Bidirectional charging has long been hailed as a cornerstone of the energy transition. In the run-up to the Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging at the Smarter E in Munich next month, Markus Hackmann, Managing Director at P3, explains that despite the technology’s readiness, true progress remains shackled by regulatory inertia and fragmented systems. Read more…
BYD’s new Qin L EV is off to a hot start with +10,000 sold in its first week
The stylish new electric sedan is the size of a Tesla Model 3, but it’s about half the cost at under $17,000. BYD’s Qin L EV is already off to a hot start, with over 10,000 sold in its first week on the market. Here’s a look at the new midsize model. Read more…
Tesla Quietly Drops Cybertruck Range Extender From Configurator
Tesla’s long-promised battery add-on has disappeared from its website without a word. Read more…
Trump’s Tariffs Are Already Derailing The Auto Industry
Layoffs, shipment pauses and production stoppages are already happening. And it hasn’t even been a week since the tariffs took effect. Read more…
Can Tesla Survive Elon Musk?
The EV pioneer now faces headwinds on many fronts. None are more significant than the actions of its CEO. Read more…
The 2026 Lucid Gravity Is The Fastest-Charging EV Outside Of China
You can add over 200 miles of range in just 11 minutes. Plus, it’s got native access to Tesla Superchargers. Read more…
China’s Biggest Battery Maker May Buy Nio’s Battery Swapping Network
Battery swapping was once a niche idea. But now that Nio has proven it works, bigger companies want in. Read more…
Zeekr to officially launch 007 GT on Apr 15, its 2nd shooting brake model
The Zeekr 007 GT will be available in overseas markets and will be rebranded as the Zeekr 7 GT.
It supports 800 V ultra-fast charging and has a CLTC range of up to 825 km.
About Those Rivians On ‘The Righteous Gemstones’
America’s sketchiest televangelists are back for a final season on HBO. Here’s why you keep seeing them driving Rivians. Read more…
Xpeng to debut facelifted X9 MPV on Apr 8
The X9 MPV is Xpeng’s highest-priced model, and the 2025 update will bring comfort improvements.
The X9 delivered 21,653 units in 2024, contributing 11.39 percent of Xpeng’s annual deliveries.
HK EV stocks plunge as global trade war escalates
As of press time, BYD was down 11.15 percent, Nio 11.30 percent, Xpeng 11.40 percent and Li Auto 10.82 percent.
Trump announced worse-than-expected reciprocal tariffs, and China swiftly responded.
BYD to officially launch 5-minute charging Han L sedan, Tang L SUV on Apr 9
The Han L and Tang L support a 10C charging multiplier that enables charging as fast as refueling a gasoline vehicle.
The pre-sales starting price is RMB 270,000 ($37,080) for the Han L EV and RMB 280,000 for the Tang L EV.
XCMG launches XE215EV battery swap electric excavator ahead of bauma
The electric construction equipment experts at XCMG just released a new, 25 ton electric crawler excavator ahead of bauma 2025 – and they have their eye on the global urban construction, mine operations, and logistical material handling markets. Read more…
What EV sales slump? Illinois’ EV sales outpace the nation by 4:1
Fueled by incentives from the Illinois EPA and the state’s largest utility company, new EV registrations nearly quadrupled the 12% first-quarter increase in EV registrations nationally – and there are no signs the state is slowing down. Read more…
Volvo shows off production PU500 battery energy storage system
As “extreme” weather events become more commonplace, the demand for reliable and portable energy continues to rise. In response to that growing demand for dependable off-grid power, Volvo has developed the new PU500 Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) designed to take electrical power when it’s needed most. Read more…
The Leapmotor B10 Is On Sale In China, But It Still Needs Work
Chinese media has spent some time with the small crossover meant for Europe, but it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Read more…
YouTube Streamer Tries To Buy A Chinese EV, But Can’t Take It Home
IShowSpeed was so impressed by the Yangwang U9 he wanted to buy it, only to learn that he can’t drive it in the U.S. Read more…
Costco Executive members get MASSIVE $31,500 off Chevy Brightdrop van
With 272 miles of range and more room inside its walls than your first apartment, GM’s Chevy Brightdrop electric van is one of the best commercial EVs you can buy. And if you’re a Costco Executive member, you can get one for yourself or your business with an absolutely incredible $31,500 discount. (!. Read more…
ReVolt extended range electric semi trucks score their first customer
Based on a Peterbilt 579 commercial semi truck, the ReVolt EREV hybrid electric semi truck promises 40% better fuel economy and more than twice the torque of a conventional, diesel-powered semi. The concept has promise – and now, it has customers. Read more…
Parker launches Mobile Electrification Technology Center training program
Last week, Parker Hannifin launched what they’re calling the industry’s first certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center to train mobile equipment technicians make the transition from conventional diesel engines to modern electric motors. Read more…
