EP North America, a lithium-ion-focused material handling equipment provider, has introduced two new forklifts, which are now available through its dealer network. The CPD45F8/50F8 is an IPX4-rated, pneumatic forklift designed for outdoor use to suit applications up to 10,000 lbs. The CPD45F8/50F8 has an integrated EP Energy 80 V lithium-ion battery that requires zero maintenance,… Read more…
Kia charges into electric van market with PV5 and PV7
Kia has made a bold statement at the IAA Transportation event in Hanover, Germany, showcasing its new battery-electric Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) and unveiling the PV5 and PV7 models. These electric vans, set to hit European roads in 2025, represent Kia’s ambitious entry into the light commercial vehicle market, targeting businesses of all sizes. The purpose-built vehicle (PBV) sector has… Read more…
VinFast launches its cheapest VF3 EV overseas to take on low-cost Chinese EV makers
A new low-cost electric car is rolling out to global markets, and it’s not from China. Vietnam’s VinFast officially launched its most affordable EV, the VF 3, overseas as it expands its presence in the Philippines. Read more…
Lotus’ wild 200mph ‘Theory 1’ EV signals return to form for the brand
Lotus has unveiled a new EV concept which it calls “Theory 1,” a lightweight(-ish) electric sportscar concept inspired by the Lotus Esprit with nearly 1,000hp and capable of speeds up to 200mph. Read more…
Wednesday’s EV engineering webinar schedule: September 18th
This week Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend. 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 each session’s registration… Read more…
XING Mobility unveils new immersion cooling battery system for commercial EVs
Taiwan-based XING Mobility, which is developing immersion cooling battery technologies, launched its latest modular cooling system for medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Building on XING’s Immersio XM25 cell-to-pack system introduced in 2019, the Immersio XM28 uses ternary lithium chemistry and optimized space to provide higher energy density, according to the company. The system features active… Read more…
255 HP Mini Cooper JCW E revealed by Chinese MIIT
Mini’s latest addition to its electric lineup is about to heat up the streets. Revealed by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) filing, the 2025 Mini Cooper JCW E is primed to become the brand’s most powerful electric vehicle to date, promising performance in a compact package. Boasting a substantial power boost over its SE sibling, the JCW… Read more…
Kia Stinger Replacement Could Go Electric. Will It Live Up To The Original’s Legacy?
Kia is hinting that a successor to the Stinger could be on the way. Can an EV version of the sporty sedan capture the same magic? Read more…
The US announces the Gulf of Maine’s first offshore wind lease sale
The US Department of the Interior (DOI) will hold an offshore wind energy lease sale in the Gulf of Maine for up to 13 GW of clean energy capacity.. Read more…
What do you think of Kim Kardashian’s painted Tesla Cybertruck?
Kim Kardashian had her Tesla Cybertruck modified and even painted – a rare thing for the electric pickup truck. Read more…
GM’s top-selling EV in China is getting an update leaked images reveal
GM’s joint venture SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) is launching an updated Wuling Hongguang Mini EV in China. Once the best-selling EV in China, with starting prices around $4,000, sales of the mini EV have slipped as new competition enters the market. The company hopes an updated model can help turn things around. Read more…
Global wind turbine order intake reached new highs in H1 2024
Global wind turbine order intake reached new highs in H1 2024, with 91.2 gigawatts (GW) of activity, a 23% increase year-over-year, thanks to the Asia-Pacific region.. Read more…
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV: You Can Order One Now
The first electric muscle car is coming soon. Dodge opened up orders and launched a new online configurator. Read more…
Spy shots provide a glimpse of Xiaomi’s upcoming SUV
It’s no secret that Xiaomi is working on a new EV model, Lei Jun himself confirmed it on stage a couple of months ago. And even though Xiaomi isn’t very vocal about what type of vehicle the company is working on, the reports claim it’s an SUV, and we now even have some spy shots that give us an idea… Read more…
CATL electric bus batteries set for 1M miles, megawatt charging
New-gen LFP bus batteries last 15 years, CATL claims—20% longer CATL claims a 22% boost in energy density by volume, and 175 Wh/kg by weight Superfast Charging Edition goes up to 70% in 15 minutes Chinese battery supplier CATL has unveiled a new battery pack for electric buses designed to tolerate the rigors of public-transit use. The CATL… Read more…
BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US, even with a 100% tariff
Even with the new 100% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US. According to a new report, BYD’s lowest-priced EV would still undercut all US automakers at under $25,000. Read more…
A Tesla Semi has already traveled 250,000 miles: here’s what we learned about the electric truck
We learned a lot about Tesla Semi thanks to a new presentation from the head of the electric truck program at Tesla, including the fact that Tesla ran one of the trucks 250,000 miles (400,000 km) already. Read more…
Kia’s first electric PBV spotted as new Volkswagen ID.Buzz rival [Video]
Kia’s first electric Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) was spotted charging ahead of its official launch. The new video shows Kia’s new PBV could be a potential Volkswagen ID.Buzz rival. Read more…
Rivian’s Apple Music Really Is Worth $14.99 A Month
A week with the Rivian R1S, Connect+ and Apple Music revealed a bright future for tech integration in modern cars. Read more…
Yokogawa releases compact HD oscilloscopes for automotive
Japanese firm Yokogawa Test & Measurement has released its DLM3000HD series of compact, high-definition oscilloscopes for the development of next-generation automotive power electronics. Positioned as a high-performance version of the DLM3000 series, the DLM3000HD series expands Yokogawa’s oscilloscope lineup with two models: the 500 MHz DLM3054HD and 350 MHz DLM3034HD. These deliver higher resolution for… Read more…
