At CES earlier this month, Honda showcased its first self-developed EV platform, as well as its proprietary Asimo OS. And today, we know what the first EV to use both of these will be. Meet the Acura RSX, based on the Acura Performance EV Concept and shown below with a full suit of camo designed by the global Acura Design… Read more…
Chrysler Has Paused Its Electric Crossover Development Program
According to a memo sent to suppliers, work on the new EV is “on hold until further notice.” Read more…
Volkswagen invests C$69 million in Patriot Battery Metals for PowerCo supply
German automaker Volkswagen is investing C$69 million ($48 million) to acquire a 9.9% stake in lithium exploration company Patriot Battery Metals and secure an offtake commitment for its battery manufacturer PowerCo to supply 100,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate per year over a 10-year term and a potential 5-year extension period. Patriot will use the proceeds from… Read more…
Watch now: Choosing the right power distribution solution for EV charger deployments
Sponsored by Starline. EV charging station providers often struggle to keep up with high upfront site-ready costs, existing infrastructure limitations, and inflexible, hardwired electrical infrastructure pose significant problems for installers. The need for flexible, versatile and scalable charging station infrastructure is critical. Choosing the right power distribution solution is a vital decision that depends on… Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5: The Used Car Buyer’s Guide
Though still relatively new to the market, used Ioniq 5s are readily available. Here’s what you need to know when shopping for one. Read more…
Xiaomi predicted to sell 250,000 EVs in 2025
Goldman Sachs revised its sales forecast for Xiaomi EV, painting a picture of huge growth and profitability in the coming years. Goldman Sachs analysts, led by Timothy Zhao, now expect Xiaomi to sell 350,000 EVs in 2025 and – wait for it – 655,000 in 2026. A company that was selling phones and funky scooters two years ago has become… Read more…
Electric Chrysler SUV development halted
Stellantis has halted development of what was to be the first electric vehicle for its Chrysler brand, shifting focus to other electric models. The Chrysler Airflow concept unveiled in 2022 was to serve as the basis for a production electric SUV, but Mopar Insiders reported earlier this week that development work on this model had been suspended… Read more…
GM sidesteps China with synthetic graphite for EV batteries from US
General Motors on Wednesday signed a multi-year agreement with Norway’s Vianode for supply of synthetic graphite anode material for electric vehicle batteries. The deal runs from 2027, when Vianode expects to begin producing synthetic graphite at a new North American plant, to 2033, according the companies. The material will be used in battery… Read more…
Kia EVs gain Tesla Supercharger access in Q1, adapters in early 2025
Those who purchased a Kia EV after Sept. 4 will get free NACS adapters in 2025 Kia hasn’t said how much the adapters will cost for everyone else Kia EVs will be able to charge at Tesla Superchargers before the end of the first quarter Kia on Tuesday modified its rollout plan for Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters and access to… Read more…
BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV is getting an upgrade: Here’s our first look
BYD’s best-selling EV is also its cheapest, starting at under $10,000 in China. Leaked images reveal that BYD’s Seagull EV is getting an upgrade. Check out the new look below. Read more…
New York is now coming for your fast and heavy electric bikes
The US electric bike industry has already seen a regulation-heavy start to 2025. Now, New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s potential new restrictions on fast and exceedingly heavy electric bikes could add to the proposed and enacted legislation we’ve seen lately. Read more…
Elon Musk complains Tesla is not getting subsidies for electric truck chargers while calling for end of EV subsidies
Elon Musk complains that Tesla is not getting subsidies for its electric truck chargers while calling for the end of electric vehicle subsidies in the US. Read more…
Porsche’s EV sales took a hit last year, but the electric Macan sparks hope
Although sales of Porsche’s first EV, the Taycan, fell nearly 50% in 2024, things could be looking up for the sports car maker. After its “launch literally electrified us,” the electric Porsche Macan may spark a comeback this year. Read more…
This Chinese Company Throws A Wrench Into The Nissan-Honda Merger
Honda and Nissan share a common partner in China. It’s not clear how that will work when the two brands merge. Read more…
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Still Isn’t Eligible For The $7,500 Tax Credit
The refreshed, made-in-America Ioniq 5 should be eligible in the second quarter of this year. Read more…
Rivian’s Heated Headlights Could Be A Winter Driving Game-Changer
The electric vehicle manufacturer has applied for a heated headlight lens patent, which sounds like a great idea. Read more…
Acura RSX name confirmed for upcoming electric SUV
Acura’s second EV will be the RSX The RSX will be a fastback crossover SUV built in Ohio The RSX will feature Honda and Acura’s next-gen operating system called Asimo Acura will add a second electric SUV to its lineup this year, this time designed in-house, and once again recycling a name from the brand’s past. The automaker announced Wednesday… Read more…
Why Toyota May Be At Its ‘Limit’
Toyota struggles to build the cars of tomorrow. Plus, what happens to Volvo and Polestar if the U.S. bans Chinese technology in cars? Read more…
US ban on Chinese cars and tech advanced in final days of Biden administration
The Biden administration has been talking about banning Chinese EVs and certain technologies for quite some time, citing security risks, and now the legislation is much closer to reality. The Department of Commerce has just finalized the rule, which states that importing and selling certain connected vehicles and related systems will soon become prohibited. There are some nuances here, though.… Read more…
Honda is bringing back the Acura RSX in 2025 as an EV built in the US
American Honda shared a business outlook for 2025 during a recent briefing with the media. In terms of electrification, the next 12 months for Honda will be much of the same: facelifting tried-and-true ICE models like the CR-V and Passport. However, there was one exciting piece of news from Honda on the BEV front—the automaker has confirmed it will begin US production of an Acura RSX EV.. Read more…
