During the Stellantis Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan presentation, Carlos Tavares, chief executive officer of Stellantis, revealed images of the first-ever 100% battery-electric Jeep SUV and the all-electric RAM 1500 BEV pickup truck, as the brand continues its initiatives toward the full electrification of its SUV portfolio, the company said. This new fully electric Jeep… Continue reading Stellantis Teases All-Electric Jeep, RAM 1500
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Polestar O2 Concept Imagines Future of Sportscars
Polestar, the all-electric performance car brand, has revealed a new concept car, the Polestar O2, that reimagines the future of sports roadsters for the electric age. “Polestar O2 is the hero car for our brand,” comments Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO. “It opens the door to our secret chamber of future potential. This is a taste… Continue reading Polestar O2 Concept Imagines Future of Sportscars
Ford Divides EV, ICE Business
Ford is splitting its electric vehicle and internal combustion engine businesses into two distinct operations, the automaker announced. Ford Blue will build the company’s portfolio of ICE vehicles, which the company said will aim to drive growth and profitability, while Ford Model e will accelerate the development of electric vehicles, software and connected vehicle technologies… Continue reading Ford Divides EV, ICE Business
‘Testang’ Shows What’s Possible with Performance EV Swaps
The possibilities regarding performance EV swaps continue to grow, as shown by a recent successful Mustang transplant by AEM EV. The EV controls arm of AEM Performance Electronics, AEM EV started with a 2007 Ford Mustang GT, added AEM and other aftermarket parts and swapped in a Tesla Large Drive Unit (LDU) to remake it… Continue reading ‘Testang’ Shows What’s Possible with Performance EV Swaps
Meyer Distributing Recognized by Partners
Meyer Distributing was recently recognized by two of its supplier partners, the company announced. Diode Dynamics named Meyer Distributing as its 2021 Top Distributor and Morimoto recognized the company as one of its 2021 Top Dealers. Both Diode Dynamics and Morimoto are suppliers in the lighting industry. “Meyer Distributing is proud to partner with these… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Recognized by Partners
Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled a new, all-electric performance sedan, the EQE. The vehicle is outfitted with AMG-specific solutions – particularly in the areas of drive, suspension, brakes, sound, exterior and interior design, and equipment, the German automaker said. The new Mercedes-AMG EQE offers a performance-oriented drive concept with two electric motors. The electric drivetrain (eATS), with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Unveils All-Electric Performance Sedan
Toyota to Provide bZ4X Buyers with Free Fast Charger Access
Customers who purchase or lease a new 2023 Toyota bZ4X will get one year of unlimited complimentary charging at all EVgo-owned and operated public DC fast charging stations nationwide, the companies announced. . “The arrival of our all-electric bZ4X marks an important step in our commitment towards electrifying 70% of our fleet by 2030. We… Continue reading Toyota to Provide bZ4X Buyers with Free Fast Charger Access
Stranded in an EV in the Cold?
Volkswagen set out to find how long one of its electric vehicles could keep you warm if you were stuck in winter weather…
Kia Partners with Electrify America
The partnership will provide Kia EV6 buyers with 1,000 kWh of complimentary EV charging at any Electrify America station…
BorgWarner Acquires Chinese Electric Motor Manufacturer
Santroll designs and manufactures hairpin and concentrated-winding technology eMotors for use in light vehicles…
White House Rolls Out $5B Funding Plan for Electric Vehicle Chargers
The funds will help states build a network of EV charging stations along designated alternative fuel corridors on the national highway system…
Autotrader’s Best New Cars of 2022
The list includes EVs, pickup trucks, luxury SUVs, performance hatchbacks and more…
New Gallium Nitride Semiconductors Could Decrease EV Charging Times
A tech company is using super-fast phone charger materials to develop faster and stronger EV charging systems…
Dana Spicer Electrified Motor, Inverter System to Power New Ultra4 EV Series
The TM4 SUMO LD system will provide up to 270 kW of power—equal to about 360 horsepower—and is designed to interface directly with standard rear differentials, gearboxes and axles…
E.C.D. Automotive Reveals Tesla-Powered Defender 110s
Both custom Defenders sport a 450-horsepower Tesla engine, as well as numerous interior and performance upgrades…