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Alternative transportation

Public electric car charging now cheaper per mile than petrol and diesel

Europe news

Europe's EV Sales Surge Is Leaving The U.S. In The Dust

6 days ago

Europe news

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

As EV batteries improve, ChargePoint debuts 600 kW fast charger

ChargePoint's Express Solo DC fast charger offers 600 kW charging, addressing speed issues for electric vehicle adoption.

Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Report

Electric vehicles retain impressive range after years of use, with 97% retention after three years and 95% after five years.

16 hours ago

An influx of used EVs could drive down prices

An influx of used electric vehicles over the next few years could significantly lower prices and increase accessibility.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Public electric car charging now cheaper per mile than petrol and diesel

Electric vehicle charging costs are now lower than petrol and diesel for the first time in over a year.

Europe's EV Sales Surge Is Leaving The U.S. In The Dust

Electric vehicle sales in Europe surged in Q1, with over 700,000 registrations, significantly outpacing the U.S. market.

6 days ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.

As EV batteries improve, ChargePoint debuts 600 kW fast charger

ChargePoint's Express Solo DC fast charger offers 600 kW charging, addressing speed issues for electric vehicle adoption.

Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Report

Electric vehicles retain impressive range after years of use, with 97% retention after three years and 95% after five years.

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San Francisco

Day Around the Bay: Tesla Signs New Leases In Fremont, San Jose

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20 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

Tesla Quietly Buys Mysterious $2 Billion Entity

Toronto startup

Watch the Cybercab robotaxi roll off Tesla's production line

Silicon Valley

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

19 hours ago

Tesla Cybercab gets crazy change as mass production begins

Tesla FSD v14.3.2 introduces improvements in Smart Summon and parking performance, but still faces challenges with signage and navigation.

fromBusiness Matters

Tesla accelerates European comeback as EV sales surge past one-in-five milestone

Tesla's sales surged 84% in March, reflecting a significant shift towards electric vehicles in Europe.

San Francisco

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fromwww.businessinsider.com

Day Around the Bay: Tesla Signs New Leases In Fremont, San Jose

Tesla has leased properties in Fremont and San Jose for electric vehicle prep and delivery.

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

20 hours ago

Tesla Quietly Buys Mysterious $2 Billion Entity

Tesla's acquisition of an AI hardware company for $2 billion raises questions about its future direction and focus beyond electric vehicles.

Toronto startup

Watch the Cybercab robotaxi roll off Tesla's production line

Tesla's Cybercab, a fully autonomous vehicle, is now in production, marking a significant step in its AI and autonomy strategy.

Silicon Valley

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

Tesla is building Robotaxi-only Superchargers as part of its integrated autonomy platform for self-driving vehicles.

19 hours ago

Tesla Cybercab gets crazy change as mass production begins

Tesla FSD v14.3.2 introduces improvements in Smart Summon and parking performance, but still faces challenges with signage and navigation.

fromBusiness Matters

Tesla accelerates European comeback as EV sales surge past one-in-five milestone

Tesla's sales surged 84% in March, reflecting a significant shift towards electric vehicles in Europe.

European startups

As electric aspirations fade, Porsche sells its stake in Bugatti

Cars

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric debuts with 1,139 hp and 669 km range as company retreats from all-electric strategy

Cars

Porsche is adding an all-electric Cayenne coupe to its lineup | TechCrunch

European startups

As electric aspirations fade, Porsche sells its stake in Bugatti

Porsche is refocusing on its core business after declining sales and is selling its stake in Bugatti Rimac.

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric debuts with 1,139 hp and 669 km range as company retreats from all-electric strategy

Porsche launched the Cayenne Coupe Electric, a powerful SUV amid financial struggles, reflecting a cautious approach to the EV market.

Porsche is adding an all-electric Cayenne coupe to its lineup | TechCrunch

Porsche will launch an all-electric Cayenne coupe in late summer, indicating strong market demand for electric vehicles.

The Only Thing I Didn't Like About the VMax New V4 Electric Scooter Is the Name

VMAX's New VX4 electric scooter features a secret menu for unlocking top speed and cruise control, offering excellent performance and durability.

Science

fromTheregister

Solid-state battery discoveries could improve energy storage

Solid-state batteries may revolutionize energy storage, but cracking in ceramic electrolytes poses a significant challenge to their commercial viability.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

QuantumScape Jumps 14%: Pre-Earnings Excitement Collides With Revenue Skepticism

QuantumScape shares rose 14% amid pre-earnings speculation, despite being down 21% year-to-date.

Marketing tech

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

First vacuums - then the world

Dreame aims to become a global tech leader, launching a Super Bowl ad to promote its diverse product evolution from vacuums to space technology.

Toronto startup

Can electric air taxis carry passengers? Vertical Aerospace's VX4 just cleared a key test

Vertical Aerospace successfully tested its VX4 eVTOL aircraft, demonstrating a crucial transition from helicopter to airplane flight, moving closer to certification.

#ev-charging

ABB's New DC Fast Charger Goes Into Megawatt Territory

ABB has launched the OM M-Series EV DC fast charger capable of delivering up to 1.2 MW to a single EV or multiple EVs.

The U.S. Added Over 3,000 EV Fast Charging Plugs In Q1

America's EV fast charging infrastructure is expanding with over 3,000 new DC plugs installed in the first quarter, focusing on high-powered chargers.

ChargePoint Just Unveiled The Fastest Standalone DC Charger For EVs

ChargePoint launched the Express Solo DC fast charger, claiming it is the fastest standalone charger for passenger EVs, delivering up to 600 kW.

ABB's New DC Fast Charger Goes Into Megawatt Territory

ABB has launched the OM M-Series EV DC fast charger capable of delivering up to 1.2 MW to a single EV or multiple EVs.

The U.S. Added Over 3,000 EV Fast Charging Plugs In Q1

America's EV fast charging infrastructure is expanding with over 3,000 new DC plugs installed in the first quarter, focusing on high-powered chargers.

ChargePoint Just Unveiled The Fastest Standalone DC Charger For EVs

ChargePoint launched the Express Solo DC fast charger, claiming it is the fastest standalone charger for passenger EVs, delivering up to 600 kW.

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EV battery has SIX-minute charging - same as it takes to fill fuel car

CATL's new Shenxing battery charges from 10% to 98% in six minutes, revolutionizing EV charging times.

11 hours ago

BYD's next all-electric hypercar is a convertible that's coming to Europe first

The Denza Z can push out more than 1,000 horsepower with an all-electric motor, hitting 0 to 60 mph in less than two seconds, rivaling the likes of the Rimac Nivera.

Cars

Toronto startup

Tesla's Cybercab goes into production - so why is Musk tapping the brakes?

Elon Musk acknowledges the need to solve autonomy for a successful robotaxi business.

fromSustainable Bus

Indian Blackbuck EV expands beyond e-coaches with 9-meter electric city bus VIRO 2X: - Sustainable Bus

Blackbuck EV has launched the VIRO 2X, a 9-meter battery-electric bus for urban mobility and premium transport services.

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

12 hours ago

Smart Concept #2 reimagines the iconic city car as a fashion-forward electric micro-mobility commuter - Yanko Design

Smart Concept #2 reinterprets microcar design by blending functionality with fashion, enhancing personal identity in urban mobility.

fromFuturism

Norway Approves Autonomous Buses for Public Roads

Norway approved fully autonomous buses for operation without human drivers, marking a significant advancement in autonomous vehicle technology in Europe.

#automotive-industry

Cars

Existential Risk': Western Car Companies Are Blowing The Software Race

fromFortune

Cars

'This is a 'come to Jesus moment': Ford CEO says American carmakers are battling a perfect storm | Fortune

Existential Risk': Western Car Companies Are Blowing The Software Race

Western car companies are losing control of user experience to third-party firms, jeopardizing their competitiveness in software-defined vehicles.

fromFortune

'This is a 'come to Jesus moment': Ford CEO says American carmakers are battling a perfect storm | Fortune

Carmakers face three existential challenges: competition from Chinese manufacturers, evolving consumer preferences, and the shift towards electric vehicles.

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21 hours ago

A Used Kia EV9 Is One Of The Best EV Deals In America Right Now

Kia EV9 depreciation has led to significant price drops, making used models an attractive option for buyers.

fromWIRED

Infinite Machine's Olto Is a Fun Ebike Living in the Cybertruck's Shadow

The Olto ebike offers a unique design, comfort, and good performance, but has polarizing aesthetics and limited storage.

The Hyundai Ioniq V Looks Great. Its Job Is To Take Back China

Hyundai Ioniq V is a fully electric sedan designed specifically for the Chinese market, marking a renewed commitment to China.

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Truck industry urges technology-open transition as ZEV uptake stalls - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government must ensure HGV operators access technologies to cut carbon emissions amid declining zero-emission vehicle adoption.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Gets Bidirectional Charging And Real Buttons

Volkswagen is enhancing the ID. Buzz electric minivan for 2026 with new features, but the U.S. will not receive this model.

2 weeks ago

Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs | TechCrunch

Volkswagen will cease ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on high-volume vehicles like the gas-powered Atlas SUV.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Gets Bidirectional Charging And Real Buttons

Volkswagen is enhancing the ID. Buzz electric minivan for 2026 with new features, but the U.S. will not receive this model.

2 weeks ago

Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs | TechCrunch

Volkswagen will cease ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on high-volume vehicles like the gas-powered Atlas SUV.

Rivian begins production on the R2 electric SUV

Rivian has started production of the R2 SUV, but customer deliveries of the most expensive version will not occur until later this spring.

The Rivian R2 Just Officially Entered Production

Rivian has begun production of the R2, with deliveries expected to start this spring and configurations available in June.

Rivian R2 production has started despite tornado damage to factory | TechCrunch

Rivian has begun production of the R2 SUVs despite tornado damage, aiming for mass-market delivery by mid-2026.

Rivian begins production on the R2 electric SUV

Rivian has started production of the R2 SUV, but customer deliveries of the most expensive version will not occur until later this spring.

The Rivian R2 Just Officially Entered Production

Rivian has begun production of the R2, with deliveries expected to start this spring and configurations available in June.

Rivian R2 production has started despite tornado damage to factory | TechCrunch

Rivian has begun production of the R2 SUVs despite tornado damage, aiming for mass-market delivery by mid-2026.

Valmet Automotive to support Carrus Delta in Volvo coach body production, including electric models - Sustainable Bus

Valmet Automotive and Carrus Delta will produce Volvo Buses coach bodies in Finland starting in 2026.

fromInsideHook

Why Porsche Is Selling Off Its Stake in Bugatti Rimac

Luxury automakers face challenges in EV plans, with Porsche selling its stake in Bugatti Rimac to focus on core business.

1 week ago

Car Companies Have Way Too Many Batteries. They Have A Solution, But It Isn't Easy

Automakers are redirecting excess battery capacity from electric vehicles to stationary energy storage systems due to lower-than-expected EV demand.

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1 week ago

The Pros and Cons of Electric Vehicles In 2026

Gas prices surged over $4 a gallon due to the Iran war, while EV incentives were cut, impacting consumer choices significantly.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Look, no hands': China chases the driverless dream at Beijing car show

In China's cut-throat domestic market, nearly every big carmaker is investing heavily in the software and computing power needed to make hands-free driving a reality as they compete to offer additional perks and find new ways to generate revenue.

Cars

#bmw

Cars

China's BMW iX3 And i3 Aren't Just Longer. They're Better

Cars

BMW bumps the 7 Series for 2027, adds all-new battery

Cars

2027 BMW i7 first look: A fantastically techy car for the 1 percent

Cars

BMW i7 facelift brings Gen6 cells from Rimac, 350+ miles range, and drops Level 3 for cheaper Symbiotic Drive

Cars

BMW's new i7 xDrive EVs will offer longer range and faster charging

Cars

The BMW iX3 Is One Of The Best EVs Ever, But It's Not Perfect. Here Are Three Things I Didn't Like

China's BMW iX3 And i3 Aren't Just Longer. They're Better

BMW unveils long-wheelbase iX3 and i3 for China, featuring roomier back seats and plans for export to other Asian markets.

BMW bumps the 7 Series for 2027, adds all-new battery

The BMW i7 offers dual-motor powertrains with impressive performance and advanced regenerative braking features.

2027 BMW i7 first look: A fantastically techy car for the 1 percent

The new BMW i7 offers a range of electric options with advanced technology, marking BMW's commitment to luxury sedans in the EV market.

BMW i7 facelift brings Gen6 cells from Rimac, 350+ miles range, and drops Level 3 for cheaper Symbiotic Drive

BMW unveiled the 2027 i7 with advanced battery technology, improved range, and a new interior design, while dropping Level 3 autonomous driving features.

BMW's new i7 xDrive EVs will offer longer range and faster charging

BMW's 7-series lineup for 2027 features extensive updates, including new EVs, design language, and advanced interior technology.

The BMW iX3 Is One Of The Best EVs Ever, But It's Not Perfect. Here Are Three Things I Didn't Like

BMW's iX3 is a revolutionary EV that excels in handling and driving experience, despite some minor flaws.

The 2026 Kia EV6 Just Got A Massive $5,000 Price Cut

Kia has reduced the starting price of the EV6 crossover by at least $5,000, making it more affordable than the Tesla Model Y.

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Trades Space For Style: First Look

SUV-coupes, like the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric, combine performance and aerodynamics, offering a distinct design and advanced features in the luxury market.

Car Companies Are Eyeing Affordable New Sedans As Crossovers Become 'Kind Of Boring'

Automakers are considering reviving sedans due to rising vehicle costs and changing consumer preferences.

GM Just Canceled The Next-Gen Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV, And Cadillac Escalade IQ

General Motors has canceled its next-generation electric trucks, impacting its flagship models and signaling a shift in its electric vehicle strategy.

Smart's Tiny Two-Door EV Is Back

Smart has introduced the Smart #2, an electric successor to the Fortwo, featuring improved range and faster charging.

fromFast Company

AI is eliminating one of the biggest bottlenecks of car design

Aerodynamics significantly influence vehicle design, and AI is accelerating aerodynamic analysis, improving efficiency in car production.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

5 days ago

Expert gives advice for buying pre-owned electric vehicles

Buying pre-owned electric vehicles can offer significant savings and peace of mind with warranties and battery condition assessments.

5 days ago

What EV Slowdown? Used Electric Car Sales Hit A Record High In March

Used EV sales surged to nearly 43,000 in March, marking a record high despite the end of EV tax credits.

1 month ago

All the wrong EVs are getting cancelled

Automakers are discontinuing affordable EV models while continuing to produce expensive ones, undermining mass-market electric vehicle adoption.

3 weeks 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

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Higher gas prices spark a surge of search interest in EVs

Online searches for electric vehicles have increased as gas prices rise, though this interest surge has not yet translated into higher EV sales.