Unmanned eVTOL aircraft developer AIR shared a key milestone this morning, successfully completing its first flight in a heavy-lift cargo aircraft – one of the world’s largest in its class. Read more…
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Ford CEO warns Chinese EVs would hit ‘the heart and soul’ of the US
“We should not let them into our country,” Ford’s CEO Jim Farley warned during a recent interview, admitting it wouldn’t be a fair fight. Read more…
Global EV sales hit 4M in Q1 2026, but growth is uneven
Global EV sales are still huge, but they’re not moving in the same direction everywhere: New data from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence shows 4 million electric vehicles were sold worldwide in Q1 2026, down 3% year over year.. Read more…
SOLARAMA – big proof from Aptera and big savings for solar + EV drivers
On today’s solar-powered episode of Quick Charge, Aptera’s CEO shares more proof that his company’s solar car concept has legs, joining dozens of Electrek readers who are topping off their car (and home) batteries with the power of the sun. Read more…
IONNA will install hundreds of DC fast chargers at Circle Ks across America
IONNA, the EV charging network created by a coalition of large automakers, will install fast chargers at over 350 sites across America in partnership with convenience store chain Circle K. Read more…
Aptera CEO shows his solar car producing more energy than his home solar
Aptera co-CEO Steve Fambro posted a data point this morning that neatly illustrates what his company has been trying to build for more than a decade: his solar electric vehicle was generating more electricity from the sun than his house was. Read more…
Hyundai’s new Venus IONIQ EV looks fake after it was caught driving on public streets [Video]
After unveiling the new Venus and Earth last week, we are already getting our first look at Hyundai’s new IONIQ EV in real life. Read more…
Lucid names new CEO as it raises over $1 billion and ramps up robotaxi ambitions
Lucid Motors is peppering the public with press releases this morning, sharing a slew of exciting updates. In addition to naming its next CEO, Lucid has confirmed a new funding raise totaling over 1 billion dollars, consisting of a registered public offering of common stock, plus increased investments from existing partners like Uber. Read more…
Tesla FSD Europe launch backlash: HW3 owners launch claim site
Tesla’s long-awaited Full Self-Driving launch in Europe is already running into the same reckoning that blew up in Australia last year: HW3 owners are realizing they paid for something Tesla has now admitted it can’t deliver, and they’re starting to organize. Read more…
Nissan’s all-electric Juke EV is bringing a ‘disruptive’ new style [Images]
Nissan calls it a “disruptive” new style. The all-electric Nissan Juke EV looks nothing like the gas-powered crossover and more like a concept. Read more…
Lightship to more than quadruple all-electric travel trailer production capacity in Colorado
All-electric RV developer Lightship said it is significantly expanding its production footprint to “meet surging demand” for its flagship travel trailer, which will see a streamlined configuration process. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz unveils new EQS with 926 km range, 800V charging, steer-by-wire
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a heavily overhauled EQS electric sedan with a WLTP range of up to 926 km (575 miles), a 13% improvement over the outgoing model. The update represents the biggest upgrade to the flagship EV since it launched in 2021. Read more…
The Genesis GV90 interior leaked, and it’s even more luxurious than expected [Video]
The GV90 looks like something high-ranking government officials or celebrities ride in. Genesis set out to redefine luxury with the GV90, and the interior proves it. Here’s our first look. Read more…
Kia builds the first EV3 prototypes in Mexico ahead of US sales
Kia is finally bringing the affordable electric SUV to the US later this year. The first EV3 prototypes are now rolling off the assembly line at Kia’s plant in Mexico ahead of sales. Read more…
Rivian R2 vs Tesla Model Y spotted side-by-side: Detailed size comparison
New photos of the Rivian R2 parked next to the Tesla Model Y are making the rounds on social media, and they offer a great look at how these two critical electric SUVs actually compare in size. The R2 is shorter in length but noticeably taller, with a boxier, more rugged profile. Read more…
Tesla launches Spring Update 2026 with ‘Hey Grok,’ new Self-Driving app, and more
Tesla is rolling out its Spring Update 2026 software, bringing over a dozen new features to its fleet. The highlights include a redesigned Self-Driving subscription app, voice-activated Grok, and a long-requested auto-install feature for software updates. Read more…
Key evidence disappears from Tesla involved in bizarre crash
Someone stole a critical piece of evidence from a Tesla Model Y involved in a violent crash in Bergen, Norway — the network card responsible for storing and transmitting crash data to Tesla’s servers. Read more…
Slate Auto closes funding round with enough financial runway to reach next stage of production
This morning, Slate Auto announced it has closed a Series C funding round after raising enough capital to continue development into its next stage of EV production in the US. Read more…
Volkswagen promises new ID.3 and ID.4 will be ‘true’ EVs as it gears up for an all out EV blitz
After admitting it had lost touch with buyers, Volkswagen’s CEO promises to get it right with its new EV lineup launching this year. Volkswagen’s EV blitz kicks off next week, starting with the updated ID.3. Read more…
Hyundai’s new ‘Venus’ IONIQ EV spotted in public for the first time [Images]
After unveiling the new Venus and Earth last week, we are already getting our first look at Hyundai’s new IONIQ EV in real life. Read more…
