Sensata Technologies launches OmniNode, an off-the-shelf high-voltage power distribution unit for commercial EVs simplifying integration and boosting efficie… Read more…
Kia deploys 200 PV5 electric vans for mail delivery
Kia developed a custom PV5 for mail delivery. Starting this month, Kia will begin deploying 200 electric vans to post offices. Read more…
Tesla reveals European Semi specs: 550 km range, 800 kW charging
Tesla revealed the European specs for its Semi electric truck, and they don’t match the version already in production in the US. The truck will offer up to 550 km (342 miles) of range at 40 tonnes fully loaded. Read more…
Nissan undercuts Kia to retake the crown as Canada’s most affordable EV
The Kia EV3 is no longer Canada’s most affordable electric vehicle with the new 2027 Nissan Leaf S starting at under CA$35,000. Read more…
BMW iX5 Hydrogen: testing of the upcoming hydrogen SUV underway
BMW will launch the new generation of the X5 with five powertrain options, including a hydrogen fuel cell. The company has now provided its first insights into the testing of prototypes of the hydrogen SUV, which is set to hit the market in 2028 under the name BMW iX5 Hydrogen. Read more…
First Bus expands smart charging system at Glasgow depot
UK transport company First Bus is expanding use of a smart charging system at its Caledonia depot in Glasgow, allowing the operator to better manage the energy demand of its electric bus fleet while supporting the power grid. Read more…
DPD UK orders 341 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans
Package delivery service DPD is expanding its British delivery fleet with 341 Mercedes eSprinters. The first electric transporters will enter service in September, and all are expected to be operational by the end of October, just in time for the Christmas season. According to DPD, this will grow its British e-fleet to more than 4,000 vehicles. Read more…
Wisconsin to add 42 new fast-charging stations
The US state of Wisconsin is set to gain 42 new fast-charging sites after securing $25 million in federal grant funding through the NEVI programme. This follows a legal dispute involving Wisconsin and 15 other states over the release of federal EV infrastructure funding. Read more…
Pennsylvania to invest $11 million in EV chargers
The US state of Pennsylvania is set to invest $11 million USD in new EV charging infrastructure across the Central PA region. This will be the third region where funding has been offered, following the Southeast and West regions earlier this year. Read more…
China Has Already Exported More Cars Than Last Year
Growing global sales of EV and PHEV models have pushed China’s export numbers to their highs, despite shrinking sales at home. Read More…
Beyond sealing: Extrusion and co-extrusion for thermal, electrical, and sensing applications (Webinar)
Henkel introduces LOCTITE SOLVE, an AI-powered virtual adhesives hub to accelerate EV component design and optimize battery manufacturing simulations. Read more…
Audi Developed The A2 E-Tron 21 Months Faster Than Usual. The Secret Wasn’t More Engineers
The brand’s most efficient car to date is already rolling off the assembly line in Ingolstadt. Read More…
You Can’t Charge The Tesla Cybercab At Home (Yet)
The purpose-built robotaxi won’t be able to slow charge from a plug like other Teslas. Read More…
MG 07 locked-in orders top 42,000 in 20 days after launch
MG 07 has secured more than 42,000 locked-in orders since its August 21 launch, with promotional prices starting at 105,900 yuan ($15,630). Read more…
Volvo EX40 facelift now available from €47,490
Volvo is giving the EX40 a facelift and slightly adjusting its technology in the process. The nomenclature is also changing, analogous to the smaller EX30. Production of the revised electric compact is scheduled to start in November, with first deliveries of the facelift model expected by the end of 2026. Read more…
Geely TT launches at $19,100 — half the price of a Tesla
Geely launched its new TT electric sport sedan in China, starting at 129,900 yuan (about $19,100), with 800V fast charging and LiDAR on every trim. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: ALSO e-bike delays, Nomadix e-moto, $900 for 45mph?, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new $900 45mph off-road e-moto from Engwe, delays continue for the ALSO e-bike, Illinois sort of made a path to legality for fast e-bikes, review of the Juiced Nomadix R e-moto, and more. Read more…
This 80 MPH Chevy Bolt Range Test Shows The Value Of Not Speeding
Who woulda thought that driving slower gets you better range. You might be surprised by how much, though. Read More…
The Tesla Cybertruck Finally Gets A Feature That Was Promised Three Years Ago
The electric pickup’s most delayed feature is now officially available, according to Tesla. Read More…
BMW is testing the iX5 Hydrogen and preparing for its series production
The BMW iX5 is going to be offered in a hydrogen fuel cell variant too, alongside the battery-electric version, plug-in hybrid, petrol, and diesel models. The iX5 Hydrogen is developed under the HyPowerDrive project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Transport (which is footing €191 million of the bill), and co-financed by the state of Bavaria (which is contributing… Read more…
