The Zeekr 007 will be Zeekr’s first sedan and its first model for the mainstream market, as all three of its current models on sale are aimed at niche markets. Read more…
Xpeng launches LFP battery-equipped variants of P7i with starting price reduced by $3,570
Xpeng launched two new variants of the P7i with a CLTC range of 550 kilometers at a reduced starting price of RMB 223,900. Read more…
Vlogger ruled to apologize to Nio and pay financial damages for reputation infringement
The vlogger was ordered to post apologies on his Douyin account for 90 consecutive days and to compensate Nio for financial losses totaling more than 600,000 yuan in a first instance ruling. Read more…
SAIC’s MG brand sees 1st Thailand-made MG4 EV roll off line
MG topped China’s NEV exports in the first half of this year with a 25.3 percent share. Read more…
Fang Cheng Bao will open sales of Bao 5 on November 9
Fang Cheng Bao, a sub-brand of the renowned BYD, is set to officially launch its debut model, the Bao 5 SUV, on November 9. This momentous event comes after the brand started pre-sales on August 25, with the price ranging from RMB 300,000 to RMB 400,000 (approximately €39,100 to €52,200). The Bao 5 (or Leopard 5) isn’t just another addition to the electric vehicle market; it’s an EREV SUV that promises to redefine off-road capabilities. At its core is the innovative Cell to Chassis (CTC) battery pack. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill battery – it boasts a five-layer protective structure,… More…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in November 2023
Here at Electrek we have spent countless hours undertaking detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through those thousands of miles of riding, we’ve gotten to know these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That dedication to real world e-bike testing has helped us find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget.. More…
BYD’s First European Factory Might Be Built In Hungary: Report
China’s largest EV manufacturer will expand its production efforts in Europe. But what about the U.S.? More…
Volvo Development Boss Drives A Tesla Model Y To Work
Here’s why that’s actually a positive for Volvo. More…
Nissan e-Power hybrid tech might evolve for US on the way to EVs
Since the introduction of its e-Power series-hybrid system seven years ago, Nissan has refined the tech and leaned on it as the path toward a fully electric future for the brand. But there isn’t a single U.S.-market model yet with this tech. What’s the holdup? Partly, it’s that Nissan has focused its hybrids toward other markets… More…
First ever Tesla Cybertruck in matte black spotted
Tesla Cybertruck, the ever-polarizing electric vehicle known for its unconventional stainless steel body, was recently spotted with a new twist – a matte black wrap. This sighting, featuring Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen behind the wheel, has reignited speculation about potential factory customization options for the eagerly anticipated vehicle. The matte black Cybertruck made its debut in Santa Monica, turning heads at a local “Teslas & Coffee” event. This isn’t the first time the Cybertruck has been seen in alternative guises, with previous versions wrapped in various… More…
BMW patents ‘Push-to-Pass’ feature for electric sports cars
In the ever-evolving world of electric vehicles, BMW has taken a path maybe slightly less trodden with its latest innovation – a ‘Push-to-Pass’ boost mode designed specifically for electric sports cars. With this cutting-edge technology, BMW wants to redefine the driving experience in EVs, promising to bring an exhilarating edge to what apparently many perceive as a sedate sector of the automotive industry. At the heart of this innovation is a simple yet ingenious concept: a boost mode that can be activated via a paddle or button. This function unleashes a sudden surge in torque,… More…
Tesla Cybertruck spotted in matte black for first time – wraps incoming?
Tesla’s Cybertruck is finally hitting the road at the end of this month, but it was spotted today in a special color – matte black, the first time we’ve seen the Cybertruck in anything other than basic unpainted stainless steel. More…
Tesla Chief Designer Seen In Matte Black Cybertruck
Don’t like stainless steel? Wrap it up. More…
Tesla to make the €25,000 electric vehicle at Giga Berlin
In a recent visit to Tesla’s Giga Berlin, CEO Elon Musk unveiled plans to manufacture a budget-friendly €25,000 electric vehicle, marking a strategic move to broaden its consumer base by offering a more accessible price point. This initiative comes as a part of Tesla’s persistent efforts to cement its presence in the competitive EV market, especially in Europe. Giga Berlin has become a pivotal hub for Tesla’s European operations, and Musk’s visit highlighted the importance of the facility in the company’s global strategy. Amidst the metallic hum of machinery and the diligent work of Tesla… More…
Next-Gen $25,000 Tesla EV To Be Produced In Germany: Report
Mexico and Texas are possible production sites too. More…
Xiaomi electric sedan revealed in spy photos
As Xiaomi diversifies its technological dominion, its first foray into the electric vehicle landscape is beginning to take shape. Newly surfaced spy shots give automobile enthusiasts and tech aficionados their first glimpse into Xiaomi’s initial EV model. These images, originating from the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, show an electric sedan rich with modern design cues, despite its strategic camouflage and missing components. The captured images of Xiaomi’s EV, shrouded in veils of secrecy until now, show frameless doors – a sleek touch for an elegant entry and exit – and… More…
Trucking companies are suing to poison you with gas instead of saving money
Trucking companies are currently suing the state of California in federal court, trying to protect their ability to continue forcing poison into your lungs and the lungs of their employees because they don’t want to save themselves money by shifting to electric trucks. More…
Honda shows off its first electric bicycle
Honda is taking a page out of just about every other major automotive manufacturer’s playbook by debuting its first electric bicycle, the Honda e-MTB Concept. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 4, 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. More…
Dayun Yuanhang Y6 comes with 150 kWh battery and 1,020 km range
It seems the Chinese have found a remedy for range anxiety – enter the Dayun Yuanhang Y6, a new luxury sedan poised to redefine the benchmarks of the electric automotive industry. With the production set to start on November 8, this Chinese-manufactured marvel is not just a testament to technological advancement but also to the increasingly competitive pricing strategies in the EV sector, with models priced between RMB 329,800 and RMB 529,800 (€42,000 – €68,000). The Yuanhang Y6’s impressive specs are anchored on its electric BHD platform, a brainchild of collaborative innovation… More…
