Hyundai will unveil the so-called “dream car” as soon as next week. The Insteroid EV takes Hyundai’s low-cost Inster electric SUV to the next level, almost like it’s on “Steroids.” Here’s our first look at the upcoming EV concept. Read more…
Hyundai EV owners get free NACS adapters for Tesla Superchargers: How to get one
Starting today, all Hyundai EV drivers now have access to over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers. That’s right, the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kona Electric, and even the OG IONIQ Electric hatchback can charge up at Tesla’s fast-charging network. Hyundai will begin shipping free NACS adapters soon. Here’s how you can snag yours. Read more…
The loophole is back open – Kias can charge at Tesla Superchargers again
Kia owners have once again found that they are able to charge on Tesla Superchargers, after Hyundai was officially allowed on the network this morning. Read more…
The advantages of renting test and measurement equipment
Sponsored by ATEC. EV system engineers rely heavily on test equipment as much as on their own expertise, which is why equipment reliability and quality are essential. Rigorous procedures must be followed from equipment selection to calibration, maintenance, and final delivery, ensuring both performance and reliability. To learn more about the advantages of renting test and measurement… Read more…
Proventia debuts new Energy LFP-based battery packs for heavy machinery
Proventia, a supplier of emission control systems, thermal insulation components and batteries, has introduced its new Proventia Energy LFP-based battery pack. Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology is a good option for heavy machinery due to its cost efficiency and long lifespan, the company said. The high-energy, high-voltage battery systems are suitable for continuous operation over… Read more…
Exclusive: BMW i3 Neue Klasse spotted testing
The i3 Neue Klasse is BMW’s most important upcoming model, the company investing huge resources into its new platform and retro-futuristic looks. Today, we spotted the model that is supposed to become the new 3-Series, the most popular model in the company’s portfolio. A camoflaged version was undergoing testing and we managed to snap a bunch of photos for you… Read more…
BYD aims to sell 5.5 million cars in 2025, report says
BYD’s sales target for 2025 is 5.5 million vehicles, including more than 800,000 in overseas markets, according to local media.
BYD’s brand sales growth target is within 10 percent, and the other three higher-end sub-brands target higher growth rates.
What It’s Like In A Robotaxi With No Steering Wheel Or Pedals
We tried one of Amazon’s Zoox toaster-shaped autonomous vehicles, which don’t have human controls. Can it really compete with Waymo? Read more…
RAW Charging partners up with the Royal Horticultural Society
RAW Charging announced a new partnership with the British gardening charity Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). The first stage of the contract will see RAW deliver over 90 EV charging bays across five RHS Gardens in the UK. Read more…
Nova Scotia drops Tesla subsidies
Nova Scotia has become the latest Canadian province to scrap electric vehicle rebates for Teslas due to the CEO’s association with the U.S. administration and its trade war on Canada. Read more…
BYD officially launches compact electric SUV Sealion 05 EV, starting at $16,230
The Sealion 05 EV has a CLTC range of up to 520 km and comes standard with the God’s Eye C smart driving system.
The Sealion 05 EV further enriches BYD’s Sealion family of products, which also includes the Sealion 07 EV and Sealion 05 DM-i.
Fellten Charge Qube
Peter Donaldson investigates a containerised system that can charge multiple vehicles and doesn’t need a grid connection.
Until the electric power grid is able to support fast charging for EVs everywhere, there is likely to always be a market for something like Fellten’s Charge Qube – a containerised system that stores energy in repurposed battery packs and can charge multiple vehicles simultaneously, with or without a connection to the grid. Read more…
Rampini creates dedicated H2 fuel cell systems division
The Italian bus manufacturer Rampini is introducing its new H2EU Power division, which is launching a product line of hydrogen fuel cell systems for commercial vehicles as well as off-highway and stationary applications in Europe. Read more…
Vilnius orders 145 new electric buses
Vilniaus viešasis transportas (VVT), the public transport operator active in Vilnius, is inviting tenders for the procurement of 145 electric buses. Electric vehicles are to be purchased in four sizes with lengths of eight, ten, twelve and 18 metres. The contract is to be awarded in the third quarter of 2025 and the vehicles are to be put into operation in 2026 and 2027. Read more…
Kempower rolls out truck charging for Danske Fragtmænd
The Danish transport and logistics company Danske Fragtmænd has put its first charging hub for electric trucks into operation in Aalborg. The site has a Kempower charging system built by GodEnergi with four satellites, each of which can supply up to 400 kW. Further such charging hubs are to follow shortly at Danske Fragtmænd locations in Sakskøbing, Taastrup, Odense and Aarhus, among others. Read more…
Critical Raw Materials Act: EU funds 47 raw materials projects
As part of the Critical Raw Materials Act, the EU Commission has selected 47 strategic projects to secure and diversify access to raw materials in the EU. The 47 projects, located in 13 EU member states, cover one or more segments of the raw materials value chain – including battery production. Read more…
Tradelink operates 15 Volvo VNR Electric trucks from Californian ports
Californian haulage company Tradelink Transport has put 15 all-electric VNR Electric heavy-duty trucks from Volvo Trucks North America into operation at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. This means that almost a third of the company’s fleet is now purely electric. Read more…
Rivian EVs Get A New Purpose-Built Rooftop Tent
Made by iKamper, the new Skycamp Mini can be locked with the same keys used for Rivian’s cargo bars. Read more…
Surprise: Auto Tariffs Are Still On The Table
Plus, the FBI has a warning for Tesla owners and China’s FSD rollout is officially paused. Read more…
Lynk & Co starts pre-sales of Lynk & Co 900 large SUV, priced from $45,460
The Lynk & Co 900 is Lynk & Co’s largest vehicle to date, measuring 5,240 mm in length, and will be officially launched in late April.
The Lynk & Co 900 is expected to compete with large SUVs such as the Aito M9, Li L9, and Denza N9.
