At the Munich auto show this week, Mini is showing the first two of what it claims will be part of a full lineup of EVs. The duo debuting at the show includes a redesigned version of the Mini Cooper hatchback and a first-ever all-electric version of the Mini Countryman crossover. Both are expected to reach the U.S. for the 2025 model year… More…
This vintage-looking electric sports car seems much pricier than it is
One of the cool things about window shopping through China’s largest online mall is that you find some weirdly cheap… More…
BMW Vision New Class: Preview of the upcoming electric 3 Series
It is supposed to be nothing less than the “reinvention of BMW”: The German carmaker has presented the BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept in the run-up to the IAA Mobility in Munich to showcase the design language for the EVs based on the new platform. In fact, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse joins the appearance […] More…
BMW Vision Neue Klasse Concept: A Minimalist EV With A Giant Head-Up Display
The “monolothic” design will help improve future range and efficiency. More…
We finally have a clear shot of the Tesla Cybertruck with frunk open
Tesla is currently testing the dual-motor Cybertruck, of which we’ve been getting a lot of pictures, and now we have the best look yet at its wide-but-shallow frunk. More…
This modular solar canopy only takes 6 hours to install
Reno, Nevada-based startup World4Solar is debuting a freestanding modular solar canopy that can be installed in less than a day. More…
Mercedes-Benz teases entry-level electric CLA concept with a new front face, 466-mile range
Mercedes-Benz is gearing up to debut the new CLA EV concept sedan at IAA Mobility, spearheading a new entry-level model family. More…
Report: GMC Hummer EV Production Significantly Improved
Unofficial data indicates 2,000+ units produced per month since May. More…
Biden Administration Infuses $15.5 Billion Into Factory Conversions For EVs
The latest program focuses on rehiring workers and retooling existing ICE factories for EV production. More…
FSD Beta Testers Notice Improved Camera Quality In Latest Tesla Upgrade
Tesla is attempting to perfect FSD on Hardware 3 cars before Hardware 4. More…
ZEEKR’s 001 FR will have quad-motors, CATL Qilin batteries, and 1,265 bhp… oh, and tank turns
Less than a month after teasing a new high-performance version of its flagship 001 EV, ZEEKR has shared some of its upcoming specs – and they’re impressive. After straight up calling Tesla’s Model S Plaid “dull,” the Chinese automaker is “saying sorry to other performance brands,” because the ZEEKR 001 FR is packin’ some heat. More…
Podcast: Tesla launches Model 3 refresh, Model S/X and FSD pricing update, FSD Beta tries to kill me, 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 Tesla’s launch of the Model 3 refresh, Model S/X and FSD pricing update, FSD Beta trying to kill me, and more. More…
Lucid extends price promo after positive response, Air EV starts at $82,400
The Pure Summer Event lives on. EV maker Lucid Motors announced it’s extending the price promotion on the Air electric sedan models for another month. More…
Tesla (TSLA) tumbles on price cuts, “appreciating asset” dream going away
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) tumbled today on price cuts across its lineup and the dream sold by Elon Musk that Tesla vehicles will become an “appreciating asset” is going away. More…
Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class EV Teased Ahead Of September 3 Debut
It previews future Mercedes models using the MMA platform, and you can see it at the 2023 Munich Motor Show. More…
We drove the first all-electric street sweeper in the US, coming to LA soon
Battle Motors and Elgin Sweeper Company have collaborated to put the first all-electric street sweeper into service in the US, and we got to drive it. More…
Tesla Cancels Model 3 Performance Orders In Australia As Highland Arrives
It’s not clear what this means for the Model 3 Performance in the Highland era. More…
Electric Bike Manufacturer Sondors Reportedly In Serious Trouble
Customer frustration grows as more and more people have yet to receive their pre-ordered Sondors Metacycles. More…
Tesla is testing Cybertruck with dual-motor powertrain, interior look
Tesla is testing the Cybertruck with a dual-motor powertrain, according to new pictures of a prototype of the electric pickup truck. More…
Zeekr 001 FR Debuts As 1,265-HP Quad-Motor Rival For Model S Plaid
The Geely-owned brand claims the 001 FR does zero to 62 mph in 2.07 seconds “in a rolling start scenario;” it can also do a tank turn! More…
