ChargePoint says it added 190,000 EV chargers last year. That still isn’t keeping up with demand from drivers. Lire la suite…
Charging Demand Is Growing, But Charging Infrastructure Isn’t Keeping Up
Mercedes recalls 19,481 EVs in China due to battery fire risk
Beijing Benz is recalling 19,481 locally produced EQA and EQB vehicles to replace their high-voltage batteries.
The recall campaign is being conducted under SAMR’s defect investigation.
Mercedes delivers first eActros 600 in Chile
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has delivered the first electric truck of the eActros 600 type in Chile. The first customer in the country is Empresas Cavalieri. Six additional units are to be handed over to other customers in Chile in the coming weeks. Read more…
Automakers’ share in China NEV market in Jan: BYD leads with 15.8%, Tesla again falls out of top 10
BYD narrowly retained its position as China’s largest NEV maker by retail sales, though its lead over Geely was only 0.3 percentage points.
Tesla’s January retail sales in China were the lowest since November 2022, partly due to a significant surge in exports from its Shanghai factory.
UE Studios unveils autonomous electric shuttle named SUE
The service provider Uedelhoven Studios, also known as UE Studios, specializing in show cars and prototype construction, has unveiled a new electric shuttle. SUE is an autonomous people mover designed for public transport use, developed by a consortium of ten partners. Read more…
Ford CEO discussed potential roadmap for Sino-US joint manufacturing with US officials, report says
A rough framework would allow Chinese automakers to produce vehicles in the US through joint ventures with American automakers, Bloomberg reported.
This mirrors the strategy China’s auto industry employed decades ago when it was just starting out, highlighting the rapid rise of Chinese automakers.
New Chinese regulations spell out the end of the yoke
Many people thought that the yoke-type steering wheels were the future of electric cars. Tesla isn’t the only EV company that introduced them to its cars – quite a few manufacturers around the world followed that trend. However, China’s safety experts have decided that these designs are not safe for the road. A new law is coming that will likely… Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Semi price, Toyota Highlander EV, Rivian R2, Ferrari Luce, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Semi, Toyota Highlander EV, Rivian R2, Ferrari Luce, and more. Read more…
Toyota suddenly has four new electric SUVs that it is betting will win over EV buyers
With the new Highlander EV arriving later this year, Toyota will have a full lineup of electric SUVs. Toyota believes the new EVs fill a key gap in its lineup and will help it gain a bigger share of the market. Read more…
Google secures 1 GW solar deal as Texas data‑center load surges
TotalEnergies just landed a massive solar deal to power Google’s expanding Texas data centers. The company signed two long‑term power purchase agreements (PPA) totaling 1 gigawatt (GW) of capacity, or about 28 terawatt‑hours of electricity over 15 years.. Read more…
This London borough is installing 500 curbside EV chargers
The London Borough of Harrow is installing 500 new curbside EV chargers across the borough, targeting residents who don’t have access to off-street parking. The chargers are being deployed in partnership with UK charging provider char.gy and will primarily be mounted on existing lamp posts along residential streets. Read more…
I Spent A Week With The Cadillac Vistiq. Here’s Why I Didn’t Want To Give It Back
Most EVs from legacy automakers feel like gas cars hastily stuffed with batteries. Not Cadillac’s Vistiq, though. Lire la suite…
The new EX30 Black Edition hits the UK streets
Volvo is giving its smallest electric car a moody makeover. The Swedish automaker has launched the Volvo EX30 Black Edition in the United Kingdom. This new version of the popular compact SUV trades bright chrome for a deep, dark look that is hard to miss. The car itself might be small, but it makes a big statement with its “all-black… Read more…
Glydways looks to ‘redefine mass transit’ with autonomous electric vehicles on dedicated guideways [Video]
A company called Glydways is marking two significant milestones in bringing its Automated Transit Network (ATN) of autonomous vehicles to the masses. Glydways has announced new public transit projects in the US and the United Arab Emirates, where it plans to introduce its unique form of guided autonomy.. Read more…
Kia’s EVs come to life at its new flagship store
Kia opened the doors to its futuristic flagship store, where you can test drive, build, and personalize its newest EVs virtually before you decide to buy. Read more…
Lectric Presidents Day sale offers up to $893 e-bike savings – deals from $999, Segway Navimow X4 + i2 robot mower launch deals, more
We’ve got some big deals leading our end-of-the week Green Deals, with Lectric launching its official Presidents Day Sale that has increased e-bike savings up to $893 – all starting from $999. Right behind that, we have Segway Navimow officially launching its newest i2 series and X4 series robot lawn mowers with up to $300 savings and FREE gear starting from $899. There’s also EcoFlow’s 72-hour Valentine’s Day flash sale closing out the overall event with the weekend, offering the DELTA 2 Portable Power Station at $399, among others, as well as sales on Hiboy EVs, NIU e-bikes, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s massive $1,500 exclusive savings on the Gendome Home3000 Portable power Station to a new $799 low, and more.. Read more…
VE Motion electric trailer axles cut truckers’ diesel fuel bills in HALF
Australian company VE Motion has taken the wraps off its first commercially available battery powered trailer system for heavy trucks, offering fleets a low-cost path to electrification that can cut drivers’ fuel use by up to 50%. Read more…
The Rivian R2 Squeezed Out Six Extra Miles Of Range With This Innovative Design
The R2’s wiper is secretly tucked into the tailgate, and engineers did it for a smart reason you might not have considered. Lire la suite…
Rivian R2 And Toyota Highlander: Could These SUVs Become the EV Hits America Needs?
Toyota and Rivian, two very different companies, just launched crucial new EVs at a daunting time. Will they succeed? Lire la suite…
New SU7 arrives in showrooms as Xiaomi hits major milestone
Xiaomi is already delivering the updated SU7 sedan to stores across China. One model on display in Guangzhou shows off a fresh coat of “Capri Blue” paint and large 21-inch wheels. The car looks sleek, but some of the most important changes are actually hidden in the door handles. The new SU7 now has door handles that work two ways… Read more…
