EV News

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  UK drivers get green light for lamp post EV chargers

  UK Power Networks has given the green light for older lampposts to be turned into electric vehicle charging points. This move will help more drivers charge their cars, especially in areas where people can't park off the street.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2024, 10:04 a.m.
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  bp pulse teams up with LAZ parking in the USA to build chargers

  LAZ Parking and bp pulse are joining forces to bring ultra-fast charging to parking lots across the United States. The two companies have agreed to work together to set up and run charging hubs at LAZ-managed locations.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 18, 2024, 2:08 p.m.
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  Norway sees electric cars outnumber petrol models

  In Norway, electric cars have surpassed the number of petrol-powered vehicles for the first time. According to the Road Traffic Information Council (OFV), there are now 754,303 electric cars compared to 753,905 petrol cars among a total of 2.8 million passenger vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 18, 2024, 1:27 p.m.
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  Isuzu kicks off production of the NRR-EV electric truck

  Isuzu announced the official start of production for its new electric truck cab and chassis, the Isuzu NRR-EV. The production of the Isuzu NRR-EV has already begun in Charlotte, Michigan.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 18, 2024, 1:04 p.m.
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  Latest spy shots reveal the interior of Xiaomi's electric SUV

  Xiaomi's getting ready to roll out a new electric SUV. Photos of the upcoming vehicle have popped up online, showing it's got a lot in common with the company's SU7 sedan.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 17, 2024, 5:37 p.m.
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  Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron off-road prototype spotted testing

  Audi got heads turning with a beefed-up Q6 Sportback e-tron prototype spotted during recent testing. The electric vehicle looked ready to tackle some serious off-road action.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 17, 2024, 11:57 a.m.
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  Renault Estafette Concept is a compact and spacious all-electric van for urban use

  Renault has brought back a blast from the past with its new electric Estafette concept van. The French automaker unveiled this retro-inspired vehicle as a preview of a production model set to hit the streets in 2026.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 17, 2024, 10:16 a.m.
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  Chinese Authorities Unveil Mini Cooper JCW E Ahead of Fall Debut

  Mini is preparing to launch its new JCW lineup this fall, but China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has leaked details about the upcoming electric Mini Cooper JCW E.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 16, 2024, 2:35 p.m.
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  Here’s Our Best Look Yet at the Production Version of Toyota’s bZ3C EV

  The production-spec Toyota bZ3C is closely resembles the prototype shown five months ago, with production slated to begin in late 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 16, 2024, 1:35 p.m.
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  GM Could Use Chinese Battery Cells Manufactured by Japanese Brand in U.S.

  General Motors (GM) is looking into new ways to get batteries for its electric vehicles. The car giant might team up with TDK Corp, a Japanese company, to make batteries in the United States using technology from CATL, a Chinese firm.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 16, 2024, 10:15 a.m.
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  Stellantis to pause production of the electric Fiat 500e

  Stellantis has decided to pause production of the electric Fiat 500e for four weeks. The company will stop making it starting Friday due to slow demand and a lack of orders in the European market.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 13, 2024, 3:13 p.m.
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  First retail production fully electric 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ to be auctioned at Barrett-Jackson

  Cadillac will auction off its first Escalade IQ at the Scottsdale Fall Auction in October. The proceeds from the sale will go to the Detroit Children's Fund, with 100% of the hammer price donated to the charity.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 13, 2024, 12:11 p.m.
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  China Becomes First Country To Hit 1 Million Monthly EV Sales

  China has hit a major milestone in the electric vehicle (EV) market. The country sold over 1 million EVs in August 2024, making it the first nation to reach this monthly sales figure. This achievement marks a 33% increase compared to the same period last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 13, 2024, 10:28 a.m.
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  Factorial Energy and Mercedes-Benz present solid-state battery

  Factorial’s all-solid-state battery Solstice achieves a high energy density that can extend EV range up to 80% and unlocks a more sustainable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective battery production process.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 11, 2024, 2:59 p.m.
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  Lucid teases third model: A Midsize crossover set for 2026

  Lucid has unveiled a glimpse of its upcoming third model, a midsize crossover, aimed at mainstream consumers with a starting price below $50,000. This new SUV will sit below the Air sedan and Gravity SUV in the lineup, signaling Lucid’s move toward broader market appeal.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 11, 2024, 10:35 a.m.
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  Upgraded 2025 BYD Han Debuts in China: PHEV and EV Models Now Unified

  BYD has launched the updated 2025 Han in China, introducing enhanced technology and improved performance while slightly lowering the starting price.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 10, 2024, 6:07 p.m.
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  Sharp unveils "LDK+" EV electric minivan with 65-inch rear display

  Sharp and Foxconn have teamed up to create a new electric minivan concept called the LDK+. The companies showed off their creation at the Sharp Tech-Day 24 exhibition in Tokyo on September 17-18, 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 10, 2024, 10:04 a.m.
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  Tesla Robotaxi to Feature Unique Charging Tech

  Tesla’s upcoming robotaxi may feature wireless EV charging technology that no other automaker has perfected yet.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 9, 2024, 3:46 p.m.
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  Toyota Slashes EV Production Target By 33%, Report Says

  Toyota has cut its electric vehicle production targets by a third. The Japanese automaker will now aim to produce 400,000 EVs in 2025 and 1 million in 2026, down from previous goals.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 9, 2024, 3:04 p.m.
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  Volkswagen Shows ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE at the ID. Meeting

  Volkswagen's bringing back a fan favorite with a modern twist. The company unveiled the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE at a special event in Locarno, Switzerland. This new electric car pays homage to the legendary Golf Fire and Ice from the 1990s.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 9, 2024, 1:32 p.m.