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800,000 VW electric vehicle owners’ data exposed by software bug

German automaker Volkswagen isn't doing so well. The company plans to cut production capacity at five plants, eliminate approximately 700,000 vehicles and lay off more than 35,000 employees in its home country. Now, according to reports, the company has suffered a major data breach at its subsidiary software company Cariad, resulting in the personal data […]

Making workouts more ‘electric’ could increase muscles, build strength: new study

Want to get more out of your workout? You probably already know that wearable technology, such as smartwatches and heart rate monitors, can help athletes optimize their training and improve performance. But have you heard of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) devices? new analysis We have found that wearing them during strength training improves strength and […]

Contractor for electric car maker BYD denies slavery claims

A contractor for Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD on Thursday denied claims that Chinese nationals were working in “slave-like conditions” at the construction site of its factory in Brazil. On Tuesday, a task force led by Brazilian prosecutors said it had rescued 163 Chinese nationals who were working in “slave-like” conditions at a BYD construction […]

Startup It’s Electric is changing the way NYC charges EVs

Brooklyn-based startup It's Electric is reinvigorating the electric vehicle charging game in New York City. Public roadside chargers are installed in front of commercial facilities and residential areas, and the owners are compensated for the electricity supplied. This comes as the United States aims to have half of its cars sold electric by 2030. In […]

Electric dreams become a nightmare for Stellantis dealers

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares' destructive tenure has come to an abrupt but welcome end. Tavares, who has led the automaker since its 2021 merger that brought together brands such as Fiat, Dodge, Jeep, Peugeot, Citroën and Alfa Romeo, is leaving a company facing tough challenges. Stellantis is facing weak sales, an inventory glut, massive layoffs, […]

Can an electric delivery truck defy the worst that winter has to offer?

Can electric delivery trucks survive the worst of winter? Harbinger, a leading mid-sized electric vehicle (EV) company, recently demonstrated that this is possible. The company has released a video showcasing an EV delivery truck that handles icy roads with surprising agility and stability during winter testing in New Zealand. Get security alerts, tips from experts […]

UK electric vehicle charger rollout risks regional divide, report warns | Business

The spending watchdog said plans to install 300,000 electric vehicle charging points across the UK by 2030 would mean that 300,000 electric vehicle charging points would be installed across the UK between the well-connected areas of London and the south-east and the rest of the country. There is a risk of creating “regional disparities.” The […]