Mini is delaying electric vehicle production at its U.K. plant, which could further delay U.S. sales of both a redesigned electric Cooper hatchback and the Aceman, a new nameplate being sold only as an EV. Both models are currently built in China and were due to be added at Mini’s Oxford, England, plant next year. But Autocar reported Friday the… Read more…
Sony opens first mall studio for its upcoming AFEELA EV, in Los Angeles
The upcoming AFEELA EV, a joint effort between Sony and Honda, is now available for viewing to the public in Los Angeles, in advance of its scheduled California release in 2026. Read more…
The UK’s National Grid to sell its US renewables arm for $1.74B
British energy giant National Grid has reached a deal to sell National Grid Renewables in the US to Canadian investment firm Brookfield Asset Management for $1.74 billion. Read more…
Tesla protests gain momentum while the hate is spreading Tesla owners
Protests at Tesla stores are gaining momentum across the US as people are fighting back against Elon Musk’s government takeover, and the hate is spreading to owners. Read more…
Here’s why Rivian’s (RIVN) stock is down today even after its big Q4 milestone
Rivian (RIVN) shares hit a new yearly low on Monday, dropping nearly 10%. Despite achieving its first gross profit in Q4, Rivian’s stock is taking a beating due to mixed analyst opinions. Here’s what they’re saying. Read more…
The 2026 Ram Ramcharger Gets A 92 kWh Battery, 20.5 MPG, 690 Miles Of Range
The Ramcharger mates a decently-sized EV battery to a 3.6-liter gas V6. Here’s what we know. Read more…
Scout’s EVs And ‘Harvester’ EREV Will Use Two Different Battery Types
On the Scout EREVs, the electric-only range will be 150 miles—far more than the 30-50 miles of range on plug-in hybrids. Read more…
Tesla Owners: Want To Move On? Get $20,000 Off Of A Polestar 3 Lease
EV maker Polestar evidently wants to scoop up buyers who are over Tesla. Read more…
Webinar: Torque and temperature measurements on rotating components of EVs
While the differences between EVs and ICE vehicles are well-known and changing, some things remain similar: rotating components. Join this webinar at our March Virtual Conference on EV Engineering to learn how innovative telemetry technology from Axon Systems combined with CSM’s industry-leading measurement modules for a complete EV measurement solution. Reserve your spot—it’s free! Other… Read more…
NASCAR’s Head of Sustainability explains plan to reduce emissions
Has Hell frozen over? Is NASCAR going green? Well, yes and no. As company execs assured us at the recent Daytona 500 race, the races themselves will continue to be the noisy paean to petroleum that brings in so many millions of fans. However, there’s a lot that can be done both on and off… Read more…
BMW’s Next Act: The Ultimate Transformation Of How Cars Are Made
BMW is having to reinvent itself in order to make the high-performance electrified ICE and EV powertrains of tomorrow. Read more…
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Is Already Seeing Huge Discounts
The ID. Buzz raised a lot of eyebrows when it launched in the $60,000 range. Now it’s starting to go for a lot less. Read more…
Toyota Sienna hybrid minivan recalled due to loose seat bolts
Toyota is recalling 167,802 Sienna hybrid minivans because bolts on the backs of its third-row seats may not have been tightened properly at the factory. The recall includes 2021-2025 Toyota Sienna models, representing the entire model-year range of the current-generation Sienna, which is available only as a hybrid. The affected minivans are… Read more…
Infineon to release first 200 mm SiC devices for high-voltage applications
German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon Technologies is set to release the first silicon carbide (SiC) products based on its 200 mm SiC wafer manufacturing technology to customers during the first quarter of 2025. The products, for high-voltage applications such as EVs, trains and renewable energy, will be manufactured in Villach, Austria. The transition of Infineon’s manufacturing… Read more…
How to optimize battery development and production with CT technology
Sponsored by Lumafield. As the battery industry is projected to surpass $300 billion by 2030, driven by the rise of electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, manufacturers face the dual challenge of rapid innovation and stringent quality requirements. Traditional testing methods often fall short in detecting internal defects or optimizing complex designs. CT scanning addresses… Read more…
BYD takes aim at younger buyers with the sleek new Qin L EV: Here’s a sneak peek
BYD wants to attract a new generation of drivers with its new Qin L EV. The midsize electric sedan is aimed at younger buyers as the world’s largest EV maker expands into new markets. BYD dropped a teaser on Monday, giving us our first look at the new EV. Check it out below. Read more…
Tesla loses two of its top car designers
Tesla has lost two of its top car designers, including a founding member of its design studio, amid a broader… Read more…
BMW vows next-gen EV batteries will slash costs and boost range by 30%
BMW is preparing for a “technological quantum leap ” with its next-gen EV batteries. The German automaker claims its new tech will deliver 30% more driving range, 30% faster charging, and perhaps, most importantly, at a cheaper price. Read more…
Tesla Model S, X Could Get Needed Updates ‘Later This Year’: Tesla Exec
Tesla’s VP of Engineering hinted that the Model S and X would be getting some “love” later this year. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz starts solid-state battery road testing
Mercedes-Benz has started road tests of its solid-state battery technology. This is a big step towards safer, lighter, and more dense batteries for electric vehicles, with Mercedes claiming the new batteries can potentially increase range by 25%. The German automaker, together with Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains (HPP) and US-based solid-state battery developer Factorial Energy, has integrated these advanced batteries into… Read more…
