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The LUCIIDA e-bike kit contains a motorized wheel and handlebar-mounted LCD. (Image source: LUCIIDA)

LUCIIDA motorized wheel e-bike conversion kit is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the LUCIIDA motorized wheel conversion kit is underway. The kit includes a rear wheel with an integrated 250 W motor and an LCD screen. The motor provides a top speed of 32 kph (~20 mph), an...
Polly Allcock, 16 Feb 2023 12:49
The F-150 Lightning workhorse (image: Ford)

F-150 Lightning self-immolation behind production halt as Ford identifies the battery fire cause

An F-150 Lightning that caught on fire while sitting in a quality control holding lot was the reason Ford suspended the electric pickup truck's production earlier. A Ford spokesperson confirmed the fire incident and said the compa...
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Feb 2023 11:59
Electric VW at a Tesla Supercharger station in Europe (image: OfficialQzf/Reddit)

Tesla chargers will unlock to other EVs in US government push for 100,000 public charging stations

The White House's pressure on Tesla and Elon Musk in particular to unlock its charging network for other electric vehicles has worked, it seems, as it just announced that Tesla will have at least 7,500 of its piles made accessible...
Daniel Zlatev, 15 Feb 2023 18:13
Since last year, the Tesla Model Y is also built in Germany (Image: Tesla)

Impressive videos showcase Tesla's Model Y production in Germany

The short video clips shared on Twitter give an intriguing insight into the manufacturing process of the Tesla Model Y at the Gigafactory Berlin, which is where more than 1,000 employees and numerous gigantic machines build the so...
Enrico Frahn, 14 Feb 2023 23:32
Tesla Supercharger maintenance crew (image: Grinolam/Reddit)

Rising EV charging failure rates now 1 in 5 as broken chargers and glitches abound

At the worst period for charging reliability last year, nearly 40% of EV charging attempts across the US resulted in failure says a new study, while the number for the whole of 2022 was 20%, up from 15% in 2021. On the whole, one ...
Daniel Zlatev, 14 Feb 2023 18:01
Cheaper LFP batteries will be licensed from CATL (image: Ford)

Ford licenses Tesla's standard range EV battery tech to nab made-in-America federal subsidies

Ford is looking to make electric vehicles cheaper by using the more affordable LFP battery chemistry that Tesla equips its standard-range Model 3 and Model Y with, but will build the cells itself in a new factory in Michigan. This...
Daniel Zlatev, 14 Feb 2023 10:44
The 2023 Lexus RZ 450e electric SUV (image: Toyota)

Toyota announces electric car pivot with Lexus in the lead as Sandy Munro says it can catch up to Tesla

The new CEO of Toyota Koji Sato announced its management team today and revealed that the future of the company hinges on electrification, interactive cars, and localized options. The first vehicles with the new purely electric pl...
Daniel Zlatev, 13 Feb 2023 14:41
The 1500 REV looks rather pedestrian (image: Ram)

Retail Ram 1500 electric pickup flaunts none of the futuristic Revolution EV concept features

The craziest feature of the pre-production Ram 1500 REV electric pickup that was unveiled with a Super Bowl ad seems to be the frunk. While that was part of the concept Ram 1500 Revolution teased not long ago, none of the other fu...
Daniel Zlatev, 13 Feb 2023 10:50
Super Bowl attack ad to feature a Model 3 running amok (image: Dawn Project/YouTube)

Tesla piggybacks on Super Bowl EV advertising as first FSD attack ad prepares to air

Sales of Tesla vehicles peak right after its rivals air their Super Bowl ads extolling the virtues of electric cars, even though Tesla never advertises on its own. At Sunday's Super Bowl, however, longtime Tesla critic Dan O'Dowd ...
Daniel Zlatev, 12 Feb 2023 17:07
The ET5 sedan (image: NIO)

Semi-solid state 150kWh battery priced as the whole EV so NIO may rent it out for long-range trips

NIO's ET5 electric sedan costs about US$38,000 when the battery is leased, and the upcoming 150 kWh battery pack with solid-state electrolyte that NIO developed together with WeLion is almost as expensive as the whole car. That is...
Daniel Zlatev, 12 Feb 2023 15:05
Electric VW at a Tesla Supercharger station in Europe (image: OfficialQzf/Reddit)

White House adviser John Podesta tried to coax Elon Musk into opening all Superchargers but Tesla was noncommittal

When the US government unveils the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program's subsidy requirements next week, Tesla will be left out of its US$7.5 billion budget if other electric vehicles can't use its Superchargers. Tesl...
Daniel Zlatev, 11 Feb 2023 19:42
Tesla owners report more issues than the industry average (image: Tesla)

Tesla car reliability lower than the average in a study debut as Lexus takes top spot

Tesla has made it into the storied J.D. Power vehicle reliability report for the first time, but the good news stops here. With 242 issues per hundred vehicles reported, it sits way above the industry average of 186 problems and c...
Daniel Zlatev, 10 Feb 2023 18:06
After the unsettling steering wheel defect, the affected Tesla Model Y will be replaced entirely (Image: Prerak Patel)

Model Y owner's steering wheel comes loose while driving, Tesla initially charges US$104 for repair

While the American EV maker is not particularly known for its build quality, it took about a week for Tesla to indirectly acknowledge the apparent manufacturing defect as it has now bought back the practically brand-new Model Y of...
Enrico Frahn, 08 Feb 2023 21:49
The ABEARL series goes live on Kickstarter. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel ABEARL P5000 and P5000 Pro portable power stations launch via Kickstarter

Oukitel has announced the release of its latest portable generators of the new ABEARL line. Its P5000 Pro variant features "huge capacity" 5,120 watt-hour (Wh) LiFePO4 batteries, an output of up to 8,000W and high-speed charging o...
Adv ertising, 08 Feb 2023 17:25
The Fremont plant celebrates its millionth 4680 cell (image: Tesla)

Biggest EV battery makers ranking reveals a new second place as Tesla suppliers LG and Panasonic drop

Installed battery capacity of electric vehicles sold last year reached half a terawatt-hour for the first time, and there is a reshuffle in the world's biggest EV battery makers ranking. CATL is still king, buoyed by the Model 3 a...
Daniel Zlatev, 08 Feb 2023 16:54
New test drive Model 3 with active Vision-only parking (image: NotTeslaApp)

Tesla Vision-only parking update without ultrasonic sensors nears release as detailed on a new Model 3

After finding the camera-based parking system for object detection active on older Tesla models equipped with ultrasonic sensors, now a new Model 3 without USS has been caught measuring close distances only with its camera kit. Th...
Daniel Zlatev, 08 Feb 2023 14:00
The Model Y 4680 battery may go down in price drastically (image: Tesla)

Tesla to make the cheapest EV batteries with billions in annual government subsidies

After mastering the EV production cost efficiency puzzle and raking in record profits per vehicle as a result, Tesla is best positioned to do the same for EV batteries, claim analysts. Its capital expenditures for manufacturing 46...
Daniel Zlatev, 07 Feb 2023 14:45
The Lightest ebike kit is now being mass-produced. (Image source: Lightest)

Lightest mid-engine 4 kg e-bike kit enters mass production phase

Bikee has announced that the Lightest ebike kit is now being produced at scale. The lightweight electric bicycle conversion kit can weigh as little as 4.0 kg (~8.8 lbs). Several versions are available, including an EU-compliant 25...
Polly Allcock, 06 Feb 2023 16:56
The Surf-Out concept may get a solid-state battery (image: Nissan)

Nissan teases solid-state EV battery with consistent 400kW charging rate for 2024 pilot

Some of Nissan's Max-Out, Surf-Out, or Chill-Out electric vehicle concepts may be powered by a true solid-state battery with no liquid electrolyte present developed in tandem with Oxford researchers. The automaker teased its pilot...
Daniel Zlatev, 06 Feb 2023 16:50
The Model 3 costs just US$33,600 to make and Tesla earns US$10,000 per car

Tesla vs Toyota, BYD, VW, and Ford profit margins get visualized as GM trails it four to one

A Tesla net income margin infographic hammers the point of its record profits home, as the second in line GM earns less than a quarter of what Tesla makes per car. Even with the recent price cuts, Tesla is likely to keep its recor...
Daniel Zlatev, 06 Feb 2023 13:50
Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter 3 in review: Proven e-scooter with two points of criticism

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter 3 in review: Proven e-scooter with two points of criticism

Not a marathon man. From the Xiaomi M365 to the Mi Electric Scooter 1s, Xiaomi's entry-level models were especially popular. Those who do not want to spend 750 Euros for an e-scooter will end up with the Mi Electric Scooter 3, among others. It is lighter than the Pro model but has a shorter range. Whether this is a serious issue or not is discussed in our detailed review.
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Christian Hintze, 05 Feb 2023 18:35
The Mississauga Supercharger queues (image: DriveTeslaCanada)

Long Tesla Supercharger lines after Arctic blast range drop spell the need for V3 stalls and a queue system

The big Supercharger queues formed by owners who found their Teslas' range drop by up to 40% in the cold snap raise a call for a dedicated Supercharger queue system. Tesla makes some of the most energy-efficient electric cars in t...
Daniel Zlatev, 05 Feb 2023 14:06
The Tesla Cybertruck prototype was spotted in Palo Alto, California, where it was being tested on public roads. (Image source: ftronz & Unsplash - edited)

Tesla Cybertruck spotted live on the streets with inspired side-view mirrors

The Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted being driven around the roads of California. The futuristic-looking vehicle appeared in some still images and in a short video clip. One of the most noticeable changes of this current variant ...
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Feb 2023 21:49
The Model Y is more expensive, again (image: Tesla)

New Model Y price increase lends credence to Tesla's tax credit claims

After cutting its price by the whopping 31% with federal subsidies, Tesla is now slowly raising the Model Y LR tag back up. The Treasury Department reclassified the 5-seater as an SUV for tax credit purposes on Friday, and Tesla i...
Daniel Zlatev, 04 Feb 2023 14:12
Model Y 7-seater now eligible for tax credit (image: Tesla)

5-seat Tesla Model Y now eligible for the new EV tax credit even for those who already bought

The Model Y 5-seater, as well as the Mustang Mach-E, Cadillac Lyriq, or Volkswagen ID.4, got reclassified as SUVs for the purpose of receiving the full US$7,500 new EV subsidy amount by the federal government. The Treasury said it...
Daniel Zlatev, 03 Feb 2023 19:33
The ADO Air folding electric bike will shortly begin crowdfunding on Indiegogo. (Image source: ADO)

ADO Air new ultra-light 16 kg folding e-bike will soon crowdfund

An Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the ADO Air ultra-light folding e-bike will soon launch. The bicycle can fold in half and weighs only 16 kg (~35.2 lbs). A 36 V battery provides up to 100 km (~62 miles) range on a single cha...
Polly Allcock, 03 Feb 2023 11:53
The Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT autonomous driving system has received SAE Level 3 certification in Nevada. (Image source: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT first certified Level 3 autonomy in US beating Tesla

The Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT autonomous driving system has become the first to receive SAE Level 3 certification in the US. The technology will be available in 2024 S-Class and EQS Sedan models, with approval currently only in Ne...
Polly Allcock, 02 Feb 2023 19:46
Model S eked out a winter range test record (image: Geir Olsen/Motor)

Winter EV range test pegs Tesla Model S a winner with Kia and SAIC just as efficient when cold

Electric vehicle models made by Kia and the Chinese SAIC where about as efficient in winter as Tesla, whose Model S won the cold weather driving range test. While Tesla's Model S covered the longest distance on a charge during tha...
Daniel Zlatev, 02 Feb 2023 16:02
Firefly sedan price will be a fraction of the ET5's tag (image: NIO)

NIO picks production sites for 2024 Tesla Model 2 competitors in the $15,000-$25,000 price range

Elon Musk recently said that Tesla's biggest competition will come from a Chinese automaker as they 'work hardest, smartest' and even before the affordable Model 2 is announced, NIO already has direct competitors in mind. NIO has ...
Daniel Zlatev, 31 Jan 2023 12:39
The 'MS11' is rumoured to be launching as the Xiaomi Modena. (Image source: Car News China)

Xiaomi MS11: Images of Xiaomi's first EV surface online

Alleged images of Xiaomi's inaugural EV have leaked. Tipped for a Q1 2024 launch, the Xiaomi is expected to arrive as the Modena, despite the images showing the device as the Xiaomi MS11.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2023 20:05
Sacramento firefighters dealing with the Model S combustion (image: Metro Fire Sacramento)

Combusting Model S battery put out with 20x the usual gallons of water as per Tesla's EV fire manual

Despite following Tesla's Model S first respondents manual to the letter, firefighters from the Sacramento Metropolitan District still had to put out its 'spontaneously' flaming battery with 20 times the amount of water needed for...
Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jan 2023 14:13
Volkswagen's upcoming ID.7 electric sedan (image: VW)

VW will sit out Tesla's EV price war

Volkswagen sees its main competitors in the electric vehicle market emerging from China, just as Elon Musk noted during the Q4 conference call with investors. VW won't participate in the EV price war that Tesla started, confirmed ...
Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jan 2023 11:29
Fiido's new range is on the way. (Source: Fiido)

Fiido confirms upcoming launch of Titan, M31 and C22 e-bikes

Fiido has announced that it will start 2023 by breaking into a number of brand-first e-bike and scooter types. The company has also revealed some more information on these new models, its new "heavy-duty" Titan flagship and M31 "E...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jan 2023 21:57
Model 3 on Autopilot (image: Tesla)

Federal inquiry targets Elon Musk's forward-looking claims on Autopilot capabilities

The veracity of Elon Musk's self-driving Tesla car statements is now being examined by the Security and Exchange Commission in a potentially criminal investigation. The SEC move comes hot on the heels of several other federal and ...
Daniel Zlatev, 28 Jan 2023 18:54
The 2024 Kia EV9 could have up to 290 miles (~467 km) range. (Image source: Kia)

Kia EV9 specs appear to leak in customer survey revealing up to 290-mile range

New details about the 2024 Kia EV9 electric vehicle appear to have been leaked in a customer survey. The report suggests that the EV would range from 220 to 290 miles (~354 and 467 km), depending on the trim level, with the price ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 16:14
The Ctrl-Bar is a physical button accessory which attaches to the central screen on a Tesla Model Y or Model 3. (Image source: Indiegogo)

Ctrl-Bar physical button accessory for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y is crowdfunding

The Ctrl-Bar is an accessory for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, bringing physical buttons to the electric vehicle. The gadget attaches to the bottom of the central screen, providing scroll wheel heating controls and four programmable ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jan 2023 13:32
Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro in review

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro in review: Does the top of the line scooter deliver what it promises?

Off to a good start... When looking for a high-quality scooter with road approval, you can hardly avoid Xiaomi at the moment. The manufacturer offers various models from different price categories. With the Electric Scooter 4 Pro, we test the top model from Xiaomi, which is supposed to excel with high performance and a long range.
Andrea Grüblinger, 27 Jan 2023 07:00
The 2024 Polestar 2 Long range Single motor model has up to 635 km (~395 miles) range. (Image source: Polestar)

2024 Polestar 2 EV unveiled with longer range of up to 635 km and new 220 kW motors

Polestar has revealed the 2024 Polestar 2 electric vehicle. Upgrades to the EV include a more extended range of up to 635 km (~395 miles) and more powerful 220 kW motors with 490 Nm of torque. A facelift brings the SmartZone to th...
Polly Allcock, 26 Jan 2023 18:32
Superchargers widen the EV fueling cost gap with gas vehicles (image: Tesla)

Real electric car charging costs creep back above the price to fuel gas vehicles

It now costs less to travel 100 miles in a legacy gas-powered vehicle from the midrange category than charge an electric car in the same price bracket. When accounting for the direct energy costs, a common ICE vehicle can be drive...
Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jan 2023 15:04
'Volume production' of the Cybertruck would only come in 2024 (image: Tesla)

Tesla Model 2 platform to be unveiled in March as mass Cybertruck production pegged for 2024

While Tesla made US$3.7 billion in Q4 and promised to make at least 1.8 million cars in 2023, Elon Musk warned that it could raise prices based on demand. Tesla also teased the cheaper Model 2 vehicle platform to be announced on M...
Daniel Zlatev, 26 Jan 2023 13:25
Is this Xiaomi's first car? (Source: Car News China)

Xiaomi Car: OEM responds to latest design leaks

Xiaomi's upcoming first-gen car is reportedly coming along in testing ahead of its upcoming launch. The vehicle has allegedly been spotted in some new leaks that have drawn comparisons between it and a certain Tesla vehicle. Howev...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jan 2023 22:49
Hyundai has applied for a "qualified manufacturer" subsidy status (image: Hyundai)

New EV tax credit ban proposed in the American Vehicle Security Act

If Senator Joe Manchin has his way with the newly proposed American Vehicle Security Act legislation, a lot of the electric vehicles that currently qualify for the US$7,500 of new EV tax credit will be left without subsidies. In i...
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jan 2023 15:47
The Aventon Aventure.2 electric bicycle has 1,130 W peak power. (Image source: Aventon)

Aventon Aventure.2 fat tire e-bike arrives with 1,130 W peak power and torque sensor

Aventon has launched the Aventure.2 electric bike in the US. The fat tire bicycle has up to 1,130 W power from a 750 W motor for a top assistance speed of 28 mph (~45 kph). Compared to the older model, the e-bike has a built-in to...
Polly Allcock, 25 Jan 2023 12:42
The sprawling Gigafactory in Nevada (image: Tesla)

Tesla adding 4680 battery capacity for 1.5 million EVs and mass Semi production lines to its first Gigafactory

Tesla will be expanding the 4680 battery production lines in its Nevada Gigafactory in order to have capacity enough for half a million electric vehicles. The US$3.6 billion Giga Nevada expansion plans would include the first mass...
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jan 2023 11:07
The new Meizu 20 poster. (Source: Meizu via WHYLAB)

Meizu 20 will launch with a flat display, 80W charging and satellite connectivity

Meizu is expected to make a comeback in the Chinese Android flagship smartphone market in 2023, possibly with the unique selling point of first-party integration with cars such as Geely's Zeekr1. Now, a new patent reportedly filed...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jan 2023 21:19
3D-printed solid-state battery samples (image: Sakuu)

3D-printed solid-state EV battery maker Sakuu signs up Porsche to build its Gigafactories

Porsche Consulting, with its vast experience in designing sustainable automotive facilities, will guide the process of building Gigafactories for 3D-printed solid-state battery cells. Sakuu's innovative Swift Print technology allo...
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jan 2023 19:24
The latest BMW software improves the Digital Key functionality. (Image source: BMW)

BMW software update improves Digital Key and adds app-based Remote Control Parking

BMW is rolling out a new update affecting approximately 4.7 million vehicles. The latest software makes the Digital Key easier to share and activate and brings an app-based Remote Control Parking feature to several models. Other f...
Polly Allcock, 24 Jan 2023 13:46
The Model Y price is back up (image: Tesla)

Model Y price creeping back up as it costs Tesla less than US$40,000 to make

Even after its deep price cuts, Tesla is still raking in record profits per vehicle according to a thorough production costs analysis. The Model Y, for instance, costs just US$39,393 to manufacture, all the while Tesla bumped its ...
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Jan 2023 13:28
Parking a Tesla Model 3 in a Supercharger spot usually means that the electric car needs to be charged (Image: Dario)

Revengeful Tesla drivers plug in Model 3 and Model Y that unnecessarily occupy Supercharger spots

The rather controversial trend is intended to teach drivers of a Tesla Model Y or Model 3, which is parked in a Supercharger spot but not plugged into the charger, a much needed lesson. The resulting idle fees can quickly add up a...
Enrico Frahn, 23 Jan 2023 22:29
The high-nickel low-cobalt cathode (image: Leclanché)

New low-cobalt EV battery breakthrough brings 20% higher energy density and non-toxic electrode production

Until the mass solid-state battery production stage which may still be a few years away, electric vehicles can take advantage of stopgap battery chemistry solutions like the recent low-cobalt cell discovery of Leclanché. It offers...
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Jan 2023 16:14

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