Nordfjord and Stryn
Eight days of glacier water: Olden, Briksdal, Loen Skylift, and the museum road Gamle Strynefjellsvegen. Shorter than Geiranger-Trollstigen, slower on purpose. Recharge in Stryn and Tesla in Alesund.
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2027 Kia EV3 launches in the U.S., introducing its most affordable electric SUV yet
Kia has officially launched the 2027 EV3 in the United States, positioning it as the brand's most affordable electric vehicle and a key model aimed at accelerating mainstream EV adoption. With a starting MSRP of $29,890 for the Light FWD trim, the EV3 brings EV9‑inspired styling, long‑range capability, and advanced technology into a compact, right‑sized SUV designed for first‑time EV buyers and... …
Kia PV5 in testing: a space giant with surprisingly fun driving
The Kia PV5 Passenger in testing: enormous space, 20.8 kWh energy consumption, and surprisingly agile driving performance – but also weaknesses in charging and interior design. The article “Kia PV5 in testing: a space giant with surprisingly fun driving” first appeared on Elektroauto-News.net.
Kia EV6 AWD GT-Line in Test: The 800-Volt Bestseller Learns Manners
Those who work on a successful model must proceed carefully. Kia did many things right when revising its EV6. The article “Kia EV6 AWD GT-Line in Test: The 800-Volt Bestseller Learns Manners” first appeared on Elektroauto-News.net.
The new Utility Brief and Utility Playbook help utilities design EV charging programs for low-income EV drivers
Two non-profit organizations that advocate for clean energy have partnered to release a new resource designed to help electric utilities promote affordable EV charging. The Utility Brief and Utility Playbook, jointly developed by GRID Alternatives and the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA), are designed for decision-makers and planners within the utility ecosystem. As regular Charged…
Asahi Kasei signs its first China license for Acetolyte battery electrolyte
Asahi Kasei has signed its first license agreement in China for Acetolyte, an acetonitrile-containing electrolyte, granting HighChem Shanghai a non-exclusive license to produce and sell the material to Chinese battery manufacturers. HighChem Shanghai, an affiliate of the HighChem group focused on trading in China, will manufacture and sell the electrolyte for the local market. Asahi…
Kia’s first electric van makes a big splash in its European debut
Delivery vans represent an excellent use case for EVs, and they’re an increasingly common sight on European streets. Kia and sister company Hyundai are two of the most forward-looking of the legacy automakers, but they haven’t been much of a factor in the commercial van market—until now. As Joris Van Roy reports in New Mobility…
Varanger Arctic road
Eight days on the Norwegian Scenic Route Varanger: Kirkenes, Vadso, Vardo globus, Hamningberg at the end of the road. Arctic Ocean light, fishing villages, Tesla and Recharge in Kirkenes. Distances look short on the map and long in the wind.
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Kia EV2 Earth 42.2 kWh – an electric car so city-oriented that it struggles on long trips [test]
The Kia EV2 with a 42.2 kWh battery performs well in urban areas and pleasantly surprises with an energy consumption of 10–12 kWh. However, it becomes much more challenging on long trips, and the model tested costs from 122,400 zł.
Jaguar shows interior of electric GT Type 01 before premiere
Jaguar has provided initial glimpses of the interior for the Type 01, revealing a key feature ahead of its world premiere in New York in October 2026. The article “Jaguar shows interior of electric GT Type 01 before premiere” first appeared on Elektroauto-News.net.
Webinar: Shaping single-stage on-board chargers with CoolGaN™ automotive bidirectional switch
Discover how Infineon is shaping the future of EV onboard charging with its automotive basic qualified CoolGaN™ Automotive Bidirectional Switch. You will learn how Infineon’s proprietary Gate Injection Transistor (GIT) technology and monolithic die design translate into tangible system benefits, enabling high-performance single-stage architectures without compromising robustness or integration simplicity. We will connect device-level innovation…
Electrogenic acquires TREMEC Electric GT, establishing a US base in California
British EV powertrain company Electrogenic has acquired the business of TREMEC Electric GT, a Huntington Beach, California developer of electric powertrains, giving the Oxford, UK company a permanent base in the United States. TREMEC Electric GT, founded in 2014, designs and integrates EV powertrain systems. It has built turnkey powertrains for low-volume vehicle manufacturers and…
Power Integrations rates PowiGaN technology at 2,200 V for high-voltage systems
Power Integrations has rated its PowiGaN gallium nitride (GaN) technology at up to 2,200 V, a level the company says exceeds any other commercially available GaN. Power Integrations is aiming the technology at the main power path in high-voltage data centers, EVs, renewable energy and high-voltage direct current (HVDC) infrastructure as those systems shift to…
BTC Power’s survey of EV charging infrastructure customers reveals some surprises
We all know that the commercial EV charging industry is maturing, and that EV charging is increasingly considered critical infrastructure. But what are the reasons companies are deploying charging infrastructure, and how do execs view the future of government incentives? Commercial EV charging system manufacturer BTC Power has released findings from its State of EV…