The Canadian province of Alberta, currently the country’s top producer of petroleum, could soon be producing substantial quantities of lithium. Alberta-based lithium developer E3 Lithium has announced the discovery of higher-than-expected lithium concentrations in the Nisku Aquifer through a new six-well sampling program conducted late in 2023. E3 Lithium sampled brine in the Nisku from… Read more…
Transforming the EV Charging Station Market: New AI-Driven Revenue Opportunities
Sponsored by SECOThe electric mobility surge owes its momentum to a confluence of factors—heightened environmental consciousness, strides in battery technology, and the perspective of reduced operational costs. As electric vehicles gain traction, they emerge as a linchpin in smart city management, aligning with sustainability, enhanced efficiency, and reduced emissions goals. The growing use of EV… Read more…
Kia EV9 sales are heating up in the US
Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales.. Read more…
‘World’s largest EV range test’ sees Tesla dethroned by an automaker you may not know yet
On Wednesday, the Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) completed its bi-annual El Prix event that tests the range of dozens of popular EVs from around the globe and various price brackets. While Tesla has dominated the last four years, 2024’s winter edition of the El Prix saw a newcomer not only deliver the most range in cold weather but also come closest to its advertised range. Read more…
Here’s how BYD is working on its image problem
China’s BYD is selling millions of EVs, famously outselling Tesla in the last quarter of 2023, and riding an enormous wave of success. But not many Europeans (and practically no Americans) have ever heard of it, much less trust it as a reliable brand. But as the EV giant makes inroads outside of China, it is looking to change that, the old-school way, dealer by dealer. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) is converting its sleek electric sedan into a new line of police vehicles
Lucid (LCID) is launching a new line of police vehicles based on its luxury Air electric sedan. The EV startup is set to unveil the new EVs at the World Defense Show next week in Saudi Arabia.. Read more…
GM Has 100,000 Reservations For Its EV Pickups
Plus, the EV buying experience beats out ICE and Stellantis dealers are rushing to prepare for new electric models. Read more…
USA sees 2,968 new fuel cell cars registered in 2023
Hydrogen cars also remain a small niche segment in the USA. However, the two car models are only sold in one state – due to the lack of infrastructure. Read more…
Polestar 4 Goes On Sale In Europe And Australia, U.S. Launch Set For Mid-2024
Deliveries of the company’s fastest production model to date are slated to begin in August. Read more…
Neta delivers 10,032 cars in Jan, up 95.37% from Dec
Neta’s sequential rebound in deliveries in January appears to be largely due to a low base in December. Read more…
37 new H2 refuelling stations built in Europe in 2023
In 2023, 37 new hydrogen filling stations were opened in Europe, twelve more in Japan, 29 in South Korea and seven in North America. 92 per cent of the new European hydrogen stations can also refuel heavy commercial vehicles. Read more…
What can the Tesla Model Y with BYD battery do?
The Model Y with rear-wheel drive is Tesla’s most basic SUV. Opting for the Model Y RWD means more than just omitting the front motor. The battery is also smaller, offers less range and uses completely different technology. But the price is noticeably lower and convinced nearly a quarter of Tesla buyers in Germany. This raises the question: How much Tesla can you get for just under 43k?
Electrip expands Intercharge network
New charging station operator Electrip has signed a roaming agreement with Hubject, adding to the Intercharge network. This EV roaming partnership means that Electrip’s charging stations are now compatible with hundreds of charging service providers across Europe. Read more…
I Put Down A Deposit On A 2025 Volvo EX30. Will It Be Our Next Long-Term Tester?
I decided to throw down $500 on Volvo’s compact, potentially groundbreaking EV. But I’m not sold on it yet. Read more…
Zeekr delivers 12,537 cars in Jan, down 7% from Dec
Zeekr’s deliveries in January fell from the previous month, but fared better than its main peers. Read more…
Leapmotor delivers 12,277 cars in Jan, down 34% from Dec
To date, the C10 has more than 23,500 pre-orders since pre-sales began on January 10, Leapmotor said. Read more…
Volvo to drop its stake in Polestar with Geely taking over funding
Shortly after launching its latest model, the Polestar 4, the EV manufacturer faces trouble. The former performance arm of Volvo, and now a separate company, still relies on funding, which until now was flowing from Volvo. As the EV sales seem to slow down for some manufacturers, Volvo is looking to cut down its expenses and wants to shed its… Read more…
Volvo reconsiders its stake in Polestar
Gogoro expands battery swapping into Latin America
The Taiwanese electric scooter and battery swapping company Gogoro has expanded into Chile and Columbia. Back home, the company has just launched its flagship electric scooter Pulse. Read more…
Daimler, Navistar, Volvo ally for heavy-duty truck charging
Three of the largest commercial truck manufacturers have joined forces on charging infrastructure. Daimler Trucks North America, Navistar, and Volvo Group North America on Wednesday announced Powering America’s Commercial Transportation (PACT), described in a joint press release as a “coalition focused on education and advocacy for accelerating… Read more…
