Vianode and cylib partner to integrate recycled graphite into European battery anodes, advancing sustainable and low-carbon anode materials. Read more…
Donut Lab’s ‘solid-state’ battery exposed as regular li-ion in damning investigation
A comprehensive investigation by battery researcher Ziroth, involving over 20 independent battery experts, has produced what amounts to definitive proof that Donut Lab’s “miracle” solid-state battery is actually a lithium-ion cell. The company raised approximately $25 million from over 1,300 mostly small investors based on claims that now appear to be false. Read more…
Ford’s $30,000 EV pickup is getting closer — You may even see one out in the wild
The midsize electric pickup can’t come soon enough. According to Ford, you might see a disguised one on the streets very soon. Read more…
BYD’s 1,000+ hp drop-top luxury EV spotted undisguised [Images]
BYD is already calling it the world’s first intelligent electric supercar. Packing over 1,000 hp, the Denza Z can sprint from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in under 2 seconds, and it’s about to go head-to-head with Porsche, Ferrari, and other luxury brands in Europe. Read more…
Solar is crushing gas growth worldwide, a new report finds
Natural gas is losing its grip on the global power mix as countries increasingly turn to cheaper, more secure renewable energy, according to a new report from climate and energy think tank Ember. Read more…
Your Tesla Is Twice As Likely To Hit 250,000 Miles As A Subaru: Study
Think electric cars don’t last? Very few companies beat Tesla in this study of the longest lasting car brands. Read More…
BMW’s Electric M3 Doesn’t Imitate A V8. It Does Something Cooler
The goal isn’t to copy a V8, V10 or straight-six, but to give drivers the speed and acceleration cues that EVs usually lack. Read More…
The Lucid Gravity’s Latest Update Brings Hands-Free Driving And Google Maps Information
Lucid’s three-row SUV just got some big feature upgrades thanks to a software update. Read More…
PowerSled brings exportable power to the job site while saving space and fuel
PowerSled by Lightship offers a powered trailer with battery storage and exportable power, boosting fuel savings and job site efficiency. Read more…
BMW iX3 tops real-world range test charts beating WLTP estimates
The Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) conducts two real-world EV range tests each year – one in the summer and one in the winter. The summer test just concluded, and the results are quite fascinating. The top performer turned out to be the BMW iX3 with a real-world range test of 781 km, and impressively it’s 11 km more than the… Read more…
Mercedes Benz Trucks adds a Lowliner variant to its eActros lineup of electric trucks
Mercedes Benz Trucks expands its eActros lineup with the Lowliner variant, designed for high-volume electric truck transport and mega-trailers. Read more…
Peugeot is finally unveiling the production E-208 GTi this week
Last year at the Le Mans 24-hour race, Peugeot presented its E-208 GTi concept, the hot hatch for the electric generation. Now, almost one year later, the brand is finally almost ready to introduce the full production version. It will be unveiled on Friday, June 12, at 1 PM Central European Time, at Le Mans. Peugeot promises that the production… Read more…
China’s EV shift cut pollution enough to prevent 262,000 deaths
China’s rapid switch to electric and other new energy vehicles cut urban air pollution enough to prevent an estimated 262,000 premature deaths, according to a new peer-reviewed study published in Nature Health. Read more…
BYD is about to launch another flagship luxury EV: Here’s our first look [Images]
BYD released the first images of the Da Han, a new flagship luxury electric sedan equipped with its ultra-fast Flash Charging. Read more…
China’s May NEV penetration hits record high despite continued retail sales decline
China’s NEV retail penetration rate reached 62.9% in May, as sales of traditional internal combustion engine vehicles shrank significantly. Read more…
Black Box Innovations’ power control system product line earns UL 3141 and UL 1741 certification
Black Box Innovations earns UL 3141 and UL 1741 certification for its power control system product line, boosting EV charging safety and compliance. Read more…
Katoen Natie orders over 1,000 electric cars from BMW
Belgian logistics and industrial service provider Katoen Natie has ordered over 1,000 electric vehicles from the BMW Group. The new BMW and Mini vehicles are expected to enter service by the end of 2027, replacing combustion-engine models in the fleet. BMW describes this as the largest single order for electric company cars from a single manufacturer in Belgium to date. Read more…
Clean Motion launches electric hearse for coffin transport
Swedish company Clean Motion has introduced an extended version of its EVIG Memorial electric vehicle for funeral transport. The new model is designed to carry coffins and expands the company’s zero-emission offering for funeral service providers. Read more…
Nio ES9 delivers 3,108 units in last four days of May
Analysts estimate that the ES9 has already secured over 25,000 non-cancelable orders. Read more…
BYD expands premium lineup with new Great Han flagship EV
Chinese vehicle manufacturer BYD is almost ready to launch its first D-class flagship sedan under its popular Dynasty series. Lu Tian, the general manager of the sales division for the Dynasty lineup, published the first official images of the new premium vehicle. Internally known as the Great Han, or Han 9, this model is the company’s latest push to win… Read more…
