Nissan is reportedly in talks with Taiwan’s Foxconn to build electric vehicles at its underutilised Oppama plant in Japan. The potential tie-up could protect local jobs amid Nissan’s global restructuring while supporting Foxconn’s EV manufacturing ambitions. Read more…
Paris’ popular bike share program has a big sticky finger problem
Paris’ bike-share system, Vélib has long been considered one of the shining success stories of urban micromobility. With a massive fleet of over 20,000 pedal and electric-assist bicycles around Paris, the service has helped millions of residents and tourists get around the City of Light without needing a car or scooter. But lately, a growing problem is threatening to knock the wheels off this urban mobility marvel: theft and joyriding. Read more…
Xpeng begins deliveries of G7 SUV powered by its in-house Turing chip
Xpeng has begun deliveries of the G7, the first model to feature Xpeng’s in-house Turing AI smart driving chip, which went on sale on July 4.
The G7 received over 10,000 firm orders within the first nine minutes.
Honda reportedly halts plans for large electric SUV
Honda has reportedly halted development of a large electric SUV as demand for electric cars in the US is expected to decline further. The US had been identified as the main sales market for the model, which was due to launch in 2027. Read more…
Nio’s JV with JAC being terminated as it now makes cars independently
The joint venture between Nio and JAC is being dissolved after Nio obtained its independent vehicle manufacturing qualification in December 2023.
Nio initially did not obtain its own vehicle manufacturing qualification and instead produced its vehicles under JAC’s name.
Xiaomi starts YU7 SUV deliveries; wait times increase to over a year
Xiaomi has started deliveries of its first electric SUV, the YU7, across 58 Chinese cities, but production bottlenecks have stretched wait times to as long as 14 months. The model recorded over 240,000 orders within 18 hours of launch, intensifying capacity constraints. Read more…
Onvo president shares video showing L90 automatically performing self-checks as pre-sales set to begin in 3 days
Nio factory’s AI inspection capabilities can automatically inspect over 1,000 vehicle functions in just three minutes.
Onvo will begin pre-sales for the L90 three-row SUV this Thursday.
Xiaomi president showcases first SU7 Ultra registered in Europe as Xiaomi EV aims to explore overseas markets from 2027
Xiaomi president showcased an SU7 Ultra with a German license plate, saying it was the company’s first experimental vehicle registered in Europe.
Xiaomi aims to begin selling vehicles in overseas markets by 2027.
‘Tesla Is Going To Have A Hard Time’: Why The Xiaomi YU7 Is Going Viral
The YU7 is only Xiaomi’s second car ever. In our video test in China, we found out why it deserves so much attention. Lire la suite…
Honda now has an electric Ruckus. Will they bring it to the US?
The Honda Ruckus has earned cult status thanks to its minimalist styling, exposed frame, and seemingly endless customizability. The scooter, also known in international markets as the Honda Zoomer, has spent years being seen as a blank canvas for scooter tuners, urban commuters, and anyone who just wanted something simple, small, and kind of weird to zip around town. A few years ago, Honda finally answered the call for an updated version by announcing and producing the “Zoomer e:”, which was an electric version of the Honda Ruckus. So where is it. Read more…
EVs Will Decimate Big Oil. Even Without U.S. Tax Credits.
Electric vehicles are already displacing millions of barrels of oil per day globally. Oil demand is expected to fall spectacularly over the next decade. Lire la suite…
Xiaomi begins YU7 SUV deliveries as wait times reach up to 14 months
Xiaomi has begun its first deliveries of the YU7 in 58 cities across China, with its founder personally handing over vehicles to some owners.
The wait times for the YU7 has been extended across the board, while the SU7 series has seen wait times shortened.
William Li says Nio’s third factory to start production in Sept, hints at competitive pricing for Onvo L90
Nio’s third factory in Hefei, Anhui province, will start production in September, which is expected to support the upcoming delivery of the Onvo L90.
The Onvo L90 will start at under RMB 300,000 ($41,870), according to William Li.
BMW ups the ante with the fastest, most powerful electric maxi-scooter
BMW Motorrad’s futuristic electric scooter just got its first real refresh since beginning production in 2021. The BMW CE 04, already one of the most capable and stylish electric maxi-scooters on the market, now gets a set of upgraded trim options, new aesthetic touches, and a more robust list of features that aim to make this urban commuter even more appealing to riders looking for serious electric performance on two wheels. Read more…
BMW ups the ante with the fastest, most powerful electric maxi-scooter
BMW Motorrad’s futuristic electric scooter just got its first real refresh since beginning production in 2021. The BMW CE 04, already one of the most capable and stylish electric maxi-scooters on the market, now gets a set of upgraded trim options, new aesthetic touches, and a more robust list of features that aim to make this urban commuter even more appealing to riders looking for serious electric performance on two wheels. Read more…
This Early Hyundai Ioniq 9 Charge Test Looks Really Good
Hyundai’s three-row absolutely blitzes through a 10-80% charge test. Lire la suite…
BYD Just Sold Its Millionth Seagull
Whether you call it the Dolphin Mini, Dolphin Surf or Seagull, BYD has moved more than a million of them. Lire la suite…
I found this cheap Chinese e-cargo trike that hauls more than your car!
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you combine a fruit cart, a cargo bike, and a Piaggio Ape all in one vehicle, now you’ve got your answer. I submit, for your approval, this week’s feature for the Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column – and it’s a beautiful doozie.. Read more…
BAM begins tests with digitally monitored hydrogen research filling station
The German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) has commissioned a research hydrogen filling station at its test site. BAM aims to develop and trial new quality assurance technologies for all technical processes. Read more…
Hyster launches electric empty container handler
Hyster has introduced its first heavy-duty electric empty container handler. The J6-7XD-EC3/4 models use integrated lithium-ion batteries and are said to deliver ICE-like performance without tailpipe emissions, targeting decarbonisation in ports and container terminals. Read more…
