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Xiaomi YU7: First-gen electric SUV slated for 2025 debut

Xiaomi has just announced that its second electric vehicle (EV) will be a sports utility vehicle (SUV). The YU7 is rated to have just under 700 horsepower (hp) and to have a top speed of just over 150 miles per hour (mph) thanks t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 17:38

Sodium-ion battery research (Image source: Argonne Lab)

Sodium-ion battery grant by the US government aims for low-cost Na cells with high energy density

The US makes a large amount of the world’s Na and NaCl, and is now pouring money into sodium-ion battery technology research in order to fast-track the development of the cheaper to produce battery chemistry to increase its energy...

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Dec 2024 12:56

Drone photos reveal Cybertruck-shaped tunnel at Tesla's Giga Factory (Image source: JoeTegtmeyer/X)

Drone photos reveal Cybertruck-shaped tunnel exit at Tesla's Giga Texas

Images of a tunnel exit shaped like a Cybertruck at Tesla's Giga Texas have surfaced online. The automaker's sister firm started digging the underground passage, dubbed the Cybertunnel, in March.

David Odejide, 08 Dec 2024 19:16

WSE produces draft of Tesla's Giga Berlin water contract (Image source: dpa-Bildfunk/Patrick Pleul)

Water supplier finalizes contract draft for Tesla’s Giga Berlin

After a year and a half of negotiations, the Strauberg-Erkner Water Association (WSE) has produced a draft of its water contract with Tesla’s Giga Berlin.

David Odejide, 07 Dec 2024 18:58

Tesla FSD 13 vs Waymo drive (Image source: WholeMars/YT)

Tesla vs Waymo self-driving test has FSD 13 arriving at the destination way earlier

It took Waymo three times longer to pass the same autonomous driving route that Tesla's newly released FSD V12.3 covered, with more awkward situations at that.

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Dec 2024 12:58

New Aero Kit adds 426 lbs of downforce to the Tesla M3P (Image source: Unplugged Performance/X)

Stunning Model 3 Performance Aero Kit adds oomph and downforce to an already aggressive design

'Tesla is well optimized for high efficiency manufacturing, shareholder profitability, and for a general use case of the vehicle,' says Unplugged Performance upon releasing their stunning new Aero Kit aftermarket upgrade for the s...

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Dec 2024 10:48

Tesla hints how it made the Cybercab its cheapest car by using a fraction of the Model Y parts

Elon Musk has promised that Tesla's Robotaxi or Cybercab two-seater will be its cheapest vehicle, starting at below $30,000 before federal subsidies, if there are any when it hits the roads.

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Dec 2024 16:39

The Ioniq 5 can plug into Tesla Superchargers directly (Image source: Hyundai)

Tesla NACS connector set to become the US government's EV charging standard nationwide

As Nissan becomes just the next EV maker to get access to Tesla's sprawling Supercharger network, its NACS connector is set to become the de facto federal standard.

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Dec 2024 15:00

Honda to start solid state EV battery production for electric motorcycles and cars as early as January 2025

Honda has officially completed its first solid-state battery production facility. It looks like the motorcycle maker will get into full-swing with solid-state electric motorcycle batteries as early as January, with the hopes of sh...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Dec 2024 19:04

EV battery replacement is notoriously expensive, but that might no longer be true. (Image source: EVSE AU)

Report states EV battery replacements will cost less than fixing a gas engine by 2030

EV batteries are undoubtedly brutally expensive to replace, making it a true hindrance for the pre-owned market where battery replacements might be necessary. According to a recent report, however, that may soon change, with price...

Sambit Saha, 04 Dec 2024 14:31

Toyota is expected to launch the bZ3C in China early next year. (Image source: Toyota)

New Toyota bZ3C electric SUV could launch in early 2025

Toyota could launch the new bZ3C electric SUV in China early next year, according to a recent report. The EV debuted earlier this year and is geared towards younger drivers. There has since been speculation about details such as t...

Polly Allcock, 04 Dec 2024 13:39

Tesla's Apple Watch app is out with some basic functions (Image source: Ryan Anderson/X)

Tesla app lands on the Apple Watch to reveal more car control functions

The long-awaited Apple Watch support for the Tesla app is being pushed ahead of next week's 2024 Holiday Update rollout schedule.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Dec 2024 13:02

The zero interest rate Model Y promo is coming to an end (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla announces the end of the Model 3 and Model Y 0% APR financing offer

Tesla has announced the end date of its 0% APR financing offer for the Model Y and Model 3 that is likely to bring its year-end sales to record numbers.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Dec 2024 10:23

The Ioniq 5's explosive growth powered Hyundai to record sales in the US in November (Image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai charges to record US sales in November with Ioniq 5 boom

Hyundai has reported its best-ever monthly sales in the US in November after Ioniq 5 EV sales doubled.

David Odejide, 03 Dec 2024 18:20

The 6 MW charger will serve giant mining trucks (Image source: Fortescue)

Australia commissions world's fastest EV charger with 5x the power of a Tesla Semi V4 Supercharger

The Australian government has earmarked grants for developing the world's most powerful electric vehicle charger that is purposed to top up giant mining truck batteries.

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Dec 2024 16:05

Jaguar switches to electric cars and presents its first concept car, the Type 00. (Image source: Pixabay / BJB_Photos)

Jaguar goes all-electric: Futuristic concept car revealed

Jaguar aims to establish itself as the leading brand for luxury electric cars and has unveiled its first concept vehicle to support this vision. The Type 00 features a futuristic design with a strikingly long hood and the absence ...

Marius Müller, 03 Dec 2024 13:59

Stellantis CEO resigns as company struggles in 2024

Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, has resigned effective immediately. The fourth largest car company has had a rough year which has resulted in the board parting ways with the CEO and setting up an interim head until a new CE...

Habeeb Onawole, 03 Dec 2024 11:49

The Tesla app is finally available for the Apple Watch (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla holiday update features set charge state on arrival and free traffic or weather maps

'Tis the season for official presents to Tesla owners as, after issuing FSD V13, Tesla is now bringing its big 2024 Holiday Update with a smorgasbord of long awaited features and some pleasant surprises.

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Dec 2024 13:58

Leaked images of the new Xiaomi SUV "Le Mans" are clearly reminiscent of the Ferrari Purosangue. (Image source: DallE 3)

First images of Xiaomi's new SUV resemble Ferrari

Leaked images reveal both the interior and exterior of Xiaomi's upcoming SUV, the "Le Mans." The Chinese manufacturer has obviously followed key design standards here and created a car that has clear parallels to a certain Ferrari...

Marius Müller, 02 Dec 2024 13:57

Tesla launches FSD 13 (Image source: Dirty Tesla/X)

Tesla releases FSD V13.2 with full parking automation and three-point turns to HW4 vehicles

Tesla said that it will upgrade HW3 vehicles to HW4 for free if it can't make unsupervised FSD run on their computers, and it might just have to as the latest FSD 13 version only brings the goods to cars on HW4.

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Dec 2024 14:50

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD was unveiled earlier this year for $42,490, with an advertised 363-mile range (Image source: @dkrasniy via X/Twitter)

Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD achieves 408 miles (656 km) on a single charge, outperforming EPA ratings

A Tesla Model 3 LR RWD has surpassed its 363-mile EPA range, achieving 408 miles on a single charge in a real-world test. Dashboard metrics reveal an impressive 184 Wh/mile efficiency.

Anubhav Sharma, 01 Dec 2024 14:16

Super73 is discounting its R Adventure and S2-SE e-bikes for Black Friday. (Image source: Super73)

Black Friday Deal | Super73 delivers $400 off 2 stylish dual-purpose e-bikes in Cyber Week sale

Super73's Cyber Week sale has officially started, offering up to $400 off several of the brand's dual-purpose R-Adventure Series and road-focussed S2 SE e-bikes. All the e-bikes on sale have 750 W hub motors and up to 55 miles of ...

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Nov 2024 00:09

Flying like today, only electrically? Hard to imagine with existing technology. (Image source: pixabay)

New battery technology promises an additional 621 miles for electric cars and enough power for electric planes

Instead of just making lithium-sulfur batteries more durable, a new breakthrough in battery chemistry has resulted in increased charge and discharge rates, which could give electric mobility a much-needed boost.

Mario Petzold, 28 Nov 2024 21:27

Tesla owners can now heat only the charging port after latest update (Image source: teslamotors on Reddit)

Tesla rolls out isolated charging port heating with latest software update

The latest Tesla software update improves user experience in colder climates by allowing drivers to warm up the charging port without heating the cabin and other parts of the car.

David Odejide, 28 Nov 2024 20:21

The new lease buyout program applies to all Tesla models, including the Tesla Model S. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla’s brand new lease buyout program kicks off with rates starting at $299/month

Tesla now allows lease buyouts for all its models, including the Cybertruck, Model 3, and Model Y. Starting November 27, 2024, lessees can purchase their vehicles through the Tesla app.

Anubhav Sharma, 28 Nov 2024 18:50

Tesla doubles some of its referral bonuses (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla shaves $2,000 off the Model S, X, and Cybertruck pricing with new referral program

Tesla is padding the shipment numbers for the last quarter of the year yet again by doubling the referral bonus for link providers and some recipients, who can now shave extra off the price of a Model S,X, or the Cybertruck.

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Nov 2024 23:29

Xiaomi's inaugural mobile SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Next-gen Xiaomi smartphones to come with in-house chipset in challenge to MediaTek and Qualcomm

A new report suggests that some of Xiaomi's 2025 smartphones might be powered by an own-brand chipset rather than one from MediaTek or Qualcomm as usual. The OEM has tried to develop its own silicon in the past, although it seems ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Nov 2024 17:45

The 4680 battery cells expected to be featured in the Tesla Model Y 'Juniper' have also been a subject of skepticism. (Image source: DominicBRNKMN/X)

Refreshed Tesla Model Y Juniper may hit markets ahead of schedule, new reports suggest

Tesla’s Model Y Juniper is rumored for a January 2025 launch, with production lines at Giga Shanghai now including the refreshed design, as per fresh reports from sources on X/Twitter.

Anubhav Sharma, 27 Nov 2024 16:05

The KTM 2025 Macina Style 820 trekking e-bike is available to order. (Image source: KTM)

2025 KTM Macina Style 820 new long distance trekking e-bike arrives

KTM’s 2025 Macina Style 820 trekking e-bike is already available to order. The company says that this electric model is suited to longer journeys, with a larger battery and rear luggage rack. There are also various comfort-boostin...

Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2024 15:28

The updated Gazelle Grenoble C5 e-bike has arrived. (Image source: Gazelle)

New Gazelle Grenoble C5 mid-engine e-bike arrives with hub gears and belt drive

Gazelle is now selling the recently refreshed Grenoble C5 e-bike in many European countries. The updated model has a mid-mounted Bosch motor with Shimano hub gears and a low-maintenance belt drive. Also included with the bicycle a...

Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2024 15:09

Cybertruck rear steering comparison (Image source: Cybertruck/X)

Cybertruck turning radius test demos how rear wheel steering excels in a circles competition

A simple test with the Cybertruck's rear wheel steering turned on and off shows the vast turning radius difference that four-wheel steering makes.

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Nov 2024 04:37

The top-range Tectrans pack can cover 800 miles on a charge (Image source: CATL)

CATL outs its commercial EV batteries with 500-mile range and 15-year lifespan that run cheaper than diesel

CATL's newly minted Tectrans series of batteries for heavy duty electrical transportation offer the highest energy density in the industry and long service life that makes trucks run cheaper than on diesel.

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Nov 2024 03:31

FasterBikes is hosting an EU pre-order campaign for the Skarper eBike Drive System. (Image source: Skarper)

Skarper e-bike conversion kit now available in EU

Skarper’s eBike Drive System is now available to pre-order in the EU via retailer FasterBikes. The e-bike conversion kit was launched in the UK earlier this year, with several sets offered. Each kit includes the Skarper Drive Unit...

Polly Allcock, 26 Nov 2024 22:07

PVY announces a new sale. (Image source: PVY)

Black Friday Deal | PVY Black Friday flash sales start with up to €1,100 off a new e-bike

PVY claims to have set its lowest price yet for its Z20 Plus and Turbo fat-tire, up to 120 kilometer (~75-mile) e-bikes as part of its latest seasonal flash sale. The event also offers the brand's latest LS20 model at €230 off its...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Nov 2024 19:56

Hyundai and Kia recalling 208 thousand EVs in the US over power loss issue (Image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai and Kia to recall 208,000 EVs in the US due to power loss and crash risk

Hyundai and Kia are planning a recall that will affect over 208,000 EVs in the US. The automakers have to fix a power train issue that can cause a loss of power and a crash.

David Odejide, 26 Nov 2024 07:58

Model Y may lose all tax credit in California (Image source: Tesla)

Model Y to lose all tax credit in California as state will compensate only non-Tesla EVs

The Model Y Juniper refresh may be $7,500 more expensive in California next quarter as the government phases out green car credits and the states scoffs at compensating Tesla in particular.

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Nov 2024 01:27

Model Y is safest vehicle in 2024 crash tests (image: IIHS/YT)

Tesla scoffs at highest fatality crash rate report as it cites stellar Model 3 and Model Y safety tests

According to data from the U.S. Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), the world’s bestselling car for 2023 – Tesla’s Model Y - has a crash rate of almost four times the average.

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Nov 2024 01:12

Tesla releases watered-down Actually Smart Summon in Europe and the Middle East (Image source: Hector Perez on YouTube)

Tesla rolls out Actually Smart Summon in Europe and Middle East

Tesla has announced that Actually Smart Summon is now available in Europe and the Middle East. However, the feature has been neutered due to regulations, even though the launch might indicate the automaker is getting close to laun...

David Odejide, 24 Nov 2024 13:07

Longer V4 cables allow for easier charging (Image source: Esther Kokkelmans/X)

Tesla is fixing Supercharger congestion with AI, long cables, and standardized port location

Tesla can now sense when other electric vehicles with a non-standard charging port are using older Superchargers with shorter cables, and adjust free stall estimates on the fly.

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Nov 2024 04:31

Fiido Air: Carbon e-bike currently available at a very reasonable price. (Image source: Fiido)

Fiido Air: Lightweight carbon e-bike with additional battery now discounted by $1000

The Fiido Air Carbon, a lightweight e-bike with a very special and somewhat futuristic design, is currently available at a very reasonable price. This also includes an additional battery, which should double the range.

Silvio Werner, 23 Nov 2024 17:30

Tesla has certainly had its share of legal trouble (Image source: Tesla)

Judge blocks Tesla’s attempt to throw ‘phantom braking’ lawsuit out of court

A US judge has ruled Tesla must face a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging it failed to inform would-be buyers that its cars could brake automatically - without an apparent collision risk. The Elon Musk-owned company did manage...

David Odejide, 23 Nov 2024 12:01

BYD close to opening EV plant in Cambodia

The Chinese automaker BYD is on a tear expanding its global EV production capacity. The company is currently in talks to open a plant in Cambodia, with a final decision expected in 2025.

David Odejide, 22 Nov 2024 11:14

The Nexar beam2 mini dash cam can capture up to 1080p footage (Image source: Nexar)

Nexar launches the beam2 mini LTE dash cam with 4G LTE connectivity

The Nexar beam2 mini LTE has just made its debut in the US market. The company’s new dash cam is packed with features such as dual-band GPS tracking, 6 DoF motion sensors, 1080p (FHD) video recording, remote video streaming, live ...

Abhinav Fating, 21 Nov 2024 15:37

Magnets are a no go (Image Source: Telsa & Canva -edits)

A magnet plus a Cybertruck equals a rusty situation

The hits keep coming for the Cybertruck as rumors spread that exposing the stainless body of the EV to a magnet will exponentially increase the rate at which it will rust. Since vinyl wraps and now magnetic decals are no longer vi...

Stephen Pereyra, 21 Nov 2024 05:31

Cybertruck at V4 Supercharger (Image source: Tesla/X)

Tesla extends free charging and FSD subscription trials offer to all new vehicle purchases including cheapest Cybertruck

Those who'd like to purchase Tesla's cheapest Cybertruck would be delighted to learn that they can still try and see what their life with FSD will be for a few months, and get bonus Supercharging, too.

Daniel Zlatev, 21 Nov 2024 03:28

The Kia EV4 spotted in the US is a sedan like the concept (above). (Image source: Kia)

Kia EV4 cheaper electric sedan spotted in the US

Kia’s unreleased EV4 has been seen testing on roads in the US. An image indicated that this upcoming electric vehicle has a similar design to the sedan concept revealed last year. However, a hatchback version of the EV4 was also r...

Polly Allcock, 20 Nov 2024 15:25

The Renault 5 E-Tech is a new electric supermini arriving in the UK. (Image source: Renault)

Renault 5 E-Tech launching in the UK as cheaper electric supermini

Renault has announced the UK launch of its new electric supermini: the Renault 5 E-Tech. The EV was unveiled earlier this year and officially goes on sale in this market in January, with two power trains and three trim levels avai...

Polly Allcock, 20 Nov 2024 15:17

BYD Blade Battery, LPF Battery (Image source: BYD)

EV sales could reach up to 60 million items per year by 2030 with battery material shortages named a challenge

The increasing demand of electric vehicles (EVs) has raised concerns about the availability of the critical materials required to build crucial parts, such as batteries. According to a specialized agency report, by 2030 EVs sales ...

Daniela Morales Soler, 20 Nov 2024 13:16

Xiaomi's leadership revises its plans on the SU7 (Image source: Lei Jun on Weibo)

Xiaomi jacks SU7 EV delivery target for 2024 up to 130,000 units

Phone-maker turned EV-maker Xiaomi has made quite a splash with its newly released SU7 electric car, but the Chinese company is showing no signs of slowing down. After reporting a massive growth in quarterly revenue, Xiaomi has in...

David Odejide, 20 Nov 2024 02:15

Tesla offers $5/month home charging in Texas (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla offers unlimited overnight charging for $60/year in Texas

Tesla has introduced an ingenious unlimited charging promo to push delivery of new vehicles in the last quarter of the year.

Daniel Zlatev, 19 Nov 2024 23:21