E-Mobility

General Motors has announced that owners of the 2020-2022 Chevy Bolt EV and EUVs are eligible for a one-time payment of US$1,400 if they allow the installation of the “Final Software Remedy” battery diagnostic tool on their cars before the end of the year. The US$1,400 will be compensated in the form of a Visa eReward card.

Volvo unveiled the Volvo EM90 today, the Swedish premium manufacturer's first all-electric van. The MPV is based on the Zeekr 009 and is expected to set new standards in comfort and safety among large electric vans.

The Nissan Hyper Force supercar concept debuted at the Japan Mobility Show, with over 1,000 kW (1,341 hp) of AWD electric power and a healthy amount of aggressively-styled aerofoil for increased downforce. Typical of a wild concept car, the Hyper Force also features a number of edgy gamer-centric functions.

Tesla seems to have let its base Autopilot ADAS technology fall by the wayside while it's been busy working on FSD Beta. Consumer Reports rated Ford's BlueCruise scored first, with Tesla's Autopilot securing a measly eighth place, behind even BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen. Hyundai Motor Group's ageing tech scored dead last, alongside Volvo and Polestar's abysmal showing.

'People are finally seeing reality' about electric vehicle demand, according to Toyota's CEO, whose company sat out the frantic EV investment of its competitors in the past few years. Honda has announced the end of its GM partnership on sub-$25,000 EVs, too.

The Lexus LF-ZC will be arriving a year before Toyota outs its first solid-state battery EV, but will still offer a 600-mile range. At about the Tesla Model 3 size, the competitor will sport stunning looks and Toyota's new prismatic battery cells.

The TFLnow YouTube channel shared images of the control arms of a Tesla Cybertruck release candidate spotted in the wild after an off-road test. The control arm appears to be deformed, leading to speculation online and in the video about whether the Cybertruck's suspension hardware is up to the task.

A suspicious Tesla Cybertruck price rumor has been doing the rounds on social media, purportedly even causing a pre-order cancelation. The alleged price was for a tri-motor Cybertruck model, with further costs being caused by locking in Full Self-Driving (FSD) and tax, title, and license (TTL) fees. The base price just for the vehicle alone was apparently US$98,990.

ZeroCC looks to increase South Africa's low EV adoption rate by installing off-grid fast chargers along some of the country's biggest routes. The EV charging network will be powered exclusively by solar and wind power in an attempt to reduce the environmental impact.

The Intersport Nakamura E-GRAVEL bike is now on sale in France. The new model has an 80Nm torque motor with multiple assistance settings, including a Smart mode. Other features include a handlebar-mounted LCD, hydraulic disc brakes and up to 100 km (~62 miles) of assistance range.

Following the recent rescue of VanMoof, another e-bike company is now in financial trouble. Danish brand Mate Bike is currently taking steps to try to avoid bankruptcy and continue trading. Various factors appear to have contributed to the problem, including a drop in demand and supply chain issues.

Integral Electrics has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Maven cargo e-bike. The model has been designed by women, for women, with a lower centre of gravity for improved stability. Other features include adjustable suspension, fat tires and optional app controls.

A fully lifted Cybertruck has been filmed attacking the famed "Stair Steps" climbing challenge at the Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area. Tesla has been doing off-road tests there for a while in preparation for the Cybertruck's release date.

Decathlon has discounted the 2022 version of the Electric Cargo Bike Rear Loading Longtail R500 in the UK and France. The model has a 250W motor and 672Wh battery for up to 90 km (~56 miles) range. The cargo bike can support loads of up to 170 kg (~375 lbs), with storage provided through a front basket and rear rack.

Besides a solid-state battery in the making, Toyota has a huge perception potential to win over affluent Americans when it comes to buying an EV from an automaker other than Tesla. It is seemingly positioned to enter the next leg of the EV race with vehicles that are both competitive and desired in the US.

The Rivian R1T has become the first all-electric vehicle to win the Rebelle Rally, which takes the crown as the US's longest off-road rally. The 2,500-km (1,553 miles) course crosses the Nevada and California desert, and racers must use traditional mapping methods to reach the finish.

Toyota claims it is nearing production on solid-state battery technology, predicting that it will start shipping production EVs with solid-state batteries as early as 2027, although initial volumes will be low. The company is working with Idemitsu Kosan energy group on developing a sulphide solid electrolyte, which should increase battery durability.

Fisker has dropped the price of the Ocean Extreme SUV by US$7,500 to US$61,449, putting it well below the standard Dual Motor AWD Tesla Model X and much closer to the US$52,490 Model Y Performance. Fisker customers who have already ordered or purchased an Ocean Extreme will receive a US$7,500 price adjustment.

The dealer markups that have plagued the automotive world of late have struck again, this time laying claim to the Chevrolet Blazer EV, which is supposed to have an MSRP of under US$60,000. Some dealers appear to be adding “market adjustments” of up to US$10,000 on top of that MSRP.

Toyota has provided a sneak peek at what to expect from the Japan Mobility Show, but the highlights of the show are sure to be the electric Land Cruiser and EPU pickup truck concepts. The Land Cruiser, however, changes significantly from its rugged roots, taking shape as a seven-seater crossover instead of a hardcore off-roader.

What can be better than a new Tesla Model Y with free charging for life? The many thousands of Tesla owners who are riding on older electric vehicles can now transfer their free unlimited Supercharger sessions offer that came with the car to new purchases.

Swappable batteries promise low down-time for commercial delivery companies, effectively extending range where swap stations are available. The MEV-Van concept is based on the compact Honda N-Van e: that debuted earlier this year, and will be trialled by Japanese delivery company Yamato Transport.

A heavily pockmarked Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted driving on the highway, with Elon Musk later stating that the vehicle had undergone some serious bulletproof testing. It seems the test went well, as Musk was pleased to announce that none of the rounds had managed to get into the Cybertruck’s passenger compartment.

Tesla's 2024 VIN decoder reveals that the Cybertruck will be available in two different powertrains at launch. Initially, it will only be available in AWD, and it looks like Tesla may have abandoned the planned quad-motor AWD version of the electric pickup truck, at least for now.

Toyota and Lexus have become the last big automakers to adopt Tesla's North American Charging Standard for their future electric vehicles. This will give future Lexus EVs access to the whole of Tesla's Supercharger network in the US.

The Juiced RipCurrent S e-bike is being discounted by US$800 in the Brushed Aluminum colourway due to a clearance of discontinued stock. The fat-tyre e-bike features a 1,000 W (1,300 W), throttle-operated hub motor that purports to deliver speeds upwards of 28 mph (~45 km/h) for a claimed 70 miles (~113 km) of range.

An as-yet unannounced Tesla Model 3 Highland Performance looks like it may come with a new badge that looks similar to the graphic shown when Ludicrous mode is active. Not much is known about the hardware, but it may represent a sort of Performance Plus variant of the Model 3 refresh.

The Cybertruck's release date is pegged for November 30, but it will take well into 2025 for Tesla to achieve any meaningful production ramp, said Elon Musk, because of 'complex' features like 14-inch suspension travel. The 'utilitarian' Model 2, however, Tesla's mass electric car, could catch up with the Cybertruck soon thereafter.

The X20 is one of ENGWE's latest e-bikes, and is rated for up to 1,000W of power and up to 93 miles of range (albeit in its dual-battery variant only). Now, it is also available at its best price yet on the OEM's website. It is unlocked through the use of a specific code at checkout for a limited time.

Tesla has confirmed that despite “enormous challenges in reaching volume production,” the Cybertruck will start reaching customers before the end of November 2023. The company also claims that it has capacity to produce over 125,000 units per year.

Toyota recently unveiled new versions of its IMV 0 (Innovative Multi-purpose Vehicle) pickup truck at the Japan Mobility Show. The pickup truck is around the same size as the legendary Hilux, but it features the looks of the modern Land Cruiser and a design philosophy based on versatility and practicality.

Tesla's Q3 earnings would reveal a gross margin of just 19%, down from 28% a year before. Meanwhile, its main competitor BYD previewed earnings that may be up to 70% higher compared to the previous quarter.

Heybike has announced its Fall 2023 sale with discounts on a number of its electric bikes, its latest Mars 2.0 model included. The event also includes other fat-tire models such as the Tyson, Explorer and first-gen Mars. Some of these e-bikes are also offered with starter accessories for the most eye-catching offers.

The Yamaha AWD e-bike concept has been teased ahead of its unveiling at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 in late October. The electric bicycle has twin motors for two-wheel drive and dual batteries for an extended assistance range. Other features include wide Pirelli tires and various handlebar options

Decathlon has launched the 2023 BTWIN Longtail Electric Cargo Bike R500E. The e-bike comes in new colors but is otherwise identical to the older model. Features include a 250W motor, up to 90 km (~56 miles) assistance range and load bearing up to 170 kg (~375 lbs) across a front basket and rear luggage rack.

The Toyota FT-3e and FT-Se concept electric vehicles have been teased ahead of their official unveiling later this month. The FT-3e is an SUV with an unusual digital display on the car's exterior. The FT-Se is a sporty coupe with an aerodynamic design and "next-generation cockpit".

A tentative leak on the Rivian forum indicates that the R1T and R1S may get an updated Ascent trim in 2024, increasing the power output of the dual-motor AWD EV to over 1,000 hp. Allegedly, this performance bump is enough to make the heavy car wheelie on hard launches.

Tesla has silently made the Model 3 Highland available for order in the United Kingdom after an EU release earlier this year. The new Model 3 is available in two trims for the time being, and the base Model 3 RWD starts at £39,990.

Stellantis has announced the Citroën ë-C3 for the European market. The new EV is built on Stelantis's Smart Car Platform. While it will only feature 199 miles (320.26 km) of WLTP range, the new EV will also only cost €23,300, with a €19,990 coming in 2025.

The next Tesla 2023.38 update version brings with it welcome new features such as the forecast amount of free Superchargers at a location. It also predicts how long would charging take by accounting for all the other Tesla drivers heading to the same station.

The new Tesla Supercharger design, dubbed V4, has finally appeared on US soil. Not only do the piles have longer cable for more comfortable charging of non-Tesla vehicles, but they are also rated for faster charging.

The Tesla Model 3 Highland refresh has been spotted on US roads more frequently of late, indicating that Tesla is performing testing and validation for US regulations. Tesla has this far given no indications of when to expect the updated Highland refresh of the Model 3.

BMW is once again working with its long-time Indian manufacturing partner, TVS Motor, to produce the upcoming CE 02 electric moped. BMW pitches the new moped as an “eParkourer” and claims the top spec will be able to reach speeds of 95 km/h, with range topping out at 90 km.

The Kia EV3 concept electric Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) has been unveiled. The new model has a similar design to the EV9, though it is smaller. The interior features unusual fabrics, moving tables and chairs and natural colors. Plus, Kia has announced an AI assistant to optimize your use of the EV.

A fan of the Tesla Cybertruck happened to have a measuring tape on hand upon spotting one of the infamous electric pickup trucks. The measurements indicate that the Cybertruck will have an impressively-wide bed, despite being considerably narrower than the Ford F-150 Lightning and just barely skinnier than the Rivian R1T.

While Tesla just announced its 20 millionth 4680 battery cell produced at Giga Texas, range challenges might have been behind the launch delay of the Cybertruck equipped with such cells. The first Cybertruck deliveries were supposed to start back in September.

The government's new 'cash on hood' EV tax credit payment scheme could somewhat compensate for the 50% Model 3 subsidy reduction next year. The tax credit cut and laxer rules for its collection may precede the Model 3 Highland release in the US.

Qualcomm has revealed that it will cut over 1,200 jobs, or those of about 2.5% of its current employees, later in 2023. All of the affected staff members are located in the same region, although they will be obliged to leave their posts in two different facilities within it. Nevertheless, the OEM has announced its intention to keep investing in different business areas at around the same time.

An all-electric BMW M car with a dual-motor rear-wheel-drive drivetrain could be on the cards for the German carmaker. This quirky drive-train arrangement could act as a sort of electronic limited-slip differential, give drivers more control over their vehicles, and allow BMW to implement its Drift Analyser feature for extra fun.

Volkswagen has refreshed the ID.4 and ID.5 with a range of upgrades, the option of an enlarged cockpit display included. The electric cars' Pro models are also touted to come with improved range, torque and power, while their GTX versions are backed to get from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under six seconds.