Hyundai is preparing to launch its first body-on-frame vehicle, a midsize pickup truck. The rugged Boulder Concept SUV is a preview, but a new patent offers a sneak peek at the battery and chassis setup. Read more…
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Toyota’s $15,000 electric SUV has been China’s top-selling joint venture EV for 7 months
The bZ3X, Toyota’s fully electric SUV, is a hit in China. After delivering over 80,000 units in its first year on the market, the bZ3X has now remained the best-selling EV from a joint venture in China for seven consecutive months. Read more…
Blink’s 56k EV ports to get plug-and-charge access through Emobi
Blink and Emobi are teaming up to make EV charging work more seamlessly across apps, networks, and vehicles. Read more…
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit sets 6:55 Nürburgring EV record
Porsche has set a new Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record for “production” electric vehicles. A Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package equipped with the new Manthey Kit lapped the 12.94-mile circuit in 6:55.553 minutes. Read more…
The Lexus TZ is a 3-row luxury EV SUV with 300 mi range, but it’s missing something [Images]
Toyota’s luxury brand, Lexus, introduced its first all-electric three-row SUV, set to go head-to-head with the Hyundai IONIQ 9, Volvo EX90, and Rivian R1S. The new 2027 Lexus TZ looks nice, but it’s missing one thing. Read more…
BYD’s flagship electric SUV secures 100,000+ orders in 2 weeks, and it costs under $40K
The stunning three-row electric SUV can drive up to 590 miles (950 km) on a single charge and features BYD’s new 5-minute Flash Charging. Read more…
Honda patents fake clutch for electric motorcycles and it might actually make sense
One of the biggest advantages of electric motorcycles has always been their simplicity. No clutch, no gears, no stalling – just twist the throttle and go. They’re basically big, fun scooters, at least in terms of operation. But Honda appears to think there’s still something worth preserving from the old-school riding experience, especially for off-road riders. Read more…
REALLY Quick Charge: Slate Auto CCO talks affordability, flexibility, and more
On this really quick episode of Quick Charge, Slate Auto’s Chief Commercial Officer Jeremy Snyder believes his new truck is the right size and price to drive fleet adoption AND fandom. We only had a few minutes with Jeremy, and Slate is nearly ready for prime time. Read more…
Humble Hauler autonomous trailer takes the truck out of trucking
The startup that dares to ask, “Why does the Macbook driving my freight around need a whole cab?” just showed off a fully driverless, cab-less, and truck-less battery-electric freight platform designed to handle containerized cargo more efficiently than ever. Read more…
Tesla files new Roadster trademarks with unique badge ahead of launch
Tesla has filed two new trademark applications for the Roadster with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, revealing a stylized wordmark and a distinctive triangular badge that departs from the automaker’s standard branding approach. Read more…
ESS adds 8.5 GWh of sodium-ion to its battery storage portfolio
ESS is moving beyond its long-duration energy storage roots into the crowded short- and medium-duration battery storage market – but not with lithium. Read more…
Kempower unveils its dual CCS and megawatt truck charger
Kempower just unveiled its Mega Satellite Flex, a high-power EV charger that supports both CCS (up to 560 kW) and megawatt charging (up to 1.2 MW) for heavy-duty trucks. Read more…
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 checks all the boxes at an affordable price
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the most affordable EVs on the market, starting at $35,000. With long-range, fast charging, and modern tech, is the IONIQ 5 the best EV for your buck. Read more…
Chinese automakers race to enter Canada, here are the EVs likely coming
Three major Chinese automakers — BYD, Chery, and Geely — are actively hiring staff, scouting dealership locations, and registering trademarks in Canada following the country’s landmark decision to slash tariffs on Chinese-built EVs from 100% to 6.1%. But none of them have actually started selling cars yet. Read more…
BMW opens 2027 iX3 preorders starting at $61,500 with up to 434 miles of range
The 2027 iX3, BMW’s first Neue Klasse vehicle, is now available to order in the US starting at $61,500. BMW’s electric SUV delivers more range than expected, up to 434 miles on a single charge. Read more…
Hiplok Switch 105 folding lock vs Urban D lock tested on e-bikes
I recently had the chance to test out two very different styles of locks from Hiplok: Their Hiplok Urban D and their Switch 105. They come with unique use cases and security levels, so testing both gave me a unique view of when and where they fit best into my bike lock quiver. Read more…
Massachusetts proposes ‘first in the nation’ e-bike and moped laws based on speed
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering one of the most comprehensive micromobility regulatory overhauls we’ve seen in the US yet, proposing a new legal framework that would categorize everything from bicycles and e-bikes to electric scooters and Sur Ron-style electric motos into a four-tier speed classification system. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) mulls making its own lidar as it builds full autonomous driving stack
Rivian is considering manufacturing its own lidar sensors in the United States, potentially through a partnership with Chinese firms, as the EV maker aggressively vertically integrates its entire autonomous driving stack. Read more…
Toyota Hino debut new Le Series electric MD trucks at ACT Expo
Toyota subsidiary Hino Trucks is following in the steps of the noble Renault Le Car with the all-new, all-electric Le Series of medium-duty commercial trucks – and the new Le Series packs a GVWR worth nearly sixteen of the tiny French minis. Read more…
REALLY Quick Charge: Greenlane CEO talks expansion, deals, and more
On this really quick episode of Quick Charge, Greenlane announces it’s taking its heavy-duty EV truck charging network beyond California, and bringing diesel-level charging access straight into one of the busiest freight corridors in Texas. Read more…
