Author: David Smith

David Smith is an EV journalist at EVMagz.com, covering global developments in electric vehicle manufacturing, battery technology, charging infrastructure, and clean mobility policy. His reporting focuses on industry trends, technological advances, and the competitive landscape of the international EV market.

In 2012, Tesla introduced an electric car with a 4-door sedan format called the Model S. Over time, the population of Tesla Model S on the streets is increasing in line with the modified version. Not a few are attracted to choose elegant makeup or just look sporty minimalist like this Tesla Model S modification. The exterior of this sporty electric sedan tries to exude a clean impression with a white paint scheme that dominates the entire body. In addition to the calm body color, the visualization of the Model 3 looks cooler with the embedded carbon fiber add-on. Starting…

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Arne Christiani, the mayor of Grünheide, confirmed that Tesla had submitted an application for the expansion of the Giga Berlin, which is in its administrative area. The application submitted is related to the planned development of the east side of the 100-hectare Giga Berlin. “The municipality of Grünheide has punctually received an application to initiate a B-Plan procedure in the immediate vicinity of the current 300-hectare B Plan,” said the mayor of Grünheide, Arne Christiani, i, as reported by RBB News of the expansion of Tesla’s production facility in Berlin began to circulate a few weeks ago. The expansion is…

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Buick Automotive has unveiled a teaser image of the Electra-X electric car concept sport utility vehicle (SUV) developed through GM’s Ultium platform. GM’s Ultium platform used in the car includes Super Cruise driver assistance technology and the Virtual Cockpit System. General Motors in a press release stated that the Buick Electra-X will be introduced for the first time in China in June 2022. The Buick Electra-X offers new technology that demonstrates the future of sustainable mobility. Details regarding the specifications and technology used have not been revealed. GM ensures that the electric SUV will carry a concept with a driving…

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By October 2021, Tesla had produced the latest version of the Model X and did deliver several units to their customers. However, since then several customers have reported that they have experienced eight changes to their delivery schedule. According to Teslarati, some customers who ordered in 2021 received word that their orders that were supposed to arrive in July 2022 will be pushed back from December 2022 to April 2023. It takes approximately two years for customers to wait for their orders. https://twitter.com/ItsKimJava/status/1527299654089486338?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw There may be problems in the production of Tesla Model X and Model S. Because if you…

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CATL will reportedly supply BMW with cylinder cells for production of its electric vehicles from 2025, Reuters reported Saturday (28/5/2022). CATL said it had signed an agreement with BMW. Meanwhile, BMW declined to comment on the contents of the agreement. Under the agreement, CATL will supply batteries for BMW electric vehicles for a decade. CATL is reportedly looking for a location that will later be used to manufacture electric vehicle batteries in the United States. The plant is projected to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles including BMW. The new factory in the United States is expected to start…

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How long can an electric car battery last? Questions about battery life are often raised by new buyers who are switching from cars with internal combustion engines. Electric vehicle batteries do have a lifetime limit. The lithium-ion material used does have a lifespan. Based on internal tests that describe normal use. Electric vehicle batteries can be used for more than 10 years. It’s just that when entering 10 years, the ‘health’ of the battery has decreased. Based on calculations, battery health after more than 10 years is still around 70 percent. This decrease can be said to be very normal…

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Tesla officially expands its expansion into the Thailand market. Tesla Company (Thailand) Ltd has been registered as a new company in Thailand. Tesla had been trying hard to enter the Indian market for years, but plans were put on hold earlier this month. Quoted from the Department of Business Development page, Ministry of Commerce Thailand. Tesla has been officially registered as a company since Wednesday (25/5/2022). Penetration into the Thailand market to sell electric vehicles.. The manufacturer from the United States will also install an energy storage system (ESS) sector system or energy storage system. The appendix does not state that…

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Caofen, a Chinese electric motorcycle manufacturer, plans to enter the European market by offering the F80. Caofen F80 looks very suitable for consumers who like the pleasure of riding on a stylish electric motorcycle. Caofen will enter the French market through Jonway France, a distributor of electric two-wheelers. The Caofen F80 is an electric motorcycle with a strong off-road style and a stylish design. The Caofen F80 takes the form of enduro with agile and athletic capabilities. The Caofen F80 is built using a rigid one-piece frame. Caofen F80 weighs only 75 kilograms. With a light weight makes the Caofen F80…

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Ford has officially delivered the first F-150 Lightning to retail and fleet customers today. The F-150 Lightning is an electric version of the F-150, the best-selling passenger vehicle in the US. The lucky new first owner is a member of F150LightningForum from the state of Michigan. The first owners got their hands on the F-150 Lightning one year after pre-ordering. He ordered Platinum Trim Lightning on May 20, 2021, and the reservation was later converted to an order on January 7, 2022. Orders were placed on April 18, 2022, until five weeks later shipped today, May 26, 2022. Ford CEO…

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Mansory again made shaking his head when dissecting the Ferrari SF90 Stradale. This Ferrari hybrid supercar was overhauled much more radically with the supply of a body kit labeled F9XX. Starting from the front sector, this Ferrari SF90 Stradale brings an aggressive bumper design with aerodynamic sharp splitter inserts. The frightening impression on the fascia is also emphasized by large air intakes and a new hood design that harmonizes with the pull of the front bumper line. Continuing the dramatic effect of the SF90 Stradale are the carbon fiber multi-spoke rims that fill all four fender spaces. The details are…

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Tesla carried out a new software update (2022.16.0.2) for their electric vehicles with several important improvements. The highlight of the update is better navigation energy prediction. This navigational energy prediction will take into account crosswind, headwind, humidity and ambient temperature forecasts to provide a more accurate range estimate. In the latest update, Tesla Cars can automatically apply regular brakes for consistent deceleration when regenerative braking is limited due to battery temperature or charge status. To activate, tap Controls > Pedals & Steering > Apply Brakes When Regenerative Braking Is Limited. The latest update also allows for multiple media accounts such…

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Mercedes-Benz showed off an impressive new feature of the EQG electric car, which is the G-Turn, also known as a tank-like 360-degree turn. The EQG electric concept car is an all-electric version of the premium off-roader G-Wagon. This ability is shown in a new video released by Mercedes-Benz recently. The feature shows the EGQ electric truck turning on its four wheels and creating a vortex of dust that grinds it up. The EQG electric car does the trick using its quad motor powertrain, which allows it to apply torque to each of its four wheels independently. Then, the two sides…

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Stellantis’ subsidiary, Lancia, is officially working on the electric vehicle market by gradually launching three electric cars in segment B. This strategy was carried out by Lancia to catch up with other car companies that had already launched electric cars. This production will also transform Lucia’s transformation into one of Europe’s largest electric car brands. “Lancia is ready to take its first steps towards becoming a respected premium segment brand in Europe,” said Luca Napolitano, Chief Executive Officer of Lancia. Napolitano said, the three electric cars made by Lucia will not be released simultaneously, but in stages. According to the…

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Volvo Trucks has reinvented itself by becoming the first truck manufacturer in the world to introduce the use of fossil-free steel materials in the chassis of Volvo’s heavy-duty electric trucks. Manufactured by the Swedish steel company SSAB, the fossil-free steel uses technology based on hydrogen. As a result, the use of such steel will have a much lower impact on the climate than conventional steel. Jessica Sandström, Senior Vice President of Product Management at Volvo Trucks, said that the first fossil-free steel produced with hydrogen will be used in the chassis rails of the truck precisely in the backbone of…

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Stellantis and Samsung SDI announced they would build a battery factory in Indiana, said a source briefed on the matter. The construction of the battery factory is part of the Stellantis Group’s plan to increase the production of electric vehicles. The company announced in October that it signed a memorandum of understanding to form a joint venture for the production of lithium ion electric vehicle batteries in North America. The battery factory is targeted to start operating in 2025 with an initial annual production capacity of 23 gigawatt hours. The capacity of the battery factory is expected to increase to…

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Citroen will launch a C3-based compact electric car for the Indian market in 2023, according to Stellantis group CEO Carlos Tavares. After that will be followed by electric MPV and compact SUV. In the Indian market, Citroen only sells the C5 Aircross and that too in limited quantities. To add to Citroen portfolio in the Indian Market, Stellantis launched the C3 hatchback in July and a new segment of compact EVs, to be released in 2023. The second most populous village in the world, India is a promising market for Citroen . To that end, Citroën wants to increase the…

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Japanese automaker Honda is expected to introduce its Prologue SUV in North America sometime in 2024. In a recent development, the brand has released teaser images of this upcoming vehicle, highlighting important design details. The image shows that the car will have sleek LED headlights, roof rails, and door-mounted ORVM, among other highlights. This car will be powered by an electric powertrain. The Prologue will be the product of a joint effort between Honda and General Motors and will be based on General Motors’ Ultium modular electric car architecture. This car is expected to offer a good look, many features,…

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Cybersecurity company NCC Group, based in Manchester, England, said that millions of digital keys embedded in Tesla Inc vehicles could easily be broken into only with a bluetooth system. This became known to the public after the NCC Group company uploaded a video to Reuters, in which one of the researchers, Sultan Qasim Khan, can be seen conducting a vulnerability test on the security system of the Tesla Inc vehicle’s digital lock application. Qasim Khan easily cracked the bluetooth technology on a digital lock, just by using a small relay device attached to a laptop. The device is used to…

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Serial 1 has just announced the second generation of its premium e-bike lineup with app updates. Serial 1 itself is a premium electric bicycle company from Harley-Davidson. Its position is almost the same as Livewire which is an electric motorcycle brand from Harley-Davidson. The updated e-bike has a number of new software features following Serial 1’s partnership with Google Cloud. The Serial 1 was the first to integrate Google’s software products into its vehicles. The Serial 1 e-bike includes software that allows riders to track their rides, collect data, and significantly improve safety and security. This will be an added…

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Lancia announced their electrification strategy that plans to be all electric by 2026. All models from the Stellantis subsidiary will be pure electric vehicles from 2026. Starting in 2028, the brand wants to sell 100% electric cars exclusively. Lancia will launch its first car with an electric powertain in early 2024. The pioneer electric model is the Lancia Ypsilon which has a length of four meters, entering the B-segment sedan with a hatchback. The Lancia Ypsilon will be exclusively electric. In 2026, electric vehicle models will follow with a length of about 4.60 meters. However, Lancia has not named the…

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