BMW is not investing in a bespoke flagship electric sedan, unlike Mercedes-Benz which is working on the EQS, a vehicle that’s totally different compared to the new soon-to-be-revealed S-Class. Bavaria’s answer to the EQS, and other bespoke luxury electric sedans like the upcoming Jaguar XJ, will just be a different version of the upcoming 7… Continue reading BMW 7 Series EV, Which Might Be Called i7, Spotted Under Camouflage
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Nissan Transitions To CCS For US And Europe, Dealing CHAdeMO A Fatal Blow
When the 2021 Nissan Ariya launches in the US and Europe next year, it will come equipped with a CCS (Combo) inlet, as the brand moves away from CHAdeMO in those markets. The Nissan LEAF and the Mitsubishi Outlander plug in hybrid are currently the only two EVs available in the US that use CHAdeMO,… Continue reading Nissan Transitions To CCS For US And Europe, Dealing CHAdeMO A Fatal Blow
Patents Reveal Dacia Spring: The Most Affordable EV In Europe
When Carlos Ghosn said he wanted a small and affordable electric car to sell all over the world, Renault gave him the K-ZE City. The urban vehicle has a 26.8 kWh pack, good for 271 km of range under the NEDC cycle. Europe will finally have its version of that affordable EV when the Dacia… Continue reading Patents Reveal Dacia Spring: The Most Affordable EV In Europe
Volkswagen Allegedly Demotes Head Of Software Division Due To ID.3 Issues
Even people that are not very familiar with EVs and Volkswagen have heard that the ID.3 will be put for sale without all its functionalities. That is a software issue, one that also delayed VW Golf’s deliveries, the most important car from the German brand. Someone had to pay for that. According to the German… Continue reading Volkswagen Allegedly Demotes Head Of Software Division Due To ID.3 Issues
Tesla Cancels Sub $40,000 Standard Range Tesla Model Y
When Tesla announced the Model Y, it was expected that the car would be available in several versions, including the entry-level Rear-Wheel Drive and Standard Range (just at a later point than the all-wheel-drive Long Range versions). All the versions (LR AWD Performance, LR AWD, LR RWD and SR RWD) were initially available in the online… Continue reading Tesla Cancels Sub $40,000 Standard Range Tesla Model Y
SK Innovation Begins Construction Of Its 2nd U.S. Battery Plant
SK Innovation, as promised, has started construction of its second lithium-ion battery cell factory in the U.S., which was designed for 11.7 GWh annually (starting in 2023). The first 9.8 GWh factory, at the same site in Commerce, Jackson County, Georgia, has been under construction since March 2019 and will start production in 2022. The… Continue reading SK Innovation Begins Construction Of Its 2nd U.S. Battery Plant
Audi CEO Says German Carmaker Will Soon Catch Up With Tesla
Focus.de thought it would be a good idea to promote debate between Bavaria’s Prime Minister, Markus Söder, and Audi CEO, Markus Duesmann. One of the discussion topics was if Tesla had beaten the Germans in the electric car run. According to Duesmann, Audi is “catching up with seven-mile boots.” Seven League Boots are a familiar… Continue reading Audi CEO Says German Carmaker Will Soon Catch Up With Tesla
Renault Trucks Delivers Its First Series-Produced D Z.E. Truck
The Delanchy Group confirms its commitment to electric mobility with Renault Trucks The Delanchy Group and Renault Trucks continue to work together in support of increasingly eco-friendly freight transportation. The freight carrier, which has been using a 100% electric Renault Trucks D prototype since 2017, has just received the very first D Z.E. series model.… Continue reading Renault Trucks Delivers Its First Series-Produced D Z.E. Truck
LEVC Presents Details For Its VN5 Range-Extended Electric Van
LEVC ANNOUNCES FULL DETAILS OF NEW ELECTRIC VAN, VN5 Bold, distinctive design and lightweight aluminium construction Flexible fast charging and low operating costs 24/7 cross-country capability – zero emissions in the city with a long-distance range Tailored for work – three specifications available Available to order now, visit www.levc.com/VN5 for more details Ansty, 8th July… Continue reading LEVC Presents Details For Its VN5 Range-Extended Electric Van
Audi Introduces A7 PHEV In The U.S.: Price/Specs
2021 Audi A7 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid captivates with electrified power and sleek sportback design Electric motor combined with TFSI® turbocharged 2.0-liter engine nets up to 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque A7 55 TFSI e can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds or can drive in nearly silent all-electric mode Standard… Continue reading Audi Introduces A7 PHEV In The U.S.: Price/Specs