Toyota knows the end is coming for pure gas-powered cars Electrified models accounted for 46% of Toyota’s U.S. sales in September Toyota has a three-row electric SUV on the way in 2026 Toyota believes it’s nearing the point where sales of hybrids, plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles, and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles will overtake pure… Read more…
SEC investigating Fisker bankruptcy
The SEC sent Fisker multiple subpoenas The SEC hasn’t said why it’s looking into Fisker’s bankruptcy Fisker has said it’ll support its vehicles but owners will pay for some recall repairs The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is investigating bankrupt EV startup Fisker, according to a filing spotted by TechCrunch. In the filing, the… Read more…
Rivian aims to start EV production in Georgia in 2027
Rivian applied for a federal loan to build its Georgia plant The loan application states Rivian will begin partial operations in Georgia in 2027 Rivian intends to build the R2 and R3 electric SUVs in Georgia Rivian has applied for a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) loan to fund construction of its Georgia factory, Reuters reports. In a filing with… Read more…
Arriva orders over 150 electric buses for the Netherlands
The British transport service provider Arriva has ordered 157 electric buses for its new public transport concession in the Dutch region of West Brabant. The buses will be supplied by Dutch bus manufacturer VDL. Read more…
Rio Tinto wants to take over lithium producer Arcadium
BMW, Ford, GM, Tesla and Toyota beckon as customers: The mining group Rio Tinto wants to take over the lithium producer Arcadium. This would make Rio Tinto one of the largest lithium producers in the world and shake up the electric car battery business. Read more…
BMW Thinks Hydrogen Has A Bright Future. Here’s Why
Average hydrogen pump prices reached a record high in September. BMW is moving forward with fuel-cell vehicles anyway. Read more…
Here’s our first look at the Jeep Compass
Jeep is getting ready to launch a brand new EV. This will be called Compass, and today we’re treated to our first ever official look at it. Sort of. Jeep is doing what a lot of other brands (Hi, Skoda!) have been in recent years, and that is releasing a design sketch. It’s better than nothing, right? So here it… Read more…
Genesis Energy to buy a majority stake in ChargeNet
ChargeNet, New Zealand’s largest EV charging network, is getting a new majority stakeholder. Genesis Energy will acquire a 65 per cent stake, helping ChargeNet grow its network. Read more…
Nissan Recalls 24,000 Leaf EVs Over Battery Fire Risk
The recall includes models with 40- and 62-kilowatt-hour battery packs manufactured in the United States. Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi Day Is This Week. Is It A ‘Make Or Break Moment’?
Plus, Fisker’s former HQ may be a toxic waste dump, and VW’s CEO has an interesting solution to Europe’s China headaches. Read more…
LG Energy Solution presents new comprehensive battery strategy
LG Energy Solution has presented its first official corporate strategy “Empower Every Possibility.” LGES aims to expand its business beyond battery production to the entire value chain and reduce its dependence on the electric vehicle sector. Read more…
USA: Republic Services orders 100 electric waste collection vehicles
Republic Services has ordered 100 electric recycling and waste trucks from Oshkosh Corporation in the US. This follows their first order of 50 such vehicles last year. Read more…
Fortescue orders electric graders from MacLean
Fortescue and MacLean announced a partnership to decarbonise the mining industry. MacLean will supply a fleet of 30 GR8 EV graders to Fortescue’s mining operations in Western Australia between 2026 and 2029. Read more…
GM Wants Super Cruise To Do Hands-Off, Eyes-Off Driving Assistance
That would make it the first American-designed Level 3 driving assistance system. Read more…
Webinar: Solving EVSE deployment and scalability challenges with flexible power distribution
As the number of EVs on the road continues to rise, EV charging station providers often struggle to keep up. High upfront site ready costs, existing infrastructure limitations and inflexible, hardwired, electrical infrastructure pose significant problems for installers. The need for flexible, versatile and scalable charging station infrastructure is critical. Choosing the right power distribution… Read more…
German car makers protest Chinese EV tariff decision
The European Union’s recent decision to impose tariffs of up to 45% on electric vehicles imported from China has caused concern to certain car makers feom the block. While intended to protect European manufacturers, this move may also backfire if China responds in kind, creating complications for European carmakers. The tariffs, set to take effect on October 31st, stem from… Read more…
PwC Belgium gets 200 new Mini Cooper E for young professionals
PwC Belgium is adding 200 new Mini Cooper E cars to its fleet by the end of this year to replace 200 diesel-powered BMW 1 Series. They are reserved for the company’s young professionals. With the new vehicles, PwC Belgium will have a total of 300 electrified Mini vehicles in its fleet. Read more…
Peugeot now sells the E-3008 and E-5008 with a larger battery
Peugeot is now accepting orders for the long-range variants of its two electric SUVs, the E-3008 and E-5008. It also announced that it will “soon” offer the EVs with a third electric powertrain. Read more…
Arriva to operate 82 electric buses to Budapest
The British company Arriva will operate electric buses in the Hungarian capital Budapest. Arriva will introduce 82 fully electric buses, which are scheduled to go into operation from the end of 2025. There is also an option for a further 21 vehicles. Read more…
Tesla is likely planning four versions of the 4680 battery cells
According to insider information, Tesla is planning four versions of its 4680 battery cells with dry-coated cathodes. These will each be designed for different purposes and models – and are to be launched on the market by 2026. Read more…
