EV News

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  Production version of the new Renault 4 EV captured shortly before its premiere

  The camouflaged prototype reveals some key design elements ahead of its official debut at the Paris Motor Show on October 14, 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 24, 2024, 3:55 p.m.
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  MAN and E.ON open first site of their truck charging network

  MAN and E.ON have opened their first electric truck charging site in Berlin-Wildau, Germany. The facility marks the beginning of a new network of charging points for electric trucks across Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 20, 2024, 5:04 p.m.
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  Peugeot 3008 and 5008 get new PHEV and long-range EV versions

  Peugeot added new versions to its 3008 and 5008 lineup. The car maker now offers plug-in hybrid and longer-range electric options for both models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 20, 2024, 9:48 a.m.
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  Hyundai Staria transformed into Iveco eMoovy all-electric LCV

  Iveco and Hyundai have joined forces to bring a new electric van to Europe. The Iveco eMoovy, a rebadged version of the Hyundai Staria, marks the first electric offering in the 2.5-3.5 ton light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2024, 4:06 p.m.
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  Maxus eTerron 9: 436 hp electric pickup truck for Europe

  MAXUS has unveiled the eTerron 9, a new electric pickup truck, at IAA Hannover. The company, owned by SAIC, aims to enter the European market with this larger-than-average offering.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2024, 1:42 p.m.
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  GM EV owners get access to Tesla Superchargers if they buy an adapter for $225

  GM electric vehicle owners can now plug into Tesla's Supercharger network. The catch? They'll need to buy a $225 adapter first.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2024, 1:15 p.m.
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  Ford CEO Jim Farley called Chinese EVs an "existential threat" after a secret test drive

  Ford's top executives got a shock when they test drove a Chinese electric SUV. CEO Jim Farley and CFO John Lawler couldn't believe how advanced the technology was in a vehicle made by Changan Automobile.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Sept. 19, 2024, 11:25 a.m.
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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.