Tag: Electric Vehicles

Consumer Survey: Cost Limiting EV Adoption

More Americans would drive electric vehicles (EVs) if they cost the same as their gas-powered cars, according to Hankook Tire’s Gauge Index consumer survey. The Gauge Index: EV Edition found that more than half (54%) of Americans said they would be somewhat to much more likely to purchase an EV instead of a gas-powered vehicle… Continue reading Consumer Survey: Cost Limiting EV Adoption

Electrify America to Add NACS Connector to Network

Electrify America is adding the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector to Electrify America and Electrify Canada’s fast charging networks, the company announced. Electrify America will continue to provide the Combined Charging System (CCS-1) connector throughout its network as it transitions to also support automakers adding NACS charging ports. The company will work to offer… Continue reading Electrify America to Add NACS Connector to Network

Survey: EV Consideration at Record High

Despite growing interest, a gap exists between consumer enthusiasm for electric vehicles (EVs) and their actual purchasing decisions, according to new research released today by Cox Automotive. The 2023 Path to EV Adoption: Consumer and Dealer Perspectives study also reveals a lack of EV readiness among U.S. automotive dealers regarding sales and service, Cox said.… Continue reading Survey: EV Consideration at Record High

SEMA to Host Webinar on Chassis Dyno Testing an EV

An upcoming webinar from SEMA will cover chassis dyno testing electric vehicles, the organization announced. Scheduled for July 13, the webinar will feature Michael Caldwell, the sales manager at Mustang Advanced Engineering, who will discuss the following subjects: The difference between dyno testing an EV and an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle. How to prepare… Continue reading SEMA to Host Webinar on Chassis Dyno Testing an EV

BorgWarner Acquires Electric Hybrid Systems Business

BorgWarner has entered into an agreement to acquire Eldor Corporation’s electric hybrid systems segment for $83 million, the companies announced. Headquartered in Italy, Eldor’s EHS segment includes on-board chargers (OBCs), DC/DC converters, and integrated high voltage boxes, the company said. The acquisition is expected to enhance BorgWarner’s capabilities in engineering 400V and 800V on-board chargers… Continue reading BorgWarner Acquires Electric Hybrid Systems Business

OPTIMA to Support Rivian R1T PPIHC Entry

OPTIMA Batteries is returning to the 101st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb to charge the first-ever Rivian R1T to compete in the hill climb, the company announced. Alongside the R1T, OPTIMA is also sponsoring Tanner Foust in a bespoke Radford Type 62-2 Pikes Peak Edition, 2022 PPIHC winner Robin Shute, two-time PPIHC… Continue reading OPTIMA to Support Rivian R1T PPIHC Entry

Toyota Announces Plans for EV Battery Development Facility

Toyota Motor North America will invest nearly $50 million to construct a new laboratory facility at its North American R&D headquarters in York Township, Michigan to evaluate batteries for electric and electrified vehicles in North America, the automaker announced. Operations at the new battery lab are expected to begin in 2025. “This new investment in… Continue reading Toyota Announces Plans for EV Battery Development Facility

GM Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network

General Motors is partnering with Tesla to integrate the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector design into its EVs beginning in 2025, which will expand access to charging for GM EV drivers at 12,000 Tesla Superchargers, the companies announced. “Our vision of the all-electric future means producing millions of world-class EVs across categories and price… Continue reading GM Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network