A Chinese company called Penghui Energy in Guangzhou has announced its first solid-state battery and it may beat established players to the market. Its solution has an energy density of 280 Wh/kg, which isn't particularly impressive given that the...
Samsung has announced a partnership with US chip giant Qualcomm Technologies. The collaboration will focus on producing advanced chips for a range of automotive applications, particularly for the in-vehicle infotainment and driver-assistance...
In a move that will significantly impact the electric vehicle market in Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that the country will impose a hefty 100% tariff on Chinese-made EVs. Canada follows similar measures taken by the US...
The electric vehicle revolution is gaining momentum, with sales surging in most regions worldwide. While many skeptics may cling to the notion that the internal combustion engine still holds a dominant position, the future of transportation lies...
Modern cars gain more and more passenger safety features, moving past crash survivability, and attempting to prevent accidents from occurring at all. However our experience with car reviews tells us that they are also getting increasingly more...
China's automotive market witnessed a remarkable milestone in July 2024. For the first time, electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids combined to outsell their gasoline-powered counterparts. This momentous occasion clearly shows the rapid pace of EV...
Forge Battery just announced that it started shipping its 21700 cylindrical Li-Ion battery cells with an impressive 300 Wh/kg energy density. The new battery is now being distributed to potential partners and current ones too. The 21700...
Electric vehicles are transforming the automotive landscape, but lingering questions remain about their performance in extreme weather. A perfectly timed ADAC test put a Tesla Model Y through its paces, simulating a grueling summer traffic jam to...
Back in May, the US Trade Representative's office proposed to quadruple import tariffs on Chinese EVs from 25% to 100% and batteries from 7.5% to 25% in order to protect local manufacturing. The new tariffs should have gone into effect on August 1...
The European Commission has indicated a willingness to potentially lower import tariffs on China-made electric vehicles produced by Volkswagen and BMW. This could significantly impact the European EV market and reshape the dynamics between European...
In an attempt to tackle the growing pains of electric vehicle adoption, Electrify America is piloting a new program at 10 of its Southern California charging stations. The program limits EV charging to 85% battery capacity, a move aimed at reducing...
After announcing the new tariffs on Chinese EV imports in early June, the EU revised the tariffs before making them enter provisional effect today. The tariffs now range from 17.4% to 37.6%, depending on a couple of factors. The new import taxes on...
The European Union has made slight adjustments to its proposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles after receiving feedback from impacted companies, offering a minor concession in the ongoing trade dispute. However, the revised tariffs still impose...
The Golden State has always been a pioneer in electric vehicle adoption, offering tempting carrots like cold hard cash and the coveted perk of bypassing rush hour traffic in the HOV lane. Now, California is sweetening the deal even further with a...
The 102nd Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, a grueling 12 miles race up a treacherous mountain, witnessed a historic feat as electric vehicles claimed numerous victories, setting new records and challenging traditional notions of automotive...
Beijing and Brussels are set for high-stakes discussions over the European Union's investigation into subsidies for Chinese electric vehicles. This comes after the EU announced preliminary tariffs on Chinese EV imports, sparking strong opposition...
Amidst the escalating trade tensions between China and the European Union, Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers have proposed a 25% tariff on large European internal combustion engine vehicles. This proposal is a direct response to the EU's recent...
Google is rolling a new update to Android Auto, with some changes aimed at bolstering both safety and user experience. Version 12.2, now readily available for download via the Google Play Store, primarily comes with new nuanced design elements to...
The European Union's recent decision to impose tariffs as high as 38% on electric vehicles imported from China has sent ripples through the automotive industry, particularly among German automakers. Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen, who have all...
Germany has solidified its position as Europe's leading electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2023, German automakers produced a staggering 1.27 million electric cars, comprising both battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. This figure places...
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