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Tesla gets punished for incorrect range estimates (image: Tesla)

Tesla fined for its battery range estimates and fuel cost efficiency calculations in comparison to gas vehicles

A consumer watchdog has imposed a fine on Tesla for grossly exaggerated driving range estimates marketed on its website, as well as misleading Supercharger performance advertising. The fine has been levied for false fuel cost effi...

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Jan 2023 13:54

Davinci Motor DC100 e-motorcycle with 124 mph top speed to be unveiled at CES 2023

The e-vehicle start-up Davinci Motor has announced that it is coming to CES 2023 with its upcoming motorcycle. The DC100 is touted to rival traditional 1,000cc machines with its specs, not to mention its "futuristic" design. Davin...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Dec 2022 18:27

As expected, charging the Tesla Model 3 at -14 degrees takes quite a bit longer than usual (Image: Out of Specs Reviews)

YouTuber attempts to fast charge his Tesla Model 3 Performance during winter storm at -14°F

In addition to a significantly shorter range per charge, the Supercharger experiment with the Tesla Model 3 Performance illustrates another weakness that EV drivers may have to deal with in super cold winter temperatures, although...

Enrico Frahn, 29 Dec 2022 23:33

Two Model 3 and six Model Y versions are eligible for tax credit (image: Tesla)

Eight Tesla vehicles eligible for the new EV tax credit but not all Model Ys qualify as SUV

The IRS has published the full list of electric vehicles that will qualify for the US$7,500 federal tax credit starting January 1, 2023. Eight of them are Tesla Model Y and Model 3 versions, but not all Model Ys are considered SUV...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Dec 2022 22:26

The price flipping of used Teslas may be over (image: Tesla)

Used Tesla car prices drop puts an end to flipping as Gigafactory idling extends into January

It's the end of the road for flipping used Tesla cars at a profit, it seems, as they now stay much longer on dealer lots than other used vehicles, and command much lower price than they used to just a few months ago. Meanwhile, Te...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Dec 2022 17:02

The EC7 has record low for an SUV 0.23 drag coefficient (image: NIO)

NIO outs the EC7 SUV with best aerodynamics and fully autonomous highway battery swaps

Besides the long-teased 500 kW charging station that can top up electric vehicles in 12 minutes, NIO used its annual event to unveil an ES8 SUV refresh and an EC7 electric coupe with just 0.23 drag coefficient. In addition, NIO sh...

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Dec 2022 17:02

Patent-based Apple Car render (image: Vanorama)

Apple Car may use LG batteries and EV components

Yet another source is suggesting that LG may become a major Apple Car components supplier, but this time it might be Apple that has approached it. LG has reportedly crafted a working group to entertain Apple's supply request for e...

Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2022 17:54

A new 19.2 kW onboard charger for the Porsche Taycan nearly halves the time to charge the EV's battery to 100%. (Image source: Porsche)

Porsche Taycan onboard charger upgrade almost halves charging times

Porsche has revealed a new 19.2 kW onboard charger for the Taycan, which nearly halves the time to reach full charge. For example, the standard battery will now fully charge in 4.8 rather than 9.5 hours. The part will be an option...

23 Dec 2022 13:01

BMW invests in pilot solid-state battery production (image: Solid Power)

Solid-state battery developer inks US$20 million deal with BMW for pilot electrode production

BMW's long-term commitment to the solid-state battery technology research of the US company Solid Power seems to finally be bearing fruit. The two companies will establish a partnership over a pilot solid-state battery cell produc...

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2022 14:46

December Model Y and Model 3 deliveries get $7,500 discount (image: Tesla)

Tesla doubles its Model 3 and Model Y price discount to the full US$7,500 federal subsidy amount

Tesla apparently expects its cars to qualify for the whole of the new EV federal subsidy on January 1, so it is now doubling the credit it was giving to customers who buy its EVs for December delivery. The Treasury postponed its s...

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2022 10:42

EV retooling to cost Buick dealers US$300,000 a pop as new Electra E5 SUV is unveiled

It will cost US$300,000-US$400,000 per dealership to retrofit the lots for electric vehicle sales from their current state, reports Buick. Those dealers who don't accept the GM buyout and prefer to remain independent will have to ...

Daniel Zlatev, 21 Dec 2022 19:42

The EX90's new Bose-tuned interior. (Source: Bose)

Bose Sound System for the Volvo EX90 with SurroundStage and BassSync announced

Bose has revealed that it is now an audio partner for Volvo in-car systems, starting with the new EX90. The new all-electric vehicle thus comes with a branded multi-speaker array optimized for its sports utility vehicle (SUV) desi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Dec 2022 16:16

Tesla's fleet may be eligible for the full subsidy amount from January 1 (image: Tesla)

Tesla cars may qualify for the full US$7,500 new EV tax credit as Treasury delays its federal subsidy guidelines

The US$3,750 EV credit that Tesla started giving to December buyers to make them pull the trigger instead of wait for the federal subsidy may have been too little. The Treasury Department delayed the issuing of its subsidy require...

Daniel Zlatev, 20 Dec 2022 14:31

Pricing for the Australian market for the 2023 Kia EV6 GT appears to have been leaked. (Image source: Kia)

2023 Kia EV6 GT pricing leaked in Australia ahead of January launch

The pricing for the 2023 Kia EV6 GT for the Australian market may have been leaked after a third-party price guide listed the model as costing AU$99,590 (~US$66,825). The EV is due to launch officially at the Australian Open when ...

Polly Allcock, 20 Dec 2022 12:15

The Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 43 4MATIC electric SUV is now available to order in Europe. (Image source: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV with 858 Nm motor can now be ordered in Europe

The Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE 43 4MATIC electric SUV is now available to order from the company’s German website. The EV has a 350 kW 858 Nm motor and up to 476 km (~296 miles) WLTP range. Other models, such as the EQE 350+, EQE 350 4...

Polly Allcock, 20 Dec 2022 11:29

The Tesla Model 2 may be a hot hatch assembled in Mexico (image: CarWow)

New Tesla Gigafactory in Mexico may be for cheaper Model 2 production with US$10 billion investment

The initial US$1 billion Tesla investment in its newest Gigafactory in Santa Catarina may be expanded to US$10 billion when the plant starts assembling a new, cheaper to produce model there in a few years. Elon Musk already met tw...

Daniel Zlatev, 19 Dec 2022 20:46

Hybrids and EVs like the Model Y drop fleet emissions (image: Tesla)

Tesla makes the most fuel-efficient vehicles followed by Subaru

Tesla cars consume the least fuel when converted to the miles per gallon metric, followed by Japanese or Korean brands like Subaru, Kia, Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, and Mazda. Then come the German automakers, while the gas-guzzling tr...

Daniel Zlatev, 18 Dec 2022 15:41

The F-150 Lightning may qualify for the full EV subsidy amount (image: Ford)

Ford may honor the federal made-in-America EV subsidy requirement and still use Chinese batteries

One of the considered proposals might be a US battery plant ownership where CATL isn't an investor but just managing production and providing the LFP cell technology. The world's largest battery maker may have been exploring a bat...

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Dec 2022 18:37

December deliveries get free Supercharger miles (image: Tesla)

Tesla throws in another freebie to entice December buyers

Instead of an outright price cut, Tesla keeps piling incentives for American and European customers if they take buy a car for a December delivery from the EV maker. After the generous credit towards the purchase of a car in stock...

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Dec 2022 15:55

Toyota unveils its first electric pickup prototype as a souped-up Hilux Revo BEV truck

By the time Tesla's Cybertruck launches, it may have a veritable onslaught of competition in the electric pickup category and not only by Ford or Rivian. Toyota just teased its first fully electric pickup truck, too, the Hilux Rev...

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Dec 2022 15:15

The cell-to-chassis EV battery pack tech is proliferating (image: Svolt)

Solid-state battery maker Svolt unveils Dragon Armor LFP pack with 500-mile EV range

Vehicles equipped with the affordable LFP batteries of the type Tesla uses in its standard range Model Y and Model 3 will be able to cover 500 miles on a charge with Svolt's new Dragon Armor battery packs. Employing cell-to-chassi...

Daniel Zlatev, 16 Dec 2022 19:33

The F-150 Lightning price increases again (image: Ford)

Tesla starts offering Model Y and Model 3 discounts in Europe as Ford ups the F-150 Lightning price

The base Ford F-150 Lightning model now starts from US$56,000, in a second round of price increases for the last three months or so. Meanwhile, Tesla is offering a Model Y and Model 3 price discounts for cars in existing inventory...

Daniel Zlatev, 16 Dec 2022 16:14

The new 1TB SSD costs US$350 (image: Tesla)

Tesla cuts its home charger price to the level of its new rugged 1TB SSD for 'Steam gaming'

Tesla's new 'automotive grade' in-car SSD does what other durable 1TB solid-state drives can do, but for the whopping price of US$350 when it launches in February. On the other hand, Tesla cut its home charging station prices both...

Daniel Zlatev, 15 Dec 2022 15:44

Teslas' range decreases the least during winter (image: Severin Demchuk/Unsplash)

Teslas are the all-weather electric car champions as per winter EV battery range cold temperature drop study

The Tesla Model Y and Model X seem to be the best bet for the least amount of electric vehicle range drop in cold weather, study finds. The Model 3 is not too shabby, either, why for some like the Ford Mustang Mach-E the winter we...

Daniel Zlatev, 15 Dec 2022 14:39

Semi trucks at the Megacharger in Sacramento (image: Drive Tesla Canada)

New Megacharger spotted in Sacramento as Tesla's solar-powered Semi charging network vision remains elusive

Tesla's long-awaited 1MW+ Semi long-haul truck Megacharger stations are starting to pop up at more locations where Semis are being delivered to commercial customers. Those factory-installed Megachargers are seemingly drawing grid ...

Daniel Zlatev, 14 Dec 2022 16:24

The Steam Beta integration is now live on the Model S/X (image: Tesla)

Elon Musk announces Tesla Steam Cyberpunk 2077 and Elden Ring gaming on the Model S/X with AMD RDNA 2 graphics

Just when Sony and Honda announced they are partnering to bring the PlayStation 5 gaming and entertainment experience to their future electric cars, Tesla now made good on the promise to launch Steam in its vehicles. Well, in rece...

Daniel Zlatev, 14 Dec 2022 13:03

The STMicroelectronics SiC power module could increase the range of the Kia EV6 by up to 5%. (Image source: STMicroelectronics)

Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 expected to get increased range with silicon-carbide power module

STMicroelectronics has announced that the Hyundai Motor Group will use its silicon-carbide power module in various EVs. The Kia EV6 has been officially named as a model set to receive the new part, which could increase the range b...

Polly Allcock, 13 Dec 2022 20:01

The Dodge Charger future is electric (image: Stellantis)

Jeep maker to close Cherokee plant citing high EV production costs as it may charge to unlock heated seats

Stellantis may be going big on microtransactions to unlock various features that come standard on its future electric cars, as it tries to recoup some of the increased costs of EV making. Illinois State Senators are scrambling to ...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Dec 2022 17:33

An FSD Beta subscription requires the newest hardware (image: Tesla)

Tesla grants Model 3 owner free FSD computer upgrade by missing small claims court hearing on 'false advertising'

"Plaintiff purchased a second Tesla Model 3, relying on advertisement from the company that all Tesla 3 models come with all the necessary hardware for self-driving," argued the judge, and awarded him a free FSD computer upgrade. ...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Dec 2022 13:02

The Cowboy Circular scheme has been relaunched in the Netherlands, France, Belgium and Germany. (Image source: Cowboy)

Cowboy Circular electric bike refurbishment scheme relaunches offering €500 cheaper C4 model

Cowboy has announced the relaunch of its Circular bike refurbishment scheme. The company sells reconditioned models that have been returned or used for testing. Circular offers up to €500 (~US$527) off models like the Cowboy C4, w...

Polly Allcock, 13 Dec 2022 11:20

The bZ3 electric sedan may undergo performance transformations (image: Toyota)

Toyota and Honda prep true electric car pivots to match Tesla's EV production costs and performance

Toyota is looking for ways to cut EV production costs and increase their performance in order to catch up with Tesla's profit-per-vehicle that outnumbers it eightfold. Honda, on the other hand, another latecomer to the electric ca...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Dec 2022 16:36

The MATE SUV e-bike’s motor can deliver up to 90 Nm of torque. (Image source: MATE Bike)

MATE SUV e-bike with three wheels and 90 Nm motor revealed

MATE Bike has unveiled a new model, the SUV. The electric bicycle has three wheels to help it support larger loads with up to 210 L capacity. The 90 Nm motor can assist you at speeds up to 25 kph (~16 mph), and the battery allows ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Dec 2022 09:45

Elon Musk predicts that the manufacturer of the sleek Lucid Air won't compete against Tesla for much longer (Image: Lucid)

Tesla CEO Elon Musk expects EV competitor Lucid Motors to go out of business

The relatively young American automaker, which made headlines with the good-looking and incredibly efficient Lucid Air, may not come out on top of the EV market according to Elon Musk, who once again reiterated that he does not th...

Enrico Frahn, 11 Dec 2022 21:54

The RadTrike 1 electric tricycle can support loads up to 415 lbs (~188 kg). (Image source: Rad Power Bikes)

Rad Power Bikes RadTrike 1 e-tricycle unveiled with 415 lbs load capacity

Rad Power Bikes has revealed the RadTrike 1, the company’s first electric tricycle. The e-trike can handle loads up to 415 lbs (~188 kg) and travel at speeds up to 14 mph (~22.5 kph). The US model will launch early next year with ...

Polly Allcock, 11 Dec 2022 13:22

Elon Musk may have anointed Tom Zhu for Tesla CEO (image: Duke University)

Elon Musk's successor said to be Tom Zhu as Tesla China's CEO arrives to ramp up Giga Texas production

Tom Zhu is coming with a group of Chinese production engineers to advise Tesla's newest Giga Texas factory on its capacity expansion quest. The Tesla China CEO who practically lived in the Shanghai Gigafactory for two months durin...

Daniel Zlatev, 08 Dec 2022 17:35

Apple Car is supposedly codenamed "Project Titan". (Source: iPhoneWired)

Apple Car Full Self-Driving capabilities could see a significant cutback as Cupertino is reportedly planning a 2026 launch

Apple Car could have limited Full Self-Driving if the latest report from Bloomberg is accurate. Cupertino’s first EV, which was previously expected to debut in 2025, was thought of as being a completely autonomous vehicle. Moreove...

Fawad Murtaza, 07 Dec 2022 13:09

Radar-less Model Y passed the pedestrian detection test (image: Euro NCAP)

Tesla files to bring radar back to its self-driving hardware kit as soon as January

Tesla is looking to introduce radar back to its vehicles at some form, starting this coming January, according to its own filing with the Federal Communications Commission. It's not clear if it will be a LiDAR for the self-driving...

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Dec 2022 12:33

No sensors to detect that pile of snow now (image: Tech & Tesla Sweden/YouTube)

Tesla’s $144 ultrasonic sensor cost savings lead to a parking functionality gap for frustrated new owners

Tesla car buyers are often getting surprised to discover that the EV maker has removed the parking sensors in its new vehicle batches without providing an alternative first. Tesla does warn that its transition to camera-only auton...

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Dec 2022 20:32

The new Volkswagen ID.3 concept has a 12-in (~30.5 cm) infotainment display. (Image source: Volkswagen)

New Volkswagen ID.3 concept announced with 12-in infotainment display

Volkswagen has announced a new ID.3 EV concept will be officially unveiled early next year, with the first vehicles scheduled for release in Q4. The electric car will have a larger 12-in (~30.5 cm) infotainment display and more bo...

Polly Allcock, 06 Dec 2022 17:28

The Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept has a large infotainment display. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept with large infotainment display unveiled in Europe

The Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept has been revealed at an event in Europe. The BEV is smaller than the bZ4X, the first model released from the Beyond Zero series. The C-SUV features a large infotainment system and an octagonal ste...

Polly Allcock, 06 Dec 2022 17:02

The Model 3 testing mule (image: omg_tesla/Twitter)

Updated 2023 Tesla Model 3 test mule may have been caught under camouflage

Tesla’s redesigned Model 3, scheduled to appear in the summer of 2023, could be hiding in plain sight, as a previously unseen version was spotted in a Californian parking lot. The car was heavily camouflaged, as can be expected fr...

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Dec 2022 22:56

The tuned BMW i4 looks like a suitable electric car for law enforcement purposes in Europe (Image: AC Schnitzer)

German tuning company turns BMW i4 M50 into sleek electric patrol car

With a lower suspension setting and other more or less discreet visual changes, AC Schnitzer has transformed the BMW i4 into an attractive patrol car for the German police. However, the customized concept car will not be able to o...

Enrico Frahn, 05 Dec 2022 22:54

The Scott Lumen eRide 900 SL bike weighs 15.5 kg (~34.2 lbs). (Image source: Scott)

Scott Lumen eRide electric bike series launches with top model weighing 15.5 kg

Scott has launched the new Lumen eRide Bike series. The bicycles have a 50 Nm motor and come as standard with a 360 Wh battery stored in the downtube. The range-topping model, the Scott Lumen eRide 900 SL bike, has an SRAM deraill...

Polly Allcock, 05 Dec 2022 21:37

Na-ion batteries enter mass production (image: Hina)

Mass sodium-ion battery production rolls off GWh-class factory as it paves the way for affordable cells without lithium

The first factory for sodium-ion batteries has started production with an initial 1 GWh capacity that is scheduled to increase from 3 GWh to 5 GWh in 2023. The price of lithium has shot up seven times in the past two years, making...

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Dec 2022 11:51

The Winora Yucatan X12 Pro e-bike has a 750 Wh Yamaha InTube battery. (Image source: Winora)

Winora Yucatan X12 Pro e-bike with integrated 750 Wh battery and Yamaha motor unveiled

Winora has revealed the Yucatan X12 Pro trekking e-bike. The bicycle has a 750 Wh InTube battery and 250 W Yamaha motor, delivering up to 85 Nm of torque. Fat Schwalbe tires and a RockShox fork provide a comfortable ride, and a bu...

Polly Allcock, 02 Dec 2022 20:24

The BUXUS Eva’s battery provides up to 64 miles (~103 km) of assistance range on a single charge. (Image source: BUXUS)

BUXUS Eva e-bike with eSIM and 64-mile assistance range begins crowdfunding

An Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign is now live for the BUXUS Eva, a motorcycle-style e-bike. The bicycle has a top speed of 30 mph (~48 kph) and provides pedal assistance for up to 64 miles (~103 km) on a single charge. Plus, you ...

Polly Allcock, 02 Dec 2022 18:34

A $3750 discount awaits Model Y December deliveries (image: Tesla)

Tesla crediting US$3750 towards the Model 3 or Model Y price to preempt the subsidy wait

Instead of waiting for the Inflation Reduction Act's new EV purchase subsidies to kick in, Tesla is offering those on the sidelines a US$3,750 'credit' towards a December delivery of a Model 3 or Model Y. Granted, Tesla resorted t...

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Dec 2022 16:56

The 2023 V4 Superchargers will deliver up to 1MW (image: Tesla)

Tesla Cybertruck to beat Chinese EV charging speeds with new liquid-cooled 1MW V4 Supercharger system from the Semi

Future owners of Tesla's Cybertruck electric pickup will feel like drivers of its Semi that has a Megacharger system on board allowing Megawatt-class charging input. The Cybertruck will be able to top up quickly at Tesla's new V4 ...

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Dec 2022 14:58

The Cybertruck's stainless steel body is what brought its shape (image: Tesla)

Retail Tesla Cybertruck to be 'slightly smaller' than the prototypes

The final Cybertruck version will actually be smaller than what's been shown so far in terms of prototypes, according to Tesla's head of design Franz von Holzhausen, but apparently not by much. He clarified in an interview that th...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Dec 2022 21:15

LG embarks on a big EV charger production push (image: LG)

LG may win Apple Car business in 2023 as it starts retooling former phone factory for EV chargers

LG has a chance to wiggle into the Apple Car supply chain next year as it is pivoting to the production of EV charging stations, cables, and connectors. LG has been retooling its former phone factory for the task, while it is alre...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Dec 2022 15:45