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Carla Westerheide's coverage predominantly focuses on electric vehicles, battery technology, sustainable transportation, and the automotive industry. Her interest lies in private sector and government announcements related to these topics. To effectively reach out to Carla, consider offering insights into new developments or initiatives within the electric vehicle industry, particularly those involving major companies or significant investment in charging infrastructure. Additionally, providing information about advancements in battery technology or innovations in sustainable transportation could capture her attention.
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By: Carla Westerheide
Polestar has presented an updated corporate strategy. The new business plan envisages an average annual growth in retail volume of between 30 and 35 per cent for the years 2025 to 2027. Polestar also announces a new compact SUV - from Europe.
BYD has presented its new flagship models, the Tang L and Han L, in China. Both will be available as BEVs and PHEVs. Visually, the new versions are very similar to their predecessors, but there are major changes to the technology - especially in terms of performance.
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has earmarked 68 million dollars to accelerate EV infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks. The focus will be on the design, development and demonstration of innovative charging sites.
Smart Europe CEO Dirk Adelmann expects the launch of the new model #5 in May to significantly boost sales of the joint venture between Mercedes and Geely. He believes that with the three models, Smart can sell 120,000 vehicles per year worldwide.
Kia already presented the facelift version of the EV6 last year. Now, with the EV6 GT, the brand's most powerful series model is also being revised. In Germany, Kia's top model is even 3,000 euros cheaper - despite a larger battery.
The Vietnamese capital, Hanoi, has electrified the bus lines 05,39, and 47. A total of 46 electric buses now serve these lines. The latter are supplied by a local manufacturer.
By: Carla Westerheide
As the transition to electric mobility gains pace, the logistics sector faces unique challenges in powering its fleets. Heiko Bayer, Managing Director at The Mobility House Solutions, highlighted the critical role of smart charging in addressing these challenges during our recent electrive LIVE conference.
By: Carla Westerheide
British company Evolt Charging has introduced 'Cable Alarm,' said to detect when an EV charger cable is cut or removed. It is supposedly the first such system in the UK and has already found its first customer.
Stellantis already has electric cars on offer for many of its brands, and some of them have ambitious electric plans. However, US brand Chrysler does not yet have an electric model - and that will likely remain the case for some time to come. The development of an electric crossover has been paused "until further notice."
BYD has launched the world's largest cargo ship for vehicles. The 219-metre-long BYD Shenzhen can hold up to 9,200 cars and is BYD's fourth car carrier ship to date. The company plans to have a total of eight cargo ships by early 2026 to drive its global expansion.
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