Sarah undefinedMore from Sarah undefinedNewsMyths to Bust: False beliefs about EVs widespread, academics findToronto, Ontario — A new peer-reviewed study in Nature Energy has found that electric vehicle misinformation is being widely spread and widely believed. The research, which was conducted across four continents, reveals people are more likely to believe EV myths than reject them, with conspiracy-minded thinking playing a far bigger role than education in shaping […]June 11, 2025EV/AV ReportsAutonomous Arrival: CAVI proposes sending driverless big rig on cross-country trekToronto, Ontario — The Canadian Automated Vehicle Initiative is proposing sending a driverless big rig on a cross-country trek from Halifax to Vancouver in 2028. The idea, announced Monday, is meant to show off Canada’s AI capabilities, interprovincial logistics and connected vehicle technologies. It is also meant to be a stepping stone to solving the […]May 28, 2025NewsCharging Ahead: EV charging services market primed for explosive growthToronto, Ontario — The global electric vehicle charging services market is expected to surge to US$45 billion by 2034, up from US$12.5 billion this year. According to a new report from Exactitude Consultancy, released Wednesday, the market is growing at a sizzling 14.1 percent a year, fuelled by rising EV adoption rates, government incentives and […]May 28, 2025NewsDanger! Danger! Report finds EV battery fire frequency is risingToronto, Ontario — The number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries has increased dramatically in the past two years, according to a new report from global insurer QBE. The report, which was based on figures from the U.K., found that between 2022 and 2024, the number of fires involving EV batteries rose by 77 percent. […]May 28, 2025NewsTalk of Toronto: EV and Charging Expo kicks off at the Enercare CentreToronto, Ontario — Festivities are underway at the third annual , which is being held on May 14 and 15 at Toronto’s Enercare Centre. As North America’s premier conference for professionals in electric vehicle adoption and charging infrastructure, it attracted more than 2,000 delegates from about 800 organizations, including major companies like IKEA, Loblaw Companies, […]May 14, 2025NewsCollision with Destiny: Waymo Recalls ADSToronto, Ontario — Alphabet-owned autonomous vehicle company Waymo has initiated a recall of its 5th generation automated driving system software due to a safety defect that could cause autonomous vehicles to collide with roadway barriers such as chains and gates. This recall, registered under NHTSA Campaign Number 25E034000, affects 1,212 units. The issue pertains to […]May 14, 2025NewsBattery Breakthrough: GM planning to commercialize next-gen batteriesToronto, Ontario — General Motors and LG Energy Solution have announced plans to commercialize lithium manganese-rich prismatic battery cells for GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. GM aims to be the first automaker to deploy LMR batteries in electric vehicles. Ultium Cells, the joint venture between GM and LG Energy Solution, plans to commence commercial […]May 14, 2025NewsSystem Shock: Interest in EVs slowing without stalling, McKinsey findsToronto, Ontario — While more and more drivers are buying electric vehicles, the pace of the transition away from gas powered cars is slowing in some parts of the world, according to a new report from McKinsey and Company. In its annual Mobility Consumer Pulse Survey, McKinsey examined consumer data that suggests the the path […]April 30, 2025NewsDream Team: Waymo and Toyota forge autonomous technology partnershipToronto, Ontario — Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous driving subsidiary, and Toyota Motor Corporation have announced a preliminary agreement to collaborate on the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies. This partnership aims to combine Waymo’s expertise in autonomous vehicle technology with Toyota’s manufacturing capabilities to enhance both ride-hailing services and personally owned vehicles. A key aspect […]April 30, 2025NewsClean Slate: Bezos backed startup to release cheapest EV in the U.S.Toronto, Ontario — Electric vehicle company Slate Auto, which is backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has unveiled a new truck it expects to be the least expensive EV available in North America. An electric vehicle startup backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says it will sell a truck for US$27,000. Based in Troy, Michigan, Slate […]April 30, 2025Previous PagePage 3 of 13Next Page
