Author: Robin Cannon

The Geely brand has recently launched its latest electric car, the Panda mini. This adorable two-door, four-seater mini electric vehicle was officially unveiled on February 6 and has been warmly received by consumers. The Panda mini comes in four different models, with prices ranging from 39,900 to 53,900 yuan in the Chinese market. The design of the Panda mini is inspired by the classic small box shape of mini cars, with a narrow-strip closed front grille, and decorative trim around the edge. The round headlight group gives the car an unmistakable cute and charming look. Like other miniature EVs such…

Great Wall Motors (GWM), a Chinese carmaker, has announced the opening of three new Sales and Service Centers in the UK for its Ora brand. These locations, in Belfast, Chorley, and Exeter, will open their doors on March 6th, 13th, and 24th, respectively, with the Charles Hurst Group in Belfast being the first showroom to feature the Ora model. The company plans to further expand its infrastructure in the UK this year, with a goal of selling 5,000 units by the end of 2023. In addition to traditional retail work, GWM has adopted an omnichannel approach for the Ora brand.…

For the first time, The Mobility House (TMH) has demonstrated that electric vehicle (EV) batteries can participate in energy market trading and earn substantial revenues. This was achieved by using the flexibility of EV batteries as mobile storage units, with the trial being conducted using stationary EV batteries and not actual vehicles. The experiment took place over six months at the EUREF Campus in Berlin and involved 18 of the 20 retired Audi e-tron batteries that were installed there in 2019. TMH used software to simulate real-life driving and charging behavior based on German data for each battery. When not…

Nissan has unveiled a concept car called the Max-Out at its Global Headquarters Gallery in Yokohama, Japan, as part of its Nissan Futures event from February 4 to March 1. The event is aimed at showcasing the company’s vision for sustainable mobility and innovative design. Unlike the typical autonomous pod concept one might expect, the Max-Out stands out with its sleek and stylish design. Although it was first revealed in renderings over a year ago, this marks its first physical appearance. However, Nissan has yet to release any information on the car’s range or performance. Other than the fact that…

Mercedes-Benz has revealed a refreshed version of its GLE SUV and GLE Coupé. These updated models will only be available with electrified powertrains, including a minor technical update for the plug-in hybrid, and will launch in July 2023. The exterior, interior, technology, and equipment have been updated for the 2018 model generation. The engine range has been electrified, but the mild hybrids with 48-volt systems will not be covered in detail here as they don’t allow for significant electric driving. See also: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV specifications : power, battery and range The PHEV versions will be available with two combustion…

TatvaSoft has joined forces with InstaVolt, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging network in the UK, to provide a seamless and user-friendly charging experience for EV drivers. InstaVolt aims to make EV charging as simple and transparent as possible, allowing customers to pay only for the electricity they consume using any contactless credit/debit card. To achieve its goal, InstaVolt sought a technology partner that could develop customized software solutions to enhance its customer offerings while maintaining its user-friendly approach and reliability. TatvaSoft rose to the challenge by creating a serverless, microservices-based solution that implements industry-standard EV network protocols, such as…

Mercedes-Benz has become the first car manufacturer to bring SAE Level 3 conditionally automated driving to the United States after Nevada confirmed that the Drive Pilot system complies with state regulations. Following the initial announcement at CES 2023, Mercedes-Benz has received a certificate of compliance in Nevada, which attests that the Drive Pilot system complies with the requirements of Nevada Chapter 482A for Autonomous Vehicles. Currently, the Drive Pilot option is only available on the 2024 Mercedes EQS and the 2024 S-Class in the United States, with the first vehicles set to be delivered to customers in the second half…

Peugeot is set to revolutionize the electric vehicle market with the launch of its next-generation E-3008 electric SUV. The model will be the first in the Stellantis empire to use the new STLA Medium platform, set to hit the market in the second half of 2023. The C-segment compact SUV was confirmed during Peugeot’s E-Lion Day presentation, and will offer consumers a choice of three different powertrains and an impressive electric range of up to 434 miles. But Peugeot isn’t stopping there, as the E-3008 will be followed by an even larger E-5008 SUV, which will be released “shortly after.”…

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Zero Motorcycles has launched a new program to encourage buyers to purchase one of its vehicles. The “Go Electric” incentive program is available for a limited time and offers buyers an instant rebate of up to $4,250 on the purchase of a 2022 showroom model. The program is designed to make the switch to an electric motorcycle more accessible for riders and to encourage more people to adopt electric vehicles (EVs). According to Bill Stone, Zero Motorcycles National Sales Director, “Despite the current absence of federal tax incentives, Zero is making it easier than ever to switch…

In a document released prior to its earnings call on Tuesday, Tesla announced a significant expansion of its Full Self-Driving Beta program. The company revealed that 400,000 Tesla owners in the United States and Canada now have access to the FSD Beta feature, a significant increase from the 160,000 reported in September 2021. “We have now released FSD Beta to nearly all customers in the US and Canada who bought FSD (approximately 400,000). This is an important milestone for our company. Every customer in the US and Canada can now access FSD Beta functionality upon purchase/subscription and start experiencing the…

Nikola and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) have joined forces to explore the co-development of large-scale green hydrogen production facilities in the United States. The partnership will see Nikola, with its significant demand for green hydrogen to decarbonize the transportation sector and other industries, serve as a potential offtaker for any potential projects. FFI, a global green energy company with a presence in over 25 countries and a subsidiary of top ten ASX company Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG), brings significant experience and capabilities in hydrogen project development to the partnership, making it an ideal collaborator for Nikola. FFI is…

According to a leaked customer survey issued by Kia, details of the brand’s upcoming electric mid-size SUV, the Kia EV9, have been revealed. The survey, obtained by Electrek, appears to indicate specific information regarding the vehicle’s specs, trims, and pricing structure. While these figures may be subject to change before the official market launch, which is expected later in 2023, the survey suggests a three-row crossover starting at an MSRP of $56,000 and reaching a top level at $73,000, with three additional trims priced at $61,000, $63,000, and $68,000, respectively. According to a leaked customer survey, the Kia EV9 will…