E-Mobility

Super73's Cyber Monday and ongoing Black Friday deals have discounted its “fan favourite” S-Series, Z Adventure, and R Brooklyn e-bikes by up to US$600. The Super73 sale brings some of these premium e-bikes down to as low as US$2,395.

The Intra Drive is a new electric motor for bicycles that distinguishes itself through its compatibility with existing systems and its integrated gearbox.

Rotwild has presented its two new R.X1000 and R.C1000 e-bikes. The e-mountain bike and the e-crossover are both equipped with a huge 960 Wh battery and an innovative motor/gearbox unit from Pinion.

Tesla has started delivering the rumored Cybertruck display units to key showroom floors and service centers around the country, and people are driving for hours to see them. Meanwhile, the dirtiest Cybertruck ever snapped has shown the reach of the giant monowiper.

The Fuel EXe 8 GX AXS T-Type is a new mountain bike from Trek that is primarily designed for use on trails. The Fuel EXe has an Alpha Platinum Aluminum frame, while the shock and suspension come from Fox.

Toyota revealed the rough number of electric cars with a solid-state battery it will be able to make in the first commercial vehicle batches. It expects to have a solid-state battery pack capable of about a 500-mile EPA range equivalent by then.

Cowboy is discounting the matte black versions of three of its connected e-bike models by €800 for Black Friday. The smartphone-connected e-bikes have built-in GPS with a bike location feature, removable batteries, and crash detection with automatic emergency contact location sharing.

While higher fuel prices moved the needle in favor of electric cars in many a direct charging rate vs gas prices comparison in the past year or so, the calculation is not that simple. A Texas Public Policy Foundation study claims that the hidden costs of owning an EV are way higher.

Heybike has launched the Horizon e-bike in the US. The new step-thru model is foldable, with dual suspension and fat tires for a more comfortable ride. The electric bicycle is powered by a 1,200W peak power motor, with a top assistance speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) and a range of up to 55 miles (~89 km).

Decathlon currently offers deals on the Elops 900E high-frame electric city bike in the EU. Customers can save up to €300 in countries including the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, and Germany. The model is powered by a 250W motor, has an assistance range of up to 70km (~43 miles) and features a Suntour suspension fork.

Desiknio has announced that the X20 Gravel and X20 Pinion e-bikes are being launched in the US, with one model already on sale. The electric bicycles feature 250W Mahle motors and have up to 62 miles (~100 km) assistance range on a single charge. The Pinion has a 6061 aluminum frame, while the Gravel has a carbon monocoque equivalent.

Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, this week announced that the engineering and plans for the original Roadster have been made open source. Accompanying the announcement, Tesla published a webpage of PDF documents, including complete service documentation, diagnostic software, and circuit and connector information. This move is uncharacteristically repair-friendly, and it could help keep the original Roadsters on the road for a little longer.

Elon Musk said that Tesla 'left a few things on the table' when it released the 2017 Model 3 Performance trim, so the 2024 Model 3 Highland facelift's Performance version will apparently be 'pretty special.' The current Model 3 Performance package can launch it from 0-60 in a bit over 3 seconds.

New images and a video have appeared, showing the Kia EV3 testing on the roads of the Republic of Korea. The concept crossover utility vehicle was unveiled at the brand’s EV day event in October and is expected to launch next year. The pictures show that the car has a similar design to the EV9, though it looks far smaller.

Owners of a Model Y made before January 8, 2021, can now request installation of an original HEPA filter by a Tesla service center via the mobile app. While the HEPA and Carbon Filter replacement kit costs $90 on its website, Tesla charges more for the retrofit to older units.

Pegasus has launched the Strong Evo 11 Lite e-bike in the EU. The new model has an 85Nm torque Bosch motor with various battery options with capacities of up to 750Wh. Other features of the 11-speed model include Shimano Deore gears, a Bosch Kiox 300 display and SR Suntour suspension.

Northvolt claims it has reached a breakthrough in sodium-ion battery technology, allowing it to reach up to 160 Wh/kg energy density. This means Northvolt's Na-ion chemistry is starting to overtake existing LFP cells for affordability and density.

Xiaomi's first-gen car is now thought to launch as the SU7 and its variants. It has started to venture into the wild as a fully-functional road vehicle, according to a new video circulating online. The leak might help confirm the upcoming EV's rumored top speed, not to mention its potential for highway maneuverability.

Those who charge their Teslas at 'busy' Superchargers will now have to pay double the idle fee if they try to top up beyond 90%. Tesla started sending warning via the app that the new Supercharger congestion fee will be applied in the next few weeks.

The rumor that the very first Cybertruck deliveries will go to select showrooms and industry influencers may have some merit, as the first one appeared as a mall exhibit in California. Meanwhile, high-res interface shots reveal all the cabin controls there are on the Cybertruck.

The Decathlon Stilus E-Touring electric bicycle is now discounted in Sweden, France and Spain. The e-bike features an 85Nm Bosch motor with a 750Wh battery providing up to 130 km (~81 miles) assistance range. Other features of the 10-speed model include hydraulic disc brakes and Schwalbe tires.

The German aftermarket parts giant Meyle recently outed dedicated products that improve on Tesla's OEM suspension. The need for those is evident in TUV's latest technical inspection failure rankings.

Himiway has discounted its Zebra all-terrain fat tire e-bike for Black Friday. Deals are available in the UK, the Netherlands, France, Germany and the US, where customers can save up to US$400. The e-bike features a 750W motor in the US, an 80-mile (~128-km) range and an LCD display with a USB port.

Red Bull Racing has launched the RS 1200 AT e-scooter in Austria, Switzerland and Germany. The new model has a 500W motor for a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and a 960Wh battery. Other features include a dual suspension system, LED display, and various lights to help you see and be seen in darker conditions.

Despite the owner driving the electric pickup for over a year and more than 24,000 miles (38,624 km), Rivian is buying an owner's R1T at full retail price. While using the pickup truck as a work truck, the owner has faced myriad issues, including four that required towing. Despite all the issues that interrupted his agriculture business, Mitch Dumke still reviewed the R1T very positively.

Super73 took the C1X concept electric motorcycle and transformed it into a scrambler and café racer concept for EICMA 2023. The El Jefe Scrambler and Super Le Pew café racer use the same motor, battery, and basic proportions of the original, but see a significant overhaul in the visual department.

As other traditional carmakers start to get cold feet on EVs thanks to reduced demand, both Hyundai and Kia reiterated their successes in electrification and their commitment to continued expansion in the sector. The executives went so far as to say that capacity was the limiting factor rather than demand.

The Kia EV5 has officially launched in China, though it was already on sale in the country. The company has announced a starting price 10,000 yuan (~US$1,387) lower than the first figure it provided. Three trim levels have been reported for the region: standard, long-range and long-range AWD.

A Tesla executive commented that the company will only deliver the first ten Cybertrucks at the November 30 delivery event. This is less than the 30 delivered to customers at the Model 3 delivery event back in 2017, reiterating Tesla's Cybertruck production woes.

Fisker announced that the PEAR will bring two new in-cabin features to its EV line-up. Cockpit Compute relies on the Fisker Blade computer, which touts 6.2 TFLOPs of performance — somewhere between the Xbox Series S and Series X. Fisker also plans on using clever displays and software tricks to make the A-pillar invisible.

It's the beginning of an era in which online marketplace juggernaut Amazon will be selling cars directly to buyers. The first Amazon vehicle sales partnership is with Hyundai.

A recent video of a Cybertruck walk-around accidentally revealed the electric pickup's projected range. The prototype in question still shows the remaining battery and range as a percentage, but its navigation prediction allowed internet sleuths to calculate the estimated range.

Decathlon has discounted its Riverside 520 E electric bike in the UK and Spain, offering customers up to 28% off. The e-bike has a 250W motor and up to 100 km (~62 miles) of assistance range. Other features include Suntour suspension, Tektro brakes and a backlit LCD with a built-in USB port.

Centurion has revealed the No Pogo SL R6000i and R8000i all-mountain e-bikes. The new lightweight models, on sale via dealers in the EU, are powered by a 250W Bosch motor with a 400Wh battery. Other features include various power modes, suspension from FOX and RockShox, and Schwalbe tires.

The presence of a heat pump should be the main criteria for EV buyers who live in colder climates, according to a new study. The EV cold weather range drop test reveals some surprising winners.

The pricing of the Volkswagen ID.7 has been announced for the UK market. The ID.7 Pro Launch Edition will start to be delivered to customers in early 2024, and those who purchase before January 2 will receive a free charger or charging credit. The EV features 175 kW DC fast charging and a 210 kW electric drive motor.

Part of the mysterious Cybertruck user interface that one test driver recently called its 'best feature' has been revealed in a spy video of unlocked Cybertruck taken while charging. There, the UI showed that the driver can control the powered tonneau cover from the cabin as well.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the first of 400 planned EV charging hubs. The charging hub features 400 kW chargers from ChargePoint, and there is a bay designed for wheelchair-accessible cars, vans, and vehicles with trailers. There is also a luxury charging lounge replete with snacks, drinks, and a restroom, making the wait more bearable.

A Tesla teardown and software analyst has noticed mentions in a firmware update that buyers of the 2024 Tesla Model Y base model may have to pay extra for front heated seats. Alongside mention of a front heated seat software lock, the new Model Y may be software limited to a range of 260 miles (418 km).

The Xiaomi SU7, SU7 Max, and SU7 Pro electric vehicles have appeared in supposed official images on a State Council website in China. Alongside the pictures of the Xiaomi cars was information about the EVs' rear-wheel and all-wheel drive powertrains, battery, and operating system.

Himiway has launched the C1 e-bike, a new model for kids aged between 4 and 12. The bicycle has a 350W motor with a thumb throttle and a top speed of 15 mph (~24 kph). Other features include an assistance range of up to 50 miles (~81 km), an LCD screen and dual hydraulic and electronic brakes for extra safety.

Contrary to expectations, the Ford F-150 Lightning aced the admittedly moderate off-road challenge no worse than the Cybertruck and its 14-inch suspension lift. Tesla has now started sending out Cybertruck event invitations to attendance lottery and affiliate program point winners.

BMW is shifting focus to electric vehicles at its Munich plant, putting the full brunt of its main R&D centre behind the new tech. The brand will, however, continue to make internal combustion engines — just not in Germany. The Munich plant already has over two years of i4 production under the belt, and BMW will start retraining employees for more EV models.

CheckMag Electric cars were conceived as a more environmentally-friendly form of transport. With the effectiveness of EVs being called into question more and more, it's time to address the elephant-sized trucks and SUVs in the room. Super-sized trucks and cars exacerbate everything that's wrong with electric vehicles.

Tesla has removed language from its Cybertruck sales agreement that required buyers to grant Tesla first right of refusal should the buyer of the Cybertruck decide to sell it within the first year of ownership. It's unclear why Tesla removed the clause, but it's unlikely to be because it's unenforceable — Ford has already proved that they can be binding.

German company ZF, claims that brake-by-wire is the future of EV deceleration tech, touting range increases of up to 17%. The dry system uses electric motors to generate braking force, as opposed to hydraulic fluid. The company also brags about the system having shorter braking distances by up to nine metres.

Volvo recently presented its first fully electric van, the EM90. Based on the Geely Zeekr 009, the Volvo EM90 is therefore a luxuriously equipped electric MPV with plenty of space and comfort as well as high safety standards thanks to modern assistance systems.

Canoo's aptly-named American Bulldog brings short-snouted, quirky looks to the off-road scene. The American Bulldog is touted as a minimalist, functional off-road pickup truck designed for “work, adventure, and service.” It should deliver the same AWD drivetrain and 200+ miles of range as the standard Canoo pickup.

Meizu hints that its upcoming flagship Android smartphone is coming for the Xiaomi 14 in terms of ultra-narrow-bezel screens. The 21 is touted to put an end to the display chin (or disproportionately thick bottom border) with an apparently consistent black edge of under 2 millimeters in height. The device's other premium aspects are thought to include the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.