The fierce competition in the high-end EV market forces manufacturers to get creative, and China’s automotive giant, BYD, just proved a point in the most dramatic way possible. To prove the durability of its ultra-lux Yangwang U8L, the company staged a test that would make most drivers cringe: dropping a massive two-ton tree onto the vehicle. Not once, but three… Read more…
China, New Zealand hold 1st dialogue on NEVs in Wellington
China’s industrial regulator expressed willingness to strengthen cooperation with New Zealand in NEVs, charging infrastructure, and low-carbon sectors.
New Zealand officials noted they are actively promoting NEV adoption, calling the dialogue a significant milestone.
GATE offers Iveco S-eWay and eSuper Jolly for long-term rental
GATE, the joint venture between Iveco and financial services provider DLL, is expanding its range of electric commercial vehicles. The electric semi-tractor S-eWay and the new electric vans eSuper Jolly and eJolly are now available for rent through GATE under a pay-per-use model. Read more…
Rivian Recalls 35,000 EVs In The U.S. Over Seatbelt Issue
The R1S SUV and R1T pickup are not part of the recall, though. Lire la suite…
China Nov NEV retail up 7% year-on-year to 1.35 million, preliminary CPCA data show
China’s November NEV retail sales saw a modest increase, indicating year-end performance was not as robust as in previous years as trade-in subsidies phase out.
NEV retail penetration in China reached 59.8 percent in November and 53.45 percent year-to-date.
China: FAW allegedly ready to invest in Leapmotor
The potential equity investment by the FAW Group in Leapmotor appears to be nearing completion, with signing expected later this year. However, it is becoming clear that FAW will take a smaller stake than initially anticipated. Read more…
Webasto unveils 3-in-1 thermal solution for electric vehicles
Webasto launched a new 800-volt thermal solution for electric vehicles. The ‘Heated Chiller’ is a 3-in-1 system that combines the classic chiller function for cooling, active battery temperature control, and interior heating in a single device. Read more…
Yasa develops axial flux in-wheel motor
The British electric motor specialist Yasa, owned by Mercedes-Benz, is developing an in-wheel drive that uses the 12.7-kilogram axial-flux motor, which recently achieved a power density of 59 kW/kg as a prototype. Read more…
Archer Aviation is planning an air taxi network around the Miami metro area including airports
Archer Aviation has announced partnerships in the Miami metropolitan area to establish a new air taxi network to support travelers around several key areas in Southern Florida, including local airports.. Read more…
Four additional EVs secure UK’s top-tier £3,750 grant
The UK government has expanded eligibility for its top-tier £3,750 Electric Car Grant (ECG), adding four new battery-electric models. The Renault 4, Alpine A290, Mini Countryman EV, and the 52kWh Renault 5 now join Band One as funding for the scheme increases and the programme is extended to 2030. Read more…
UCLS adds 33 Renault E-Tech Masters for zero-emission delivery contract
Universal Courier Logistical Services (UCLS) has added 33 Renault Trucks E-Tech Master L3 H2 Panel Vans to its fleet for a new zero-emission home delivery contract in the North of England. The investment expands the company’s electric fleet to 48 vehicles and accelerates its plan to electrify more than half of its 600-vehicle fleet by 2030. Read more…
BYD Thailand plant reaches 70,000th car production milestone
The plant, with an annual designed capacity of 150,000 cars, is BYD’s first wholly-owned overseas passenger vehicle manufacturing facility.
This milestone comes 16 months after the commencement of operations at BYD’s Thailand plant in July 2024.
CATL begins large-scale shipments of next-gen battery cells for energy storage
CATL’s 587-Ah high-capacity cells for energy storage have achieved 2 GWh in shipments, with this year’s volume projected to reach 3 GWh.
CATL’s production facility in Jining, Shandong, supports a daily output exceeding 220,000 587-Ah high-capacity cells.
Dongfeng’s new brand Yijing, built with Huawei, to launch 1st model in Q3 2026, report says
Yijing’s inaugural model will be an SUV offering both BEV and EREV options, slated for the third quarter of 2026.
The debut of Yijing’s first model will occur at the Beijing auto show in April 2026.
Nio Onvo unveils L60 Black Knight Edition, launch set for Dec 5
Onvo unveiled the L60 Black Knight Edition, limited to 666 units, with launch and deliveries scheduled for December 5.
The L60 Black Knight Edition primarily differs from the standard version through its black exterior trim, similar to the L90 Black Knight Edition.
BYD Dolphin compact hatchback reaches 1 million sales milestone
The Dolphin becomes the third model in BYD’s Ocean series to hit the one million sales milestone, following the Song Plus and Seagull.
The Dolphin was initially launched in China on August 29, 2021, as the first model built on BYD’s e-platform 3.0.
BYD Dolphin compact hatchback reaches 1 million sales milestone
The Dolphin becomes the third model in BYD’s Ocean series to hit the one million sales milestone, following the Song Plus and Seagull.
The Dolphin was initially launched in China on August 29, 2021, as the first model built on BYD’s e-platform 3.0.
Kia EV2 now has an official unveiling date
Kia presented the EV2 concept back in February, and now the brand is almost ready to fully unveil the car that’s based on it. The production EV2 will be introduced on January 9 at the Brussels Motor Show, at 10:40 AM local time. Kia says the EV2 is its entry into a “fully electric world without compromise”. It “combines emotional… Read more…
Tesla is gearing to sell its electric semi truck, poaches key sales executives from rivals
Tesla is quietly but significantly expanding its Tesla Semi sales team, bringing on two seasoned veterans from the electric trucking industry as the company prepares for volume production at Gigafactory Nevada. Read more…
Amid affordability crisis, White House plans to raise your fuel costs by $23B
The White House will formally announce its planned hike in US fuel costs by $23 billion tomorrow, according to Reuters. Read more…
