Author: David Smith

Tesla has reportedly sent emails to Canadian customers who had placed orders for the Fremont-made Model Y Long Range, informing them that their orders have been canceled. According to Drive Tesla Canada, the email states that the ordered configuration is no longer available, although it does not specify which configuration that refers to. Affected customers will receive a refund of their deposit. However, Tesla is providing an alternative option for Canadian customers by allowing them to switch their orders to other available configurations. This includes the newly introduced Model Y Long Range manufactured at Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory in China. The…

BYD Launches Five Electric Cars in the French Market Chinese automaker BYD is set to introduce five electric cars to the French market, marking the beginning of its expansion in the country. Collaborating with four major dealer networks for sales, BYD aims to establish 15 to 20 sales locations across France in partnership with its dealers before the end of this year, with a long-term goal of reaching 100 locations. The first batch of BYD vehicles will be supplied to dealers this month, and sales are scheduled to commence shortly thereafter. While BYD has mentioned three dealer groups by name—BYmyCAR,…

Toyota, a leading automotive company, has announced a significant investment of nearly $50 million in a state-of-the-art battery laboratory. The facility will be constructed at Toyota Motor North America’s (TMNA) research and development headquarters in York Township and is set to commence operations in 2025. According to Shinichi Yasui, Vice President at TMNA Research and Development, this substantial investment reflects Toyota’s strategic shift towards electrification. The primary objective of the new laboratory is to assess the development of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) at various stages, from cell to package. This initiative aims to support Toyota’s battery plant in North…

French oil and gas corporation TotalEnergies has reached an agreement with the city of Berlin to install up to 500 public AC charge points over the next three years. These charging stations will have a capacity of 11 kW and will be operated by TotalEnergies until 2030. The partnership, known as the “Berliner Modell,” was announced during the inauguration of the first charging station on Babelsberger Straße 46 in Berlin-Schöneberg. The installation and operation of the charging points will be carried out in collaboration with the Berlin Senate and the local grid operator, Stromnetz Berlin. The stations will not only…

Volvo has made a groundbreaking entry into the electric vehicle market with the launch of its first entry-level electric car, the Volvo EX30. The company surprised customers and competitors alike with a price that sets a new benchmark. The online launch event took place in the UK, marking the first market for the release. Volvo CEO Jim Rowan confirmed that the Volvo EX30 has been released on schedule, as previously announced in December, during a video published on YouTube. The video, which showcased the compact-sized car, emphasized the idea that small changes can make a big difference and have a…

Lucid Group, a luxury electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer based in the United States, is making preparations to enter the largest auto market in the world, China. The head of Lucid’s China operations, Zhu Jiang, confirmed that the company is gearing up to enter the Chinese market. While Lucid plans to initially sell imported cars in China, there is also consideration being given to local production, although no specific details were provided. Zhu, who has extensive experience in the auto industry and previously worked at Jidu Motor and Ford Motor, expressed that Lucid’s entrance into the Chinese market would be facilitated…

General Motors (GM) has recently announced its decision to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its electric vehicles (EVs) starting in 2025. This move signifies a significant departure from the prevailing trend, where most automakers, apart from Tesla, have been utilizing the Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors. Last month, Ford also revealed its plans to embrace the NACS, and now GM is following suit. In addition to announcing the transition to NACS, GM has unveiled a collaboration with Tesla, which will enable GM owners to access over 12,000 Superchargers. However, this integration will not be immediate, as the…

Aston Martin’s Chairman, Lawrence Stroll, has confirmed that the luxury car manufacturer is on track to release its first-ever series-production battery-electric vehicle (BEV) in 2026. Stroll’s statement, reported by Autocar, suggests that Aston Martin is not heavily prioritizing electric vehicles (EVs) but instead focusing on plug-in hybrids. During an interview, Stroll revealed that there is not a significant demand for BEVs among Aston Martin’s customer base. However, he assured that the forthcoming battery-powered Aston Martin will be an entirely new product built on a fresh platform, rather than simply retrofitting batteries into an existing design. Chief Creative Officer Mark Reichman…

Italian automaker Fiat is gearing up for a brand overhaul in the United States as it prepares to reintroduce its popular electric car, the Fiat 500e. The move is seen as an attempt to challenge Tesla’s dominance in the rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market. Fiat has experienced a significant decline in sales over the past few years, prompting analysts to believe that a new, affordable, and distinctive EV like the revamped 500e could help reshape the brand’s image. Having been a part of the North American market since the early 1900s, Fiat has had a tumultuous history with several…

Michigan-based Battery Technology Company, Our Next Energy (ONE), is advocating for the use of two battery packs in electric vehicles (EVs) as a means to achieve longer ranges. Collaborating with BMW, ONE is incorporating its dual-chemistry battery, known as Gemini, into BMW’s iX electric SUV. The latest information sheds light on the potential benefits of ONE’s patented technology. Gemini, with a capacity of 185 kilowatt hours, boasts an impressive claimed range of 600 miles. The battery consists of a smaller lithium iron phosphate (LFP) unit for daily driving, offering 150 miles of range, and a larger range-extending battery capable of…

Gotion High-Tech, a Chinese battery cell manufacturer and partner of Volkswagen, is considering the construction of a large battery cell factory in Morocco. The specific timeline for the project’s construction and production launch is still unclear. A letter of intent has already been signed by Gotion and the Moroccan government, outlining a potential investment of 65 billion dirhams (approximately 6 billion euros) for a battery cell factory with an annual capacity of 100 gigawatt-hours. This significant investment is expected to create over 25,000 job opportunities, according to the organizers. Typically, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) serves as the initial step…

A recent study conducted by iSeeCars has shed light on the average annual mileage of three-year-old electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States. The findings indicate that EV owners drive significantly fewer miles than their counterparts who own internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. On average, owners of three-year-old EVs cover approximately 9,059 miles (14,579 km) per year, which is over 3,000 miles (4,828 km) or 29 percent less than the average mileage of ICE vehicle owners. Even the most driven three-year-old EVs fall short of the average mileage covered by the owners of ICE vehicles of the same age, with…