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1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Tired of waiting for your EV to charge up? One Chinese company has a novel solution

Cars
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

$25,000 buys plenty of used EVs: Here are some options

$20,000-$25,000 is an ideal price range for purchasing secondhand electric vehicles.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
4 hours 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.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Tired of waiting for your EV to charge up? One Chinese company has a novel solution

NIO's automated battery swapping technology significantly reduces EV charging times, addressing a major barrier to electric vehicle adoption.
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Seres files patent for voice-activated in-car toilet as china's EV makers battle for attention

Chinese EV manufacturers are innovating with features like a voice-activated in-vehicle toilet to stand out in a competitive market.
Venture
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Do Or Die: How EV Startups Rivian, Lucid, And Slate Are Navigating Their Most Important Year Yet

Rivian, Lucid, and Slate must successfully launch key products this year to survive in a challenging market.
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

$25,000 buys plenty of used EVs: Here are some options

$20,000-$25,000 is an ideal price range for purchasing secondhand electric vehicles.
#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla is pushing Robotaxi features to owner cars with Spring Update

Tesla is rolling out Robotaxi-inspired features, including an interactive rear passenger display, to existing customer vehicles with the Spring 2026 Update.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Is The Battery Trashed? A Tesla Model Y Hits 111,000 Miles With Zero Home Charging

The Tesla Model Y maintained 92% battery health after 111,000 miles, despite being fast-charged almost exclusively.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | Cities
3 days ago

Tesla eyes Shanghai Gigafactory for Optimus humanoid robot mass production

Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory is pivotal for mass-producing Optimus humanoid robots, linking vehicle production to robotics ambitions.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla Cybertruck sales bolstered by bold Musk move, report claims

Internal purchases by Musk's companies inflated Cybertruck sales, accounting for nearly one in five registrations in Q4 2025.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla preps new Model Y trim for India, a once-elusive market

Tesla faces challenges in India due to high import tariffs but is launching the Model Y to expand its market presence.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

'Life-changing': Tesla owners in Europe take a victory lap after finally getting FSD

Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology has finally launched in Europe, impressing early users despite some challenges for older model owners.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla is pushing Robotaxi features to owner cars with Spring Update

Tesla is rolling out Robotaxi-inspired features, including an interactive rear passenger display, to existing customer vehicles with the Spring 2026 Update.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Is The Battery Trashed? A Tesla Model Y Hits 111,000 Miles With Zero Home Charging

The Tesla Model Y maintained 92% battery health after 111,000 miles, despite being fast-charged almost exclusively.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | Cities
3 days ago

Tesla eyes Shanghai Gigafactory for Optimus humanoid robot mass production

Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory is pivotal for mass-producing Optimus humanoid robots, linking vehicle production to robotics ambitions.
#lucid-group
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago
Business

Lucid Falls 5%: New CEO and Uber Deal Can't Override Investor Fears Over Dilution and Production

Lucid Group's stock is down 5% despite positive news, driven by company-specific issues like dilution fears and production risks.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago
Cars

Is Lucid a Real Company?

Lucid Group struggles with production costs and revenue, raising concerns about its long-term viability without Saudi support.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Lucid Falls 5%: New CEO and Uber Deal Can't Override Investor Fears Over Dilution and Production

Lucid Group's stock is down 5% despite positive news, driven by company-specific issues like dilution fears and production risks.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Is Lucid a Real Company?

Lucid Group struggles with production costs and revenue, raising concerns about its long-term viability without Saudi support.
Bicycling
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

First look: Also's upcoming e-bike disconnects the pedals and wheels

Also's e-bike uses software to enhance the riding experience, transforming pedaling into a generator-driven process for a more engaging ride.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Diesel drivers drive electric van searches up 143% as fuel costs bite

British tradespeople are increasingly searching for electric vans due to high diesel prices and tightening clean-air regulations.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Intel's Tesla Chip Deal Is a Genuine Game Changer

Intel's stock has surged over 65% year-to-date, driven by strong fundamentals and strategic partnerships in the AI sector.
#ford
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Ford's Skunkworks EV Tech Will Make It Into Hybrids Too

Ford's skunkworks EV team will enhance hybrid models, aiming for 90% of global nameplates to offer electrified powertrains by decade's end.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Ford EV and tech chief leaving automaker | TechCrunch

Doug Field, a key executive in Ford's EV strategy, is leaving the company amid a leadership reorganization.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Ford's EV and software chief Doug Field is leaving the company

Doug Field is stepping down from Ford, replaced by Alan Clarke, amid significant changes in Ford's electric vehicle strategy.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Jim Farley on why Ford is doubling down on affordable EVs

Ford CEO Jim Farley discusses the impact of global crises on the auto industry and the challenges posed by competition and electrification.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Ford's Skunkworks EV Tech Will Make It Into Hybrids Too

Ford's skunkworks EV team will enhance hybrid models, aiming for 90% of global nameplates to offer electrified powertrains by decade's end.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Ford's Staggering 19.5 Million Vehicle Recalls

Ford recalled 19.5 million vehicles, significantly more than any other car company, impacting sales and costing the company billions.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Ford's EV and software chief Doug Field is leaving the company

Doug Field is stepping down from Ford, replaced by Alan Clarke, amid significant changes in Ford's electric vehicle strategy.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

UK car industry warns EU plan could hit EV trade and jobs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling for UK-built vehicles, components and batteries to be granted equivalent status to EU-made products under the proposed 'Made in Europe' framework, arguing that the current draft risks undermining a deeply integrated cross-border industry.
Europe politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Stellantis, Microsoft sign 5-year partnership for AI push | CBC News

Through our collaboration with Microsoft, we are accelerating our AI momentum across the enterprise, focusing on over 100 AI initiatives that cover product development, predictive maintenance, and the faster rollout of digital features.
European startups
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

UBS Slashes Fluence Energy to Sell: An EV Battery Pivot Could Flood the Market and Crush This Stock's Margins

Fluence Energy faces significant challenges due to UBS's downgrade and concerns over future battery supply and pricing pressures.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This car company just patented a toilet under your seat

A Chinese automaker has patented a compact in-car toilet designed for long journeys and camping, featuring a slide-out mechanism and advanced waste management system.
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Renault slashes engineer jobs amid pressure from China firms

Renault plans to reduce its number of engineers by 15 to 20% in the coming two years, meaning up to 2,400 of the current 11,000 to 12,000 engineers worldwide would have to leave the company.
European startups
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
3 days 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.
#volkswagen
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Report: VW to switch from cars to defense at key plant

Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabruck plant to produce components for the Iron Dome defense system, but denies plans for weapon production.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Volkswagen Has Finally Fixed The ID.3

The ID.3 Neo improves on its predecessor with a more conventional design, physical buttons, enhanced materials, and better technology.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Rivian gets another $1B from Volkswagen | TechCrunch

The completion of winter testing for the VW ID EVERY1 not only signifies progress in getting the vehicle to customers but also triggers a $1 billion investment from Volkswagen Group into Rivian.
Venture
#geely
Cars
fromTNW | Cars
2 days ago

Geely EX5: the $15,300 electric SUV with luxury features now sold in 35 countries

Geely's EX5 is an affordable electric SUV with luxury features, starting at $15,300, and offers significant range and technology compared to European competitors.
European startups
fromTNW | Cars
2 weeks ago

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.
Cars
fromTNW | Cars
2 days ago

Geely EX5: the $15,300 electric SUV with luxury features now sold in 35 countries

Geely's EX5 is an affordable electric SUV with luxury features, starting at $15,300, and offers significant range and technology compared to European competitors.
European startups
fromTNW | Cars
2 weeks ago

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.
#rivian
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

40% Growth: How High Gas Prices Are Helping Hyundai Sell More EVs

"We have seen a significant change in the dynamic. So definitely, when the American consumer sees an increase in fuel prices they try to move to solutions which are more friendly in terms of cost, especially in states like California."
Cars
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

What's next for Germany's troubled car giants?

In 2025, German car companies earned nearly 44% less than in 2024, with earnings before interest and taxes dropping to just 24.9 billion, the lowest since 2020.
Germany news
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

One Of The Coolest Retro EVs Gets A New Feature That Makes It Even Cooler

Renault 4 electric crossover introduces a retractable fabric roof and a heat exchanger for improved performance in cold weather.
#bmw
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Building EVs And Gas Cars On The Same Chassis Was Never Going To Work. This One Photo Proves It.

BMW's i4, i5, and i7 are impressive despite shared underpinnings with gas models, showcasing the limitations of their design compared to dedicated electric platforms.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

BMW Group's Global EV Sales Crater 20% As U.S. Market Cools Off

BMW Group experienced a 20% decline in global EV sales in Q1 2026 despite strong demand for the iX3 SUV in Europe.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

The BMW iX Is Done In The U.S. Its Successor Is Nearly Here

BMW is ending U.S. allocation for the iX electric SUV to introduce the iX3, which offers better range and technology.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Building EVs And Gas Cars On The Same Chassis Was Never Going To Work. This One Photo Proves It.

BMW's i4, i5, and i7 are impressive despite shared underpinnings with gas models, showcasing the limitations of their design compared to dedicated electric platforms.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

BMW Group's Global EV Sales Crater 20% As U.S. Market Cools Off

BMW Group experienced a 20% decline in global EV sales in Q1 2026 despite strong demand for the iX3 SUV in Europe.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

The BMW iX Is Done In The U.S. Its Successor Is Nearly Here

BMW is ending U.S. allocation for the iX electric SUV to introduce the iX3, which offers better range and technology.
fromSustainable Bus
3 days ago

Berlin's BUS2BUS 2026 gathers 40 buses with focus on electrification and minibuses - Sustainable Bus

The event features approximately 40 vehicles alongside a conference program addressing topics such as autonomous driving, on-demand transport and operational concepts, including a Sustainable Bus session on intercity bus electrification.
Alternative transportation
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
3 days ago

ZF showcases a new software platform for drivetrain condition monitoring for buses at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin - Sustainable Bus

ZF has launched a new software platform for drivetrain condition monitoring for buses at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin.
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Volvo's Flagship EV Truck Now Has Over 400 Miles Of Range

The Volvo FH Aero Electric with Extended Range is powered by a newly designed electric rear axle that integrates two electric motors, all the necessary power electronics, a six-speed transmission, and a 13-tonne traditional axle.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
6 days ago

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
#chinese-evs
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

'We Should Not Let Them Into Our Country': Ford CEO On Chinese EVs

Allowing Chinese EVs into the U.S. could devastate American manufacturing and pose cyber risks.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

'We Should Not Let Them Into Our Country': Ford CEO On Chinese EVs

Allowing Chinese EVs into the U.S. could devastate American manufacturing and pose cyber risks.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Ford's CEO said Chinese carmakers entering the US would be 'devastating'

Chinese automakers pose a significant threat to the US automotive industry, with concerns over economic impact and cybersecurity risks.
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

US jobs too important to risk Chinese car imports, says Ford CEO

"First of all, the Chinese have huge direct support for their auto companies. They have enough capacity in China to cover all the manufacturing, all the vehicle sales in the United States."
Cars
Cars
fromAxios
4 days ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
European startups
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

'The Chinese Will Eat Our Lunch': Europe's EV Trucking Industry Is Scared As Hell

Chinese EV truck manufacturers are targeting Europe's commercial trucking market with vehicles priced 30% below European alternatives, positioning electric freight trucks as the next major global EV competition battleground.
#byd
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Canada'sEV deal with China cheered by California's clean air cop

Canada's deal to import Chinese EVs risks undermining U.S. EV policy while offering cheaper supply that could affect EV adoption and trade tensions.
#lithium-batteries
#lucid-motors
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Nissan is open' to making cars for Chinese car makers in Sunderland, says CEO

The Independent seeks donations to fund free, on-the-ground journalism; Nissan may build cars for Chinese manufacturers at Sunderland to help them enter Europe.
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

The First Electric Nissan Juke Is A Radical Departure

The design of the Juke EV is quite something. It's a toned-down version of the dramatic Hyper Punk concept unveiled in 2024, but it's still going to be an unusual visual presence out on the road.
Cars
Cars
fromWIRED
6 days 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.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 weeks ago

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.
Cars
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Polestar 3 production consolidated to the US to keep Volvo factory busy

Volvo consolidates Polestar 3 production in Charleston, enhancing efficiency and supporting growth in the US market.
European startups
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Europe Is Learning An Uncomfortable Truth About Local Battery Production

Europe's EV battery localization efforts face economic challenges due to China's dominant, cost-competitive battery supply chain, forcing manufacturers to choose between sovereignty and affordability.
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Germany's New EV Subsidies Apply To Extended-Range EVs And Chinese Brands

Berlin's newly announced program, reported on by various outlets, grants buyers of new electrified vehicles between $1,700 and $7,000. This figure depends on several factors, including the powertrain of the vehicle and income level of the buyer, but is meant to help revive stagnant sales one of Germany's key industries. Photo by: Scout Motors For the first time EREVsvehicles where batteries power the wheels and are recharged by a small combustion enginewill explicitly be eligible under the new program.
Alternative transportation
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answers

Western automakers lead Chinese competitors in reducing EV supply chain emissions and ensuring responsible mining practices, though significant gaps persist between industry promises and actual delivery.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 months ago

Ford May Partner Up With A Chinese EV Company. It's Part Of A Growing Trend.

Ford and Geely have held months-long talks to share vehicle technologies and let Geely use Ford's European factories, notably Valencia, to expand EV production.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Jeep And Ram's Parent Company May Borrow EV Tech From Its Chinese Partner

Stellantis is expanding its Leapmotor partnership to integrate Chinese EV battery and powertrain technology across European brands like Fiat, Opel, and Peugeot.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla China focuses on local deliveries as Q1 enters final month

Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y delivery times in China have shortened to one to three weeks, indicating Giga Shanghai has cleared its order backlog and operates at full production capacity.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Volkswagen Is A Sneaky EV Success Story

Volkswagen sold its 2 millionth electric car globally, with most sales occurring in recent years, demonstrating steady EV transition progress despite media pessimism and U.S. market challenges.
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