According to insiders, Tesla has stopped the development of its compact model with a steering wheel and pedals. Elon Musk reacted immediately to the rumour and shortly afterwards announced a presentation date for the self-driving robotaxi that is based on the same platform. Read more…
BMW U.S. All-Electric Car Sales Improved 63% In Q1 2024
EV share remains above 10% of the brand’s total sales. Read more…
Li Auto says its lower-priced Li L6 to be launched ‘soon’
The Li L6, based on Li Auto’s second-generation extended-range platform, is a premium mid-to-large-size five-seat SUV aimed at young families, it said. Read more…
This dual-steering wheel electric go-kart looks like a fun little divorce on wheels
They say there’s no better test of a relationship than riding a tandem bike with your partner. But I propose that whoever penned that axiom never tried the go-kart equivalent. Who’s ready to step right up and pop a squat into this dual-steering wheel go-kart for some around-the-track fun with your better half?. Read more…
StoreDot battery does 2,000 extreme fast charge cycles, retains over 80% capacity
StoreDot just achieved another milestone in its quest to commercialize its next-gen battery tech. The company’s silicon-dominated batteries have endured a staggering 2,000 extreme fast charging (XFC) cycles while retaining over 80% of their original capacity. Not only are StoreDot’s battery able to complete a 10% to 80% charge in 10 minutes, but they have now been proven to exceed… Read more…
Electric kick-scooters banned from public transport in Bavaria
In Germany, electric scooters have been banned from public transport in Bavaria for safety reasons. Bans come into force this month in Munich and Augsburg. Read more…
The Hague commissions Vattenfall to manage its charging network
The Hague has commissioned Vattenfall InCharge to manage and maintain its 5,400 public charging points. The agreement also includes expanding the network by 3,200 charging points over the next four years. The new charging points will also be “vehicle-to-grid-ready.” Read more…
Ekoenergetyka presents fast-charging system for Scandinavia
The Polish charging hardware manufacturer Ekoenergetyka is strengthening its presence on the Nordic market with a charging system specially tailored to CPOs there. The system demonstrated by Ekoenergetyka at the Nordic EV Summit supplies up to six charging points via a central unit. Read more…
Report says Tesla canceled its $25,000 Model 2, Elon Musk disagrees
Earlier today, Reuters came out with a report claiming that Tesla canceled its “low-cost car” plans – this $25,000 or thereabouts EV has long been referred to as the Model 2. This information apparently came from three separate sources, which claimed that, instead of building its cheapest EV yet, Tesla would focus on self-driving taxis. There is, however, a pretty… Read more…
See & test drive your favorite EVs at Drive Electric Earth Month, thru April
It’s that time of year again, time for events across the country to show off electric vehicles at Drive Electric Earth Month. Read more…
Tesla sets Robotaxi reveal for Aug. 8
Tesla will unveil its Robotaxi August 8, CEO Elon Musk announced Friday. In his typical fashion, Musk made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), the social media site he owns. The post included the date with no further details. According to a Reuters report earlier in the day, Tesla has reportedly dropped its $25,000 affordable EV project in… Read more…
Hyundai Motor, including Kia top Ford and GM in US EV market with affordable EVs
Hyundai Motor Group, including Kia, is using affordability to gain market share in the US. With low-cost electric cars, Hyundai Motor, along with Kia, surged past American automakers Ford and GM in the US EV market in the first three months of 2024. Read more…
This old Texas wind farm now makes more power with fewer turbines
An old wind farm in Texas just got a second life, and its capacity has gone from 160 megawatts (MW) to 182 MW. Read more…
Tesla is unveiling its new ‘robotaxi’ on August 8
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the automaker is planning to unveil its new ‘robotaxi’, a next-generation self-driving vehicle, on August 8th. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck spotted near BMW’s Munich R&D center
A photo of a large and conspicuously triangle-shaped vehicle in Munich, near BMW’s Research and Innovation Center, has surfaced on the internet, suggesting the German automaker is doing a teardown of the newly-released Tesla Cybertruck. Read more…
Elon Musk Says Tesla Robotaxi Will Be Revealed On August 8, 2024
The news follows a report that a planned “affordable Tesla” project is dead. Read more…
Which Electric Cars Come With A Free Or Discounted Level 2 Home Charger?
Only a few do believe it or not. And even then, you might still have to pay some money. Read more…
Cybertruck Teething Issues Have Tesla Owners Calling Tow Trucks
Someone needs to check on Cybertruck owners stat, because a few are not having a good time. Read more…
Elon Musk shuts down report that Tesla is scrapping its ‘$25,000 Model 2’ electric car
Elon Musk has shut down a report that Tesla is scrapping its ‘$25,000 Model 2’ electric car in favor of its ‘Robotaxi’. Read more…
BYD leads EV sales surge in Brazil with affordable electric cars
China’s leading automaker, BYD, is aggressively expanding overseas. After launching its low-cost Seagull EV (Dolphin Mini) in Brazil, starting at around $20,000 (99,800 BRL), BYD is leading the EV sales surge in the country. However, with a new import tax looming, can the Chinese EV maker continue the momentum. Read more…
