ABB boasts that so far it installed around the world more than 10,500 DC fast chargers for electric vehicles (cars, trucks and buses), across 73 countries. It’s quite an achievement for ABB and a success story of the acquisition of the Dutch Epyon start-up in 2011, which was the foundation for the 50 kW Terra
First become a star in China, now in the U.S 530e iPerformance become BMW BMW Group increased plug-in car sales in the U.S. last month to 2,774 (up 2.0% year-over-year), but the overall share in total volume remains 7.5%. The result for the full year of 2018 exceeds 25,000 at a growth rate of 17.9% and average share out of total volume of over 7%.
Tesla confirmed that the European version of the new Model 3 will be fitted with a CCS Type 2 Combo.. with an adapter available for the Model S and Model X, which currently have a Tesla Type 2 socket. The announcement marks a technical turning point for Tesla.. Which until now has relied on its
Mazda has announced that it will launch its first EVs in 2020. Frist Ev model will come with one more - pure-EV and one range-extender model at the company's electric vanguard. The range-extender model will be available with a range of applications. It's small size and quiet running mean it should be well suited to
Israel outlined a plan of transition from gasoline and diesel cars to electric and natural gas. The country currently can’t boast any significant plug-in electric car sales share, but it’s gonna change. Sales of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars will no longer be possible after 2030, said Israel’s Energy Minister. To boost electric car sales, the government provides
Ford has begun production of the new all-electric van, the Deutsche Post StreetScooter WORK XL, at its plant in Cologne, Germany. The StreetScooter WORK XL is based on a Ford Transit chassis, but with a battery (up to 76 kWh for 200 km /124 miles of range). The drivetrain and body is designed and built to Deutsche
Peugeot showed its e-Legend Concept at the Paris Motor Show. Showcasing electric power and connected & autonomous technologies. The stylish concept is was one of the stars of Peugeot’s home motor show. There is a hint of retro about the styling, everything else is advanced. Two autonomous modes featured - Soft and Sharp - prioritising
VW has received - it could be - the largest order of all-electric trucks to date. Ambev, Brazilian brewery, has committed to electrify its delivery fleet and placed an order for 1,600 all-electric trucks with Volkswagen. Last year, VW announced plans for a $1.7 billion investment to bring electric trucks and buses to market. One of
