Think of John Deere’s new E-Drive 744 and 824 X-Tier hybrid wheel loaders as the range-extended EVs or PHEVs of the heavy equipment world, offering onboard diesel power generation and fully electric drive. Read more…
Infinite Range Solar EV? This YouTuber Built One, With An Asterisk
Can we build solar-powered EVs that don’t need to be recharged? Technically yes. Here’s why that’s impractical. Read more…
Kia EV3 Video Review: An Affordable EV ‘Ahead Of Tesla’
Another video review on the new $35,000 Kia EV3’s home turf sings the praises of an EV that’s both high-tech and affordable. Read more…
Score discounts on innovative and customizable electric bikes from Macfox
Electric micromobility specialist Macfox Bikes is showing off two of its best models and offering an exclusive discount to Electrek readers. Whether it’s the X1S commuter, all-terrain-ready X2, or one of the brand’s other bikes, Macfox is passing on the savings to its loyal community of riders. Read more…
Buying A Used Tesla Model 3 Performance For Under $25,000: It’s Complicated
Navigating sketchy dealers who want to cash the used EV tax credit for themselves and discovering coolant leaks. It’s all there. Read more…
2025 Mercedes GLC PHEV Has 54 Miles Of Electric Range, DC Fast Charging
Mercedes is keen to point out that its range and charging numbers put it at the top of its class. Read more…
BYD reveals official images of Seal 06 GT as debut nears
The exterior of the BYD Seal 06 GT carries a sporty and performance car look, though not as aggressive as the design of the Ocean-M concept. Read more…
Tesla deletes its blog post stating all cars have self-driving hardware
Tesla has cleaned up its website’s blog section, deleting all posts prior to 2019. This includes the post titled “All Tesla Cars Being Produced Now Have Full Self-Driving Hardware,” which was originally published October 19, 2016. Read more…
US EV “loophole” subsidizes imports, has fueled leasing boom
Inflation Reduction Act’s 45W, intended for commercial fleets, subsidizes EV leasing Up to $7,500 of federal money applies to EV leases regardless of their price or where they’re built That’s stoked a leasing boom that undercuts some of the original intent of the IRA If you seek a new luxury EV, or an EV made overseas, the payment math may point… Read more…
Renault removes the Twingo from the DACH markets
Without much ado, Renault has withdrawn the Twingo Electric from its programme. The small electric car will no longer be offered. However, patience is required until it returns as a retro electric car. The successor is not due to roll off the production line in Novo Mesto until 2026. Read more…
Uber integrates robotaxis from GM subsidiary Cruise into its app
Last October, the robotaxi service Cruise from General Motors temporarily suspended its service following an accident. But now Cruise is back with a cooperation with Uber. Read more…
Neta S Kombi to be the first model on CATL chassis
The first model based on CATL’s CIIC skateboard chassis will be the 800-volt version of the Neta S Kombi. It had already become apparent that Neta would be one of the first customers of the CATL chassis. Read more…
Xpeng launches G6 electric SUV in Thailand
The G6 is Xpeng’s first model launched in Thailand, and the SUV will also be available in Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia in the coming months. Read more…
VW’s battery plants will have less capacity due to EV sales slump
Volkswagen has decided to cut back its EV battery cell plant plans given the recent sales slump for EVs. The company is scaling back its developments in Europe and North America, and will reevaluate in the future based on how the EV market evolves. VW announced in 2021 that it would have six battery cell plants by 2030 with a… Read more…
The US govt is fixing and upgrading 4,500 EV charging ports
The US Joint Office of Energy and Transportation has broken ground on a $150 million grant project to repair and upgrade 4,500 EV charging ports. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Semi news, VW ID.Buzz pricing, Ford’s change of plan with EVs, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss a bunch of Tesla Semi news, VW ID.Buz pricing, Ford’s change of plan with EVs, and more. Read more…
Tesla Superchargers boost EV satisfaction, but public charging failures persist
Satisfaction with EV charging has improved, particularly with DC fast chargers and Tesla Superchargers, but challenges remain, according to the J.D. Power “2024 US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Public Charging Study.”. Read more…
Range Rover’s first EV secures over 42,000 reservations
The all-electric Range Rover is almost here. Although the brand admits it’s been challenging, Range Rover’s first EV will be a “true Range Rover” with unrivaled capability and luxury as reservations top 42,000. Read more…
BYD Overtook Honda And Nissan In Sales Last Quarter
It turns out that people really do want cheap electric cars. If the trend continues, it won’t be long until BYD passes Ford. Read more…
Used Volkswagen ID.4’s Are Getting Really Cheap
The ID.4 may not be the best EV in its class, but used ones could be compelling to buyers on a budget. Read more…
