The 2026 Ram Ramcharger is the first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) from Stellantis. In a way it’s a bridge between the familiar power of gasoline engines and the innovative world of electric cars. Ready to hit dealerships in the latter half of 2025 as a 2026 model, the Ramcharger has impressive specs and a unique approach to electric vehicles. Ram’s… Read more…
SAIC & Huawei announce fuel cell development cooperation
In China, SAIC and Huawei want to cooperate in the development of electric cars and plug-in hybrids. Under the agreement, the two companies will work together in the areas of product definition, production, supply chain management, sales and services. Read more…
Tesla launches limited Full Self-Driving in China to mixed reviews
Tesla has launched a limited version of its Full Self-Driving features in China to mixed reviews as it’s still far from what was promised. Read more…
Toyota’s new EV is almost here and it looks surprisingly stylish
Toyota is about to launch its next all-electric vehicle, and it already looks like an upgrade from its current lineup. With a “sleek and stylish design,” the new EV is part of Toyota’s plan to attract more buyers. Here’s our first look at what’s coming. Read more…
Engwe LE20 Review: Can this budget electric cargo bike hang with the big boys?
The Engwe LE20 is an interesting take on the cargo e-bike format. It’s marketed as a budget-friendly utility e-bike that can handle hauling groceries, gear, or even a passenger. At the same time, it looks like a cross between a compact cargo bike and a semi-fat tire hybrid-style bike, with a chunky frame, small wheels, and a long rear rack. But how does it actually perform in the real world? After spending some time riding and testing it, here’s what I found. Read more…
Toyota Finally Has An ‘All-New’ EV Coming Soon
This is likely the production version of the 2022 bZ SUV Concept designed to slot under the bZ4X in the lineup. Read more…
Milence installs its first MCS charger in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges
The first publicly available MCS chargers installed by Milence at its charging hub in Belgium come from Power Electronics. There are now a total of two MCS chargers at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges location. Read more…
Here’s How The Ramcharger’s Range-Extended EV Powertrain Works
Three modes of operation allow the driver to choose when and how to use the truck’s two power sources. Read more…
New standard helps companies comply with EU digital battery passport requirement
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) and the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (DKE) have published a new standard to help companies implement the mandatory EU-wide digital battery passport, which comes into effect in February 2027. The standard, DIN DKE SPEC 99100, “Requirements for Data Attributes of the Battery Passport,” provides practical… Read more…
Tesla Automation wants to take over parts of Manz
Tesla subsidiary Tesla Automation GmbH wants to take over more than 300 employees from the insolvent mechanical engineering company Manz and some production facilities in Reutlingen near Stuttgart in southern Germany. With the takeover, Tesla Automation would grow to four locations. Read more…
Bosch presents 800 V electric drive for construction machinery
At the Bauma trade fair, Bosch is presenting a newly developed 800-volt electric drive for construction machinery. The drive system consists of the Bosch SMG230 electric motor and a particularly efficient inverter with silicon carbide power modules. Read more…
BYD to launch Atto 2 compact SUV in France, starting at $30,440
The compact SUV was presented on Tuesday at the La Défense Arena in Paris.
The Atto 2 will start at 28,990 euros ($30,440) in France.
Dachser adds twelve MAN eTGX electric trucks to fleet
Logistics service provider Dachser has put twelve fully electric MAN eTGX trucks into service. With the special ultra-lowliner semitrailer tractors, Dachser can now expand its growing fleet of electric trucks in the area of volume transport with so-called ‘mega trailers.’ Read more…
Voyah kicks off research on its 3rd-gen solid state battery tech
Voyah’s third-generation solid-state battery will maintain an energy density of 300 Wh/kg, but with an increased charging multiplier of 3 to 5 C.
The solid-state battery has zero electrolyte content and can operate over an extremely wide temperature range.
Daimler Truck subjects the eActros 600 to final winter tests
Daimler Truck’s eActros 600 heavy-duty electric truck has been rolling off the production line since November. Nevertheless, the manufacturer sent two vehicles on a winter test drive across Scandinavia – and brought back some interesting measurements on energy consumption on ice and snow. Read more…
January figures: EV sales up by a third across the EU
Sales of battery-electric cars in the European Union increased by 34 per cent in January compared to the same month last year. After a year of decline in 2024, this could send a signal for the year ahead. Germany leads the way with a good 50 per cent growth. Read more…
Bollinger Motors partners with EO Charging to provide fleet electrification solutions
EV manufacturer Bollinger Motors, a subsidiary of Mullen Automotive, has partnered with fleet charging specialist EO Charging to offer comprehensive electrification solutions for Bollinger’s commercial fleet customers. EO Charging will deliver its “full charge assurance solution,” including charger installation, a complete tech stack and 24/7 support—the company promises an uptime greater than 99%. The company… Read more…
zepp.solutions to supply fuel cells for river cruise ship hydrogen project
The Dutch fuel cell system developer and integrator zepp.solutions has been selected as the supplier of fuel cell systems for the NERA-H2 project. The project will retrofit existing river cruise ships with a propulsion system based on hydrogen fuel cells. Read more…
Solid-state battery: Adden Energy produces sample cells for OEMs
The solid-state battery developer Adden Energy, founded by scientists from Harvard University, has commissioned a pilot production line. The young company produces sample cells, which are sent to car manufacturers, among others, for testing. Read more…
Here’s how in-wheel motors could cut EV cost, boost range 20%
In-wheel motor maker Elaphe doesn’t see issues with durability or unsprung mass “Vehicle-level” integration of tech could bring 20% cheaper vehicles, 20% efficiency boost Elaphe is targeting 95% efficiency on a battery-to-wheel basis by 2030 If you took a quick look at the display stand for Slovenia’s Elaphe Propulsion Technologies at CES… Read more…
