Mercedes-Benz Trucks has opened a new development centre for electric motors at its Gaggenau plant. The ‘Technikum’
technical centre will work on process development and prototype construction of electric motors specifically for commercial vehicles. Read more…
BYD plans to build EVs in Turkey from 2026
BYD has signed an agreement with the Turkish government to build a production facility for electric cars and plug-in hybrids. The plant will be able to produce 150,000 vehicles per year and start operation at the end of 2026. After Hungary, it is the second factory in Europe. Read more…
Volt to build Southeast Asia’s largest EV charging hub
Volt, the EV charging company of Singapore-based Keppel’s infrastructure division, will deploy a new charging hub in the country. The company expects it to be the largest in not only Singapore but the whole of Southeast Asia. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Jul 7: Nio 5,300, Tesla 6,500, BYD 58,800, Xiaomi 3,700
Xpeng was at 1,800 units, Zeekr 3,800, Aito 7,900. Read more…
SAIC-GM-Wuling launches Binguo EV in Thailand, prices start at $11,510
The Binguo EV is now available in four variants in China with a starting price of RMB 56,800 ($7,810). Read more…
China battery prices face downward pressure as lithium prices continue to fall, says TrendForce
TrendForce expects battery cell prices to continue to face downward pressure at the beginning of the third quarter, with hopes for price stabilization resting on restocking demand under the peak season at the end of the third quarter. Read more…
Xiaomi EV’s 3rd model to be EREV, set to hit market in 2026, report says
Xiaomi will use a new business model for its third model, replacing automotive-grade parts that aren’t safety-related with consumer-grade hardware, according to local media. Read more…
Zeekr teases family-focused electric SUV
Zeekr, the Chinese EV manufacturer that’s part of Geely’s extensive family of auto brands, is set to expand its lineup with the introduction of a new mid-to-large-size SUV codenamed CX1e. The company just teased the upcoming model with camouflaged images. The CX1e will be Zeekr’s first SUV designed specifically for the family market, a segment that has seen significant growth… Read more…
BYD to build $1 billion EV plant in Turkey, production to start by end of 2026
BYD’s Turkish plant has a planned annual capacity of 150,000 vehicles, and the signing was witnessed by the Turkish president. Read more…
Hyundai finds its ‘sweet spot’ with EVs in the US as it braces for new competition
Hyundai believes it has found the “sweet spot” with three long-range, fast-charging, and affordable EVs available in the US. With rivals launching new electric models this year, Hyundai expects stronger competition in the second half of the year. Read more…
Elon goes to war, Model Y refresh, EV lease deals, and 1300 hp electric NASCAR
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, we ask: What does war look like to someone who “narrowly avoided” military conscription in South Africa Apparently it involves lots and lots of robots, and a cameo appearance from Bill Gates. Read more…
Ford Capri EV will be unveiled on July 10
Ford is adding a second EV to its European roster this week – specifically on Wednesday, July 10. Following the Explorer, the new model will revive the Capri name, used on a fastback coupe that Ford produced from 1968 to 1986. In the teaser post on X below, that is a classic Capri – and, spoiler alert, you can’t charge… Read more…
Flipped Tesla Cybertruck Involved In Huge Crash Pops Up For Sale
How fast was this Cybertruck going when it crashed to suffer this much damage, and what did it crash into? Read more…
Servotech installs grid-connected solar-powered EV charging carport in Delhi
Servotech Power Systems, an Indian EV charging solutions provider, has installed a grid-connected solar-powered EV charging carport in Delhi. It is the first such EV charging station in the national capital. Read more…
Elon Musk goes to war against Tesla (TSLA) shorts again
Elon Musk is going to war against people shorting Tesla’ stock (TSLA) again. He says they will be “obliterated”. Read more…
Save $500 on the MOD Black 3 all-terrain e-bike, EcoFlow 24-hour power station flash sale, AeroGarden Harvest now $82, more
Amidst the lull after July 4th, we’ve collected a few continuing Green Deals worth considering before they’re gone. Leading the charge today is the new and improved MOD Black 3 e-bike that is seeing a $500 discount to $2,999, alongside the rest of MOD’s ongoing e-bike discounts. Next, we have a flash sale from EcoFlow’s Prime Day sale that is offering the lowest prices we’ve seen on the DELTA 2 Portable Power Station and Smart Extra Battery bundle for $899, as well as the River 2 Pro Portable Power Station at $379. Lastly, AeroGarden’s Harvest Hydroponic Indoor Garden has fallen to $82. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, including Rad Power’s extended July 4th deals, Pit Boss’ tabletop pellet grill, and more.. Read more…
A new Electrify America pilot will limit EVs to 85% state of charge
Electrify America (EA) has kicked off a pilot at 10 of its charging stations, limiting EVs to 85% state of charge to reduce congestion. Read more…
Porsche accelerates shift to electric vehicles as gas-powered models die off
Porsche is doubling down on its shift to EVs as gas-powered vehicles, like the Macan, are already being retired in Europe. With new electric vehicles launching, including the Macan, Boxster, Cayenne, and a range-topping seven-seater EV, Porsche is laying the groundwork for the future. Read more…
Zeekr CX1E Aims Straight For The Tesla Model Y
The compact crossover is part of Zeekr’s plan to introduce seven new EVs by 2026. Read more…
Lucid Hit A Delivery Record In Q2
The company also slightly reduced its inventory. Read more…
