The joint venture, tentatively called LG Magna e-Powertrain and valued at $1 billion, will manufacture e-motors, inverters and onboard chargers, according to LG Electronics TORONTO/SEOUL : South Korea-based LG Electronics Inc and automotive supplier Magna International Inc are launching a joint venture that will make key components for electric cars, the companies announced on Wednesday.The […]
Nissan’s zero-emission ice cream truck uses recycled EV batteries
The prototype is built on Nissan’s e-NV200 and comes with rooftop solar panels. For some, chasing the neighborhood ice cream truck is a favorite summer tradition. But many ice cream trucks have diesel engines, and older models keep those engines running to power the freezers. That means you get a hefty side of CO2 emissions […]
Kia and Amazon team up to make charging EVs at home easier
You can now order the home charger and installation through Amazon. Amazon’s latest partnership with Kia could sway those weighing whether to take the plunge on an electric vehicle. Kia electric vehicle buyers can now order at-home charging units and schedule home installation through Amazon. The South Korean automaker becomes the second to partner with Amazon to […]
