Vishay Intertechnology has introduced the MKP1848e, an AEC-Q200 qualified, metallized polypropylene film capacitor engineered for demanding automotive, energy, and industrial environments. The MKP1848e capacitor, which supports operation at temperatures up to 125 °C, is designed to withstand harsh operational and environmental stresses, making it suitable for EV powertrain applications. The MKP1848e offers rated capacitance values… Read more…
Webinar: Mastering HIL for fast-switching power electronics
This webinar is dedicated to the simulation of power electronics in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments, with a special focus on the challenges posed by fast-switching semiconductor devices and high switching frequencies in automotive systems. Join us session at our September Virtual Conference, presented by dSpace, to discover how real-time models with nanosecond time steps and PWM… Read more…
What Tesla CEO Elon Musk Needs For A Trillion-Dollar Pay Package
Plus, we discuss layoffs at Rivian ahead of the R2 launch and a massive immigration raid at Hyundai’s EV factory in Georgia. Lire la suite…
First Volvo ES90 rolls off the production line in China
Production of the Volvo ES90 has begun in Chengdu, China. The first examples of the electric luxury saloon with 800-volt technology are set to be delivered to customers in Europe before the end of this year. Read more…
What EVs Have Apple CarPlay?
Because iPhone connectivity is sometimes all that matters. Lire la suite…
BMW’s future arrives: iX3 debuts with 805 km range
BMW is going through a major shift in its approach to electric cars with the debut of the 2026 iX3. This is the first model built on the company’s brand-new “Neue Klasse” platform, a foundation that will underpin the company’s cars in the near future. The new iX3 electric SUV arrives with a fresh design, a radical new interior, and… Read more…
UK car and van market shrinks in August as EVs hit record shares
UK new car and van registrations fell again in August, but battery electric models surged. BEVs reached a record 26.5% share in cars and 13.0% in vans – both the highest this year – supported by fleet demand, expanding model choice, and new government grants ahead of a crucial September. Read more…
Luckeep M5 Ultra e-bike review: Dual motors, dual batteries, and dual fun!
If you’ve been following the world of high-powered e-bikes, you’ve probably noticed the line between e-bike and light electric motorcycle getting thinner every year. The Luckeep M5 Ultra is one of those machines that sits right on that dividing line: a motorcycle-inspired electric bike with full suspension, two big hub motors, and a speed and range that will make your average commuter e-bike blush. I’ve been testing the bike to see what it’s really like in the real world, and let me tell you… this thing is a beast. Read more…
Porsche EVs get Tesla Supercharger access via adapter
Porsche today announced that its EV owners would be able to access the 23,500-strong Supercharger network stations via an adapter starting September 9th.. Read more…
Meet the new BMW iX3: A 500-mile range EV with ultra-fast charging and much more
We are finally getting our first look at the future of BMW. The iX3 is “a massive leap” from BMW’s current vehicles with nearly 500 miles of range, ultra-fast charging, and the brand’s advanced new tech. And that’s just the start. The BMW iX3 kicks off a new era for the German luxury brand. Read more…
Geely Galaxy debuts Starshine 6 hybrid sedan with ultra-low fuel consumption
Geely Galaxy said the Starshine 6 achieves 100-km fuel consumption in the 2L level, the world’s lowest.
The model offers a battery range of up to 125 km.
Renault and Geely showcase range extenders for electric vehicle platforms
Horse Powertrain, the joint venture between Renault and Geely for combustion engines, is presenting the Horse C15 at IAA Mobility; a compact range extender developed for the (retrospective) hybridisation of battery electric vehicle platforms. Read more…
Tesla’s ‘Master Plan IV’: A Path To ‘Abundance’, Or AI Slop?
We examine Elon Musk’s latest plan for Tesla, such as it is. Plus: hear from an InsideEVs reporter how the Slate Truck is progressing. Lire la suite…
Final round of funding for Scottish EV charging scheme
The Scottish government has just awarded £6.3m to eight local authorities to help grow public charging in the south of Scotland. It’s the final round of funding to come from the £30m Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund. Read more…
17 new fuel cell buses for city of Pasadena
The Californian city of Pasadena has just authorised the purchase of 17 new fuel cell electric buses. They’re expected to enter service in spring 2027. Read more…
Gebrüder Weiss adds 14 electric trucks to its fleet in Austria
Logistics service provider Gebrüder Weiss is expanding its electric truck fleet in Austria. Two new Mercedes eActros 600 trucks are now in service at the company’s headquarters in Lauterach, transporting general cargo. By the end of 2025, 14 new electric trucks are expected to be in service. Read more…
Denmark boosts electric truck fund to €47m
The Danish government has just increased the amount of funding available for its heavy transport electrification scheme. Logistics companies can now apply for up to 4 million Danish kroner (€535k) each to invest in electric trucks and charging infrastructure. Read more…
Denmark boosts electric truck fund to €47m
The Danish government has just increased the amount of funding available for its heavy transport electrification scheme. Logistics companies can now apply for up to 4 million Danish kroner (€535k) each to invest in electric trucks and charging infrastructure. Read more…
‘The Lights Aren’t Flashing!’: Dallas Woman Buys Hummer EV. Then She Tries to Charge It
Using a Tesla charging station can lead to anxiety at the plug Lire la suite…
New BMW iX3 China-exclusive edition to debut this year, deliveries to start in summer 2026
The China-exclusive BMW iX3 will incorporate large language models and driver assistance technologies co-developed by BMW and its Chinese partners.
The new BMW iX3, the first Neue Klasse production model, will be launch in Europe in spring 2026 and in the US in summer 2026.
