BYD has bought the remaining 10 percent of Denza from Mercedes-Benz, after increasing its stake from 50 percent to 90 percent in 2022. Read more…
Chinese-made Lotus Eletre electric SUV set for US at $229,900
The Lotus Eletre EV is still scheduled to reach the U.S., with deliveries set to start in the first quarter of 2025. But the Chinese-made electric SUV is seeing a major price hike due to new U.S. tariffs. Lotus on Thursday confirmed that the Eletre Carbon launch model will start at $229,900. The announced price is effectively double what was… Read more…
Fisker Ocean Owners Face Another Blow: Recall Costs Paid Out Of Pocket
The ill-fated Ocean SUV is the subject of five recalls, two of which require spare parts and a visit to the dealer. Read more…
Daimler Truck: Infrastructure is the bottleneck
On the eve of the IAA Transportation 2024, Daimler Truck invited journalists, politicians, and stakeholders to see what the company has to offer. In addition to electric trucks and buses and a new CEO, the manufacturer brought a message to the trade fair in Hanover, Germany: We are ready, but we need charging infrastructure. Read more…
Daimler Buses unveils 10.6 metre long electric bus eCitaro K
Daimler Buses is celebrating the world premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro K in Hanover – a 10.6 metre short version of the classic eCitaro electric solo bus. The newcomer unveiled at the IAA Transportation is designed to score points in narrow and winding city neighbourhoods in particular. Read more…
Car industry looks to shake up the EU’s CO2 limits?
There is unrest in the European car lobby: a lobby document circulating in the sector warns that the EU’s CO2 limits could cost millions of jobs. The document calls for the tightening of the rules, currently set for 2025, to be postponed by two years. Read more…
Wuling Mini Hongguang EV best-seller gets a major glow-up
One of China’s most popular electric cars, the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, is getting a refresh. Leaked documents from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) reveal a brand new exterior design that ditches the boxy look for a smoother, more rounded aesthetic. The current Mini EV, with its sharp edges and utilitarian design, has been a best-seller in… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Hooked Up To 600 KW DC Charger Sets New Speed Record–In Europe
It took a little over an hour to get to 100% state of charge. Read more…
Today’s EV engineering webinar schedule: Monday, Sep 16th
Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend, and it starts today. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. View the daily session schedule online here. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. The recorded videos can be accessed on… Read more…
Chinese electric truck maker SANY partners with Alltrucks to conquer Europe
Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer SANY has signed a strategic Agreement with European brand Alltrucks to fuel its expansion into the European market. (Probably.. Read more…
Wärtsilä makes a quantum leap with Quantum 3 utility scale BESS
The new Quantum 3 battery energy storage system (BESS) from Wärtsilä is being describes as an intelligent, cutting-edge solution designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of utility-scale energy storage customers. Read more…
DOWC’s EV service contract includes charging hardware and installation
Electric vehicles are simpler than legacy combustion engine vehicles, and generally require less service. However, when a breakdown does occur, repair costs can be significant, so some buyers choose to purchase an extended warranty or service contract that offers coverage beyond that provided by the manufacturer’s warranty. DOWC offers a service contract that’s designed specifically… Read more…
Schneider’s new Charge Pro commercial charger is part of an end-to-end EV charging solution
Energy management and automation specialist Schneider Electric has announced its new Charge Pro AC Level 2 commercial EV charger. Engineered to deliver energy-efficient and sustainable charging for commercial fleets, workplaces, multifamily residences and destination venues, the Charge Pro offers durability, fast setup and integrated support for commercial EV charging. What’s more, the new commercial charger… Read more…
Beam Global launches BeamSpot curbside EV charging product line
Curbside charging is emerging as the solution to the problem of charging EVs in dense urban neighborhoods. Curbside chargers are common in Europe, and a few companies are beginning to bring them to the US. Curbside charging represents a different application from the sort of public charging that we’re used to seeing in US parking… Read more…
Nexperia offers automotive qualified small-signal compact MOSFETs
Dutch semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia has released new single and dual small-signal MOSFETs in miniature DFN packages. The automotive-qualified devices are available in DFN1110D-3 and DFN1412-6 packages. The 1.1 mm x 1 mm DFN1110D-3 package is quickly becoming the industry standard package for small-signal MOSFETs and bipolar transistors for automotive applications. DFN1110D-3 and DFN1412-6 are leadless… Read more…
Chevrolet Equinox EV’s DC Fast Charging Quirks, Explained
Even though the Equinox EV pulls 150 kilowatts, you will probably need to find a more powerful charger to get the most out of it. Read more…
China’s Micro EV Used To Outsell The Tesla Model Y. Now There’s A New One
The next-generation Wuling Hongguang Mini EV was exposed by Chinese regulators. Read more…
‘Existential Threat’: How China Forced Ford To Get Serious On EVs
Ford’s recent decision to push back new EVs is seen as a retreat. But maybe it’s a regrouping and reloading instead. Can it work in time? Read more…
Test drive: 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV balances efficiency and style
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV should make shopping lists We dig the Blazer EV’s design, efficiency, and build quality Blazer EV rear seat comfort varies by person, and the iOS app needs a redo Unlike soap-bar-styled EVs eking out that extra range the Chevy Blazer EV charts its own distinctly American path. The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV sports… Read more…
FedEx orders 15 more Workhorse W56 electric delivery vans
After a successful pilot program, FedEx is expanding its electric delivery fleet with the purchase of 15 Workhorse W56 electric step vans. Read more…
