Buying your first EV is a change. And as with any change in life, there’s an initial adjustment period and some apprehension. Read more…
ITECH adds new DC electronic load series
Taiwanese firm ITECH Electronic has developed a new series of high-speed, high-power DC electronic loads that provides a high level of power support, fast current dynamic response and low-voltage load carrying capability. The IT8900G/L series has an ultra-low on-resistance and two operating ranges. It supports three voltage ranges of 150 V, 600 V and 1,200… Read more…
Innovating EV charging infrastructure for fleets and beyond (Webinar)
Explore the engineering behind First Charge, an innovative charging infrastructure designed to meet the diverse needs of fleet managers and charging system engineers alike. James Johnson, Director of Engineering at First Student, will showcase how First Charge combines cutting-edge design with real-world practicality. From its flexible, above-grade configurations to its scalable architecture, this solution is… Read more…
A Tesla Gets Much Better With These Stick-On Stalks
Hardly anybody thinks Tesla giving up on indicator and wiper stalks is a good idea, but now there’s an aftermarket fix. Read more…
DS reveals the name and interior of its next flagship EV, take a look
DS started teasing its next EV earlier this month, and now it’s finally revealing the name and also giving us a peek inside. The next DS EV will be called N°8. In case you didn’t know, “N°” is French for “No.”, so this is the DS Numéro 8, or in English the DS No.8. In the image below you can… Read more…
Electric Range Rover now undergoing hot-weather testing
Testing of an electric version of the Range Rover luxury SUV continues apace. Reservations for the electric vehicle, dubbed the Range Rover Electric, opened in late 2023, with deliveries slated to start next year. That will likely make it a 2026 model in the U.S. Before that can happen, Land Rover is conducting testing in extreme conditions to… Read more…
Porsche Macan Electric recalled because its headlights are too bright
Porsche is recalling 2,941 electric Macans because their headlights are too bright, which can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes 2024 and 2025 Porsche Macan Electric models manufactured between Mar. 15, 2024, and Nov. 04, 2024. Headlight-control software in the affected vehicles was… Read more…
BYD’s second export ship goes into operation, transporting 5,000 EVs over to Europe
Despite tariffs on imported Chinese EVs in place in Europe, BYD is making good on its vow to continue its global expansion and is showing no signs of deterrence. The Chinese automaker recently put its second BYD-branded ship, “Changzhou,” into operation to export thousands more new energy vehicles (NEVs) to Europe. Read more…
Norway breaks another EV record, nearly completing its EV transition
More good news from EV mecca Norway, with November numbers showing more than 10,000 EVs were newly registered, bringing its tally to a truly impressive 93.6% of all new car registrations, showing that it’s EV transition is almost complete. Read more…
Another major electric bike maker exits the US market – What’s going on?
It’s happened again – not long after Yamaha announced that it was ending sales of its electric bicycles in the North American market, now the Swiss e-bike maker Stromer is pulling out of the US and Canada. Read more…
Leaked images reveal Jaguar’s new +$100,000 electric GT with a radical design
Is that Barbie’s dream car or a new Jag? We are finally getting our first look at Jaguar’s new ultra-luxury EV lineup. Leaked images reveal a radical new look for Jaguar’s upcoming electric GT ahead of its official debut. Read more…
Rivian Was Inspired By Anime And ‘Optimism’ To Transform Car Controls
In-car software looks awful. Rivian’s latest updates to the 2025 R1S and R1T fix that problem in a unique and even philosophical way. Read more…
Stellantis’ CEO Is Gone Ahead Of ‘A Big Year’ With A Huge List Of Problems
Plus, a recent Mercedes fire changes South Korea’s EV calculus, and can the Trump administration work with China’s automakers? Read more…
What Is One-Pedal Driving In An EV And Why Does It Matter?
Electric vehicles drive very similarly to combustion cars, but what happens when you lift off the accelerator is quite different. Read more…
Lion Electric temporarily cuts 400 jobs
Lion Electric, a Quebec-based electric bus manufacturer, says it will temporarily lay off 400 employees in the US and Canada. As a result, it will also suspend production at its facility in Illinois. But it has gotten a credit extension from its lenders. Read more…
Centennial College adds mandatory EV and hybrid coursework to its 2-year auto tech program
Centennial College’s School of Transportation, which claims to be Canada’s largest on-site transportation training facility, will require students entering the Automotive-Motive Power Technician program to complete EV and hybrid vehicle training, as of the fall 2024 semester. The Motive Power Technician two-year degree program covers a variety of topics necessary for students seeking a career… Read more…
Endesa installs 134 charging points at GM Cash-Gros Mercat shops
The Spanish energy supplier Endesa and Transgourmet Ibérica are expanding the charging infrastructure for electric cars in Spain. The project involves the installation of a total of 134 charging points distributed across 36 GM Cash-Gros Mercat locations. Read more…
Opel/Vauxhall lowers production at main factory in Rüsselsheim
Opel has reduced production at its main plant in Rüsselsheim. According to a company spokesperson, assembly of the Astra compact car and its sister model, the DS 4, has come to a complete standstill this week. Read more…
Jaguar EV concept leaked, previews automaker’s future design direction
A concept car previewing the design direction of Jaguar’s upcoming electric-vehicle lineup leaked Monday ahead of its official debut. The Jaguar Design Vision concept was due to be unveiled Monday night at Miami Art Week, but images were posted online ahead of that on the CocheSpias Instagram page. Those images show a two-door fastback coupe with… Read more…
Mercedes will reportedly use Momenta’s autonomous driving software
According to inside sources, Mercedes is planning to launch four new models between 2025 and 2027, running Momenta’s smart autonomous driving software. This is a Chinese startup in which the company invested in 2017, but the two parties have never announced a partnership. The report seems entirely plausible, given Mercedes’ weakened market position in China. German automakers have been struggling… Read more…
