The BMW iX5 is going to be offered in a hydrogen fuel cell variant too, alongside the battery-electric version, plug-in hybrid, petrol, and diesel models. The iX5 Hydrogen is developed under the HyPowerDrive project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Transport (which is footing €191 million of the bill), and co-financed by the state of Bavaria (which is contributing… Read more…
How Audi shortened development time for the A2 e-tron
Audi has revealed key details about the development and production of the A2 e-tron at its Ingolstadt plant. According to the Volkswagen subsidiary, the development timeline for the electric A2 was reduced by nearly two years compared to previous vehicle projects. Read more…
China’s EV boom increasingly driven by exports
In August, EVs and plug-in hybrids manufactured in China achieved a sales volume of 1.64 million units, an 18 per cent increase year-on-year. However, the drivetrain types are developing very differently: plug-in hybrids are stagnating, while pure electric cars are at an annual high – with exports becoming a key pillar. Read more…
R3 Lithium launches lithium recycling facility in Georgia
R3 Lithium has started producing lithium carbonate from recycled battery materials in the US state of Georgia. The existing plant is designed for 2,500 tons per year and is now being transitioned to continuous commercial operation. Read more…
Tesla launches Model Y Performance in China as sales of key SUV weaken
The Model Y Performance starts at 369,000 yuan ($54,450) in China, with a 3.5-second 0-100 km/h sprint and a CLTC range of 659 km. Read more…
EU Commission proposes new procurement rules: more Europe, less China
The EU Commission wants to reform public procurement law to make it easier to exclude non-EU companies from tenders. The EU Commission has Chinese firms in mind, with EU Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné citing BYD’s electric buses as an example. However, these are mostly built in Hungary. Read more…
LA’s Largest Non-Tesla EV Charging Station Opens With A Surprise: CHAdeMO Support
EVgo, one of the largest charging networks in the U.S., hasn’t forgotten about the old Nissan Leaf. Read More…
FAW-VW to launch ID. AURA T6 electric SUV on September 20
Pre-sales began on August 28, with prices ranging from 135,900 yuan ($20,060) to 169,900 yuan. Read more…
The electrified Bronco from Nanchang is heading Down Under
Short overhangs, mud everywhere, heavy ladder frames, and locking differentials scraping over boulders in Moab. That’s the image I see when I hear the words “Ford Bronco.” It’s a car you could compare to a pair of muddy steel-toed work boots. But the auto universe has a funny way of upending tradition when nobody is looking. Ford is officially bringing… Read more…
TDK’s soft-termination CN series MLCCs reach 10 μF at 100 V in the 3225 case size
TDK launches 100 V, 10 μF soft-termination MLCC in 3225 size, optimized for 48 V power lines in automotive and industrial applications. Read more…
Nio Onvo launches L80 styling package, echoing Firefly’s strategy to boost appeal
The Starlight styling package includes new blue paint and 21-inch wheels, with a limited-time price of 10,080 yuan ($1,490) for orders placed by September 30. Read more…
WiTricity opens wireless EV charging lab in Florida
WiTricity opens new wireless EV charging lab in Florida to advance medium-power systems for passenger and autonomous vehicle integration. Read more…
Xpeng’s first right-hand-drive G9L SUVs roll off production line, bound for Australia
The right-hand-drive G9L has rolled off the production line at Xpeng’s Guangzhou plant, with the model set to enter 64 countries and regions. Read more…
China unveils five-year NEV plan, targets 70% share of passenger-car sales by 2030
China targets NEV shares of 70% for passenger-car sales and 40% for commercial-vehicle sales by 2030, alongside large-scale deployment of autonomous vehicles. Read more…
EV sales are booming in Europe – and plunging in North America
Global EV sales barely moved the needle in August, but that number hides two dramatically different markets: Europe surged 36% from a year ago, while North America plunged 33%. Read more…
New, 50-ton Volvo EC500 Electric excavator never needs charging
Volvo designed the 50-ton class EC500 Electric to deliver the same performance as the diesel-powered EC500 the brand’s customers know and love – but saying that is one thing. Proving it? That’s another thing, entirely. Read more…
The Boring Company Raises $3 Billion To Help Put More Teslas In Tunnels
Elon Musk’s tunneling venture is now worth $23 billion, the company said on Wednesday. Read More…
PG&E expands its California V2X program
PG&E expands its California V2X program with new EV models, chargers, and incentives to boost bidirectional charging and grid integration. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Powershare finally backs up homes with a Powerwall 3
Tesla’s Cybertruck Powershare feature can now back up your home at the same time as a Powerwall 3, the company announced Thursday. Run together, the truck and the battery add more than three days of backup power, which Tesla says is the equivalent of nine extra Powerwalls. Read more…
Kia reveals EV3 lease offer for $349 a month, but there’s a catch
The EV3 is now on sale as Kia’s most affordable electric vehicle, starting at $29,890. So, how much does it cost to lease. Read more…
