Sean Duffy, whose transportation expertise comes from being a contestant on the reality TV show Road Rules, is going back to his roots and filming a reality TV show while on the job. Read more…
Rivian rolls out ‘Hey Rivian’ AI assistant with full vehicle control
Rivian is rolling out its new AI-powered voice assistant to all Gen 1 and Gen 2 R1 owners as part of its latest over-the-air software update. The feature, activated by saying “Hey Rivian” or holding the left steering wheel button, requires an active Connect+ subscription. Read more…
BYD launches new Seagull with LiDAR for $13,000, setting a first for entry-level EVs [Video]
The Seagull is now the first A00-class EV with a roof-mounted LiDAR. BYD launched the 2026 Seagull with a LiDAR starting at about $13,000, bringing smart-driving tech to its most affordable EV. Read more…
California bets on sodium-ion batteries for extreme heat regions
California renewable energy developer Juniper Energy has partnered with Alsym Energy to deploy 500 MWh of sodium-ion battery storage projects across California. Read more…
Rivian Assistant starts rolling out with the ability to control every aspect of your EV
Today Rivian has started rolling out the Rivian Assistant, which you definitely won’t be shocked to hear is an AI assistant for your car (novel concept, we know). The Rivian Assistant “is built directly into your vehicle’s hardware and software, providing the unique power to talk to every aspect of the vehicle and get things done for you”, the company’s… Read more…
inepro Metering’s new devices bring portable on-site accuracy testing to EV charge points
inepro Metering launches Tunkia TE1000 and TE1100 for fast, on-site accuracy testing of EV charge points to ensure billing compliance and audit readiness. Read more…
Toyota and Lexus just made EV road trips way easier
The new 2026 ES will be the first Lexus model to feature Toyota’s Arene software platform, unlocking new features including EV route planning. Read more…
Waymo recalls 3,791 robotaxis over flooded road incident, deploying OTA software fix
Waymo has filed a voluntary recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) covering 3,791 robotaxis after one of its vehicles drove into a flooded road in San Antonio last month. No one was injured. Read more…
Tesla finally launches Supercharger virtual queue pilot after fights broke out
Tesla is now testing a virtual waitlist feature at five Supercharger locations, allowing drivers to join a queue through the Tesla app instead of physically lining up at crowded stations. Read more…
Ford explains every Mustang Mach-E has a distinct ‘personality’
Didn’t you know your vehicle has its own personality? Ford said all 2026 Mustang Mach-E’s have a unique “personality,” and it’s not just a different look. Here’s how they compare. Read more…
Mazda Is Already Behind On EVs. Now, It’s Delaying The Next One In Favor Of More Hybrids
The company just delayed its first EV project by two years. In doing so, it admitted that it had barely started on the hard part. Read More…
Tesla’s April China retail breakdown: Model Y continues to dominate with nearly 90% share
Model Y retail sales in China reached 22,990 vehicles in April, up 15.04% year-on-year. Read more…
This week in electric bus news: e-bus fleets growing in Sweden, Italy, Brazil and Uganda, managed charging pilot in Scotland
Electric bus fleets grow in Sweden, Italy, Brazil, and Uganda with managed charging pilots in Scotland led by First Bus and Optimo Energy. Read more…
Sodium-ion batteries now in mass production, a shift in low-cost EVs should follow
Until recently, sodium-ion batteries were the subject of research, and you could only find them in labs. However, the commercialization happened faster than we anticipated and now Pret – a company that produces sodium-ion batteries, said that mass production of multiple sodium-ion products has already started. Sodium-ion batteries are now being used for energy storage, backup power, vehicle start-stop systems… Read more…
Jeep Avenger Electric qualifies for UK EV grant
The fully electric Jeep Avenger now qualifies for the UK government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), reducing prices by £1,500. The compact electric SUV is now available from £28,499. Read more…
Rivian’s New AI Voice Assistant Is Rolling Out Now
The Rivian Assistant hits the R1S and R1T via the startup’s latest software update. The R2 is next. Read More…
Li Auto schedules Q1 earnings release for May 28 after delivery beat
Li Auto delivered 95,142 vehicles in the first quarter, beating the upper end of its delivery guidance of 85,000 to 90,000 units. Read more…
Toyota and Hyroad to scale H2 trucking in California
Toyota and Nikola fueling station spinoff Hyroad are joining forces to scale hydrogen-powered transportation with integrated fueling, vehicles, and logistics support in Southern California. Toyota Motor North America and Hyroad Energy will collaboratively deploy 40 new hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks in the region. Read more…
Silent as the grave
While the production of electric cars is being pulled back in the US, there is nothing as certain as death and taxes, and making that final journey in silent luxury has retained consistent appeal. General Motors is providing a rear-wheel-drive Liriq platform for hearse applications. In Florida, Wolf Coach Builders is offering the all-electric Cadillac Lyriq in two hearse formats. Read more…
Driivz to support rollout of Duracell E-Charge network in the UK
Driivz has partnered with Duracell E-Charge to support the rollout of an ultra-fast EV charging network across the UK. The software platform will provide charging operations, billing, roaming and remote diagnostics. Read more…
