The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary evaluation of reports that Rivian’s Electric Delivery Van (EDV) seatbelts can malfunction and threaten the driver’s safety. The Electric Delivery Van has long been a part of Rivian’s plans and was key in the American automaker’s early success as a BEV startup. The EDV was … Continue reading “The NHTSA is investigating a seatbelt safety issue in certain Rivian delivery vans”
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Following approval from Transport Canada, EV startup Workhorse will be bringing the W56 and W750 model electric delivery vans to commercial truck dealers in Canada as early as this spring. Workhorse first showed its W56 medium-duty electric truck at Indiana’s Work Truck Week in 2023, and has sold the trucks to logistics and delivery companies … Continue reading “Workhorse electric delivery vans arrive in Canada this spring”
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On today’s wheelin’ and dealin’ episode of Quick Charge, we take a look at a $9,140 deal on a 2025 Nissan LEAF*** in Chicago, things you can do with a robotic lawnmower, and talk about the tough times Tesla is experiencing while its CEO asks if you’ve seen Kyle. We’ve also got some fresh new … Continue reading “Chicago EV deals, Amazon delivery vans for all, and visits from the FBI!”
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After a successful pilot program, FedEx is expanding its electric delivery fleet with the purchase of 15 Workhorse W56 electric step vans. Designed specifically to meet the demanding needs of commercial-scale last-mile delivery operations, the Workhorse W56 offers an efficient eAxle electric drivetrain, regenerative braking, and lightweight composite body panels to deliver superior efficiency, lower … Continue reading “FedEx orders 15 more Workhorse W56 electric delivery vans”
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Photo: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles VW just shared the first photos of the seventh generation of BEV and PHEV Transporter and Caravelle vans, along with lots of spec details. VW Transporter model range Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles now offers the new Transporter and Caravelle, the iconic ID. Buzz, and the versatile Multivan. It’s launching the seventh generation … Continue reading “First photos and details of VW’s new Transporter and Caravelle vans”