Author: Benedict Mcdaniel

Taiwan’s Foxconn, the electronics manufacturer, announced on Monday that it has hired Jun Seki as its Chief Strategy Officer for Electric Vehicles. Seki, a former executive of Nissan and Nidec, brings a wealth of experience and industry expertise to Foxconn. Seki was previously seen as a top contender for the CEO position at Nissan, where he spent three decades, including a role as head of the China division. Despite his impressive career, he was eventually passed over for the position and went on to join motor maker Nidec in 2020. See also: Nidec invests $715 million to build Mexico plant…

The electric vehicle manufacturer, Rivian, made its mark on the industry with the launch of its electric adventure truck, the R1T, and its SUV counterpart, the R1S, in 2021. The brand has garnered much attention for its impressive off-road capabilities and design. One of Rivian’s notable accomplishments is when an R1T truck provided power to an operating room during a power outage. To cater to pet owners, Rivian introduced the Pet Comfort feature which enables drivers to regulate the cabin temperature before leaving their vehicles, ensuring the comfort and safety of their furry companions. This feature was highly requested by…

Ford has reduced the prices of its Mustang Mach-E electric crossover SUV by up to $5,900 per vehicle. This action follows Tesla’s recent global price cuts of up to 20% on its electric vehicles, putting pressure on other electric vehicle manufacturers to respond. “Ford just cut Mustang EV prices in response to Tesla’s price cut. Mini price war about to begin with EVs in the US with Tesla’s shot across the bow on price cuts,” said Dan Ives, an analyst at Wedbush Securities, on Twitter. This move has made at least one version of the Mach-E eligible for a $7,500…

City Transformer, an Israeli electric vehicle startup, is aiming to launch production of its compact CT-2 model in Western Europe by the end of 2024 and will soon launch a Series B funding round to raise $50 million, the company said on Monday. The CEO, Asaf Formoza, revealed that the company has selected a factory for initial annual production of 15,000 vehicles, but declined to disclose its location. The additional funds the startup is raising should help speed up series production, Formoza added. See also: Citroen Ami : small urban EV costs less than £8,000 The CT-2, with a range…

Contipark, a parking operator, and E.ON, an energy company, have signed a cooperation agreement to install over 4,000 charging points in Germany and Austria between 2023 and 2025. The project will include AC wall boxes with a capacity of up to 22 kW. The first charging point is expected to go into operation in February in Düsseldorf, where Contipark has six car parks. On average, 30 charging points will be installed per property, totaling 150 equipped Contipark facilities. E.ON Drive will provide full service for the charging points, while Contipark will provide high-traffic locations. The companies plan to offer joint…

Zenobē officially opened its new Innovation Centre in Portsmouth with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Rt Hon. Penny Mordaunt MP. The facility will serve as a hub for breaking down barriers to fleet electrification, allowing fleet operators to transition smoothly to EVs. The Centre, located in the Railway Triangle Industrial Estate, will test a range of EV charging solutions to determine the most cost-effective and optimal options for fleet operators. It will also spur innovation in the electric transport sector by simulating the complexities of depot charging, with the ability to charge multiple EVs and buses at once, connected to…