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Segway has introduced the E150S eScooter, an upgraded model designed for urban commuting, featuring a more powerful motor and expandable battery capacity. The vehicle, classified as an L1e-B category scooter, is set to launch in Europe in the second half of 2025. The E150S is equipped with a 2.7 kW nominal (3.6 kW peak) motor, enabling a top speed of 45 kph. It comes with a 74V 27 Ah lithium-ion battery, offering a range of up to 60 km based on the WMTC estimate. See also: Segway GT3 Pro SuperScooter Unveiled with Dual Motors and Advanced Features Riders can extend…

Chinese automaker BYD launched its latest electric SUV, the Sealion 7, at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2025 on Thursday, marking its official entry into the country’s growing EV market. The Sealion 7, already available in several neighboring markets, comes in two variants: the Premium model, priced from IDR 629 million ($39,700), and a higher-performance version at IDR 719 million ($45,400) on-the-road Jakarta. “Thank you to consumers in Indonesia. Today, we officially launch the BYD Sealion 7,” said Eagle Zhao, President Director of PT BYD Motor Indonesia, at the event in JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta. See also: BYD CEO: Chinese…

Poppy Mobility, Belgium’s leading car-sharing and rental operator, is introducing remote-driving technology for rental vehicle deliveries in a first for the country. In collaboration with Ush, a Belgian developer of autonomous and remote-controlled vehicle solutions, the initiative will see vehicles delivered remotely to customers at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges. See also: German Remote Driving Company Vay Expands Operations in Las Vegas Through the Poppy app, users will be able to request rental cars, which will be remotely driven to their location in real-time by Ush’s technology. Upon arrival, customers can either drive the vehicle themselves or opt for a remote…

Acura remains committed to an all-electric future but is acknowledging that hybrid models may play a role in its transition, as the broader automotive industry adapts to shifting consumer demand and infrastructure challenges. The luxury division of Honda had initially projected that 60% of its sales would be electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030. However, the company is now taking a more flexible approach. “Our long-term plan is to sell all-electric vehicles, but we are very flexible on what that path looks like,” said Mike Langel, Acura’s assistant vice president of national sales, in an interview with Auto News. “It could…

The Honda Prologue has been recognized as the “Best Electric 5-Passenger SUV” for 2025 by Parents magazine. Honda’s first all-electric SUV, the Prologue, has made a strong impact in the U.S. market, becoming the #2 best-selling electric SUV during the second half of 2024. This award highlights the vehicle’s family-friendly design, advanced technology, and spacious interior, reinforcing Honda’s commitment to providing reliable and innovative vehicles. See also: Honda Prologue EV Sales Surge to Over 33,000 Units in 2024, Setting New Records Parents magazine’s expert panel evaluated over 180 vehicles for its Best Family Cars Awards, assessing criteria such as safety,…

Segway has introduced the GT3 Pro SuperScooter, a high-performance folding e-scooter set to launch in the US and Europe later this year. The GT3 Pro, revealed alongside the GT3 (also called GT3 E) at CES 2025, is positioned as a premium model with cutting-edge technology and enhanced capabilities. The GT3 Pro is equipped with a powerful 7,000W dual-motor system, significantly outperforming the 2,400W motor of the standard GT3. This setup enables the GT3 Pro to reach a top speed of 49.7 mph (80 kph) in just 3.9 seconds. See also: Segway Ninebot ZT3 Pro Electric Scooters to Launch in Europe…

China has made significant strides in boosting its lithium reserves, propelling the country from sixth place to second globally. The nation’s share of the world’s lithium resources has grown from 6% to an impressive 16.5%, following a series of key discoveries throughout the country. Among the most notable findings is a large spodumene-type lithium belt stretching 2,800 kilometers across the West Kunlun-Songpan-Ganzi area. This belt alone is estimated to contain more than 6.5 million tons of confirmed spodumene, with further exploration suggesting the potential for much larger reserves. China’s salt lake lithium deposits have also seen significant growth, with new…

TuSimple Holdings announced on Thursday its rebranding to CreateAI and a strategic shift from autonomous trucking to artificial intelligence applications in gaming and animation. The decision comes as the company seeks to explore new opportunities following a period of regulatory scrutiny and operational challenges. CEO Cheng Lu stated in an interview with Reuters that the transition builds on the company’s existing AI capabilities. CreateAI plans to utilize its newly developed AI model, Ruyi, to produce and publish video game and anime content. The company’s business plan highlights the global gaming market’s estimated value of $200 billion in 2023 as a…

Countries worldwide need to accelerate their efforts in energy efficiency to meet the global 2030 targets, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said in a report, emphasizing that current progress falls short of the goal set at COP28 for doubling energy efficiency improvements by 2030. The IEA’s Energy Efficiency 2024 report indicated that global primary energy intensity, a key measure of efficiency, is expected to improve by only 1% in 2024, mirroring the rate seen in 2023. This figure remains significantly below the 4% annual improvement needed to stay on track. “Energy efficiency has such a vital role to cut bills,…

Lucid has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, revealing revenue of $200.6 million, surpassing Wall Street expectations. The electric vehicle maker has also secured an additional $1.5 billion from its majority shareholder, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). Despite the revenue boost from higher production and deliveries, Lucid reported a net loss of $643 million for the quarter. The company, however, remains optimistic about its prospects and continues to target the production of approximately 9,000 vehicles by the end of the year. Lucid ended the quarter with around $4.28 billion in liquidity, which includes the new…

BYD reported another record month for new energy vehicle (NEV) sales in July, driven by strong growth in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales. The company sold 342,383 NEVs in July, surpassing its previous record in June. This marks a 30.60% increase from 262,161 units in the same period last year and a 0.21% rise from 341,658 units in June. BYD ceased production and sales of vehicles powered solely by internal combustion engines in March 2022, shifting its focus to PHEVs and battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The company’s NEV lineup includes both passenger cars and commercial vehicles. In July, BYD…

Volvo Cars revised its full-year retail sales forecast on Thursday, citing European tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) manufactured in China impacting one of its key electric models until production shifts to Belgium. Despite reporting stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, Volvo adjusted its sales growth forecast for the year to 12%-15% from the previous 15%. “It’s really driven by tariffs,” CEO Jim Rowan told Reuters. “It’s a short term issue for us, but it is an issue and we’re just going to have to deal with that.” Rowan emphasized the uncertainty surrounding the growth forecast, stating, “We wanted to put a floor on…