Chinese customers buying the Xiaomi SU7 are now facing longer delivery waits than when the model was launched.
Xiaomi has already delivered 180,000 SU7s and there are still 140,000-150,000 vehicles waiting to be delivered.
The Volvo EX90 Will Get A Big Battery Upgrade
Volvo’s flagship electric SUV is stuck with a 400V battery while Hyundai and Kia charge ahead with 800V. That will change soon. Read more…
Toyota launches bZ3X in China
Toyota and GAC have begun selling the bZ3X in China. The electric SUV is available at prices starting at 109,800 yuan, which is equivalent to around 14,000 euros. More than 10,000 orders for the bZ3X were placed in the first hour. Read more…
Volvo EX60: Here’s A Sneak Peek At Volvo’s Model Y Rival
Based on a new 800V architecture, the EX60 is poised to become Volvo’s best-selling EV. Read more…
Honda launches S7 electric SUV in China, priced similarly to Tesla Model Y
Dongfeng Honda has officially launched the Honda S7, the first model under Honda’s Ye brand.
The Honda S7 is offered in two variants with starting prices of RMB 259,900 ($35,840) and RMB 309,900 respectively.
Honda launches S7 electric SUV in China, priced similarly to Tesla Model Y
Dongfeng Honda has officially launched the Honda S7, the first model under Honda’s Ye brand.
The Honda S7 is offered in two variants with starting prices of RMB 259,900 ($35,840) and RMB 309,900 respectively.
New VW ID. EVERY1
Since the Beetle, Volkswagen has been enabling affordable mobility for millions of people with compact and likeable cars. With the ID. EVERY101 concept car, the German car manufacturer is now showing an entry-level all-electric model. Volkswagen will launch the production version in 2027 – with a starting price of around 20,000 euros. The ID. Read more…
New VW ID. EVERY1
Since the Beetle, Volkswagen has been enabling affordable mobility for millions of people with compact and likeable cars. With the ID. EVERY101 concept car, the German car manufacturer is now showing an entry-level all-electric model. Volkswagen will launch the production version in 2027 – with a starting price of around 20,000 euros. The ID. Read more…
Tesla has received 200,000 orders in China for refreshed Model Y, report says
Tesla’s revamped Model Y has racked up 200,000 orders since it opened for pre-orders on January 10, albeit including many refundable orders, according to local media.
One of Tesla’s core goals in China this year is to introduce the Cybertruck electric pickup truck.
Nexperia releases OPEN Alliance-compliant ESD protection diodes
Semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia has released ESD protection diodes to comply with the OPEN Alliance requirements for use in 10BASE-T1S automotive Ethernet applications. The diodes feature low capacitance (0.4 pF), which allows them to be used to protect higher-speed applications deploying 100BASE-T1 or 1000BASE-T1 in-vehicle networks while still maintaining high signal integrity. The diodes offer a… Read more…
BYD Yangwang says luxury sedan U7 coming soon
Yangwang said it has completed development and testing of the DiSus-Z body control system, which would soon follow the U7 to market.
The U7, a sedan priced in the RMB 1 million range, went on pre-sales last November.
VW ID.Every1 previews sub-$25,000 ID.1
Volkswagen on Wednesday unveiled a concept car previewing its smallest and cheapest EV yet. The VW ID.Every1 is meant as a first glimpse at a sub-$25,000 electric car the automaker plans to launch in 2027—in Europe, at least. At 152.8 inches long, the four-door hatch is about the size of the outgoing Mini Cooper SE, and about 10 inches… Read more…
Toyota launches bZ3X SUV, its cheapest EV in China with $15,150 starting price
Toyota’s bZ3X seems to be seeing good initial acceptance, securing over 10,000 orders in its first hour of launch.
The model is Toyota’s first all-electric SUV in the RMB 100,000 class and comes with Momenta’s smart driving system.
The tooling machines revolutionizing segmented radial crimp technology (Webinar)
Join us for TE Connectivity’s cutting-edge webinar, “Precision and Performance: Exploring Tooling Machines That Drive Segmented Radial Crimp Technology”, where we will dive into the highlight advancements in crimping technology. Unlike conventional crimping methodologies, segmented radial crimp technology involves exerting pressure in distinct segments or zones around the connector’s perimeter. This technology can be used… Read more…
Chevrolet Silverado EV ZR2 concept takes EV trucks off-road racing
Chevy is taking the Silverado EV off-road racing in concept form The concept gets the ZR2 nameplate along with the Hummer EV’s powertrain, trick shocks, big tires, and skid plates A production variant is feasible and quite likely in the future General Motors is looking to drum up interest in an upcoming off-road variant of the Chevrolet Silverado… Read more…
Telo shows its $41,520 electric truck in pre-production form
Telo Trucks on Thursday unveiled the first pre-production unit of its MT1 compact electric pickup truck. The next step toward getting the tiny truck into customer hands, California-based Telo said in a press release, is safety and durability testing, followed by regulatory homologation, which Telo hopes to finish next winter. Unveiled in 2023 in… Read more…
You’re Worrying About The Wrong EV Batteries
The big, expensive batteries are dead reliable. It’s the puny 12-volts that are causing problems. Read more…
Segway’s new flagship Ninebot MAX G3 opens for preorder at $500 off, Jackery Spring Sale takes 50% off units, Samsung, more
Leading today’s Green Deals is the $500 off pre-sale promotion on Segway’s new Ninebot MAX G3 eKickScooter that comes with a bunch of upgraded features like Apple Find My, autonomous locking/unlocking, and more – all at $900 through March 24. We also have Jackery’s Spring Sale in full swing with 50% off discounts on its power stations and solar generators (and bonus savings), one of which is the Explorer 3000 Pro Portable Power Station bundled with two 200W solar panels at a new $1,994 low. Lastly, we have Samsung’s Bespoke AI Laundry Combo All-in-One Washer and Ventless Heat Pump Dryer coming with a bunch of additional savings at $2,199. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX weekend flash sale offers, the Lectric XPedition 1.0 and XPeak 1.0 price cuts, and more. Read more…
Honda’s new S7 electric SUV is surprisingly stylish and affordable, but you can’t have it
Honda officially launched its new electric SUV, the S7, in China. As its first high-end electric SUV, Honda says the S7 will set new benchmarks with over 400 miles (650 km) of driving range, first-class comfort, and a stylish new design. The S7 will compete with the Tesla Model Y and other premium electric SUVs in China, starting at about $36,000. Read more…
Kia’s EV9 can power your home and save you on energy costs: Watch how easy it is [Video]
The Kia EV9 is already an impressive electric SUV with its bold design, spacious cabin, and smart technology. Now it’s unlocking another new feature. With the new Wallbox Quasar 2 home charger, Kia EV9 owners can power their homes for up to three days and even save on energy costs. Watch how easy it is to use in the demo below. Read more…
