Author: James Bryant

Toyota has entered into a partnership with an electric car charging company called EVgo, to welcome the Toyota bZ4X which will soon be launched in the United States. This partnership allows Toyota bZ4X owners or tenants to get one year of unlimited free charging at all EVgo public charging stations. They will have plenty of choice as the company has more than 800 DC fast charging locations as well as thousands of Level 2 charging stations. These facilities are located in more than 68 metropolitan areas in 35 states. While there are still some gaps in EVgo’s network, the company…

Electric car manufacturer Tesla Inc. recalled 578,607 cars in the United States because the Boombox feature was problematic. The electric cars being recalled are the 2017-2022 Tesla Model S, Tesla Model X, and Model Y as well as the 2020-2022 Model 3. Is it a Boombox feature in Tesla electric cars? The Boombox function allows car sound to play through external speakers while the Tesla electric car is moving. See also: Drag Races Beetwen Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance and Tesla Model S Plaid – Who will win? The Boombox uses a Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) speaker that can be…

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng Motors announces its expansion in Europe targeting the Swedish and Dutch markets, Reuters, Thursday, February 10, 2022. Until recently the only overseas market for Xpeng, which makes the P7 and P5 sedans as well as the G3 and G9 sports vehicles, was Norway. Shipments of the Xpeng electric car for the country began in late 2020. Xpeng said in a statement it would open a showroom in Stockholm this week and would also partner with local car dealer Bilia. They also announced that they had reached an agreement with Swiss vehicle distributor Emil Frey to…

BMW United States of America (USA) is giving consumers two years of free electric charging for new BMW electric cars, including the new BMW iX xDrive50, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50. The agreement is valid from the first day consumers buy a car and can charge electricity for 30 minutes for two years. Customers will have access to more than 3,000 Electrify America chargers across the country. President and CEO, BMW North America, Sebastian Mackensen said that the collaboration with Electrify America is one step towards a sustainable future. See also: Everything You should know about BMW iX xDrive40 and…

The world’s automotive industry is turning to electric vehicles. This makes the alliance of Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Renault plans to increase their investment in producing electric cars. The increasingly massive development of electric vehicles has made the three manufacturers move quickly to deepen this collaboration. The goal is that the alliance can produce 30 electric cars using a new battery system built from the manufacturer’s platform by 2030. This is an additional 10 billion euros that the alliance has spent on electrified vehicles. See also: Nissan plan build new battery recycling factories in the United States and Europe by 2025…

What if the two electric vehicles with the greatest power on the market were pitted against a drag race. DragTimes just shared a video of the quarter-mile drag race between the Tesla Model S Plaid and the Lucid Air Dream Edition P. On paper, the Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance comes with 1,111 hp (828 kW) and the Tesla Model S Plaid with about 1,020 hp (about 760 kW). In terms of vehicle weight, the Lucid Air feels heavier than the Tesla Model S Plaid. Of these, the difference is about 403 lbs or 8% – 5,236 lbs vs 4,833…

A total of 3,000 buses have met global specifications for environmental protection, including 25 percent electric buses. The bus is planned to be deployed to transport spectators during the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup. The move is one of Qatar’s efforts to fulfill its commitment to present the first carbon dioxide-neutral World Cup. Director of Mobility at the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Heritage (SC) Thani Al Zarraa, said that 25 percent of the total targeted buses will run on electricity and the rest will meet global specifications in terms of not affecting the environment. “We have used or tested…

In December NIO launched the latest ET5 mid-size sedan which is touted as a serious challenger to the Tesla Model 3. In its launch, the NIO ET5 is scheduled to be delivered to their consumers in China in September 2022. NIO CEO William Li recently revealed that the Nio ET5 will arrive in Europe and some overseas markets in the spring of 2023. As usual, Norway became the first country in Europe to receive the first delivery of NIO ET5. Previously Norway also became the first country in Europe to have a NIO battery swap station. See also: NIO introduced…

Up-and-coming electric bicycle startup Ignitron Motocorp has launched its second electric motorcycle in India. Known as the Bob-e, this new two-wheeler is specifically designed for the Indian market and targets a younger segment of the population. According to Ignitron, Bob-e aims to elevate the lifestyle of young Indians while preserving the environment. See also: 2022 Valeo 48V electric motorcycle revealed The Bob-e is expected to meet its style quotient and extensive features that will make everyday commuting on an electric motorcycle a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Two color variants will be available for the Bob-e namely black and red, which…

Pininfarina Xingtu electric truck is specially designed for DeepWay, a smart trucking company and is a semi-autonomous vehicle, targeting long-distance logistics operations and cargo delivery in a sustainable and secure manner. The Pininfarina Xingtu electric truck is set up to increase the efficiency of cargo transportation in a sustainable way towards the environment while providing the comfort that drivers need. DeepWay was formed in 2020 and has the backing of Chinese internet powerhouse Baidu. See also: TuSimple successfully operates autonomous trucks running on public roads Pininfarina was commissioned by DeepWay to design the Xingtu concept semi-autonomous truck, which comes with…

Chinese battery and electric car maker BYD is rumored to be announcing three new electric vehicles by 2022. Quoted by Gizmochina, Monday, several media in China have reported about rumors of the upcoming model from the car manufacturer. The leaked information says the electric vehicles will be named BYD Seal, BYD Seagull, and BYD Sea Lion. For the BYD Seal, it will be announced in Q1 2022 in China, with a price rumored to be around 150,000 to 200,000 RMB. This fully electric sedan is aimed at the mid-range market and is claimed to be the unofficial successor to the…

Polestar 2 consists of two electric motors mounted front and rear providing all-wheel drive and being fed by a floor mounted 75 kWh battery pack. Peak power has been rated at 408 PS (300 kW) with 487 lb-ft (660 Nm) of torque. Polestar are quoting a 0-62 mph acceleration time of less than 5 seconds and general performance that should be in the ball park of the Model 3 if not slightly less. An optional performance pack is available at launch which adds some nice adjustable dual-flow valve Ohlins dampers, larger forged 20-inch wheels with big Brembo brakes sitting behind…