Yokohama, Japan (May 5, 2024) – Nissan Motor Company has announced a new partnership with Silence, a Spanish electric vehicle manufacturer. The collaboration will see Nissan distribute Silence’s electric scooters and a unique light electric vehicle (LEV) called the S04 Nanocar in select European markets. Silence is known for its innovative scooters with removable batteries. … Read more
Magna International Inc. (Magna) unveiled its next-generation 800-volt eDrive system at CES 2024, boasting significant advancements in efficiency, power density, and size reduction. This new eDrive delivers a remarkable 93% efficiency in real-world driving conditions, a leap from the previous generation’s 91%. This translates to extended range and potential battery pack reductions for future electric … Read more
The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) market, the world’s largest, is experiencing a slowdown and a fierce price war among domestic manufacturers. Profits Plummet for EV Leaders BYD, China’s top EV producer in 2023, reported a significant drop in Q1 2024 profits compared to the previous quarter. Their net profit fell by 47%, despite a 13.4% … Read more
Israeli company StoreDot has proven its ultra-fast charging battery technology in a real-world application for the first time. The company’s batteries were used in the new Pulstar 5 electric car, achieving a staggering 10-minute charge time from 10% to 80% capacity. StoreDot’s “XFC” technology utilizes silicon-dominant cells, boasting exceptional cooling properties and high energy density. … Read more
New Zealand’s electric vehicle (EV) market is heating up with the arrival of the revamped MG ZS EV. This affordable option for eco-conscious drivers faces a formidable challenge from the recently launched BYD Atto 3. Atto 3 Edges Out ZS EV in Most Aspects Both MG ZS EV and BYD Atto 3 represent China’s growing … Read more
San Diego, CA – In a landmark moment for environmental progress, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and Bali Express, a San Diego-based freight company, collaborated to achieve the first-ever cross-border journey of a Class 8 heavy-duty electric semi-truck. This historic event marks a significant step towards a cleaner future for both the United States … Read more