BYD kicked off sales of its new flagship models Tang L and Han L in China. The all-electric variants Han L EV and Tang L EV are the first models to be based on BYD’s 1,000-volt platform. Their prices are once again significantly lower than those quoted at the pre-sales launch in March. Read more…
Researchers want to develop new silicon-tin sulfide composite anode for batteries
The AIT-led research project MoSiLIB is working on developing an innovative composite anode based on silicon and tin sulfide (SnS2). To do so, it uses recycled high-purity silicon from old solar modules. Read more…
Nissan’s Lidar-Based Driver Assistance System Is Coming In 2027
The next-generation ProPilot suite has several sensors and uses Wayve’s AI Driver software that can react in real time. Read more…
VW to show off three new NEV near-production concepts at Auto Shanghai
During this year’s Auto Shanghai forum, Volkswagen will introduce three new concepts. The company’s CEO called them “near-production concepts” and said that all three vehicles will soon be ready to be revealed and launched. The vehicles in question fall into the NEV (New Energy Vehicle) category in China. The FAW-Volkswagen all-electric hatchback joins a B-segment SUV with a range extender… Read more…
Canada hits back at US tariffs on the auto industry
Following new US tariffs on cars and car parts last week, Canada has announced its own reciprocal measures. It will levy a 25 per cent import tax on certain vehicle imports from the US. Read more…
Kiepe mining vehicle electrification
Kiepe Electric is advancing the electrification of heavy-duty mining vehicles by leveraging its expertise in traction inverters, regenerative braking, thermal management, and system integration, with an emphasis on efficiency, durability, and seamless integration, writes Peter Donaldson. Read more…
Kia is working on an electric pickup truck for North America
Kia is working on an electric pickup truck for the American market. The company confirmed the move during its CEO Investor Day Event earlier today. The truck will use a new EV platform that will be “designed for both urban and outdoor use”. Kia wants to sell 90,000 units of this truck every year in the US market, which is… Read more…
Electric car shipments to the US hit the brakes
A new wave of tariffs in the United States is already causing disruption in the automotive world, particularly for manufacturers of electric cars based overseas. Several prominent European automakers, including Audi, Volkswagen, Jaguar Land Rover, and Lotus, have confirmed they are temporarily halting shipments of their vehicles to the American market. The tariffs went into effect earlier this month, imposing… Read more…
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BYD’s Five-Minute Fast-Charging EV Is Even Cheaper Than We Thought
The BYD Han L sedan blows every other EV out of the water when it comes to charging, but still costs less than a Tesla Model 3. Read more…
Tesla Canada says its shady $43 million incentive grab was a misunderstanding
Tesla has sent a response to Transport Canada about its sudden incentive cash grab from March, stating that this is standard process and suggesting that the incentives were for backdated sales that Tesla hadn’t filed yet. Read more…
BYD launches its first EVs with ultra-fast charging starting at just $30,000
BYD just launched the first EVs based on its new Super e-platform with ultra-fast charging. The new Han L sedan and Tang L SUV can gain nearly 250 miles range in 5 minutes, and prices start at just $30,000. Read more…
UK unveils largest curbside EV charger installation of 6,000 ports
Charge point provider char.gy has secured a £130 million contract to install 6,000 curbside EV chargers for Brighton and Hove City Council (BHCC) – the UK’s largest installation of its kind. Read more…
Hyundai is teasing a sleek new electric SUV in China: Is this the IONIQ 4?
Hyundai is about to launch a new electric SUV in China. With its big debut coming up, Hyundai just dropped a sneak peek, and it looks like it could be the IONIQ 4. Check it out for yourself in the video below. Read more…
Yes, Automotive Tariffs Are Still In Effect Amid ‘Pause’
The tariffs come at a moment of profound change for the auto industry as it seeks to electrify and invest in new technology. Read more…
New Tesla Model Y now instantly available in the US, sparking demand concerns
Just days after Tesla started taking orders for its updated Model Y Long Range in North America, a significant amount of new inventory is already available for immediate delivery in some areas of the United States. This rather unusual availability of the popular electric SUV suggests a drop in consumer demand for Tesla’s vehicles. On Friday, Tesla launched the non-Launch… Read more…
Heybike’s latest ALPHA all-terrain e-bike hits new $1,499 low, Hiboy takes 50% off EVs, AeroGarden Harvest 2.0 at new $35 low, more
We’ve got new and returning lows in our Green Deals today, starting with Heybike’s early Easter flash savings that are seeing up to $500 in discounts (and bonus free gear) across its e-bike lineup, including the latest ALPHA All-Terrain e-bike hitting a new $1,499 low. Right behind it is Hiboy’s Spring Sale offers that are taking up to 50% off e-scooters and e-bikes alike, like the new S2 SE Electric Scooter returning to its $300 low. Lastly, AeroGarden has a collection of its indoor hydroponic systems getting some big price cuts, led by the 6-pod Harvest 2.0 falling to a new $35 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s massive Anker SOLIX Easter Sale lineup, the switched around Lectric April sale offers, and more.. Read more…
This Company Made Your iPhone. Now, It Wants To Make Your EV
Electronics giant Foxconn wants to sell EVs in America. It may even partner with Nissan, Honda or Mitsubishi to pull it off. Read more…
Stellantis Pro One and IVECO team up to supply two electric IVECO-branded vans in Europe
Stellantis Pro One, the commercial vehicle unit of the Dutch automaker, and IVECO, the brand of Iveco Group that designs, manufactures and markets light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, have signed agreements to supply two electric light commercial vehicles for the European market. Stellantis Pro One will manufacture the vans at its plants in Atessa,… Read more…
AM Batteries and TDK partner to optimize dry battery electrode manufacturing
AM Batteries, which is developing dry battery electrode technology, has entered a joint development agreement with Japanese electronics manufacturer TDK to develop energy-efficient battery manufacturing. The partnership aims to enhance sustainability, improve battery manufacturing scalability and accelerate the development of solid-state batteries. TDK’s investment arm TDK Ventures is an investor in AM Batteries. AM’s dry… Read more…
