Tesla has weakened its real unsupervised self-driving promises on new cars in the online configurator. Read more…
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Mercedes, Factorial unveil new all-solid-state battery that can extend EV range by up to 80%
Mercedes is getting new all-solid-state EV batteries for its next-gen models. Developed with Factorial, its new all-solid-state battery “breakthrough” can extend EV range by up to 80%. Read more…
Tesla integrates Uber driver navigation directly into its vehicles
Tesla and Uber have launched an in-car integration of ridesharing navigation directly into its Tesla vehicles for Uber drivers. Read more…
EV sales have not fallen, cooled, slowed or slumped. Stop lying in headlines.
EV sales continue to rise, but the last year of headlines falsely stating otherwise would leave you thinking they haven’t. After about full year of these lies, it would be nice for journalists to stop pushing this false narrative that they could find the truth behind by simply looking up a single number for once. Read more…
Wireless Tesla, BYD and Lucid step up, and a wicked-fast Dodge EV
On today’s spectacular episode of Quick Charge, the Tesla brain drain continues as another key executive departs the company, rivals BYD and Lucid step up their self-driving games, and Dodge reveals an AWD electric Hornet with 1,070 hp that does 0-60 in 1.4 seconds. Read more…
Toyota’s all-solid-state EV battery plans get the green light in Japan
Toyota’s all-solid-state EV battery plans officially gained approval from Japan’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (METI). The certification gives Toyota the green light to develop and build next-gen EV batteries as part of Japan’s plans to boost domestic supply. Read more…
Texas just became No 1 in the US for most utility-scale solar
For the first time, Texas has bumped California out of the No 1 spot for the most utility-scale solar capacity.. Read more…
Tesla partners directly with smart breaker manufactuers to improve Powerwall integration
Tesla and Eaton, a giant multinational manufacturer focused on intelligent power management, are partnering to improve Powerwall integration with the latter’s smart breakers. Read more…
Kia wants a bigger slice of the US EV market with new discounts to win over rivals
Are you seeing more Kia electric cars on the road? It’s not just you. Kia’s EVs, including the EV6 and new EV9, have helped push the brand to two consecutive record-breaking sales months in the US. With its new conquest cash incentive, Kia is now taking aim at Tesla drivers as it looks to win over owners. Read more…
Tesla expands into the Philippines, starts hiring
Tesla is starting to hire in the Philippines – hinting at an imminent launch the Southeast Asian market. Read more…
Polydrops introduces electric travel trailer with solar panels from Aptera, priced under $40K
A new recreational mobility startup, Polydrops, has recently unveiled its latest model—a solar-electric travel trailer called the P21. This sustainable second home on wheels was designed with comfort and efficiency in mind and features solar technology from Aptera as well as a bunch of other cool features—all for a starting price below $40,000. Read more…
Mercedes-AMG’s upcoming CLA EV coupe spotted racing around the Nurburgring [Video]
Mercedes-AMG is preparing to launch an EV sports car based on the upcoming electric CLA. Ahead of its official debut, the AMG-tuned EV was spotted ripping around the Nurburgring during testing. Check out the video below. Read more…
Musk denies report of new ethics conflict in Tesla/xAI FSD revenue-share scheme
Tesla has considered an arrangement that would license AI models from CEO Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, according to WSJ. Read more…
ARKHAUS founders venture into electric water taxis with new Miami-based service, ‘E-Lixr’
The innovative founders of ARKHAUS, a solar-electric floating social club, are venturing into a new segment in marine sustainability around Miami. Today, the team shared plans for a new electric water taxi service, codenamed “E-Lixr,” to help alleviate urban congestion.. Read more…
Lucid’s (LCID) latest software update is a big one with new 3D lane visualization and more
Lucid’s (LCID) latest software update rolled out today, unlocking a host of new features, such as 3D lane visualization and turn-by-turn navigation with Apple CarPlay. Here’s what else is new in Lucid UX 2.4. Read more…
Tesla launches hands-free frunk opening
Tesla has launched a new feature that enables owners to open their frunk (front trunk) by simply standing in front of it. Read more…
How Ted Cruz is preventing safer e-bike batteries in the US
It’s a widely held opinion that improving safety in lithium-ion batteries used for electric bikes and e-scooters is generally considered to be a good thing. And yet you may be surprised at why Texas senator Ted Cruz is obstructing a bipartisan bill to improve battery safety in the US. Believe it or not, it largely comes down to a strange culture war over gas stoves. Read more…
Zion becomes first national park with an all-electric shuttle bus service
Zion National Park’s shuttle fleet has become one of the first bus fleets in the US to go all electric, and the first at a National Park. Read more…
Volvo CE opens new facility to support production of electric wheel loaders
The construction industry’s shift takes another step forward as Volvo CE inaugurates a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to support the production of electric wheel loaders at its plant in Arvika, Sweden. Read more…
Lunatic hero builds electric kart with nearly 700 lb-ft of mind-bending TQ [video]
The mad scientists over at Critical have taken a high-torque electric motor from an obscure motorcycle brand, stuffed it into a go-kart chassis, and created a life-altering wheelie machine that is truly and completely bonkers.. Read more…
