There are a number of factors that impact the distance an EV can travel on one charge. Read more…
Study Shows That Buyers Really Want Three-Row EV Crossovers
AutoPacific found that about half of all three-row crossover and SUV buyers would consider buying an EV. Read more…
Honda and Nissan prepare merger talks to fend off Tesla and Chinese EVs
Merger talks between Honda and Nissan might begin The merger would put the automakers under holding company The merger could be a lifeline for Nissan Honda and Nissan are close to starting merger talks aimed at fending off electric-vehicle competition, reports Nikkei. The Japanese news daily reported on Tuesday that Honda and Nissan are close to… Read more…
Ram Delays Full EV Pickup, Bets On Ramcharger EREV First
Ram will open orders for the Ramcharger pickup in the first half of 2025. Read more…
Tesla Model Y Juniper Spotted Driving In San Jose, California
This sighting is one of many, and the car is still lightly camouflaged. Read more…
EPA Approves California’s Gas Car Ban
Eleven other states follow California’s emissions rules, which means a large part of the U.S. could be EV or PHEV only next decade. Read more…
BMW teases Panoramic iDrive ahead of Neue Klasse EVs launch
BMW will unveil its revolutionary Panoramic iDrive display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas. This cutting-edge technology will debut in the Neue Klasse, BMW’s upcoming lineup of electric vehicles built on a dedicated EV architecture. The Panoramic iDrive is the company’s latest take on car interfaces. It ditches the conventional instrument cluster and central touchscreen and… Read more…
P3 report: The most important lessons learnt by electric truck pioneers
EV consultant firm P3 has published a report documenting the experiences of leading German logistics companies with electric trucks. P3 has identified the most important factors influencing electrification to provide know-how for the entire industry. Read more…
NIO teases ET9 images and its FireFly brand logo ahead of launches at NIO Day 2024
We are just days away from Chinese EV automaker NIO’s annual NIO Day event, which has already promised some big reveals, including the long-teased ET9 and the first model under its new FireFly sub-brand. As an appetizer, NIO has shared the first un-camouflaged images of the ET9 and its official FireFly logo. Read more…
LITELOK X1 review: This bike lock is so strong I use it on my motorcycle
I’m a bit of a bike lock collector. After having my favorite e-bike stolen a few years ago (as well as several less favorite bikes stolen over the years), I’ve gotten much more serious about security. After testing the LITELOK X1, I can tell you that this lock is so overbuilt that I even use it on my electric scooters and motorcycles. Read more…
Stellantis delays its first BEV pickup to push ahead its range-extended Ramcharger
Stellantis has announced that it is pushing ahead the launch of its range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger before the release of the Ram 1500 REV, the automaker’s first BEV light-duty pickup truck. The Ram brand originally planned to launch the Ram 1500 BEV in the first half of 2025. Read more…
Ford’s future looks bleak in Europe as EV woes worsen, a new study shows
Ford is struggling to stay afloat in Europe. The company is restructuring its business overseas with plans to drastically reduce its workforce. With slowing orders and weak demand for its EVs, many doubt Ford’s future in the region. A new survey underlines “how strong the doubts about Ford’s future viability in the European car market” are. Read more…
Ram REV electric pickup truck delayed to 2026, Ramcharger set for 2025
Ram now plans its first electric truck for a 2026 launch Series-hybrid Ramcharger on track for the first half of 2025 Stellantis—without a permanent CEO—says battery-electric demand is slowing The all-electric Ram 1500 REV full-size pickup truck has been delayed once again, with the series hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger now due to arrive… Read more…
Evri to integrate DAF XB electric truck into its fleet
British parcel delivery company Evri has announced that the DAF XB electric truck will be used at its depot in Southampton. Evri is part of an ‘early adopter’ program limited to 10 vehicles, marking the final testing phase before series production starts in 2025. Read more…
The Nissan-Honda Crisis, Explained
We knew Honda and Nissan were entering into a technical partnership. Now a merger may be in the cards to save a struggling Nissan. Read more…
The Dodge Charger Daytona EV Moves The Muscle Car Forward
Forget what you’ve heard. Dodge set out to create a new EV category: the electric muscle car. And it succeeded. Read more…
Mitie fleet hits 6,000th EV
The British energy service provider Mitie has added the 6,000th electric vehicle to its fleet. A total of 73 per cent of the company’s fleet now runs on electricity. Read more…
Several bids for insolvent air taxi pioneer Lilium
There are apparently several potential buyers for Lilium, the German developer of electric air taxis. It could be decided this week who wins the bid. At the same time, Lilium wants to cut every fifth job. Read more…
Nio shows more of the ET9 luxury sedan ahead of full launch on December 21
Nio initially unveiled its luxury executive sedan ET9 a year ago, and now it’s only three days away from officially launching. To drum up some hype, the brand has shared some new images of the car, which you can see throughout this article. The ET9 will get its full introduction during the company’s Nio Day 2024 event which is taking… Read more…
Firefly’s product launch in Europe may be 1 quarter later than in China, brand chief says
After launching in China and Europe, Firefly cars may also be available in Southeast Asia and Latin America, but will not enter the US market for now. Read more…
