Sony, Honda to jointly develop EV to be available in 2025
Sony Group Corporation (Sony) and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) have signed a memorandum of understanding that outlines their intent to establish a joint venture (new company) through which they plan to engage in the joint development and sales of high value-added battery electric vehicles (EVs) and commercialize them in conjunction with providing mobility services.
U.S. EV research spikes as gas prices rise
Let’s face it: Gas prices are a problem. But unlike the last time gas prices peaked, today there’s an intriguing option for avoiding the issue altogether: electric vehicles. And while most consumers have yet to actually pull the trigger on owning one of these vehicles, data shows that the thought of parking one in the
‘Electric Truck Hydropower’ could swap dams for EVs
Mountain regions have a large potential for hydropower that cannot be harnessed effectively by conventional technologies. However, International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IISA) researcher Julian Hunt and an international team of researchers say they have developed a hydropower technology based on electric trucks that could provide a flexible and clean solution for electricity generation
Hino to join hydrogen demo study in California ports
Hino USA has been awarded a grant provided by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), a Japanese governmental agency, to promote new technology for energy and environmental sector, along with Hino Motors, Ltd. The grant supports the demonstration of Hino’s Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in real-world operations in California ports.
GM expands North America-focused EV supply chain
General Motors Co. and POSCO Chemical are working with the governments of Canada and Quebec to build a new facility in Bécancour, Quebec, estimated at $400 million. The new facility will produce cathode active material (CAM) for GM’s Ultium batteries, which will power electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV and
Ford F-150 Lightning with battery pack hits 320-mile EPA-estimate
Ford recently announced that the new, all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup has completed final EPA testing. F-150 Lightning XLT and Lariat trims with the extended range battery take consumers an EPA-estimated range of 320 miles, while the F-150 Lightning Platinum has an EPA-estimated range of 300 miles. Fleet customers have the option to purchase the extended
EVgo chosen as Subaru preferred EV charging partner
EVgo Inc. has been selected as the preferred EV charging partner of Subaru of America, Inc. This news comes on the heels of Subaru unveiling its first zero-emissions vehicle, the 2023 Solterra EV SUV. Subaru drivers will have access to all the benefits of EVgo’s network, including 24/7 customer support. Subaru drivers can charge at
UTI taps Bosch to develop EV training programs
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) selected Bosch to support the development of new courseware that helps meet the needs of the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, which continues to see record sales and a demand for skilled technicians. According to a recent report by McKinsey, it is expected that 65% of new car sales will be
Indian Motorcycle, Super73 partner on eFTR Hooligan 1.2 e-bike
Indian Motorcycle and Super73 have partnered to introduce the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 e-bike. Launching with a limited first release, the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 combines a trusted electric powertrain from SUPER73 with moto-inspired styling from Indian Motorcycle. Engineered for recreational sport use and urban transportation, the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 features an aluminum chassis, 20-in. wheels, disc
GenZ EV Solutions EV charger market
GenZ EV Solutions has entered the U.S. market with a battery-buffered, ultra-fast EV charger and a suite of services for businesses transitioning into eMobility. GenZ EV Solutions and Germany´s ADS-TEC Energy signed an agreement appointing GenZ as its distributor for the automotive vertical throughout the Americas. ADS-TEC Energy’s battery-buffered technology enables widespread, ultra-fast charging (up
Sono Motors enters series-validation phase with Sion solar car
Sono Motors is building a fleet of series-validation vehicles of its Sion solar electric car for testing. These cars consist of series components and correspond to the planned final design, which was established at the beginning of the year alongside completion of the second-generation prototype program and the accompanying definition of components as well as
Kia to provide California on-demand concierge charging service
Kia America is partnering with Currently mobile charging service to provide its electric vehicle (EV) owners with an on-demand concierge service now available in three important California markets: Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose. Based on customer reception of this pilot program, future expansion to cities around the country will be considered. The program
