Norwegian battery firm Freyr has canceled plans for a Georgia factory that would have supplied batteries for energy storage. First reported by the Newman Times-Herald of Newman, Georgia, Freyr confirmed plans to cancel the factory in a letter to the local Coweta County Development Authority dated Jan. 21, and in a Thursday meeting with the… Read more…
The Electric BMW M3 Will Sound Like A Gas Car Inside
BMWs have some of the most distinct acceleration sounds of any EV, but future M EVs will sound completely different. Read more…
Caselani turns Citroën Ami into a retro electric car
The Italian atelier Caselani, which specialises in retro Citroën conversions, has developed the ‘Type-Ami’ – a unique set of body parts that transforms the electric Citroën Ami subcompact into a retro model with a corrugated metal look. Read more…
Scout’s Home State Blocks Direct EV Sales. This Bill Might Change That
We also discuss Tesla’s sales plunge in China and why South Korean battery makers are in trouble. Read more…
Geely to integrate DeepSeek AI in upcoming cars
Not a day goes by without some AI company stealing the headlines. The automotive world isn’t immune to the latest developments and the integration of artificial intelligence into vehicles is the Holy Grail. Geely has announced a big step forward in this area – it partnered with the hottest AI kid on the block at the moment. The plan is… Read more…
Birmingham invests in charging infrastructure with Ubitricity
Birmingham City Council announced the launch of a major new project to expand the city’s electric vehicle charging network. Over 500 lamppost charging stations are to be installed together with Ubitricity. Read more…
Nissan may already looking for a new partner
Nissan has reportedly informed Honda that it will end the merger talks and is already looking for a new partner. According to insiders, Foxconn is a possible candidate. Read more…
New Flyer reports major bus order from Washington DC
New Flyer announces a significant contract award for a mix of zero-emission (ZEBs) and hybrid buses with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro). The contract encompasses up to 500 buses. Read more…
Tesla sales hold OK in China amid Model Y changeover
Tesla sales in China are relatively fine despite the added complexity of managing the production switch to the new Mode Y, Tesla’s best-selling model. Read more…
This Is The EV That Everyone Wants, Apparently
No, it’s not real. But based on owner data, this imagined EV has all the attributes buyers want. Read more…
US government freezes charging infrastructure funding
As had already been indicated, the new US government wants to suspend the allocation of new funding for charging infrastructure nationwide. This is currently regulated by a memo from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) – but there are doubts as to whether this approach is legally tenable. Read more…
What On Earth Is Going On At Tesla
Plus, we talk to the CEO of Revel, who’s working to improve EV charging access in maybe the toughest place for it: New York City. Read more…
You Could Buy This Rare, Expensive EV For A Fraction Of Its Price
Remember the Faraday Future FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance? There’s one up for auction with no reserve. Read more…
Xpeng expects to break even for single quarter sometime in 2025, CEO says
This is the first time Xpeng’s management has mentioned a timeline for reaching breakeven.
Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng told Nio CEO William Li that he should personally oversee the supply chain business.
Siemens Mobility receives first order for Vectron locomotives with battery module
JeMyn, an affiliate of Swiss firm Widmer Rail Services, has ordered two Vectron locomotives with battery power modules from Siemens Mobility—the first order for this new version of the Vectron. The battery module enables the Vectron to operate for short distances without an overhead power line, enabling the loco to cover the last mile of… Read more…
AFIF grant: EU funds alternative infrastructure with €422 mn
The EU Commission has selected 39 projects that will set up new charging stations and hydrogen refuelling stations, as well as help decarbonise airports and ports. More specifically, it has earmarked nearly 422 million euros in funding. Read more…
Karma claims these EVs and PHEVs are coming in 2025 and 2026
Revero PHEV production continues now, limited-edition Invictus arrives in 2025 Gyesera in 2026 debuts new look, composite body Kaveya supercar in late 2026 goes fully electric, embraces Intel architecture Karma’s push to power fleets and commercial vehicles has faded It’s been more than ten years since California-based Karma Automotive… Read more…
Ola Electric launches new e-scooters with a range of up to 320 km
Indian electric two-wheel maker Ola Electric has launched four new electric scooters, called S1 X, S1 X+, S1 Pro, and S1 Pro+. The company debuts its all-new ‘Gen 3’ technology platform in these models, promising a range of up to 320 km. Read more…
Watch what happens when an electric hydrofoil boat hits big chop & waves
The Candela P-12 is the first hydrofoil electric ferry in the world to begin commercial operations. The 30-seat electric ferry uses a set of computer-controlled hydrofoil wings to fly above the surface of the water, resulting in a smoother and more efficient ride. But what happens when the seas get rough. Read more…
BYD Atto 2 now available in Europe
BYD continues its European expansion with the launch of the Atto 2, a compact electric SUV. This new model, known as the Yuan Up in China, represents BYD’s ninth offering in the European market. The Atto 2 has a good chance to capture a decent chunk of the competitive B-segment SUV market, offering a lot of modern technology, practicality, and… Read more…
