One of the best performance EVs on the market is on hiatus stateside until further notice. Lire la suite…
The 2026 Kia EV6 GT Is Not Coming To The U.S.
Exclusive: Nio revamps Europe operations, shifting further toward asset-light strategy
Nio is preparing a major restructuring of its European operations, with its remaining direct-sales markets likely transitioning to a more asset-light model, CnEVPost has learned.
Operations in Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden may transition to a distributor model, while Norway may retain the direct sales model.
Interview: it’s all solar, all the time with Emily from EnergySage
On today’s solar-powered episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got EnergySage director of insights Emily Walker with a look inside the company’s 22nd industry report, this time featuring home solar, EV charging, and whole home electrification. Read more…
Honda turns to Chinese factory to boost domestic EV lineup
Honda plans to export its China-made e:NS2 pure electric vehicle to Japan and revive the Insight brand to expand its domestic EV lineup.
This move also aims to utilize idle capacity at Chinese factories to counter the sharp sales decline in China.
Huawei-backed Qijing to unveil L3-capable shooting brake on Mar 17
Qijing’s inaugural model features the world’s highest-specification mass-produced 896-channel LiDAR and integrates the HarmonySpace cockpit.
The shooting brake-style coupe is slated for launch in June 2026.
Nio sets up new Shanghai battery unit to accelerate solid-state tech
Nio has established a new battery tech firm in Shanghai to accelerate solid-state battery R&D, expecting scaled application after 2027.
The move marks Nio’s establishment of a “Shanghai R&D plus Anhui manufacturing” layout for its battery business.
Xpeng to launch G6 EREV on Mar 6 as hybrid push continues
Xpeng will launch the extended-range G6 SUV on March 6, aiming to further capture China’s hybrid vehicle market.
The launch serves as an addition to the automaker’s lineup; earlier this year, Xpeng added extended-range options to its P7+ sedan and G7 SUV.
BYD’s Yangwang U7 gets new 1,000 km battery
Until now, car makers had to make a tough choice when it came to electric cars. They could give a car a lot of power, a long driving range, or fast charging. Usually, they could only pick one or two. The auto industry calls this the “impossible triangle.” If you wanted a car that could go fast, the battery would… Read more…
Tesla changes FSD transfer rules again, screwing over Cybertruck AWD buyers
Tesla has quietly reversed a key change to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfer program, switching the deadline back from “order by March 31” to “delivery by March 31.” The move effectively kills the transfer path for thousands of Cybertruck AWD buyers. Read more…
Tesla successfully scared Giga Berlin workers away from union
IG Metall’s vote share at Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin decreased from 39.4% to just 31.1% in the works council election that concluded today, a devastating 8-percentage-point drop that came after weeks of threats, police involvement, and a direct warning from Elon Musk that expansion would stop if the union gained influence. Read more…
Germany is getting a wind + solar hybrid power plant – here’s how it works
European energy giant Vattenfall has started construction on a new hybrid renewable energy project in southwest Germany that combines wind and solar power at a single site. Read more…
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Is Mostly Dead In America
The standard Ioniq 6 is gone. The high-performance Ioniq 6 N will be sold in limited numbers this year. Lire la suite…
Alpitronic’s new HYC400 400 kW DC fast charger adds front display, step-by-step UI
Alpitronic has introduced the HYC400 Series 2, a new version of its HYC400 all-in-one DC fast charger that keeps the same 400 kW maximum output but puts the emphasis on usability, accessibility, and day-to-day operational clarity at public charging sites. The most visible change is a front-facing, lowered display paired with a redesigned user interface… Read more…
Hyundai and Kia bet big on battery software intelligence
Sometimes, the most important upgrades in electric cars are the ones you cannot see. Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation announced a major investment in a company called Qnovo. This firm does not build car frames or tires. Instead, it creates smart software that acts like a brain for the batteries inside EVs. As more people switch to electric cars,… Read more…
Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answers
A new study ranks automakers based on how clean and responsible their supply chains are. These are the winners and losers. Lire la suite…
Cadillac Vistiq 2026 Review: A family cruiser with decent EV hardware
I drove the latest Cadillac Vistiq electric SUV for a week. I added almost a thousand miles on it and put it through Electrek’s new EV review battery of tests. Here are all the results and my thoughts about what turned out to be an enjoyable electric vehicle packed with luxury – but not without limitations. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia EVs in limbo in the US
Hyundai and Kia both set new February sales records in the US last month, but with no confirmed 2026 model year, a few EVs may get the axe. Read more…
Scout Motors Gets Hit By Another Volkswagen Dealer Lawsuit
VW dealers sued Scout and Volkswagen on Tuesday in an attempt to block the brand’s direct-to-consumer sales strategy. Lire la suite…
Barcelona offers €600 subsidy for electric moped purchases
The Barcelona city administration has launched a four-year subsidy program to replace combustion-engine mopeds with electric mopeds. Funded with a budget of 15 million euros, the program aims to introduce up to 20,000 new e-mopeds and establish a network of battery-swapping stations. Read more…
Lexus discontinues UX 300e electric SUV
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus has discontinued the all-electric UX 300e in numerous markets. While the UX series remains available, it is now only offered with hybrid powertrains—including in Germany. Read more…
