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The MINI Aceman concept EV uses projectors to cast the instrument cluster onto the dashboard. (Image source: MINI)

MINI Aceman concept EV uses built-in projectors with OLED display and wireless charging

The MINI Aceman concept EV has been unveiled, with a production version due to launch in 2024. The car has unusual features, such as projecting images onto the dashboard, including the instrument cluster. Infotainment is displayed...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jul 2022 19:38

The Ca Go Bike FS200 Vario can support up to 70 kg (~154 lbs) of cargo. (Image source: Ca Go Bike)

Ca Go Bike FS200 Vario adaptable e-cargo bike has 370 L loading area

The Ca Go Bike FS200 Vario is a new convertible e-cargo bike. The vehicle has a 370 L loading area and can support a cargo payload of 70 kg (~154 lbs). Various carrying options are available, including cross-bars, soft weatherproo...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jul 2022 14:43

The 2023 Trek Dual Sport+ e-bike has a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph). (Image source: Trek)

Trek Dual Sport+ hybrid e-bike launches as cheaper model with 35-mile range

The 2023 Trek Dual Sport+ e-bike series has been unveiled. The pedelec will retail for US$2,399, making it one of the brand's cheaper electric models. A hub-drive motor can assist you at speeds up to 20 mph (~32 kph), and a 250 Wh...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jul 2022 14:04

The Fantic ISSIMO 45 s-pedelec has a top speed of 40 kph (~25 mph). (Image source: Fantic)

Fantic ISSIMO 45 s-pedelec arrives with 40 kph top speed and 50 km range

The Fantic ISSIMO 45 s-pedelec has been launched, with a 500 W Bafang M600 motor delivering a top speed of 40 kph (~25 mph). The vehicle has various speed modes and can be ridden without the motor, with pedal assist or as a scoote...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jul 2022 13:50

Audi will soon expand its growing EV lineup with the Q6 e-tron (Image: Sara Kurfeß)

Audi Q6 e-tron: Camouflaged prototype of the upcoming electric SUV appears in new spy shots

These latest prototype pictures of the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron show that the German automaker’s upcoming electric SUV looks quite similar its smaller sister model. Although the exterior design is no big surprise, most differences...

Enrico Frahn, 28 Jul 2022 01:43

The Arcimoto e-trike is expected to launch later this year. (Image source: Arcimoto)

Arcimoto Mean Lean Machine e-trike latest prototype unveiled with expected 200-mile range

The fourth generation prototype of the Arcimoto Mean Lean Machine electric trike has been revealed. The new model, the Cybertrike, features improved suspension and carbon fibre wheels. The company is planning to launch the vehicle...

Polly Allcock, 27 Jul 2022 20:24

The Buxus Eva-S model has a top speed of 38 mph (~61 kph). (Image source: Buxus)

Buxus Eva motorcycle style e-bike has 38 mph top speed from 1,000 W motor

The Buxus Eva and Buxus Eva-S e-bikes have been unveiled. Both vehicles have a design similar to a motorcycle, with a dual suspension system to suit various terrains. The Eva model has a top speed of 30 mph (~48 kph), while the Ev...

Polly Allcock, 27 Jul 2022 20:21

The Volkswagen ID.4 is now being produced in the US. (Image source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen ID.4 production starts in United States

Volkswagen has announced that it is now producing the all-electric ID.4 in the US. The EV will be manufactured in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with VW aiming to build 7,000 units per month at the site by the end of the year. Two 82 kWh...

Polly Allcock, 27 Jul 2022 18:34

Test required to use Navigation Guided Pilot (image: XPeng/YouTube)

Small-eyed electric car drivers suffer safety score deductions as NIO sets up working group to study the issue

Driver Monitoring Systems have turned from a nuisance for people with smaller eyes to a long-term problem as far as their safety driving scores are concerned. The systems keep counting their specific eye shapes as distracted drivi...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2022 15:59

Tesla's Full Self-Driving mode in action (image: Fabian Luque/YouTube)

Sudden car door opening is no match for Tesla's Full Self-Driving Beta mode reactions now

A few random examples of the new Tesla FSD Beta software editions catching surprise openings of random car doors on its way have emerged. Tesla's Full Self-Driving Mode reacted accordingly and was caught on camera detecting the ne...

Daniel Zlatev, 27 Jul 2022 10:41

The Gazelle Avignon C380 HMB LTD e-bike has up to 155 km (~96 miles) range. (Image source: Gazelle)

Gazelle Avignon C380 HMB LTD comfortable electric bicycle has up to 155 km range

The Gazelle Avignon C380 HMB LTD is a new comfortable e-bike with extra wide tires. The pedelec has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and up to 155 km (~96 miles) of assisted range when ridden in Eco mode. The award-winning bicycle ...

Polly Allcock, 26 Jul 2022 14:32

The new Deep Crimson Model Y paint goes through validation (image: Tobias Lindh)

First new Tesla car colors may be Deep Crimson Multicoat and Mercury Silver Metallic as per fresh Model Y sighting

Elon Musk promised state-of-the-art car painting facility at the new Gigafactory in Berlin that will be able to churn out Teslas in different colors than the tired five hues the company has been offering for a while. A Deep Crimso...

Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jul 2022 13:49

The Ridgeback Errand e-bike has 20-in x 2-in wide tires. (Image source: Ridgeback)

Ridgeback Errand e-bike arrives with 20-in wheels and front rack

The Ridgeback Errand city electric bike has been launched. The vehicle has wide 20-in tires providing a comfortable ride and a more petite frame to keep the bicycle manoeuvrable. The pedelec is fitted with a 250 W Promovec motor a...

Polly Allcock, 26 Jul 2022 13:18

According to these unofficial render pictures, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 would look great as a wagon (Image: Kolesa)

Gorgeous render images envision the Hyundai Ioniq 6 as a spacious electric station wagon

Although most electric car manufacturers nowadays prioritize the popular SUVs segment as well as the more efficient sedan body style, a group of talented graphic designers has now transformed the Hyundai Ioniq 6 into a full-grown ...

Enrico Frahn, 25 Jul 2022 22:25

The Shell RIDE SR-5B has a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph). (Image source: Shell RIDE)

Shell RIDE SR-5B e-bike has top speed of 28 mph and 50-mile range

The Shell RIDE SR-5B e-bike is coming soon, with a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) thanks to a 500 W motor. A 48 V battery provides up to 50 miles (~80 km) of range. The electric bicycle has comfort features, including 27.5-in fat t...

Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 12:58

The NIO-Sinopec partnership combines battery swaps and EV charging at gas stations (image: NIO/YouTube)

Beijing will use existing gas stations as EV charging and battery swap centers with energy storage abilities

The current gas station infrastructure in China will be gradually retrofitted to serve electric vehicles as well by 2025, according to the Beijing Municipal Commission of Urban Management's power development plan released last wee...

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jul 2022 12:49

A DIY solar-powered e-bike can support payloads up to 350 lbs (~159 kg). (Image source: Electrek)

DIY solar-powered e-bike uses 1,500 W controller and 50 W solar panel

A DIY solar-powered e-bike has been demonstrated by an Electrek reader. The pedelec uses the Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4 electric cargo bike as a base, with an upgraded 1,500 W controller. A 50 W solar panel allows the battery, whi...

Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 11:18

Magic Dock Superchargers will soon top up other EVs (image: Tesla)

Tesla will open its Supercharger network for other electric cars in 2022 to tap billions in government subsidies with Magic Docks

Tesla has supercharged its government EV charging network subsidy application efforts, already winning millions in a California grant for rural Supercharger infrastructure expansion. The culmination of its efforts to get in on the...

Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jul 2022 10:05

The Tesla Model Y base model can be ordered for a list price of at least US$65,990 (Image: Tesla)

Elon Musk: Prices for the Model Y and other Tesla vehicles are "frankly at embarrassing levels"

The prices of EVs made by the Texas-based automaker have risen sharply due to the rampant inflation, and they have now hit an embarrassingly high level according to its CEO. Musk therefore hopes that a waning inflation towards the...

Enrico Frahn, 24 Jul 2022 20:33

The Stromer ST7 has a Pinion electronic shifting system and a top speed of 45 kph (~28 mph). (Image source: Stromer)

Stromer ST7 s-pedelec has electronic shifting system and 260 km range

The Stromer ST7 is a speed pedelec with a Pinion electronic shifting system for fast paddle-activated gear changes. The e-bike has a top speed of 45 kph (~28 mph) and up to 260 km (~160 miles) range. You can use Bluetooth to conne...

Polly Allcock, 24 Jul 2022 20:10

The VELLO Bike+ Titanium has a theoretically infinite range thanks to self-charging technology. (Image source: VELLO)

VELLO Bike+ Titanium ultra-lightweight e-bike weighs 9.9 kg with theoretically infinite range

The VELLO Bike+ Titanium is an ultra-lightweight e-bike, weighing just 9.9 kg (~21.8 lbs). The pedelec’s standard model has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph), which increases to 40 kph (~25 mph) with a Schlumpf motor. Through self-c...

Polly Allcock, 24 Jul 2022 20:07

The BMW iX xDrive50 has received much praise for its 377 miles of real-world range in a recent review (Image: BMW)

BMW iX xDrive50 pummels the Tesla Model X in a real-world range test

With an impressive range of 377 miles per charge in Edmund's real-world range test, the BMW iX xDrive50 easily surpassed its official EPA range and also bested the popular Tesla Model X by a quite significant margin.

Enrico Frahn, 24 Jul 2022 02:01

The Alpine A110 E-ternité prototype has a top speed of 155 mph (~249 kph). (Image source: Alpine)

Alpine A110 E-ternité prototype EV revealed as convertible with 155 mph top speed

A prototype for the electric Alpine A110 E-ternité was unveiled on the 60th anniversary of the original car. The EV is a convertible with a removable roof, but it is otherwise very similar to the latest production model. The E-ter...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2022 11:42

The Cadillac Celestiq will feature Ultra Cruise driver assistance technology. (Image source: Cadillac)

Cadillac Celestiq EV revealed with Ultra Cruise and Smart Glass roof as rumors suggest it will cost US$300,000

A concept version of the Cadillac Celestiq has been unveiled. The all-electric sedan boasts a range of unusual features, such as a Smart Glass Roof with the ability to have its transparency altered. Ultra Cruise technology will pr...

Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2022 11:36

First Amazon electric delivery trucks hit the roads (image: Rivian)

Rivian electric trucks start serving last-mile Amazon deliveries

The first electric trucks that Amazon ordered 100,000 of to Rivian have started making daily deliveries in cities across the US, announced the automaker. Amazon had to swallow a loss on its initial Rivian investment, but the other...

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jul 2022 16:23

The Cybertruck aerodynamics beat Ford F-150 Lightning, but not the R1T (image: Aleix Lázaro/Numeric Systems)

Tesla Cybertruck aerodynamics simulation returns much worse drag coefficient than the Rivian R1T

Despite its edgy angular design, the aerodynamics of the upcoming Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup are sitting somewhere between its Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning direct competitors. Rivian's unsurpassed R1T drag coefficient...

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jul 2022 15:43

The Shell RIDE SR-5S e-scooter has a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph). (Image source: Shell RIDE)

Shell RIDE new electric scooters and bikes to join SR-5S e-scooter with 20 mph top speed

Shell has revealed that it will shortly release two new e-scooters and a range of e-bikes, to join the SR-5S e-scooter. The SR-5S is the first e-mobility product from the brand, with a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 20 mi...

Polly Allcock, 22 Jul 2022 14:42

Tesla's dedicated lane crossing on the Mexican side (image: Corporation for the Development of the Border Zone of Nuevo León/Bloomberg)

Tesla's private Texas border crossing lane is for part suppliers rather than its electric car owners

Despite speculation to the contrary, the exclusive Tesla lane on the Nuevo Leon-Texas border crossing is not for Tesla car owners to be able to go through the border formalities quicker than other drivers. It's been established by...

Daniel Zlatev, 22 Jul 2022 14:09

The Swytch eBike Conversion Kit can turn your regular bike into a pedelec. (Image source: Swytch)

Swytch eBike Conversion Kit is a lightweight device with a top speed of 32 kph

The Swytch eBike Conversion Kits have been shown at Eurobike 2022. Universal and Brompton-specific versions are available, turning your regular bike into a pedelec with a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) or 32 kph (~20 mph). The batt...

Polly Allcock, 22 Jul 2022 10:47

The LEMO ONE E+BIKE comes with a detachable Smartpac that houses the battery and other devices. (Image source: LEMO)

LEMO ONE E+BIKE unveiled with detachable Smartpac and fast-charging abilities

The LEMO ONE E+BIKE was revealed at Eurobike 2022. The pedelec has a detachable Smartpac, which houses the Li-ion battery, providing up to 100 km (~62 miles) range with 2-hour fast charging abilities. The Smartpac also has USB-A a...

Polly Allcock, 22 Jul 2022 10:39

This Model 3 accident is an apt illustration of Tesla's Q2 production crash (image: SDFD)

Giga Shanghai behind the Bitcoin fire sale at Tesla as profit margins shrink despite 'embarrassing' car prices

Elon Musk is cautiously optimistic that Tesla can claw back its 'embarrassing' price increases in the last few months, provided that inflation is brought under control. Tesla sold the majority of its Bitcoin holding in order to st...

Daniel Zlatev, 21 Jul 2022 13:01

The Layer Design Pendler has a range of modular accessories such as a phone mount. (Image source: Layer Design)

Layer Design Pendler unusual concept e-bike unveiled with modular accessories

The Layer Design Pendler concept e-bike has been revealed. The pedelec comes with a range of modular accessories, including front and rear luggage racks and a handlebar-mounted phone holder. The bike is also fitted with front, rea...

Polly Allcock, 21 Jul 2022 11:29

The MV Agusta Lucky Explorer Project E-Gravel bike weighs 13.4 kg (~29.5 lbs). (Image source: MV Agusta)

MV Agusta Lucky Explorer Project E-Enduro and lightweight E-Gravel e-bikes revealed with up to 140 km range

Italian motorcycle brand MV Agusta has unveiled two new Lucky Explorer Project e-bikes, the E-Enduro and the E-Gravel. The E-Gravel bike weighs 13.4 kg (~29.5 lbs) and has a range of 140 km (~87 miles). The E-Enduro has user-frien...

Polly Allcock, 21 Jul 2022 11:23

Hyundai is officially working on a small electric car, which will supposedly cost half as much as the Ioniq 5 (Image: Hyundai)

Hyundai unveils plans for an affordable electric car that costs half the price of the Ioniq 5

With an anticipated base price of around €20,000, Hyundai's small electric car is supposed to entice budget-conscious EV buyers in Europe who cannot afford the popular but also considerably more expensive Hyundai Ioniq 5.

Enrico Frahn, 20 Jul 2022 22:03

Arcfox' alphaS is released as the first-gen Huawei Inside electric car

Arcfox has announced that it is finally ready to "deliver" its alphaS, the world's first car to ship with Huawei Inside, a full smart car solution from the eponymous hardware and software OEM. The solution is rated to run the vehi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2022 19:08

The 20Ah solid-state battery cell has passed all torture tests (image: Svolt)

Svolt unveils true solid-state EV battery with energy density that allows over 620 miles on a charge

The new solid-state battery contestant has been created with the challenging sulfide technology that has allowed Svolt to create both a solid electrolyte and separator. This resulted in an all-solid-state battery pack with up to 4...

Daniel Zlatev, 20 Jul 2022 16:36

The Trek Fuel EXe has a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 50 Nm of torque. (Image source: Trek)

Trek Fuel EXe electric mountain bike range launches with quiet motor for 50 Nm torque

Trek has launched a new e-mountain bike range, the Fuel EXe. The pedelec has a quiet motor, with a top speed of 20 mph (~32 kph) and up to 50 Nm of torque. A 360 Wh battery can assist you for up to five hours, and you can buy an o...

Polly Allcock, 20 Jul 2022 16:23

The Noordung e-bike has air pollution sensors, Bluetooth speakers and a power bank. (Image source: Noordung)

Noordung e-bike revealed with air pollution sensors, Bluetooth speakers and power bank

The Noordung e-bike has been unveiled at Eurobike 2022 with a host of unusual features. The pedelec features a Boombox, which includes air pollution sensors, Bluetooth speakers and a power bank. The Noordung weighs 17.3 kg (~38.1 ...

Polly Allcock, 20 Jul 2022 13:30

The Kia EV9 has been spotted road testing in Europe.

Kia EV9 electric SUV spotted road testing ahead of 2023 launch

The Kia EV9 all-electric SUV has been spotted testing on European roads. Spy images of the vehicle suggest the design is similar to the original concept, though some features have likely been axed. The EV will launch in the UK, Eu...

Polly Allcock, 20 Jul 2022 10:34

The base electric Chevy Blazer costs just US$44,995 (image: Chevrolet)

First electric Chevy Blazer unveiled with sub-US$45,000 price and up to 320-mile range to take on the Model Y

After the expensive Chevy Silverado electric pickup, General Motors plans to release a more affordable EV SUV with the 2024 Chevy Blazer that will start from just US$47,595 next year and will have an even cheaper version in 2024. ...

Daniel Zlatev, 19 Jul 2022 14:32

Tesla wants to boost Australia's lithium production (image: own)

Tesla pegs Australia as key to solving the electric car battery production crunch

Speaking at the Australian Clean Energy Summit, the current Tesla Inc. Chair Robyn Denholm advised that there is no technology whose development is more important than batteries. In order 'to meet the challenge of climate change t...

Daniel Zlatev, 19 Jul 2022 12:40

Even frequent drivers of electric cars like the Tesla Model X can expect a long lifespan of 200,000 miles or more (Image: Jorgen Hendriksen)

YouTuber illustrates the longevity of a Tesla Model X with more than 200,000 miles

Despite the comparatively high mileage and the owner’s frequent use of Superchargers, the 2017 Tesla Model X 100D only lost about 10% of its original battery capacity, which once again proves that electric cars and their energy st...

Enrico Frahn, 19 Jul 2022 02:00

The Porsche Cayenne seen in this picture may soon be surpassed by a new electric SUV made by the German sports car maker (Image: Ivan Kazlouskij)

Porsche is working on a new electric flagship SUV that will be more luxurious than the Porsche Cayenne

The German automaker’s new electric SUV won’t necessarily replace the venerable Porsche Cayenne, but it will be more luxurious and probably also more expensive than the current top-of-the-line sports utility vehicle.

Enrico Frahn, 19 Jul 2022 01:30

Model X and Model Y at Mt Everest base camp (image: Tesla)

Tesla Model Y hits 17,000 feet at Everest base camp averaging 160 miles per charge

Engaging Camp Mode at remote locations and able to find Superchargers all along the grueling route, two Tesla drivers managed to reach Mount Everest base camp on the Tibetan side without issues. The Model Y and Model X climbed the...

Daniel Zlatev, 18 Jul 2022 16:58

Some "Xiaomi Car" renders. (Source: MyDrivers)

Xiaomi Automotive will demo its first-ever prototype by the end of August 2022

Xiaomi Automotive is one of the OEM's latest divisions, and has been backed to reveal its inaugural prototype some time in the third quarter of 2022. Now, the latest leak on the subject purports to confirm that this event will tak...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jul 2022 16:18

Court orders Tesla to refund the price of a Model X over random Autopilot braking

Despite that a Model X driver was using the Autopilot against Tesla's guidelines, a court in Europe has ordered the company to refund them most of the price of the US$112,885 electric SUV. She reported random braking while driving...

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Jul 2022 14:16

US prices for the highly anticipated electric performance SUV Polestar 3 will likely start at around US$75,000 (Image: Polestar)

Polestar 3: CEO reveals price of the electric Porsche Cayenne competitor from Sweden

As expected, the all-electric performance SUV and Porsche Cayenne competitor will be anything but affordable. According to the automaker's CEO, the price of the top-of-the-line Polestar 3 will most likely exceed the US$100,000 thr...

Enrico Frahn, 16 Jul 2022 21:18

The Vanpowers City Vanture e-bike has an assembled lightweight frame. (Image source: Vanpowers)

Vanpowers City Vanture e-bike unveiled weighing 15.5 kg with assembled frame

Vanpowers has launched a new e-bike, the City Vanture. The bike has an assembled frame, which the company claims is a world first for an e-bike. The pedelec weighs 34 lbs (~15.5 kg) thanks to the aluminum frame. You can ride for u...

Polly Allcock, 16 Jul 2022 12:34

The Hyundai N Vision 74 is a hybrid sports car with a regular EV battery and a hydrogen fuel cell (Image: Hyundai)

Hyundai shows off an edgy hybrid sports car with 670 horsepower and a polarizing retro design

Hyundai’s new hybrid concept car called the "N Vision 74" is equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell as well as a regular EV battery, and its exterior is supposed to pay an homage to a similarly designed pony car from the 1970s. Its hi...

Enrico Frahn, 16 Jul 2022 00:29

The regular Porsche Macan seen in this picture may soon get an all-electric model variant (Image: Porsche)

All-electric Porsche Macan prototype once again spotted on a test drive in Austria

Despite the somewhat annoying camouflage, these latest pictures of the electric Porsche Macan prototype allow another look at the potential exterior design of the sporty SUV from Germany.

Enrico Frahn, 15 Jul 2022 23:45