In a strategic move aimed at reducing its reliance on China for BEV battery technology and production, BMW Group has announced a significant long-term partnership with Croatian BEV hypercar manufacturer Rimac. Forming a European alliance of sorts for battery technology and production, BMW’s tie-up with Rimac will give BMW access to the brand’s high-performance batteries, and in turn allow Rimac to ramp us its battery production. Also read: The Olympics of EVs: After Toyota's 'Team Japan', Chines

BMW created the 4 Series by taking the 2-door variants (plus the 4-door coupe) from the 3 Series and making them into their own separate series. The BMW i4 is the electric version of the 4 Series Gran Coupe. So what the BMW i4 is, in essence, a 3 series EV. If you’ve experienced owning a BMW 330e plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and thought, “I’ve barely used any fuel all week, I should just get a full EV. But I still love the way it drives.” Well, the 2023 BMW i4 eDrive40 is here to solve your conundrum.

The updated 2023 Nissan Leaf EV will soon be upon us in Malaysia, as shared in a cheeky Valentine's Day post by Nissan themselves. As far as nip and tucks go, those on the new Leaf are pretty minor. Recall that the Leaf was updated for overseas markets last year, with the main changes being Nissan's latest logo on the front and rear fascia to go with its new wheels and fresh colours. Also read: Tan Chong hosts ASEAN debut of Nissan Ariya in Singapore; EV SUV with up to 450 km range, 335 PS! The

Following the tabling of Budget 2023 on Friday, BMW Group Malaysia is upbeat about the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Managing Director Hans de Visser says EV and green technology promotion measures outlined in Budget 2023 fits well into the company’s vision for the BMW Group in Malaysia. The following is a commentary from de Visser, released on Friday evening: -------------- The announcements from Budget 2023 tabled today signal a brand-new era for Electrified and Sustainable

Renault Group, Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi Motors; members of one of the world’s leading automotive alliances, have announced a common roadmap that’ll shape their directions with more cooperation towards 2030. Better late than never right? Also Read: Nissan Note e-Power: We drove Malaysia's most fuel-efficient car that you can't buy (yet); 2.8L/100km Continuing the Leader-Follower scheme defined in May 2020, select technology will be developed by one leading team with the support of the follower

Previously, we went through the ins and outs of charging an EV. In case you missed it, you can read it here. Now that you’re clear on AC vs DC charging and the various charging ports on EVs, it’s time to move on to the EV itself. Let’s say you’re considering the Nissan Leaf and you have its brochure on your hands, you’d see terms like 110 kW AC motor, 40 kWh lithium-ion battery, 6.6 kW charger, etc. And if you’re already feeling a wave of sleepiness, you’re not alone. So, let’s us try to break t