Donut Lab, the Finnish solid-state battery startup that has faced intense skepticism since its CES 2026 debut, released its first pack-level charging test results today. The 18 kWh battery pack sustained over 100 kW of charging power — a 5C rate — for five minutes straight inside a Verge TS Pro electric motorcycle. Read more…
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Porsche Macan GTS review – is this Porsche’s ‘Goldilocks’ car?
Porsche is out with a new trim of its electric Macan, positioned between the mid-spec 4S and top-end Turbo, and with power levels smack-dab in the middle of the two. It’s also got a few new touches and features the previous models didn’t have. Read more…
Kia’s most affordable EV is now available to order in Europe, starting at $30,500
Kia revealed EV2 prices and final specs as orders are now officially open in Europe. The EV2 is cheaper than expected, with prices starting at just €26,600 ($30,500). Read more…
Tesla’s Terafab chip fab ambitions ignore its total lack of semiconductor experience
Elon Musk announced on Saturday that Tesla’s “Terafab Project”, a plan to build what he envisions as the world’s largest semiconductor fabrication plant, will launch within seven days. Read more…
The world’s first self-balancing electric motorcycle is now entering production
A new electric motorcycle startup claims it has solved one of the oldest challenges in two-wheeled transportation: staying upright. Technology company OMOWAY has officially unveiled its new OMO X electric motorcycle and announced that the bike has now entered mass production, describing it as the world’s first mass-produced self-balancing electric motorcycle. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Trova E-Spotter electric terminal truck [video]
Instead of electrifying an existing HD truck platform, Dublin, Virginia-based Trova developed its all-electric E-Spotter terminal tractor from the ground up for durability, driver comfort, and low-maintenance operation. Read more…
Generac home battery system wins the 2025 GOOD DESIGN award
The new PWRcell 2 Energy Storage System from Generac has earned the prestigious 2025 GOOD DESIGN Award, recognizing the brand’s home battery products for their stand out design, functionality, and sustainability. Read more…
I bought a $2,000 electric ATV from China. Here’s what showed up
I’ve done it again. I took a risk and spent a stack of cash to buy what could either be the most affordable, awesome electric ATV in the world, or a dangerous pile of steel and magnets that has no business ferrying around innocent lives through off-road terrain.. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in March 2026
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Humanoid robots get to work at German BMW factory [video]
After successfully piloting humanoid robots at its Spartanburg, SC plant last year, BMW is putting AI-powered machines to work building EVs at its Leipzig iFACTORY. Read more…
Pittsburg State University just got a MASSIVE gift: an electric semi truck
Pittsburg State University’s Crossland College of Technology received a massive gift this month, in the form of an 82,000 lb. GVWR Peterbilt Model 579EV Class 8 electric semi truck donated to the program by TLG. Read more…
Workhorse Group’s electric van fleet hits the 20 MILLION MILE mark
Workhorse and Motiv may not get headlines like the imaginary trucks from big T, but they’re doing the real work of electrification. Last week, the company’s commercial EV fleet crossed a major milestone logging their twenty millionth all-electric mile. (!. Read more…
The Honda Prologue EV will live on, at least for now
After canceling plans to launch three new EVs in the US this year, Honda said the Prologue will remain in its lineup, at least for now. Read more…
Pennsylvania just funded 12 new EV charging stations – here’s where they’re going
Pennsylvania is investing $9 million in federal funds to add more EV charging stations along major roadways. Read more…
What affordability crisis? These EV lease deals are HALF the average car payment
Edmunds data shows US average monthly car payments crept over $770 in the closing months of 2025. With rising fuel costs and a shaky job market adding to the chaos, getting around feels more expensive than ever — but fear not! These EV lease deals clock in at under half that price, and can help slash your fuel costs, too. Read more…
Podcast: Rivian R2, Lucid counter attack, and Tesla’s ‘Digital Optimus’
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Rivian R2, Lucid’s counterattack, and Tesla’s ‘Digital Optimus’. Read more…
Aptera (SEV) raises $6.3M through warrant exercise to fund solar electric vehicle validation
Solar EV startup Aptera Motors just added some fresh funding to its development journey via warrant exercise. The funding is made possible by a public offering that began in January. Read more…
BMW’s flagship i7 EV is getting a Neue Klasse upgrade: Here’s our first look
With its official debut just a few weeks away, BMW offered a sneak peek at the new 2027 7 Series, its flagship luxury sedan. Read more…
Musk admits xAI ‘not built right’ — weeks after Tesla invested $2 billion
Elon Musk admitted today that xAI, his artificial intelligence venture, “was not built right first time around” and “is being rebuilt from the foundations up.” The admission comes just six weeks after he had Tesla pour $2 billion of shareholder money into the company. Read more…
BYD’s luxury EV with 5 min fast charging and nearly 500 miles of range is headed overseas
The new Denza Z9 GT, or the world’s longest-range pure EV, as BYD claims, is headed to Europe, offering 5-minute fast charging and a WLTP range of nearly 500 miles. Read more…
