Author: James Bryant

Kenya is set to become the first country in East Africa to establish an electric bus lane thanks to a $377 million funding package from a consortium of European agencies. The deal sees the EU provide $48.79 million in grants, while the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the French Development Agency (AFD) will jointly support the project with $255.64 million. The electric bus lane will run from the Kenyan capital, Nairobi’s Kenyatta National Hospital, to Haile Selassie Avenue into the Central Business District, continuing on Racecourse Road to Ring Road Ngara to Juja Road, before finally ending in Dandora. The…

Ohme, a UK-based smart charging company, has recently announced its partnership with Audi in the UK. The agreement sees Audi recommending Ohme chargers for all its electrified vehicle sales, with an Ohme Home Pro charger displayed in showrooms for customers to view. The partnership aims to introduce Audi drivers to the benefits of smart charging with reduced running costs and work with Audi’s retailers to help customers through the entire process with a bespoke dealer portal. David Watson, CEO at Ohme, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating that it underlines Ohme’s position as one of the UK’s fastest-growing smart…

Enel X Way, a subsidiary of the global renewable energy company Enel Group, has announced its plan to install over 10,000 DC public charging stations and at least 2 million home, commercial, and public EV charge ports across North America by 2030. The company already caters to the home and commercial charging segments and plans to expand into the public charging market. The deployment of over 10,000 DC public charging stations will be in support of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, which has allocated $5 billion to the states to create an interconnected network of DC fast chargers…

Swedish commercial vehicle manufacturer, Scania, is continuing to make strides in the zero-emission vehicle space with the introduction of the first Scania P 25 all-electric auto transporter. This 42-ton electric vehicle hauler has the potential to play a crucial role in reducing emissions from the transportation industry. With over 120 years of experience in heavy-duty truck and bus manufacturing, Scania has become a leading global company in its field. The company made a significant breakthrough in 2020 with the launch of its first 100% battery electric truck designed for city use, which had a range of up to 250km (roughly…

Lucid Motors, the luxury electric vehicle manufacturer, recently released its production and delivery report for Q1 2023. According to the report, the company produced 2,314 vehicles and delivered 1,406 units by the end of March. This marks a decline in production and delivery from the previous quarter, where Lucid produced 3,493 Air sedans and delivered 1,932 units in Q4 2022. Despite the decrease in production, Lucid reported receiving more than 28,000 vehicle reservations in February 2023, representing a potential sales of more than $2.7 billion. This impressive figure excludes the 100,000 units under the agreement with the Saudi Arabian government.…

Swiss energy storage specialist Leclanché has developed a new concept that aims to revolutionize the circular economy of battery life. The 6 “R’s” of Leclanché’s circular economy concept stand for Reliability, Repowering, Reuse, Recycling and Recycled Content, and Record, which spans the entire life cycle of its lithium-ion batteries. The concept anticipates compliance with new EU regulations on batteries, which are expected to come into force in the second half of 2023. The new Battery Directive aims to promote the circular economy, including the entire battery life cycle – from production to reuse and recycling, with minimum targets of recovered…

CAKE, the Swedish manufacturer of premium lightweight electric motorcycles, has officially opened its flagship CAKE:site Seoul in South Korea, in partnership with local company Kolon. The opening of this six-story building, located in the heart of Gangnam and adjacent to the Sinsa and Apgujeong neighborhoods, marks CAKE’s first foray into Asia, as the company expands its mission to inspire a zero-emission society across the globe. Seoul, with its recognition as a leader in technological innovation and push towards an environmentally sustainable lifestyle, was a natural choice for CAKE’s expansion plans. The new flagship site features a retail showroom, full-service center,…

Tritium has announced a new partnership with KuroEV, an EV charger installer and management services provider. KuroEV has purchased Tritium fast chargers for deployment across Malaysia, where the need for increased EV charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly pressing. With only 600 charging stations currently available for the over 10,000 EVs registered in the country, the Malaysian government has recognised the need for more charging points. In partnership with the private sector, the government has pledged to build 10,000 EV charging stations by 2025 as part of its commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. “We are excited to partner with…

Ram, a subsidiary of Stellantis, has recently unveiled its all-electric Ram 1500 REV at the New York Auto Show. While this move towards electrification is exciting, the company’s CEO, Mike Koval, acknowledged that it will be an expensive transition. “The cost of electrification is expensive, so for sure we need to make sure that we protect the profitability of our current in-market [internal combustion engine] business to help fund the transition to electrification,” Koval stated. Ram is not just focusing on the Ram 1500 REV, as it has also previewed an electric midsize pickup to dealers, which will be available…

Ford is doubling down on its commitment to electric vehicles (EVs) with a $1.3 billion investment to convert its Oakville Assembly Plant in Ontario into the Oakville Electric Vehicle Complex. This transformation is part of Ford’s larger $50 billion commitment to electrification by 2026 and is set to be the company’s first high-volume conversion of an existing plant in North America to make EVs. The Oakville facility is expected to have the capacity to produce 300,000 EVs per year and will also assemble battery packs using cells and arrays from Kentucky’s BlueOvalSK Battery Park. The conversion process is expected to…

Watt Wagons, a leading manufacturer of high-end electric bicycles based in the United States, has just announced the release of their latest model, the HOUND. Designed specifically for off-road adventures, this bike boasts several impressive features that are rarely seen in the electric bicycle industry. With a range of up to 200 miles and built-in chargers compatible with electric car charging stations, the HOUND is a game-changer for those seeking an electric bike that can handle serious terrain. The HOUND is available in two models: the base model and the Supercharged model. Both models feature a custom-developed frame that is…

Polestar, the Swedish electric car brand known for its sleek and sustainable vehicles, is set to reveal its latest creation, the Polestar 4, at the Shanghai Auto Show on April 18, 2023. This new addition to the Polestar lineup combines the aerodynamics of a coupé with the spaciousness of an SUV, resulting in a modern, technology-enhanced vehicle that is sure to turn heads. The Polestar 4 is not simply a modified version of the brand’s first SUV; rather, the design has been entirely reimagined to create a new breed of SUV coupé. This next-generation vehicle will feature design cues and…