Neue Klasse, i7, iX3 and M Electric — Munich’s EV program from validation mule to showroom.
Sales of Chinese brands are up nearly 22% with Chinese companies overwhelmingly dominating sales of the EV market. Overcapacity in China’s auto manufacturing has become a major point of tension between the country and other big economies. The complaint from the west is that Beijing’s industrial policy has unfairly advantaged Chinese companies, leading to fears…
Panasonic Energy has just announced that it’s all set to start mass-producing its 4680 electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The company’s renovated plant in Kinokawa, Wakayama prefecture, Japan, is geared up to be the main hub for these new cells, which are said to have five times the capacity of their smaller 2170 counterparts, reports Reuters.…
In a significant move to expand the electric vehicle market, BMW and Toyota have announced a collaboration to develop hydrogen-powered electric cars. This partnership aims to make this niche market a viable option for environmentally conscious consumers. According to Reuters, the two automotive giants are pooling their expertise to create a new generation of fuel-cell…
BMW is gearing up to introduce its first hydrogen-powered vehicle by 2028, leveraging fuel cell technology developed in partnership with Toyota Motor Corp. The German automaker made the announcement on Thursday, highlighting its commitment to exploring alternative green technologies, according to Reuters. This move underscores BMW’s strategy to hedge its bets on which “green” technology…
Volkswagen, the German auto giant, is hitting some speed bumps on its journey to electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s facing tough times as it tries to keep up with the fast-changing EV market, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. EV Investment Dilemma Volkswagen’s in a tight spot. They can’t easily cut back on…
European automakers, particularly Volkswagen, are facing a significant crisis in their electric vehicle (EV) production efforts. According to a recent Bloomberg report, German and French carmakers are rapidly losing ground in the race to produce EVs, leading to potential factory closures and a reevaluation of their electric future. VW’s Electric Dreams Turn Sour Volkswagen AG,…
BMW is recalling more than 12,000 Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles due to potential battery issues that could lead to overheating and fire risks. This information comes from a report by NewsNation. Affected Models and Issue The recall affects Mini Cooper SE models manufactured between 2020 and 2024. According to documents filed with the National…
Tesla’s push for widespread adoption of its North American Charging Standard (NACS) is gaining momentum, as production of NACS adapters ramps up significantly. According to a recent post by Tesla Charging on X (formerly Twitter), the GFNY team has reached a production milestone of 8,000 NACS adapter units per week. Ramping Up Production The Tesla…
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