California-based EV charging network ChargePoint and Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) have announced an agreement that will give PCNA access to the ChargePoint network in the Porsche Charging Service, increasing the number of North American chargers available to Porsche customers to more than 100,000. The integration is expected to become operative in the fourth quarter… Read more…
TICO launches next-gen Pro-Spotter electric terminal tractor
Terminal tractor and trailer maker TICO Manufacturing, based in South Carolina, has introduced the next generation of its Pro-Spotter electric terminal tractor, which features additional battery and driveline options from a number of suppliers. The new model builds on TICO’s first-generation electric terminal tractor launched in 2023 from its partnership with Volvo Penta. It offers… Read more…
Tata Motors eyes developed countries with its low-cost EVs
JLR owner Tata Motors could launch its low-cost EVs in developed countries. In the process, the Indian automaker may bank on the West’s reluctance towards Chinese EVs. Read more…
Current Classics: electric 911 restomod captures the desired aesthetic
There’s nothing quite like a classic, air-cooled Porsche 911 for setting the tone — and this Essenza series 2 electric conversion from Voitures Extravert promises to be better, faster, and stronger than the original. Whether it is or isn’t, it’s certainly got the look. Read more…
Tesla pushes non-Foundation Cybertrucks to ‘late 2024’
Tesla Cybertrucks without the $20,000 “Foundation Series” package will now start delivery in “late 2024,” rather than this quarter as previously expected. Read more…
Clean energy marketplace EnergySage just went US-wide
EnergySage today announced its expansion to all 50 states and Washington, D.C., becoming the first clean home energy consumer comparison site to go nationwide. Read more…
GM tops Q2 and first half EV sales records as Chevy Blazer, Equinox EVs roll out
GM broke Q2 and first-half EV sales records with new models like the Chevy Blazer and Equinox EVs hitting the market. However, GM’s new electric cars were not the only ones driving growth, as sales of the Cadillac Lyriq and GMC Hummer EVs also surged. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Owner’s One-Month Review: ‘Cheap’ Interior, Cool Steering
YouTuber Snazzy Labs loves the Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire system but isn’t a fan of its appearance or “sloppy” interior design. Read more…
EV discounts increase, average price dips below Tesla
For the first time in nearly 18 months, the average new EV cost less than the average Tesla Dealers are cutting prices on used EVs and offering incentives on new ones The average discount on an EV was 12.4% of the average transaction price in May, nearly six points lower than the industry average Average EV prices have fallen over the past two… Read more…
Xpeng’s New EV Sedan Is Actually A Hatchback With A Record-Setting Drag Coefficient
The $20,000 Tesla Model 3-rivaling Mona M03 has a three-foot-long active air intake and a huge, 22 cubic feet trunk. Read more…
Sila raises $375 million to deliver Titan Silicon for EV series production
Battery materials company Sila has raised $375 million in a Series G funding round led by existing investors Sutter Hill Ventures, with participation by new outside investors as well as existing investors Bessemer Venture Partners, Coatue, Perry Creek Capital and others. The funding will secure the completion of the company’s Moses Lake plant in Q1… Read more…
The 800-volt EV transition: hardware-in-the-loop simulation’s critical role
Sponsored by Pickering Interfaces. In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles, the shift towards 800 V power system architectures is gaining serious momentum. This white paper, “HIL Simulation’s Crucial Role in the 800 V EV Transition,” explores the reasons behind the move to 800 V, the varied challenges this move presents to test professionals,… Read more…
Tesla’s Q2 deliveries exceed Wall Street’s expectations
Tesla defied Wall Street’s subdued expectations by delivering a robust 443,956 vehicles in the second quarter of 2024. This figure surpassed the consensus estimate of 438,000 deliveries. Tesla’s Q2 result showed production slightly lagging behind deliveries at 410,831 vehicles. The company attributed this disparity to a considerable number of vehicles in transit at the end of the previous quarter. The… Read more…
The Average Electric Vehicle Now Sells For Less Than A Tesla
Plus, investors don’t care Tesla’s Q2 was a bloodbath and how one of the strongest auto unions in the world is dealing with EV job losses Read more…
Polestar’s Sales Are Down Yet Again In Q2 2024
Will the launch of the Polestar 3 improve the results? Read more…
This Map Reveals The Average EV Fuel Cost Savings Potential By State
In some states, the savings are almost three times higher than in others. Read more…
2025 BMW iX continues with minor changes
The 2025 BMW iX electric SUV enters its fourth model year with small equipment changes, but nothing mechanical. An eSim enabling 5G connectivity is now standard across the board, while a Dynamic Handling Package is now optional on the iX xDrive50 model. This includes active steering and air suspension, both of which are also available as… Read more…
American Airlines invests more in ZeroAvia, commits to purchase 100 hydrogen-electric engines
Popular US flight operator American Airlines is continuing its venture into more sustainable air travel by increasing its investment in Hydrogen-electric aviation technology developer ZeroAvia. Building off a previous Memorandum of Understanding, American has also (conditionally) committed to purchasing 100 hydrogen-electric plane engines from ZeroAvia for regional flights. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) announces Q2 deliveries: beat expectations
Tesla (TSLA) has officially released its Q2 2024 delivery and production results. The automaker confirmed having delivered 444,000 electric vehicles last quarter. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) deliveries remain flat in Q2, but things are looking up in the second half of 2024
Electric vehicle maker Rivian (RIVN) delivered nearly 13,800 EVs in the second quarter of 2024. Although Q2 deliveries remained flat from Q1, Rivian plans to ramp up output in the second half of 2024. Here’s what to expect. Read more…
