ZAPI GROUP has announced new high-voltage, high-power charging solutions aimed at OEMs working on industrial electrification. The primary offerings include liquid-cooled 7.2 kW and 22 kW onboard chargers compatible with 400 V and 800 V battery packs. Samples of these chargers will be made available for system fit and interoperability testing soon. The new chargers… Read more…
Orion showcases new Texas plant and PRINTEX kappa 100 battery-grade conductive carbon additive
Carbon black supplier Orion is building a new acetylene black production facility in La Porte, Texas, which will produce acetylene-based PRINTEX kappa 100 conductive additive, its battery-grade conductive carbon. Orion expects the plant to start production in the second quarter of 2026. Combined with Orion’s acetylene black plant in Berre l’Étang, France, the new facility… Read more…
2026 Tesla Model Y Standard: This Is It
The cheaper Model Y we’ve all been waiting for is here. Can it compete with a growing number of competitive rivals? Lire la suite…
Mazda 6e Review: This EV Isn’t Really A Mazda. It’s Better
Lacking electric models of its own, Mazda turned to a Chinese partner. But the result is surprisingly great. Lire la suite…
Tesla Model 3 Standard: Meet Tesla’s Cheapest Car In 2025
Tesla’s “one other thing” is a low-cost Model 3 sedan, in addition to the Model Y Standard. You get fabric seats, but also 321 miles of range. Lire la suite…
Porsche Solved Wireless Charging, Just Not Fitting It In The Car
Porsche finally figured out inductive charging, now it just needs to figure out how to cram it in its EVs. Lire la suite…
Lucid Motors’ production misses estimates as hopes ride on Gravity SUV
Lucid Motors announced its third-quarter results, showing a company pushing hard to increase output but still falling short of Wall Street’s expectations. The California-based maker of luxury electric cars reported it produced 3,891 vehicles and delivered 4,078 to customers from July through September. While these figures represent growth compared to previous quarters, they missed the mark set by financial analysts.… Read more…
Hyundai is discounting EVs by over $34,000 as price cuts expand beyond the US
After cutting prices on its top-selling electric vehicle by nearly $10,000 in the US, Hyundai is now bringing the savings to new markets. Hyundai is offering discounts of over $34,000 (AUD) on some of its EVs overseas. Read more…
The cheaper Volvo EX30 Single Motor is finally here, and it starts at under $40,000
The Volvo EX30 is now even more affordable. Volvo launched the EX30 Single Motor in the US, with prices starting under $40,000, but that’s not all. Read more…
it’s electric secures $1.1-million CEC grant to develop vehicle-to-grid curbside EV charger
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded Brooklyn-based EV charging company it’s electric $1.1 million to develop and commercialize a curbside vehicle-to-grid EV charger. The company will develop the new technology in partnership with the University of California, Berkeley and the University of Delaware, and expects to bring it to market by 2028. it’s electric… Read more…
it’s electric secures $1.1-million CEC grant to develop vehicle-to-grid curbside EV charger
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded Brooklyn-based EV charging company it’s electric $1.1 million to develop and commercialize a curbside vehicle-to-grid EV charger. The company will develop the new technology in partnership with the University of California, Berkeley and the University of Delaware, and expects to bring it to market by 2028. it’s electric… Read more…
Dürr and GROB unveil next-generation battery cell production factory with 50% less footprint
Dürr and GROB have announced a new lithium-ion battery cell concept factory. The system targets the EV segment, featuring dry electrode coating and an advanced Z-folder cell assembly with integrated notching. According to Dürr, the concept factory reduces production space requirements by 50 percent and cuts energy consumption by 70 percent compared to traditional methods…. Read more…
Dürr and GROB unveil next-generation battery cell production factory with 50% less footprint
Dürr and GROB have announced a new lithium-ion battery cell concept factory. The system targets the EV segment, featuring dry electrode coating and an advanced Z-folder cell assembly with integrated notching. According to Dürr, the concept factory reduces production space requirements by 50 percent and cuts energy consumption by 70 percent compared to traditional methods…. Read more…
This Chinese EV Charges From 10-80% In 7 Minutes
Charging speeds are getting ridiculous in China. Lire la suite…
‘Game Changer’: The Kia PV5 May Be The Go-To Bargain Electric Van
One reviewer got to drive Kia’s rival to the Volkswagen ID. Buzz in Korea. He was mighty impressed, especially with the price. Lire la suite…
Mercedes sells more electric cars again
Mercedes’ electric car sales have fallen year-on-year for six consecutive quarters. The Stuttgart-based company has now reported growth again for the third quarter of 2025, thanks in part to the new CLA. Things are also looking up for vans. Read more…
BVG begins expansion of electric bus chargers at terminal stops
Berlin’s public transport operator is expanding its electric bus charging infrastructure to include fast chargers at terminal stops. During the first phase of the project, up to 20 such charging stations will be installed throughout the city by the end of 2027 in order to stabilize electric bus operations. Read more…
Tesla’s More Affordable Model Y Arrives Today. Here’s What We Expect
Plus, Xiaomi is taking on Western luxury brands in China, and Tesla could lose its license to sell insurance in California. Lire la suite…
Google is removing GameSnacks from Android Auto
People running on the beta version of Android Auto are reporting that the GameSnacks collection of games is no longer available in the last few versions of the software. Seemingly, GameSnacks is absent from the app launcher, but it’s still visible in the launcher settings. A number of users are going to Google’s support forums and discussing the absence of… Read more…
EU Parliament votes in favour extending electric truck toll exemption
Zero-emission heavy goods vehicles will remain exempt from truck tolls until the end of the year. The EU Commission wants to extend this until 2031 and has now received the green light from the European Parliament. Read more…
