This comes just two weeks after the Datang SUV began pre-sales on April 24. Read more…
Ford and Geely move closer to a major EV deal in Spain
Ford has a huge factory in Valencia, Spain, but it has a problem. The site is underutilized and does not produce enough vehicles to stay profitable. To fix this, Ford is in very advanced talks with Geely, the large Chinese company that owns Volvo. The two companies want to strike a deal that would change how the Valencia plant operates.… Read more…
Spain subsidises construction of nearly 3,000 charging points
Spain’s government has announced over €100 million euros in funding for electromobility, primarily for charging stations along key traffic corridors. The ‘Moves Corredores’ funding programme aims to create nearly 3,000 new charging points. Read more…
Fraunhofer IZM elevates SiC inverters to a new performance level
A research team at Fraunhofer IZM has developed a compact and cost-effective inverter on behalf of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). Delivering 500kW of output at 99 per cent efficiency, developers say the device occupies just one liter of volume and is relatively inexpensive. Read more…
Zenobe launches partnership with Australian logistics group
The Australian logistics firm Winning Group is set to deploy 30 electric trucks in Sydney and Melbourne, under a partnership with the fleet electrification firm Zenobe. The deployment is being backed financially by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). Read more…
MAXIMA project reports affordable axial flux motor development
The EU-funded MAXIMA project (Modular AXIal flux Motor for Automotive) aims to design a cost-effective and adaptable axial flux motor for electric vehicles, delivering higher performance while reducing reliance on permanent magnets. The project has now announced that it has reached its first milestones. Read more…
Honda patents fake clutch for electric motorcycles and it might actually make sense
One of the biggest advantages of electric motorcycles has always been their simplicity. No clutch, no gears, no stalling – just twist the throttle and go. They’re basically big, fun scooters, at least in terms of operation. But Honda appears to think there’s still something worth preserving from the old-school riding experience, especially for off-road riders. Read more…
Kempower’s New EV Fast Charger Can Do What Tesla’s Supercharger Can’t
Superchargers are everywhere, but they can’t quite match Kempower’s new Mega Flex Satellite in terms of flexibility. Read More…
China’s April passenger NEV wholesale seen rising 7% to 1.22 million units
Spurred by high oil prices and enthusiasm from the Beijing Auto Show, multiple major automakers posted stellar April sales. Read more…
Nissan equips the Ariya with new features for the upcoming Model Year
Nissan has updated the Ariya for the upcoming model year, introducing subtle styling revisions alongside new features such as Vehicle-to-Load capability and integrated Google services. What remains unchanged, however, is the model’s relatively premium pricing. Read more…
IFAT Munich showcases next generation of municipal electric vehicles
For the IFAT in Munich, truck and body manufacturers have polished their toughest vehicles to a high shine: garbage trucks, winter service trucks, cranes, sewer cleaners, and sweeping machines dominate the stands. And more and more often, orange high-voltage cables flash beneath the bodies. Diesel is making way for electric drive systems in more and more municipal applications. We took a look around the trade fair. Read more…
EU and India jointly promote battery recycling
The EU and India are launching a joint initiative worth €15.2 million dedicated to recycling electric vehicle batteries. The program aims to advance recycling technologies and establish a pilot plant in India. Read more…
Opel Says This EV Is A True Hot Hatch. The Specs Back It Up
The new Opel Corsa GSE EV has the power and the upgrades to deserve being called a hot hatch. Read More…
CATL strikes Bedrock Chassis deal with Turkey’s Togg for 2027 EVs
Togg will build three models based on CATL’s Bedrock Chassis, with the first slated for mass production in 2027. Read more…
BMW announces US and Canadian pricing for iX3 50 xDrive
BMW has confirmed pricing and technical details for the new iX3 50 xDrive in the US and Canada. The first Neue Klasse production model will start at $61,500 in the US and 75,900 CAD in Canada. Read more…
Mercedes ramps up GLC production
The electric GLC from Mercedes-Benz is selling very well. The manufacturer now reports that it is in the middle of ramping up production of the new GLC at its Bremen plant—and also provides some insights into the supply chain. Read more…
Toyota unveils electric Highlander alongside Lexus TZ
Toyota’s premium brand Lexus has unveiled a new electric SUV called the Lexus TZ, which is based on the upcoming Toyota Highlander BEV. While the Highlander is initially intended only for the US market, the Lexus TZ is set to arrive in Europe as early as next year. Read more…
Geely to acquire Ford Spain facility for European EV expansion, report says
Geely plans to use the line to produce a model based on the GEA architecture, likely a localized European version of the Geely Xingyuan. Read more…
The 2027 Lexus TZ Is A Three-Row EV SUV With 300 Miles Of Range
Lexus says that its first three-row electric people hauler has the quietest cabin of all its SUVs. Read More…
Huawei-backed Luxeed to launch V9 MPV later this month
The MPV began pre-sales on April 22, with a starting price of 399,800 yuan ($58,750). Read more…
