China’s government has turned to the World Trade Organisation’s Dispute Settlement Body over the European Union’s punitive tariffs on electric cars. It believes that its nation has been unfairly exposed to the EU’s provisional punitive tariffs, which came into force in July. Read more…
The $61,000 Tesla Cybertruck Is Dead. Here’s Why
On the flip side, you can order the electric pickup without a reservation and have it delivered this month. Is it worth it, though? Read more…
Avatr to unveil limited-edition model Avatr 012 on Aug 20
The Avatr 012 is expected to be based on the Avatr 12 electric sedan to target fashion-conscious potential customers. Read more…
Xpeng’s AI robot can complete reservation for Mona M03, video shows
A video shared by Xpeng’s CEO shows that the company’s AI robot can complete the entire process of booking the Mona M03, except for payment. Read more…
Police Diversify With EVs As Combustion Engine Just Can’t Keep Up
Departments are finding their existing combustion engine fleet cannot keep up with todays modern electric vehicles. Read more…
The Lexus RZ 450e: Buy Literally Any Other EV Instead
A nice interior can’t make up for the RZ 450e’s many weaknesses. Read more…
EV battery costs dropped 90% in last 15 years
The average price of a lithium-ion battery pack for a light-duty EV has decreased 90% over the past 15 years, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) estimates. In 2023, the DOE estimates pack prices averaged $139/kwh on a usable-energy basis for production at scale, meaning at least 100,000 units per year. That’s still not quite at the magical… Read more…
Why do modern vehicles beep so much while driving?
Modern cars gain more and more passenger safety features, moving past crash survivability, and attempting to prevent accidents from occurring at all. However our experience with car reviews tells us that they are also getting increasingly more intrusive in their beeps and chimes and other “nudges”, so we decided to delve into the reason why they differentiate so much and… Read more…
Zeekr to launch new models on Aug 13, refreshed 001 and 007 expected
A Zeekr poster hints that the Zeekr 001 shooting brake and the Zeekr 007 sedan will get the 2025 model year updates, both just about half a year after the launch of their predecessors. Read more…
BYD launches Sealion 6 DM-i hybrid SUV in Thailand
Previously BYD’s available models in Thailand were three BEVs — Dolphin, Sealion and Atto 3. Read more…
A city with little transit, LA wants to host a ‘no-car’ 2028 Olympic games: here’s how
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games wrapping up, Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass is in town to prepare the world for what the 2028 Olympics will look like in Los Angeles. Read more…
GMC Sierra EV: The Wait Is Nearly Over For Reservation Holders
2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 production is on its way to dealers now. Read more…
Volkswagen ID.4 Is Now More Affordable Than A Toyota Camry
Why drive a Jetta when you can lease an ID.4 for the same terms? Read more…
CATL opens 1st experience center to showcase EV models powered by its batteries
CATL’s first experience center opened today, bringing together nearly 100 models from about 50 automotive brands it ramps up its engagement with consumers. Read more…
2025 Nissan Leaf is now cheaper than Versa economy car
Thanks to incentives, the 2025 Nissan Leaf is now the automaker’s cheapest model regardless of powertrain type, reports CarsDirect, undercutting the gasoline Versa economy car. The base 2025 Nissan Leaf S starts at $29,280 with destination, but through September 3 it’s eligible for $7,500 in NMAC Special APR cash, which is essentially a rebate… Read more…
Beijing authorities approve Mercedes’ fully automated driving tests
Mercedes-Benz has started testing fully automated Level 4 driving systems on designated inner-city roads and motorways in Beijing. Authorities have just given the green light. Read more…
Volocopter takes off for a demonstration flight near Paris
The German air taxi startup Volocopter actually wanted to offer a commercial service during the Olympic Games in Paris. However, the ambitious plan failed for various reasons. Instead, a Volocopter took off for a demonstration flight near Paris yesterday. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck can now be ordered in the US without a reservation
Tesla’s ramp-up of Cybertruck production seems to be going well, as you can now, for the first time, order one from the company’s website in the US without having a reservation. You only get two options, however. The Foundation Series dual-motor AWD with 512 km of estimated EPA range, a 4.1-second sprint to 97 km/h, 180 km/h top speed, 600… Read more…
Rivian R2 will reportedly have its charging port at the rear on the driver’s side
Rivian unveiled the R2 in March, and people seem to love it, given how many reservations the company has received for the model. The R2 is now rumored to have switched the location of its charging port. According to a user on Rivian’s forum, at the Rivian Space in Pasadena one of the company’s VPs confirmed that the charging port… Read more…
In the US, Ørsted forms its first-ever battery storage partnership
In the US, Ørsted has entered into a joint venture with Mission Clean Energy, in its first-ever standalone battery storage partnership. Read more…
