Tag: Electric vehicles

UPDATE 1-GM abruptly replaces head of Cadillac brand

(Reuters) – General Motors Co (GM.N) said on Wednesday that it was replacing Johan de Nysschen as head of its Cadillac brand, ahead of the launch of a new sport utility vehicle central to GM’s hopes for luxury market growth. FILE PHOTO: Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen speaks during the presentation of the 2019 Cadillac… Continue reading UPDATE 1-GM abruptly replaces head of Cadillac brand

Barclays study on e-mobility: “BMW, Audi, Mercedes will fight back against Tesla”

All articles and backgrounds 04/18/2018 Barclays study on e-mobility “BMW, Audi, Mercedes will fight back against Tesla” BMW, Tesla BMW against Tesla: “The German carmaker will fight back” The British investment bank Barclays assumes that the German carmaker on the subject E-mobility their lag over the top dog Tesla Show stock market chart In the… Continue reading Barclays study on e-mobility: “BMW, Audi, Mercedes will fight back against Tesla”

Is Tesla really ready to conquer China?

The doors of the Middle Kingdom open and Tesla has the opportunity he hoped to get into it. For almost a year, the American electric vehicle specialist has been looking for to build a factory in China without having to partner with a local partner. On Monday, the Chinese government opened the way for him… Continue reading Is Tesla really ready to conquer China?

Tesla shuts down Model 3 production for five days amid quality concerns

As press reports begin to mount up about quality issues with its critical Model 3, Bloomberg reported that Tesla will shut down the Model 3 production line to improve automation on the Model 3 assembly line at its factory in Fremont, California. The company says the shutdown has been long-planned and that it will not… Continue reading Tesla shuts down Model 3 production for five days amid quality concerns

Buick unveils a stunning new all-electric 370 mile SUV concept w/ 4 second 0-60

I know that Electrek readers are tired of concept electric vehicles that have little chances of ever getting to production, but I thought this one was too stunning not to share. Buick unveiled a beautiful new all-electric SUV concept with “up to 370 miles” of range. Sure, why not 1 million miles as long as… Continue reading Buick unveils a stunning new all-electric 370 mile SUV concept w/ 4 second 0-60

VW Electrify America To Use ABB, BTC Power, Efacec and Signet Fast Chargers

In total, more than 2,000 DC fast chargers are to be installed at 484 locations by the end of 2019. Chargers will be supplied by ABB, BTC Power, Efacec and Signet. Here is the map with planned installations – 17 metropolitan areas and on highways in 39 states. Electrify America fast charging network Signet charger for… Continue reading VW Electrify America To Use ABB, BTC Power, Efacec and Signet Fast Chargers

All-electric Buick Enspire crossover SUV concept bows in China

Buick unveiled Tuesday an electric crossover SUV concept bound for the 2018 Beijing auto show with promise. In addition to 370 miles of range, the Buick Enspire concept can charge up to 80 percent in 40 minutes through fast and wireless charging. Its motors combine for 410 kilowatts (550 horsepower) of total output, and the… Continue reading All-electric Buick Enspire crossover SUV concept bows in China

Electrify America chooses ABB to power EVs across the US

US-based Electrify America has selected Swedish-Swiss based automation company ABB to supply its Terra HP charging stations as part of a massive electric vehicle infrastructure project in the United States. The chargers are claimed to recharge even the largest electric vehicle battery in under  15 minutes. Electrify America plans to place hundreds of charging stations… Continue reading Electrify America chooses ABB to power EVs across the US

Tesla, GM, Volkswagen score as China lifts auto ownership restrictions

Autoplay Show Thumbnails Show Captions Last SlideNext Slide U.S. President Donald Trump, right, and Chinese President Xi Jinping speak during a business event at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. (Photo: Andy Wong, AP) Tesla, General Motors, Volkswagen and other automakers scored a big win Tuesday as China announced plans to lift strict… Continue reading Tesla, GM, Volkswagen score as China lifts auto ownership restrictions