LEVC celebrates 7,000 global electric taxi sales
The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) recently marked the 7,000th global sale of its TX electric taxi. Since launching in 2018, the TX has run in more than 20 countries worldwide, including London, Paris, Cairo, Madrid and Tokyo. Over the last four years, the TX has traveled more than 418 million miles and prevented 127 million tons of CO2 from being
DeLorean shares new images of the Alpha5 EV
DeLorean Motor Company, Inc. has given the public its first complete look at the Alpha5, the company’s all-new EV. Gallery photos explore the coupe’s exterior and interior, including DeLorean’s iconic gull-wing doors. Also shown is the dimensions of the car, two of its exterior paint colors, including a launch edition debuting at the Pebble Beach
Volvo Trucks touts VNR Electric sales, battery circularity initiatives
At a press conference held during this year’s ACT Expo, Volvo Trucks North America touted a pair of customer orders for its VNR Electric truck and provided an overview of Volvo Energy infrastructure development and “battery circularity.” NFI Industries is increasing its investment in electromobility solutions with its latest order of 60 Volvo VNR Electric
Sysco to buy 800 Freightliner eCascadias from Daimler Truck N.A.
Sysco Corporation and Daimler Truck North America jointly announced a letter of intent to deploy up to nearly 800 battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors serving Sysco customers by 2026. The first eCascadia delivery is expected to arrive at Sysco’s Riverside, California site later this year. Sysco says it aims to power more of its
Farasis expands fourth-gen. EV battery development
Farasis Energy says it is expanding its fourth generation of battery cells for e-vehicles with an “ultra-high power variant” that achieves a fast charging time of fewer than 15 minutes – while maintaining a high energy density of 300 Wh/kg, the company says. This variant has been undergoing external testing by customers and will be ready for
Hopium partners with Bridgestone to develop Hopium Machina tires
Hopium is partnering with Bridgestone to develop tires for its sedan, Hopium Machina. The goal of the partnership is to design bespoke tyres with low rolling resistance technology, a major factor to enhance the vehicle’s 1,000km (approx. 620 miles) driving range. The tires will be created using Bridgestone’s proprietary “Virtual Tire Development” technology. Under its
Fisker, Foxconn confirm Fisker Pear production in Ohio
Fisker Inc. has confirmed that it will produce its second vehicle, the Fisker Pear, at a factory acquired in Ohio. The Fisker Pear will enter production in 2024. The companies say both the Fisker and Foxconn teams are fully engaged and expect to build a minimum of 250,000 Fisker Pear units a year at the
Carrier Transicold highlights Electric eCool Series for refrigerated transport
Carrier Transicold showcased a range of electric transport refrigeration and cooling products as part of its eCool series, which help lower emissions for customers across the cold chain, during a press conference at ACT Expo, held in Long Beach, Calif. The eCool family, includes sustainable solutions for heavy-duty tractors and trailers, as well as medium- and
Hyundai establishes its first U.S. EV/battery facilities
Hyundai Motor Group has entered into an agreement with the State of Georgia to build its first dedicated full electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities in the U.S. The group’s U.S. investment decision will support its goal of becoming a leader in electric mobility in the U.S. market, the company says. It also highlights the
Allison Transmission, Xos partner on heavy-duty EVs
Xos Inc. has entered a strategic partnership with Allison Transmission Inc. to jointly develop heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 commercial electric vehicles. Allison has delivered the initial eGen Power e-Axle hardware for integration, validation and testing in heavy-duty vehicle platforms that are designed and built by Xos. Allison will deliver additional eGen Power 100S and
Advance Auto Parts introduces 12V DieHard battery for hybrids, EVs
Advance Auto Parts has introduced DieHard EV batteries with xEV by Clarios. The company says it is the first auto parts retailer to sell 12-volt batteries designed specifically for hybrid and electric vehicles. DieHard EV batteries feature low-voltage technology designed to provide superior reliability, durability and safety for all hybrid and electric vehicles, the company
Biden admin. takes lead on zero-emission school bus deployment
The White House has announced the first round of funding for electric school buses as part of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. $500 million will be available to help school districts purchase vehicles and install infrastructure. As of September 2021, there were 1,738 electric school buses awarded, ordered, delivered and deployed in the United
