“Might stop your 8-year-old from accidentally putting the car in drive.” Read more…
Gebrüder Weiss deploys Fuso eCanter for last-mile deliveries in Croatia
Global logistics provider Gebrüder Weiss has integrated two fully electric Fuso eCanter trucks into its Croatian fleet to decarbonise last-mile deliveries around Zagreb. It now has more than 50 vehicles with alternative drivetrains in its fleet. Read more…
Group14 sets benchmark for silicon battery cycle life
Group14, a battery material manufacturer supported by Porsche, is offering insights into its silicon-dominated anode material SCC55. The US company is drawing on data collected from over 20 customers. The material is expected to open up new horizons, particularly in terms of charging cycles. Read more…
Future Flight signs agreement for 54 Eve Air eVTOLs
Future Flight Global (FFG) & Eve Air Mobility have signed a letter of intent for 54 eVTOL aircraft, with an eye towards commercial deployment in the US and Brazil. The agreement would see Eve Air Mobility deliver the aircraft and FFG operate them. Read more…
Tesla shakes up leadership as sales are tumbling
Tesla is going through some of the toughest times in its history as it dismisses a key executive against a backdrop of plummeting sales in crucial markets, a rocky rollout of the Cybertruck, and a pivot towards unproven ventures like Robotaxi. The firing of Omead Afshar, the vice president overseeing operations in North America and Europe, reveals growing pressure within… Read more…
Rock Tech seeks European deal with Chinese manufacturer Ronbay
Rock Tech Lithium and Ronbay Technology have signed a strategic MoU to establish an integrated battery materials supply chain in Europe. The deal includes lithium hydroxide supply from Rock Tech’s Guben Converter to Ronbay’s CAM plant in Poland. Read more…
Lexus begins construction of first wholly-owned EV plant in China
Lexus has broken ground on its first wholly-owned EV factory in China. The Shanghai plant will produce up to 100,000 electric vehicles annually from 2027, marking Toyota’s push to accelerate electrification in the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
Li Auto cuts Q2 delivery guidance, citing temporary impact of sales system upgrade
Li Auto has updated its second-quarter delivery guidance to 108,000 vehicles, down from the previously announced range of 123,000 to 128,000 units.
This means Li Auto now expects its June deliveries to be about 33,205 units.
BMW forced to recall some 70,000 EVs in the US
BMW has to recall more than 70,000 electric vehicles in the US due to a software issue with the electric motor. It could lead to a sudden loss of propulsion while driving, increasing the risk of an accident. The i4, i5, i7 and iX model series are affected. Read more…
Ireland introduces green ‘flash’ plates for EVs from July
Ireland will roll out green ‘flash’ registration plates for electric vehicles from July. The new plates aim to boost EV visibility and normalise zero-emission driving as part of national decarbonisation goals. Read more…
First 10 electric buses to enter service at BC Transit
The Victoria Regional Transit System will soon begin deploying its first electric buses, following their arrival in April this year. All 10 vehicles are set to hit the road by autumn. Read more…
Tesla reportedly sacks its head of US and Europe
Tesla has reportedly dismissed Omead Afshar, a long-time confidant of CEO Elon Musk who was only promoted a few months ago to lead Tesla’s business in Europe and the US. The reason appears to be declining sales figures. Read more…
Xiaomi launches YU7 in China from the equivalent of €30,300
Xiaomi has started sales of its second electric car model, the YU7. This also reveals the pricing: The Xiaomi YU7 is available in China from 253,500 yuan, which equates to around €30,300. This positions Xiaomi’s electric SUV slightly below the Tesla Model Y in China in terms of price. Read more…
Podcast: Xiaomi shocks with YU7, Tesla Robotaxi launch, Rivian brings back tank mode, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Xiaomi shocking the industry with YU7, Tesla’s Robotaxi launch, Rivian bringing back tank mode, and more. Read more…
Lexus breaks ground on EV plant in Shanghai, set to begin production in 2027
Lexus’ EV plant in Shanghai is expected to be completed in August 2026 and begin production in 2027, with an annual production capacity of 100,000 cars.
Lexus will become the second foreign automotive brand after Tesla to establish a wholly-owned car factory in China.
Tesla fires Musk’s chief of staff who became head of North America and Europe
Tesla has reportedly fired its head of operations for North America and Europe, a controversial employee who rose to the leadership position after serving as Elon Musk’s chief of staff. Read more…
Judge temporarily blocks US administration from withholding NEVI funds for EV charging infrastructure
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked the US administration from withholding funds awarded to 14 states including California, New York, Illinois and Washington under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, part of President Joe Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. US District Judge Tana Lin in Seattle ruled that the states were likely to… Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 gatecrashes the Nurburgring elite with a 6:22 lap
The world of high-performance electric cars has a new and serious contender. Xiaomi has muscled its way into the upper echelons of automotive royalty. A prototype version of its SU7 Ultra electric sedan has recorded a stunning 6:22.091 lap time at the Nurburgring Nordschleife, placing it third on the all-time leaderboard for the historic German track. This achievement was announced… Read more…
BYD denies rumors of cutting EV production, says sales are still growing steadily
BYD says there’s no slowdown, despite the rumors. After several sources claimed that BYD was cutting EV production in China due to slowing sales, the company is pushing back, saying output is stable and sales are still growing. Read more…
Xiaomi received over 200,000 real orders for its Tesla killer in just 3 minutes
Xiaomi has confirmed receiving over 200,000 real orders for its Tesla killer, the YU7, in just three minutes. We are referring to actual orders, with a soon-to-be non-refundable deposit. Read more…
