The outspoken CEO also provided his estimate of Tesla Energy’s peak margins. More…
Elon Musk’s Take On Tesla’s 80% Margins After Full Autonomy
German Bike Label Maxx Presents The New ELF Range Of E-Bikes
Across the board, the ELF e-bikes are powered by the compact and powerful Fazua Ride 60 motor. More…
BMW Introducing New i4 AWD, i7 RWD Variants To US Market This Fall
The $62,595 i4 xDrive40 will offer a more affordable alternative to the i4 M50, while the $106,695 i7 eDrive50 will be the base i7. More…
Deutsche Bank Impressed With Giga Texas, Concerned About Price Cuts
The analysts are “all in” after the recent Tesla factory tour, but they fear earnings will be impacted by more price cuts ahead. More…
Volvo Group scores its largest order for electric trucks, saving up to 50K tons of CO2 annually
Volvo Group just secured its largest order for electric trucks to date, a win for the company and the industry. The company signed a letter of intent to sell 1,000 electric trucks to Swiss sustainable building solutions leader Holcim.. More…
Electric bikes for everyone – breaking down the myths
Electric bikes have spent the better part of the last decade making a significant impact in the world of personal transportation (or three decades depending on who you ask). However, despite their booming popularity, there still exists a number of myths around these innovative forms of alternative transportation. One of the most common misconceptions is that electric bikes are for older riders or those with mobility issues.. More…
XPeng rolls first G6 coupe SUV off assembly line ahead of initial deliveries
One month after debuting its new compact G6 SUV atop its latest EV platform, XPeng Motors has reportedly rolled its first production model off the assembly in China. The EV automaker previously promised a launch and deliveries this quarter, so the G6 could be arriving to customers soon. More…
Audi Q8 e-tron first drive: Notable improvements where it truly counts – in the battery and motor
Last November, Audi announced a rebranding of its flagship e-tron model to the Q8 e-tron, establishing it as its top-of-the-line EV model and solidifying its place in the c-segment without any more confusion. I recently got the opportunity to explore the added performance of both the Audi Q8 e-tron quattro and Sportback through the Redwoods and along the coast of Sonoma County in California. Here are my thoughts. More…
2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron First Drive Review: Maturity Beckons
Audi’s refreshed EV gets with the times thanks to a 285-mile range and a sensible new name. More…
Tesla Model Y Caught Fire, Total Loss: Owner Demanding Answers
The owner reportedly contacted Tesla Customer Service and was told to bring the car to a Service Center. More…
Report: Tesla Has The Best Brand Loyalty Of Any Automaker
The EV manufacturer now has a brand loyalty rating of 67%. More…
Chevy Silverado EV WT vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Pro: Electric work trucks compared
With pricing information for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Work Truck (WT) trickling out ahead of its planned launch, it’s time for an initial comparison with the rival Ford F-150 Lightning Pro, simply by price and range. Both the Silverado EV WT and Lightning Pro are aimed at fleet customers rather than retail buyers, addressing an important… More…
BMW is adding AWD and RWD options to its i4 and i7 EVs this year
BMW USA just shared a model update for summer 2023 that includes two new EV variants consumers should see delivered before year’s end. First, BMW is introducing a lower priced all-wheel drive (AWD) version of its i4 Gran Coupe, plus a rear-wheel drive (RWD) version of the new i7 EV. Those models will also feature a new operating system from BMW called iDrive 8.5. More…
Feds tackle EV charger reliability in US infrastructure buildout
There’s a lot riding on the success and effectiveness of the $7.5 billion nationwide network of EV chargers that’s taking form based on the last week’s updates from the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation. Tesla has its comprehensive Supercharger network for its vehicles, and the Electrify America network has allowed EV road… More…
Ford Three-Row Electric SUV Coming In 2025 With 350 Miles Of Range
Ford’s chief advanced product development and technology officer, Doug Field, likened the upcoming model to an Expedition. More…
Cadillac Escalade IQ Is The First All-Electric Escalade
It will be revealed later this year. More…
New PVY Z20 Plus E-Bike Combines Practicality With Off-Road Capability
The rugged folding e-bike has an ongoing crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. More…
Gotion High-Tech prepares LMFP cell production
The Chinese battery cell manufacturer Gotion High-Tech has presented a battery cell based on lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), intended to help electric cars achieve ranges of 1,000 kilometres according to Chinese standards. Progress at Gotion High-Tech is closely monitored in Germany since Volkswagen has been the largest single shareholder in the Chinese battery cell […] More…
ChargeX Consortium Aims To Improve US Public EV Charging
The new group has nearly 30 members, including Tesla, Ford, and Electrify America. More…
BMW and Tyde unveil fast electric boat in Cannes
BMW and boat manufacturer Tyde have unveiled a groundbreaking electric boat in Cannes. Dubbed The Icon, this watercraft represents a “new kind of flagbearer,” according to BMW, when it comes to zero-emission vessels. The company also called the boat a trailblazer for a “new breed of watercraft” which “redefines the relationship between the dimensions, top […] More…
