Tesla has started to finally push a new Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) software update after a few months of delays. Read more…
U.S. Hydrogen Car Sales Are Collapsing
They were already a tiny fraction of the market. Then, last quarter, sales dropped 91%. Read more…
Audi Is Becoming ‘Volkswagen’s Biggest Problem’
Audi Q8 e-tron production may end early as the luxury brand considers closing a factory. Plus, Toyota joins America’s charging mafia. Read more…
Stellantis starts groundwork for Leapmotor launch in South Korea
Leapmotor International, a 51/49 Stellantis-led joint venture, could launch electric cars in South Korea. Stellantis may leverage its existing dealer network to help the JV smoothly set up shop in the new market. Read more…
Audi considers restructuring factory in Brussels
It was already known that Audi wanted to relocate production of the next generation of the Q8 e-tron to Mexico. However, Audi is now considering withdrawing production from Belgium ahead of schedule. Discussions have now begun – which could even end with the closure of the plant. Read more…
It’s Time We Talk About Your Tire’s Rolling Resistance
In the never-ending search for more efficiency, your EV’s tires play a big part. Read more…
The Ford Capri Returns As A Tall Electric Hatchback
It has no connection to the classic fastback coupe, and it’s secretly a Volkswagen underneath. But Ford’s latest EV is something interesting. Read more…
BMW’s EV sales jump 34% in the first half of the year
BMW has just reported on its EV sales numbers for the first half of this year, and it’s very good news for the German company. EV sales jumped 34.1% compared to the first half of 2023. In its press release celebrating the accomplishment, BMW says it “outperformed its traditional competitors and managed to significantly gain market share in Europe”, “despite… Read more…
China NEV retail at 130,000 in Jul 1-7, up 3% from same period last month
China’s NEV retail penetration stood at 47.44 percent in July 1-7, and 41.95 percent year-to-date. Read more…
Carvana’s new tool makes it easier than ever to buy a used EV with a federal tax credit up front
Online vehicle marketplace Carvana has launched an exciting new feature that makes buying a used EV or PHEV easier than ever. US customers can now take advantage of up to $4,000 in savings at the point of sale through the federal government’s Clean Vehicle Tax Credit. Carvana has successfully streamlined this process, making affordable EVs priced as low as $12,000 much easier to obtain.. Read more…
JP Morgan expects BYD to reach 6 million global deliveries by 2026
BYD’s global deliveries could reach 6 million units by 2026, including about 1.5 million units in overseas markets, JPMorgan said. Read more…
Ford Capri: Comeback as an electric crossover
China EV battery installations in Jun: CATL’s share 45.06%, BYD 25.32%
CATL’s share increased by 1.19 percentage points in June compared to May, while BYD decreased by 3.65 percentage points. Read more…
Mitsubishi to supply 3,000 electric kei cars to Japan Post
Mitsubishi has received an order for 3,000 units of the Minicab EV from Japan Post. The company will deliver the fleet of small electric cars beginning this autumn. Read more…
Sony and Honda to deliver first EV in 2026, stick to the same plaform
Japanese giants Honda and Sony have revealed more details about their jointly developed electric vehicless. Honda will launch a new 0 Series lineup that will comprise seven new EV models by 2031. Meanwhile, Sony and Honda’s joint venture, Afeela, is gearing up to unveil its first EV, a sleek sedan, in 2026. The 0 Series and Afeela EVs will share… Read more…
The car-free US town that just passed speed limits on electric bikes
Michigan’s Mackinac Island has introduced a new speed limit for electric bicycles, slowing down one of the only motorized forms of transportation in the town. Read more…
China NEV sales back above 1 million in Jun, CAAM data show
China sold 612,000 BEVs and a record 436,000 PHEVs in June. Read more…
BYD teases hybrid SUV Song L DM-i in video
The Song L DM-i is expected to be powered by the same DM 5.0 hybrid system as the Qin L DM-i hybrid sedan, resulting in lower fuel consumption and longer range. Read more…
Zeekr names ‘CX1e’ family SUV 7X, launch to be within this year
The Zeekr 7X is a 5-seat SUV, Zeekr’s second model aimed at the mainstream EV market. Read more…
Nio Onvo L60’s standard range variant to carry 60.6-kWh battery pack
The standard range variant of the Nio Onvo L60 will carry a 60.6-kWh battery pack with a CLTC range of 501 to 555 kilometers, according to a new regulatory document. Read more…
