E-Mobility

Instead of downgrading their software to an earlier version with the latest FSD Beta 10.69.2.2 build, newly qualifying Tesla owners would simply have to wait for the 10.69.3 update. Elon Musk promised to roll FSD Beta to all with 80+ Safety Score points automatically, or more than 160,000 drivers in the US and Canada.

One self-described 'concerned citizen' is producing a short film aiming to promote his efforts to raise awareness about distracted driving in Tesla vehicles. The project will be giving US$100 to at least 75 social media personalities to record a short denouncing Tesla's Autopilot mode.

The new S4 charging stations are strategically located in major cities and can bring a G9's 96kWh battery to 80% in just 15 minutes, adding more than 300 miles of extra range. XPeng plans to have 2000 such ultrafast charging stations by 2025.

GMC's electric pickup truck with 1,000 horsepower compensates its rather disastrous efficiency with an enormously large battery capacity of 212 kWh, which results in a fairly impressive range at 70 mph according to a recent highway range test conducted with the sought-after Hummer EV.

Xiaomi has claimed that it can have its first electric car on the market by 2024. Now, one of its latest patents hint at the latest step in achieving this goal. The OEM's dedicated EV division has invented what could be its answer to systems such as Tesla's Supercharger facilities.

The Cowboy electric bicycle is currently on offer. European customers can save €700 (~US$678), while those living in the UK can get £500 (~US$543) off the typical retail price. You can connect your smartphone to the e-bike via Bluetooth, enabling smart features such as Auto Unlock and Theft Detection.

The Vässla Pedal electric bicycle has been revealed. The pedelec has a single gear with a torque sensor to adjust the motor assistance to suit your needs automatically. The e-bike has a top assistance speed of 25 kph (~16 mph) and can travel for up to 100 km (~62 miles) between charges.

BYD will use its Europe Product Premiere event on September 28 to showcase the electric cars planned to arrive on the continent shortly: the Tang, Han and Atto 3. The vehicles feature DC fast charging and a range of up to 521 km (~324 miles). Plus, the EVs will be readily available to European customers thanks to its production volume.

Stellantis has confirmed its plans to double the number of Fiat New 500 electric vehicle units it produces this year compared to last year. However, CEO Carlos Tavares has also stated that the company is facing parts shortages, which has put this target at risk. The electric 500 remains popular in Europe, second only to Tesla vehicles.

The US Department of Energy has found the University of Michigan's ceramic ion conductivity breakthrough so promising, that it fronted it with nearly $11 million for a new research hub. There, the four-year grant will be used to develop solid-state EV batteries using ceramic instead of lithium ions.

A problem with Tesla's automatic window reversal system is affecting 1.1 million Model 3, Model Y and Model S/X cars. Since the windows may start pinching a hand or other obstacle before they reverse down, Tesla will issue an OTA fix in November.

After the discontinued Audi R8 e-tron did not appeal to too many buyers back in 2015, a true electric successor to the powerful German coupe is rumored to launch in 2025. Supposedly, it could be based on one of Porsche's sophisticated EV platforms that will also power the upcoming generation of the successful Taycan.

Two relatively cheap but capable electric vehicles just launched in China as if a harbinger to the era of affordable e-mobility. Compared to the Model Y, the XPeng G9 starts from just $44,000, while a $26,000 EV by a state-owned automaker goes after the Model 3.

After a two-year stint in Korea, Tesla's CCS adapter plug has finally made it to US soil and Tesla is selling it for US$250 to qualifying buyers. Those consist of 'most newer Tesla vehicles' built after October 2020.

The German engineers from Meyle have discovered what is wrong with Tesla's squeaky Model 3 and Model Y suspension and came up with a solution. It turns out that Tesla's control arm ball joint doesn't have sufficient water damage protection resulting in noises and breakage.

While vehicles with traditional combustion engines are still offered as an alternative to the very popular electric cars in most cases, the future of the sleek Volkswagen Arteon on the American market looks rather bleak. Allegedly, the upcoming VW ID. Aero will soon be the only luxury sedan in the US lineup of the German automaker.

The Bianchi e-Arcadex is a new e-gravel bike to suit various terrains. The pedelec is equipped with a 250 W motor, providing up to 85 Nm of torque, and a 500 Wh battery allowing the engine to assist you up to 115 km (~71 miles). Two models are available, both with carbon frames to keep them lightweight.

In a strange turn of events at Tesla, one European owner got an American VIN number assigned to a local second-hand vehicle. While trying in vain to open their garage door, trunk, frunk, or start the A/C, they were actually sending those commands to a Model 3 in the US.

Veo has unveiled a dual-passenger electric bicycle, the Apollo. You can use the bike to carry a passenger or cargo, with a payload of up to 400 lbs (~181 kg). The micromobility vehicle has a 750 W throttle assist motor that can help you to reach speeds up to 16 mph (~25 kph) over 45 miles (~72 km).

Instead of a high-nickel cathode and silicon anode, Tesla's 'revolutionary' 4680 battery uses the same old NCM 811 mix and graphite anode, first teardowns show. The only real advantage at the current state of its development is the packaging process, it seems.

Titici has unveiled the DYNAMICA, an e-gravel bike. The bicycle is equipped with a Mahle X20 drive system which can assist you at speeds up to 25 kph (~16 mph) for up to 200 km (~124 miles). Plus, the frame includes patented Plate Absorber Technology to provide a more comfortable ride by reducing vibrations.

Ghost has revealed the Path Riot and Riot CF e-mountain bike ranges, which will launch early next year. The electric bicycles are lightweight, with the lightest model, the Riot AM Full Party, weighing 15.05 kg (~33.18 lbs). The vehicles are powered by the Fazua Ride 60 system, assisting you up to 25 kph (~16 mph) for up to 60 km (~37 miles).

Ford can't make enough of its electric F-150 Lightning to fulfil all orders for the truck and on top has to make its production compliant with the White House's Inflation Reduction Act new EV subsidy requirements. Ford's CEO will be visiting Korea to secure battery supply and address both challenges.

Himiway has revealed that it is currently developing a new screen for its range of electric bikes. According to the company, the new model will have improved brightness, better weatherproofing and the ability to show more information. The screen will likely be available with various bicycle models, such as the Cruiser and Zebra Step-Thru.

Tesla has started cutting the price of the Model 3 and Model Y in China for those who order insurance from its stores in a roundabout way to subsidize its cars' cost. It is also moving its flashy mall showrooms in central locations there to the cheaper suburbs where it can also offer repair services.

The 1225HP Ultimate version of the Hyper SSR model will provide 12,000 Nm of torque to the wheels for a sub-2 seconds acceleration. Its main competitor, the Lucid Air Sapphire Edition that will launch in the fall of 2023 as well, is rated at 1200HP.

A range of Platum Lancia e-bikes has been unveiled, with four models on offer. One of the pedelecs folds and the other three have an assistance range of up to 70 km (~43 miles). Each pedelec has a waterproof LED screen which you can use to control various settings, and a 250 W Bafang motor.

The Aventon Level.2 electric bike has been launched in the US. The bicycle can assist you at speeds up to 28 mph (~45 kph) for up to 60 miles (~97 km). The model is the company’s first to include a torque sensor to alter the assistance level based on your pedalling power. Plus, the vehicle has a throttle-only mode and color LCD.

Tesla is pausing its plans for Giga Berlin battery production expansion as Biden's Inflation Reduction Act subsidies require cells made in America. Three of Tesla's other 4680 battery suppliers will be ready with production boost next year, too.

The new E6-A, S7-A and X280-A RISC-V-based processors will be utilized by car component manufacturers like Renesas and Siemens to power safety-critical compute applications along with sensor arrays, AI-assisted driving systems and IC components used by HUDs or electrification pathways.

'I believe we can own the future of the automobile market,' said President Biden in a speech during an EV-heavy Detroit auto show. There, he announced the disbursement of the first government subsidy tranche for a nationwide electric vehicle charging infrastructure buildout.

Motorola's automotive division had fully functioning electric cars built in the 1990s as a proof of concept. One of those - a battery-powered Corvette C4 - was recently found languishing in a garage near Motorola's former Illinois headquarters.

The Segway KickScooter P100S e-scooter is now available via Indiegogo InDemand and Kickstarter campaigns. The electric vehicle has a 62-mile (~100 km) range and can travel at up to 30 mph (~48 kph). Plus, you can lock and unlock the scooter via NFC, Bluetooth and password.

Before the sporty EV’s highly anticipated launch in 2023, the roughly 600 electric horsepower of the performance-focused Hyundai Ioniq 5 N will soon be tested on the legendary Nürburgring race track in Germany.

The Volcon Brat has launched as a full-suspension electric bicycle designed for rides on and off the road. The vehicle has a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) and can assist you for over 70 miles (~113 km). More unusual features of the e-bike include a lockable storage compartment with a USB charging port and the exo-arch frame.

The Raleigh Trace is a new lightweight e-bike weighing 16.5 kg (~36 lbs). The motor can assist you across three modes, with a top speed of 16 mph (~25 kph), for up to 50 miles (~80 km). The electric bicycle lacks a display but comes with front and rear lights alongside a rear rack and mudguards.

The Model Y will most likely become the world's most popular car ever next year, reiterated a Tesla exec in a wide-ranging interview. Currently, it costs Tesla US$36,000 to produce one car on average, but in the future that cost will be brought down, paving the way for the elusive cheap mass model.

After the 480 kW charging networks of XPeng and GAC, or the 500 kW piles of NIO, the first electric vehicles with CATL's new Kirin battery will be able to take advantage of 600 kW stalls. The Zeekr 009 and 001 are rated for 620 miles on a charge and the big battery needs a rapid charging system, too.

The Zendure SuperBase Pro 2000 is a new portable generator rated for a 2,096 watt-hour (Wh) capacity and for an output of up to 2,000 watts (W). The OEM has also fitted it with handy wheels and a suitcase-like carrying handle, not to mention an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) mode. It currently comes with an interesting deal on Geekbuying for European customers: either a Bluetti solar panel or an electric scooter thrown in for free.

Yamaha has unveiled a new drive unit for electric bicycles, the PW S2. The motor can assist e-bikes at up to 25 kph (~16 mph) and deliver up to 75 Nm of torque. Plus, the compact device is 16% lighter than its predecessor, the PS ST, weighing 2.85 kg (~6.28 lbs), giving it a high torque-to-weight ratio.

The Bavarian automaker’s powerful electric SUV would probably come with a correspondingly steep price tag, but thanks to a new drivetrain with four electric motors, the full-fledged M variant of the BMW iX3 could easily outperform the BMW i4 M50 and its 536 horsepower.

SoC.one and Imagination Technologies assert that RISC-V, the emerging alternative to ARM, is ideal for inclusion in the automotive industry and its spiraling need for advanced computing and networking. The two companies have agreed to collaborate on solutions to make RISC-V hardware compatible with the potential software demands of next-gen vehicles, their use of extended-reality, IoT and safety solutions included.

The Eleglide Tankroll is an electric bike with fat tires which measure 26-in x 4-in (~66 x 10 cm). The engine can assist you at speeds up to 25 kph (~16 mph) for up to 70 km (~43 miles). The motor has a peak power output of 740 W and up to 57 Nm of torque. Fitted to the e-bike are hydraulic lockout suspension, an LCD and an LED headlight.

Decathlon is now selling the Stilus E_Trail electric bicycle in some European countries. The e-bike has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph), and the motor can deliver up to 65 Nm of torque. A BOSCH battery allows the bike to provide pedal assistance for up to four hours. Plus, the pedelec is fitted with 29-in tires and a full-suspension system.

Xiaomi's CEO, Lei Jun, is still backing his company to become as big in the automotive industry as it currently is in the consumer-tech space. It is now said to get started with a 4-door vehicle equipped with the OEM's very own autonomous driving technology. The potentially affordable car is to be made in an equally first-party factory in China.

Elon Musk's "license to print money" comment about refining lithium ore to battery-grade hydroxide has led to an application for Tesla's own lithium refinery on the Gulf Coast. Tesla may build the refinery to comply with the new US EV subsidy requirements for local battery production, too.

After scoring millions in grants from the California Energy Commission’s Clean Transportation Program Rural Electric Vehicle Charging project, Tesla plans to build the globe's largest Superchargers there. One of those will have no less than 164 stalls, half of which have to be CCS compatible.

Instead of building Gigafactories, BMW partners with CATL and others over their superior 4680-beating battery packs for its future electric cars. It will have two factories of 20 GWh each in Europe, China, and America, for a number of new cars with extended range by 2025.

The controversial Tesla Vision kit that Elon Musk moved to solely rely on for the safety assist and autonomous driving features of his cars has been vindicated by the demanding Euro NCAP crash tests. The Model Y got the highest safety score in its category and Tesla Vision was top performer even without the LiDAR assistance.

KKBike’s latest e-bike for the US market comes with a capable Bafang motor with 1,200 watts of peak power and a large 840-Wh battery. Unfortunately, the electric fat bike is also relatively heavy at 73 lbs, but it is also quite a bit cheaper than most other comparable e-bikes with a full suspension.