The Trump administration is now allowing the NEVI program—$5 billion in EV charger funding—to keep flowing to states. Lire la suite…
America’s Federal EV Charger Funding Isn’t Dead After All
Joby Aviation and ANA Holdings to deploy over 100 electric air taxis in Japan
ANA Holdings, the largest airline group holding company in Japan, has announced plans with Joby Aviation to expand their partnership, aiming to deploy more than 100 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for air taxi services across Japan. The initiative is designed to establish a comprehensive air taxi ecosystem beginning in Tokyo and expanding… Read more…
Magnachip introduces TOLT-packaged MOSFET for EVs
South Korea-based Magnachip Semiconductor has released its new 80 V MXT MV MOSFET, MDLT080N017RH, featuring a TO-Leaded Top-Side Cooling (TOLT) package for thermal management and power efficiency in motor control systems for e-scooters and light EVs. The company has begun supplying the MOSFET to a leading global electric motor manufacturer. Unlike conventional TOLL (TO-Leadless) packages… Read more…
Rivian reveals one-off 1,025-horsepower R1S for a good cause
Monterey Car Week is famous for its collection of rare and historic gasoline-powered cars. But this year, American manufacturer Rivian is bringing a different kind of power to the party. The company is auctioning a truly unique, one-of-a-kind 2026 Rivian R1S Quad Pebble Beach edition. This special EV combines supercar-level performance with a design inspired by the California coast, and… Read more…
One of California’s top V2G electric school bus fleets just came online
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Fremont Unified School District (FUSD), and The Mobility House just launched one of California’s most advanced vehicle-to-grid (V2G) electric school bus fleets, delivering cleaner rides for students and extra power for the state’s grid. Read more…
Zero XB test ride: all-terrain electric motorcycle for under $5K
After starting production in June, Zero started delivering its new Zero XE and Zero XB electric motorcycles to customers in July. While taking delivery of another Zero electric motorcycle this morning, I got the chance to take a Zero XB for a quick spin. Read more…
It’s Not A Slate. Ford’s $30,000 Electric Pickup Truck Won’t Be Stripped-Out
Ford doesn’t believe leaving out comfort features is the right path to a cheap but profitable EV truck. Lire la suite…
Pure Lithium and Kingston Process Metallurgy to scale lithium metal anode production
US-based lithium battery technology company Pure Lithium has signed a strategic agreement with Canadian firm Kingston Process Metallurgy (KPM) to collaborate on the scaling, design, construction and commissioning of Pure Lithium’s pilot-scale lithium anode production reactor. Pure Lithium is advancing a lithium vanadium oxide battery enabled by a scalable and cost-effective lithium metal electroplating process,… Read more…
Webinar: Advanced thermal adhesives for boosting EV battery strength and energy density
As new battery cell-to-pack designs are commercialized in electric vehicle powertrains, the role of thermal adhesives has become increasingly critical. There is a growing need for innovative thermal adhesives that effectively bond battery cells to pack components while addressing performance and manufacturing challenges. This presentation will delve into recent advancements in thermal adhesives that not… Read more…
Bosch and Cariad work on “even safer” autopilot
Bosch and Volkswagen subsidiary Cariad are deepening their collaboration to develop an autopilot currently being trained on large data sets. The technology is already in trial use in test vehicles like the ID.Buzz and Audi Q8. The software stack is expected to be ready for first series projects by mid-2026. Read more…
Kempower approves forensic EV charging cable theft solution
Finnish company Kempower is the first EV charging station manufacturer to use a unique anti-theft solution from British supplier Formula Space. The latter developed CableGuard to combat the rise in thefts of charging cables for electric cars. Read more…
Ford’s new Universal EV Platform is a game changer that will unlock $30,000 electric cars
Ford claims its new midsize EV pickup will have a lower cost of ownership than a Tesla Model Y and more space than a Toyota RAV4. Starting at $30,000, it will also cost about the same as the RAV4. Here’s how the new Ford EV Universal Platform will make it happen. Read more…
Tesla opens second showroom and Supercharger site in India
Tesla has opened its second Indian showroom in Delhi’s Aerocity and its first Supercharger site in the city. The EV maker is also expanding charging infrastructure in the NCR and will soon add a location in Bengaluru, as it readies Model Y deliveries from September. Read more…
Tallinn City acquires further 30 trolleybuses from Skoda Group
Earlier this year, the city of Tallinn in Estonia ordered 40 electric trolleybuses from Skoda Group for use on public transport routes. Now, city authorities have confirmed they will purchase an additional 30 vehicles with delivery set for next year. Read more…
America Has Completely Blown Any Sort Of EV Transition
Nearly every other country is moving off gasoline more quickly than America. Plus: Volvo, Polestar and Volkswagen grapple with tariffs. Lire la suite…
Li Auto Jul deliveries breakdown: EREVs all decline, Mega continues to rise
L-series EREVs saw year-on-year declines of 40 percent to 53 percent in Jul deliveries, while Li Mega rose 330 percent year-on-year.
The Li L6 delivered 14,830 vehicles in July, accounting for 48.26 percent of Li Auto’s total deliveries.
Ford Wants to Beat China With Its Universal EV Platform
It’s all about simplification, slashing production costs and passing on the savings. Lire la suite…
Ford’s $30,000 Electric Truck Will Change Everything
Ford’s “Model T moment” may be late, but there are some promising details and plenty to look forward to. Lire la suite…
Ford’s Universal EV Production System Reinvents the Assembly Line
Ford, creator of the assembly line, is now splitting it in three. Lire la suite…
This Is Our First Look At Ford’s New $30,000 Electric Pickup
Ford says its breakthrough affordable EV will offer the interior space of a mid-size truck in the footprint of a Maverick. Lire la suite…
