Zeekr officially entered the Australian market with the launch of the Zeekr X in Australia on October 15, and gave the Zeekr 009 MPV its local debut. Read more…
Lyten to build Gigafactory in Nevada
Californian lithium-sulphur battery developer Lyten wants to build the world’s first lithium-sulfur battery factory in the US state of Nevada. Once fully operational, the factory will be able to produce 10 GWh of lithium-sulfur batteries per year. Read more…
Gogoro expands consumer sales of battery-swapping electric scooters in Singapore
Gogoro announced today the expansion of consumer sales of three of its electric scooters in the Singapore market, marking a major expansion from the company’s commercial fleet-based entry into the market. Read more…
Royal Enfield teases its upcoming electric motorcycle launch
Legacy motorcycle maker Royal Enfield has released a teaser ahead of its expected electric motorcycle launch next month at the Milan Motorcycle Show (EICMA). Read more…
BMW Chief Says EU Must Cancel 2035 Gas Engine Ban
BMW and Mini are doing pretty well on the EV front, so why is Oliver Zipse going down this road? Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Oct 13: Nio 4,700, Tesla 8,500, Xiaomi 4,600, BYD 106,200
Li Auto saw 13,400 insurance registrations last week, Xpeng 3,900, Zeekr 5,500, Leapmotor 8,700 and Aito 7,100. Read more…
Zeekr to formally launch Mix on Oct 23 in new effort aimed at families
Zeekr will officially launch the five-seat Zeekr Mix on October 23, aiming to create a new mobility lifestyle for families. Read more…
WeRide unveils new robotaxi GXR with large interior space
WeRide has unveiled its next generation production robotaxi, the GXR, claiming to be the world’s most spacious production robotaxi to date. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck’s sharp edges dull its European dream
The Tesla Cybertruck, Elon Musk’s polarizing electric pickup truck, has been turning heads with its radical design and impressive performance. However, its journey to conquer the European market has hit a roadblock – safety regulations. While the Cybertruck boasts a futuristic, angular design, its sharp edges and bulky frame have raised concerns among European safety organizations, who argue that the… Read more…
Tesla moves around $600 million worth of Bitcoin, but why?
Tesla has been moving around a lot of Bitcoin to a new wallet, a first for the automaker who first cot into crypto a few years ago before getting cold feet. Read more…
Tesla needs to come clean about HW3, 2025 GMC Sierra leaks, and big windmills
On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge, we think Tesla needs to come clean about what’s happening with HW3, GMC leaks 2025 Sierra EV Denali pricing online, and charging up your Nissan and VW might have just gotten a whole lot easier. Read more…
GM reveals Next-Gen tactical vehicle with electric Silent Drive tech
GM rolled out its new “Next Gen” tactical vehicle prototype at the AUSA conference this week packing electric drive motors at the front and rear axles that enable Silent Drive and Silent Watch technologies to make the trucks harder to detect on the battlefield. Read more…
Regulatory filing: BYD files for Xia MPV
BYD has made a filing for the Xia MPV in preparation for its launch within the year. The model began accepting pre-orders on September 27. Read more…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz: We’re Finally Driving It. What Do You Want To Know?
Yes, finally. America has been waiting a long time for the electric rebirth of the iconic Type 2 Microbus. What do you want to know? Read more…
Honda Prologue becomes the 5th best-selling EV in the US after Q3 sales surge
Honda’s electric SUV was the 5th best-selling EV in the US after sales surged in the third quarter.
As the electric SUV rolls out to dealers nationwide, the Honda Prologue is winning over buyers. Read more…
Tesla Semi will be available worldwide, says Elon Musk
Elon Musk announced that the Tesla Semi class 8 electric truck will be available worldwide, but they need to bring it to production. Read more…
Stellantis Pushes Leapmotor Further Into Europe With B10 Crossover
This EV will be made in Europe and cost as little as $14,110 in its home market of China. Read more…
Citroen Ami gets a makeover and a rugged concept companion for 2025
Citroen has unveiled a refreshed version of its quirky Ami electric car for the 2025 model year. It sports a redesigned front end with larger, more expressive headlights and a new Citroen logo. The company also revealed a rugged concept car called the Ami Buggy Vision, which explores the Ami’s potential for off-road adventures. Since its launch in 2020, the… Read more…
Leclanché supplies battery system for Madrid Metro’s hybrid track repair locomotive
Swiss battery manufacturer Leclanché has supplied two of its INT-53 ENERGY battery packs for the Madrid Metro system’s new hybrid track repair locomotive, which was custom-built by Uromac, a Spanish road-rail machines and vehicles manufacturer. It marks the first time that lithium-ion battery technology has been integrated into the Metro’s infrastructure. Collaborating on the project… Read more…
Driving the future of EV battery assembly with adhesives
Sponsored by DuPont. The automotive industry is rapidly evolving, and electric vehicles are at the forefront of this transformation. Continued EV adoption hinges on several key factors: reducing costs, building a robust charging infrastructure, and designing efficient, durable battery packs with longer-range and fast-charging capabilities. As automakers strive to match the cost and efficiency of… Read more…
