Panasonic Energy and Lucid Group announced that the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring will use Panasonic batteries to power its EPA-estimated 450-mile range. Panasonic said the battery pack is 40% smaller than its competitors while maintaining high efficiency and performance. Lucid Gravity: A High-Performance Electric SUV Lucid designed the Gravity SUV to deliver both spaciousness and…

Published: January 23, 2025 The automotive industry faces evolving mobility trends, shifting preferences, and diverse ownership models. Deloitte's "2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study" explores consumer trends impacting electrification, brand loyalty, connectivity, hybrid vehicle interest and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS). Hybrid Vehicle Interest Consumers increasingly choose hybrid vehicles to reduce fuel costs and emissions. Public charging infrastructure…

TELO Trucks has partnered with Aptera to introduce integrated solar panel options for the TELO MT1. Buyers can now select up to three solar panel kits. These will allow them to charge on the go, even in remote locations. Solar Panel Options for TELO Pickup Trucks The…

GoBolt announced it achieved 562% year-over-year growth in electric vehicle (EV) deliveries through its GoBolt Parcel service. In 2024, GoBolt Parcel shipped 1.5 million parcels using EVs, advancing sustainable logistics in Canada and the U.S. GoBolt Drives Sustainability Through EV Deliveries GoBolt Parcel’s expansion underscores its mission…

Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) has introduced the AFEELA 1 electric car, the first model under its AFEELA brand, at CES 2025. SHM plans to produce the AFEELA 1 in Ohio, with California sales beginning in 2025 and deliveries arriving by mid-2026. Starting at $89,900, the AFEELA 1 electric car includes a 3-year subscription for specific…

The 2024 Car Buyer Journey (CBJ) Study by Cox Automotive reports record highs in new-car buyer satisfaction, attributed to advancements in digital tools that integrate online and in-dealership activities. This integration, known as an omnichannel buying experience, streamlines the process and enhances satisfaction. EV Buyer Satisfaction The…

May Mobility revealed expanded offerings at CES 2025 by partnering with Tecnobus, a European electric minibus manufacturer. The collaboration introduces the autonomous electric minibus platform. It is intended to give fleet operators and transit agencies more flexibility in domestic and international markets. Features of the Autonomous Electric…

Published: January 21, 2025 In 2024, zero-emissions trucks and charging solutions advanced with more sales, longer ranges, and better availability. Challenges remain in charging infrastructure, grid capacity, costs, and sustainability. IDTechEx's report, "Electric and Fuel Cell Trucks 2025-2045: Technologies, Markets, Forecasts," explores the requirements for mass adoption. It includes over 80 forecast lines covering…

The automotive industry faces evolving mobility trends, shifting preferences, and diverse ownership models. Deloitte‘s “2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study” explores consumer trends impacting electrification, brand loyalty, connectivity, hybrid vehicle interest and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS). Hybrid Vehicle Interest Consumers increasingly choose hybrid vehicles to reduce fuel costs and emissions.…

Published: January 20, 2025 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) withdrew requests for approval of the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule, part of CARB emissions regulations. The proposal would have implemented stringent emissions requirements for heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses. Though it approves similar legislation for cars, the EPA had yet to grant a…