California
California, a pioneer in the adoption of electric vehicles, faces formidable challenges in expanding its EV charging infrastructure. With an ambitious target to have 7 million electric cars on its roads within the next seven years, the state must build public charging stations at an unprecedented pace. Hydrogen Fuel News
California
Tesla CEO Elon Musk may have influenced former President Donald Trump to soften his rhetoric against electric vehicles, but backers of California's strict EV regulations aren't counting on him to take it any further. POLITICO
Florida
Hundreds of brand-new Teslas were spotted in Florida, surrounded by overgrown grass. The VINs indicate that most vehicles were manufactured between April and May 2024. A local service center reportedly confirmed that this lot is feeding the new Model 3 inventory. Carscoops
International
Multiple incidents, including deaths and evacuations, have led to the Korean goverment asking carmakers to voluntarily disclose the makers of batteries in their EVs, with some surprising results. pv magazine
International
A supply chain perspective offers a comprehensive understanding of the geopolitics of EVs besides tariffs and concerns about overcapacity. The Diplomat
International
BMW had a near-record second quarter in terms of all-electric vehicle sales in the United States, and now, with the latest update to its companion smartphone app, the company hopes to convince more owners of its gas-powered cars to switch to electric. InsideEVs
International
The cost of an EV battery pack has dropped from $1,415 per kWh in 2008 to $139 per kWh in 2023. The $100-per-kWh figure has long been regarded as the holy grail of battery costs. Price parity between electric vehicles and their ICE counterparts is essential for mass EV adoption. Driving
International
Electric vehicle subsidies must be reintroduced in countries that have scrapped them if Europe wants to meet its targets for phasing out combustion-engine cars, said UK automotive supplier Dowlais Group. Bloomberg
International
The uproar over a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle that burst into flames in South Korea this month wasn't only about fire safety. Outrage emerged over the lesser-known Chinese battery maker, Farasis Energy. Now South Korea has a fresh proposal to ease public anxiety: advising carmakers to voluntarily divulge what brand of battery sits inside their EVs. The Wall Street Journal
International
The head of Mercedes-Benz in South Korea is to meet residents of an apartment complex damaged by a fire that started in one of its electric vehicles and burned for more than eight hours, stoking public safety fears. Reuters
International
It is rare for carmakers to disclose the company that provided the EV's battery, but a blaze set off by a Mercedes-Benz EV in a South Korean parking lot is changing this trend. TechSpot
International
As the EV industry continues to grow, it will increasingly find itself sandwiched between significant energy needs, outdated or overtaxed utility infrastructure and power generation, and incentives and mandates pushing progress. The ethos of collaboration that is central to the sharing economy will be key in forging toward a more sustainable future, writes Shana Patadia, head of business development for Synop, an EV fleet charging and energy management software company. Smart Energy International
International
South Korea will urge automakers operating in the country to identify batteries used in their electric vehicles, the government said, as authorities seek to calm public safety concerns after a series of fires involving EVs. Reuters
International
Vehicle electrification is a key lever in efforts to reduce pollution and global warming, but the pace set by government policies in the U.S. and Europe may be proving too fast for supplies of the minerals needed for all those EV and plug-in hybrid batteries to keep up. Automotive News
International
Swedish electric vehicle maker Polestar moved one step further in avoiding major tariffs imposed on Chinese-made cars when the automaker said it began production of its Polestar 3 SUV in the United States. Reuters
International
The future of transportation is undergoing a dramatic transformation, with electric vehicles leading the charge toward a more sustainable and efficient mobility landscape. As technological advancements, government policies, and consumer preferences converge, EVs are poised to become a dominant force in the automotive industry. BISinfotech
International
The major provider of high-speed EV chargers went bust in April. Now it's being rescued by India-based Exicomm, which says it will keep Tritium's U.S. factory open. Canary Media
International
Volkswagen has pushed back the launch of a new ID.4 model from its next generation Trinity EV project to the early 2030s as part of a reshuffling of plans for the delayed program. Autoblog
International
Thanks to Rivian's software expertise, the long-awaited electric VW Golf could hit the market sooner than expected. Volkswagen is reportedly considering pulling forward the Golf EV launch despite delaying its Tesla-rivaling Trinity EV again. Electrek
International
Canadian Liberals and NDPers won't save the planet, Financial Post columnist William Watson writes. Thus, auto jobs in Ontario and Quebec are sacrosanct but oil and gas jobs in Alberta and Saskatchewan are available for transitioning. Financial Post
Michigan
Detroit's free, autonomous shuttle service has started. It has 16 stops running from Corktown through downtown Detroit to the East Jefferson Riverfront and back and stops every 10 to 15 minutes. CBS Detroit
Texas
Ford and Texas electricity provider TXU Energy announced a free at-home electric vehicle charging initiative for some Texas drivers. KXAN-TV
U.S.
BMW reported near-record electric vehicle sales in the United States for the second quarter of 2024, and the company is now leveraging technology to encourage more gas-powered car owners to switch to electric. CBT News
U.S.
EV battery tech has significantly improved and this has resulted in EV battery range increases. Because of this development, refurbishment and reuse are becoming a more viable option. The Equation
U.S.
Oklahoma-based Canoo was scheduled to report its second-quarter earnings Aug. 14 after the market close. The company shared on social media pictures from the three-day partner event at its facility. EV
U.S.
Former President Donald Trump complimented Tesla CEO Elon Musk's "great product" --but maintained his opposition to the electric vehicle industry. Quartz
U.S.
Donald Trump's embrace of electric vehicles since picking up Elon Musk's endorsement isn't reassuring the EV industry -- and likely won't stop Trump and other Republicans from trying to throttle President Joe Biden's push for non-gasoline-powered cars and trucks. POLITICO
U.S.
The first Polestar 3 gas rolled off the production line in South Carolina, a massive milestone as the brand looks to take on the US with American-made EVs. But is the new electric SUV the best on the market? Electrek
U.S.
EVgo, one of the nation's largest charging networks, is rolling out efforts to diagnose equipment issues in real time as part of a broader plan to replace outdated chargers and improve customer service, the company says. Axios
U.S.
The gasoline tax -- long the backbone of transportation funding -- has lost potency as vehicles become more efficient. POLITICO
U.S.
The U.S.' electric vehicle boom is ushering in a new crisis lawmakers have known for decades is coming: The gas tax system that prevents crumbling roads and bridges is evaporating. POLITICO Return to Top |