A full-size SUV measuring 5.70 metres is not big enough for you? General Motors will soon have the solution, as Cadillac presented a long-wheelbase version of the electric Escalade iQ. It is only 10 centimetres longer at 5.80 metres, but will be sold worldwide. Read more…
Wallbox opens pre-orders for Quasar 2 bidirectional charger
EV charging hardware manufacturer Wallbox has taken a step towards the day that EV drivers will be able to use the batteries in their vehicles to provide backup power for their homes and to save money on their electric bills. The company is now taking pre-orders for its new bidirectional DC charger, the Quasar 2,… Read more…
Kia offers bidirectional charging in the US
Manufacturer Wallbox has kicked off pre-sales of its Quasar 2 bidirectional charger for the Kia EV9 in the US. It will enable customers to use the electric SUV as an energy storage unit. Read more…
TEB Arval plans to fleet 1,200 electric cars thanks to ERWE loan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is granting the leasing company TEB Arval in Turkey a loan totalling 50 million euros to support the purchase of 1,200 electric cars and plug-in hybrids. Read more…
Amsterdam to require private vessels to operate emissions free on canals
Starting from 1 April, only pleasure craft powered by electricity or hydrogen will be allowed to sail in the canals in the centre of Amsterdam. However, there are a few exceptions to the rule in regards to the main thoroughfares. Read more…
Singapore rolls out new schemes to promote electric heavy vehicles
Strengthening its commitment to EVs, Singapore has introduced new schemes to push the adoption of electric heavy vehicles in the country. The government will offer incentives for both the vehicles and their charging infrastructure. Read more…
Leapmotor starts pre-sales of B10 SUV, brings LiDAR to $15,000 model
The Leapmotor B10 secured over 15,010 pre-orders one hour after the start of pre-sales, with the LiDAR-equipped variants accounting for 73 percent of the total.
The official launch of the B10 will be in April, and Leapmotor is targeting monthly sales of at least 40,000 B-series models.
Nissan announces progress in automated driving
Japanese car manufacturer Nissan has unveiled new test vehicles for automated driving at its headquarters in Yokohama. They are based on the Serena minivan and are equipped with 14 cameras, nine radars and six LiDAR sensors. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz and the future of bidirectional charging
The concept of bidirectional charging has long been hailed as a game-changer. But how close are we to seeing widespread adoption? In the run-up to the Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging at the Power2Drive in Munich in May, Frank Spennemann, Senior Manager Charging Solutions Energy at Mercedes-Benz, sheds light on the company’s approach to vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and the challenges that must be overcome. Read more…
Aptera tests solar-powered EV, after dropping in-wheel motors
“Real-world validation testing” completed on inboard-motor setup Aptera switched to the layout, instead of in-wheel motors, for its future solar EV Per-mile energy consumption remains in line with previous layout Aptera last week announced that it had completed the first round of “real-world validation testing” of its solar-assisted three-wheeled… Read more…
The legend of the ‘Tesla killer’ finally came true, and it’s Elon Musk
The legend of the ‘Tesla killer’ is not a myth anymore. It came true, and it’s not an electric vehicle from a legacy automaker or a new EV startup; it’s Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO. Read more…
Segway’s new Ninebot Max G3 scooter brings more speed, more tech, and more everything
If you’ve ever thought, “Man, I wish my scooter was faster, smoother, and had more underglow,” then Segway has been reading your mind. The company just opened pre-orders for its new Ninebot Max G3, the latest in its Max series, and it’s packing more features than ever before. Read more…
Kia opens EV4 orders in Korea with +330 miles range and it starts at under $30,000
Kia’s first electric sedan, the EV4, has officially hit the market. Kia opened EV4 orders at under $30,000 (41.92 million won) in South Korea ahead of its global rollout. It even has the longest driving range of any Hyundai Motor Group EV rated with over 330 miles (533 km). Read more…
Recall: Nearly 14,000 VW And Audi EVs Might Lose Power While Driving
The Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 E-Tron are affected. Read more…
How Toyota Is Dealing With The Rise Of China
Toyota readies a counterattack in China. Plus: Tesla protests rage on for another weekend. How long can Elon Musk’s company keep this up? Read more…
Rio Tinto completes takeover of lithium producer Arcadium
The British-Australian mining group Rio Tinto has finalised the takeover of the lithium producer Arcadium from the USA, which was announced in October. The 6.7 billion US dollar deal makes Rio Tinto one of the largest lithium producers in the world. Read more…
USA: CapMetro electrifies bus depot in Austin, Texas
Camber, manufacturer and operator of EV infrastructure for commercial vehicles in North America, has installed 2.9 megawatts of charging power for CapMetro public bus service in Austin, Texas. The system can charge up to 48 buses simultaneously. Read more…
Farasis unveils EV battery that charges as quick as fueling
Chinese company Farasis Energy has revealed new battery technology that promises to cut charging times dramatically. This development means drivers concerned about the time it takes to recharge their EVs will have one fewer thing to worry about. Farasis announced its new technology features both lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and lithium ternary battery systems (NMC), each designed for ultra-fast charging.… Read more…
Volvo Trucks delivers two electric trucks in South Africa
Volvo Trucks South Africa has delivered two all-electric FH 6×4 truck tractors to Vector Logistics. The focus is on food distribution, which is why the tractors are matched with refrigerated trailers. Read more…
Ford announces billion-euro investment in German subsidiary
Ford is supporting the transformation of its European business with fresh capital for its German subsidiary. The US manufacturer announced a capital injection of up to 4.4 billion euros, which is intended to ensure the “financial stability of Ford-Werke GmbH” – but at the same time cancels an important guarantee. Read more…
