Jim Farley's Electric Expedition Across the American West

Jim Farley, Ford's CEO, embarks on a trailblazing journey across the American West in an F-150 Lightning. With a desire to connect with EV drivers, researchers, and communities, he's taking to the road where millions have switched from fueling stations to charging stations. Farley's trip celebrates a new way of experiencing America and heralds a shift in how we engage with transportation technology.

A New Era at Tesla: Zachary Kirkhorn Steps Down, Vaibhav Taneja Takes Helm as CFO

In a significant leadership transition, Tesla's CFO, Zachary Kirkhorn, has announced his resignation after a 13-year association with the company. Replacing him will be Vaibhav Taneja, a key figure within Tesla since 2017. While the stock reacted to the news with a 1.3% drop, the transition appears smooth, with Kirkhorn assisting through the end of the year.

Green Ambitions: Shanghai's Bold Plan for Over 50% BEV Sales by 2025

Shanghai's commitment to new energy vehicles (NEVs) takes a giant leap forward, with the city planning to make over half of new vehicle purchases BEVs by 2025. In a city renowned for its embrace of electric vehicles, these ambitious targets include transitioning public sector vehicles and promoting electric and hydrogen fuel cell freight vehicles.

Integrity at Stake: Canoo Faces $1.5 Million SEC Fine for Misleading Revenue Forecasts

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has penalized EV startup Canoo for allegedly misleading investors during its IPO with inflated revenue forecasts. Former executives, including CEO Ulrich Kranz, are facing fines and bans, reflecting the serious nature of the charges.

A Shift in Strategy: Electrify America's New Station-Specific Pricing and Idle Fees

Charging infrastructure provider Electrify America is introducing a fresh pricing model, transitioning from uniform pricing to station-specific rates. Coupled with the reintroduction of idle fees, these changes signal a new phase in Electrify America's approach, with potential benefits and challenges for EV drivers.

A Leap Forward: Samsung SDI's Remarkable Early Success in 46xx Batteries Development

Samsung SDI is making waves in the EV battery industry with early successes in its development of 46xx-type cylindrical battery cells. Achieving performance targets ahead of schedule, Samsung is now preparing samples for customers, paving the way for potential widespread adoption of this new battery technology.

Nostalgia Meets Innovation: Mini Cooper's 2024 EV Model Melds Classic Design with Woodland Sounds


The 2024 Mini Cooper EV takes a retro-futuristic leap, merging timeless aesthetics with modern technology. From eight diverse drive modes that include woodland sounds to the recreation of classic Mini exhaust notes, this new model is an ode to Mini Cooper's heritage, wrapped in innovation.

Audi's RS6 Saloon to Return as Electric Rival in 2025

Audi Sport is reviving the RS6 saloon as an electric RS6 E-tron to compete with BMW's and Mercedes' new models. Expected to launch in the UK in 2025, it will build on Audi’s upcoming A6 E-tron models and feature a specially developed electric drivetrain, partly engineered with Porsche. The dual-motor system, 800V architecture, and fully variable electric Quattro system could make them the fastest-accelerating saloon and estate combinations. Other models will also use Audi's Premium Platform Electric (PPE) structure.

BYD-Alexander Dennis Celebrates Delivery of 1,500th Electric Bus

BYD UK and Alexander Dennis have delivered their 1,500th electric bus to Go-Ahead London. This partnership has been supplying electric buses since 2016, with Go-Ahead London being the largest single customer. Beyond the UK, these electric buses have also reached markets like Ireland and New Zealand.

UK to Launch Europe's First Lithium Refinery, Aiming to Power a Million EVs

The UK is building Europe's first lithium refinery to support EV battery produc