Plus, SpaceX acquires xAI and California’s new EV incentive program proposal is actually really smart. Lire la suite…
Waymo’s World Domination Plans Just Got A $16 Billion Boost
Honda patent reveals new ultra-simple, low-cost electric motorcycle
There’s a growing consensus in the electric motorcycle world that the key to success when considering the constraints of today’s technology is to target smaller, simpler, more urban electric motorcycles. While much of today’s attention goes to high-tech, high-price electric motorcycles and e-bikes, the real opportunity for electrification may lie at the opposite end of the spectrum: ultra-simple, ultra-affordable machines designed for the masses. Read more…
Tesla launches new Model Y AWD at $41,990 — just $2,000 more than base
Tesla has added a fifth Model Y variant to its US lineup: a new Standard All-Wheel Drive model priced at $41,990. For just $2,000 over the base rear-wheel drive version, buyers get dual motors and significantly better acceleration without having to pay for all the “premium” features. Read more…
California outlines criteria for potential EV incentive programme
California is evaluating new incentives for electric vehicle buyers to mitigate the loss of the federal US tax credit. It is already known that the state could allocate a budget of 200 million dollars for this purpose. Now, the California Air Resources Board outlines some proposed funding criteria. Read more…
Croatia concludes funding round for procurement of 206 electric buses
The Croatian government has selected seven additional electric bus projects for funding. As part of this initiative, 68 new electric buses will be deployed on the roads. Previously, the state had already approved similar projects, meaning that by the end of the program, a total of 206 electric buses in 17 Croatian municipalities will have received subsidies. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 retains 94.5% battery health after 265,000 km
A Xiaomi SU7 owner has gone viral on Weibo after reporting impressive battery health after 265,000 km. After visiting Xiaomi’s service center, he received a report showing 94.5% battery health after his 18 months of non-stop use. The numbers achieved mean Mr. Feng, the SU7 owner, has driven nearly 500 km per day on average. Most automakers give 8 years… Read more…
Waymo raises $16 billion from investors
Waymo, a subsidiary of Google, has completed its long-planned new funding round, securing commitments totaling $16 billion. The company intends to use this substantial sum to significantly accelerate the expansion of its robotaxi service. Read more…
China bans electric door unlocking systems from 2027
A potential ban has been discussed for months; now it has been decided. From 2027 onwards, the Chinese government will prohibit the registration of new cars with fully retractable door handles and electric unlocking systems, with existing models subject to a transitional arrangement. The Chinese ban is likely to have global repercussions. Read more…
H55 completes certification tests for propulsion battery modules for electric aircraft
H55, a Swiss startup specializing in electric aircraft technology, has successfully completed its EASA-monitored certification test series for propulsion battery modules. One challenge was ensuring safety in the event of a fire. Read more…
China’s new auto safety standard bans hidden door handles
The standard takes effect January 1, 2027, while models already approved and to be launched in China may complete design changes by January 2029.
Tesla pioneered the hidden door handle design, which was subsequently adopted by most Chinese EV makers, though with varying details.
Polestar raises additional $400 million
Polestar has announced an equity investment of 400 million US dollars through Feathertop Funding Limited and Standard Chartered Bank. Both institutions are providing 200 million each but securing fixed returns. Read more…
249 hydrogen buses delivered to Guangzhou by Skyworth
A Korean-Chinese alliance has delivered 249 fuel cell buses to the state-owned Guangzhou Public Transport Group. These are 8.5-meter-long midibuses from the Skyworth brand, developed by a partnership between Hyundai’s subsidiary HTWO Guangzhou and the Kaiwo Group. Read more…
Hydrogen bus startup Arthur Bus files for insolvency in Poland
Hydrogen bus specialist Arthur Bus has filed for insolvency in Poland. CEO and co-founder Philipp Glonner has not been on the board since October. The bankruptcy of the Polish part of the company comes ahead of the first customer delivery of the Arthur H2 Zero, which was first unveiled in 2022. Read more…
Porsche kicks off series production of the Cayenne Electric
Just a few months after its global premiere, Porsche has started production of the new Cayenne Electric in Bratislava. The manufacturer is also implementing a new concept for battery assembly, with greater in-house expertise. However, there appear to be question marks surrounding another electric model series from Porsche. Read more…
Tesla Adds A Cheaper Model Y AWD In The U.S., Skipping The “Standard” Badge
Well, that didn’t last long: the most affordable Model Y and Model 3 are no longer called “Standard.” Lire la suite…
Chinese firm unveils world’s fastest humanoid robot Bolt
MirrorMe has unveiled Bolt, which achieved a peak running speed of 10 meters per second in real-world testing.
MirrorMe said its goal is to enable machines to possess human-level motion perception and athletic capabilities.
Porsche Cayenne Electric production begins
Production of the new Porsche Cayenne Electric has officially started at the factory in Bratislava, Slovakia. This is a massive shift for the famous car brand. For the first time, this new SUV will roll off the same assembly line alongside its gas-powered and hybrid brothers. This setup lets the company quickly change how many of each type it builds… Read more…
Nio Capital leads new funding round for Chinese robotics firm Linkhou
This marks Nio Capital’s second recent investment in a robotics company.
In 2025, Linkhou’s embodied intelligence business achieved order volumes exceeding RMB 200 million.
Tesla sales drop in Europe continues in the first month of 2026
The new year has brought more trouble for Tesla in Europe. The latest data shows that the American automaker is struggling to keep its footing across the continent. In five major European markets, new car registrations for the brand are down 44% in January 2026, when compared to the same time last year. This sharp drop marks the third year… Read more…
The Toyota C-HR is not the $30,000 EV we had hoped for, but this one might be
The 2026 C-HR was expected to be the $30,000 EV everyone was waiting for from Toyota. Although it’s a bit more expensive than anticipated, Toyota does offer an EV starting around that price. Read more…
