After years and years of waiting, Indians can now finally officially purchase a Tesla vehicle – namely, the Model Y. The brand has launched in the country, offering the Model Y for INR 5.989 million (about €60,000) for the rear-wheel drive model. If you want the long-range RWD, that’s INR 6.789 million, or about €68,000. Tesla is also offering its… Read more…
Lucid CEO Warns New Cars Are About To Get More Expensive: ‘No Other Way Around It’
Plus, Musk’s corporate umbrella is ready to make it rain on xAI and Hyundai plans to ride out tariffs with cheap EVs outside of America. Lire la suite…
Providing EV charging intelligence where it’s needed
Some EV charging infrastructure control functions are best handled on-site, some in the cloud. Driivz and Sparkion offer a combination of both. Every EV charging system consists of various components, including hardware (chargers, switchgear), software (charging management, user apps) and services (installation, payment processing, maintenance). As regular Charged readers know, companies that want to provide… Read more…
Providing EV charging intelligence where it’s needed
Some EV charging infrastructure control functions are best handled on-site, some in the cloud. Driivz and Sparkion offer a combination of both. Every EV charging system consists of various components, including hardware (chargers, switchgear), software (charging management, user apps) and services (installation, payment processing, maintenance). As regular Charged readers know, companies that want to provide… Read more…
Full Circle Lithium expands distribution network for its battery firefighting agent
US-based Full Circle Lithium (FCL), manufacturer of lithium-ion battery firefighting agent FCL-X, has signed regional distribution agreements with six distributors in the US and one in Canada, in addition to a distribution agreement with US Fire Pump already in place. FCL now serves more than 25 US states and all of Canada. FCL has restructured… Read more…
Full Circle Lithium expands distribution network for its battery firefighting agent
US-based Full Circle Lithium (FCL), manufacturer of lithium-ion battery firefighting agent FCL-X, has signed regional distribution agreements with six distributors in the US and one in Canada, in addition to a distribution agreement with US Fire Pump already in place. FCL now serves more than 25 US states and all of Canada. FCL has restructured… Read more…
This electric motorcycle company just did what no one else could
Stark Future, the Barcelona-based electric motorcycle startup known for its high-performance off-road bikes, has just smashed expectations by posting its first profitable quarter – and in record time. After announcing its first profitable month this past April, the company is now sharing that its Q2 2025 results show €47 million in revenue and €4.5 million in EBITDA. That would mark the fastest path to profitability ever recorded for an electric vehicle manufacturer, whether on two wheels or four. Read more…
This electric motorcycle company just did what no one else could
Stark Future, the Barcelona-based electric motorcycle startup known for its high-performance off-road bikes, has just smashed expectations by posting its first profitable quarter – and in record time. After announcing its first profitable month this past April, the company is now sharing that its Q2 2025 results show €47 million in revenue and €4.5 million in EBITDA. That would mark the fastest path to profitability ever recorded for an electric vehicle manufacturer, whether on two wheels or four. Read more…
Rivian rolling out new navigation system powered by Google Maps
Rivian today announced a partnership with Google Maps on a new navigation system for its electric vehicles. Read more…
Rivian rolling out new navigation system powered by Google Maps
Rivian today announced a partnership with Google Maps on a new navigation system for its electric vehicles. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz unveils the new CLA Shooting Brake — its first electric estate car
The new CLA Shooting Brake is the first electric Mercedes vehicle available as an estate. It’s more spacious, more capable, and more high-tech than ever. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz unveils the new CLA Shooting Brake — its first electric estate car
The new CLA Shooting Brake is the first electric Mercedes vehicle available as an estate. It’s more spacious, more capable, and more high-tech than ever. Read more…
Rivian EVs Are Getting Google Maps Navigation
Rivian owners will get to enjoy Google Maps’ real-time traffic information and routing system. Lire la suite…
Mercedes unveils CLA Shooting Brake, an electric wagon with nearly 500 miles of range
Until recently car buyers looking for a stylish wagon and those wanting an electric car had to choose one or the other. Mercedes-Benz has decided to change that. The German automaker officially revealed its first-ever all-electric wagon, the CLA Shooting Brake, blending a sleek design with the practicality families and adventurers demand from their electric cars. At the heart of… Read more…
China restricts battery cathode material technology exports
Beijing has added battery cathode material preparation technology to its restricted export list. The move affects lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and related technologies, requiring export licences to balance development and security. Read more…
Study shows occasional sprints promote healthier battery aging
Batteries in electric cars need occasional acceleration manoeuvres to extend their service life. This was discovered by scientists at Stanford University in the US as part of a two-year research project. Read more…
Li Auto’s 5-seat electric SUV i6 has up to 720 km range, regulatory info shows
The Li i6 offers only one battery pack option at 87.3075 kWh, with a CLTC range of 660 to 720 km.
The Li i6 is set to launch in September to take on Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, and Audi Q5.
Spark Alliance switches on first development stage
In April, Atlante, Electra, Fastned and Ionity formed the “Spark Alliance” to let customers of one provider charge at all others without switching apps. Now, the providers have implemented the first stage of integration. Read more…
Skoda transforms its Enyaq electric SUV into a commercial van
Few would have predicted a popular family SUV trading its passenger seats for a dedicated cargo bay. Yet, that is precisely what has happened in the United Kingdom. Skoda has taken its award-winning Enyaq electric SUV and, with the help of a specialist firm, has created the Enyaq Cargo, a two-seater commercial vehicle designed for the modern mobile workforce. The… Read more…
Baidu partners with Uber to deploy thousands of robotaxis globally
The first deployments are expected to take place later this year in Asia and the Middle East, using Apollo Go’s sixth-generation robotaxi.
Baidu has become the latest company to partner with Uber, as Chinese autonomous driving technology developers aim to deploy their technology in global markets.
