Back in May, Skoda gave us the first glimpse at the upcoming Elroq, a model which is expected to become official this fall. Today, the brand is continuing the hype campaign with a showcase of the car from various angles. There is only one catch: it’s covered in camo. That is, decidedly, some much nicer camo than we normally get,… Read more…
Kia to launch affordable EV4 electric sedan next year with an ambitious production goal
With another low-cost (under $35K) electric car launching next year, Kia is setting an ambitious goal. Kia will launch EV4 production in early 2025, aiming to build 70,000 models a year to meet the demand for affordable EVs. Read more…
The UIM E1 World Championship adds Lake Como GP to its 2024 electric boat racing calendar
Nascent electric boat racing series E1 recently completed its third Grand Prix of its inaugural season. As the nine initial teams, led by a mix of celebrities and professional athletes, compete around the globe en route to the championship in Hong Kong this fall, E1 has added another gorgeous location for a summer GP – Lake Como. Read more…
Here’s how big of a difference tires can make on Tesla Model 3
A fascinating new test highlights the impressive difference EV-specific tires can make on the efficiency of a Tesla Model 3 – though it would also apply to other vehicles. Read more…
Ford trims EU leadership as it struggles to keep pace in the shift to EVs
Ford is cutting its EU leadership team as the automaker struggles to keep up with the market’s shift to EVs. After losing its European boss to Volkswagen, Ford is reorganizing its business to get the brand back on track. Read more…
It’s Now Cheaper To Lease A Tesla Model 3 Than A Toyota Camry
Two of the best-selling cars in the United States battle it out on the leasing field. Read more…
Toyota Three-Row Electric SUV: Everything We Know
Toyota showcased a “bZ large SUV” concept a few years ago. Rumors suggest that it could transform into a future bZ5x. Read more…
Shenzhen Kehua unveils high-efficiency 40 kW SiC charging module
Power electronics manufacturer Shenzhen Kehua has developed a 40 kW silicon carbide high-efficiency, low-noise charging module, which is intended to serve as a core component of a high-power EV charger. The new module, which Kehua showed off at the recent Intersolar Europe exhibition in Munich, complies with CE and UL certifications, and meets EMC Class… Read more…
Volkswagen to invest up to $5 billion in Rivian over the next 2 years, companies will share software
The Volkswagen Group will invest up to $5 billion in US EV maker Rivian in a complex deal under which the two companies will form an equally controlled joint venture to share EV architecture and software. As reported by Reuters, Volkswagen will immediately invest $1 billion in Rivian through a convertible note, and also pledges… Read more…
GM supplying batteries to the military for evaluation of future platforms
The U.S. military is evaluating EV batteries from GM The military’s looking at how to handle its energy-storage needs The project will potentially lead to pathways for domestically supplied energy storage for the military General Motors is supplying EV batteries for a military research project. The automaker’s GM Defense subsidiary is providing… Read more…
Co-op Funeralcare now offers electric hearse
British co-op Funeralcare now offers a new fleet of electric vehicles, including an electric hearse. The EVs are already available at funeral homes in east London, Briston and Leeds. Read more…
How Volkswagen’s Endless Software Headaches Led It To Rivian
Plus, GM’s Cruise gets a new CEO, and we look at the EV market’s “ebbs and flows” as every company struggles to figure out the future. Read more…
These Are The Worst Used Electric Cars, According To Consumer Reports
Tesla, Hyundai, Rivian, Volkswagen, Chevrolet and Audi all have a place on Consumer Reports’s list. Read more…
Ember receives funding to expand electric bus fleet
British electric intercity bus operator Ember has increased its fleet of zero-emission coaches with a £5.6 million loan from Triodos Bank UK. Read more…
Allego charges HPC blocking fee from July
Allego will introduce a blocking fee at its HPC stations in Europe from 1 July. It will apply after 45 minutes of charging and will be around 25 cents per minute – the exact amount depends on the country. Read more…
Sany introduces electric excavator on the market in the Netherlands
Chinese construction machinery manufacturer Sany is marketing an electric excavator outside China for the first time. The SY215E has now been presented in the Netherlands and is to be sold in other European countries in the future. Read more…
Honda releases lease details for its interesting CR-V fuel cell plug-in hybrid
Honda has announced lease pricing for its upcoming CR-V e:FCEV fuel cell plug in hybrid, which operates either on electricity or hydrogen. Read more…
XPeng’s founder tested out Tesla FSD in the US to see how it compares to XNGP [Video]
For a couple of years, two of the leading driving systems pushing the limits of automotive autonomy have been Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) and XPeng Motors’ Navigation Guided Pilot (XNGP). Both EV automakers are leading the race in their respective markets, but neither technology is available in the opposite country (at least for now). In a cool video recently posted by XPeng, founder, chairman, and CEO He Xiaopeng tested out Tesla FSD for himself in the US and documented his experience, which you can see in the video below. Read more…
Kia EV3 In-Depth Video: Way More Than Just A Cheap New EV
Sports-related graphics themes, a sliding center tray, ventilated rear seats and front lounge seats are all part of the Kia EV’s deal. Read more…
Rimac reveals robotaxi service ‘Verne’
Croatian electric car manufacturer Rimac has unveiled its own robotaxi service. Named after Jules Verne, the new service and its ecosystem are based on three key elements – including the autonomous vehicle itself, which is of course powered purely by electricity. Read more…
