Last-mile delivery is a perfect use case for EVs, but fleet operators (understandably) tend to insist on lengthy real-world pilots before placing substantial orders. The latest delivery giant to move from testing to deployment is DHL Express, which wrapped up a successful pilot program using nine Lightning Electric Ford Transit 350HD electric vans in the… Read more »
Month: April 2021
Nexperia and UAES partner on gallium nitride power systems
Semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia has announced a partnership with United Automotive Electronic Systems (UAES), a provider of automotive powertrain and body control systems. The program will focus on power systems for EVs, with the aim of jointly developing automotive applications using gallium nitride (GaN) technology. UAES is currently using Nexperia GaN FETs in EV projects such… Read more »
Unifrax introduces new Li-ion anode technology
Unifrax has announced that its new proprietary technology, SiFAB (Silicon Fiber Anode Battery Technology), which is currently in advanced testing after years of R&D, has shown promising performance in multiple battery systems, enables higher energy density, and has demonstrated incremental Si loadings of greater than 40 percent. “SiFAB is the latest development from our long-standing… Read more »
NIO Achieves Record Sales Result In March 2021
The ES6 specifically has hit its highest level since the introduction in mid-2019.
Volkswagen Joint Venture Forced To Buy Credits From Tesla In China
Anonymous sources told Reuters VW has agreed to buy credits from Tesla, but VW says its goal is to be self-compliant.
Ford hits pause on Mustang Mach-E home-charger sales due to tech issue with branded wallbox
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is one of our top electric-vehicle recommendations, but if you plan to pair it with Ford’s home wallbox right now, you better shop around. The automaker recently stopped sales of its Ford-branded home charger. It says that…
Tesla is pre-approved to expand Giga Berlin’s footprint for storage purposes
Tesla has received a new pre-approved permit for its Giga Berlin production facility. The pre-approval will allow Tesla to expand the footprint of the facility by 80 hectares for storage purposes. Tesla has been working for several months to clear an additional 80 hectares of land from the forests surrounding the Giga Berlin production plant […]
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VW Teases Flagship AMP.9 Electric Car: Sports New Voltswattsen Badge
All ID cars will see a switch too from ID. to AMP. to show VW’s full commitment to EVs.
Check Out This New Account Of Tesla’s Deepest Roots
The article uncovers some previously unheard stories from Tesla’s prehistory.
Peugeot UK Cuts Electric Car Prices Due To Drop In Plug In Car Grant
The e-2008 compact SUV has seen prices fall by £450.