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The VanMoof S3 Aluminum limited edition e-bike has a two-tone frame. (Image source: VanMoof)

VanMoof S3 Aluminum limited edition electric bike prepares to launch

VanMoof will shortly launch the S3 Aluminum e-bike. The limited edition model has a two-tone aluminum frame, though it is unclear how much this weighs. The new bicycle will perform similarly to the standard S3, with a top speed of...

Polly Allcock, 12 Aug 2022 12:48

A new tuning kit gives the Mercedes EQS a more athletic look and a longer range at higher speeds (Image: Brabus)

Mercedes EQS tuning kit by Brabus gives the luxury electric sedan a sportier exterior look and longer range

Brabus' lowering and various body modifications do not necessarily make the Mercedes EQS any faster, but supposedly, the tuning kit can improve the drag coefficient and thus the range of the electric sedan from Germany by a remark...

Enrico Frahn, 12 Aug 2022 02:10

Giga Berlin Model Y to land blade batteries (image: Tesla)

Tesla Model Y specs increasingly fragmented as new batches may have BYD's safer blade battery

After a richer set of airbags, new phosphate batteries and new colors, Tesla's Gigafactory in Berlin may start equipping its Model Y production with BYD's blade battery, too. BYD's superior battery technology that is safer and mor...

Daniel Zlatev, 11 Aug 2022 15:34

F-150 Lightning Colorado Gauntlet towing test (image: Ford)

2023 Ford F-150 Lightning prices increase up to US$8500 as CEO quips 'Take that, Elon Musk' on Cybertruck availability

Ford's Tesla-beating ambitions led to a 'Take that, Elon Musk' war cry by its CEO Jim Farley who boasted with the April release of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. That's way ahead of Tesla's scheduled mid-2023 Cybertruc...

Daniel Zlatev, 11 Aug 2022 14:05

Twitter sued Musk when the billionaire failed to complete his buyout of the social media giant. (Source: The Royal Society, edited)

Elon Musk sells US$6.9 billion worth of Tesla stock to prepare if "Twitter forces this deal"

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sold Tesla stock worth almost US$6.9 billion. The reason for the sale is to finance the Twitter deal if Musk losses the lawsuit. Following the announcement of the sale, Musk asserted that he is done selling...

Fawad Murtaza, 11 Aug 2022 08:05

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S outperformed the Tesla Model S Plaid by setting a new lap time record on the Nordschleife (Image: Porsche)

Porsche Taycan Turbo S dethrones the Tesla Model S Plaid on a legendary race track in Germany

Thanks to a new Germany-exclusive performance package, the Porsche Taycan Turbo S managed to beat the Tesla Model S Plaid's lap time on the infamous Nürburgring-Nordschleife by a respectable margin of two seconds.

Enrico Frahn, 10 Aug 2022 23:59

The HOVSCO HovBeta e-bike can reach speeds up to 28 mph (~45 kph). (Image source: HOVSCO)

HOVSCO HovBeta e-bike arrives with a 60-mile range and detachable battery torch

The HOVSCO HovBeta e-bike is now available to pre-order in the US. The bicycle has a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) and can assist you at speeds up to 20 mph (~32 mph). A detachable battery provides a range of 60 miles (~100 km) an...

Polly Allcock, 10 Aug 2022 12:27

The Schwinn Mendocino vintage-style electric bike has a 45 miles (~72 km) range. (Image source: Schwinn)

Schwinn Mendocino electric bike launches with rear-mounted 313 Wh battery

Schwinn has launched the Mendocino, a vintage-style electric bike with a step-through frame. The bicycle can assist you at speeds up to 20 mph (~32 mph) and the battery, mounted beneath the rear rack, provides a 45-mile (~72 km) r...

Polly Allcock, 10 Aug 2022 11:44

The Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T have faced off in a rather unusual competiton (Image: Tesla Raj)

Entertaining video shows tug of war between the Rivian R1T and the Ford F-150 Lightning

The rather amusing experiment involving the two heavyweights in the electric pickup truck segment has a clear winner, who obviously benefited from grippy off-road tires that were well-suited for the slippery grass on which the tug...

Enrico Frahn, 10 Aug 2022 00:49

The far-side airbag is for extra protection during side crashes (image: Tesla/Weibo)

Tesla Model Y in China now comes with extra airbag protection safety that the US factory version lacks

The promised upgrade of Tesla's sprawling Gigafactory in Shanghai has brought the first tangible Model Y improvement in the form of a new airbag. The Chinese-made Model Ys are now shipping with a new driver seat airbag aimed to pr...

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Aug 2022 15:46

The Model S Plaid is one of the cars using high-nickel batteries (image: Tesla)

Tesla's US$5 billion nickel supply deal won't reduce its reliance on China or advance its new EV tax credit eligibility

The US$5 billion deal for Indonesian nickel may not reduce Tesla's dependence on China in terms of battery materials supply, as two Chinese companies could be behind it. Tesla has been hedging its nickel bets for a while, though, ...

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Aug 2022 14:13

Owners of an older Tesla vehicle in China can now save some money on their upgrade to a new EV like the Tesla Model Y (Image: Tyler Casey)

Tesla's new loyalty program offers a 50% discount on the full self-driving package and free supercharging

The China-exclusive program rewards loyal customers who upgrade to a new EV model made by the American automaker. But instead of lowering the base price, these discounts include a more affordable FSD Autopilot upgrade as well as f...

Enrico Frahn, 09 Aug 2022 00:40

A used Model 3 now qualifies for tax credits but not a new one (image: Tesla)

First US$4,000 tax credit for used electric car purchase passes but new Teslas don't qualify for the larger $7,500 rebate

Lower-income or middle-class electric car buyers that are aiming for a used vehicle may benefit much easier from the unprecedented climate change bill tax credits that Senate just passed than new EV owners. The bill sets strict ba...

Daniel Zlatev, 08 Aug 2022 16:36

The Autopilot name is misleading, claims the DMV (image: Tesla)

Tesla facing dealer license suspension in California on 'deceptive' Autopilot name

Tesla must be ordered to pay damages to all those who suffered from the 'misleading' names of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving Capability features, demands the Californian DMV. It also wants Tesla's dealer license that expires ...

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Aug 2022 19:47

The ROSE MAYOR PLUS electric bike can assist you up to 140 km (~87 miles). (Image source: ROSE Bikes)

ROSE MAYOR PLUS e-bike has 140 km range with SUV models available

ROSE Bikes has launched the MAYOR PLUS, an e-bike available in trekking and SUV models. The series has a maximum assistance range of 140 km (~87 miles) thanks to a 740 Wh battery. A 750 W BOSCH motor delivers up to 85 Nm of torque...

Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2022 13:21

The Ride1Up CORE-5 electric bicycle model has been updated. (Image source: Ride1Up)

Ride1Up CORE-5 cheaper e-bike updated with longer range and 60 Lux headlight

Ride1Up has updated its cheaper electric bike model, the CORE-5. The battery energy has been increased to 12.8 Ah to improve the bicycle’s assistance range. Plus, a 60 Lux headlight has been fitted to the front of the vehicle. The...

Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2022 13:19

Toyota is offering a refund to bZ4X customers in the US following a recall earlier this year. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota bZ4X customers offered refund in US following recall

Customers in the US affected by a recall of the Toyota bZ4X electric SUV have been offered a refund. The offer was found in a letter to purchasers, uncovered by Electrek. Plus, the company continues to provide free loan cars and f...

Polly Allcock, 07 Aug 2022 11:42

The Tesla Model Y could soon snatch the title of the best-selling car in the world from the venerable Toyota Corolla (Image: Tesla)

Tesla Model Y projected to dethrone the Toyota Corolla as the best-selling car on the planet

Tesla's immensely popular electric SUV, which is now being produced in four Gigafactories across three continents, is expected to become the top-selling car in the entire world as its yearly sales numbers could exceed 1 million un...

Enrico Frahn, 05 Aug 2022 23:47

The US pricing for the Volkswagen ID.4 has been announced. (Image source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen 2023 ID.4 US pricing announced with cheaper 62 kWh model

Volkswagen has announced the US pricing for the 2023 ID.4 electric vehicle. The SUV will start from US$37,495, with a potential Federal tax credit of up to US$7,500. The company also announced a 62 kWh battery for a cheaper entry-...

Polly Allcock, 05 Aug 2022 20:52

Geometry teases its new car OS. (Source: Geometry via Weibo)

Geometry's next EV will run Huawei's HarmonyOS off the line

Geometry is a relatively new electric vehicle (EV) brand on the Chinese market. However, its next car will come with software made by a name much more familiar to its audience: Huawei. The two companies have struck an agreement to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2022 20:18

The Cybertruck will have to cost more (image: Tesla)

Tesla brags it's the most profitable car company while Elon Musk says Cybertruck price has to rise

Tesla is operating at the highest profit margins in the industry, its own shareholder meeting charts revealed, at close to 15%, followed by BMW and Mercedes. Nevertheless, Elon Musk said that Tesla will have to release the Cybertr...

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Aug 2022 15:20

The NIU SQi is an electric bicycle which looks like a motorbike. (Image source: NIU)

NIU SQi is an electric bike disguised as a motorcycle with 25 kph top speed

The NIU SQi, an electric bicycle, has launched in China. The vehicle has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph), legally making it an electric bike even though it looks very similar to a motorbike. The SQi has an assistance range of up t...

Polly Allcock, 05 Aug 2022 11:09

The UltraTRX 2022 E2-Terminator e-bike has a top speed of 40 mph (~64 kph). (Image source: UltraTRX)

UltraTRX 2022 E2-Terminator electric bicycle has 40 mph top speed and 200 Nm torque

UltraTRX will shortly begin an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the 2022 E2-Terminator e-bike. The bicycle has dual 1,450 W Bafang motors for a top speed of 40 mph (~64 kph) and up to 200 Nm of torque. A 2,640 Wh battery provid...

Polly Allcock, 05 Aug 2022 11:05

According to a test on the German autobahn, the Porsche Taycan Turbo Sport Turismo has a range of 80 miles at 160 mph (Image: Porsche)

Porsche Taycan Turbo Sport Turismo tested at autobahn speeds of up to 160 mph

The spacious station wagon variant of the high-performing Porsche Taycan appears to be well-suited for traveling at 160 mph, but as expected, the luxurious electric car loses much of its range at these ludicrous speeds on the Germ...

Enrico Frahn, 05 Aug 2022 00:05

Magnesium's conductivity hits solid-state battery application level (image: Tokyo University of Science)

Solid-state EV batteries without expensive lithium made possible by magnesium conductivity breakthrough

Making solid-state EV batteries without the rare and expensive lithium could become reality as Japanese scientists discover a viable alternative using magnesium ions. Magnesium is cheap and abundant and the long struggle to improv...

Daniel Zlatev, 04 Aug 2022 15:26

The Tesla Model S Plaid is now available to order again in Europe. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla Model S And Model X now available in Europe

The Tesla Model S Plaid and Model X Plaid electric vehicles are available to order in Europe again. Customers in countries such as the Netherlands, France and Italy can order the models with a €250 (~US$255) non-refundable deposit...

Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2022 14:54

A render picture released by Motor1 imagines the exterior of a possible e-tron model of the Audi A3 (Image: Audi)

Audi A3 e-tron render image illustrates the purported exterior design of the electric hatchback from Germany

Although the official reveal and subsequent launch of the all-electric Audi A3 e-tron is probably still a few years away, talented graphic designers have already created a beautiful render image that shows the possible design of t...

Enrico Frahn, 04 Aug 2022 00:14

The SPLACH Twin motor scooter has a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph). (Image source: SPLACH)

Budget SPLACH Twin motor scooter has hidden AirTag compartment

The SPLACH Twin dual motor scooter has reached the InDemand phase on Indiegogo. The e-scooter has an accessory that allows you to conceal an Apple AirTag on the vehicle, so you can easily track and locate it. The company describes...

Polly Allcock, 03 Aug 2022 17:00

Standard Model Y may score range improvement in 2023 (image: Tesla)

Tesla Model Y first in line for CATL's superior M3P phosphate battery with longer range

The mysterious new Tesla order to the world's largest electric vehicle battery manufacturer CATL turned out to be not of its novel Kirin batteries, but of LFP packs. Not your regular LFP battery, though, rather a greatly improved ...

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Aug 2022 16:58

Porsche will begin producing electric bicycle motors, batteries and connectivity software. (Image source: Porsche)

Porsche announces electric bicycle motors for new models

Porsche has announced that it plans to develop electric bicycle motors, batteries and connectivity software. The company claims that the engines will be powerful, with plans to use them in upcoming e-bike models. Porsche has recen...

Polly Allcock, 03 Aug 2022 13:04

ONEBOT S2 foldable electric bicycle weighs 39 lbs (~18 kg). (Image source: ONEBOT)

ONEBOT S2 folding lightweight electric bike is now crowdfunding

The ONEBOT S2 folding electric bike is currently crowdfunding on Indiegogo. The bicycle has a magnesium-alloy frame and weighs 39 lbs (~18 kg). A 250 W motor allows you to accelerate from 0 to 16 mph (~25 kph) in 3.2 seconds, with...

Polly Allcock, 03 Aug 2022 11:28

The lightest Pivot Shuttle SL electric mountain bike weighs 36.3 lbs (~16.4 kg). (Image source: Pivot)

Pivot Shuttle SL 16.4 kg electric mountain bike now available

The Pivot Shuttle SL is a lightweight electric mountain bike, with the lightest model weighing just 36.3 lbs (~16.4 kg). The lightness is achieved with a proprietary carbon fiber frame and a superlight drive system. A FAZUA motor ...

Polly Allcock, 03 Aug 2022 11:23

The new Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger won't be available with traditional internal combustion engines like the legendary V8 Hemi (Image: Dodge)

New Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger will be all-electric as the American automaker ditches the beloved V8 Hemi

The next generation of the popular Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger will exclusively rely on all-electric drivetrains, which may be a tough swallow for muscle car fans from around the world who love the unique rumbling sound of ...

Enrico Frahn, 02 Aug 2022 23:28

The originally white Jaguar I-Pace was barely recognizable after the fire (Image: Gonzalo Salazar)

Jaguar I-Pace burns down after charging overnight in another scary EV fire incident

The brave owner of the British luxury car managed to remove the heavily smoking EV from his garage in order to protect his house from the flames. Purportedly, this is the fourth Jaguar I-Pace that has caught fire under these kind ...

Enrico Frahn, 02 Aug 2022 22:23

A small number of BMW i4 and iX EVs are being recalled for defective batteries. (Image Source: BMW)

BMW recalls small number of i4 and iX electric vehicles over concerns of battery fires

BMW North America is recalling a small number of i4 sedans and iX SUVs over potential concerns of battery fires. The company said that it is proactively reaching out to affected customers and has advised them not to charge or driv...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Aug 2022 16:32

First Firefly sedan to cost 1/4 of the ET5's price (image: NIO)

NIO to take on Honda with a cheap electric car brand whose first EV will be priced under US$15,000

Honda's quest to take over the budget side of the electric vehicle revolution may soon meet a competitor with more experience in EV making. NIO is preparing to unleash a new EV brand with the codename Firefly in order to compete i...

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Aug 2022 14:21

The Fiat 500e saw the greatest volume of car registrations in Western Europe in Q2. (Image source: Fiat)

Fiat 500e is most registered BEV in Western Europe above Tesla Model 3

In Q2 this year, the Fiat 500e was the most registered new vehicle in Western Europe. According to a report by Matthias Schmidt, this was the first time since Q4 2020 that the Tesla Model 3 did not top the list. The Tesla Model 3 ...

Polly Allcock, 02 Aug 2022 11:29

The Mycle Charge fat tyre e-bike has up to 65 km (~40 miles) range. (Image source: Mycle)

Mycle Charge fat tyre folding e-bike launches with up to 65 km range

The Mycle Charge fat tyre e-bike is now available in the UK. The folding bicycle has up to 65 km (~40 miles) range, the most significant distance of any collapsible pedelec from the brand. The vehicle has a speed of 25 kph (~16 mp...

Polly Allcock, 01 Aug 2022 18:02

EV makers can already order a 350 Wh/kg solid-state battery (image: Ganfeng)

Elon Musk says lithium refiners 'print money' as the largest producer breaks ground on a huge solid-state battery factory

Tesla's Elon Musk urged lithium producers to become refiners as well, since the lucrative niche is currently 'a license to print money.' The world's largest refiner Ganfeng Lithium heard the call and just announced the biggest sol...

Daniel Zlatev, 01 Aug 2022 16:16

A Taraborrelli-designed concept car. (Source: Lamborghini)

Apple reportedly taps veteran Lamborghini talent for its own Car project

Whether Apple is truly on track to launch its first ever Car in the next few years or not is a hotly-debated topic in the tech space. Nevertheless, the OEM has allegedly made a potentially crucial addition to its growing automotiv...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Aug 2022 13:10

Tesla's self-driving feature had nothing to do with this crash (image: CNEVPost)

Drunk Tesla driver tries to use the old Autopilot excuse after crashing into a pole

While Tesla's automated driving feature is facing scrutiny by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk drivers are going too far by blaming it for accidents of their own making. One Tesla owner used precisely that...

Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jul 2022 20:22

A Model S 90 kWh battery was virtually restricted to 60 kWh capacity (image: Tesla)

Tesla waived its full Model S battery range unlock fee, but BMW's heated seats subscription is staying

Both BMW and Tesla got in hot water recently by introducing pay-to-play restrictions for their vehicles. BMW wants to sell heated seats in a subscription model, while Tesla restricted access to the full battery capacity of a Model...

Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jul 2022 10:59

The electric Mecedes EQE SUV is set to fill the gap between the EQC and the Tesla Model X competitor EQS, which can be seen in this picture (Image: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes engineers get caught driving a new EQE SUV prototype, then claim to work for Tesla to avert suspicion

The rather creative excuse of two Mercedes employees who claimed to work for Tesla when they accidentally got stuck on a California beach didn't convince the good Samaritans who came to their rescue of the stranded prototype of th...

Enrico Frahn, 30 Jul 2022 02:39

The rear of an electric BMW 3 Series caught fire during a test drive near the Chinese city of Zhengzhou (Image: CnEVPost)

Video shows electric BMW 3 Series catching fire during a test drive in China

The startled driver of the China-exclusive BMW i3 had to pull over and leave the car as smoke started to enter the cabin. Fortunately, the small fire did not spread too quickly as the battery wasn't the cause of this unfortunate i...

Enrico Frahn, 30 Jul 2022 01:24

General Motors will launch EVs from its American brands in Europe. (Image source: Cadillac)

General Motors plans to launch EVs from brands like Cadillac and Chevrolet in Europe

The President & Managing Director of General Motors Europe has provided details about the company's plans to offer EVs on the continent. In an interview with Autocar, Samara said that high demand in Europe had prompted the move. G...

Polly Allcock, 29 Jul 2022 17:13

LG Energy Solutions will build an LFP battery factory (image: LG)

LG to enter the LFP battery production competition with a dedicated factory

More than half of the new Tesla cars shipped are now using lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and LG is positioning itself for a play in the North American supply chain by building a new factory in Nanjing. Slated to become op...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Jul 2022 16:19

Xiaomi illustrates its car-making dreams. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi first-gen electric vehicle launch potentially delayed as the OEM gets red-flagged by Chinese authorities

Xiaomi's very public dream of being a company that makes electric vehicles (EVs) as well as most popular consumer devices and gadgets has reportedly lost its initial momentum as of late. The current breakneck speed of the Chinese ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2022 16:19

The Model 3 competitor Seal has officially launched (image: BYD/YouTube)

Tesla Model 3's formidable competitor BYD Seal released at much lower starting price

Slated for a release in August, the new BYD Seal models are larger than the Model 3 and come with cell-to-chassis blade battery packs that offer longer range and better collision safety than Tesla's electric car. Above all, the BY...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Jul 2022 14:54

Best Buy is offering US$300 off the Segway Ninebot MAX G30LP e-scooter. (Image source: Best Buy)

Deal | Segway Ninebot MAX G30LP e-scooter now US$300 off at Best Buy

The Segway Ninebot MAX G30LP e-scooter is currently discounted by US$300 at Best Buy in the US. The vehicle has up to 25 miles (~40 km) range with regenerative braking technology. You can reach a top speed of 18.6 mph (~29.9 kph) ...

Polly Allcock, 29 Jul 2022 14:33

The ET7 has a 150 kWh battery version that covers 620+ miles on a charge (image: NIO)

First semi-solid-state 360 Wh/kg battery batch for the 620-mile range NIO ET7 proves surprisingly affordable to make

Since the new 150 kWh battery with solid-state electrolyte use existing manufacturing tools, their maker WeLion has revealed that the packs didn't cost much more to manufacture than current liquid EV batteries. This means that mas...

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Jul 2022 13:00