In what can only be described as one of the most anticipated events this year, Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, has officially revealed its first electric vehicle, the SU7. With ambitions to rival the likes of Porsche and Tesla, Xiaomi’s foray into the electric car arena may raise some eyebrows, but after a closer look, it seems Xiaomi has what… Read more…
Would You Ride A Three-Wheeled E-Bike Like The Dolas Defender 250?
This unique e-bike boasts three wheels in a row, each with a 250W hub motor. Read more…
Redesigned Tesla Model Y On Track To Debut In Mid 2024: Report
Tesla’s Chinese team is apparently responsible for the update. Read more…
Two EV models powered by sodium-ion batteries roll off line in China
The two models feature sodium-ion batteries from Farasis Energy and Hina Battery, marking a step closer to large-scale use of the new, lower-cost batteries. Read more…
Nio ET9 flagship EV debuts super-fast charging and battery swapping
Chinese automaker Nio recently unveiled its new flagship EV—a large sedan called the ET9. Measuring 209.6 inches long (with a 127.9-inch wheelbase), 79.3 inches long, and 63.7 inches tall, the ET9 is just over a foot longer than a Lucid Air. It’s taller as well, but the Lucid is wider. And both cars emphasize fast charging. Nio opts for 925… Read more…
Smartphone maker Xiaomi unveils first EV, aims to rival Tesla and Porsche
Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi officially unveiled its first electric car yesterday at a launch event in Beijing, while declaring its big ambitions to rival Tesla and Porsche and become a top automaker within the next two decades. Read more…
Huawei-backed Aito M9 SUV comes with more screens than seats
Aito, a joint venture between Huawei and Seres, has officially unveiled its flagship six-seater SUV, the M9. Boasting more screens than seats, this electric SUV aims to be a multimedia consumption device on wheels. The exterior of the Aito M9 presents a modern silhouette, adorned with high-tech headlights reminiscent of Huawei’s Luxeed S7 sedan. These adaptive matrix LED units not… Read more…
GAC Aion sees its 1 millionth vehicle roll off line
This is four years and eight months after GAC Aion’s first vehicle rolled off the production line in April 2019. Read more…
Xiaomi unveils its 1st EV model SU7, aims to be among top 5 automakers globally in 20 years
Xiaomi wants to become one of the top five car companies in the world in 15-20 years and aims to be among the top-tier players in the smart driving space in 2024. Read more…
2023 review: Rediscover the year’s most popular articles
We have compiled the year’s most-read articles, from advances in battery technology over the end of combustion engines to NACS receiving full SAE recognition. This is 2023 in review, and there are exciting times ahead. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 27, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Xiaomi EV tech launch: Live updates
Xiaomi hopes to become one of the top five car companies in the world through 15-20 years of efforts, said CEO Lei Jun. Read more…
China NEV retail sales at 567,000 in Dec 1-24, up 10% from same period last month
China’s passenger NEV retail sales stood at 7.375 million units so far this year, up 34 percent year-on-year. Read more…
Xiaomi EV releases official images of its first model SU7
Xiaomi EV has released images of its first model, the SU7, showing off exterior details, 2 hours before its first major launch began. Read more…
Nio’s NOP+ completes coverage of 320,000 km urban mileage, exceeding year-end target
In Shanghai, NOP+ is now available on 99 percent of the city’s main roads, while the coverage of all urban roads in the city, including main roads and all side roads, reached 78.4 percent. Read more…
Chevy Bolt EV is still available to lease for $299/mo before production ends in January
Although GM is ending production of the Chevy Bolt EV (for now), it’s still available as one of the most affordable EVs on the market. The 2023 Chevy Bolt EV is available to lease for $299 per month, but you will have to act fast. Read more…
Volkswagen confirms new Golf coming in 2024 with new powertrains
In 1974, Volkswagen’s introduction of the Golf marked a revolutionary shift in the automotive landscape, replacing the legendary Beetle with front-wheel drive and a versatile design. Fast forward to its 50th birthday in 2024, and the Golf is gearing up for another transformation. The company promises a global premiere of the mid-life refresh in just a few short weeks. This… Read more…
Goal Zero Yeti 200X power station hits $175, end-of-year e-bike clearance, more
The best price ever makes Goal Zero’s Yeti 200X Power Station even more affordable as it drops to $175. Tons of other end-of-the-year clearance discounts are also live in today’s best Green Deals, with deep price cuts on e-bikes being joined by other electric gear.. Read more…
Volkswagen-backed EV maker rolls out first sodium-ion battery powered electric car
JAC Group’s Yiwei, a new EV brand in China backed by Volkswagen, debuted the first sodium-ion battery-powered electric car. The new JAC Yiwei EV rolled off the assembly line Wednesday.. Read more…
Tesla accuses Reuters of manufacturing a story
Tesla is accusing Reuters of “manufacturing” a story about the automaker lying to customers to make repairs off warranty. Read more…
