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The ENGWE X20 SE is supposedly a new e-bike in the brand’s X Series. (Image source: ENGWE)

ENGWE X20 SE folding e-bike with triple suspension system appears

The ENGWE X20 SE has appeared in product listings online, though the brand has not officially announced it. The supposed new model is listed as having a smaller battery pack than the original X20, making it cheaper. Other features...
Polly Allcock, 10 May 2024 11:15
Musk says wheel nag will be 'fixed' (image: Tesla)

Elon Musk teases Robotaxi/CyberCab hive mind and Tesla FSD update to fix steering wheel nag

The big Tesla FSD 12.4 update would start rolling out next week, and with it comes a big change in alertness checks. Tesla is also now working on boutique autonomous driving scenarios for the next FSD updates.
Daniel Zlatev, 09 May 2024 14:56
The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 700S is now on sale in Europe. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 700 S mid-range full-suspension e-bike now available

The Decathlon Rockrider E-FEEL 700S has been launched in Europe following its unveiling last year. The new full-suspension model, with mid-range pricing, offers a 500W peak power motor and up to 90 km (~55 miles) assistance range....
Polly Allcock, 08 May 2024 15:53
Tesla's Robotaxi concept (image: Walter Isaacson/Elon Musk bio)

Tesla may test CyberCab service and Robotaxi in China as it buys a boatload of LiDARs

Elon Musk has managed to extract a few more FSD promises and concessions during his China visit, including for the Robotaxi CyberCab service. Tesla is also now buying thousands of LiDARs.
Daniel Zlatev, 08 May 2024 13:54
Porsche eBike Sport 3rd. Gen Test

Porsche eBike Sport (3rd Gen.) in a practical test: Riding a Porsche on two wheels is a lot of fun

You can ride a Porsche not only on four wheels but also on two. We have ridden the high-performance Porsche eBike Sport 3rd Generation and this review will reveal the abilities luxurious e-bike from Porsche has to offer.
Marcus Schwarten, 08 May 2024 10:23
Model 3 Highland aces the gas station test (image: Tesla)

2024 Tesla Model 3 wins fastest charging in the gas station stop test

Among all Tesla electric vehicles, only the Cybertruck offers modern 800V fast charging architecture. When combined with the Supercharger network, however, they shine with an interesting charging virtue.
Daniel Zlatev, 07 May 2024 20:44
PVY Libon folding e-bike hands-on review: King of range with dual battery?

PVY Libon folding e-bike hands-on review: King of range with dual battery?

Double the range? The new PVY Libon e-folding bike comes in both single- and dual-battery configurations. The latter is said to provide the city bike with a range of up to 260 km. In our hands-on review, we examined this claim and were impressed by the easy-to-maintain belt drive and the practical battery lock.
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Christian Hintze, 07 May 2024 18:24
The R3. (Source: Rivian)

Apple x Rivian: Electronics behemoth tipped to partner with EV OEM in bid to salvage R&D from failed project

Apple's uncharacteristic failure to follow through on plans for a first-gen Car is what it is; however, the company might not have given up on the electric vehicle (EV) space after all. The Cupertino giant is now reportedly mullin...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 May 2024 17:32
The ADO Air Carbon e-bike is a new lightweight folding model. (Image source: Indiegogo)

New ADO Air Carbon lightweight folding e-bike arrives with discount

ADO E-bike has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for a new lightweight folding model: the Air Carbon. The e-bike weighs 12.5 kg (~27.6 lbs) and offers a 100 km (~60 miles) assistance range. Plus, those who pledge to the ...
Polly Allcock, 07 May 2024 12:50
The Onvo L60 is slated to launch sometime in May and has a BOM cost of around 10% less than the Tesla Model Y. (Image source: @TychodeFeijter on X/Onvo - edited)

Nio's Onvo L60 fastback Model Y challenger gets official May 2024 launch window with second sub-$30,000 EV coming in 2025

A Nio executive recently revealed that the L60, a mass-market EV from sub-brand Onvo, is scheduled to launch in May, but the EV has already been pictured at a Nio battery swap station in China. A second new EV and Nio sub-brand, c...
Julian van der Merwe, 07 May 2024 06:53
The Engine Pro. (Source: ENGWE)

Deal | Get up to $500 off a new e-bike from ENGWE

ENGWE US has announced a super-limited-time flash sale on one of its up-to-1000W, full suspension electric bikes. The brand is also celebrating Mother's Day with deals on other models such as the step-through L20 series, the cruis...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 May 2024 16:19
Some Tesla Superchargers are now set as gas stations (image: c_schwarzer/X)

Rapid EV uptake in the US and China puts pressure on gas sales

Peak oil may arrive early because of the electric vehicle revolution in big consumers like China or the US.
Daniel Zlatev, 06 May 2024 14:52
2nd-gen sodium battery offers 200 Wh/kg density (image: CATL)

Sodium batteries become less attractive with lithium price drop as CATL plans technology licensing

CATL is moving towards battery technology licensing to help automakers with local production, and is now in talks with a dozen of them. Ford's LFP battery factory is now in the most advanced stage.
Daniel Zlatev, 05 May 2024 16:46
Bajaj's CNG motorcycle is expected to reduce fuel costs by 50-65%, according to the company's managing director (image: Bajaj Auto)

World's first affordable CNG motorcycle to slash running costs by 50-65%

Powered by CNG (compressed natural gas), Bajaj Auto's new motorcycle is designed to offer a more affordable and environmentally friendly alternative to petrol and diesel motorcycles, countering the rising price of fuel.
Nicole Dominikowski, 04 May 2024 10:52
The new LR RWD is not the 375-mile Model Y that Europe got (image: Tesla)

Tesla will charge Model Y owners to unlock extra range as it brings 320-mile RWD version to the US

Tesla will be introducing a pay-to-unlock range scheme to give Model Y owners the option to cover up to 60 more miles on a charge with their current vehicle.
Daniel Zlatev, 04 May 2024 10:48
The ID.3 Pro S. (Source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S upgrades to latest software, faster charging and Harman Kardon audio options

Volkswagen has announced that the Pro S version of the ID.3 electric car can get from 0 to 62 miles per hour (mph) thanks to a more powerful motor. It also has some of the marque's latest infotainment and UI features, and can also...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 May 2024 22:26
The Model Y passengers survived multiple flips (image: zhongwen2005/X)

Airborne Model Y accident video shows passengers surviving multiple rollovers as Tesla earns its highest safety ratings

In one of the first cases of recorded accidents with a Model Y, the Tesla flips a dozen times and the passengers live to tell the tale as one gets on their phone right after.
Daniel Zlatev, 03 May 2024 11:32
It looks like Rivian is throwing its weight behind the production of its next EV launch. (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian R2 gets $827 million boost as Tesla slips into cost-cutting with internship, Supercharger team cuts

Rivian is set to receive $827 million in state funding from Illinois, set to be used to prepare the company, its staff, and facilities for the production of its upcoming R2 electric SUV. Meanwhile, Tesla's continued shrink has see...
Julian van der Merwe, 03 May 2024 04:17
Cybertruck's hood sensor gets the banana test (image: Top Gear/YT)

Tesla Cybercooler and Basecamp tent demoed together with a softer Cybertruck frunk hood close

Tesla has developed a universe of aptly named accessories for the Cybertruck, including some like a Cybercooler that it hasn't yet released to the public.
Daniel Zlatev, 02 May 2024 16:52
2024.14.3 brings better steering wheel wiper controls (image: Tesla)

Tesla changes windshield wiper speed controls for the better

Tesla's unfortunate autowiper function could be fixed with a rain sensor, but until its Vision-only solution pans out, it keeps adjusting the ways around its main problem with the windshield wipers.
Daniel Zlatev, 02 May 2024 15:21
Tesla is scaling back its gigacasting ambitions (image: Tesla/YT)

Tesla gives up on full-body gigacasting for the Robotaxi

Tesla is on a major restructuring and cost-cutting spree and, after it scaled down its Supercharger rollout ambitions, it may be time for the big gigacasting production plans to go.
Daniel Zlatev, 01 May 2024 20:53
Model S and X get Autoshift between D/R (image: Tesla)

Tesla expands Auto Shift mode to include K-turns

The three-point turning abilities come with the newest Tesla software update, just as shown in the leaked Model 3 Performance test interface. Model Y needn't apply, though.
Daniel Zlatev, 01 May 2024 13:11
FSD 12 demo to Xiaomi President (image: Lin Bin/Weibo)

Xiaomi tests FSD 12 and praises what Tesla has done with pure vision and AI

After being praised by the CEO of XPeng, another local competitor is now giving Tesla's FSD 12 autonomous driving feature high marks.
Daniel Zlatev, 01 May 2024 10:46
Los Angeles Metro rolls out AI buses that can automatically ticket illegally parked cars blocking bus routes. (Source: HaydenAI)

Los Angeles launching AI Metro buses to automatically issue parking tickets to illegally parked cars

Los Angeles is launching AI Metro buses to automatically issue parking tickets to cars blocking bus routes. The AI buses are equipped with cameras to automatically identify illegally parked vehicles and will upload incriminating v...
David Chien, 01 May 2024 07:35
Tesla Autopark on USS with Intel Atom (image: goodvibezone/Reddit)

Tesla snubs Intel chips again as it brings High Fidelity Park Assist only to USS cars with Ryzen CPU

The new Tesla 2024.3.25 update brings more than latest Full Self-Driving (Supervised) edition. Not all vehicles with ultrasonic parking sensors will be getting the new High Fidelity Assist feature, though.
Daniel Zlatev, 30 Apr 2024 13:43
The Fiido Air is a carbon e-bike weighing 13 kg (~28.7 lbs). (Image source: Fiido)

Fiido Air lightweight carbon e-bike now available to pre-order with free smartwatch

Fiido has launched a new e-bike worldwide, the Air. The model is exceptionally light thanks to its carbon frame and is powered by a rear hub motor with a hidden battery. Plus, a limited number of early customers are offered a free...
Polly Allcock, 30 Apr 2024 13:09
Target starts selling Starlink dishes (image: SpaceX)

Target now selling Starlink satellite Internet kits with free shipping

The new Starlink V4 satellite dish and Internet router paraphernalia have now arrived in Target stores with self installation instructions. The retailer also offers Residential and Roam service plan subscriptions and 30-day retur...
Daniel Zlatev, 30 Apr 2024 11:49
The new 800W Alternator Charger. (Source: EcoFlow)

Deal | Get an EcoFlow 800W Alternator Charger with a new DELTA-series portable generator for up to 35% off

EcoFlow is promoting its new 800W Alternator Charger via an up-to-35% sale off its bundles with the DELTA Pro or 2-series portable generators with which it is intended to be used. The Alternator is rated to increase the amount of ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2024 19:02
New LFP battery can power an EV for a month (image: CATL)

CATL announces solid-state battery production and 600-mile LFP pack that can power EVs for a month

The Shenxing Plus battery adds 372 miles in 10 minutes of charging and is built with affordable LFP cell chemistry. CATL also budged on solid-state batteries and will start their mass production.
Daniel Zlatev, 29 Apr 2024 16:14
Elon Musk in China (image: SCMP)

Tesla stock jumps on FSD China launch but it has to use Baidu just like Apple

Elon Musk has reportedly been steered into using Baidu mapping services for Tesla's FSD launch in China. Local self-driving service providers like XPeng welcomed the competition.
Daniel Zlatev, 29 Apr 2024 15:09
FSD 12 navigates road construction course (image: Sawyer Merritt/X)

Tesla prices Enhanced Autopilot subscription at $99/month in China as Elon Musk lands to discuss FSD 12 rollout

While Elon Musk postponed his visit to India, he is now in China to discuss the FSD launch. On the run-up to the release, Tesla has now priced its Enhanced Autopilot there as an expensive subscription option.
Daniel Zlatev, 28 Apr 2024 10:58
Cool Cherry Red Model Y used for FSD demo in Europe (image: Rikard Fredriksson/LinkedIn)

Tesla demoes FSD 12 to European regulators with a Cherry Red Model Y on German roads

Tesla has begun the regulatory push for the approval of its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) system in Europe.
Daniel Zlatev, 27 Apr 2024 13:33
Tesla now offers FSD tutorials and a free trial (image: Tesla/YT)

Federal Autopilot recall investigation might delay Tesla Robotaxi and CyberCab approvals as NHTSA says accidents keep happening

The NHTSA disclosed that Tesla's Autopilot was active during 13 fatal crashes, as determined by its initial investigation. It is now extending it, this time into the very nature of the Autopilot recall that Tesla issued late last ...
Daniel Zlatev, 27 Apr 2024 12:43
Quicksilver Model Y arrives in the US (image: Tesla)

Model Y price is cheapest ever at $23,550 with new WA state rebate as Tesla adds Quicksilver color option

The Washington State Department of Commerce has introduced a new program for instant EV purchase or lease rebates that can amount to a $9,000 discount for 3-year leases. For shorter leases or direct purchases, the rebate is $5,000...
Daniel Zlatev, 26 Apr 2024 17:02
The Toyota bZ3C (above) and bZ3X are electric SUVs for the Chinese market. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota unveils new bZ3C and bZ3X electric SUVs at show

Two new EVs from Toyota, the bZ3C and bZ3X, were revealed at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The electric SUVs, designed for younger drivers and families, will launch in China. Toyota has shared some details about...
Polly Allcock, 26 Apr 2024 15:13
An SU7 is born. (Source: Xiaomi)

SU7: Xiaomi secures over 75,000 orders for its first-gen car

The heretofore electronics-focused OEM Xiaomi unleashed its inaugural own-brand car less than a month ago in 2024 - nevertheless, the company now claims to be able to deliver another batch of the vehicle's variants by mid-year. Th...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2024 15:03
The Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Lite (2nd Gen) is now available in the EU. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches new folding Electric Scooter 4 Lite (2nd Gen)

Xiaomi is now selling its Electric Scooter 4 Lite (2nd Gen) in France, and the new model is expected to land in other EU countries soon. Compared to its predecessor, the second generation scooter has a higher capacity battery for ...
Polly Allcock, 25 Apr 2024 21:53
The ID.UX line will come with a new look. (Source: Volkswagen)

Volkswagen ID. CODE previewed as L4 self-driving car at Chinese auto show

Volkswagen has showcased its latest developments in automotive design at the 2024 Auto China event. The next-gen features are projected to come combined with Level 4 autonomous driving in the upcoming ID. CODE e-SUV. The new range...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2024 19:08
Critical battery materials can be recycled up to 95% now (image: Redwood Materials)

Electric vehicles get cleaner than gas cars in 15,000 miles as battery recycling picks up

The Redwood Materials battery recycling company of one Tesla founder is now able to extract most of the valuable metals and critical materials from a used EV battery.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Apr 2024 18:33
More than a car company (image: Tesla)

Tesla ready to add FSD HW5 to 85,000 Nvidia H100 chips running AI compute for CyberCab service

The Robotaxi and cheaper Tesla cars that will launch at the end of the year or early in 2025, will still run FSD HW4. Tesla's Hardware 5, however, is around the corner.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Apr 2024 15:18
The Decathlon B’TWIN E-Fold 900 is a new folding e-bike. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon announces new B’TWIN E-Fold 900 folding e-bike

A new folding e-bike is on the way from Decathlon: the B’TWIN E-Fold 900. The model will launch in the next few weeks and has already appeared on the company’s UK site. Its features include a one-second unfolding solution and a ba...
Polly Allcock, 25 Apr 2024 12:21
The Tesla Cybertruck may be cheaper for Tesla to produce by the end of 2024 as battery and EV manufacturing ramps and cheapens. (Image source: Tesla - edited)

Tesla makes 1,000 Cybertrucks weekly as low 4680 cell cost means imminent price drop — at least for production

At this rate, Tesla will be able to fulfil all Cybertruck reservations in a little more than 38 years. An imminent drop in the price of Tesla's 4680 cell production means that the Cybertruck will likely also soon become cheaper fo...
Julian van der Merwe, 25 Apr 2024 00:49
The Decathlon RR900e is a new hardtail e-bike. (Image source: Decathlon)

Decathlon launches new RR900e hardtail e-bike with Bosch motor

The Decathlon RR900e is a new hardtail e-bike which has been launched in Europe. The 12-speed model features a mid-mounted Bosch motor, a RockShox suspension fork and various Shimano parts. Plus, you can connect your smartphone vi...
Polly Allcock, 24 Apr 2024 21:11
Fast charging is worth a lot in practice. (Image: pexels/Hilary Halliwell)

Safe, cheap, fast charging: Na-S solid-state battery becomes tangible

Enormous conductivity, scalable manufacturing process and reliable charging. With optimized production, readily available raw materials and solid electrolyte, solid sodium batteries could soon be practically usable - with record-b...
Mario Petzold, 24 Apr 2024 14:08
New Model 3 Performance qualifies for tax credit (image: Top Gear/YT)

Model 3 Performance review tests acceleration as Tesla prices it with tax credit

Tesla made the 2024 Model 3 Performance qualify for the full $7,500 tax credit amount by pricing it from $52,990. The first Model 3 Performance review and tests are out.
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Apr 2024 13:42
Tesla ride-hailing service UI (image: Tesla)

Tesla launching cheaper models early as it previews its ride-hailing service UI

Tesla will launch more affordable cars in the first half of 2025, but it didn't become clear if those will be brand-new models, or iterations of existing cars. Besides the Robotaxi, Tesla owners will also be able to use its FSD AI...
Daniel Zlatev, 24 Apr 2024 09:28
Fisker once again finds itself in the news for all the wrong reasons — potentially for the last time. (Image source: Fisker - edited)

Fisker bankruptcy looms over EV maker despite recent Ocean price slash

Fisker looks to be in deeper trouble than it previously let on. A new Fisker filing reveals that it will face bankruptcy within 30 days if it cannot drum up some investment before then.
Julian van der Merwe, 23 Apr 2024 22:47
The new Range Rover Electric undergoing winter testing at -4°C in Sweden. (Image source: Land Rover)

Range Rover EV: new electric 4x4 SUV struts its stuff in frosty testing teaser

The new Range Rover EV has gone for a spin on the icy lakes of Sweden. Land Rover has also teased some details of its impressive-sounding in-house motor design and revealed a very familiar design for the upcoming luxury electric S...
Julian van der Merwe, 23 Apr 2024 20:19
The SU7 will have a cheaper sibling (image: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi making a Tesla Model Y competitor and a cheaper SU7

After the runaway success of its first electric car, one of the world's largest phone makers is preparing to launch more EVs.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Apr 2024 18:53
Teslas cost peanuts to own (image: Tesla)

Tesla cars are cheapest to own with half the Toyota maintenance costs over 5 years

It takes very little in maintenance and repair costs to own a Tesla for five or even 10 years. At the other end of the spectrum are German premium cars like Mercedes, Audi, or Porsche, but they are not the worst offenders when it ...
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Apr 2024 16:11

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