China weakness, US tariffs, and disappointing uptake of battery vehicles lurk in background.
Tag: BEV
Putting the Ford Explorer to the test: What the beacon of hope has to offer
The pressure to succeed was high for the Ford Explorer right from the start. But can the electric SUV fulfil expectations? During the test, we experienced a rock-solid and practical electric car that only has one big catch: the price.
First details of Leapmotor B01 sedan revealed
Leapmotor has just made a regulatory filing for the new B01 sedan, based on the LEAP 3.5 platform. It will reportedly be showcased at the Shanghai auto show starting April 23.
Tesla starts testing new Model Y in India
Not long after kicking off deliveries of the updated Model Y in key global markets, Tesla has started testing it in India. In parallel, the company continues to recruit new personnel in preparation for entering the new market.
Infineon introduces more efficient chip generation
To make electric cars and plug-in hybrids more efficient and powerful, Infineon is launching a new generation of high-voltage power chips on the market. These include the EDT3 chips and RC-IGBT chips.
Nio reveals new information about the Onvo L90
The Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio plans to present the Onvo L90, a large SUV with six seats, at the Auto Shanghai next week. First images and technical details have now been published.
Subaru unveils second electric model – the Trailseeker EV
Subaru of America has unveiled its second electric SUV, the Trailseeker EV, at the New York International Auto Show. The model is scheduled to go on sale in the US starting in 2026. Meanwhile, the brand’s first EV, the Solterra, received a facelift.
Mercedes launches series production of the CLA
Production of the electric Mercedes CLA at the Rastatt plant has apparently already started. The probable background to the earlier series production: The official order release is said to have been brought forward from mid-June to 29 April.
ZF announces major supply contract in India
ZF has secured a nomination to supply several thousand units of its AxTrax 2 electric axle drive to a major manufacturer in India. The order will run for several years. AxTrax 2 will be integrated into a new fleet of locally emission-free intercity buses.
Fraunhofer IZM presents the ‘Dauerpower’ inverter
The German research institute has, alongside Porsche and Bosch, developed a new inverter that promises ‘Power for the long haul.’ It can be used in all kinds of electric vehicles – from sports cars to heavy-duty trucks.
