A drone flyover of Tesla’s Fremont factory has sent ripples of speculation through the electric vehicle community. The captured images of a lightly camouflaged Tesla prototype lead many to wonder if this is a sneak peek at the more affordable offering from the electric car giant, or the new Performance version of the Model Y. The vehicle, cloaked with disguise… Read more…
Rivian is rolling out update 2025.18 to employees before going wide. Here’s what we know
Rivian is reportedly rolling out its latest update, 2015.18, internally to employees, meaning it should be available to R1S and R1T owners in the next couple of weeks. It includes several new features, like Multi-factor Drive charging optimizations. You can learn more below. Read more…
Onvo’s May deliveries up at least 40%, despite 40% reduction in sales staff, says William Li
Li’s remarks imply that Onvo delivered at least 6,160 vehicles in May.
Deutsche Bank estimates that Nio Inc delivered 27,000 vehicles in May, including 7,000 from Onvo.
Lumina hopes this 32-ton dozer makes them the Tesla of heavy equipment [video]
San Francisco-based founder Ahmed Shubber wants to emulate Elon Musk’s success in the electric construction equipment world – and he hopes his new, 32-ton electric bulldozer is enough to make the world sit up and take notice. Read more…
Tesla prototype spotted at factory – sparking speculation
A Tesla prototype was spotted at the Fremont factory in California, sparking speculation that it’s the new “cheaper Tesla”, but it looks like a regular Model Y. Read more…
$14B in EV, renewable projects scrapped as tax credit fears grow
More than $14 billion in US renewable and EV investments and 10,000 new jobs have been scrapped or put on hold since January, according to a new analysis from E2 and the Clean Economy Tracker. The reason: growing fears that the Republican-majority Congress will pull the plug on federal clean energy tax credits. Read more…
CAAM urges end to price war in China’s auto industry
Unregulated price wars intensify unhealthy competition and further squeeze corporate profit margins, CAAM warned.
This also undermines the security of the supply chain, driving the industry into a vicious cycle.
Mack Trucks selected to develop next-gen Marine Corp MTT EREV (maybe)
Mack Trucks has begun construction of a pair of prototype medium-duty vehicles with hybrid electric power for the next phase in the Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) program for use by Uncle Sam’s Misguided Children the US Marine Corps. Read more…
Ford Performance unveils Super Mustang Mach-E that will compete at Pikes Peak 2025
Do we smell a three-peat? The team at Ford Performance is once again competing at the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and this year is bringing a “Super” version of the all-electric Mustang Mach-E… At least we think there’s a Mach-E in there somewhere. Read more…
Kia hits a milestone as the EV5 launches in Singapore
Kia’s electric SUV has already become a hit in several overseas markets. The EV5 is now arriving as the first electric Kia to be assembled in Singapore, as it rolls out to new global markets. Read more…
Podcast: new Tesla Model S/X, robotaxi service is coming, new EV price war, 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 the new Tesla Model S/X “refresh”, robotaxi service is coming, a new EV price war in China, and more. Read more…
Toyota is offering $19,000 off the bZ4X right now with its new electric SUV arriving soon
With its new electric SUV arriving at dealerships later this year, Toyota is offering clearance pricing on older models. Until June 2, you can score $19,000 off the Toyota bZ4X, but is it worth it. Read more…
A Tesla Supercharger Saved My Ass In A Chevy Blazer EV
I visited a Tesla charger in a Chevy EV and learned the benefits—and pitfalls—of Supercharger access opening up. Read more…
Purple interior of Genesis GV90 revealed in spy photos
Genesis is preparing to introduce its largest and most luxurious electric sport utility vehicle, the GV90. This upcoming three-row electric flagship was spotted by sharp-eyed car watchers in California, who even photographed its interior, and it seems Genesis is serious about making a statement. In early 2024, Genesis unveiled its Neolun concept at the New York Auto Show. The company… Read more…
Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is here as IONIQ 9 deliveries kick off across the US
Hyundai handed over one of the first IONIQ 9 models to customers in the US on Friday, marking the start of deliveries for its new three-row electric SUV. Read more…
Mazda’s new electric SUV hits dealerships with over 20,000 pre-orders in China
Mazda calls it a “dream car.” The EZ-60 is about the size of a Tesla Model Y, and it will be sold globally. After racking up over 20,000 pre-orders in just over two weeks, Mazda’s new electric SUV is now arriving at dealerships across China. Read more…
Meyer Burger just shut down its US solar factory and laid off 282 workers
Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger has just pulled the plug on its US solar module factory in Arizona and laid off nearly 300 workers. Read more…
Here’s Why EV Batteries Won’t Just Go To Landfills
Even if the car it comes in gets scrapped, your EV battery will likely live on. Read more…
The Dodge Charger Daytona EV Takes On The BMW i5 M60. One Has A Clear Edge
The two cars are pretty evenly matched in a straight line. Corners are another story. Read more…
Huawei-JAC joint brand Maextro launches S800 luxury sedan as latest challenger to Mercedes-Maybach
The Maextro S800 joins the Nio ET9 and Yangwang U7 as the latest challenger to Mercedes-Maybach.
The Maextro S800 has a starting price of RMB 708,000 ($98,330), significantly lower than the previously marketed price range of RMB 1 million to RMB 1.5 million.
