Longevity Learning: Electric vehicles may last up to 40 percent longer than expected, says new SLAC study
Toronto, Ontario — As noted in a recent study from scientists working in the SLAC-Standford Battery Center, electric vehicles subject to normal use may actually last a third longer than initially predicted. In a joint project between Stanford University’s Precourt Institute for Energy and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, the study aimed to demonstrate that owners […]
EV/AV Report: DartSolar invents expanding solar roof for electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ project
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, DartSolar highlights an expanding solar roof technology intended to help charge electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ project. Electric expansions DartSolar has announced that it has invented an expanding solar roof rack intended to allow electric vehicles to gain […]
Charged Coaching: Federal government to invest in VR training for 400 EV sector workers in Windsor area
Windsor, Ontario — The Canadian federal government, in partnership with Upskill Canada, has announced that it will be covering the cost to train approximately 400 people for Windsor’s electric vehicle (EV) battery plant. Specifically referred to as the “Battery Boost” program, the initiative is set to run from February 2025 to March 2026. The program […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles gain in reliability according to new Consumer Reports; Waymo announces Miami expansion beginning in 2026
Toronto, Ontario — In this electronic and autonomous vehicle report, Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer problems than in the past; while Waymo announces expansion into Miami, Florida beginning in 2026. Reliable ratings Consumer Reports’ annual vehicle reliability survey has found that new electric vehicles have fewer […]
Rear Frame Restorations: Tesla Cybertruck’s frame snaps after hitting pothole; costs owner $34,000 in repairs
Toronto, Ontario — A Tesla Cybertruck owner recently shared on social media that despite his truck’s rear subframe being shattered from a pothole and costing $34,000 to fix, they still believe that the vehicle is “the most amazing truck ever.” Notably, the owner originally shared on Facebook and Reddit that after four months to repair, […]
Ownership Overviews: Electric vehicles more than $18,000 cheaper in ownership costs compared to ICE, says Vincentric Canadian EV Cost of Ownership Analysis
Toronto, Ontario — Vincentric has released an updated Canadian Electric Vehicle (EV) Cost of Ownership Analysis, which indicates that 49 of the 50 EVs studied had lower total cost of ownership than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. The analysis specifically investigated eight ownership costs, including depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, opportunity […]
EV/AV Report: Mercedes-Benz develops solar paint to charge electric vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Mercedes-Benz is reportedly developing a solar paint that could charge electric vehicles; while new research from Ben-Gurion University indicates that emergency vehicle lights may interrupt autonomous vehicle driving systems. Solar start-ups Mercedes-Benz has announced that it is developing a solar paint designed to charge […]
Brake Breakthroughs: Mercedes-Benz considers moving the brakes in electric vehicles to the middle of the car
Toronto, Ontario — Engineers working with automaker Mercedes-Benz have announced that they can use an electric vehicle’s motors to act in place of brakes and slow the vehicle in 98 percent of situations. Specifically, at the automaker’s R&D centre in Sindelfigen, Germany, an engineering team is reportedly in the process of developing a brake system […]
EV/AV Report: Sodium-ion batteries get a subzero upgrade; while Rotor Technologies envisions autonomous helicopters
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, CATL has announced that its second-generation sodium-ion batteries will work in minus 40 degrees Celsius; while autonomous vehicle company Rotor Technologies aims to create a self-driving helicopter. Second-gen starts Battery maker CATL has announced that the second generation of its sodium-ion batteries are capable of […]
EV/AV Report: Solid-state batteries go to production; while Waymo aims to tattle on bad drivers in new patent
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, electric battery maker CATL announces that it will begin production through tech exploration of its solid-state batteries; while Waymo’s new patent application aims to monitor driver behaviour and take control if necessary. Solid state starts According to recent reports, electric battery maker CATL has […]
