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Bicycling

The World's First Solid-State Battery Motorcycle Is Officially In Production, Verge Motorcycles Says

Cars

Used EV sales spike alongside gas prices

20 hours ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.

fromEngadget

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

fromTechCrunch

18 hours ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.

4 hours ago

Europe news

Electric car sales hit record high as fuel prices soar - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Bicycling

The World's First Solid-State Battery Motorcycle Is Officially In Production, Verge Motorcycles Says

Verge Motorcycles has launched the world's first motorcycle powered by an all-solid-state battery, promising exceptional range and charging speeds.

Used EV sales spike alongside gas prices

Aggressive pricing by Tesla and others is driving sales but lowering used EV values, while high petrol prices may influence interest in EVs.

20 hours ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.

fromEngadget

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

more#electric-vehicles

fromFuturism

2 hours ago

Elon Musk Secretly Shared His Number One Priority at Tesla and It Really Says It All

Elon Musk's primary motivation at Tesla is to minimize his work hours to focus on his passion for rockets.

#rivian

The Rivian R2 will launch with 335 miles of range

Rivian's new R2 SUVs will start deliveries soon, with the R2 Performance priced at $57,990 and an EPA range of 335 miles.

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.

The Rivian R2 will launch with 335 miles of range

Rivian's new R2 SUVs will start deliveries soon, with the R2 Performance priced at $57,990 and an EPA range of 335 miles.

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.

Plug Power Advances 4% on Biggest Electrolyzer Project Yet and Clear Path to Profitability

Plug Power's stock rises 4% following a major electrolyzer contract for a green hydrogen project in Canada.

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.

Plug Power Advances 4% on Biggest Electrolyzer Project Yet and Clear Path to Profitability

Plug Power's stock rises 4% following a major electrolyzer contract for a green hydrogen project in Canada.

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.

Artificial intelligence

2 days ago

Alibaba Has a New Agentic AI Chip, Too-But Investors Don't Seem to Care

Alibaba is investing in AI technology despite stock declines, presenting potential opportunities for investors looking beyond U.S. markets.

Mobile UX

fromGSMArena.com

2 days ago

Here's how much more Xiaomi is currently paying for memory and storage

Xiaomi is facing a significant increase in RAM and storage costs, impacting smartphone pricing and margins.

Environment

4 days ago

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

fromwww.cbc.ca

5 hours ago

NextStar's South Korean parent company flags 1st quarter operating loss on weak EV demand | CBC News

LG Energy Solution expects a first-quarter operating loss due to weaker demand from electric vehicle makers.

#tesla

Cars

Tesla Reclaims World's Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%

Toronto startup

Tesla Is Quietly Becoming a Global Utility and Wall Street Barely Notices

Cars

The Last Tesla Model S And Model X EVs Just Got $15,000 More Expensive

Toronto startup

Tesla uses Model S and X 'sentimental' value to enforce massive pricing move

21 hours ago

Tesla Skids 3% Amid Delivery Shortfall Concerns, Execution Risks, and JPMorgan's Bearish Warning

Tesla stock is down 3% due to delivery misses, bearish warnings, and execution concerns, leading to a 19.82% year-to-date decline.

Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

Tesla expands Model Y L availability to eight Asian markets, targeting family buyers with a focus on practicality and performance.

Tesla Reclaims World's Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%

Tesla regained its position as the world's largest electric car maker with a 6.5% increase in deliveries, while BYD's sales dropped significantly.

Tesla Is Quietly Becoming a Global Utility and Wall Street Barely Notices

Tesla's energy business is growing significantly, indicating a structural shift despite declining automotive revenue.

The Last Tesla Model S And Model X EVs Just Got $15,000 More Expensive

Tesla has raised prices on the last Model S and Model X units, which have been discontinued, reflecting demand for these flagship EVs.

Tesla uses Model S and X 'sentimental' value to enforce massive pricing move

Tesla has raised prices on remaining Model S and Model X vehicles by $15,000, leveraging scarcity and sentimental value.

21 hours ago

Tesla Skids 3% Amid Delivery Shortfall Concerns, Execution Risks, and JPMorgan's Bearish Warning

Tesla stock is down 3% due to delivery misses, bearish warnings, and execution concerns, leading to a 19.82% year-to-date decline.

Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

Tesla expands Model Y L availability to eight Asian markets, targeting family buyers with a focus on practicality and performance.

Alternative transportation

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

Alternative transportation

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

2 weeks ago

Alternative transportation

How BYD Got EV Chargers to Work Almost as Fast as Gas Pumps

Cars

How BYD beat Tesla

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

2 weeks ago

How BYD Got EV Chargers to Work Almost as Fast as Gas Pumps

BYD's new Flash Chargers can charge EV batteries from 10 to 70 percent in five minutes, revolutionizing the charging experience.

Cars

How BYD beat Tesla

Business

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

Business

Nio Leaps 8% on Delivery Hopes and Battery Swap Momentum: 3 Reasons the Rally Could Have Legs

Toronto startup

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng Climb on Record March Deliveries as Tesla Faces a Softer Q1

1 week ago

Toronto startup

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Nio Price Prediction: Where Will The Auto Stock Be In 2030?

NIO Inc. achieved its first quarterly GAAP net profit in Q4 2025, raising questions about its recovery in a competitive market.

Nio Leaps 8% on Delivery Hopes and Battery Swap Momentum: 3 Reasons the Rally Could Have Legs

Nio stock is rising due to strong delivery data, battery swap infrastructure, and a growing product pipeline.

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng Climb on Record March Deliveries as Tesla Faces a Softer Q1

Nio, Li Auto, and Xpeng report strong March deliveries, boosting their stock prices amid a recovery from February's weak performance.

1 week ago

Nio Rises 5% While Tesla Stalls: The EV Rivalry Just Got a Lot More Interesting

Nio's stock surged 5% after reporting its first-ever GAAP profit and record vehicle deliveries, showcasing significant operational momentum.

Geely will stop building factories and use Volvo's plants instead

Geely will stop building new car factories and focus on existing plants to meet global automotive demand.

Environment

Critical minerals are required to power AI data center demand

AI is driving unprecedented demand for energy storage solutions, particularly batteries, to support data centers and ensure grid stability.

2 days ago

Is the Slate Truck too minimal for its own good?

Slate Truck offers a surprisingly spacious interior despite its small size, emphasizing usability and accessibility in its minimalist design.

Intel stock jumps after it joins Elon Musk's Terafab chip-building moonshot

Intel partners with SpaceX, xAI, and Tesla to build the Terafab chip project for advanced AI and robotics.

Lucid Faces Biggest Disaster Ever

Lucid delivered a remarkably small number of vehicles in Q1, at 3,903. It produced 5,500. The company blamed much of this on a supplier's lack of inventory, which cost it 29 days of disruption.

Cars

Polestar's Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Polestar 3 will be exclusively manufactured in South Carolina, ending Chinese production to avoid import tariffs and streamline operations.

fromEngadget

What's going on with Donut Lab?

Donut Labs claims to have developed a revolutionary solid state battery, but skepticism surrounds its feasibility and proof of concept.

The Nail Test: Why this $54 billion innovation is terrifying Western auto executives

BYD's CEO initiated eight years of R&D to prevent battery failures after a tragic incident involving a ruptured battery.

2 weeks ago

QS Rallies 5%: QuantumScape Just Crossed a Major Revenue Milestone

QuantumScape generated $19.5 million in customer billings for 2025, marking a significant operational transition for the company.

3 weeks ago

BYD's latest EVs can get close to full charge in just 12 minutes

BYD's sales in the UK and Europe more than tripled last year to nearly 190,000 vehicles, according to trade body Acea. As of January, it had a 1.7 percent market share in the EU, with a 2.4 percent slice of the UK market last month.

European startups

4 days ago

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.

Cars

Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Nissan's Rogue Hybrid e-Power will offer a unique driving experience, combining electric vehicle performance with hybrid fuel efficiency, launching in late 2026.

3 weeks ago

Nio Jumps 5%: Is China's EV Underdog Finally Turning the Corner?

Nio reported its first-ever quarterly GAAP operating profit of $115.4 million in Q4 2025, driven by record deliveries and expanded vehicle margins, pushing stock up 5% and 20% weekly.

fromTechCrunch

Lucid blames dip in Q1 sales on seat supplier issue | TechCrunch

Lucid Group experienced a sales drop in Q1 2026 due to supplier quality issues, despite increased production and reaffirmed production goals for the year.

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.

4 weeks ago

Nio vs Li Auto: Two Chinese EV Giants at a Crossroads

Nio accelerates with multi-brand expansion and 40.8% year-over-year volume growth, while Li Auto deliberately shrinks by 39% during a transition from extended-range to battery-electric vehicles.

4 days ago

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

'Chinese Cars Are Ready For Prime Time In America': Geely SUV Crushes Every U.S. Competitor In New Test

The Geely Galaxy M9 is a powerful plug-in hybrid SUV with impressive electric range and performance, ready to compete in the U.S. market.

CATL Says Ultra Fast Charging Won't Kill Its New Battery

CATL says its new 5C batteries will retain 80% of their capacity after 1,400 charge-discharge cycles at 140F (60C). With a theoretical range of 372 miles (600 km) per cycle, that works out to a total of 522,000 miles (840,000 km) in what CATL describes as Dubai summer heat. At a milder ambient temperature of 68F (20C), which is closer to the ideal operating temperature for lithium-ion batteries,

Science

Miscellaneous

Chinese EV Batteries Are Eating the World

China dominates global lithium battery production and its technology and investment drive European battery projects like Douai, reshaping energy and auto industries.

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.

Land Rover's China-Market 'Freelander' Is The Rivian R2 You Can't Have

Freelander is a new joint venture brand between Jaguar Land Rover and Chery Automobile, featuring the Concept 97 SUV inspired by the original Freelander from 1997.

Science

How Does This Chinese EV Offer 620 Miles Of Range? The Secret Is A New Battery Chemistry

FAW installed a 142-kWh lithium-manganese semi-solid-state battery in a production vehicle, claiming 500 Wh/kg cell energy density and about 1,000 km CLTC range.

Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid

The EV3 and Seltos Hybrid feature advanced technology, customizable infotainment, and various powertrain options, launching in late 2026.

Science

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Why LFP Became The Dominant EV Battery Chemistry In 2025

LFP batteries became the world's dominant EV chemistry in 2025, growing 48% and overtaking nickel-based packs, led primarily by China.

#sodium-ion-batteries

Cars

CATL sodium-ion battery aims to improve EV winter range loss

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Cars

The World's First Sodium-Ion Battery EV Is A Winter Range Monster

Cars

CATL sodium-ion battery aims to improve EV winter range loss

more#sodium-ion-batteries

Cars

The World's First Sodium-Ion Battery EV Is A Winter Range Monster

BYD just killed your EV argument with a battery that competes with gas engines

BYD's Blade Battery 2.0 and Megawatt Flash Charge 2.0 eliminate traditional EV limitations with 621-mile range and rapid charging, positioning the company ahead of the global EV industry.

fromTechCrunch

BYD rolls out EV batteries with 5-minute 'flash charging.' But there's a catch. | TechCrunch

BYD's Blade Battery 2.0 charges from 10% to 70% in five minutes using LFP chemistry, requiring proprietary Flash Charging chargers to achieve ultra-fast speeds.

fromwww.npr.org

How long do electric vehicle batteries actually last?

Electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries are lasting significantly longer than the seven-year estimates from 2010, with real-world data from tens of thousands of vehicles showing better longevity than initially predicted.