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Technology Mercedes exec doesn't think EVs will get cheaper anytime soon - report

Mercedes exec doesn't think EVs will get cheaper anytime soon - report

Material for batteries is expensive, and demand could outstrip available supplies.
By Brian Potter 07 April 2022
Official Honda and GM announce shared EV platform, first model arrives in 2027

Honda and GM announce shared EV platform, first model arrives in 2027

They are negotiating collaboration on future batteries, too.
By Brian Potter 06 April 2022
Industry Electric vehicle cost may go up due to Russian invasion

Electric vehicle cost may go up due to Russian invasion

One study predicts that it could cost manufacturers up to $8,000 more to make an EV battery pack by the end of 2022.
By Brian Potter 22 March 2022
Teasers Newcomer Deus Automobiles teases upcoming electric hypercar

Newcomer Deus Automobiles teases upcoming electric hypercar

It is going to be unveiled in New York next month.
By Brian Potter 17 March 2022
Safety Half UK drivers

Half UK drivers "concerned" about safety of EV battery repairs

New survey shows drivers worry about the safety of electric car battery replacements after accidents.
By James Fossdyke 09 March 2022
04:15 Official Ford splits in two: Model E division for EVs, Blue for petrol

Ford splits in two: Model E division for EVs, Blue for petrol

The Model E division will also handle advanced driving tech and will create a new vehicle shopping experience.
By Brian Potter 03 March 2022
Industry Hyundai announces 11 new EVs by 2030, Genesis to launch 6

Hyundai announces 11 new EVs by 2030, Genesis to launch 6

The South Korean company wants to start selling 1.87 million BEVs annually by the end of the decade.
By Brian Potter 03 March 2022
Official Stellantis plans 100 percent electric vehicle sales in Europe by 2030

Stellantis plans 100 percent electric vehicle sales in Europe by 2030

The US lineup would be 50 percent electric under the company's Dare Forward 2030 plan.
By Brian Potter 02 March 2022
Rumours Volvo planning five EVs, two plug-in hybrids for the years ahead

Volvo planning five EVs, two plug-in hybrids for the years ahead

The first new EV will be launched next year.
By Brian Potter 28 February 2022
Commercial Vehicles Europe: Electric truck market almost tripled In 2021

Europe: Electric truck market almost tripled In 2021

Volvo Trucks sells more than any other manufacturer.
By Brian Potter 24 February 2022
Green Fiat will become purely electric in Europe in 2027

Fiat will become purely electric in Europe in 2027

A new EV is joining the Fiat lineup in 2022 or 2023.
By Brian Potter 24 February 2022
Safety UK traffic officers get new kit to help move broken-down cars more quickly

UK traffic officers get new kit to help move broken-down cars more quickly

National Highways has given its patrols 'skates' and battery boosters to help move stricken vehicles.
By James Fossdyke 24 February 2022
Green UK: Car industry calls for

UK: Car industry calls for "binding targets" in charge point rollout

A leading industry body says the scheme would improve consumer confidence.
By James Fossdyke 23 February 2022
Industry Ford denies EV spinoff, reportedly plans brand reorganisation

Ford denies EV spinoff, reportedly plans brand reorganisation

Ford CEO Jim Farley is said to plan a separation of the EV business internally as its own unit.
By Brian Potter 22 February 2022
Green UK: Slow charger rollout may

UK: Slow charger rollout may "hinder" electric car adoption, RAC warns

The RAC says there aren't enough rapid chargers to support electric car uptake.
By James Fossdyke 22 February 2022
Pricing Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV vRS on sale this week with prices from £52k

Skoda Enyaq Coupe iV vRS on sale this week with prices from £52k

vRS models get 295 bhp and lowered suspension, plus some exterior tweaks.
By James Fossdyke 16 February 2022
Safety Almost half UK drivers would take an electric car driving lesson

Almost half UK drivers would take an electric car driving lesson

The AA says the Highway Code should include more information on electric vehicles (EVs).
By James Fossdyke 15 February 2022
Commercial Vehicles UK van market suffers in January after bumper month last year

UK van market suffers in January after bumper month last year

But estimates suggest 2022 will still be a strong year for the industry.
By James Fossdyke 08 February 2022
Industry UK: Mixed results for new car market in January amid ongoing troubles

UK: Mixed results for new car market in January amid ongoing troubles

Sales were up 27.5 percent on January 2021, but down 22.9 percent on pre-pandemic January 2020.
By James Fossdyke 08 February 2022
Government MPs say new tax needed as electric car numbers rise

MPs say new tax needed as electric car numbers rise

A cross-party group has suggested road pricing as an alternative.
By James Fossdyke 08 February 2022
Teasers Norwegian startup Fresco shows eight-seater 620-mile EV

Norwegian startup Fresco shows eight-seater 620-mile EV

The company’s new vehicle is not a saloon, but a large crossover/people carrier called XL.
By Brian Potter 04 February 2022
Motorsport.com Chilton becomes development driver for Speirling EV car

Chilton becomes development driver for Speirling EV car

Max Chilton has joined McMurtry Automotive as head development driver as the company seeks to develop the “ultimate electric track car”
By David Malsher 04 February 2022
Technology Koenigsegg's Quark E-Motor makes 355 bhp

Koenigsegg's Quark E-Motor makes 355 bhp

It is presented next to a 330 millilitre can of energy drink for scale, to emphasise its tininess.
By Brian Potter 02 February 2022
Pricing Volkswagen ID.5 goes on sale in the UK with prices from £50,550

Volkswagen ID.5 goes on sale in the UK with prices from £50,550

The high-performance GTX Max model will come in at £58,640.
By James Fossdyke 28 January 2022
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