There’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to batteries, especially those used in automotive applications. For electric vehicles, automakers use different chemistries, cell formats and pack designs based on trade-offs around cost, range and performance—much like how engines range from small naturally aspirated four pots to turbocharged V8s. But if you’re a casual EV enthusiast … Continue reading “All Major EV Battery Chemistries, Explained”
Porsche usually under-promises and over-delivers when it comes to the driving range of its electric vehicles. The Taycan offers impressive real-world range and is among the fastest-charging EVs in the U.S. After issues on early model year Taycan batteries, the latest version packs some clever engineering. If you’re a driving enthusiast and an electric vehicle-lover, … Continue reading “Porsche Reveals Battery Secrets That Make The Taycan Go Further And Charge Faster”
BMW has teamed up with Korean battery giant Samsung SDI to develop solid-state batteries. The automaker also has a long-standing partnership with American battery start-up Solid Power. A prototype BMW i7 with all-solid-state batteries began testing in Germany this year. The pool of automakers and battery companies selling us the hopes and dreams of solid-state … Continue reading “BMW Just Found A New Partner To Boost Its Solid-State Battery Dreams”
An American start-up is spearheading Nissan’s efforts to develop solid-state batteries. The automaker has reportedly reached the performance targets with its prototype solid-state cells. It is now ironing out the processes required for mass production. Nissan’s glory days are well behind it. The automaker is trying to save itself after years of shrinking profits and … Continue reading “Nissan Says It's On Track For Solid-State Batteries That Double EV Range By 2028”
Porsche is recalling 2,941 electric Macans because their headlights are too bright, which can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes 2024 and 2025 Porsche Macan Electric models manufactured between Mar. 15, 2024, and Nov. 04, 2024. Headlight-control software in the affected vehicles was programmed to European … Continue reading “Porsche Macan Electric recalled because its headlights are too bright”
Porsche EVs won’t pretend to be gas-powered cars The automaker explored the idea of fake shift points Porsche has two EVs in its lineup and a third en route Porsche seemingly won’t follow Hyundai’s lead. Porsche development driver Lars Kern told Drive that the automaker doesn’t see a need to put fake shift points in … Continue reading “Porsche won't make EVs with simulated shifts”
The all-electric Porsche Macan is almost here. Ahead of deliveries later this year, the Porsche Macan EV was spotted in the US rolling down palm tree-filled streets. Check out the video below. Porsche unveiled the electric version of its sporty SUV in January. The Porsche Macan EV is Porsche’s second all-electric model, following the Taycan. … Continue reading “Porsche Macan EV spotted on US streets ahead of deliveries [Video]”
The next-generation Porsche Cayenne will be electric Porsche said the gas-powered and hybrid third-gen Cayenne will live alongside the EV Porsche has said the EV transition will take longer than expected Porsche has confirmed that its current gas and hybrid Cayenne models will be sold alongside a fourth-generation, fully electric Cayenne for the rest of … Continue reading “Electric Porsche Cayenne to live alongside gas and hybrid models”
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With production of the all-electric Macan now underway in Germany, Porsche is launching two new variants to appeal to a broader customer base. The automaker has introduced a lighter RWD variant and a new dual-motor 4S version with an optional off-road design package. The Macan is a compact luxury SUV that has been a staple … Continue reading “Porsche adds new RWD and 4S variants, off-road package to its electric Macan lineup [Videos]”
