As electric trail bikes like Sur Rons and Talarias gain popularity among off-road enthusiasts, a growing conflict is emerging on mountain bike trails. These powerful machines, capable of speeds and torque far beyond that of a traditional mountain bike, are raising concerns among trail users, land managers, and environmental advocates. Read more…
BYD is about to open another massive EV plant overseas with 150,000 vehicle capacity
The world’s largest electric vehicle maker is becoming a force in the global auto market. BYD confirmed it’s on track to open another massive EV plant overseas by the end of 2025. The new facility in Indonesia will be able to produce 150,000 vehicles a year as BYD expands its overseas manufacturing footprint. Read more…
DOE-funded Charging Smart program expands across US
Charging Smart, a program funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE) that offers free technical assistance to help local governments accelerate the growth of EV deployment and charging infrastructure, is now available in all 50 states. Under the program, a local government can earn a Bronze, Silver or Gold designation in recognition of its… Read more…
Circontrol launches new EV infrastructure service portfolio
EV charging manufacturer Circontrol has introduced a new service portfolio for the support and maintenance of its customers’ charging infrastructure, designed to maximize uptime and simplify charging operations. Since 2008, 165,000 Circontrol chargers have been installed in more than 60 countries. The portfolio features three service packs, a network of experts that combines internal resources… Read more…
Volkswagen Had A Tough Year. Here’s Why 2025 Could Be Tougher
Volkswagen has no new EV launches planned for 2025. What gives? Plus, the Trump 47 era begins and the feds probe Ford’s BlueCruise. Read more…
More details about BYD Han L revealed, dual-gun charging on board
BYD has recently unveiled its latest creation, the Han L sedan. This sleek, all-electric vehicle has the world talking not just because of its elegant design but also because of its groundbreaking technology and impressive performance. BYD has revealed more details about its new sedan, and some are quite interesting. BYD has positioned the Han L as a high-performance electric… Read more…
BYD to complete Indonesia plant by year-end
The planned annual capacity of BYD’s Indonesia plant is 150,000 units, and the long-term plan is for the export market.
With this investment, BYD was allowed to temporarily ship its cars to Indonesia free of import duties.
Supplier SK On claims solid-state EV battery “breakthroughs”
Battery supplier SK On recently gave an update on its research into solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, claiming “breakthroughs” that could bring these batteries closer to production-readiness. In a press release, SK On said it’s developing two types of solid-state batteries: one with a sulfide-based electrolyte, and one with an… Read more…
Canoo’s electric dreams fade as EV startup files for bankruptcy
The EV landscape is filled with still-smoking remnants of companies that dared to dream big. Ultimately, a bunch of them failed to navigate the challenging road to profitability. The latest casualty to join this growing field is Canoo. The electric vehicle startup just filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, leaving behind a collection of debts and broken promises. Canoo’s short but… Read more…
BYD Denza Z9GT, Fang Cheng Bao’s Bao 8 both see cumulative deliveries reach 10,000 units
The Denza Z9GT had an average sales price of RMB 380,000 ($51,950), while the Fang Cheng Bao brand had an average sales price of RMB 332,000 in December.
The Z9GT went on sale on September 20, 2024 and the Bao 8 on November 12, 2024.
The 500-Mile Ram 1500 REV Is Dead: Report
Parent company Stellantis reportedly told its suppliers to stop spending money developing parts for the EV. Read more…
Xpeng sees Mona M03 deliveries exceed 60,000 units, latest 10,000 in 15 days
The Mona M03 delivered 15,904 units in December, the fourth month over the 10,000 mark, and contributed 43 percent of Xpeng’s monthly deliveries.
The sedan is the least expensive of Xpeng’s models on sale, at about half the price of the Tesla Model 3.
Xpeng to open new headquarters building in Guangzhou in Aug, plans to expand offices in other cities
The new headquarters building will allow for a threefold increase in office space and a four-level underground garage.
Xpeng will also begin expanding all of its offices in China, including offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan and Shenzhen.
BYD launches Sealion 07 electric SUV in India, deliveries to begin in Mar
The Sealion 07 has been rebranded as the Sealion 7 in India and is offered in a single-motor variant and a dual-motor variant.
BYD also showcased the Sealion 6 in India — Song Plus DM-i in China, and the Yangwang U8.
Here are 8 tips for the best EV winter range and performance
Whether you’re a seasoned EV driver in cold climates or this is your first winter driving an electric vehicle, there’s always more to learn about how to get the best range and performance from your EV when the temperatures drop.. Read more…
GMC Hummer EV: Here’s How Much Range It Loses In Bitter Nebraska Cold
The GMC Hummer EV packs a very big battery. Let’s see how it does in some very brutal winter conditions. Read more…
Honda 0 Series EVs Keep Apple CarPlay. Everything Else Is A Radical Reset
A video deep-dive into the Honda 0 Series Saloon and SUV prototypes at CES reveals the most groundbreaking, offbeat Hondas maybe ever. Read more…
Harbinger electric truck brand gets real with $100M Series B funding raise
While some recent high-profile bankruptcies have cast doubt on the EV startup space recently, medium-duty electric truck maker Harbinger got a shot of credibility this week with a massive $100 million Series B funding round co-led by Capricorn’s Technology Impact Fund. Read more…
Go West, young brand – GreenPower Motor Company sells 11 more BEAST buses
GreenPower Motor Company says it’s received three orders for 11 of its BEAST electric Type D school buses for western state school districts in Arizona, California, and Oregon. Read more…
A Volkswagen ID.7 Drove 585 Miles On One Charge. But There’s A Catch
During the efficiency test, the ID.7 Pro S had a remarkably low average electricity consumption of 6.75 miles/kWh. Read more…
