-pay and QR code security to its EV chargers
XCharge North America (XCharge NA) is making it easier for drivers to pay for EV charging with its first Virtual Point of Sale (VPOS) system launch.. Read more…
All the best EV rebate and cash back deals we could find for March 2025
Cynics will point at big rebates and claim they mean the vehicle isn’t selling, but that just exposes them as industry noobs. A rebate is a powerful financial tool that helps dealers overcome obstacles like negative equity, poor credit, down payment requirements, and interest rate objections so you can drive home in the car of your dreams today. Read more…
Trump, who doesn’t drive, says he will buy a Tesla to support Elon Musk
President Trump announced that he will buy a new Tesla vehicle this morning to support Elon Musk amid Tesla’s stock crashing and protests against the company. Read more…
CLIP Unveils BOLT, a $250 e-bike conversion system aimed at expanding access to cycling
Brooklyn-based e-bike conversion kit maker CLIP has launched BOLT, a front-mounted electric motor designed to transform standard bicycles into e-bikes. The company is marketing the device as the world’s most affordable quick-install e-bike upgrade, with a focus on making electrified transportation accessible in low-to-moderate income communities and emerging markets. Read more…
India’s Ultraviolette unveils electric motorcycle and scooter
Ultraviolette, an Indian performance-oriented electric two-wheeler manufacturer, is stepping into mass-market segments to become a mainstream brand. The company recently launched two new models—Tesseract and Shockwave—and will introduce ten more products by 2028. Read more…
Tesla Used Car Prices Have Fallen Off A Cliff
Used Teslas are plummeting in value, which means they would be a great used value if anyone actually wanted to buy them. Read more…
Automakers’ share of China NEV market in Feb: BYD tops with 29.2%, Tesla 7th with 3.8%
Xiaomi EV entered CPCA’s monthly leaderboard for the first time, coming in at No. 9 in the NEV market with 23,728 sales and a 3.4 percent share.
Xpeng came in at 6th place with a 4.0 percent share of the Chinese NEV market in February, and Li Auto at 8th place with 3.7 percent.
ROHM launches 650 V GaN high-electron-mobility transistors for automotive applications
Japanese electronic parts manufacturer ROHM Semiconductor has released GNP2070TD-Z 650 V GaN high-electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs) in the TO-Leadless (TOLL) package. The TOLL package, which features a compact design with high heat dissipation, current capacity and switching performance, is increasingly being adopted in applications that require high power handling, particularly inside industrial equipment and automotive systems. ROHM has… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz bundles charging services under MB.CHARGE
From now on, MB.CHARGE will be the umbrella for Mercedes-Benz digital charging solutions. The first step is the integrated charging service MB.CHARGE Public, which replaces the previous Mercedes me Charge service. Charging prices and tariffs will remain unchanged under MB.CHARGE Public. Read more…
Daimler Buses introduces digital service package
Daimler Buses is now temporarily offering a digital service package as a free option for all newly delivered buses and coaches. Read more…
2021-2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled third time for power loss issues
Ford is again recalling 2021-2022 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles because of an issue with a key propulsion-system component that could cause loss of drive power. The core issue is that battery main contractors can overheat after DC fast charging or when the driver floors it too many times in a row. That can lead to “arcing and deformation of the… Read more…
Ford EVs Can Now Navigate To Tesla Superchargers Via Apple Maps On CarPlay
Apple Maps will show drivers the estimated state of charge on arrival, but there’s a huge caveat. Read more…
Hyundai to manufacture fuel cells in South Korea
The South Korean carmaker Hyundai wants to set up a fuel cell production facility at its existing plant in Ulsan. Construction is scheduled to begin this year, with production set to start in 2028. So far, Hyundai has manufactured fuel cells in China. Read more…
BMW announces the Superbrains computer system for its Neue Klasse models
BMW announced its new electronic system with four high-performance Superbrains computers that will power all upcoming vehicles on the Neue Klasse platform, regardless of the powertrain. BMW says the new system is more powerful and efficient, and will have a sense of continuity, meaning all vehicles running on the Superbrains system will receive updates and features from future platforms succeeding… Read more…
