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WAE Technologies to showcase EVR electric hypercar architecture and Triumph TE-1 electric motorcycle at E-TECH Europe 2023
WAE Technology’s ultra-high performance electric vehicle (EV) platform, EVR, will lead an array of electrification innovations on its stand at the E-TECH Europe show in Italy. This event, held at the Bologna Exhibition Centre19-20 April, showcases the latest in advanced solutions across the EV industry.
WEVC eCV1 electric van makes global debut at UK Commercial Vehicle Show
Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC), a pioneer in the design, engineering and manufacture of low-to-medium volume electric vehicles (EVs), both under its own brand and for third parties, has revealed its game-changing light electric van at the Commercial Vehicle Show in the UK.
FREENOW celebrates 200 years of the first licensed cab in London by launching additional financial support for electric vehicle (EV) taxi drivers
FREENOW, Europe’s Mobility Super app, is celebrating 200 years of the first licensed cab in London, by pledging its support to taxi drivers with the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) while ensuring drivers continue to get the highest earnings through its app. FREENOW wants to contribute to future-proof the taxi industry by doubling its EV subsidy for new drivers, to £4,000, while maintaining the existing EV subsidy for current drivers and the discounts on EV charging.
Tritium and Jump Charging partner to speed up electric vehicle (EV) charger deployment in New Zealand
Tritium DCFC Limited, a global developer and manufacturer of direct current fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs), has announced a strategic partnership with Jump Charging, a green energy charging and fuel infrastructure business, to expand access to fast charging infrastructure in New Zealand. The rate of EV adoption continues to grow in New Zealand and charging infrastructure will need to grow to meet the increasing demand.
Einride enables the switch to sustainable freight in the UK using digital, electric and autonomous technology
Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, has today announced the expansion of its operations into the United Kingdom. The launch comes at a time when the UK Department for Transport is looking to build a sustainable future of freight, where goods are moved through cost-efficient, reliable, resilient, seamless and net zero means – a vision that Einride shares.
EAV eCargo bikes to be deployed by Delivery Mate from Westminster trial micro hub
Electric Assisted Vehicles Limited (EAV), the Oxfordshire-based sustainable zero-emissions electric eCargo bike company, will have their EAV2Cubed eCargo bikes exclusively deployed by leading zero emissions logistics provider Delivery Mates at a new micro hub facility launched by Westminster City Council in London. The ground-breaking project is part of the Defra-funded Clean Air Logistics for London programme.
EAV eCargo bikes to be deployed by Delivery Mates from Westminster trial micro hub
Electric Assisted Vehicles Limited (EAV), the Oxfordshire-based sustainable zero-emissions electric eCargo bike company, will have their EAV2Cubed eCargo bikes exclusively deployed by leading zero emissions logistics provider Delivery Mates at a new micro hub facility launched by Westminster City Council in London. The ground-breaking project is part of the Defra-funded Clean Air Logistics for London programme.
Toyota unveils two new bZ Series electric cars under development at Auto Shanghai
Toyota has unveiled two new battery electric vehicle (BEV) concept models, the bZ Sport Crossover Concept and bZ FlexSpace Concept, at Auto Shanghai. The concept models are being developed as part of the Toyota bZ series, a brand dedicated to BEVs. The two new models will be launched in the Chinese market in 2024 and will be two models out of the 10 BEV models that Toyota are planning to release by 2026. The bZ Sport Crossover Concept is a crossover-type BEV with active and distinctive styling.
ElectricDrives | Polestar reveals Polestar 4 electric SUV coupé – its fastest car to date
Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, has revealed its next electric car, Polestar 4 – its fastest car to date. This sleek-looking electric performance SUV coupé is the second SUV in the brand’s line-up. Polestar 4 transforms the aerodynamics of a coupé and the space of an SUV into a new breed of SUV coupé. It takes design cues first seen on Polestar’s concept cars and are now brought to production.
ZEEKR’s competitively priced electric vehicles (EVs) coming to Europe in 2023 and look set to shake up the market
Global electric mobility technology brand ZEEKR announced at the 2023 Shanghai Motor Show that it will introduce its cutting-edge intelligent luxury electric vehicles (EVs) to Europe. This is part of the brand’s mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility. Launching in this key region marks an important milestone in the brand’s ambitious global growth strategy.
Driving an electric car could find you love: Research finds electric vehicle (EV) drivers twice as likely to get a date on Tinder
Research carried out by Big Motoring World has discovered driving an electric vehicle (EV) could be the way to finding love. Big Motoring World carried out an experiment to see if driving an electric car was more likely to get a prospective partner to swipe right for a match on the online dating site Tinder. For the experiment, Big Motoring World created two near-identical Tinder profiles for one of its employees.
Electric vehicles (EVs) dominate at World Car of the Year Awards with Hyundai IONIQ 6 taking top honours
Electric vehicles (EV) dominated at the 2023 World Car of the Year Awards. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 electric saloon (see above) took the top prize winning the 2023 World Car of the Year Award beatingthe BMW X1 electric SUV and the Kia Niro which also made the top three. Hyundai’s latest electric vehicle, which follows in the footsteps of the hugely popular IONIQ 5 electric crossover, also took World Car Electric Vehicle of the Year and World Car Design of the Year at the World Car Awards.
Octopus launches Electroverse offering simple Tesla-style Plug & Charge tech for electric vehicle (EV) drivers in UK
Octopus Energy has launched its Electroverse electric vehicle (EV) roaming service that offers simple Plug & Charge technology to customers with compatible cars. This is in a bid to make the EV charging experience even easier and will be welcomed by many who drive an electric car. Plug & Charge means drivers plug their cars into a public charge point and walk away. The vehicle syncs with the charge point through the customer’s Electroverse account and begins charging automatically.
POSCO and Honda exploring partnership toward the realisation of carbon neutrality
POSCO Holdings Inc. (POSCO) and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) have announced that they have begun exploring a comprehensive partnership toward the realisation of carbon neutrality. This builds on the announcement in January that Honda have entered a joint venture with Sony for its new electric vehicle (EV), the Afeela, which they will be producing together. Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) made the reveal at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Marcus Lu from Visual Capitalist discusses: Have combustion Vehicle Sales Already Peaked?
Words by Marcus Lu, Finance Writer at Visual Capitalist Electric vehicle (EV) sales have grown rapidly over the past few years, but have they managed to make a dent in the global market? To find out, we’ve visualised data from BloombergNEF that breaks down annual vehicle sales by three categories: Internal combustion (including traditional hybrids) Plug-in hybrids Battery electric From this, we can see that EVs are definitely building up market share.
LEGO enters the world of electric vehicles (EVs) with full scale model of Kia EV6 on show at Milan Design Week
Kia will be exhibiting a model of the Kia EV6 at the Milan Design Week made exclusively of LEGO bricks. ‘Brick To The Future’ sees Kia celebrate the power of inspiration and imagination with the iconic LEGO brick. Demonstrating the infinite shapes that the bricks allow people of all ages to create, the ‘Brick To The Future’ EV6 is a symbol of Kia’s new and inspiring path towards sustainable mobility.
Volta Trucks appoints Sapphire Vehicle Services as its UK Certified Service Partner for its electric vehicles (EVs)
Volta Trucks, a leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced the appointment of Sapphire Vehicle Services as its first Certified Service Partner for its Volta Zero electric trucks in the UK. Sapphire Vehicle Services has industry-leading experience in the UK commercial fleet management sector and will provide vehicle maintenance solutions, designed around Volta Trucks customers’ requirements.
EV Leaders: Anila Siraj alternative fuels and emobility consultant
Anila Siraj worked in the oil and gas space for over 20 years before transitioning into the world of embolity. Here she worked in electric vehicle (EV) charger placement as electric vehicles became more prominent. Siraj went on to work at Kalibrate where she developed strategies and built a new alternative fuels business from the ground up. This included definition of the value proposition for clients, products and go-to-market.
EV Leaders: Anila Siraj alternative fuels and emobility consultant
Anila Siraj worked in the oil and gas space for over 20 years before transitioning into the world of embolity. Here she worked in electric vehicle (EV) charger placement as electric vehicles became more prominent. Siraj went on to work at Kalibrate where she developed strategies and built a new alternative fuels business from the ground up. This included definition of the value proposition for clients, products and go-to-market.
BYD introduces BYD DOLPHIN and BYD SEAL electric vehicles (EVs) to Europe
Build Your Dreams (BYD), the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, has announced it is launching the BYD DOLPHIN and the BYD SEAL electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe. These models follow the launch of the BYD ATTO 3 (C-segment SUV), the BYD HAN (E-segment saloon) and the BYD TANG (E-segment SUV) in Europe. The BYD DOLPHIN is an agile and versatile C-segment hatchback offering practicality, efficiency, accessibility and a reassuring range.
ElectricDrives | B–ON partners with EO charging to power fleet electrification ecosystem offering for European customers
Extending its charging capabilities and network, full-service fleet electrification solution provider B–ON has signed a partnership with one of the UK’s leading electric vehicle (EV) charger manufacturers, EO Charging (EO). This will allow B–ON customers to access EO’s commercial charging infrastructure and services in Europe.
Volta Trucks appoints TOP TRUCK as Certified Service Partner for its electric vehicles (EVs) in France, Spain and Italy
Volta Trucks, a leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced the appointment of TOP TRUCK as its first Certified Service Partner for its Volta Zero electric trucks covering France, Spain and Italy.
Electrogenic and Babcock International selected by Ministry of Defence to convert British Army Land Rovers to electric vehicles (EVs)
Babcock International, the defence company, has been contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) to help the British Army understand the defence application and constraints of electric propulsion. Electrogenic, the British electric vehicle (EV) technology company renowned for its beautiful classic car conversions, has been selected with Babcock International Group to re-engineer four British Army Land Rovers to electric vehicles using Electrogenic’s proprietary technology.
Genesis unveils innovative and hassle-free Plug & Charge program for electric vehicle (EV) customers
Genesis has announced its innovative Plug & Charge service, an advanced charging solution for hassle-free electric vehicle (EV) charging. Designed to deliver a seamless and secure charging experience, the bespoke system allows customers to simply plug in and charge without the need for a payment card or, once set up, a dedicated app.
Optimised engineering leads Fisker Ocean electric vehicle (EV) to another European market-leading combined WLTP range of 436 miles
Fisker have announced that the Fisker Ocean Extreme electric car has announced that the all-electric Fisker Ocean Extreme equipped with optional 22-inch wheels and tyres achieved a combined WLTP range of up to 436 miles (701km). This news follows the company’s test results announced earlier this month of 440 miles (707km) on standard 20-inch wheels and tyres.
BYD and Shell partner on charging for 100,000 electric vehicle (EV) customers
BYD Europe and Shell EV Charging Solutions have announced today they will provide at least 100,000 BYD battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (EV) customers in Europe with fast, convenient and reliable EV charging from Shell Recharge. Customers will receive an exclusive Shell Recharge network platinum membership that offers discounted charging at Shell’s fast and ultra-fast DC charging locations.
Tritium enters Malaysian market with sale of fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers to KuroEV
Tritium DCFC Limited, a global developer and manufacturer of direct current fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs), has announced that KuroEV, an EV charger installer and management services provider, has purchased Tritium fast chargers to be deployed across Malaysia. With only 600 charging stations currently available for the over 10,000 EVs registered in the country, Tritium’s entry into the Malaysian market comes at a crucial time.
StoreDot’s silicon extreme fast charging batteries will enable smaller battery packs and reduce the cost of electric vehicles (EVs) by around £3,600
StoreDot, the pioneer of extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology for electric vehicles (EVs), will soon be manufacturing silicon batteries that enable car makers to design and produce cheaper, lighter and more sustainable EVs. With the optimal driver experience of extreme fast charging in mind, StoreDot’s technology has reached sufficient charging and discharging cycles that it will enable vehicle manufacturers to include a smaller battery pack.
Volkswagen announces new electric vehicle (EV) drive system for ID. family offering higher range and performance
Volkswagen has announced the launch of the next electric drive generation for the ID. family. With the new APP550 rear-wheel drive, Volkswagen’s electric vehicle (EV) model family will receive a completely newly developed power unit. In future, this will offer higher performance combined with improved efficiency for the ID. models. The ID. family will therefore benefit both in terms of power and increased range.
Ohme is new electric vehicle (EV) smart charging choice for Audi UK
Leading electric vehicle (EV) smart charging company Ohme is the new official charging partner for Audi in the UK. The agreement will see Audi recommend Ohme chargers for all its electrified vehicle sales, with an Ohme Home Pro charger in showrooms for customers to view. David Watson, Ohme CEO, said: “Our partnership with Audi underlines Ohme’s position as one of the UK’s fastest growing smart charging companies.
Kia to invest $758 million in new facility for battery-electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV) production
Kia has held a ceremony to celebrate its new dedicated plant for the production of battery-electric purpose-built vehicles (PBV). The ceremony was held at Kia’s Hwaseong plant, located in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Kia will invest around one trillion won (approximately $758 million) to secure 99,000 acres of land, with the company planning to start mass production in the second half of 2025.
Volta Trucks to debut all-electric Volta Zero at ACT Expo as highlight of US launch plan
Volta Trucks, a leading and disruptive all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has confirmed the US launch and first public display of the all-electric Volta Zero. This will take place at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo between May 1-4, as Volta Trucks further develops its launch plans for the US market.
Ford to invest C$1.8 billion to transform Ontario Assembly Complex into a Canadian hub of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing
Ford Motor Company has announced it’s investing C$1.8 billion in its Oakville Assembly Complex to transform it into a high-volume hub of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in Canada. This is a key part of the company’s plan to scale the production of electric vehicles and make them more accessible to millions of customers.
Is it the beginning of the end for combustion cars as BMW electric vehicle (EV) sales more than double again in Q1?
The BMW Group has announced it posted significant growth in its global sales of electric vehicles (EVs)) in the first quarter of 2023, with an increase of 83.2 per cent. Overall, the BMW Group delivered a total of 64,647 fully-electric BMW and MINI vehicles to customers in the first three months of the year. The BMW brand was able to more than double its sales of electric vehicles in the first quarter, with 55,979 units delivered to customers (+112.3%).
EVMarketsreports.com: China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) sales to reach 8 million in 2023, growth expected to slow down
This is the first in an ongoing series of features we will be running on ElectricDrives.tv in conjunction with EVMarketsReports.com, the one-stop platform for EV professionals. Nearly one out of every four cars sold in China was an electric vehicle (EV) in 2022, with total sales of 6.9 million representing an impressive performance for the market.
bp pulse opens new high speed electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Macclesfield UK
bp pulse, one of the leading ultra-fast and rapid public electric vehicle (EV) charging networks in the UK, has opened its latest EV charge points on the Silk Road in Macclesfield. The new electric hub features four 300kW chargers, equating to eight 150kW charge points, each capable of adding up to 100 miles (160km) in around 15 minutes. This upgrades the region’s public electric charging network, supporting the implementation of Cheshire East Council’s EV charging strategy.
ElectricDrives | Polestar to reveal Polestar 4 SUV coupé – its fastest production car to date – at Shanghai auto show
Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, has announced it will reveal its next electric car, Polestar 4, at the Shanghai auto show on 18 April 2023. The newest electric car to the brand sees Polestar take the SUV coupé and transform it for the electric age. This new model, which follows the hugely successful Polestar 2 electric crossover and the upcoming Polestar 3 electric SUV, marries the aerodynamics of a coupé with the space of an SUV in a package enhanced by modern technology.
ElectricDrives | Tritium investigates how sustainable is electric vehicle charging?
Sustainability is crucial to building a better world. During Earth Month Tritium DCFC Limited, a global developer and manufacturer of direct current fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs), is exploring ways businesses can improve sustainability through electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging. We know that electric vehicles can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions but how sustainable is EV charging? Short answer: More than filling up a gas tank, regardless of the power source.
Mercedes-Benz achieves next milestone in raw materials procurement for electric vehicle (EV) ramp-up
German-Canadian startup Rock Tech Lithium Inc. has broken ground for its lithium plant in Guben, Brandenburg. With this Mercedes-Benz is taking the next step towards localisation and greater vertical integration in drive technologies for its electrification goals in Europe. The partnership with Rock Tech will enable the Stuttgart-based car maker to supply its electric vehicle (EV) battery partners with high-grade lithium hydroxide to scale up its production of fully electric vehicles.
Osprey opens new electric vehicle (EV) charging site at Heart of England pub in Weedon Bec UK
Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s largest and leading electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, has increased access to public charging in Weedon Bec, Northamptonshire. It has installed two high-powered EV chargers at the Heart of England pub and restaurant, supporting local residents, businesses and visitors with reliable EV infrastructure. This supports critical public charging infrastructure needed in convenient locations.
DB Schenker to purchase 100 eActros LongHaul electric vehicles (EVs) from Mercedes-Benz Trucks as it aims to achieve CO2-neutrality by 2040
DB Schenker has announced it plans to acquire 100 Mercedes-Benz eActros LongHaul electric vehicles (EVs) for European long-distance haulage operations. DB Schenker and Mercedes-Benz Trucks have signed a joint letter of intent for this purpose. DB Schenker is one of the world’s leading logistics providers with around 76,600 employees at more than 1,850 locations in over 130 countries.
Fisker completes all applicable FMVSS testing in USA for Fisker Ocean electric vehicle (EV)
Fisker have announced that the Fisker Ocean electric car has completed and met all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) testing required for US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) self-certification and meets New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) standards for a five-star rating. Fisker used an internationally recognised agency to carry out the testing.
Fisker completes all applicable FMVSS testing in USA for Fisker Ocean electric vehicle (EV)
Fisker have announced that the Fisker Ocean electric car has completed and met all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) testing required for US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) self-certification and meets New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) standards for a five-star rating. Fisker used an internationally recognised agency to carry out the testing.
Electric vehicle (EV) charging station provider FreeWire announces new European HQ in UK
FreeWire Technologies, a leading provider of battery-integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and energy management solutions, has announced the company’s continued international expansion of FreeWire’s European headquarters. The official ribbon cutting will take place on April 19. This location includes a Sales & Demonstration Center and will serve as a hub for the company’s European operations.
Volkswagen reveals more on its new ID.7 flagship electric car designed for long-distance travel with up to 435 miles (700km) of range
Volkswagen have announced that testing of its new ID.7 electric car is almost complete as the countdown to its 17 April premiere gets ever closer. Volkswagen is now providing further details on the drive, running gear and convenience features of the new electric car designed for long-distance driving. Volkswagen plans to increase the share of its electric models to 80 per cent in Europe by 2030.
Ford unveils new E Transit Courier electric vehicle (EV) ideal for last-mile deliveries
Ford has today revealed the E-Transit Courier, a ground-up new all-electric vehicle (EV) bringing enhanced connectivity and productivity for compact van customers. Extending Ford Pro’s line-up of innovative electrified and connected commercial cargo vans, the all-new E‑Transit Courier is fully integrated with Ford Pro’s platform of software and connected services to further drive efficient operation. This includes end-to-end charging solutions and management tools from Ford Pro Software.
As electric vehicles (EVs) take massive chunks of market share away from petrol and diesel cars will they become stranded assets?
As China transitions to electric vehicles (EVs), it’s currently the first major market to reach 25% EV sales, there are warnings that it could result in a huge slump in the petrol and diesel vehicle market. This would have a huge impact on many of the world’s original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the auto space and potentially the wider economy. According to Daniel Bleakley from the driven, the are many reasons that there could be a crisis coming because of this.
Ram Truck unveils all-new 2025 Ram 1500 REV electric vehicle (EV) with a targeted range of up to 500 miles (805km)
Ram Truck have unveiled the new 2025 Ram 1500 REV. Ram, which is now owned by Stellantis, a global mobility player with 14 brands including Vauxhall, Peugeot, Fiat, Citroën and Jeep, originally unveiled this new electric vehicle (EV) at the Consumers Electronics Show in Las Vegas back in January. The concept was dubbed the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept so the name isn’t too different. This all-new electric vehicle will be the first battery-electric light-duty pickup truck from the brand.
MINI announces next-generation sustainable Countryman electric car with an impressive 280-mile (450km) range
MINI has announced the new MINI Countryman E which combines an electrified go-kart feeling with a minimal ecological footprint. This latest electric car from MINI will offer a range of up to 280 miles (450km). Production, which will take place at the BMW Group Plant Leipzig in Germany, will start in November 2023. This will be the first time a MINI model has been produced in Germany.
Kia announces accelerated electric vehicle (EV) transition with target of 1.6 million electric vehicle (EV) sales by 2030
Kia Corporation (Kia) today announced an update on its future strategies through the Kia CEO Investor Day event held in Seoul, Korea. Kia has updated its mid- to long-term business strategy with a focus on electrification. Kia’s updated 2030 annual sales target is 4.3 million units, of which 2.38 million units will be electrified vehicles.
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