US-based solar and battery systems supplier Enphase Energy has expanded production shipments of its newest electric vehicle charger, the IQ EV Charger 2, across Europe to now include Greece, Romania, Ireland and Poland. The IQ EV Charger 2 is a smart charger designed to work seamlessly with Enphase solar and battery systems or as a… Read more…
Vulcan Energy starts qualification process for its lithium battery material with offtake partners
Lithium producer Vulcan Energy has finalized a strategy to pre-qualify its battery-quality lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LHM) material prior to entering full commercial production. The company is developing its Phase One Lionheart Project to provide integrated lithium and renewable energy production for the battery electric vehicle industry in Europe. Vulcan is starting to produce and dispatch… Read more…
I Gave the Tesla Diner A Chance. You Should Too
Once you get past the hype and controversy, you realize Tesla Diner is something useful—a much-needed fast-charging station in the heart of LA. Lire la suite…
Tesla sales in Europe are in free fall and the pain is just starting
Tesla sales in Europe are continuing to decline rapidly, and it appears the pain is just beginning for the automaker. Read more…
The Nissan Micra EV starts at just over $30,000 and has more range than expected
The Nissan Micra is back, and it’s gone all-electric. Nissan announced that prices for the new Micra EV will start at £22,995, or just over $30,000, in the UK. It also has a longer driving range than initially expected. Read more…
Electric bikes might just be the healthiest thing to ever happen to teenagers
We’re long past the point where electric bikes were seen as just a trend. At this stage, they’re clearly transforming the way we get around. And perhaps nowhere is that transformation more impactful than among America’s youth. In fact, it’s not a stretch to say that electric bikes might be the healthiest thing to happen to American teens in a generation. Read more…
The new MG4 EV starts at just $10,000, but a semi-solid-state battery option is coming soon
SAIC Motor opened pre-sales for the new MG4 EV, starting at just over $10,000 in China. The Chinese automaker confirmed a new MG4 model, powered by a semi-solid-state battery, is set to launch next month. Read more…
MAN Trucks launches series production electric semis, rolls out charging cubes
Shortly after bringing a line of electric semi-trucks into production, German truck manufacturer MAN Trucks, in cooperation with AW Automotive, has introduced a mobile battery energy storage system (BESS) designed to bring charging for heavy-duty vehicles to remote sites. As Autoweek reports, MAN’s Smart Charging Cube is designed to be operated almost anywhere, with no… Read more…
Webinar: Two-stage AC-DC converter for battery charging applications
A virtual prototype of a battery charging design is created with SaberEXP, a piecewise linear circuit simulation tool from Synopsys. Design considerations include charging and discharging profiles, power conversion from grid (AC) to battery (DC), control algorithms are either ASIC based, or software driven. This battery charging design uses a two stage AC-DC converter, comprised… Read more…
California Is Kicking Its EV Charger Plans Into High Gear
California has North America’s best EV charging network. Now it’s expanding that lead, with millions more for public fast charging. Lire la suite…
XPeng’s new P7 gets a giant 87-inch HUD
The EV market is getting more crowded by the day, with new models competing for our attention with claims of more range, faster charging, and smarter technology. XPeng steps into this busy world with its new P7, a sleek fastback that is determined to win over buyers with performance, and with a cabin packed with futuristic gadgets. After a five-year… Read more…
A Chevy Silverado EV Drove Over 1,000 Miles on a Single Charge With Simple DIY Tricks
GM engineers say they broke the world record for range in an electric vehicle. Anybody can repeat their tricks for pulling this off. Lire la suite…
The Affordable Hyundai Ioniq 2 Is Coming In September
A smaller, more affordable Hyundai EV will be revealed soon for Europe. Does it have a shot anywhere else in the world? Lire la suite…
Rivian, Slate and Lucid Face A Tough Road Ahead
Tariffs, and a loss of tax credits, mean uncertainty for the EV startups. Plus, Hyundai prioritizes Europe for EVs as U.S. subsidies fade. Lire la suite…
P.B. Balaji to take over as JLR’s new CEO
JLR has announced the appointment of P.B. Balaji as its new CEO with effect from November 2025. Balaji succeeds Adrian Mardell, who is retiring after around three years in the top job. Read more…
Aviloo takes stance to correct battery life cycle study
The battery testing company Aviloo is taking a stance against reporting on a recently published Stanford study, which claims that occasional sprints extend the service life of electric car batteries. Read more…
German grocery chain REWE expands electric delivery fleet
The German grocery chain Rewe is expanding its electric delivery fleet in Berlin with another 40 electric transporters, as well as launching emissions-free deliveries in the city of Neuss. Read more…
Tesla grants Elon Musk $29bn in shares to secure long-term leadership
Tesla has awarded CEO Elon Musk a new stock package valued at $29 billion to reinforce his commitment to the company. Tesla states this grant is designed to incentivise Musk to remain at the helm and strengthen his voting power. Read more…
Costco EV Marketplace celebrates milestone with fresh deals [update]
Costco’s EV Marketplace hopes to guide its members through every step of their electrification journey with helpful articles, insights, and resources. The online resource gas just hit its six-month milestone, and to celebrate, they’re rolling out fresh deals on three new Volvo EVs. Read more…
Meet Hyundai’s smallest EVs yet: The E3W and E4W
Hyundai’s thinking small, but aiming big. The E3W and E4W concepts, an electric tuk-tuk and mini four-wheeler, are Hyundai’s smallest EVs yet, but they could be a surprise hit. Read more…
