E-Mobility

AUTOBEST has given the CATL Shenxing battery its TECHNOBEST 2024 award. The new technology was unveiled earlier this year, boasting super fast charging speeds and over 700 km (~435 miles) range. The lithium iron phosphate battery is expected to arrive in the first EVs early next year.

A recent study found that Tesla tops the list of car brands with the most accidents per driver, despite the company's claims to the contrary. Tesla often boasts about the safety of its vehicles, comparing its numbers to NHTSA data, but the company seems to be using sneaky data tricks to hide the true Tesla accident rate.

While governments are slashing electric vehicle subsidies left and right due either to fiscal constraints, or simply because they already did their part, Tesla says that it will keep the low prices. In Germany, for instance, it will not only compensate for the federal, but also leave its own share of the EV subsidy intact.

Instead of plugging in at home with the $495 Magic Dock wall charger, Tesla owners may be able to simply park over an inductive wireless charging pad on their floor. Tesla's design chief confirmed that this may be an option coming to home garages.

Schindelhauer has unveiled two new e-bikes named Heinrich and Hannah. The models feature a mid-mounted motor from Bosch, offering varying levels of assistance, with a 500Wh battery and Enviolo TR stepless shifting. Other tools include a Bosch Kiox display with smartphone connectivity and GPS tracking.

The Thok MIG e-S e-bike has arrived in the EU. The hybrid model is suited to both roads and gravel paths, with a low centre of gravity, high grip tires and a full RockShox suspension system. Other features of the new 12-speed bicycle include a motor, battery and bike computer from Shimano.

The Cybertruck's river crossing depth is higher than a Land Cruiser's but lower than a Rivian R1T and about the same as the Ford F-150 Raptor. Tesla has equipped the Cybertruck with a special Wade mode for river crossings that pressurizes the battery pack as an extra precaution.

Fuell has launched its first folding e-bike, the Folld-1. The new model is suitable for city rides or off-roading, with a full suspension system and 4-inch fat tires. The e-bike is powered by a Bafang motor, with the top speed limited in the EU, and the US variant is equipped with a thumb throttle.

The Tesla Cybertruck made some waves with a frunk that doubles as a bench for two people, despite the electric pickup's disappointing storage volume. Not to be outdone, a recent Ford patent takes the concept of a multi-functional frunk to the next level by converting it into a work surface alongside the ample storage space.

Cyrusher is known for its electric e-bikes and, with the Cyrusher Ripple, is now offering a winter sports device with electric assistance. The model is designed to impress with its particularly high performance capabilities.

Teslas without ultrasonic parking sensors finally got some bragging rights with the new 2023.44.30 Holiday Update. It brought new 3D mapping visuals to the Park Assist feature that is supposed to replace USS parking.

The Tesla 2023 Holiday Update, 2023.44.30, is now rolling out to its various models. The new software includes navigation improvements, including symbols indicating the position of speed cameras and offering alternative routes. Plus, you can customize the locking sound with effects like a bleating goat or quacking duck.

The driver of a Tesla Model 3 involved in a serious crash with both a concrete safety barrier and a transport truck has managed to survive the incident, which took place on December 16 in Ontario, Canada. Police took photographs of the wrecked Tesla Model 3 and shared them on social media, with commenters praising Tesla’s life-saving car design.

It took many months of delay, but the 150 kWh semi-solid-state electrolyte battery pack with 600+ miles of range is now in a production ET7. None other than NIO's chief is taking it on a country trip to test the range and live streaming the experience.

According to a recent report, things are going from bad to worse for customers of manufacturer VanMoof. Buyers or owners of an e-bike from the brand should thus have little expectation of refunds or repairs.

Google DeepMind's new AI is developing numerous materials, including for EV batteries, solar cells, computer chips and much more. In addition, the new A-Lab laboratory is taking material development to a next level by combining robotics and machine learning.

Tesla cars without Ryzen computing chips and with ultrasonic parking sensors are seemingly not getting the new High Fidelity Park Assist feature. It is rolling with the 2023 Tesla Holiday Update and brings LiDAR-like 3D visualizations in real time.

The Ride1Up CF Racer1 features a carbon frame and fork and weighs in at as little as 27.4 lbs. The CF Racer1 comes in two different versions, with subtle differences to the equipment and tyres resulting in a slightly lighter Road variant and more capable Gravel version. Ride1Up pitches the CF Racer1 as an affordable carbon electric bike, starting at just $2,295.

Mihogo has unveiled the One, a new e-bike characterized by its extreme, yet manageable range. Navigation is also possible via the compact display.

The Cybertruck may not be able to swim in the sea when the seas are "not too choppy" just yet, but it has a cool Wade mode that lets it cross rivers and streams. Tesla has found an ingenious way to seal the battery pack for the purpose.

Tesla recently explained how the crumple zones in the Cybertruck help protect the electric pickup truck's occupants. As opposed to a bending frame, collisions seem to obliterate the entire front gigacasting. The Cybertruck's safety has been called into question a number of times due to its stiff stainless-steel panelling and short hood.

Not only has Tesla positioned the Cybertruck as a rugged workhorse that is surprisingly easy to service, but it obviously wants to keep it surprisingly cheap to maintain, too. As far as parts are concerned, there is nothing exorbitant in Tesla's pricing.

The Defender 250 from Dolas e Bike has been revealed. The new model has an unusual design, with three wheels, each sporting a 250W motor. Other features include an impressive 2,44Wh battery, 4-inch fat tires and a color LCD mounted between the handlebars with an integrated USB port.

Instead of wrangling with Tesla further, NHTSA decided to issue a recall on all its vehicles sold in the US to fix Autopilot safety issues. Rather than deep autonomous driving system fixes, though, Tesla is asked to rev up driver warnings.

The Model 3 Performance may become cheaper than the Model 3 LR or the Highland next year, as their Chinese batteries make them ineligible for US subsidies. Instead of $3,750 tax credit, those Model 3 versions will get none.

Consumer Reports's recent real-world EV range test revealed that EPA estimates from Tesla, Lucid, and certain Ford models overstate range by a significant margin, while others over-performed, despite suboptimal SUV and pickup truck designs.

Tesla could very well manufacture more Cybertruck electric pickups next year than Ford's 75,000 F-150 Lightning vehicles. Ford will slash its Lightning EV production quota by 50% over 'market demand.'

The Cybertruck has a HEPA filter that comes in handy when the driver turns on the Bioweapon Defense cabin air mode. Tesla has apparently made the ease of service a priority on the Cybertruck, as it showed how quickly one can replace their HEPA filter.

Tesla will keep working on the Cybertruck efficiency rate with the ultimate goal to hit 500 miles of range on a charge with the extender battery in its current footprint. It better, since its chief engineer said the range can be cut in half while towing.

Huawei has announced that it has broken ground on its first factory outside its native China. The facility is to be located in northeastern France, has a projected output of 1 billion new products per year and is estimated to employ up to 500 people. The OEM envisages that the "ultramodern" plant will be highly sustainable and might make its 5G and electric vehicle (EV) components available in Europe.

Amidst all the Cybertruck Foundation Series invitations excitement, Tesla has reintroduced the Cybertruck flipping ban in the purchase contract legalese on the sly. Early Cybertruck adopters face stiff penalties if they resell it.

SEG Automotive is entering the e-bike market with a mid-motor that is intended to be modular and thus provide bicycle manufacturers with a number of options for adapting it to their own needs.

Urtopia will soon launch a new e-bike onto the market. The manufacturer aims to usher in nothing less than a new era and create an electric bike with powerful AI assistance. This is intended to bring about a particularly smooth riding experience.

Those who respond to Tesla's Cybertruck Foundation Series invitation will be able to configure both dual-motor and Cyberbeast trims with a number of options, including FSD Beta. For the Cybertruck, Tesla has listed the FSD option at 2019 prices.

The Vuca Evo FSX1 from Bull is a new SVU e-bike with powerful equipment that features a hidden gearshift, which is integrated directly into the mid-motor. The model is also available with a particularly large battery.

Elon Musk confirmed an upcoming smart parking feature for Tesla cars that will have the EV find a spot itself and wiggle in there autonomously. The sort of Reverse Summon self-parking option may include a simple 'tap to park' gesture.

The Urban Evo 2 is a new e-bike from Bulls, which is designed for zipping around the city and comes with an extensive range of features. Bulls does not use the usual suspension fork for trekking e-bikes, but rather a rigid fork.

E-bike riders beware: Cube is recalling a certain e-bike that could cause serious problems for the rider. The problem does not concern the hardware, but rather the software of the e-bike.

Tesla is using a $16,000 range extender to hit the promised 'up to 500 miles of range' on the Cybertruck, and still keep its price below the tax credit limit. Unfortunately, the range extender release date seems to be closer to 2025 than 2023.

The Internal Revenue Service has given the go-ahead to the EPA to list both Tesla Cybertruck models as eligible for the full amount of the government's new EV tax credit subsidy. The 2024 Cybertruck is powered by American-made 4680 batteries and is assembled in Texas.

Titanium instead of aluminum or carbon: using this advanced material, the Vello Sub Titan is set to become one of the lightest e-cargo bikes on the market and is available in a total of four different versions.

As per Tesla’s official announcement, Tesla cars will receive Apple Podcasts as a part of the upcoming holiday update. After the update is rolled out, Tesla drivers will be able to access Apple’s podcast app via Tesla’s app launcher.

Elon Musk's claims of the Cybertruck temporarily serving as a boat may not be a complete lie, after all. Wade mode seems to prepare the electric pickup truck for deep water crossings, while the function of the Baja and Overland modes remains unclear.

Encouraged by the pilot solid-state battery production line that it started earlier this year, Samsung will match Toyota's self-imposed 2027 commercialization deadline. It will now aim to hit the whopping 900+ Wh/L solid-state battery energy density.

A fleet of Fiat 500e EVs will be the first from Stellantis to trial Ample's battery-swapping technology. The trial will begin in 2024, with the project aiming to find a solution to ease range anxiety. Ample's modular batteries fit the existing Fiat 500e platform and are typically replaced at specially designed stations.

Tesla chose to go the range extender battery way to hit the Cybertruck's promised 'up to 500 miles of range' on a charge. The Cybertruck range extender battery price has now been revealed in the top Cybertruck Foundation Series trim options.

The Juiced Scrambler X2 e-bike has arrived in the US. The new model is more powerful than its predecessor and has an updated battery. The 7-speed e-bike also features a twist throttle, 4-inch fat tires from Knobby and a backlit LCD screen with a USB port to charge your phone as you ride.

Kia and Electrify America have announced that the new EV9 three-row SUV will come with some complimentary charging in the US. The EV9 is the third vehicle from the brand to receive free charging from this network, following the EV6 and the Niro. Electrify America has over 3,729 chargers in the US, with a mobile app helping you to find one nearby.

A new patent for a Toyota virtual manual transmission system for EVs has been published in the US. The company has spoken about this technology before, with demonstrations via test drives. The latest documentation describes how the simulated manual transmission could work and various customization options.

Elon Musk claims Tesla is "highly confident that Cybertruck will be much safer per mile than other trucks," despite a Tesla technician recently explaining in a report that the Cybertruck's design precludes it from launching in Europe. Pedestrian safety design rules are allegedly part of why Europe won't get the Cybertruck.