Tesla has announced that it produced its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell. Here’s what it means for its production growth. The 4680 battery cell is a new format, 46mm x 80mm, enabled by a few new technologies that Tesla announced at Battery Day in 2020. It’s the first time that Tesla is manufacturing its own… Continue reading Tesla produces 100 millionth battery cell, here’s what it means
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Kia and Honda’s massive incentives spark a surge in EV registrations in July
Several EV models sold with over $10,000 in incentives in July, driving registrations up 18% from last year in the US. Kia’s new EV9 was among the most heavily discounted, selling with over $19,700 in incentives. Other models, like the Honda Prologue and Volkswagen ID.4, were also heavily discounted, which helped spark growth. US EV… Continue reading Kia and Honda’s massive incentives spark a surge in EV registrations in July
Toyota bZ3C leaked as new Prius-lookalike electric SUV in China
A new Toyota electric crossover SUV is about to hit the world’s largest EV market. The Toyota bZ3C leaked in China on Friday, showing a familiar look. The new electric crossover SUV was developed with China’s leading EV maker, BYD. Toyota bZ3C leaked, revealing new electric SUV in China Toyota introduced the bZ3C concept at… Continue reading Toyota bZ3C leaked as new Prius-lookalike electric SUV in China
Toyota chairman set to visit Hyundai in Korea: Is another EV partnership coming?
Toyota’s former CEO and current chairman, Akio Toyoda, is heading to South Korea next month for a strategic meeting with Hyundai. With a private meeting scheduled between company chairpersons, is a new Toyota and Hyundai EV collaboration coming? On his first trip to Seoul in over a decade, Toyoda is scheduled to meet with Hyundai… Continue reading Toyota chairman set to visit Hyundai in Korea: Is another EV partnership coming?
This retro-futuristic Renault R17 EV restomod needs to go into production immediately [Video]
French automaker Renault recently unveiled an all-electric restomod of its classic R17 model launched in 1971. Imagined through a collaboration with French designer Ora Ïto, this unique Renault EV is a home run blending of a classic past with the technology of the future, and it needs to go into production. Forgive us for covering… Continue reading This retro-futuristic Renault R17 EV restomod needs to go into production immediately [Video]
Tesla is looking to sell its first virtual power plant
In a surprising move, Tesla announced that it is looking to sell its very first virtual power plant, which is operating in South Australia. Tesla has a long history with the energy industry in Australia, where it launched several first projects, such as its “big battery” project. South Australia, in particular, has a lot of… Continue reading Tesla is looking to sell its first virtual power plant
No wraps for Cybertruck, Chevy EV deals, and recycled solar takes off
On today’s electrifying episode of Quick Charge, we talk about Tesla full self driving and why it hasn’t made its way to HW3 vehicles, Cybertruck wraps are going away, and why it might be a great month to buy a new Chevy EV. We also ask why Tesla is stepping back Cybertruck wraps, talk up Chevy’s… Continue reading No wraps for Cybertruck, Chevy EV deals, and recycled solar takes off
GM may buy Chinese EV batteries, but they will be made in the US
A GM electric car with Chinese EV batteries on US streets? That could soon be a possibility. GM is in talks to buy batteries from China’s CATL to be assembled at a new US plant. According to sources close to the matter, the deal would resemble CATL’s partnership with Ford and Tesla. The deal would… Continue reading GM may buy Chinese EV batteries, but they will be made in the US
GM and Hyundai to ‘immediately’ explore partnerships in EV development and supply chains
General Motors (GM) and Hyundai Motor Group announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to explore potential partnerships across a myriad of automotive tech segments, including joint EV and powertrain development, manufacturing, and supply chain sourcing. One of the world’s most prominent American automakers has announced a potential landmark partnership with one of the… Continue reading GM and Hyundai to ‘immediately’ explore partnerships in EV development and supply chains
GM and EVgo to deploy hundreds of 350kW fast chargers at new flagship stations across the US
Longtime collaborators General Motors (GM) and EVgo are expanding upon their existing relationship to bring flagship EV charging stations to major metropolitan areas around the United States. The new stations will be home to 400 fast-charging stalls, some of which will deliver charge rates as high as 350kW. As GM ($GM) continues to expand its… Continue reading GM and EVgo to deploy hundreds of 350kW fast chargers at new flagship stations across the US