The Dodge Charger Daytona EV made headlines when it rolled out fake engine noises as a way to make the EV appeal to muscle car drivers. As it turns out, they weren’t the right sort of fake engine noises – and now Stellantis has to recall 8,000 of them for a fix. Read more…
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EV with fake engine noises recalled for not having the correct fake engine noises
The Dodge Charger Daytona EV made headlines when it rolled out fake engine noises as a way to make the EV appeal to muscle car drivers. As it turns out, they weren’t the right sort of fake engine noises – and now Stellantis has to recall 8,000 of them for a fix. Read more…
BYD adds range to its most affordable EV with a new trim, and it only costs $11,000
BYD’s top-selling and most affordable EV just got another upgrade. BYD introduced a new variant for its popular Seagull EV, which is now being sold in Europe as the Dolphin Surf. The new Seagull EV variant is still priced at just $11,000. Read more…
Elon Musk said to bet on Tesla delivering Robotaxi in June, yet those who did just lost big
Elon Musk said just a few weeks ago that betting on Tesla delivering its promised Robotaxi in June is a “money-making opportunity,” and yet, those who listened to him just lost big. Read more…
Nissan is in crisis mode as job cuts begin and suppliers are caught in the crosshairs
Is Nissan raising the red flag? Nissan is cutting about 15% of its workforce and is now asking suppliers for more time to make payments.. Read more…
Kia’s electric van spotted with an open bed and it actually looks like a real truck
Is it an electric van or a truck? The Kia PV5 might be in a class of its own. Kia’s electric van was recently spotted charging in public with an open bed, and it looks like a real truck. Read more…
Joby Aviation (JOBY) begins piloted eVTOL flights in the United Arab Emirates [Video]
International eVTOL developer Joby Aviation has hit a key milestone overseas, as it moves closer to commercial air taxi operations. This morning, the company shared news that it has begun eVTOL flights in the United Arab Emirates with a pilot onboard, a key step in the necessary certification process. Peep the flight footage from Joby below. Read more…
Joby Aviation (JOBY) begins piloted eVTOL flights in the United Arab Emirates [Video]
International eVTOL developer Joby Aviation has hit a key milestone overseas, as it moves closer to commercial air taxi operations. This morning, the company shared news that it has begun eVTOL flights in the United Arab Emirates with a pilot onboard, a key step in the necessary certification process. Peep the flight footage from Joby below. Read more…
Ford CEO shuts down Tesla Full Self-Driving deal, says Waymo is better
Ford has long been rumored to be in discussions with Tesla about licensing its Full Self-Driving technology, but CEO Jim Farley has now shut down those rumors. Read more…
Ford CEO shuts down Tesla Full Self-Driving deal, says Waymo is better
Ford has long been rumored to be in discussions with Tesla about licensing its Full Self-Driving technology, but CEO Jim Farley has now shut down those rumors. Read more…
Nissan sounds the alarm as it pushes to delay supplier payments
Is Nissan raising the red flag? Nissan is now asking suppliers to delay payments, sparking concern over the automaker’s future. Read more…
Nissan sounds the alarm as it pushes to delay supplier payments
Is Nissan raising the red flag? Nissan is now asking suppliers to delay payments, sparking concern over the automaker’s future. Read more…
My Secret Tesla Master Plan (Part 4)
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been talking about releasing his ‘Tesla Master Plan Part 4’ for over a year now. It has yet to come, and Tesla has yet to complete the goals in Parts 2 and 3. So I decided to come up with my own Tesla Master Plan.. Read more…
My Secret Tesla Master Plan (Part 4)
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been talking about releasing his ‘Tesla Master Plan Part 4’ for over a year now. It has yet to come, and Tesla has yet to complete the goals in Parts 2 and 3. So I decided to come up with my own Tesla Master Plan.. Read more…
The dangers of low-cost electric bikes: What you’re really getting for $500
There’s a reason the phrase “you get what you pay for” has stuck around for so long – because it’s usually true. And when it comes to electric bikes, that old saying might be more important than ever. Read more…
Volvo delivers 5,000th electric semi with little fanfare, sending a BIG message
With the Tesla Semi making headlines consistently since its first public appearance waaay back back in 2017, you might think they were some kind of market leaders. Meanwhile, Volvo Trucks has quietly delivered its 5,000th electric semi truck … and they’re just getting started. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Manitou telehandler gets electric retrofit
No matter how badly a fleet may want to electrify, harsh economic realities and the greater up-front costs typically associated with battery electric remain high hurdles to overcome — but a new retrofit option from French equipment manufacturer Manitou could help lower those barriers. Read more…
CASE expands compact equipment lineup with new CX25EV electric excavator
CASE CE is expanding its mini excavator lineup with the launch of four models this week, including an all-new electric model designed to delivers emissions-free performance that rivals any of its comparably-sized diesel counterparts — including its CASE-branded siblings. Read more…
Dahon unveils bold new electric and folding bike lineup for 2025
At Eurobike 2025 in Frankfurt, folding bike pioneer Dr. David Hon made a major splash by showcasing a completely revamped lineup of Dahon bikes that includes new carbon models, upgraded folding designs, and a growing portfolio of electric two-wheelers aimed at changing how people get around cities.. Read more…
Republicans are now trying to kill $7,500 EV tax credit 3 months early
Republicans in the Senate have now updated Trump’s tax and budget bill to kill the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles by the end of September. Read more…
