Sydney’s electric bus fleet will grow by 151 vehicles following a new order from the New South Wales Government. The purchase brings the total number of electric buses procured since March 2023 to 921. Read more…
Kia confirms EV5 prices in the UK and South Korea
Kia has published full UK pricing for the EV5, its latest all-electric family SUV. With order books now open and deliveries set for late 2025, the EV5 starts at £39,295 in the UK, while South Korean pricing has also been confirmed ahead of the model’s domestic debut. Read more…
Tesla releases ‘Master Plan Part 4’, a smorgasbord of vague AI promises
Tesla has finally released its ‘Master Plan Part 4’ and it’s nothing more than a smorgasbord of AI promises about its humanoid robot, which can’t even serve popcorn. Read more…
Recirculate tests AI-driven robotic system for EV battery disassembly
The EU-funded project Recirculate has completed the first phase of its AI- and robotics-based EV battery disassembly system. The solution addresses one of the industry’s most critical bottlenecks: safe, automated, and efficient dismantling from pack to cell level. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Aug 31: Nio Inc 8,163, Tesla 12,500, Xiaomi 11,900
Onvo’s registrations last week totaled 3,673 units, down 10.50 percent from the previous week’s 4,104 units. Both Nio and Firefly brands saw growth.
Tesla’s insurance registrations in China last week increased by 21.36 percent to 10,300 units from the previous week.
Tesla begins Model Y L deliveries in China
Chinese customers who currently order the Model Y L are expected to get their vehicles in October.
Tesla’s insurance registrations in China last week totaled 12,500 units, a 21.36 percent increase from the previous week’s 10,300 units.
Huawei to roll out new partnership pattern allowing automakers to retain greater control, report says
The new pattern aims to establish an automaker-led framework with Huawei’s deep involvement.
While the new pattern lacks an official name, the experimental designation “HI Plus” has appeared in some collaborative projects.
Smart to launch 2-seat #2 mini EV for China and overseas markets, debut set for 2026
The all-new Smart #2 will be produced in China and launched in China, Europe, and other overseas markets.
The two-door, two-seat city car will be upgrade from the iconic first-generation Smart ForTwo.
GWM posts 22% sales growth in Aug as overseas sales hit record high
GWM’s overseas sales in August reached 45,166 units, contributing 39.09 percent to its monthly sales.
NEV sales in August reached 37,495 units, up 50.92 percent year-on-year.
From the US to Europe: XCharge brings GridLink to Berlin
With GridLink, XCharge has launched its first in-house developed DC charger with battery storage onto the European market. It will present its new fast charger at the Intercharge Network Conference (icnc) in Berlin. The system delivers up to 194 kW of charging power, relieves the grid, and enables bidirectional charging. Target groups range from logistics and dealerships to petrol stations. Read more…
‘They Stopped the Music’: San Francisco Woman Acts Up In a Waymo. Then She Gets a Phone Call From Google
“Did you actually?” Lire la suite…
Zaptec launches V2G-ready AC charger in the UK
Zaptec has introduced the Zaptec Go 2 in the UK. According to the Norwegian charging specialist, the Go 2 is the first V2G-ready AC charger available on the British market, built for both residential and commercial applications. Read more…
Tesla reduces price of new Model 3 in China weeks after launch, amid sales slump
Tesla has reduced the price of the Model 3 RWD Long Range, a newly launched version of the popular Model 3, amid a sales slump. Read more…
Woman Says Buying a Tesla Was the ‘Worst Financial Decision’ She’s Ever Made. Here’s What She Miscalculated
‘Cars are not investments.’ Lire la suite…
The #2 is coming: Smart confirms Fortwo successor
Smart is now a fully electric brand, but it no longer offers an updated version of its first EV. That will soon change. The carmaker has now confirmed the #2. The new electric two-seater is set to debut at the end of 2026. Read more…
‘She’s So Pretty’: Woman Compares Chevrolet EVs. Is the Equinox or Blazer Better For Singles?
“A love-it-or-hate-it topic.” Lire la suite…
John Deere’s electrification efforts trickle down to consumer lawnmowers
Charged tests the Z380R electric zero-turn mower. As regular Charged readers know, the makers of off-highway vehicles and equipment are steadily electrifying their products. John Deere is no exception. The company was started in 1837 when a blacksmith named (you guessed it) John Deere invented a new type of steel plow that made it easier… Read more…
Kia announces EV5 prices, offering up to 329 miles of range
The Kia EV5 has officially arrived in the UK. Boasting up to 329 miles of range, Kia opened orders for the new Sportage-sized electric SUV on Monday. Here’s a breakdown of Kia EV5 prices, range, and other specs for the UK market. Read more…
Green Deals Labor Day edition – Electric Bike Co. Model J e-bike bundle $1,649, EcoFlow flash sale takes 62% off four bundles, Anker, more
Labor Day is here and we have a special edition of our Green Deals today that features some new deals alongside plenty of our favorite ongoing holiday savings, led by Electric Bike Co.’s Model J e-bike that is getting a $321 bundle at $1,649 during the brand’s latest sale. From there, we also spotted EcoFlow’s latest 24-hour flash sale that is taking up to 62% off four bundles – three power stations and one solar panel – all starting from $479, as well as the Anker eufy E15 and E18 Robot Lawn Mowers starting from $1,400. We also have our favorite picks from Lectric, EcoFlow, Schumacher, Aventon, Anker SOLIX, Segway, Samsung – and more that have been collected together in our curated Labor Day Green Deals hub here.. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in September 2025
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
