CEO RJ Scaringe said Rivian will “not necessarily lower prices on the things we’re offering today.” More…
Rivian Betting On High R1S And R1T Prices Even As Competition Rises
Volvo and Polestar push back production start of new EVs
The Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 electric models will go into production later than planned. Software-related issues of the common EV platform are causing a delay. According to Volvo Cars, production of the EX90 will not kick off until the first half of 2024 due to the need for “additional time for software development and […] More…
Quick Charge Podcast: May 11, 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…
New Tesla Model 3 refresh leaked photo reveals steering wheel
New footage of a refreshed Tesla Model 3 has leaked, giving a peek at the interior for the first time – including a new steering wheel. More…
BYD to take on Tesla’s Autopilot with new driver-assist software – report
The competition between the world’s largest EV makers is about to heat up. According to a new report, BYD is set to unveil a new advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) later this year that will rival Tesla’s Autopilot. More…
Rooftop solar could power up to 35% of US manufacturing – study
Rooftop solar arrays on industrial buildings could potentially meet the electricity demands of up to 35% of US manufacturing sectors annually, according to a newly released study. More…
Hertz is adding up to 6,000 EVs to its rental fleet in Orlando
Hertz announced today that it plans to add up to 6,000 rental EVs to its existing fleet in Orlando for leisure and business customers, as well as rideshare drivers. More…
China’s EV surge threatens legacy automakers market dominance from GM to VW
As new, advanced EVs take over the auto market in China, legacy automakers, including Volkswagen, General Motors, Toyota, BMW, Honda, and Mercedes Benz, will all lose significant market share, according to a new Greenpeace report. More…
Subaru To Launch Four New Electric Crossovers By End Of 2026
The EVs are expected to be offered in the US but they will be made in Japan, so it’s unlikely they will be eligible for US tax credits. More…
Flite’s new Flitescooter with removable handlebars makes electric hydrofoils easier
Learning to ride an electric hydrofoil is easier than ever, thanks to Flite’s latest addition to its product lineup – the Flitescooter. Complete with removable handlebars, this entry-level foil mimics that of a scooter or bike and is designed for beginners, families, or those who simply wanna cruise the waters leisurely. Check it out. More…
Hong Kong-Based E-Bike Specialist Urtopia Launches The Chord In Europe
Minimalist styling meets everyday practicality. More…
Ghost Autonomy Wants to Use Smartphone Cameras to Crack Autonomous Driving
Affordable smartphone cameras are great for selfies and maybe Level 3 autonomy. More…
Elon Musk Talks Tesla FSD Beta 11.4.1, Adds “Major Update Coming”
Musk reiterates that the update is more than a “point” release and replies about another major update coming. More…
A company is developing self-propelled, battery-electric railcars you can control with your phone
A young tech company called Intramotev has developed zero-emissions freight mobility solutions that could help significantly decarbonize (and revitalize) a major industry in the US. Following a new $200,000 grant from the state of Michigan, Intramotev looks to deploy three of its self-propelled battery-electric railcars in the state later this year. More…
Review: 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge, C40 Recharge show less can be more
It’s easy to miss the most important thing about the refreshed 2024 XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge. These models, which I drove last week near Volvo’s Gothenburg headquarters, make the rear wheels the primary drive wheels for the first time in a Volvo in decades. Yet they don’t look much different than their 2023 equivalents… More…
Volkswagen teases more powerful and sporty ID.7 GTX trim
Volkswagen is teasing its newest flagship electric sedan variant, the ID.7 GTX. The new VW ID.7 GTX will include new sporty design features, more power, and a dual-motor AWD system.. More…
First-Ever Chevy Corvette EV Built By Motorola Up For Sale On eBay
The one-off prototype is priced at $100,000, but whoever buys it will need to fork out more to replace the dead batteries. More…
Panasonic Will Delay 4680-Type Battery Cell Commercialization
The company intends to improve the cell’s performance first. More…
Polestar Delays EV Launch, Cuts Volume Forecast: Volvo Also Impacted
Volvo is facing related delays with its flagship EX90 electric SUV. More…
Hyundai to invest $2.45 bn for EV production expansion in India
Hyundai Motor has announced that it will invest 200 billion rupees ($2.45 bn) in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu over the next ten years to bolster the country’s electric vehicle production. This is in line with recent international advancements. As for India, Hyundai plans to increase capacity at its factory near Chennai to 850,000 […] More…
