Electric Vehicle

The Electric Vehicle Revolution: A Charge Towards a Sustainable Future

October 26, 2023

Written by: Cherri-Ann Farquharson, Capacity Development and Gender Expert, The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Our world is facing a climate crisis that is impossible to ignore, and it is up to every individual, country, and sector to take action and minimize its impact. The automotive industry is no exception; in fact, […]

Chinese electric vehicle maker, BYD, launches electric car in Chile

July 20, 2023

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle maker, has launched its Dolphin electric car in Chile. The Dolphin is a small SUV that has a range of up to 401 kilometers (249 miles) on a single charge. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Chile’s state mining company, Codelco, plans to put 155 electric buses into operation

August 24, 2022

Codelco, Chile’s state mining company plans to put 155 electric buses into operation, making it the largest electric bus fleet in the Chilean mining sector. Source: BNAmericas

POSCO International Corp. started construction on an EV parts plant in Mexico

July 13, 2022

POSCO International Corp began construction of an electric vehicle (EV) parts plant in Mexico to expand its EV-related business. Source: En.yna

Wigton Windfarm Limited acquires 21% stake in Flash Motors Company Limited

March 17, 2022

Wigton Windfarm Limited, the energy facility in Jamaica, acquired a 21% stake in Flash, a holding company registered in St. Lucia. The deal also grants them an equivalent share in Flash’s wholly-owned subsidiary Flash Motors Company Limited. Flash Motors plans to sell electric vehicles in Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and Guyana.  Source: Jamaica Gleaner