Lucid Motors (LCID) just rolled out the first discounts on its new Gravity SUV. The limited-time offer shaves $3,000 off, but Lucid says an even more affordable version will be available soon. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: Rivian’s futuristic ALSO e-bike unveiled, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes Rivian’s new ALSO e-bike, FLIT sells a pound of caviar with its new lightweight folding e-bike, Florida wants e-bike riders to get a license, and more. Read more…
Evolt Charging distributes CatStrap cable theft protection
British charging solutions provider Evolt Charging is continuing its fight against charging cable theft and is now becoming a distribution partner for US company CatStrap. CatStrap has developed a robust protection system for charging cables, which is now also available in the United Kingdom, thanks to this cooperation. Read more…
QuantumScape delivers B1 samples of its solid-state battery cell
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape has begun delivering B1 samples of its QSE-5 cell. These samples are the company’s most advanced solid-state battery cells to date and will be used in a similar form in QuantumScape’s first vehicle programme with Volkswagen. Read more…
Nvidia starts working on robot taxi project
US chip manufacturer Nvidia is reportedly working on a robot taxi project and plans to unveil it shortly. Nvidia, currently the world’s most valuable company, already plays a major role in the field of autonomous driving as a technology partner and investor. Read more…
These Are America’s 10 Best-Selling EVs Of 2025 (So Far)
With just one exception, all of the EVs on this list have seen their sales figures increase, as Americans raced to get the tax credit. Lire la suite…
Xiaomi joins subsidy race sparked by China’s EV tax changes
Buying a new electric car in China is about to get more complicated with the EV tax policy changing from next year. This is creating a headache for both customers and makers. The problem is simple: what happens if customers order a car today but it is not delivered until 2026? They could face an unexpected tax bill. Thankfully, major… Read more…
Redwood raises $350 million – and strengthens its focus on storage
US battery recycler Redwood Materials has completed a Series E financing round worth $350 million. Redwood intends to use the new capital primarily to build more second-life energy storage facilities, but also to expand its refinery and materials production. Read more…
Ionna installs US fast chargers at Casey’s stores
The North American fast-charging joint venture Ionna, formed by BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota, has entered into a location partnership with Casey’s, the third-largest convenience store chain and fifth-largest pizza chain in the US. Read more…
Rivian to cut around 600 jobs
Rivian Automotive is laying off around 4.5 per cent of its workforce. Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe cites ‘changing conditions’ as the reason for this in an internal memo. Read more…
The 2026 GMC Hummer EV Ditches Apple CarPlay And Android Auto
The Cadillac Lyriq is now the only EV in GM’s American lineup that still supports smartphone projection. Lire la suite…
Ford halts production of the F-150 Lightning
Ford is halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. Until further notice, the company will focus on the F-150 with a combustion engine. It is currently unclear whether production of the Lightning will resume at all. Read more…
Tesla bets the factory on self-driving cars, again
Tesla is hitting the accelerator on production. After a period of slow growth and parked factory plans, CEO Elon Musk announced the company will ramp up building electric cars as fast as it reasonably can. The reason for this sudden shift? Musk says he now has “clarity” on a long-promised, ever-elusive goal: full self-driving. He is betting that once Tesla… Read more…
Changan to export Thai-built EVs to Europe soon
Following BYD, Changan will become the next Chinese automaker to expand the role of its Thai car plant beyond ASEAN. The company has announced plans to export EVs to Europe soon. Read more…
VW cost-cutting measures likely to affect electric US models
The Volkswagen Group is planning further cost-cutting measures to improve key financial indicators – with talk of twelve billion euros in 2026 alone. This is likely to affect existing and planned electric cars for the US market. Read more…
India: SwitchLabs to commission 52 electric trucks by November
SwitchLabs, a new sustainable transport solutions provider in India, has announced that it will add 52 electric trucks to its fleet by November. It will operate these trucks for its clients under long-term contracts of eight to ten years. Read more…
Ford F-150 Lightning Production Put On The Backburner As Gas Trucks Make More Money
The Lightning is America’s best-selling electric pickup, but that isn’t enough to unfreeze a production pause. Lire la suite…
Xiaomi EV becomes latest to offer subsidies to offset impact of China’s tax incentive retreat
For customers who order any Xiaomi EV model on or before November 30, it will cover the potential loss of tax incentives resulting from delayed deliveries.
Nio and Li Auto each previously announced similar subsidies for a newly launched model.
No more CarPlay as GM cuts phone ties in all cars, not just EVs
General Motors is making a major change to its car dashboards. The company plans to remove Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from all its future vehicles, meaning drivers will no longer be able to project their smartphone apps, like maps and music, directly onto the car’s main screen. The change will not only affect new EVs but will also roll… Read more…
Tesla Recalls 13,000 EVs Built This Year Because They May Lose Power
Some 2026 Tesla Model Y and 2025 Tesla Model 3 cars could lose propulsion while driving because of a faulty battery contactor. Lire la suite…
