All-electric vehicle sales in the first half of the year decreased by 1.4%. Read more…
MG Cyber GTS Concept celebrates the legacy of the MGC GTS Sebring
MG has thrown down the gauntlet with its latest Cyber GTS Concept, challenging the very notion of what an electric sports car can be. This all-electric coupe, revealed at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, pays homage to the brand’s racing heritage while embracing the latest EV technology. Drawing inspiration from the legendary MGC GTS Sebring racecar, which made its… Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: Crowdfunding lawsuit, DJI e-bike, new Onewheel, 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 a surprising case of a man suing an e-bike crowdfunding e-bike brand – and winning, e-bike speed limits in Michigan, DJI Amflow e-bike, Tank G100 review, Onewheel’s new board, and more. Read more…
Nissan is killing off the LEAF in another key market ahead of its next-gen EV model
As anticipation builds for its next-gen electric car, Nissan is officially retiring its iconic LEAF in another key sales market. Although LEAF production is ending at its Sunderland plant, customers can still buy up the last few models while they last. Read more…
Joby Aviation completes a 523-mile flight in an eVTOL powered by hydrogen-electric tech
eVTOL developer Joby Aviation has completed its latest milestone in demonstrating the plausibility of zero-emission regional air travel. By using hydrogen-electric propulsion developed by its subsidiary H2FLY, Joby recently completed a 523-mile eVTOL flight in California. Read more…
Tesla to delay Robotaxi unveiling, report says
Tesla is reportedly planning to delay the unveiling of its so-called “Robotaxi” driverless vehicle by a few months. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Was America’s Best-Selling Electric Truck In Q2
Kelley Blue Book data revealed that the Cybertruck outsold the F-150 Lightning in Q2, though Ford is still ahead year-to-date. Read more…
Tesla Reportedly Delays Robotaxi Event By Two Months
Tesla’s robotaxi reveal will happen in October—not August—to give the automaker more time to build prototypes, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. Read more…
Smart #3 Premium: A Mercedes without a star
Smart is the first western brand to switch completely from combustion engines to electric cars. However, Smart has moved far away from its roots, the small two-seater car, during the transition. The #3 is Smart’s second electric car on the market and impressed us in many respects – but not in all.
Genesis GV60 gets the first Magma treatment, in 2025
Genesis confirmed its GV60 Magma for production in 2025 The first public look at the production model comes this week at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed Genesis plans a Magma for every model The rolling design statement that is the Genesis GV60 gets a performance edition in 2025. The South Korean luxury brand confirmed on Thursday that it will… Read more…
Polestar 6 electric convertible may get spicy BST edition
Polestar’s Concept BST contemplates a spicy 6 electric convertible The 6’s still on the docket for 2026 Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath says more BST editions are coming While the Polestar 3 SUV swings for efficient performance and the Polestar 4 swings for body-style-curious buyers, the upcoming Polestar 6 might be swinging at Tesla. Still two… Read more…
No Tesla Model Y Juniper In 2024? Fine, Prepare For A Decline
In June, sales of Model Ys built in China—for that country and for export—decreased by 30% year-over-year. Read more…
EVs, PHEVs Could Still Reach 50% U.S. Market Share By 2030
Lithium costs are down, non-Tesla EV sales are growing steadily and many brands plan more PHEV options. Data shows the future is electrified. Read more…
GM, Stellantis Get Over $1 Billion In Federal Grants For EV Projects
Plus, connected cars aren’t making as much as expected, and only 19 Chinese EV brands expected to be profitable by 2030. Read more…
Polestar introduces the Polestar 6 BST Concept
During this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, Polestar introduced a new roadste, the Polestar 6 BST Concept. It’s joining the Polestar 2 and the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 SUVs at the festival. Polestar 6 BST Concept The Polestar 6 BST Concept features a design similar to the rest of the company’s lineup with its signature headlights and taillights, along… Read more…
MG unveils new electric sports car MG Cyber GTS at Goodwood Festival of Speed in UK
The MG Cyber GTS, unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024 in the UK, is a two-door, four-seat hardtop sports car. Read more…
VW Group’s PowerCo licensed to mass produce QuantumScape’s solid-state battery technology
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape has signed an agreement with PowerCo that gives the Volkswagen Group’s battery arm a non-exclusive license to mass produce its technology. This agreement could expedite the industrialization of QuantumScape’s next-generation solid-state lithium-metal battery technology and potentially help revolutionize electric mobility. Read more…
How To Reduce Tire Noise While Driving Your EV
EVs are quiet, so tire noise is an issue. Hankook iON has the answer. Read more…
New Ford Capri: Here’s A Detailed Video Walkaround
Is this tall electric sedan a “real” Capri? If the Mustang Mach-E is any indication, that question may not matter. Read more…
Xpeng G6 makes UK debut at Goodwood, local sales to begin this year
The Xpeng G6, a Tesla Model Y competitor, will open for ordering in the UK later this year. Read more…
