Tesla has released a new update to its mobile app that adds a good feature for lazy owners, like myself, and a change in the backend that points to an upcoming feature. More…
Faraday fires their CEO Carsten Breitfeld
The struggling Californian electric car start-up Faraday Future has removed Carsten Breitfeld as CEO of the company. His successor has already been appointed internally. However, the tasks for the new CEO will not be easy, according to the latest publications. Breitfeld has been removed as global CEO by the board of directors “following a comprehensive […] More…
Tesla to deliver updated Model 3 in 2023
Tesla is apparently working on a revised version of the Model 3 to reduce production costs and increase the appeal of the five-year-old electric sedan. However, the scope is still open – both in terms of changes to the appearance and technology, as well as those in production. Reuters, citing four insiders, reports that one […] More…
Aiways to supply Phoenix with over 100,000 BEVs
Chinese electric car manufacturer Aiways has become a strategic partner with Thai eMobility service provider Phoenix EV. The deal includes an order for at least 100,000 Aiways vehicles over the next five years and the establishment of a joint venture. The collaboration between the two companies will focus on the Thai market, according to an […] More…
Tesla announces two recalls at the same time in China
There are two more recalls for Tesla, this time in China. One of the actions concerns a problem with the battery management software of 67,698 imported Model S and Model X, which can lead to a loss of power. The other is more serious, as it pertains to seat belt issues. The first problem can […] More…
Inflation Reduction Act Disrupts EV Market, Says Kia Of America COO
Steve Center believes the law pulls the rug out from the entire industry. More…
Software predicts future cell health
A machine learning algorithm could help reduce charging times and prolong battery life in EVs by predicting how different driving patterns affect battery performance (writes Nick Flaherty). Researchers from the University of Cambridge in the UK developed a non-invasive impedance-based approach to get accurate data on the state of health (SOH) of a battery. The […] More…
Tesla Recalls 80,000 EVs In China, But Only 16% Need Service Visit
The recall is caused by software and seat belt issues on China-made and imported vehicles. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 28, 2022
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…
The new Pepsi challenge: Coke and Pepsi race toward sustainable delivery fleets
Coke and Pepsi are fighting for first again. Only this time, they are battling for the right reasons. A few days before Pepsi is set to receive its first Tesla electric semi trucks on December 1, Coca-Cola has exciting news of its own – the company has begun deliveries in its new electric truck fleet.. More…
Tesla, Quebec, LG, and others work on new ‘battery passport’
Tesla, Quebec, LG, and others, through the Global Battery Alliance, are working on a new “battery passport” to help track battery materials. More…
What Is An EV Tire And Do I Need It?
Will your electric car benefit from an EV-specific tire? More…
Lucid Could Be Working On A $50,000 Electric Sedan Coming In 2025
The manufacturer recently revealed the $250,000 Air Sapphire and it’s in the process of launching the more affordable Air Pure model. More…
Alaska oil and gas lease sale is on because Joe Manchin insisted
The US Interior Department today announced that an oil and gas lease sale for Alaska’s Cook Inlet will take place on December 30 – a concession made to Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) so that he’d vote for the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). More…
Electric skateboard review: Is the Tynee Mini 2 the budget e-shortboard for you?
Electric skateboards are often overlooked in the broader micromobility ecosystem, but they’re tons of fun as both commuter EVs and recreational rides. The Tynee Mini 2 brings affordable electric shortboards to the masses, and is even more convenient than a bulky electric longboard. More…
VW CEO says EU is losing competitiveness while urging clean energy investments
VW brand CEO, Thomas Shafer, says Europe, Germany in particular, is “rapidly losing” its competitiveness as it falls behind in the race to a clean energy economy.. More…
Stellantis relaunches Lancia as all-electric marque, teases radical EV design
Italian automotive brand Lancia is experiencing a new renaissance in its 116 year history, and it involves going all electric. During a “Design Day” event today, the Stellantis subsidiary kicked off a ten year strategy that will introduce three bespoke Lancia EVs between 2024-2028. While it didn’t share any glimpse of its future EVs, Lancia did share an interesting looking automotive sculpture that encompasses the radical design we will see in all three of the future models. See more below. More…
Nissan Ariya Noted A Good Result In Moose Test: 77 km/h (48 mph)
It’s better than the Renault Megane E-Tech, based on the same platform. More…
Tesla’s EVs May Figure Out If You’re Using Devices To Cheat Autopilot
Now that Tesla’s latest version of Full Self-Driving beta is becoming available to everyone, it seems the safety More…
Quicksilver Tesla Model Y Seen Outside Berlin Gigafactory With White Interior
Along with Midnight Cherry, Quicksilver was developed in Tesla’s advanced new paint shop in Germany. More…
