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The high-performing AMD Ryzen chip in Tesla's upgraded infotainment system apparently also decreases the range of the electric car (Image: Tesla)

Tesla's upgraded infotainment system powered by AMD Ryzen CPUs negatively impacts the range of the Model 3 and others

More performance sometimes results in a higher power consumption, which is why Tesla had to inform certain customers that the projected range of their ordered Model 3 is lower due to the recently introduced AMD Ryzen CPUs which no...

Enrico Frahn, 18 Jan 2022 23:30

The Apple CarPlay interface in this Tesla Model 3 is streamed from a Raspberry Pi running on a custom version of Android (Image: Michał Gapiński)

Developer shows how to use Apple CarPlay in a Tesla by utilizing a Raspberry Pi

The rather sophisticated but still imperfect workaround that enables Apple CarPlay on Tesla's infotainment system may present technically inclined users with an experimental method to improve the connectivity between their iPhone ...

Enrico Frahn, 18 Jan 2022 22:04

The STI E-RA electric concept race car has 1,073 hp. (Image source: STI)

Subaru reveals race car with 1,073 hp at Tokyo Auto Salon

Subaru Tecnica International, the motorsports focused arm of Subaru, has revealed a new concept car. The all-electric STI E-RA has four motors which can deliver up to 1,073 hp.

Polly Allcock, 18 Jan 2022 19:16

Tesla has released an OTA software update for the Model 3 and Model Y that recalibrates the heat pump expansion valve (Image: Severin Demchuk)

Tesla tries to fix the Model 3 and Model Y heat pump issues in cold weather with yet another software update

This new software update for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y apparently initiates the recalibration of a vital component of the heat pump, which may have caused some defects and the failure of the entire heating system in very cold ...

Enrico Frahn, 17 Jan 2022 22:46

Mazout hypes its inaugural EV as India's first electric cruiser motorbike

Mazout is a new start-up targeting the growing electric 2-wheeler market in India. However, the company asserts that its upcoming motorcycle will be the country's first example of the "cruiser" variety. A prototype of its flagship...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jan 2022 18:44

Mass solid-state battery production for electric cars slated for 2030, says CATL, despite NIO's semi-solid battery success

The world's largest electric vehicle battery maker CATL isn't optimistic about the speed of solid-state battery development and pegs 2025 as the year when the first samples will appear. CATL expects just 1% of electric cars to boa...

Daniel Zlatev, 17 Jan 2022 10:57

Buoyed by the Ioniq 5 release, Hyundai looking to expand its electric cars production in America

Hyundai Motors plans to release no less than seven electric vehicles in the U.S. this year among all of its brands like Kia or Genesis, starting with the base Ioniq 5 model. The existing factories in Alabama and Georgia may be ret...

Daniel Zlatev, 14 Jan 2022 12:44

Winter temperatures can apparently cause a heat pump defect in the Model 3 and Model Y (Image: Tesla)

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y owners complain about heat pump failures at low temperatures

Even though Tesla claimed that it has solved this already known issue of the Model 3 and Model Y with a software update, owners are still reporting heat pump failures which could potentially lead to life-threatening situations whe...

Enrico Frahn, 13 Jan 2022 21:41

25 Tesla cars in 13 countries hacked as a security warning by a 19-year-old enthusiast

A 19-year-old IT and security enthusiast has managed to gain access to a number of Tesla cars in different countries following a vulnerability in third-party software or hardware that they installed. The access included key contro...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Jan 2022 20:05

Top Cybertruck model price may be announced January 26 along with Tesla's 2022 product roadmap

Tesla scrubbed all Cybertruck 2022 production references from its website recently and threw those who hit the preorder button in a state of confusion. It turns out that Elon Musk may simply be preparing for a grand 2022 Tesla pro...

Daniel Zlatev, 13 Jan 2022 17:33

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS gets the new LG infotainment system for its pillar-to-pillar Hyperscreen

LG has scored another electric vehicle win after making its durable dual-stack OLED displays the preferred choice for in-car infotainment systems. Not only will LG be providing the flexible OLED panel for the unique Mercedes EQS p...

Daniel Zlatev, 12 Jan 2022 12:25

Bugatti's first EV is not a hypercar, but an electric scooter

With only two wheels and about 1,000 less horsepower than the thunderous Bugatti Veyron, the first electric vehicle made by the French company comes as a bit of a surprise since it appears to be nothing more than an electric scoot...

Enrico Frahn, 11 Jan 2022 23:38

The updated 2022 Tesla Model S comes with new headlights, taillights and a new charging port for some markets (Image: Caster)

Pictures show updated 2022 Tesla Model S featuring new headlights, taillights and charging port

The already rumored upgrades to the headlights, taillights and charging port of the 2022 Tesla Model S have now apparently been confirmed by pictures of an official production unit which has been spotted in a Tesla showroom in Tai...

Enrico Frahn, 11 Jan 2022 21:48

Tesla has asked its fans to help the company sell cars directly to buyers in New York. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla pleads with its userbase to help the company get approval for direct sales in New York

Tesla has asked its fanbase to contact the Governor, Senate, and Assembly of the state of New York and ask them to allow direct sales of electric vehicles. In some U.S. states, car manufacturers can't sell directly to buyers.

Fawad Murtaza, 11 Jan 2022 02:36

The prototype of the crypto-mining electric car Daymak Spiritus comes in a patriotic Canadian paint design (Image: Mike Chow)

Crypto-mining electric car: Video shows the Daymak Spiritus completing its first test drive

A prototype of the EV with cryptomining capabilities has been driven on public streets in Canada during a first test drive, and this milestone for the Daymak Spiritus has of course been captured in a recently released video.

Enrico Frahn, 10 Jan 2022 23:13

Tesla's new 'Full Self-Driving' 10.3 update has an Assertive mode that mimics a more aggressive driver

The 'Full Self-Driving' 10.3 update that Tesla outed not long ago to owners with the sufficient number of Safety Score point and then pulled for left turn issues, has three distinctive driving modes - Chill, Average, and Assertive...

Daniel Zlatev, 10 Jan 2022 12:33

Tesla owners reveal how they mine for Bitcoin and Ethereum with the electric car's battery and GPU

A couple of enterprising Tesla owners have been using their electric cars to mine for cryptocurrencies or privacy tokens like Monero. According to them, the most profitable way to mine for crypto with a Tesla is to use a hacked fi...

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Jan 2022 16:31

Scalpers targeting the electric F-150 Lightning pickup truck may have run out of luck (Image: Ford)

Scalping prohibited: Ford F-150 Lightning buyers may not be allowed to sell their electric truck in the first year of ownership

In addition to a provision that should prevent the re-sale of the electric F-150 in the first year of ownership, Ford has also issued a stern warning for dealerships who try to take advantage of their customers by demanding high p...

Enrico Frahn, 07 Jan 2022 20:23

Microsoft wiggles into electric cars via its award-winning Azure AI voice assistant, exclusive to XPeng EVs

Microsoft has partnered with one of the most promising electric car makers, XPeng, to provide its Azure AI-powered voice that scored the highest of any in-car virtual assistant on the MOS voice quality scale. The new EV virtual bu...

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Jan 2022 20:04

Tesla rolls out a 175 MPH 'Plaid Track Mode' update for the Model S and a Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit to match

If you thought the 1000+ horse powers of the Model S Plaid not pushy enough at 163 miles per hour, Tesla just released the third of its storied line of Track Mode updates that upped the top Model S Plaid speed to 175 MPH. Besides ...

Daniel Zlatev, 07 Jan 2022 17:52

The unique but aerodynamically efficient rear of the Mercedes EQXX allows for ranges of up to 620 miles per charge (Image: Mercedes-Benz)

Mercedes-Benz EQXX: Pictures show the electric concept car with 620 miles of range and an unusual but efficient design

With its particularly efficient aerodynamic design and a projected range of up to 620 miles per charge, the new electric concept car Mercedes-Benz EQXX intends to finally put an end to EV range anxiety.

Enrico Frahn, 07 Jan 2022 00:29

The BMW iX Flow concept car has a color-changing coat of paint. (Image source: BMW)

BMW showcases color-changing car at CES 2022

The BMW iX Flow concept car has been demonstrated at CES 2022. The vehicle can change color thanks to a coat of paint which includes E Ink, the same technology used in e-readers.

Polly Allcock, 06 Jan 2022 18:11

After the expensive Silverado electric pickup, Chevrolet teases a US$30,000 Equinox EV

Chevrolet will be releasing a number of new electric vehicles starting next spring with the Silverado Work Truck fleet pickup, and continuing with its performance RST version in fall 2023. The real electric bestseller of Chevy, ho...

Daniel Zlatev, 06 Jan 2022 14:10

At CES in Las Vegas, Sony has released a beautiful concept video showing its electric SUV Vision-S 02 (Image: Sony)

Vision-S 02: Beautiful concept video shows Sony's electric SUV

In addition to a gorgeous teaser video showing its first electric SUV, Sony has also announced that it will register a separate EV division called Sony Mobility Inc., which raises hopes that the Japanese tech behemoth could become...

Enrico Frahn, 06 Jan 2022 04:37

With 610 horsepower and over 800 lb-ft of torque, the iX M60 certainly does not lack performance (Image: BMW)

BMW unveils the iX M60, an electric performance SUV with over 800 lb-ft of torque

Dubbed the technology flagship of the Bavarian automaker, the iX M60 electric SUV comes with impressive performance specs and is supposed to provide an exceptional driving experience despite being geared towards sustainability.

Enrico Frahn, 06 Jan 2022 03:55

Tesla Model S covers a record 750-mile range on freezing Michigan highways with a new ONE battery

The new Gemini 001 battery pack prototype by Our Next Energy (ONE) propelled the Tesla Model S for 14 hours straight around Michigan in the cold mid-December temps. ONE managed to double the battery density of Tesla's stock 103.9 ...

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Jan 2022 16:35

With its full suspension and rugged off-road styling, the Okai ES800 does not look like a regular electric scooter for urban environments (Image: Okai)

Okai unveils the electric off-road scooter ES800

At CES in Las Vegas, the Chinese company Okai has presented a sleek electric scooter which, unlike most of its competitors, can also be operated on rough terrain thanks to its off-road features and full suspension.

Enrico Frahn, 05 Jan 2022 01:27

Ford is working on accelerating its production of the new and highly anticipated F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup truck (Image: Ford)

Ford vows to increase F-150 Lightning production after reports of insanely high dealer markups surfaced

After certain ruthless dealerships have taken advantage of the high demand for the F-150 Lightning by marking its price up by US$30,000, Ford has now announced plans to almost double the production of the new all-electric pickup t...

Enrico Frahn, 04 Jan 2022 22:16

Tesla has delivered the highest number of cars in Q4 2021. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla smokes analyst predictions as it ships a record number of vehicles for the sixth consecutive quarter

Tesla has shipped a record number of vehicles for the sixth consecutive quarter, handily beating analyst predictions. Wall Street analysts had predicted that due to the ongoing chip shortages and supply chain constraints, Tesla wo...

Fawad Murtaza, 03 Jan 2022 21:38

Hyundai engineers have repurposed a test car to make an air purifier. (Image source: Hyundai via Youtube)

Hyundai builds air purifier from Ioniq 5 electric car parts

In a recent YouTube video, Hyundai engineers demonstrate a unique way to repurpose car parts by taking apart a redundant test vehicle and using the components to build an air purifying device.

Polly Allcock, 02 Jan 2022 15:55

Tesla raises the Model 3 and Model Y prices in China, makes them slightly lower than the Model S competitor NIO ET7

NIO just unveiled the prices for its 2022 electric performance sedan, the ET7, and they are over what Tesla charges for its Model 3 or Model Y vehicles, even after their latest price increase, but way less than the direct Model S ...

Daniel Zlatev, 02 Jan 2022 13:12

Ford F-150 Lightning reservation holders will have to pay a very steep price for their new electric truck due to the chip shortage and the resulting markups at some dealerships (Image: Ford)

Ford F-150 Lightning reservation holders face massive US$30,000 dealer markup as demand for the electric truck outstrips supply

Due to high demand and limited availability, the highly anticipated Ford F-150 Lightning is being sold for US$30,000 above its already steep sticker price at some dealerships, and buying the all-electric pickup truck probably won'...

Enrico Frahn, 01 Jan 2022 21:51

Tesla recalls some Model 3 and Model S vehicles after multiple issues were found. (Image source: Charlie Deets via Unsplash)

Tesla is recalling almost half a million cars due to safety concerns

Around 475,000 Tesla Model 3 and Model S vehicles are being recalled due to multiple issues that have been uncovered. The NHTSA has stated that these issues relate to the Model 3’s rear view camera and the front hood latch in the ...

Polly Allcock, 31 Dec 2021 17:03

Waymo will add all-electric vehicles designed by Geely to its autonomous ride-hailing solution. (Image source: Waymo)

Waymo reveals that it will expand its self-driving taxi fleet with Geely all-electric vehicles

Waymo has announced that it will add all-electric vehicles designed by Geely to its autonomous ride-hailing service. Waymo will modify the car with Waymo Driver so it can operate autonomously.

Polly Allcock, 30 Dec 2021 15:57

Europe finally has a battery Gigafactory, as Northvolt makes the first Li-ion cells developed on the Old Continent

European car makers can breathe a sigh of relief as their electric vehicle plans may get a boost from the first Li-ion battery developed and assembled on European soil. So far, the EV plans of legacy stalwarts like VW or BMW hinge...

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Dec 2021 13:04

Tesla goes AMD Ryzen for the 2022 Model Y and Model 3 infotainment systems in America, gets rid of 12V lead-acid batteries

North America is finally getting its new 2022 Tesla Model Y and Model 3 batches with upgraded media system processors and new 12V batteries. Tesla is now equipping all new cars with AMD Ryzen chips instead of the older, slower Int...

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Dec 2021 12:22

The electric motorcycle tested by the British and Australian military is apparently a slightly customized Sur-Ron Light Bee X (Image: Sur-Ron)

Electric motorcycle for military use: Paratroopers are testing the Sur-Ron Light Bee X

While paratroopers seem to be particularly keen on the extremely light weight of the Sur-Ron Light Bee X, the electric motorcycle's silent operation also offers certain tactical advantages in comparison to traditional bikes with a...

Enrico Frahn, 29 Dec 2021 23:14

Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric compact crossover, company announces the end of combustion engine development

Hyundai might drop combustion engines, but hydrogen cars remain in the cards

Shortly after a report concerning the (unconfirmed yet) decision to cease developing combustion engines, it was rumored that Hyundai has decided to halt the development of a third-generation fuel cell stack for hydrogen cars. The ...

Column by Codrut Nistor, 29 Dec 2021 22:06

Like most hypercars, the Arash AFX looks very aerodynamic in these first teaser pictures (Images: Arash)

Arash AFX: Teaser pictures show the electric hypercar with more than 3,200 horsepower

Immensely wealthy EV enthusiasts who find a Tesla Model S Plaid too slow and ordinary may be excited to hear that the luxury car maker Arash has revealed first teaser images of the Arash AFX, an all-electric hypercar with supposed...

Enrico Frahn, 28 Dec 2021 01:21

First R1S electric SUV deliveries aim to keep Rivian's December release promise

Rivian's stock price traded below its IPO level for the first time after the electric truck maker announced it will miss the 2021 production goals due to battery supply chain issues. As if to counter the bad impressions, Rivian an...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 17:15

Innovative electric car maker NIO may prep to enter the U.S. market and take on Tesla directly

NIO, one of the most innovative Chinese electric car makers, may be preparing to bring its cars to this side of the pond, after managing to launch several of them in Europe. Its 2022 expansion plans include bringing the 600-mile E...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 16:26

You can now use your Tesla as a megaphone to alert pedestrians in real time

Tesla has added a new Megaphone mode in the audio options of the mandated external speakers that are used to raise awareness among pedestrians about a Tesla approaching at low speed. The Megaphone option is in addition to the Boom...

Daniel Zlatev, 24 Dec 2021 15:26

A Finn didn't want to pay for an expensive battery replacement, so he decided to dispose of his Tesla Model S with a bang (Image: Pommijätkät)

Video shows Tesla owner blowing up his Model S with dynamite because repairs would've been too expensive

Instead of paying a lot of money for the battery replacement of his Tesla Model S, a man from Finland opted for a rather spectacular kind of disposal of his electric car, which of course was filmed and now put on YouTube.

Enrico Frahn, 23 Dec 2021 20:33

CATL strives to be NIO's 600-mile range semi-solid state battery supplier with a new 'ultrahigh nickel' tech

The world's biggest electric car battery maker - CATL - may have become complacent when it comes to innovation, reports local media. It now has to fight to bring back NIO's business when it comes to the unique 600+ mile battery pa...

Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2021 19:07

Tesla makes some Superchargers free for customers from December 23 to 26. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla gifts free supercharging to customers travelling before Christmas on certain routes

Tesla has announced that its customers can charge their EVs free of cost at 70 Superchargers located around the U.S. Users can take advantage of free charging from December 23 to 26, during off-peak hours. Most of the chargers are...

Fawad Murtaza, 22 Dec 2021 20:07

Tesla has released update 2021.44.25, including improvements to the infotainment system. (Image source: David von Diemar on Unsplash)

Tesla holiday update automates blind spot cameras and adds Sonic the Hedgehog to the infotainment system

The annual Tesla holiday update has begun rolling out, with features including auto-activation of your car's blind spot camera. The software update also has improvements to the infotainment system, such as a streamlined appearance...

Polly Allcock, 22 Dec 2021 11:57

As Wall Street bids lithium prices way up, Tesla may build a huge LFP battery factory in the U.S.

Tesla plans to offset the galloping battery component prices by using the cheaper LFP chemistry in all of its standard range vehicles. Not only that, but it may have entered a U.S. factory agreement with Gotion, a big Chinese LFP ...

Daniel Zlatev, 21 Dec 2021 19:07

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning can have up to 131kWh battery capacity. (Image source: Ford)

Ford reveals EV battery with up to 131 kWh capacity for 2022 F-150 Lightning

It has been revealed that the Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric truck will be available with two battery sizes. The larger of these batteries will have a capacity of 131 kWh, with the smaller battery providing 98 kWh of capacity.

Polly Allcock, 21 Dec 2021 15:59

Besides its extremely long advertised range of up to 620 miles, the NIO ET5 also boasts a beautiful design (Image: NIO)

NIO ET5: Tesla Model 3 competitor with up to 620 miles of range unveiled

The globally expanding Chinese company NIO could grow into a serious competitor for established electric car makers like Tesla, if the now announced ET5 electric sedan can in fact deliver the advertised 620 miles of range while be...

Enrico Frahn, 20 Dec 2021 22:40

Off-road enthusiasts who find that electric SUVs are not capapble enough may be excited to hear that GM has started deliveries of the Hummer EV (Image: GMC)

Off-road truck with 1,000 electric horsepower: First Hummer EVs are being delivered to customers

Electric cars can grow even bigger than regular SUVs, which General Motors now illustrates with its gigantic GMC Hummer EV pickup truck. As impressive as this 9,000 lbs off-road monster with up to 1,000 electric horsepower may be,...

Enrico Frahn, 19 Dec 2021 18:03

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Tesla's upgraded infotainment system powered by AMD Ryzen CPUs negatively impacts the range of the Model 3 and others

Developer shows how to use Apple CarPlay in a Tesla by utilizing a Raspberry Pi

Subaru reveals race car with 1,073 hp at Tokyo Auto Salon

Tesla tries to fix the Model 3 and Model Y heat pump issues in cold weather with yet another software update

Mazout hypes its inaugural EV as India's first electric cruiser motorbike

Mass solid-state battery production for electric cars slated for 2030, says CATL, despite NIO's semi-solid battery success

Buoyed by the Ioniq 5 release, Hyundai looking to expand its electric cars production in America

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y owners complain about heat pump failures at low temperatures

25 Tesla cars in 13 countries hacked as a security warning by a 19-year-old enthusiast

Top Cybertruck model price may be announced January 26 along with Tesla's 2022 product roadmap

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS gets the new LG infotainment system for its pillar-to-pillar Hyperscreen

Bugatti's first EV is not a hypercar, but an electric scooter

Pictures show updated 2022 Tesla Model S featuring new headlights, taillights and charging port

Tesla pleads with its userbase to help the company get approval for direct sales in New York

Crypto-mining electric car: Video shows the Daymak Spiritus completing its first test drive

Tesla's new 'Full Self-Driving' 10.3 update has an Assertive mode that mimics a more aggressive driver

Tesla owners reveal how they mine for Bitcoin and Ethereum with the electric car's battery and GPU

Scalping prohibited: Ford F-150 Lightning buyers may not be allowed to sell their electric truck in the first year of ownership

Microsoft wiggles into electric cars via its award-winning Azure AI voice assistant, exclusive to XPeng EVs

Tesla rolls out a 175 MPH 'Plaid Track Mode' update for the Model S and a Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit to match

Mercedes-Benz EQXX: Pictures show the electric concept car with 620 miles of range and an unusual but efficient design

BMW showcases color-changing car at CES 2022

After the expensive Silverado electric pickup, Chevrolet teases a US$30,000 Equinox EV

Vision-S 02: Beautiful concept video shows Sony's electric SUV

BMW unveils the iX M60, an electric performance SUV with over 800 lb-ft of torque

Tesla Model S covers a record 750-mile range on freezing Michigan highways with a new ONE battery

Okai unveils the electric off-road scooter ES800

Ford vows to increase F-150 Lightning production after reports of insanely high dealer markups surfaced

Tesla smokes analyst predictions as it ships a record number of vehicles for the sixth consecutive quarter

Hyundai builds air purifier from Ioniq 5 electric car parts

Tesla raises the Model 3 and Model Y prices in China, makes them slightly lower than the Model S competitor NIO ET7

Ford F-150 Lightning reservation holders face massive US$30,000 dealer markup as demand for the electric truck outstrips supply

Tesla is recalling almost half a million cars due to safety concerns

Waymo reveals that it will expand its self-driving taxi fleet with Geely all-electric vehicles

Europe finally has a battery Gigafactory, as Northvolt makes the first Li-ion cells developed on the Old Continent

Tesla goes AMD Ryzen for the 2022 Model Y and Model 3 infotainment systems in America, gets rid of 12V lead-acid batteries

Electric motorcycle for military use: Paratroopers are testing the Sur-Ron Light Bee X

Hyundai might drop combustion engines, but hydrogen cars remain in the cards

Arash AFX: Teaser pictures show the electric hypercar with more than 3,200 horsepower

First R1S electric SUV deliveries aim to keep Rivian's December release promise

Innovative electric car maker NIO may prep to enter the U.S. market and take on Tesla directly

You can now use your Tesla as a megaphone to alert pedestrians in real time

Video shows Tesla owner blowing up his Model S with dynamite because repairs would've been too expensive

CATL strives to be NIO's 600-mile range semi-solid state battery supplier with a new 'ultrahigh nickel' tech

Tesla gifts free supercharging to customers travelling before Christmas on certain routes

Tesla holiday update automates blind spot cameras and adds Sonic the Hedgehog to the infotainment system

As Wall Street bids lithium prices way up, Tesla may build a huge LFP battery factory in the U.S.

Ford reveals EV battery with up to 131 kWh capacity for 2022 F-150 Lightning

NIO ET5: Tesla Model 3 competitor with up to 620 miles of range unveiled

Off-road truck with 1,000 electric horsepower: First Hummer EVs are being delivered to customers

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