Electric Cars

Charged EVs | it’s electric secures $1.1-million CEC grant to develop vehicle-to-grid curbside EV charger

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded Brooklyn-based EV charging company it’s electric $1.1 million to develop and commercialize a curbside vehicle-to-grid EV...

“affordable” new Model Y costs $2,000 more

On today’s incredibly frustrating episode of Quick Charge, Tesla is making it easier than ever to make fun of them by rolling out...

Charged EVs | Dürr and GROB unveil next-generation battery cell production factory with 50% less footprint

Dürr and GROB have announced a new lithium-ion battery cell concept factory. The system targets the EV segment, featuring dry electrode coating and...

Volvo launches cheaper EX30 with prices starting under $40,000

The Volvo EX30 is now even more affordable. Volvo launched the EX30 Single Motor in the US, with prices starting under $40,000, but...

Charged EVs | High-potential testing for EVs: why reed relays raise confidence in insulation and safety

EV platforms live at the intersection of high voltage, high power and strict safety requirements. From battery packs and traction inverters to DC...

The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner!

On today’s budget-conscious episode of  Quick Charge, we’re building up to the reveal of a new, more affordable Tesla Model Y tomorrow that...

Charged EVs | HBK’s VI-grade partners with MoBeLIV on electric powertrain validation

Germany-based VI-grade, a provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions and part of testing and measurement company Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK)’s Virtual...

Kia is killing off its cheap box car that was once a star

Love it or hate it, the Kia Soul always stood out with its funky, box-like design. Kia is dropping the infamous box car...