The Equinox EV is one of the greatest-value cars on the market right now. Here’s what this owner thinks of it after 20,000 miles. Read more…
Abarth 600e now available to buy in the UK
The Abarth 600e series has just been launched in the UK. One model features the most powerful drivetrain of any Abarth EV to date, with prices starting at £36,975 ( about €44,000). Read more…
Porsche sets up EV battery recycling pilot
Despite recent EV strategy changes, Porsche is taking a big step towards sustainability. The company has launched a pilot program focused on recycling EV batteries, with a goal to create a “closed-loop” system. The German automaker claims it can recover valuable raw materials from used batteries, reducing the need for environmentally damaging mineral mining. Recycled battery components are becoming very… Read more…
Ionity introduces new pay-as-you-go charging tariff ‘Ionity Go’
This allows charging at Ionity charging points at a price of 71 pence per kWh without a contract period or monthly fees. Anyone who registers for the latest version of the Ionity app can charge more cheaply with Ionity Go than at the regular ad hoc price (Ionity Direct tariff: 74 pence/kWh). Read more…
Tesla Fire Destroys 17 Vehicles In Rome: What We Know So Far
Amid more protests against Elon Musk over the weekend, more than a dozen cars burned at a Tesla store on the outskirts of Rome. Read more…
Protests target hundreds of Tesla showrooms worldwide
Demonstrations took place at dealerships in the US, Europe, New Zealand and elsewhere on Saturday, 29th March. It marks the first coordinated attempt by protestors to simultaneously protest Tesla showrooms around the world. Read more…
2025 Polestar 3 RWD First Drive – same package, more savings and efficiency
Polestar invited us up to the hills above Malibu for a drive of its new Single motor RWD Polestar 3, a lower-priced version of the brand’s all-electric SUV. Read more…
Hyundai presents new software subsidiary ‘Pleos’
The Hyundai Group has presented its Pleos software brand and technology platform. The new software platform & subsidiary will cover everything from vehicle operating systems to fleet management. Read more…
Genesis UK unveils full details of updated GV70
Genesis has just revealed pricing and details of its updated Electrified GV70, with the introduction of three new trims. It’s now available to order and is expected to hit UK roads in July. Read more…
South Australia orders 60 electric buses
The Australian state of South Australia has ordered 60 electric buses from Scania. These will be delivered in the second half of this and early next year and marks a significant step for the region. Read more…
Li Auto aims to sell 700,000 cars in 2025, report says
Li Auto’s sales target for this year is 700,000 vehicles, representing an increase of about 40 percent, according to local media.
Its internal sales target for the two new BEV models is 50,000 vehicles, but it has given higher guidance to suppliers.
Stellantis drops van production in Luton
The automotive group Stellantis has discontinued the production of Opel/Vauxhall, Peugeot, Fiat and Citroën vans at the long-established Vauxhall plant in Luton, UK, and will close the plant. The plant was intended to produce electric vans in the future. Read more…
JackRabbit OG2 Pro and XG Pro launched as faster and more powerful micro e-bikes
JackRabbit, the leading name in micro e-bikes, has just unveiled two new models that put the micro in micromobility. The new JackRabbit OG2 Pro and JackRabbit XG Pro build upon the success of the company’s existing models, but add more of what the riding community has longed for. Read more…
Samsung SDI kicks off production of 46-series cylindrical batteries
South Korean battery manufacturer Samsung SDI has started manufacturing 4695 round cells. These will be shipped to a customer in the US and will first be used in micromobility. However, EVs will follow, the company says. Read more…
Volvo’s board of directors dismisses CEO Rowan and brings Samuelsson back
Volvo Cars’ board of directors has decided to dismiss CEO Jim Rowan – and at the same time bring back former longtime CEO Hakan Samuelsson to head the company. The 74-year-old will hold the position for two years until a long-term successor is found. Read more…
Volvo’s CEO Is Out
The automaker’s board voted to replace Jim Rowan despite last year’s record sales and profits. Read more…
Aptera’s Solar EV Went On A 300-Mile Road Trip. We Have Questions
The Launch Edition of the three-wheeled EV is supposed to go 400 miles on a full charge. So what gives? Read more…
Chinese eVTOL maker Ehang gets clearance for paid commercial operations
Ehang has received Air Operator Certificates for its EH216-S eVTOL, giving it regulatory green light for paid operations.
Chinese consumers can purchase tickets for commercial flight services at designated operating locations.
Zeekr unveils new charger with charging speed expected to exceed BYD’s 1-MW tech
Zeekr unveiled a charger with a peak power of 1.2 MW, and the technology will make its debut at the Shanghai auto show in April.
Earlier this month, BYD unveiled a supercharger with a peak power of 1 MW, which can add 400 km of range to an EV in 5 minutes.
Reducing on-resistance in e-bike designs
Renesas Electronics has developed a new process technology for more efficient, 100 V silicon MOSFET transistors in e-bike designs, writes Nick Flaherty.
The REXFET-1 process reduces on-resistance between the drain and source by 30% to 1.5 mO, which cuts losses and boosts efficiency. Read more…
