Spotlight: Electric Vehicles News Highlights
Rivian opens Charging Outpost near Yosemite. GM's EV sales soar, incl Cadillac Lyriq. Kia EV9 helps drive record-breaking sales. Toyota invests in EV charging network. Volvo / Hubject partner on Plug&Charge. Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi collaboration. And much more.
Brands in the news: Rivian, General Motors, Kia Worldwide, Toyota Motor Corporation, Volvo Cars, Hubject, Honda, Nissan Motor Corporation, Mitsubishi Corporation, Stellantis, Lime, Canoo, Genesis and many more.
Rivian opens its first EV Charging Outpost for more than a recharge
“With more electric cars on the road, more chargers are needed. Rivian’s latest solution goes beyond just charging. As a first-of-its-kind, Rivian opened its new Charging Outpost for drivers to recharge and refresh before getting back on their adventure.”
Kia ‘confident’ in brand growth after record-breaking EV sales in July, driven by the new EV9
“If you’re seeing more Kia electric cars on the road, it’s not just you. The company set a new EV sales record in July as its first three-row electric SUV gains momentum. With new electrified models like the EV9, Kia is “confident that consumer interest in the Kia brand will continue to strengthen.”
Toyota: Investing in EV charging network
“Toyota says it's investing in Ionna, teaming with seven other automakers to support the company's implementation of its charging network for battery electric vehicles across North America. The investment announced Wednesday gives Toyota and Lexus customers access to the public network of DC fast chargers Ionna will start deploying later this year.”
Volvo Enhances Charging with Plug&Charge
“Volvo Cars, a renowned global car brand, has partnered with Hubject to provide enhanced EV charging through Plug&Charge technology. This collaboration allows Volvo EV owners, starting with the EX90, to enjoy seamless charging by simply plugging in their vehicles without needing cards or apps.”
GM Eyes 'Winning New Customers' as EV Sales Soar
“General Motors Chairman and CEO Mary Barra is focused on “winning new customers” as electric vehicle (EV) sales soared during the second quarter. In the second quarter GM reported a 40% year-over-year growth in U.S. EV deliveries, outpacing the industry’s 11% increase. The Cadillac Lyriq emerged as the top luxury EV in 22 states. GM is scaling production of models like the Chevrolet Equinox EV and preparing for upcoming launches such as the GMC Sierra EV and Cadillac Optiq to drive future growth. Despite market adjustments, GM remains focused on sustainable growth and profitability in the EV sector, supported by strategic partnerships and advancements in battery technology.”
Honda and Nissan invite Mitsubishi to join their EV development partnership
“Mitsubishi signed a memorandum of understanding with Nissan and Honda to join their pre-existing partnership to jointly develop electric vehicles and other related tech. The hope is that by working together, the three Japanese automakers can catch up to their rivals in the race to introduce more technologically advanced vehicles in the future.”
Hyundai's Three-Row EV Launches Later This Year
“It’s official—Hyundai’s three-row electric SUV debuts later this year and goes on sale for 2025. The automaker could call it the Ioniq 9, serving as the brand’s equally large equivalent to the Kia EV9 and an electrified alternative to its Palisade.”
Stellantis ready to 'fight' for place in Europe's EV market, CEO says
“Stellantis (STLAM.MI), opens new tab is ready to "fight" for its place in Europe's electric vehicle market against strong competition from Chinese carmakers, its CEO Carlos Tavares said on Monday, as the group presented its new EV production line in Serbia.”
Genesis is launching an exclusive luxury EV platform to close the gap with Tesla
“The luxury brand taking the US by storm has a new secret weapon. Genesis is developing a new EV platform to challenge luxury rivals like Tesla and BMW. Unlike the GV60, the new Genesis EV platform is expected to be brand exclusive, separate from Hyundai models. Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury brand, is quickly expanding in the US with a trio of long-range, elegantly crafted electric vehicles.”
Lucid CEO Confident Of Success, Plans To Sell A Million EVs Annually
“Lucid has some of the most advanced electric vehicle technology on the market, surpassing established automakers and even EV leader Tesla.”
Go2 Delivery Pilots 5 Canoo Electric Vans, CEO Highlights Their Advantages
“In early July, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) startup Canoo announced that the logistics company Go2 Delivery had “signed a definitive agreement” to acquire five electric vans. Canoo further stated that the agreement could potentially extend to up to 90 units.”
Part bike, part scooter, Lime will debut new ‘LimeGlider’ seated electric vehicle in Seattle
“Lime is bringing another new micromobility device to Seattle, choosing the city as the location for the global debut of its new LimeGlider, a seated electric vehicle without pedals designed for easier cruising. In an announcement Tuesday, in which the company also unveiled an improved bicycle design called LimeBike, Lime said it chose Seattle for the LimeGlider pilot because of the city’s “real commitment to sustainable transportation innovation, building protected bike lanes and supporting micromobility.””