The Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Brussels is warning of possible countermeasures by Beijing in response to punitive tariffs on Chinese electric cars. Import duties of up to 25 per cent are apparently being considered – but not on EVs, instead focusing on combustion engines from the EU and the USA. Read more…
Tesla begins construction of Shanghai Megafactory
Tesla’s Shanghai Megafactory is expected to go into production in the first quarter of 2025, with Megapack production of up to 10,000 units per year and nearly 40 GWh of energy storage, Tom Zhu said. Read more…
Xiaomi EV ups bet on smart driving with new top talent
Wang Naiyan, former China CTO of autonomous driving tech firm TuSimple, will join Xiaomi EV, according to local media. Read more…
Growatt INFINITY 2000: Versatile power, anywhere
Portable power stations are a great way to take adventures to the next level but they also serve plenty of purpose at home when the power goes out. And, they getting even more versatile with products like this, the Growatt INFINITY 2000. This new portable power station can be expanded from 2048Wh of capacity up to 6144Wh and features a huge assortment of outputs for a wide variety of adventures. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. Read more…
Tesla finally releases Autopilot safety data after more than a year
Tesla has finally decided to release its Autopilot safety data report after taking a break of more than a year. Read more…
Watch The Kia EV3 Livestream Debut Here
The stream goes live on May 23 at 6 AM Eastern / 3 AM Pacific. Read more…
CATL accelerates overseas expansion as it outgrows China’s booming EV market
CATL is doubling down on its global expansion efforts as it seeks more growth in overseas markets. With CATL’s chairman now leading the efforts, the company is making overseas growth a top priority as it outgrows China’s surging EV market. Read more…
Latest Goal Zero Yeti power stations at new all-time lows from $225, Lectric EV bundle sale, Heybike deals, more
Today’s Green Deals are headlined by the new all-time lows on Goal Zero’s three latest Yeti portable power stations, starting from $225 for the Yeti 300. It is joined by Lectric’s latest EV sale that is taking up to $806 off e-bike bundles, like the XPeak Off-Road e-bikes with $727 in free gear going for $1,399. There’s also Heybike’s 3-year anniversary that is repeating discounts from previous sales – up to $700 off, with two ways to also win a FREE Mars 2.0 e-bike – all starting from $999. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
The US’s first hydrogen-fueled ship is officially ready to set sail
The Sea Change, a hydrogen-powered catamaran ferry, just got Coast Guard clearance to operate commercially in the Bay Area. Read more…
Toyota US boss says company is ‘catching up’ on electric vehicles
Is Toyota catching up in the US electric vehicle market? Although Toyota’s US boss, Ted Ogawa, admits it’s behind Tesla, he believes the company is “catching up” on electric vehicles and new tech. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Performance Will Exceed 300 Miles Of EPA Range
The manufacturer just released a new EPA estimated number, which is 7 miles higher than initially anticipated. Read more…
Gravity’s New Curbside DC Fast Charger Can Add 200 Miles Of Range In 5 Minutes
The Google-backed start-up aims to bring clutter-free curbside fast charging to the U.S., starting with New York City. Read more…
Ferrari, NXP and University of Bologna open E-Cells Lab to advance EV battery cell research
E-Cells Lab, a research center for electrochemistry within the University of Bologna, has been opened in collaboration with Ferrari and semiconductor firm NXP to advance knowledge of the materials and chemical and physical properties of lithium-ion battery cells. The University of Bologna is providing a dedicated space with equipment to conduct advanced analyses. Ferrari is… Read more…
Gelion develops high-energy-density lithium-sulfur cell
Australian battery manufacturer Gelion has fabricated a 395 Wh/kg lithium-sulfur 9.5 Ah pouch cell. Gelion had previously produced 1.0 Ah cells using the OXIS Gen2 cell technology it acquired from Johnson Matthey, providing specific energy of 245 Wh/kg. Reaching 395 Wh/kg aligns with independent modelling projections for the energy density of a larger cell format,… Read more…
Microgrids and EV infrastructure: A comprehensive guide to DER design and operation (Webinar)
Join this webinar at the June Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, presented by XENDEE, to learn more about: Reserve your spot—it’s free! See the full session list for the June Virtual Conference here. Broadcast live on June 10-12, 2024. This virtual event will span all things EV charging in two main tracks: The free-to-attend conference will… Read more…
BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV worrying rivals as it hits new markets
China’s BYD is launching its cheapest electric car in Europe next year. Ahead of its official debut, BYD’s $10K Seagull EV is already creating a stir among foreign rivals. Read more…
Jeep compares electric Wagoneer S to Tesla’s Model Y in new teaser video
Can Jeep’s first EV compete with Tesla in the US? Ahead of its official debut, Jeep is already comparing its Wagoneer S electric SUV to Tesla’s best-selling Model Y in a new teaser video. With 600 horsepower and over 300 miles range, is the electric Jeep up to the challenge. Read more…
Tesla Design Boss Goes Over Model 3 Performance Visual Differences
The new Tesla Model 3 Performance is not only quicker, but it also has a lot more visual differentiation from the regular model. Read more…
VW delays US release of ID.7 EV, electric Microbus unchanged
Volkswagen announced Wednesday that it will delay the arrival of its ID.7 electric hatchback for the U.S. and Canada. VW didn’t provide a revised timeline for the ID.7’s arrival. It was originally due later this year, for the 2025 model year. In a statement on the delay, it cited two reasons behind the change: changing market dynamics… Read more…
Skoda gives first glimpse at Elroq and its new design language
Skoda is ready to expand its electric vehicle portfolio with a new model dubbed Elroq. Slated for a fall 2024 launch, the Elroq is not just another EV; it heralds a new design era for Skoda, dubbed “Modern Solid.” The Elroq, roughly the size of Skoda’s Karoq model, showcases a striking new face that is set to become the brand’s… Read more…
