Microchip Technology has developed three Reference Designs for different EV charger requirements, writes Nick Flaherty. These reference designs cover a Single-Phase AC Residential, a Three-Phase AC Commercial with Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) and System-on-Chip Read more…
Zeekr sees new model 7X deliveries exceed 10,000 units
Deliveries of the Zeekr 7X surpass 10,000 units, 25 days after the model went on sale on September 20. Read more…
Li Auto sees milestone of 1 millionth vehicle roll off line
Li Auto’s 1 millionth vehicle rolled off the assembly line at its plant in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, 58 months after the first one rolled off the line. Read more…
Leapmotor B10 debuts at the Paris Motor Show
The City of Lights witnessed yet another premiere today. Leapmotor, the Chinese EV maker backed by Stellantis, chose the prestigious Paris Motor Show to unveil its latest creation. The B10 is an electric SUV of about the same size as the Kia EV3 and the new Mini Aceman. It is going to be a key model as Leapmotor pursues an… Read more…
Xpeng says P7+ gets over 30,000 pre-orders in less than 2 hours
Orders for the P7+ surpassed 30,000 units just 1 hour and 48 minutes after pre-sales began, Xpeng said. Read more…
Kempower and KONČAR to install EV chargers in Central and Southeastern Europe
Finnish EV charger manufacturer Kempower has signed a sales and service partnership agreement with Croatian electrical, transport and energy company KONČAR to advance the availability of EV charging across Central and Southeastern Europe. Under the agreement, KONČAR will procure, distribute and install Kempower’s DC charging equipment for customers that include CPOs, public transport operators, port… Read more…
Hyundai wants to develop industry-leading 300Wh/kg LFP batteries for affordable EVs
To be the best, you must beat the best. Hyundai Motor is developing ultra-high-capacity LFP batteries to power upcoming low-cost Hyundai and Kia electric vehicles. Aiming for an energy density of around 300 Wh/kg, Hyundai’s LFP batteries would top China’s CATL and BYD. Read more…
GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower price [update]
The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is still a rare sight on US roads, but that hasn’t stopped GM from rolling out the 2025 version with up to 440 miles of range … and a base price that’s $10,000 lower than the ’24. Read more…
China debuts a record-smashing 26 MW offshore wind turbine
China’s Dongfang Electric Corporation has rolled out a 26-megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine, the world’s largest in both capacity and size. Read more…
Kia’s new EV4 looks like the affordable electric car we’ve been waiting for [Video]
With its debut just around the corner, Kia’s new EV4 has been spotted testing in the Alps, offering a glimpse at what could be the brand’s next big hit. At first glance, this electric car could be the one we’ve been waiting for. Check out the video below. Read more…
South32 receives DOE grant for battery-grade manganese mining project in Arizona
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Australian mining and metals company South32 to negotiate a $166-million funding award for its Hermosa project in Arizona. Souh32 is developing the project at its Clark deposit to produce battery-grade manganese from locally sourced ore for the North American EV market. The grant from the DOE’s Battery… Read more…
Aramine introduces L440B Loader for mining operations
France-headquartered Aramine, an underground mining equipment manufacturer and services provider, has released its latest battery-powered machine, the L440B Loader. The L440B offers an enhanced tramming capacity of 4.6 t compared to the 1.3 t capacity of its precursor, the L140B miniLoader, which was launched in 2016. Plans call for a 5-ton payload version to follow…. Read more…
The 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Gets More Range, Cheaper Base Price
That was fast. For 2025, GMC’s electric truck gets more flexibility and some colors, too. Read more…
Citroen unveils e-C4 and e-C4 X updates for 2025
Citroen has unveiled redesigned C4 and C4 X models at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. Set to hit dealerships in early 2025, the new C4 and C4 X versions bring a sleeker new look and improved onboard technology. Both the e-C4 and e-C4 X receive a redesigned front with slim LED headlights, a bolder grille, and a more prominent placement… Read more…
Tesla trademarks ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’
Tesla has trademarked ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’ – giving us a better idea of the vehicles’ names, which were somehow unclear despite the unveiling event last week. Read more…
Kia just made this ‘world first’ EV3 accessory out of plastic from the ocean
Kia doesn’t just build EVs for a cleaner future. The company wants to be a complete sustainable mobility solutions provider. As part of its efforts, Kia introduced a new “world first” EV3 accessory made from plastic found in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It’s the first genuine Kia accessory made using reclaimed ocean plastic. Read more…
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor unveils B10 SUV to be sold globally and priced between $14K and 21K
Less than a month after initially teasing a camouflaged version of its new, all-electric B10 SUV, Leapmotor and joint venture partner Stellantis have officially unveiled the latest model in Paris before it goes on sale globally at an enticing starting price between $14,000 and $21,000. Read more…
Lectric XP 3.0 long-range camping e-bike bundle $1,299, Bluetti ongoing Prime sale, Electric Bike Co. models $200 off, more
This week’s Green Deals is led by a short-term flash sale on Lectric’s XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike that comes with $507 in free camping gear for $1,299. Next, we have Bluetti’s ongoing sale that began last week and is continuing the savings from Prime Day, with the AC200L Portable Power Station still sitting at its $1,199 low as a result – and even some exclusive member discounts too. Electric Bike Co. has also taken $200 off its ready-designed stock e-bikes, with a bonus promotion that gives you $383 in fee gear, all starting from $1,399. Bringing up the rear is a bunch of AeroGarden indoor hydroponic systems that are getting big post-Prime discounts, with the Harvest 2.0 beating out last week’s rate at $52. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like Friday’s $500 discount on the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, and more – all collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend. Read more…
First Student launches trenchless electric school bus charging system
Cincinnati-headquartered school transportation provider First Student has introduced its First Charge above-ground EV charging system, which is designed to offer greater efficiency and up to 50% lower construction costs. Even in colder climates, the system eliminates the need for expensive trenching to bury cables, which is disruptive and limits future expansion. The system can support… Read more…
Mercedes and ROHR collaborate on EV for refueling helicopters
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks and Germany-headquartered specialized vehicle manufacturer ROHR Spezialfahrzeuge have partnered to produce the Mercedes-Benz eEconic helicopter refueling tanker, which has been deployed by Airbus Helicopters in Donauwörth, Germany. The 16,500-liter-capacity tank body, manufactured by ROHR Spezialfahrzeuge, was integrated with the base vehicle from Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks. The 11-meter-long base vehicle can easily maneuver… Read more…