The sales of EVs might be going up and down, but the electric vehicle market is getting busier and more competitive. Audi has thrown down the gauntlet with its all-new Q6 e-tron quattro and made some bold promises. Those promises were put to the test, and Audi managed to outpace its rivals in a 1,000-km endurance test, proving its prowess… Read more…
These Large Electric SUVs Have The Most Range
They can haul the entire family and still go the distance. Read more…
China Is Paying People Extra To Dump Their Gas Cars
It’s a good time to be an EV shopper in China. Yes, even more than usual. Read more…
Weird: Jaguar I-Pace Charges Faster If You Put The Hazard Lights On
It sounds like a weird EV myth, but a new video shows that, for at least some people, it’s true. Read more…
Elon Musk signals reaching limit of Tesla’s HW3 despite self-driving promise
Elon Musk is signaling that Tesla is close to reaching its limit with its HW3 onboard self-driving computer despite having yet to deliver on its self-driving promise. Read more…
Toyota plots new EV battery plant to fend off incoming BYD, low-cost Chinese EVs
Toyota is planning to build a new EV battery plant on Japan’s “Silicon Island” to keep pace with BYD and other incoming Chinese electric car makers. The factory will strengthen Toyota’s EV supply chain while supplying batteries for its luxury Lexus brand. Read more…
EV newcomer Xiaomi completes speedy ramp up and expects to hit 100k production target early
The production momentum continues for Xiaomi Automobile, the new EV arm of Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi Inc. Today, the automaker shared it has completed a recently announced production ramp up of its flagship model and is on track to hit 100,000 builds this year… two months ahead of schedule. Read more…
EU signs strategic EV raw materials partnership with Serbia
The EU and the Republic of Serbia have signed an agreement launching a strategic partnership on sustainable raw materials, battery value chains and EVs. The partnership aims to support the development of new local industries and jobs along the electric vehicle value chain. It builds on a Stabilization and Association Agreement that came into force… Read more…
The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron Is Now The Longest-Range Audi EV Ever
With up to 307 miles of range, Audi’s newest EV is indeed “back in the game.” Read more…
Toyota reportedly building battery plant for Lexus
A new Toyota battery plant is reportedly in the works The Japanese plant would make batteries for Lexus EVs Automakers are pulling back on EV production and targets Toyota plans to build a Japanese EV battery plant for its Lexus luxury brand, the Nikkei business daily reported Friday. Circulated by Reuters, the report said the new battery plant… Read more…
This Remarkable Hybrid Tech Could Make Volvo Even Better
The Lynk & Co 07 and 08 may not be sold here, but the tech they use may come to the U.S. Are Volvo hybrids about to get a boost? Read more…
Honda embraces China’s EV revolution, cuts ICE vehicle production capacity
The winds of change sweep through the Chinese automotive landscape, and Honda sails along. Not just adapting but charging ahead. The Japanese auto giant announced it’s going to slash its gasoline vehicle production capacity in China by a whopping 290,000 units. This news comes as the country doubles down on its electrification efforts, leaving traditional carmakers scrambling to keep up.… Read more…
Here’s How Ford Plans To Outpace Chinese Rivals
Also in today’s roundup: impact of U.S. market on global automakers and Hyundai crushing it in the U.S. Read more…
US could restrict Chinese software in cars
The US Department of Commerce is expected to implement new restrictions on car software from China. Washington fears that using software from China could pose a security risk. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: MOD Berlin e-bike, ELF bike-car is back, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bikes from MOD and Mooncool, how micromobility is having an interesting impact on the Paris Olympics, a review of the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, a potential return of the lovable ELF electric bike-car, and more. Read more…
Check out Kia’s sporty new EV3 GT-Line [Video]
It may be small, but Kia’s new EV3 GT-Line has a big presence on the road. Hyundai gave us a closer look at the sporty electric SUV driving on domestic highways. From the first look, the EV3 GT-Line appears nimble and quick. Check out the new video below. Read more…
EV startup Karma to debut GT-UV concept in Monterey
Karma Automotive still exists The automaker plans to unveil a concept vehicle in August The concept might be an SUV Karma this week said it will show up to next month’s 2024 Monterey Car Week with a new concept vehicle whose description suggests it will be an SUV of some sort. The concept is referred to as the GT UV Design Study, though that isn’t… Read more…
Tesla Was The Leader In New EV Owner Satisfaction. Not Anymore
A new J.D. Power survey shows that Tesla is being “surpassed” by other EV makers, and those cars rank higher than gas ones too. Read more…
This Spanish EV Dirt Bike Looks Perfect For Beginners
Experienced riders are sure to have a blast on this thing, too. Read more…
No, You Can’t Lease A Nissan Leaf For $9. But This Deal Is Still Insane
Add up all the fees and taxes and the effective monthly fee is considerably higher than $9, but it’s still worth considering. Read more…
