Invest WindsorEssex, the lead economic development agency for the Windsor-Essex region in Ontario, Canada, has announced over $3.8 million in funding to launch the Battery Boost: Technical Training for Battery Manufacturing Careers program. The technical training initiative targets laid-off workers or those seeking a career change, and is designed to equip them with skills for… Read more…
Debug automotive serial buses faster with advanced tools
Sponsored by Keysight. Debugging complex electronic systems in automotive applications can be daunting. One key challenge is ensuring proper communication between transmitters, receivers, and sensors by analyzing the captured serial bus data and decoding it into meaningful symbols. This requires an oscilloscope with serial protocol analysis, deep and segmented memory, and a fast waveform update… Read more…
BYD Atto 2 is coming to Europe
BYD has unveiled the latest addition to its European EV lineup. The new Atto 2 is a compact crossover set to rival popular models like the Vauxhall Frontera and Renault 4, offering a compelling blend of technology, practicality, and affordability. The Atto 2 is a smaller sibling of the Atto 3, measuring 4.31 m long, 1.83 m wide, and 1.68… Read more…
Colorado to award $17.3 million in grants to deploy 172 new EV fast charging ports
The state of Colorado has announced $17.3 million in new grant awards through the Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) Plazas program to install 172 new fast-charging ports at 29 locations across the state. The grants will be funded from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program and the state’s Community Access Enterprise (CAE). The NEVI-supported… Read more…
Stena RoRo takes delivery of hybrid vessel Guillaume de Normandie
Swedish roll on/roll off cargo and passenger vessel supplier Stena RoRo has taken delivery of hybrid ship Guillaume de Normandie from the Chinese shipyard CMI Jinling (Weihai), which it has long-term chartered to the French shipping company Brittany Ferries. The vessel will be powered by multi-fuel engines as well as a 12 MWh hybrid package,… Read more…
Hyundai just launched its cheapest EV in Japan, starting at only $18,000
Hyundai’s cheapest EV is now available in Japan. Starting at just $18,000, the new Hyundai Inster EV is the most affordable electric car in its segment, even cheaper than BYD’s Dolphin. Read more…
BYD launches its ultra-compact ATTO 2 SUV in UK and Europe with Blade Batteries
Chinese EV automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) has unveiled its ATTO 2 compact SUV to the European public. The launch, which took place at the Brussels Motor Show, kicks off BYD’s next EV entry into European and UK markets. The BYD ATTO 2 is smaller and more affordable than its SUV siblings, with a decent range to boot, perfect for European roads. Read more…
This long duration compressed air energy storage project just got a $1.76B DOE loan
Hydrostor’s GEM A-CAES has received a conditional loan guarantee of up to $1.76 billion from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to build the Willow Rock Energy Storage Center, a cutting-edge compressed air energy storage (CAES) system, in Eastern Kern County, California.. Read more…
‘It’s Not Safe’: Ford Mustang Mach-E Bricks Itself, Trapping Infant Inside
The Mach-E’s electronic doors failed to open, causing a nightmare for this Los Angeles family. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N DK Edition Is Approved By The Drift King Himself
The Korean automaker unveiled this special drift-focused version, making the Ioniq 5 N even crazier through the corners. Read more…
Regulatory filing: BYD files for Han L, a performance beast
The BYD Han L has a BEV variant with 230 kW of peak power from the front motor and 580 kW from the rear motor, capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds.
The previous motor power record was the Xiaomi’s V8s motor with a peak power of 425 kW.
SAIC and CATL to introduce new battery-swapping EVs
The battery-swapping EVs initially popularized by Nio are gaining more and more traction. SAIC Motor is now looking to join the alliance, producing several new vehicles using CATL’s swappable battery packs. SAIC will use CATL’s SHE: 300750 solution, and the two companies will cooperate not only on the hardware level but also join marketing efforts. Of course, SAIC will sell… Read more…
2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper debuts in China with Cybercab vibe
The Tesla Model Y is receiving its first refresh since debuting six years ago The updated Model Y is expected to arrive in the U.S. this spring Tesla sales were down in 2024 Following its refresh of the Model 3, Tesla has released an updated version of the Model Y crossover, codenamed Juniper, though only for the Chinese market right now… Read more…
Faraday Future aims for mainstream masses with $20,000 EV
Faraday Future provided further detail on plans for its new FX sub-brand at CES 2025 in Las Vegas this week. The company reaffirmed plans for an affordable EV called the FX 5 that will cost between $20,000 and $30,000 and a larger model called the FX 6 priced between $30,000 and $50,000. First outlined in a September 2024 investor presentation… Read more…
Regulatory filing: Xiaomi files for single-motor version of YU7, launch expected in summer
A month ago, Xiaomi made a filing for a dual-motor version of the YU7. Its launch is expected to be in June or July.
The single-motor variant carries LFP batteries from BYD. The dual-motor version in the filing last month uses Li-ion ternary batteries from CATL.
The New Tesla Model Y Is Here. It’s Got Some Heavy Lifting To Do
Can these updates help the Model Y retain its sales crown as the competition heats up? Plus, cars stole the show at CES 2025. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Owner Reveals Surprising LFP Battery Degradation After 110,000 Miles
The car has been regularly DC fast charged to 100%, but the degradation level is minimal. Read more…
Honda, Sony And Chinese EVs: The Big News From CES 2025
On this episode of the Plugged-In Podcast, Patrick and Tim discuss the big news out of CES and Tesla’s sales slump in 2024. Read more…
Regulatory filing: Xpeng files for G7 SUV, size close to facelifted Model Y
The Xpeng G7 has the same wheelbase as Tesla’s facelifted Model Y, and its overall dimensions are close and slightly larger.
The G7s in the filing are all single-motor models with LFP batteries from CALB.
Mazda unveils its new EV for Europe: Meet the Mazda 6e with nearly 350 miles range
The electric Mazda 6 successor will arrive in Europe this summer. Mazda finally revealed its new EV, the Mazda 6e, with nearly 350 miles of driving range. Check out the new Mazda EV below. Read more…
