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Tesla Semis at Megachargers (image: Pepsi)

Silent Tesla Semi trucks run long and far as Pepsi tips how fast they charge on 750kW Megachargers

It takes less than half an hour to top up a Tesla Semi electric rig to 95% battery capacity on the dedicated 750kW Megacharger stations that Pepsi uses for them, says one Semi driver. The trucks run for 12 hours a day, according t...

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Aug 2023 11:24

Charging Cybertruck at Giga Texas (image: Joe Tegtmeyer/X)

Cybertruck overflight reveals charging port location challenge and the frunk bucket size

The Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup has been caught topping up at a regular Supercharger over at the Gigafactory in Texas in a drone footage. The overflight is giving a view to the black interior through the panoramic glass roof.

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Aug 2023 20:03

The Fisker PEAR is a small, affordable electric hatcback built in collaboration with Foxconn for a young professionals living in big cities. (Image source: Fisker on YouTube)

Fisker PEAR launch reveals US$30k 6-seater hatchback with superb practicality and a built-in theatre mode

Fisker's Product Vision Day gave us our best look yet at a seemingly operational Fisker PEAR prototype. New details of the PEAR indicate that it will be a rather practical compact city car targetted at a younger, wider demographic...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Aug 2023 09:53

Fisker hass finally given us a proper look at the low-slung Ronin electric convertible GT car. (Image source: Fisker on YouTube)

Fisker Ronin GT revealed as Tesla Roadster killer with 600-mile structural battery, ludicrous power target, and 2025 delivery date

After months of teasing, Fisker has finally pulled the covers off its Ronin electric GT convertible, giving us an idea of what to expect when the vehicle eventually launches in 2025. Despite Fisker's insistence on it being in a cl...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Aug 2023 08:44

Volkswagen's ID.2all brings the perfect proportions for an electric Golf GTI. (Image source: Volkswagen)

Electric VW Golf GTI under consideration according to new trademark application

A new trademark registration has sparked rumours that Volkswagen is reinventing the Golf GTI for the age of electrification. Volkswagen has previously stated that it is committed to the petrol-powered Golf GTI until at least 2030,...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Aug 2023 00:39

It appears that Tesla's AMD-based infotainment systems have a fatal security flaw that can be exploited with off-the-shelf-hardware. (Image source: Various - edited)

Tesla hack exploits AMD vulnerability to access user data and unlock US$15,000 in paid software-locked features

A group of enterprising hackers has managed to take advantage of a known exploit in Tesla's in-vehicle software that allowed them to access thousands of dollars in software-locked features, sideload custom apps, and, most alarming...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Aug 2023 23:10

The budget Volkswagen Jetta EV could inherit some of the industrial design of the ID.Aero, but it's unlikely to share the underlying MEB platform. (Image source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen to build budget electric Jetta in yet another Chinese partnership through FAW joint venture - report

Volkswagen appears to be pursuing another partnership with a Chinese company, this time to produce an electric vehicle under its Jetta subsidiary brand. Insiders indicate that there have been talks between the FAW-Volkswagen joint...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Aug 2023 06:50

Tesla's goal with FSD is to make its vehicles safer, in spite of its "move fast and break things" image. (Image source: Tesla)

Elon Musk yet again claims Tesla FSD breakthrough around the corner thanks to AI and ML advancements

Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, claims, yet again, that the holy grail of the Full Self-Driving is just around the corner. Based on the CEO's comments on the matter, it appears as though Tesla is moving its vehicle instructions over to an A...

Julian van der Merwe, 02 Aug 2023 22:57

The Tesla Cybertruck Release Candidate 1 (image: Greggertruck/X)

Cybertruck spotted with new aerodynamic wheel covers as production version with Texas plates gets filmed

A full 360 walkaround video of the Cybertruck Release Candidate that recently got off the production line at Giga Austin has appeared confirming the minute details of the stainless steel body design. The Cybertruck has also been c...

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Aug 2023 12:56

Fisker's Ocean SUV takes a different approach to EV design, focussing more on comfort than ultimate performance. (Image source: Fisker)

Fisker Ocean reviews highlight 3 features that Tesla and Rivian should take note of

The handsome Fisker Ocean crossover SUV has finally begun landing in the hands of owners and media outlets, giving us our first real independent look at this EV newcomer. While no EV is perfect, there are a number of unique featur...

Julian van der Merwe, 02 Aug 2023 07:45

Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y share much of the same underlying hardware and technology, meaning a recall or defect of one is likely to affect the other, too. (Image source: Tesla)

NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 and Model Y after reports of steering malfunctions

The NHTSA is investigating 280,000 new Tesla Model Y and Model 3 electric vehicles in the US. While it's still in the preliminary stages of the investigation, the NHTSA suspects that a defect in steering hardware is causing the st...

Julian van der Merwe, 02 Aug 2023 01:00

The Tesla Model Y wasn't able to travel 326 miles on a single charge in CR's range test (Image: Kevin Bonilla)

Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5 miss official range at all temperatures, VW ID.4 and Ford Mustang Mach-E perform well in summer

The immensely successful electric SUV falls short of its EPA range of 326 miles in all tested scenarios according to Consumer Reports, which also couldn't confirm the official range of the Hyundai Ioniq 5. On the other hand, two n...

Enrico Frahn, 01 Aug 2023 22:55

Yadea KS6 Pro launches as e-scooter with triple braking system, self-healing tires and 34-mile range

Yadea claims to have put safety first by combining three types of brake in the new KS6 Pro. The scooter is also equipped with 10-inch self-healing, tubeless tires for resistance to punctures and shocks on the road. Then again, it ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2023 22:07

Tweaks to the Dual-Motor Rivian R1T see it gain buckets of torque at the cost of horsepower. (Image source: Rivian - edited)

Rivian R1T Dual-Motor tweaks add buckets of torque at the cost of horsepower and warranty length

After starting production of the Dual-Motor R1T using the efficient Enduro drive units, Rivian has apparently made some tweaks to the platform to trade more torque for a small dip in power figures. Along with more torque, which sh...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 Aug 2023 21:52

Tesla's 2170 cell cooling flows through the battery pack (image: Charles/X)

BYD blade vs Model 3 battery teardown finds Tesla engineering superior in a dubious comparison

While BYD is suing bloggers for defamation, a teardown of its innovative blade battery pack has compared it with the non-structural 2170 battery of the Model 3. The teardown expert claims that Tesla's battery is built with better ...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Aug 2023 15:00

Elon Musk announces Tesla Lithium next to the Cybertruck in Texas (image: Tesla)

Tesla in talks with Exxon on lithium supply enough for 50 million EVs

Exxon Mobil is in talks with Tesla and other EV industry pioneers over environmentally friendly lithium extraction and supply to the tune of 100,000 tons annually. The move comes as Tesla is building its own EV battery-grade lithi...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Aug 2023 14:09

A Tesla Megacharger pile (image: RodneyaKent/X)

Cybertruck could benefit from 1,800-mile Tesla Megacharger stretch built with taxpayer money

Starting near its new Gigafactories in Mexico and Texas, the proposed Tesla Megacharger corridor will be stretching all the way up to California. Tesla is asking for US$100 million in state and federal funding to roll out Semi cha...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Aug 2023 12:45

The Porsche eBike Cross Performance EXC 2023 is a collaboration between Studio F.A. Porsche and Rotwild. (Image source: Porsche)

Porsche eBike Cross Performance EXC 2023 with carbon frame now available

The Porsche eBike Cross Performance EXC 2023 is now available to pre-order in various countries worldwide. The model has an 85 Nm Shimano motor and battery, alongside an integrated bike computer from the brand. The e-bike also has...

Polly Allcock, 01 Aug 2023 10:32

The production model of the Kia EV5 will be revealed at the Chengdu Motor Show (concept above). (Image source: Kia)

Kia unveiling EV5 soon as Tesla Model Y competitor

Reports suggest that the production version of the Kia EV5 will be unveiled in August at the Chengdu Motor Show. The concept of the SUV was unveiled in March and it is expected to go on sale in the country later this year. The pre...

Polly Allcock, 01 Aug 2023 09:38

Fisker has been teasing the imminent announcement of its Ronin electric convertible GT car on Instagram. (Image source: Fisker)

Fisker Ronin convertible GT sports car launching on August 3 to take on Tesla Model S with 600 miles of range

Recent teasers posted by Fisker and its CEO indicate that the company will soon unveil its electric four-door GT sports car. The Fisker Ronin claims an impressive 966 km (600 miles), which puts it almost 200 miles (322 km) ahead o...

Julian van der Merwe, 01 Aug 2023 01:38

The new Model 3 Highland (image: Y2KColin/X)

Tesla Model 3 Highland front Hardware 4.0 camera mimics the Cybertruck in high-res photos

A closer look at the Tesla Model 3 Highland front bumper reveals where its Hardware 4.0 front camera will go. The front bumper placement seems to be similar to that of the Cybertruck's HW4 camera configuration and will aid in curb...

Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jul 2023 17:19

A low weight will be essential to achieving strong off-road capabilities. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Cybertruck to weigh substantially less than the competition and have Tesla's usual safety record, according to electric vehicle teardown experts

The folks at Munro Live, who have a long history of disassembling and inspecting Tesla vehicles, think the Cybertruck will be much lighter than the 8,500 to 10,000 lbs (3,855 - 4,536 kg) that Tesla's earlier regulatory filing sugg...

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Jul 2023 22:16

Tesla's Megacharger pile (image: RodneyaKent/X)

Cybertruck/Semi Megacharger debuts as newly minted EV charging alliance vows to be 60% faster than Tesla's Superchargers

Tesla has opened what seems to be the first combined Cybertruck/Semi high-output charging station with the so-called Megacharger plug and smaller pull-up space. Tesla's rival charging network, on the other hand, may support up to ...

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jul 2023 12:28

Some Tesla owners have sold their Model 3 due to their negative opinion on Elon Musk (Image: Martin Katler)

Elon Musk is the main reason why Tesla Model 3 owners switch to other EV brands

Even though the eccentric CEO was the most frequently cited reason for former Model 3 owners who have since switched to other brands, the vast majority of customers appears to be quite satisfied with their Tesla EV as indicated by...

Enrico Frahn, 29 Jul 2023 20:11

Audi e-tron GT unleashes ~4-second 0-100km/h times and 800V charging on the Chinese market

Audi has introduced the e-tron GT as its latest super-premium electric vehicle (EV) for the Chinese market. The luxury sedan has a dual-motor system rated to propel it from 0 to ~62 miles per hour (or 0 to 100 kilometers per hour ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2023 17:15

New US fuel economy rules could result in an increased adoption of more compact EVs, like the Hyundai Ioniq 5. (Image source: Fiat)

New US fuel economy rules could dramatically increase EV adoption and mortally wound ICE pickup trucks

The new US fuel economy rules proposed by the Biden administration would likely see EVs occupy 66% market share — an almost tenfold increase — by 2032, if passed. What's more, the new rules impose stricter regulations on pickup tr...

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Jul 2023 00:11

Teslas can travel further on an empty battery showing (image: Tesla)

Teslas were designed with 15 extra miles of range on an empty battery readout

Just as storied EV tester Bjorn Nyland demonstrated, a Tesla EV can travel further even after the battery charge readout shows zero. What he didn't know at the time, however, was that Teslas may have been designed like that in an ...

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Jul 2023 10:41

Tesla has been in a constant battle to up production capacity and quality in an effort to compete with the wider automotive market. (Image source: Tesla)

Stellantis CEO calls out Tesla profit dip as EV maker faces mounting competition in changing landscape

Stellantis CEO, Carlos Tavares, has made some interesting comments about the future of Tesla in its recent semi-annual results presentation. The CEO specifically made reference to Tesla's recent dip in profitability as it starts t...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Jul 2023 02:16

Tesla's Model Y electric cross-over is currently the best-selling electric vehicle in the world, meaning many users may be disappointed by erroneous range estimates. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla accused of overstating vehicle range for over 10 years as it quashed mounting complaints and service requests about disappointing performance

A special report claims that Tesla knowingly programmed its electric vehicles to reflect woefully optimistic range figures while the battery was above 50%. The company also allegedly established a special team to shut down custome...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Jul 2023 22:51

Cybertruck plays dress-up as ICE F-150 (image: Greggertruck)

Cybertruck in final Ford F-150 camo appears on the streets

After catching the Cybertruck in preparation to be wrapped as a regular Ford F-150 truck, the final ICE pickup camouflage effort has appeared outside on the streets. The Cybertruck here is dressed as a blue F-150 in what seems to ...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2023 16:15

The G9 is XPeng's first EV designed for sales abroad (image: XPeng)

VW fronts Chinese EV maker US$700 million to make it cars with Tesla FSD-like assistant

Local automakers like XPeng sold more vehicles than foreign brands for the first time last quarter and, faced with flagging EV sales, VW is now buying a stake in XPeng to build EVs together. The first will be for the midsize marke...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2023 12:39

Tesla at a new V4 Supercharger station in France (image: Alexandre Druliolle)

Tesla makes 350kW Supercharger V4 charging speed official

Tesla listed 1MW theoretical charging speed peak in its North American Charging Standard white paper when it open-sourced it. Its current V3 Superchargers, however, max out at 250kW, while the new V4 Supercharger system now offici...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2023 11:19

Hyundai and others to create Supercharger network rival (image: fiehlsport/YT)

Rival Supercharger network banks on Biden's subsidies to match Tesla's charging stations

Hyundai recently balked at joining Tesla's NACS charging network as its Superchargers are just not powerful enough for its 800V drivetrain EVs. Instead, it now joins a conglomerate of 7 major automakers to build an alternative EV ...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2023 10:02

The Chevy Bolt EUV may get a successor (image: GM)

New Chevy Bolt will be cheaper to produce and with 'great range'

General Motors will resurrect the deprecated Chevy Bolt model but it looks like they will build it on a new, more cost-efficient production platform. GM's CEO Mary Barra said that the new Chevy Bolt will 'have much higher levels o...

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jul 2023 17:13

The Mihogo Mini e-bike folds in three steps. (Image source: Mihogo)

New Mihogo Mini compact folding e-bike with 100 km range unveiled

Mihogo has revealed the Mini, a compact folding e-bike, which will feature in an upcoming Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. The model has a 350W motor, up to 100 km (~62 miles) of range between charges and can fold in three steps. ...

Polly Allcock, 26 Jul 2023 15:29

The Decathlon Stilus E-Touring bike has a 130 km (~81 miles) range. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon Stilus E-Touring e-bike with 130 km range now available

The Decathlon Stilus E-Touring e-bike has arrived in EU countries, including the Netherlands, France and Germany. The model has an 85Nm motor with a torque sensor and up to 130 km (~81 miles) range from a Bosch PowerTube battery. ...

Polly Allcock, 26 Jul 2023 15:24

Xiaomi officially unveils new Electric Scooter 4 Go

The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Go has been officially revealed via a product page on the brand’s website. The new model has a 450W motor for a top speed of 20 kph (~12 mph) and up to 18 km (~11 miles) range. Features include a dual...

Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2023 22:29

The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Lite is now available in France and Spain. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 and Electric Scooter 4 Lite roll out to more countries

Xiaomi is now selling the Electric Scooter 4 Lite in France and Spain, with the Electric Scooter 4 also offered in France. The Lite model has a 20 km (~12.4 miles) range, while the standard model allows you to travel up to 30 km (...

Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2023 22:25

Giga Berlin Model Y in new Midnight Cherry Red color (image: Vision E Drive/YT)

Tesla Model Y recalled to align front camera angle affecting emergency brakes and collision prevention without warning

A misaligned front camera recall on the Tesla Model Y/S/X will take about 20 minutes to fix at a Tesla service center. The wrong camera pitch angle can turn off the Automatic Emergency Braking and Collision Warning features of aff...

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jul 2023 13:05

Update | WAU CYBER hyped as "Tesla of electric bikes" ahead of Indiegogo launch

WAU CYBER is being touted as "the world's most powerful" e-bike in advance of its launch, which will be done via crowdfunding. Its makers assert that it will also look more electric than every other vehicle on its market thus far....

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jul 2023 10:50

Get your loved ones to go outside by buying them an e-bike(?). (Source: Fiido)

Deal | Fiido X: New "Double the Ride, Double the Fun" event gives extra incentive to buy 2 e-bikes at once

The Fiido X is an "eye-catcher" of an e-bike with unique security features and a torque sensor. Now, its maker has announced an upcoming "meaningful" initiative that might help its fans get their friends or partners out onto an id...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jul 2023 10:50

The Cybertruck in F-150 camo (image: Greggertruck/Twitter)

Cybertruck in Ford F-150 camo snapped with open hood to reveal the pickup's smallish frunk

Tesla's Cybertruck electric pickups have been caught with the hood open, baring the front trunk's innards for what seems to be the first time. The curious part is that the Cybertrucks in question have been camouflaged to look like...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jul 2023 09:15

Tesla's Model 3 is currently the carmaker's cheapest vehicle available, coming in at US$37,940 after recent discounts. (Image source: Tesla)

New Tesla Model 3 starting price sits at under US$38,000 after inventory prices drop yet again and share prices fall further

Mere days after CEO Elon Musk announced that more Tesla price cuts were expected, the prediction has come true, with the Model 3's price now discounted to a whopping US$37,940. These prices can be slashed even further to just over...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Jul 2023 06:35

A Cybertruck test mule has been spotted with a dark digital camo wrap. (Image source: @MKumarTweets on Twitter - edited)

New Tesla Cybertruck digital camo fuels speculation about potential factory wraps at launch

As Tesla finalises the Cybertruck's testing and validation stages, footage has emerged of the electric pickup with an all-new digital camo wrap. It's unclear whether these wild colour schemes we've seen the Cybertruck wearing in r...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jul 2023 21:23

The earlier efforts at designing the Tesla Cybertruck clearly were not edgy enough for Elon Musk. (Image source: Tesla/@WalterIsaacson - edited)

Early Tesla Cybertruck concept designs show edgy was always on the agenda for Elon Musk

Some interesting early Tesla Cybertruck designs have been shared in a photo by author Walter Isaacson. The writer had been spending time with Elon Musk while researching the billionaire’s extraordinary life and was treated to a br...

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Jul 2023 03:33

Ford's Mustang Mach-E saw significant sales growth in Q2 of 2023. (Image source: Ford)

Ford sees "EV inventory pileup" as a return to normal, and its EV sales growth indicates it may be correct

Ford's inventory of electric vehicles has consistently grown over the last few months, with some calling it a sign of the US carmaker's failure to sell its EVs. Ford, on the other hand, sees growing inventory in dealer lots as a r...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jul 2023 01:50

The Tesla Model S is currently Tesla's sportiest vehicle on sale. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Model S and X seat belt recall forces over 15k electric vehicles into service centres over injury risk

Tesla has announced that it is recalling upwards of 15,000 of its Model S and Model X EVs after the company found that the front-row seat belt fasteners could have been improperly tightened after repairs. So far, neither Tesla nor...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jul 2023 00:19

Toyota's bZ3 door handle recall is indicative of a widespread issue relating to electric vehicles. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota's China bZ3 electric sedan recall highlights widespread problem EVs and modern vehicle designs

Toyota has announced that it will be recalling over 12,000 of its bZ3 sedans in China that it built in cooperation with BYD. The reason for the recall comes down to faulty rear door handles that occasionally stop working or, even ...

Julian van der Merwe, 21 Jul 2023 05:57

The Lesus TX 550h gives us a good idea of what its electric counterpart will look like when it launches. (Image source: Lexus on YouTube)

Toyota trademark hints at upcoming Lexus luxury 3-row electric SUV to compete with Kia EV9

Toyota has applied for new trademarks in the European Union Intellectual Property Office, and the naming scheme indicates that the trademarks may be related to at least one upcoming electric Lexus three-row SUV. If the new electri...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jul 2023 23:52

It appears as though Tesla may start accepting cryptocurrency payments once more. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla could add Bitcoin and Dogecoin payment methods as Twitter snoop reveals several mentions of controversial cryptocurrencies in site code

After shelving Bitcoin as a payment method due to criticism over environmental concerns, it appears that Tesla may start accepting the cryptocurrency as payment for its electric vehicles in the near future. The site's code also ma...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jul 2023 22:57