On today’s highly observant episode of Quick Charge, Waymo founder John Krafcik takes aim at Tesla’s Full Self Driving hardware limitations and Volvo Cars rolls out their most important new product of the 2020s: the all-new EX60 electric SUV. Read more…
Humanoid robots build a new excavator every 6 minutes, RIGHT NOW
Chinese heavy equipment giant Zoomlion isn’t planning to deploy an army of humanoid robots on its factory floors in the future – they’ve got robots on the job right now. The company is already using these ‘bots to power its “third growth curve,” and they’ve been churning out a new excavator every six minutes for years. Read more…
Waymo founder trashes Tesla safety as Waymos illegally pass school buses
Waymo founder John Krafcik made headlines this week with claims that Tesla’s cameras-only approach to Full Self Driving was “myopic,” but the self-driving taxis from the company he helped found keep illegally passing school buses – and putting kids at risk. Read more…
Nio Onvo launches HarmonyOS app for Huawei devices
The Nio main brand’s mobile app has already been adapted for HarmonyOS, while the Firefly sub-brand has yet to do so.
On December 31, Tesla’s native HarmonyOS app was launched on Huawei’s App Gallery.
Nio Onvo launches HarmonyOS app for Huawei devices
The Nio main brand’s mobile app has already been adapted for HarmonyOS, while the Firefly sub-brand has yet to do so.
On December 31, Tesla’s native HarmonyOS app was launched on Huawei’s App Gallery.
Xpeng becomes latest EV maker to launch 7-year financing plan in China
Xpeng joins Tesla, Xiaomi, and Li Auto in offering ultra-long-term, low-interest financing for vehicle purchases.
This approach helps reduce vehicle purchase costs while avoiding price wars.
Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius previews the upcoming new S-Class
In a short video, Mercedes’ CEO Ola Källenius previewed the upcoming S-Class refreshed model. The car itself is camouflaged, so you can see only tiny bits of the new design. Even though the upcoming S-Class release is labeled as “refresh”, the CEO says that it’s the most “radical refresh” in Mercedes history to mark the 140th anniversary of the company… Read more…
Introducing Electrek Forums: A new hub for the EV and green energy community
We are excited to announce a major addition to the site today: the launch of Electrek Forums. Read more…
Watch Hyundai’s electric sports car take off like an absolute animal, fake shifting and all
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N will go on sale in the US and Europe soon, but we are already getting a look at it in action. Read more…
Noon Energy proves 100+ hour battery for clean energy storage
With data centers projected to consume as much as 12% of total US electricity by 2028, Noon Energy says it has hit a key milestone: successfully operating a scaled-up, ultra-long-duration energy storage system for thousands of hours, capable of delivering clean power continuously for more than 100 hours at a time. Read more…
Wind and solar overtook fossil fuels across Europe in 2025
Europe’s power mix hit a tipping point in 2025. Wind and solar generated more electricity across the European Union than fossil fuels for the first time last year, according to Ember’s newly released European Electricity Review. Wind and solar supplied a record 30% of EU power, edging past fossil fuels at 29%. Read more…
Tesla FSD Super Users Can Now Get Half-Price Car Insurance
Lemonade’s new “Autonomous Car Insurance” is offering hefty discounts to Tesla drivers who use Full Self-Driving. Lire la suite…
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the best bang for your buck for an EV?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the most popular EVs for its affordable price, long range capabilities, and modern tech. Is it the best bang for your buck when it comes to an EV. Read more…
Volvo reveals EX60 SUV, its fastest charging EV yet – and an offroad surprise
Volvo has revealed the full look and specs of its upcoming EX60, fitting into the upper-middle segment of its electric product line, made with new megacasting technology and with class-leading range and charging performance. Read more…
MSI EV Life NACS or J1772 NEMA 14-50 level 2 chargers $425, EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max $749 flash offer, Mammotion robot mower, more
Leading today’s Green Deals is the new MSI EV Life NEMA 14-50 Level 2 EV Chargers, with options for a NACS or J1772 connector – both being down at $425 right now. Right behind it, we have EcoFlow’s latest winter flash sale, which ends tonight and is cutting up to 62% off four units, one being the DELTA 3 Max Portable Power Station back at $749. There’s also Mammotion’s YUKA 2000 Robot Lawn Mower at $1,349, rechargeable AAA batteries for your home, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX Winter Sale with up to 65% discounts, and more.. Read more…
Genesis emerges as a dark horse in the luxury EV space as even bigger plans unfold
Over the past ten years, Genesis’ sales have grown “faster than any luxury marque in history,” according to Hyundai’s CEO. With several new vehicles launching in new segments, Genesis plans to become more than just a luxury brand over the next decade. Read more…
Volvo returns to the fight: meet the 810-km 2027 EX60 and its rugged Cross Country sibling
The electric mid-size SUV segment is a crowded, noisy place, with competitors throwing everything they have at the customers, hoping something sticks. Volvo has been absent from this market for some time, but that’s because the company has been quietly cooking something special in Sweden. The wait is finally over. Volvo has pulled the covers off the all-new 2027 EX60,… Read more…
‘Cell-To-Body’: How The Volvo EX60’s Battery Changes How EVs Are Built
Despite being smaller than the EX90, the new EX60 gets more range and a larger battery thanks to clever packaging. Lire la suite…
Volvo EX60 Revealed: ‘An End To Range Anxiety’, With Next-Generation Seat Belts
Volvo’s 400-mile electric crossover could be a major comeback story—and it’s packed with tech that takes EVs to the next level. Lire la suite…
The Volvo EX60 Cross Country Has Something The Rivian R2 Doesn’t
The Swedish EV one-ups both the Rivian R2 and the Tesla Model Y with a feature that used to be a staple of rugged-looking crossovers. Lire la suite…
