At the Bauma trade fair, Bosch is presenting a newly developed 800-volt electric drive for construction machinery. The drive system consists of the Bosch SMG230 electric motor and a particularly efficient inverter with silicon carbide power modules. Read more…
BYD to launch Atto 2 compact SUV in France, starting at $30,440
The compact SUV was presented on Tuesday at the La Défense Arena in Paris.
The Atto 2 will start at 28,990 euros ($30,440) in France.
Dachser adds twelve MAN eTGX electric trucks to fleet
Logistics service provider Dachser has put twelve fully electric MAN eTGX trucks into service. With the special ultra-lowliner semitrailer tractors, Dachser can now expand its growing fleet of electric trucks in the area of volume transport with so-called ‘mega trailers.’ Read more…
Voyah kicks off research on its 3rd-gen solid state battery tech
Voyah’s third-generation solid-state battery will maintain an energy density of 300 Wh/kg, but with an increased charging multiplier of 3 to 5 C.
The solid-state battery has zero electrolyte content and can operate over an extremely wide temperature range.
Daimler Truck subjects the eActros 600 to final winter tests
Daimler Truck’s eActros 600 heavy-duty electric truck has been rolling off the production line since November. Nevertheless, the manufacturer sent two vehicles on a winter test drive across Scandinavia – and brought back some interesting measurements on energy consumption on ice and snow. Read more…
January figures: EV sales up by a third across the EU
Sales of battery-electric cars in the European Union increased by 34 per cent in January compared to the same month last year. After a year of decline in 2024, this could send a signal for the year ahead. Germany leads the way with a good 50 per cent growth. Read more…
Bollinger Motors partners with EO Charging to provide fleet electrification solutions
EV manufacturer Bollinger Motors, a subsidiary of Mullen Automotive, has partnered with fleet charging specialist EO Charging to offer comprehensive electrification solutions for Bollinger’s commercial fleet customers. EO Charging will deliver its “full charge assurance solution,” including charger installation, a complete tech stack and 24/7 support—the company promises an uptime greater than 99%. The company… Read more…
zepp.solutions to supply fuel cells for river cruise ship hydrogen project
The Dutch fuel cell system developer and integrator zepp.solutions has been selected as the supplier of fuel cell systems for the NERA-H2 project. The project will retrofit existing river cruise ships with a propulsion system based on hydrogen fuel cells. Read more…
Solid-state battery: Adden Energy produces sample cells for OEMs
The solid-state battery developer Adden Energy, founded by scientists from Harvard University, has commissioned a pilot production line. The young company produces sample cells, which are sent to car manufacturers, among others, for testing. Read more…
Here’s how in-wheel motors could cut EV cost, boost range 20%
In-wheel motor maker Elaphe doesn’t see issues with durability or unsprung mass “Vehicle-level” integration of tech could bring 20% cheaper vehicles, 20% efficiency boost Elaphe is targeting 95% efficiency on a battery-to-wheel basis by 2030 If you took a quick look at the display stand for Slovenia’s Elaphe Propulsion Technologies at CES… Read more…
Lucid orders battery graphite from Syrah
The Australian-based raw materials company Syrah Resources has signed a binding purchase agreement with Lucid for the supply of graphite as an active anode material. The graphite is to come from Syrah’s US production plant in Vidalia. Read more…
BYD shares more images of Qin L EV electric sedan
The new images show exterior details of the Qin L EV electric sedan from different angles.
Its rear logo hints at a God’s Eye C intelligent driving system.
Tesla to start deliveries of facelifted Model Y in China on Feb 26
Tesla began production of the facelifted Model Y on February 18 at its Shanghai factory.
The Model Y is one of the best-selling models, with 480,309 units delivered in China in 2024, contributing 73.10 percent of Tesla’s deliveries in China.
Wuling Hong Guang MINIEV launched as a four-door model
The SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture has launched a four-door version of its small electric Hong Guang MINIEV, which is in high demand in China. Three variants are available at prices between 44,800 and 50,800 yuan, which is equivalent to around 5,900 to 6,700 euros. Read more…
Tesla starts rolling out FSD-like features in China
Tesla has begun rolling out FSD-like smart driving features in China, though avoids mentioning FSD.
The latest software update will allow vehicles to follow navigation routes off ramps and intersections, and drive at intersections in accordance with traffic signals.
Li Auto had planned to reveal Li i8 on Feb 27, moved date up because of Xiaomi, says CEO
Li Auto decided to adjust the announcement date of the Li i8 after learning that the launch of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is scheduled for February 27.
Li Auto CEO said the decision was made to thank Xiaomi’s Lei Jun for helping the company in the past, as well as to avoid public misunderstanding.
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Feb 23: Nio 2,500, Onvo 1,400, Tesla 7,000, Xiaomi 6,400, BYD 59,100
Xpeng was at 8,800 units, Li Auto 7,700, Zeekr 3,500, Leapmotor 5,500 and Aito 3,900.
Major EV makers saw an increase in insurance registrations last week as the recovery continues.
Tesla sent US engineers to China earlier this month to help with FSD optimization, report says
The move could improve the performance of FSD in China as much as possible without transferring data outside of China, according to local media.
Tesla China is currently conducting small-scale tests of the FSD among some employees in the R&D department.
Mercedes axes the EQ name, all-electric CLA, GLC and C-Class models in the works
Mercedes revealed its future plans in a rather lengthy press release. To some extent, Mercedes admits its mistakes with its all-electric EQ lineup and maintains its commitment to ICE models. That doesn’t mean the EVs presence will be reduced, but there will be a different approach going forward. Starting with the upcoming CLA, Mercedes is making the vehicle available in… Read more…
Sony sets up first store for its Afeela EV
Sony Honda Mobility has opened its first public studio in Los Angeles, dedicated to its first EV – the Afeela. Located in the Westfield Century City mall, the studio offers a chance for potential customers and EV enthusiasts to get up close and personal with the Afeela before its California launch in 2026. The Century City location, in the heart… Read more…
