Author: Todd Gilbert

Southern California Edison (SCE), a major electric utility company based in California, plans to integrate over 280 Chevrolet Silverado EV work trucks into its fleet. This initiative supports SCE’s broader strategy to reduce fleet emissions and ownership costs while advancing its electrification goals. The Chevrolet Silverado EV is engineered to meet demanding utility service needs, making it a suitable addition to SCE’s operations. While specific details about the model are limited, the trucks may include the newly launched 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV, which boasts an EPA-estimated range of 492 miles (792 kilometers). Sandor Piszar, Vice President of GM Envolve, highlighted…

U.S. electric truck manufacturer Nikola has issued a warning to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stating it lacks sufficient funds to sustain operations beyond the first quarter of 2025. The announcement follows large-scale layoffs and ongoing financial struggles that threaten the company’s survival. In a filing to the SEC, Nikola reported, “Our existing financial resources are only adequate to fund our forecasted operating costs and meet our obligations into, but not through, the first quarter of 2025.” The company laid off 15% of its workforce in October and plans further staff reductions, though the scale of these cuts…

In a significant legal ruling, a Norwegian court has ordered Tesla to pay over €180,000 ($188,500) in compensation to a former employee, Lukasz Krupski, after finding the company had violated his rights as a whistleblower. This includes €10,000 ($10,500) in damages and more than €170,000 ($178,000) in legal fees. The case stems from Krupski, a former service technician at Tesla’s Drammen plant in Norway, who leaked over 100 gigabytes of data to German publication Handelsblatt. The data contained information about security flaws, issues with Tesla’s Autopilot system, and difficulties surrounding the Cybertruck’s development. It also exposed sensitive information, such as…

Renault is set to redefine its electric vehicle (EV) lineup starting in 2028, transitioning from retro-inspired designs to innovative, forward-looking models. While the brand’s nostalgic tributes, like the Renault 4, 5, and Twingo, have been met with widespread acclaim, the French automaker’s design chief, Gilles Vidal, confirmed a shift towards contemporary, low-slung silhouettes inspired by this year’s Embleme concept. Vidal highlighted that the Embleme concept, a sleek and sporty crossover, provides a clearer vision of Renault’s future design philosophy. “The Embleme is a better representation of what’s next for the brand globally in terms of design and maybe new silhouettes,”…

Avatr, the joint venture between Changan, CATL, and Huawei, has introduced the Avatr 06, a mid-size sedan that will be available in both pure electric and hybrid variants with a range extender. This marks the fourth model from the brand, following the Avatr 07 crossover, the Avatr 11 SUV, and the Avatr 12 sedan. Set to debut in early 2025, the Avatr 06 is part of the brand’s new strategy, which now includes hybrid models alongside its electric vehicle (EV) offerings. The Avatr 06 shares the CHN platform with other Avatr models, including the 07, and is similar in size…

BYD has entered into a partnership with Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer TAILG Technology Group to extend its battery technology beyond electric vehicles (EVs). TAILG announced the collaboration during a product launch event on Thursday, marking it as the first major partnership of its kind in the electric two-wheeler industry. The partnership will focus on developing batteries that can match the lifespan of electric two-wheelers, addressing common challenges related to battery durability in these vehicles. TAILG noted that, “The two companies will work together to address the challenges faced by two-wheeler batteries and collaborate on the development of BYD batteries that…

Tesla has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 Holiday Update, packed with new features and improvements aimed at enhancing the owner experience. This update brings several long-requested features, including the launch of the Tesla app on the Apple Watch, marking a significant milestone for Tesla owners who can now use their Apple Watch as a phone key. Additionally, the update allows users to monitor battery charge, open the frunk, and activate climate control directly from their smartwatch. Another major addition is the ability to save Dashcam and Sentry Mode footage to your phone, enabling users to edit and share these clips…

Electric mobility investor Ideanomics has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware, USA, as it seeks a buyer for its wireless charging business and other technology investments. The company’s financial situation has grown increasingly dire, with substantial losses in recent years. Between 2021 and 2023, Ideanomics invested $320 million in electric vehicle technology, acquiring companies such as Via Motors, Solectrac (a manufacturer of electric tractors), Energica (an Italian electric motorbike maker), and Wave (a provider of inductive charging systems for electric commercial vehicles). At its peak in 2021, Ideanomics’ stock was trading above $600, fueled by growing investor interest…

Hyundai Motor is pressing forward with its ambitious U.S. growth plans despite concerns over the possible repeal of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, an initiative reportedly under consideration by President-Elect Donald Trump’s transition team. The company, which recently inaugurated a $7.6 billion manufacturing plant in Georgia, is positioning itself to capture a larger share of the U.S. electric vehicle market. Hyundai’s global CEO Jose Munoz stated the company’s U.S. investment strategy was not reliant on federal incentives. Speaking at the LA Auto Show, Munoz emphasized, “If the Inflation Reduction Act goes out, it goes out for everybody, and we…

Baidu is set to begin trial operations of its Apollo Go robotaxi service in Hong Kong, expanding its footprint after offering the service in over 10 cities across mainland China. The company plans to conduct the first phase of testing at Hong Kong’s airport, expected to begin by the end of this year, according to a report by local media outlet TVB. The company has applied for a self-driving test license and an autonomous vehicle certificate from the Hong Kong Transport Department, which is currently under review. The Transport Department will oversee the trials, ensuring they are conducted in a…

The high-voltage battery is the core of an electric vehicle (EV), and concerns about battery health and the potential high cost of replacement, especially for used models, can often deter potential buyers. However, a quiet revolution is underway in battery manufacturing, aimed at improving energy density, durability, and cost-efficiency, which could drastically reduce the future cost of EV battery replacements. A new report from Recurrent, a battery health and data start-up, highlights key trends that suggest EV owners could face significantly lower replacement costs in the future. Battery replacements are infrequent, as most automakers offer warranties of eight years or…

German mobility service provider DKV Mobility has partnered with the UK-based Motor Fuel Group (MFG) to provide its customers access to 1,590 charging points in the MFG network. The collaboration aims to strengthen DKV’s position in the electric vehicle (EV) charging sector across Europe. The agreement, signed by DKV Mobility and its subsidiary GreenFlux, enables DKV customers to utilize MFG’s fast-charging infrastructure via the DKV Card +Charge and the DKV Mobility app. Currently, MFG operates 1,590 charging points across 130 petrol stations, with charging power ranging from 150 to 400 kW, depending on the location. This network is set to…