The Optiq has the same underpinnings as the Chevrolet Equinox EV, but it can’t quite match its real-world range. Read more…
BYD’s 5-Minute EV Charging: Why Doesn’t America Have It Yet?
We explain the barriers to ultra-fast EV charging in the U.S., from batteries to charging plugs and beyond. Read more…
EU and China discuss price floors instead of taxes
The European Union and China are exploring a dramatic alternative to how electric cars are traded between the regions. Instead of the current system of tariffs, they are looking at setting minimum prices for Chinese-made EVs sold in Europe. Negotiations between the two economic powers are supposed to start immediately, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce. This potential change comes… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz Vans removes the eCitan and EQT from the lineup
According to German media reports, Mercedes-Benz has informed its dealers in an internal memo that it is discontinuing the small commercial vehicle class and withdrawing the EQT and eCitan electric versions from the market. Production is to be cancelled without replacement in the second quarter of 2026. Read more…
Stampable dielectric tape solutions for battery packs
Sponsored by Avery Dennison. A conformable dielectric tape solution EV battery pack voltages are increasing, resulting in greater pack energy density and improved vehicle performance. With this increase, however, comes a greater need for dielectric solutions that are not only reliable and durable, but complement modern pack design and the needs of manufacturing processes. The… Read more…
Daimler Buses sets up comprehensive battery services for eCitaro
The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro has been on German roads since 2018. Since then, Daimler Buses has already installed three battery generations in the electric bus and announced the fourth. The manufacturer is now offering early customers services to extend the service life of the battery. From 2026, it will also be possible to replace the battery with the latest generation. Read more…
Tesla stops accepting orders for the Model S and Model X in China
The Tesla Model S and Model X can currently no longer be ordered in China. The reasons are unknown. One reason may be the escalating trade war between Washington and Beijing. Read more…
Polestar increases sales by 76% year-over-year
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar has reported a significant 76% increase in global deliveries for the first quarter of 2025, totalling 12,304 units. This marks a substantial rebound from the 6,975 vehicles delivered during the same period in 2024 – however, just a small surplus compared to last quarter. Read more…
Volvo announces world’s first A30 Electric articulated haul truck
Volvo CE arrived at bauma 2025 in Munich, Germany with a groundbreaking (Ha!) electric line of heavy equipment options that includes the new A30 Electric articulated haul truck – a world’s first from the Swedish equipment brand. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: China tariffs killing e-bikes, USB-C e-bike charging, 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 an analysis of how the Trump tariffs will affect e-bike pricing in the US, USB-C chargeable e-bikes launched by Ampler, Specialized e-bike recall, Juiced Bikes revived as a brand, kayak camping with the JackRabbit XG Pro, Walkcar’s new device that does the walking for you, and more. Read more…
This Electric Motorcycle Just Set A New Range Record. But There’s A Catch
Finland’s Verge TS Pro went 193 miles on a full charge. Read more…
What If China’s BYD Is The Real Winner In The Tariff Wars?
On this week’s podcast, we look at how and why BYD keeps on winning. Plus, what’s up with Slate’s $25,000 electric pickup truck? Read more…
Chinese authorities delay approval of BYD, Geely investment plans in Latin America, report says
China is delaying approval for BYD and Geely to produce cars in Latin America as US tariffs fuel trade and economic uncertainties, Reuters reported.
Authorities have become stricter and more cautious about overseas investment by Chinese automakers.
Tesla launches a new lower-trim Cybertruck Long Range RWD version for $70,000
Tesla has officially launched a new entry-level Cybertruck configuration, which is more expensive than the initially promised $61,000 version, but still considerably cheaper than the $80,000 AWD variant. It’s asking $70,000 before incentives. The good news is that this new version promises 563 km of range, but uses a single rear-mounted motor. One would assume that this iteration uses the… Read more…
MAN to employ eTruck for logistics
MAN Truck & Bus wants to decarbonize its logistics by increasing the use of eTrucks to transport its own goods and vehicles. The tender for the future use of battery-electric trucks on the first almost 40 routes has now been launched. Read more…
UK: Suffolk gets 6,000 new public EV charge points
EV infrastructure provider Believ plans to install 6,000 public charge points across the UK county of Suffolk. The first chargers will be installed this summer, with many locations suggested by local residents. Read more…
China NEV retail at 113,000 in Apr 1-6, down 17% from same period last month
Retail sales of Chinese NEVs were lower earlier this month compared to the same period last month, partly due to the impact of a public holiday.
China’s NEV penetration at retail was 53.81 percent from April 1-6 and 47.47 percent year-to-date.
Stellantis presents solution for electric van conversion
Stellantis is continuing to drive the transition to electromobility: in collaboration with French retrofit specialist Qinomic, the automotive group is introducing a solution that can be used to convert light commercial vehicles (LCVs) with combustion engines into fully electric vehicles. Read more…
Tesla stops taking Model S and Model X orders in China amid new tariffs
Tesla has stopped taking orders for its Model S and Model X flagship electric vehicles in China – seemingly in reaction to new tariffs. Read more…
China EV battery installations in Mar: CATL share 42.38%, BYD 24.52%
BYD’s share increased by 0.90 percentage points in March from February, while CATL’s fell by 2.07 percentage points.
China’s overall power battery installed capacity in March was 56.6 GWh, up 62.3 percent from February.
