The B10 is the first model in Leapmotor’s B-series, which has two other models coming in 2025. Read more…
Avatr plugs into Nio’s charging network
Avatr, previously known as Changan Nio, plugged into Nio’s charging network, becoming the 14th brand to do so. Read more…
Interview with Stefan Schwanck: Insights into Pyroswitch DC Testing for E-Mobility
In an exclusive interview, Stefan Schwanck, Head of Low Voltage Labs at KEMA Labs Berlin, discusses the pivotal role of Pyroswitch DC testing in advancing the electric mobility (e-mobility) sector. KEMA Labs is the Testing, Inspection and Certification Business Unit of CESI Group. Drawing from the extensive testing experiences at KEMA Labs, Stefan provides an in-depth look into the innovative developments and challenges faced in this dynamic field. Read more…
Trump looks to cut subsidy for electric cars
US President-elect Donald Trump could get rid of the current tax credit of 7,500 dollars for electric cars as part of a more comprehensive tax reform. Tesla is said to support these plans – although the company itself would be affected. Read more…
Zeekr delivers first EVs in Norway
The Geely brand Zeekr is now active in three European countries. The first Zeekr 001 was delivered in Norway in November. It is not yet known when Zeekr will start deliveries in Germany. Read more…
Tesla’s Latest Supercharger Update Brings Big Speed Improvements
The V4 Cabinet enables Tesla’s latest Supercharger stalls to deliver over 1 Megawatt of power. Just not for the Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X. Read more…
Tesla increases Supercharger charging capacity to up to 500 kW
It sounds a little unusual at first: Tesla has unveiled new control cabinets for its V4 Superchargers. However, the new technology enables significantly faster charging processes with a peak of up to 500 kW – the Semi electric truck can then even charge with more than one megawatt. But Tesla sees even more advantages. Read more…
BYD Denza launches Z9 sedan with starting price of $46,320
The Denza Z9 is available in PHEV and BEV variants, and its tri-motor powertrain allows the vehicle to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds. Read more…
Baidu-backed Jiyue unveils Robo X electric supercar, production set for 2027
Jiyue said the Robo X comes with a high-performance drive system and can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 1.9 seconds. Read more…
First Schottky diode for high-voltage DC links
Infineon has created the first 2000 V Schottky diode for high-voltage (HV) DC link designs, writes Nick Flaherty.
The CoolSiC 2000 V G5 is the first discrete silicon-carbide diode with this breakdown voltage, making it suitable for DC links up to 1500 V with current ratings from 10-80 A. This makes it ideal for higher DC-link voltage applications. Read more…
BYD signs deal to set up electric bus manufacturing base in Azerbaijan
BYD expects to produce around 200 electric buses per year in Azerbaijan between 2025 and 2028. Read more…
Xpeng targets 20,000 monthly production capacity for Mona M03 by Chinese New Year
Xpeng has delivered more than 10,000 units of the Mona M03 for the second consecutive month since its launch, and the model’s production capacity was increased by 40 percent in November. Read more…
BYD Yangwang starts pre-sales of U7 luxury sedan
Yangwang has begun pre-sales of the U7 without releasing pricing information. The BYD sub-brand previously said the U7 would be priced in the 1-million-yuan level. Read more…
Nio Onvo says deliveries have exceeded 7,000, reiterates monthly volume to exceed 20,000 in Mar 2025
Orders for the Onvo L60 far outperformed those for other models launched at the same time, with production orders already lined up for the first quarter of next year, Onvo president said. Read more…
A 100-MW solar farm just broke ground in Wisconsin
National Grid Renewables has broken ground on its 100 MW Apple River Solar Project in Polk County, Wisconsin.. Read more…
Nio to enter Azerbaijan auto market
Nio already has a vehicle sales and service partner in Azerbaijan, said its president, Qin Lihong, who will also check out the site for Nio’s first local Nio House. Read more…
China powers up the world’s largest open-sea offshore solar farm
China’s CHN Energy has connected the first solar units from its 1-gigawatt (GW) offshore solar farm – the world’s first and largest of its kind – to the grid.. Read more…
Hyundai is launching an AI-powered EV next year to keep pace in China
Hyundai has a new secret weapon it’s about ready to unleash. To revamp the brand in China and counter BYD’s surge, Hyundai is launching a new AI-powered EV next year. The new model will be Hyundai’s first dedicated electric car for the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
Tesla announces 500 kW charging as it finally delivers V4 Supercharger cabinets
Tesla has announced that it will finally deliver 500 kW charging as it is about to install its long-awaited V4 Supercharger cabinets. Read more…
Zeekr takes the reins of Lynk & Co
The premium electric vehicle subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, Zeekr, is set to acquire a 51% stake in Lynk & Co. This acquisition, announced on November 14, 2024, will allow Zeekr to take control of the innovative car brand that was initially a joint venture between Geely Auto and Volvo Cars. Lynk & Co was founded in 2017, and it… Read more…
