Leapmotor B03X features a 145 kW motor, a significant power boost over China’s A10. Read more…
Real-world highway range test of the new Rivian R2
Customer deliveries for the new Rivian R2 officially began in mid-2026. This compact SUV is very important for the automaker as it targets the mass market. To see how the new model performs outside of laboratory conditions, Tom Moloughney from the YouTube channel State of Charge, tested a production unit on public highways. The test evaluated the real-world efficiency of… Read more…
Canada’s Latest EV Is A 1960s Cafe Racer With Pedals
The new Beachman Aviator lineup starts with a Class 2 e-bike that doesn’t need a license or registration. Read More…
Nio supplier Seyond’s Q2 LiDAR shipments surge 385% as Robin series takes off
Seyond’s total second-quarter LiDAR shipments reached about 271,100 units, up about 49% from the previous quarter. Read more…
Tesla in-cabin camera fails to prevent 60 mph naps as Wisk Aero faces lawsuit
On today’s surveillance-heavy episode of Quick Charge, it sure looks like Tesla’s in-cabin driver cam failed to stop one woman from falling asleep at the wheel, but safety and attention monitoring may not be the end game for that camera after all. Read more…
Nio to start construction of Shanghai battery facility in H2, focusing on next-gen technology
The project, when completed, will house 31 lithium battery testing laboratories, 1 lithium-ion cell pilot line and 1 battery pack line. Read more…
BMW’s iX4 EV captured with a new look as its debut nears [Images]
The 2027 iX4 is set to join BMW’s electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a new coupe SUV-like style to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted ripping around the Nürburgring, flaunting its new look. Read more…
The Polestar 4 Is $25,000 Off. It’s A Great Deal On A Car I Love
The Polestar 4 is a stellar car for a great price, as long as you can tolerate its lack of a rear window. Read More…
Mercedes’ New Production Plan Could Make The ‘Baby’ G-Class EV Far Cheaper
Mercedes’ smaller G-Class may not be built in Germany but in Hungary alongside the brand’s other budget models. Read More…
Farmblox’s security system protects EV charging infrastructure from copper theft
Farmblox launches COP-R-LOCK, a sensor-based security system protecting EV charging infrastructure from costly copper theft and vandalism. Read more…
Nissan and Easelink develop automated EV charging system to improve V2G utilization
Nissan and Easelink develop an automated EV charging system to boost V2G utilization and improve grid integration with seamless vehicle connection. Read more…
Bentley’s first EV has a name and an official launch date
Bentley’s first EV is almost here. The luxury brand is now teasing the launch of the upcoming model, which is called Torcal and will be officially unveiled on September 23 in London. The name is inspired by El Torcal de Antequera in Spain, which is one of the most impressive karst landscapes in Europe. The word Torcal is also derived… Read more…
Tesla Cybercab: mass-producing a car it can’t sell or drive itself
Tesla is ramping up production of the Cybercab at Giga Texas, with more than 100 of the steering-wheel-less two-seaters already spotted in the factory’s outbound lots. Read more…
Kia is killing off its flagship sedan as it shifts to more efficient, lower-cost EVs
Kia is trading in its flagship sedan after 14 years to focus on smaller, more affordable electric vehicles. Read more…
Tesla app code reveals cabin camera will verify driver before FSD
Code buried in Tesla’s latest iOS app update points to a new feature that would use the in-car cabin camera to verify a driver’s identity before allowing “Full Self-Driving” to activate. Read more…
Skip The Rivian R2 Waitlist For Just $20,000 Over Sticker Price
The first used Rivian R2 has hit the market with just 50 miles on the odometer and a price tag that’s $19,000 above MSRP. Read More…
EVelution’s solar-powered Arizona plant will produce battery-grade cobalt sulfate
EVelution Energy starts building a solar-powered plant in Arizona to produce EV battery-grade cobalt sulfate, supplying 40% of US cobalt demand. Read more…
GWM starts pre-sales for new Tank 300, betting on longer range and smarter tech
Pre-sales for the new GWM Tank 300 series start at 259,800 yuan ($38,320), with the official launch set for July 19. Read more…
Fiat UK opens electric Topolino order books
First unveiled for mainland European markets in 2023, Fiat’s fully electric quadricycle is now available to order in the UK for the first time. Pricing starts at £8,995 OTR. Read more…
‘Constant’ physical pressure could ‘double’ battery lifespan, new study finds
A research team led by the University of Cambridge has investigated the impact of physical pressure on the lifespan of lithium-ion batteries – and found that “keeping batteries under constant pressure could double their lifespan”. Read more…
