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Volvo has revised its ambitious plan to sell only pure electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030, now aiming for 90-100% of its global sales to be electrified cars, including both fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. This adjustment comes amidst slower charging infrastructure rollout, reduced government incentives, market uncertainties, and shifting consumer demand, reports Euro News.…
Renault has teamed up with French designer Ora Ïto to create an electric restomod of the classic Renault 17 sports coupé. The R17 electric concept made its debut on September 4th, 2024, at Maison5 in Paris and will be featured at the Paris Motor Show from October 14th to 20th. This collaboration is part of…
Georgia Power has struck a deal with Tesla to build a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio, aiming to enhance grid reliability and address resource shortfalls. The agreement, which includes four separate projects totaling 500MW/2,000MWh, will utilize Tesla’s advanced battery technology, according to Energy Storage News. READ MORE: TESLA BATTERY POWERS REMOTE ISLAND, SLASHES…
Electric school buses are hitting the roads, transforming the way kids get to school. These buses aren’t just cleaner; they’re also quieter and can even power local grids. The first all-electric school bus fleet started operating in Oakland, California, last week, marking a significant milestone in the transition to cleaner transportation, reports Vox. A Breath…
Tesla is gearing up to revamp its Model Y for the Chinese market, aiming to regain lost market share and take on competitors like Li Auto and Nio. According to a report from SCMP, the US electric vehicle (EV) maker plans to introduce a six-seat variant of the Model Y, assembled at its Shanghai Gigafactory…
Public EV chargers in the US are often not living up to their promised speeds, averaging about half their maximum capacity. This discrepancy risks hindering the adoption of electric vehicles. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, this issue is widespread and not specific to any particular region or EV brand. The Reality of Public…
Vice President Kamala Harris, once a staunch supporter of federal rules mandating electric vehicle (EV) production, has seemingly changed her stance. According to a recent report by Alex Thompson and Ben Geman of Axios, Harris’ campaign stated that she “does not support an electric vehicle mandate,” marking a significant shift from her previous positions. A…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are showing resilience in the face of global trade restrictions, with several major players reporting significant year-on-year sales increases for August. This surge comes despite recent announcements by the European Union, United States, and Canada to limit Chinese-made EV imports, according to a report by Euro News. Record-Breaking Sales for…
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