Category: Electric Vehicles
Nissan unveils new battery ‘gigafactory’ in Sunderland
Nissan has announced details of a new battery "gigafactory" that will enable its Sunderland car plant to increase production of electric vehicles. Building on Nissan's 35 years of manufacturing in Sunderland, the project will create 6,200 jobs at Nissan and its UK suppliers, including more than 900 new Nissan jobs and 750 new Envision AESC…
Ducati launches first folding e-bike
Ducati presents the MG-20, the first folding e-bike in magnesium in the Ducati Urban e-Mobility line, developed under license by MT Distribution.The new MG-20 is nimble and light, claims Ducati. Frame, forks and rims are made of magnesium, a material that ensures lightness and solidity, thus providing maximum performance without affecting impact resistance. The small size…
ZeroAvia to develop hydrogen-electric aircraft
ZeroAvia has secured two 19-seat Dornier 228 turboprops for the next phase of its hydrogen-electric-powered aircraft development efforts, reports Future Flight. The company plans to replace the aircraft’s twin engines with two 600 kW electric powertrain units and hydrogen fuel tanks eventually holding 100 kg (220 pounds) of compressed gaseous hydrogen to support a projected…
UK Government partners with Motability for EV chargepoints
The UK is hoping to encourage a more inclusive, reliable electric vehicle (EV) charging network, with the Government and charity sector coming together to set accessibility standards, Transport Minister Rachel Maclean has announced today (30 June). In partnership with national disability charity Motability, the Department for Transport has commissioned the British Standards Institute (BSI) to develop…
LEVC unveils first impressions of new e-Camper
The LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) has revealed first impressions of its new all-electric leisure vehicle, the e-Camper. Billed as the world’s first electric campervan, the e-Camper combines zero-emission capability with zero range anxiety – making it the perfect way to explore the great outdoors with the benefit of low environmental impact, claims LEVC.…
Tesla outperforms rivals’ stocks with 224% ROI in last 12 months
Tesla remains among the notable growth stocks that have recorded significant returns for investors, despite the electric vehicle manufacturer's stock slumping in 2021. According to data acquired by Finbold, Tesla stock registered an ROI of 224.93% between June 2020 and June 2021, outperforming some of its major competitors. Among the selected vehicle manufacturers, Tesla only trailed…
EAV delivers electric vehicles to Oxford’s covered market
Electric Assisted Vehicles (EAV), the Oxfordshire-based micro-mobility manufacturer, has delivered two new EAV2Cubed vehicles to Oxford's Covered Market as part of a £200,000 Government-funded trial of new zero-emissions delivery methods in the city. Named Aria and Atlas by Oxford City Council, the two EAV2Cubed vehicles will be used by the various businesses of the Covered…
Expanded Volvo XC40 EV range now available from £50,000
The expanded Volvo XC40 Recharge pure electric range is now available for UK customers to purchase online. Three new versions of the compact SUV have been introduced, with updated equipment specifications. The new all-electric cars are available to purchase outright or can be accessed via two different Care by Volvo subscription packages. The range comprises…
Polestar 3 electric SUV to be manufactured in US
Polestar, a premium electric car brand from Sweden, announces today its first all-electric SUV, dubbed the Polestar 3, will be manufactured in the United States. An aerodynamic electric performance SUV, the Polestar 3 will be manufactured alongside new Volvo vehicles at the Volvo Cars production centre in Ridgeville, South Carolina. Polestar vehicles built in South…
Jaguar Land Rover to develop hydrogen fuel cell EV
Jaguar Land Rover is developing a prototype hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) based on the new Land Rover Defender, with testing scheduled to begin this year. The FCEV concept is part of Jaguar Land Rover’s aim to achieve zero tailpipe emissions by 2036, and net zero carbon emissions across its supply chain, products and…
