ChargePoint and Powers Parts partner to provide service, support, and streamlined procurement for electric bus operators and transit agencies. Read more…
BYD says its cast aluminum frame is lighter, tougher, and safer than steel
If you’re from Pittsburgh, you may want to sit down for this one: global EV sales leader BYD claims the aluminum frame that underpins its new Yangwang U8L SUV passes a brutal, 12 ton lift test – despite weighing over 100 lbs. less than a comparable steel frame. Read more…
The 2027 Dodge Charger EV goes on sale with a NACS port, but it’s not cheap
Dodge opened orders for the 670-hp 2027 Charger Daytona EV, the “quickest and most powerful AWD muscle car,” but is it worth the price. Read more…
New York sues over Interior Dept.’s $1B bribe to an oil company stop wind power
New York state has announced a lawsuit against the Interior Department’s illegal $1 billion payment to an oil company to stop development of a wind farm off the New York Coast. Read more…
Orange EV scores record, 600 unit order as demand for electric semi trucks soars
How do we know EVs are here to stay? Electric terminal brand Orange EV just announced a new, record single order that includes 600 new electric Class 8 trucks, proving that there’s a genuine market for HDEVs even without Federal incentives. Read more…
EAS Batteries commercializes LFP cell using Asahi Kasei’s acetonitrile electrolyte Acetolyte
EAS Batteries launches high-power LFP cell using Asahi Kasei’s acetolyte electrolyte, boosting discharge power by 60% for EV and industrial use. Read more…
Hyundai And Kia’s Hybrids Are Crushing It Amid The Gas Crisis
Hybrids like the Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sportage are proving mighty popular as gas prices remain over $4 a gallon. Read More…
Siemens brings wiring design and 3D harness routing into a single workflow with new Capital integration
Siemens introduces 3D wiring design and harness routing integration in Capital software, enabling concurrent electrical and mechanical engineering. Read more…
Rolls-Royce reveals updated Spectre Series II electric coupe
The luxury car market cannot make up its mind about battery power. Some brands move away entirely, some try to find a middle ground, but British automaker Rolls-Royce is pushing on and updating its flagship electric coupe. The company introduced the Spectre Series II, bringing a mix of mechanical upgrades and new design choices to its landmark electric car. First… Read more…
HPC push: ChargePoint vies for market share in Europe
ChargePoint is increasingly shifting its attention towards Europe as the charging provider seeks growth opportunities outside its home market in the US. CEO Rick Wilmer says the company expects Europe to account for half of its revenue in the long term, supported by new charging products and continued government backing for electrification. Read more…
The Rolls-Royce Spectre Gets Big Update. But You Wouldn’t Know It
It now goes farther, charges faster, and responds more sharply, but the design remains mostly untouched. Read More…
Tesla robotaxi fleet in Texas reaches only 42 vehicles
Tesla has registered 42 robotaxis in Texas, well below Elon Musk’s earlier target of 1,000 vehicles within months of launch. Most of the autonomous fleet currently operates in Austin, with smaller deployments in Dallas and Houston. Read more…
Amber to expand Australian vehicle-to-grid scheme
The Australian renewable energy firm Amber is set to expand its V2G scheme to 1000 homes – marking the country’s largest rollout of residential V2G to date. This builds on an initial 50-home pilot scheme first announced in October. Read more…
Daimler Truck introduces eActros Lowliner
Until now, MAN had at least one advantage over Daimler Truck: the Lowliner, a crucial configuration for automotive logistics. However, following in the footsteps of the MAN eTGX, the Mercedes-Benz eActros Lowliner is now set for launch next year. Read more…
Tesla China May wholesale volume reaches 85,982 units, highest this year
Tesla China’s wholesale volume in May grew 39.44% year-on-year, achieving an 8.18% sequential rebound from April. Read more…
Brokk brings Ecovolve EL500 electric mini loader to the US
Designed to work in tight, noise-sensitive environments while carrying up to 500 kg (~1,100 lbs.) for a full shift, the Ecovolve EL500 is a uniquely competent and capable electric equipment option that can make it through a conventional man door – and Brokk is bringing it to America. Read more…
Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II gets NACS, 16% more range at 308 miles
Rolls-Royce has unveiled the Spectre Series II, bringing a 16% range increase to 308 EPA-estimated miles, a switch to the NACS charging standard in the US, and a 670 hp Black Badge variant that becomes the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever built. Read more…
More police turn to simple drones in clever effort to catch illegal e-bike riders
Police departments are increasingly turning to drones as a tool for tracking and apprehending riders of non-street legal e-bikes, off-road electric motorcycles, and other non-compliant vehicles being used on public streets and trails. Read more…
Tesla patents camera wiper for self-driving — resulting in more doubts for FSD owners
Tesla has been granted a new patent for a miniature camera cleaning system with a built-in wiper designed to keep vehicle cameras clear for autonomous driving. Read more…
China’s May passenger NEV wholesale volume estimated at 1.36 million units, up 12% year-on-year
China’s passenger NEV market showed a significant recovery in May, driven by elevated global oil prices and robust export demand. Read more…
