Tag: Electric vehicles

Geely’s Zeekr launches record-breaking MPV

Zeekr CEO An Conghui presents the 009 MPV on Nov 1, 2022. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Geely’s premium electric marque Zeekr launched its first multipurpose vehicle on Tuesday, marking its foray into the niche but promising segment in China. The model, called 009, aims to “feature the spaciousness of MPVs, the power of SUVs and… Continue reading Geely’s Zeekr launches record-breaking MPV

Tesla to debut two new models at CIIE

Poster of Tesla’s Model S Plaid. [Photo screenshot from Tesla’s Weibo] Electric-car giant Tesla will bring its Model S Plaid and S3XY to the 5th China International Import Expo, the company said on its Weibo account on Monday. The Model S/X Plaid will make their debut in the Chinese mainland, and have new appearance and… Continue reading Tesla to debut two new models at CIIE

Electric multipurpose vehicles to see revival

Denza, a joint venture between China’s BYD and Germany’s Daimler, launches its first MPV D9. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Carmakers are making inroads into the electric multiple purpose vehicle segment amid the launch of more sedans and SUVs. The move is a result of opportunities brought by growing family size and people traveling more in… Continue reading Electric multipurpose vehicles to see revival

CTEK Named 2022 Global Media Award Winner at The SEMA Show

CS FREE Battery Charger and Maintainer Emerged Among Thousands as Providing Significant Value to Customers Worldwide LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrating 25 years, CTEK, a leading global brand in battery charging solutions,  was recognized with a 2022 Global Media Award this week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas for its CS… Continue reading CTEK Named 2022 Global Media Award Winner at The SEMA Show

German Manager Magazine: Ford: Jim Farley sends Stuart Rowley into early retirement at the age of 55002118

Some people dream of early retirement in their mid-50s: Ford’s Vice President Steven Armstrong (58), Europe boss Stuart Rowley (55) and Lincoln boss Joy Falotico (55) can now live this dream. The company quit in a press release the departure of the three top managers. It remains to be seen whether this happened entirely voluntarily,… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Ford: Jim Farley sends Stuart Rowley into early retirement at the age of 55002118

Volta Trucks and Siemens partner on Truck as a Service offering

Commercial EV manufacturer Volta Trucks has signed a letter of intent with Siemens Smart Infrastructure, outlining a partnership to offer a Truck as a Service package that includes software control systems, facility electrification, charging infrastructure, energy management, building equipment and project finance. Siemens will oversee the technical infrastructure of the charging installations, including the hardware… Continue reading Volta Trucks and Siemens partner on Truck as a Service offering

The Mobility House manages charging for microgrid-powered electric bus fleet in Maryland

The Mobility House, in collaboration with partners including AlphaStruxure and Schneider Electric, has completed a microgrid-based infrastructure project that can charge electric buses without relying on the local utility. The Brookville Smart Energy Bus Depot in Montgomery County, Maryland incorporates solar canopies, natural gas generators, battery storage, microgrid controls and chargers to support 70 electric… Continue reading The Mobility House manages charging for microgrid-powered electric bus fleet in Maryland

English city of York installs EVSE to prepare for deployment of 44 electric buses

First York, the operator of local bus services in the historic cathedral city of York, England, has gained planning approval to install charging infrastructure as it prepares for the arrival of 44 electric buses next year. The agency will install charging units, along with the necessary transformer and switchgear, at its James Street depot. The… Continue reading English city of York installs EVSE to prepare for deployment of 44 electric buses

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 3 (Reuters) – Tesla’s (TSLA.O) dominant market share of the electric vehicle market in California slipped again this year, according to Reuters’ calculations based on government data from January to September, as rivals up their game. Tesla controlled 73% of the battery electric market in California from January to September, the lowest… Continue reading Gallery