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Global chip shortage catches up to Tesla, and batteries could be next

Global chip shortage catches up to Tesla, and batteries could be next

A shortage of semi-conductor chips is slowing car production across the world, and has now caught up with Tesla. Battery cell supplies could be the next challenge.
Tiny new electric car beats Tesla Model 3, again, in China

Tiny new electric car beats Tesla Model 3, again, in China

New data shows China sales of the super cheap Wuling Hong Guang Mini almost doubled those of Telsa’s hugely popular Model 3 in January 2021.
Electric vehicle charging won’t destroy the electricity grid

Electric vehicle charging won’t destroy the electricity grid

Yes, there are some technical challenges with adding EVs to the grid, but they are surmountable problems that can be solved with existing technology and systems.
Norwegian self-driving mini-bus pilot now open for passengers

Norwegian self-driving mini-bus pilot now open for passengers

Sself-driving company Sensible 4 says its self-driving mini-bus pilot in the small farming village of Gjesdal in Norway has opened for passengers.
Meridian Energy to build EV charging network across New Zealand

Meridian Energy to build EV charging network across New Zealand

New Zealand renewable electricity gen-tailer says it will install 200-plus DC EV chargers to reduce range anxiety and boost driver confidence in going electric.
Perth-based e-scooter maker Vmoto booms in Europe, but not Australia

Perth-based e-scooter maker Vmoto booms in Europe, but not Australia

The vast majority of scooters were sold in Europe, even though the company is Perth-based and bikes are made in China.
Hyundai Australia says it will recall Kona and Ioniq electric cars and replace batteries

Hyundai Australia says it will recall Kona and Ioniq electric cars and replace batteries

Hyundai Australia confirms it will recall electric Kona and Ioniq cars sold in Australia and replace their battery packs due to potential fire risk.
Australian company gives EV batteries a second life as big battery storage

Australian company gives EV batteries a second life as big battery storage

Electric vehicle batteries to get a second life in a big battery, as an Australian company ramps up deployment of its energy storage technologies.