A mandatory national standard already bans fully concealed door handles. The new draft would further link design safety assessments to vehicle approvals. Read more…
‘It is easier to come down’: Ultraviolette Automotive’s Vinayak Bhat makes the case for a top-down strategy
Ultraviolette Automotive has taken an unusual route in India’s electric two-wheeler market, starting with high-performance models rather than mass-market products. In our interview, Chief Product Officer Vinayak Bhat explains why the company believes it is easier to “come down” from premium performance, and discusses its 100-volt architecture, upcoming models and lessons from expanding into Europe. Read more…
Battery swap works: Nio completes 1.2 million swaps in a SINGLE WEEK
While oil prices and range anxiety dominate Western EV headlines, Nio’s battery-swap system in China keeps reaching new milestones that prove the technology can rival a traditional refueling infrastructure at scale, performing 1.2 million battery swaps over the holiday. Read more…
BYD builds 150,000th commercial NEV – an 800 hp Q3 electric semi truck
The BYD Q3 battery-electric semi truck shown here marked a major production milestone this week, becoming the 150,000th new energy commercial vehicle to roll off the assembly line at BYD’s truck plant in Huai’an, Jiangsu province. Read more…
Xpeng completes G9L trial production in Austria ahead of Paris global premiere
The G9L becomes Xpeng’s fourth model to be assembled locally in Europe. Read more…
Bucharest secures €87 million for new battery-electric buses and trolleys
Bucharest is receiving €87.44 million from the Modernisation Fund to renew its public transport fleet. According to Mayor Ciprian Ciucu, this will include the procurement of 40 electric buses and 45 new trolleybuses. Read more…
EV4EU project advances bidirectional charging
The EU bidirectional charging project EV4EU has concluded its work after four years. The partners developed a bidirectional CCS charging prototype and open-source software for charging point operators, among other things. Four demonstration projects show how electric cars can contribute to the adaptability of the power system. Read more…
BYD reaches 150,000 commercial NEV production milestone as growth focus shifts to trucks
A Q3 electric semi-truck marked the milestone as BYD accelerates its expansion into long-haul freight transport. Read more…
Wow! A huge order for Tesla Semis. But who’s behind it?
A coalition led by Catalyst Mobility and Smart Freight Centre orders 2,500 Tesla Semis, marking the largest US electric truck fleet purchase to date. Read more…
Tesla’s next big clean energy source is rising in the Arizona desert
A 450-megawatt (MW) solar farm with a massive battery system is now under construction in Arizona – and Tesla has already lined up about 90% of its expected electricity output. Read more…
Li-S Energy’s lithium-sulfur battery powers Pegasus drone through a near two-hour flight
Li-S Energy’s lithium-sulfur battery powers Pegasus drone through nearly two-hour flight, showcasing superior endurance and lightweight design. Read more…
BMW iX5 spotted ahead of US launch, sporting its new Double-X headlights
You can’t miss BMW’s new “Double-X” lights, which debut on the all-electric iX5 and X5. The new iX5 was spotted testing ahead of its upcoming US launch, giving us a look at the new lighting signature in real life. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla goes V2H, Kia EV3 first drive, Jaguar Type 01, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla finally launching V2H, our Kia EV3 first drive, Jaguar Type 01, and more. Read more…
Americans want 300 miles of EV range – but most say 75 or less covers their day
Most Americans say 75 miles of range would be more than enough for their daily drive, but when it comes to choosing an EV, a fair number want a much bigger cushion. Read more…
Hyundai is offering a 10% discount on the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 EVs
Hyundai’s electric SUVs are even more tempting this month with a 10% discount, or up to $7,000 in total savings. Read more…
Webinar: EV battery trends and silicone technologies for safer, lighter and more sustainable electric vehicles
Silicone Solutions for Next-Generation EV Battery Applications How are EV battery requirements evolving, and what materials will enable the next generation of electric vehicles? The electric vehicle industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Driven by increasing demands for longer driving ranges, ultra-fast charging, enhanced safety, lower costs, improved sustainability, and greater battery circularity, EV… Read more » Read more…
Tesla China September wholesale sales rise 5% to 95,366, a year-to-date high
Strong export growth continued to offset declining domestic deliveries in China. Read more…
Xpeng’s Yoyo robotaxi service goes live
Guangzhou at dusk is a definition of anarchy – electric mopeds fly in all directions, and beat-up delivery vans cut across three lanes without warning. If you ever wanted an autonomous vehicle test ground, the heart of southern China is the best place for it. This is where Xpeng has chosen to kick off an invite-only pilot for its commercial… Read more…
BYD launches pre-orders for the new Seagull, a larger version of its popular $10K EV
The Seagull is BYD’s most affordable electric vehicle, starting at about $10,000 in China and sold overseas as the Dolphin Surf. BYD is preparing to introduce a new version that will likely be an even “bigger” hit.. Read more…
Kia’s 7-seat electric people mover just got a bit cheaper in the UK
Kia’s 7-seat PV5 electric van is now eligible for the UK Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), bringing the starting price down to £35,495 ($47,000). Read more…
