Tag: Electric vehicles

Noodoe’s EV Exceed DC fast charger cranks out 950 volts

Most of today’s EVs operate on 400-volt systems, but 800 volts is clearly the near future. Higher-voltage systems can deliver the same amount of power with less current, which means that charging rates can get higher without making charging cables impractically heavy and bulky. Charger manufacturer Noodoe explains that DC fast chargers are going to… Continue reading Noodoe’s EV Exceed DC fast charger cranks out 950 volts

Ola’s EV entry gives spark to price war

While demand is rising for electric two-wheelers, the supply of parts from China has been hit, which is hampering volumes. Ride-hailing firm Ola’s entry into the electric two-wheeler space has triggered a price war in the segment. EV players like Ather, Okinawa, Pure EV, Simple Energy and traditional two-wheeler makers such as TVS Motor Co,… Continue reading Ola’s EV entry gives spark to price war

Li Auto (LI) Slashes Q3 Delivery Forecast Amid Chip Dearth

Li Auto LI recently trimmed its third-quarter 2021 delivery guidance. The China-based electric vehicle (EV) maker now expects to deliver about 24,500 vehicles in the third quarter, down from the previous outlook of vehicle deliveries between 25,000 to 26,000 units. Backed by China’s food delivery giant Meituan, Li Auto, which debuted on Nasdaq on Jul… Continue reading Li Auto (LI) Slashes Q3 Delivery Forecast Amid Chip Dearth

Autos & Transportation · 2:45 PM UTCQuantumScape partners with unidentified large automaker to test battery prototypesU.S. battery maker QuantumScape …

Sept 21 (Reuters) – U.S. battery maker QuantumScape Corp (QS.N) said on Tuesday it had partnered with an undisclosed large automaker to evaluate prototypes of its solid-state battery cells, sending the Volkswagen AG-backed (VOWG_p.DE) firm’s shares 11% higher. The deal also includes an option for the automaker to purchase 10-megawatt hours worth of battery capacity… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 2:45 PM UTCQuantumScape partners with unidentified large automaker to test battery prototypesU.S. battery maker QuantumScape …

A life and death question for regulators: Is Tesla’s Autopilot safe?

(Reuters) – Robin Geoulla had doubts about the automated driving technology equipped on his Tesla Model S when he bought the electric car in 2017. A crashed state police car is seen in Eaton County, Michigan, U.S., March 17, 2021, in this picture obtained from social media. Picture taken March 17,2021. MSP FIRST DISTRICT/via REUTERS… Continue reading A life and death question for regulators: Is Tesla’s Autopilot safe?

German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: In 2030, Daimler Truck wants to sell more trucks with electric drives in Europe than with combustion engines

Electric Mercedes-Benz eActros truck According to Daimler Truck boss Martin Daum, the manufacturer is severely affected by the shortages in semiconductor products. (Photo: dpa) Stuttgart The truck manufacturer Daimler Truck is severely reducing the proportion of conventional internal combustion engines to reduce climate-damaging CO2 emissions. “In 2030, we want to sell more electric trucks in… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: In 2030, Daimler Truck wants to sell more trucks with electric drives in Europe than with combustion engines

@Daimler: Efficiently and sustainably into the future

With its products, technologies and services, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is underlining its commitment to providing haulage industry companies with the trucks that best meet their needs, either with conventional or electric drive systems. While the Actros F is geared towards the interplay of cost efficiency and functionality, the luxurious Actros L sets new benchmarks in the… Continue reading @Daimler: Efficiently and sustainably into the future

@Geely: Tue 21 Sep 2021 Lotus reveals pioneering blueprint for next generation electric sports cars Just weeks after Lotus confirmed it will be launching a new …

World premiere for innovative new lightweight EV structure Developed through Project LEVA research programme, rear structure is 37% lighter than on Lotus Emira V6 Will be integrated into Lotus electric sports car architecture Versatile architecture supports multiple layouts, wheelbase lengths, battery sizes and configurations  Technology on display at Cenex LCV event on 22/23 September (Hethel,… Continue reading @Geely: Tue 21 Sep 2021 Lotus reveals pioneering blueprint for next generation electric sports cars Just weeks after Lotus confirmed it will be launching a new …