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Toronto startup

Tesla launches new Model Y interior option

Cars

The Netherlands becomes the first European country to approve Tesla's FSD Supervised

Toronto startup

Tesla's Semi truck factory is open with a detail that changes everything

fromEngadget

The first European country to get Tesla's Full Self-Driving Supervised will be the Netherlands

Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system has received approval in the Netherlands, marking its European debut.

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.

from24/7 Wall St.

Batteries Would Take Tesla To All-Time High

Tesla's stock has significantly declined due to struggles in its car business and competition in the EV market.

Tesla launches new Model Y interior option

Tesla introduces a new Zen Grey interior for the Model Y, replacing the white option and enhancing the cabin's aesthetic appeal.

fromTNW | Electric-Vehicle

The Netherlands becomes the first European country to approve Tesla's FSD Supervised

The Netherlands approved Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software, making it the first European country to do so under UN Regulation 171.

Tesla's Semi truck factory is open with a detail that changes everything

Tesla is ramping up production of the Semi truck to 50,000 units per year from a new factory in Nevada, leveraging vertical integration for efficiency.

fromEngadget

The first European country to get Tesla's Full Self-Driving Supervised will be the Netherlands

Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system has received approval in the Netherlands, marking its European debut.

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.

more#tesla

Gadgets

8 hours ago

Understanding the impact of smart technology on household energy consumption - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Smart home technology requires user action and guidance to effectively reduce energy bills, rather than relying solely on devices for savings.

#electric-vehicles

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Alternative transportation

Slate's Affordable EV Truck Plans Just Got A Major New Lifeline

Venture

Slate raises fresh $650 million as reservations for its mid-$20,000 truck cross 160,000

fromwww.theguardian.com

Europe news

Interest in EVs surges in Europe as fuel prices jump after Iran war

Europe news

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

fromTechCrunch

Slate Auto raises $650M to fund its affordable EV truck plans | TechCrunch

Slate Auto has raised $650 million to produce affordable electric pickup trucks by 2026.

10 hours ago

Slate Auto raises $650 million as production gets closer and closer

Slate Auto raised $650 million and plans to sell a simple electric pickup truck starting in the mid-$20,000s.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Slate's Affordable EV Truck Plans Just Got A Major New Lifeline

Slate Auto raised $650 million to launch an affordable electric truck with over 160,000 reservations, aiming for production by year-end.

Venture

Slate raises fresh $650 million as reservations for its mid-$20,000 truck cross 160,000

Slate has secured $650 million in Series C funding to produce a customizable electric pickup truck priced in the mid-$20,000s.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Europe news

Interest in EVs surges in Europe as fuel prices jump after Iran war

Europe news

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

fromTechCrunch

Slate Auto raises $650M to fund its affordable EV truck plans | TechCrunch

Slate Auto has raised $650 million to produce affordable electric pickup trucks by 2026.

10 hours ago

Slate Auto raises $650 million as production gets closer and closer

Slate Auto raised $650 million and plans to sell a simple electric pickup truck starting in the mid-$20,000s.

more#electric-vehicles

fromwww.nytimes.com

15 hours ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.

Silicon Valley

fromFuturism

Elon Musk Says He Could Definitely Build a Public Transit System Better Than Anything In China If He Tried

Elon Musk claims the Boring Company could build a Hyperloop tunnel from SF to LA for less than 5% of California's high-speed rail cost.

New York City

fromInsideHook

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.

Bootstrapping

fromEntrepreneur

8 hours ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.

fromElectric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing

5 hours ago

Specialized Turbo Vado 3 EVO First Look, Velocomp's Torque Sensor Alternative, E-Bikes Free From Section 232 Tariffs | TWR Ep 78

Specialized launched the Turbo Vado 3 EVO, a high-tech commuter e-bike with multiple trim levels and advanced features.

Environment

fromAxios

AI's power demands give carbon capture a new push

Big tech companies are leading the development of carbon capture technology to address rising electricity demand from AI and data centers.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

Lucid Eyes 75% Upside, But Bankruptcy Fears Remain

Lucid Group's stock is at $8.58, with a price target of $15.07, indicating potential upside but significant financial risks.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Qualcomm expands strategic advanced driver assistance systems, immersive eyewear collaborations | Computer Weekly

Qualcomm is helping address one of the auto industry's most pressing needs - scaling intelligent vehicle technology to meet growing consumer demand for vehicles that are automated, connected and highly personalised.

European startups

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.

fromStreetsblog USA

20 hours ago

Can This Tool Predict Where Your City's Next Car Crash Will Happen? - Streetsblog USA

A new AI tool, StreetVision, predicts traffic crash hotspots to enhance road safety and inform preventive measures.

Startup companies

fromTechCrunch

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.

fromStreetsblog USA

20 hours ago

Can This Tool Predict Where Your City's Next Car Crash Will Happen? - Streetsblog USA

A new AI tool, StreetVision, predicts traffic crash hotspots to enhance road safety and inform preventive measures.

more#ai

London startup

fromComputerWeekly.com

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.

NYC startup

fromAlleywatch

#NYCtech Week in Review: 4/5/26 - 4/11/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding, exits, and events, featuring companies like Patlytics and Yuzu Health.

fromGlobal IP & Technology Law Blog

Is the 'Holy Grail of batteries' finally ready to bless us with its presence?

"I can't say they didn't do it, all I can say is they haven't demonstrated that they have."

Science

Artificial intelligence

The Automotive Agentic AI Revolution

Agentic AI is transforming the automotive industry by enhancing design, testing, manufacturing, and customer experiences through advanced data processing and automation.

fromWIRED

10 hours ago

BYD's Fastest-Charging Car in the World Is Astonishing-in Good and Bad Ways

Denza Z9 GT features groundbreaking charging technology, achieving a full charge in just over 9 minutes, setting a new standard for electric vehicles.

fromSustainable Bus

Next Mobility Exhibition 2026: BYD, Iveco Bus, Irizar, Solaris, MAN and Yutong among exhibitors

The event will take place alongside Transpotec Logitec, bringing together passenger and freight transport stakeholders within the same exhibition venue, enhancing collaboration and innovation in the transport sector.

Alternative transportation

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.

fromWIRED

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.

more#electric-bikes

London startup

UK automotive industry set to unlock 4.6bn boost by 2030 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK automotive sector could generate a £4.6 billion uplift in domestic manufacturing by 2030, driven by electric vehicle component demand.

A New Theory of Elon Musk

Elon Musk's influence exemplifies a new economic model termed 'Muskism,' reflecting the intertwining of Silicon Valley and state power.

fromFuturism

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.

Silicon Valley

fromIntelligencer

A New Theory of Elon Musk

Elon Musk's influence exemplifies a new economic model termed 'Muskism,' reflecting the intertwining of Silicon Valley and state power.

fromFuturism

fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation

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.

more#elon-musk

Kia cuts EV target, confirms electric pickup, and plans to put Atlas robots in its Georgia factories

Kia's 2030 EV sales target now stands at 1 million units annually, a reduction of roughly 20% from the previous target of approximately 1.26 million units. This adjustment reflects the impact of eliminated US EV subsidies and a slowdown in battery-electric sales.

European startups

Mercedes Gave The Egg-Shaped EQS Sedan A Big Upgrade. But There's Still A Problem

Mercedes-Benz has significantly upgraded the EQS sedan with a new platform, powertrain, battery, and technology, including a steer-by-wire system.

Mercedes Finally Has Better EV Numbers. But One Market Ruined The Quarter

Mercedes' EV sales increased by 11% in Q1 despite a 6% drop in overall global sales, driven by strong performance in Europe and the U.S.

2 hours ago

Mercedes Gave The Egg-Shaped EQS Sedan A Big Upgrade. But There's Still A Problem

Mercedes-Benz has significantly upgraded the EQS sedan with a new platform, powertrain, battery, and technology, including a steer-by-wire system.

Mercedes Finally Has Better EV Numbers. But One Market Ruined The Quarter

Mercedes' EV sales increased by 11% in Q1 despite a 6% drop in overall global sales, driven by strong performance in Europe and the U.S.

more#mercedes-benz

These EV Fast Chargers Are Completely Off-GridAnd Free

A California startup has launched a solar-powered EV fast charging station that is currently free to use until May 31, 2026.

fromFortune

Trump's gift to China: a booming market for cheap, state-of-the-art EVs amid the Iran War | Fortune

China's passenger car exports surged 82.4% in March, driven by increased overseas market efforts and a rise in new energy vehicle exports.

#ev-charging

There's Finally A U.S. Alternative To Chinese 'Megawatt' Chargers. But It Has One Big Issue: Worse Cars

Alpitronic's HYC1000 megawatt chargers enable ultra-fast EV charging, significantly reducing charging time and supporting various cable standards.

Most EV Fast Chargers Are Built In Months. Ionna Just Built One In 5 Days

Ionna's fast expansion is driven by innovative construction techniques, allowing new EV charging stations to be built in under a week.

fromFast Company

Gadgets

Detroit's streetlights are becoming EV chargers

There's Finally A U.S. Alternative To Chinese 'Megawatt' Chargers. But It Has One Big Issue: Worse Cars

Alpitronic's HYC1000 megawatt chargers enable ultra-fast EV charging, significantly reducing charging time and supporting various cable standards.

Most EV Fast Chargers Are Built In Months. Ionna Just Built One In 5 Days

Ionna's fast expansion is driven by innovative construction techniques, allowing new EV charging stations to be built in under a week.

fromFast Company

Gadgets

Detroit's streetlights are becoming EV chargers

more#ev-charging

Walmart's DC Fast Charging Network Already Has Hundreds Of Ports

Walmart has increased its EV fast charging network by 50%, now operating over 200 ports across the U.S.

Don't Call It A Tesla Semi: China's Windrose Delivers First EV Truck In The U.S.

Windrose has delivered its first Global E700 electric truck tractor to Allogic in Texas, featuring a 416-mile range and 1,400 horsepower.

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Robotaxi Is Hitting LA Streets

Volkswagen is testing over 100 autonomous ID. Buzz minivans in the U.S. for Uber rides, set to launch in late 2026.

fromFast Company

Considering a used EV? Here are 3 things to know

Used electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity due to affordability and better battery life compared to gas cars.

#byd

1 week ago

Alternative transportation

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

Cars

BYD's Ridiculously Quick Charging Tech Just Hit Europe. But The Car Isn't Cheap.

1 week ago

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 Ridiculously Quick Charging Tech Just Hit Europe. But The Car Isn't Cheap.

BYD launched the Denza Z9GT in Europe, its first Flash charging EV, capable of rapid recharging in under 10 minutes.

Honda's Cutest EV Also Has Simulated Gear Shifting

Honda Super-N is an EV city car launching in Europe with a price under $26,900 and features simulated shifting and synthetic engine sounds.

Hyundai's Ioniq Brand For China Debuts With Two Daring Concepts

Hyundai will launch unique Ioniq EV models in China, featuring planet names and distinct designs, separate from existing global models.

America's EV Fast-Charging Network Just Had Its Biggest Year Ever

Even as auto industry executives, analysts and policy experts warn of an electric-vehicle slowdown in the United States, one crucial part of the EV transition didn't slow down at all in 2025: the nation's fast-charging network. America's EV public fast-charging network grew at a staggering pace last year, the charging analytics firm Paren reported Wednesday. The record-breaking year saw more than 18,000 new fast-charging ports installed nationwide.

US news

Car Buyers Don't Like Subscriptions. Car Companies Are Pushing Them For Driver-Assistance Tech Anyway.

Automakers are increasingly offering partial automation features through subscription models, despite consumer fatigue with ongoing payments.

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.

from24/7 Wall St.

How Ford Is Reinventing Itself as an AI Infrastructure Play After Its EV Stumble

Ford's $10.70 billion impairment charge marks a significant shift towards industrial infrastructure, focusing on software, commercial fleets, and battery energy storage.

BMW's Next-Gen iX5 Hydrogen SUV Promises To Boost Range

BMW's next-gen iX5 hydrogen SUV features a new flat tank design for increased fuel capacity and range without compromising interior space.

Doubling the voltage: What 800 V architecture really changes in EVs

800 V EV platforms will gradually become mainstream as costs decline from $1,180 to $420 by 2028, with 15-20% global adoption and 35% penetration in China projected by 2030.

1 week 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

Tesla opens first public Tesla Semi Megacharger site in Los Angeles

Tesla opened its first public Tesla Semi Megacharger in Los Angeles, offering 750 kW charging speeds to support long-haul trucking operations and enhance Semi competitiveness.

fromBusiness Matters

Why EV Charging Is Becoming a Workplace Benefit Employees Are Starting to Expect

Workplace EV charging is emerging as a valued employee benefit that removes commute friction and reflects modern employer responsiveness to evolving workforce needs.

Tesla's Megawatt Chargers Are Coming Soon. Here's Where The First Ones Will Go

Tesla is expanding its Megacharger network from two locations to 64 new sites, creating viable long-haul corridors for Semi trucks across the United States and Europe by 2027.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

A look at how EVs come with lower maintenance costs

Electric vehicles offer significantly lower maintenance costs than gas-powered vehicles, eliminating oil changes, spark plug replacements, and engine tuneups.

fromBusiness Insider

4 weeks 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.