2024 Volkswagen ID.4: EPA Range, Energy Consumption And Price Comparison
The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 lineup includes various versions with different battery capacities and driving ranges, showcasing improvements in efficiency and range compared to the previous model year. [ more ]
Volvo EX30 RWD Noticeably More Efficient Than AWD In Video Range Test
The base rear-wheel drive version of the Volvo EX30 model outperformed the top Performance version in range tests, showing the impact of powertrain and weight on efficiency. [ more ]
The Chevrolet Camaro Could Return As A $34,995 Pony EV: GM President
The iconic Chevrolet Camaro is set to return as an all-electric car designed to appeal to a broader audience, positioned competitively in terms of pricing. [ more ]
This former Tesla engineer designed a battery that could make a $25K EV possible
Lithium-ion battery prices dropped 90% since 2008, leading to EV price parity. Bedrock Materials startup aims to make $25K Tesla feasible with sodium-ion batteries. [ more ]
Electric Vehicles Aren't Ready for Extreme Heat and Cold. Here's How to Fix Them
Extreme cold weather affects the performance of lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles, leading to longer charging times and reduced driving range.
Carmakers and scientists are working on solutions to improve the performance of EV batteries in extreme weather conditions. [ more ]
Global vehicle sales are expected to decline by around 20% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The transition to electric vehicles presents challenges related to the cost of batteries, range anxiety, and the need for charging infrastructure. [ more ]
Tesla launches Powerwall 3 next-gen home battery in Canada
Tesla has launched the Powerwall 3 home battery in Canada after the initial U.S. release, offering 11.5 kW of on-grid power and peak power of around 30 kW. [ more ]
Forget EVs: Why Bedrock Materials is targeting gas-powered cars for its first sodium-ion batteries | TechCrunch
Spencer Gore's startup, Bedrock Materials, focuses on developing sodium-ion batteries for traditional 12-volt lead-acid automotive batteries before transitioning to EV batteries. [ more ]
New Sony Xperia 1 VI leak details the cameras, chipset, and battery
Sony is expected to unveil Xperia 1 VI with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, improved cameras, software enhancements, 3.5mm headphone jack, and upgraded battery technology. [ more ]
2024 BYD Seal Review: If You Could Buy One, You'd Probably Want To
Legacy car manufacturers lag in EVs, China's BYD Seal competes with Tesla Model 3, offers high range, speed, and features at a competitive price. [ more ]
Polestar 5 Prototype Charges 10-80% In 10 Minutes At Over 370 KW
Polestar tested a 77 kWh battery with XFC cells, aiming for 100 kWh in the production Polestar 5, providing ultra-fast charging at 370 kW peak. [ more ]
Kemi Badenoch unveils 4.5bn funding plan for British manufacturing
The UK government has announced a funding package of several billion pounds to support key manufacturing sectors and boost investment.
The funding includes a 4.5 billion pound fund for strategic manufacturing sectors and a 50 million pound battery strategy to make the UK a leader in battery technology.
The government aims to support the development of zero-emission vehicles and energy-efficient aircraft equipment. [ more ]