Zeekr has unveiled its first in-house-developed battery, a lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) unit that features in the Chinese EV firm’s new 007 saloon. Called the Golden Battery, it’s billed as the world’s first mass-produced 800V LFP battery to offer ultra-fast charging capability. It can accept rates of up to 500kW. Zeekr claimed the Golden Battery, which is also planned to be used… Continue reading New 800V Zeekr battery can charge at 500kW
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Alfa Romeo Milano: electric SUV named ahead of April reveal
Alfa Romeo has named its new small SUV the Milano, as a tribute to the company’s Italian home city, and confirmed it will reveal the car in April next year. The new crossover – which appeared for the first time in leaked images recently – takes Alfa Romeo back into the B-segment for the first… Continue reading Alfa Romeo Milano: electric SUV named ahead of April reveal
@Geely: Global News Tue 05 Dec 2023Lotus wins ‘Brand Of The Year’ in Carwow awards 2024
Lotus ends its 75th anniversary year on a high with prestigious award Carwow judges describe Lotus Eletre as “a really impressive electric SUV” and Emira as “peak Lotus” London, UK – 5 December 2023 Lotus is ending its 75th anniversary year on a high as it’s named ‘Brand of the Year’ by automotive one-stop shop and… Continue reading @Geely: Global News Tue 05 Dec 2023Lotus wins ‘Brand Of The Year’ in Carwow awards 2024
@Geely: Global News Tue 28 Nov 2023Lotus launches charging solutions for electric vehicles
Lotus commits to developing its own range of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions as part of journey to becoming all-electric by 2028 Next-generation charging solutions developed by Lotus have been designed to increase confidence in charging infrastructure and accelerate electrification adoption Lotus’ new charging offerings are available today in China and expected to be rolled… Continue reading @Geely: Global News Tue 28 Nov 2023Lotus launches charging solutions for electric vehicles
@Geely: Regional News Fri 17 Nov 2023Lotus opens flagship showroom in South Korea
New store offers customers an exclusive opportunity to experience the company’s product range in person Announcement marks major milestone for Lotus, as the business scales globally and transforms to an all electric luxury technology brand Seoul, South Korea – 17 November 2023 Lotus today has announced the company has opened its flagship showroom in Dosandae-ro,… Continue reading @Geely: Regional News Fri 17 Nov 2023Lotus opens flagship showroom in South Korea
Global Times: China-aided library applauded as new cultural landmark for El Salvador
BEIJING, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The China-aided mega modern library, located in the historic center of El Salvador’s capital San Salvador, will not only help to propel educational, cultural, and technological development in the country, but also stands as a monument of friendship between China and the Central American country, Chinese ambassador to El… Continue reading Global Times: China-aided library applauded as new cultural landmark for El Salvador
GM delays another major EV initiative after pushing back electric Silverado, GMC Sierra
From left to right: 2025 GMC Sierra EV Elevation, 2025 GMC Sierra EV AT4, 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 (Source: GMC) In its latest setback, GM is delaying the launch of EV drive production at its Toledo Propulsion Systems plant in Ohio. The company will now begin building electric drives at the end… Continue reading GM delays another major EV initiative after pushing back electric Silverado, GMC Sierra
Vietnam tech firm FPT launches auto subsidiary in US, plans $100m investment
Vietnam’s leading tech firm FPT has established an automotive technology subsidiary in Texas, it said on Thursday, with a $100-million plan to expand globally to serve clients such as Hyundai and Honda. The unit, FPT Automotive, is backed by the software arm of Vietnam’s biggest listed tech company by market value, FPT, which offers AI,… Continue reading Vietnam tech firm FPT launches auto subsidiary in US, plans $100m investment
China accuses EU of ‘naked protectionism’ in fight for electric vehicle market
China blasted the European Union’s probe into Beijing’s electric car subsidies as a “naked act of protectionism,” as the battle to access the bloc’s growing clean-car market risks sparking a trade war between the two economic powerhouses. The decision to launch an investigation into Beijing’s state subsidies will have a “negative impact” on the E.U.’s… Continue reading China accuses EU of ‘naked protectionism’ in fight for electric vehicle market
German Manager Magazine: Northvolt: How Europe’s largest battery cell manufacturer is fighting against CATL, BYD, LG and Panasonic002947
Christofer Haux, Northvolt’s German managing director, called for clarity at the end of November. Clarity about state aid for the gigafactory in Heide, Schleswig-Holstein , which the Swedish company has already started building. After the climate fund ruling from Karlsruhe, funding was temporarily shaky. While other corporations continue tremble about the state’s billions, Haux and… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Northvolt: How Europe’s largest battery cell manufacturer is fighting against CATL, BYD, LG and Panasonic002947