The Cadillac Lyriq was announced about four years ago and is now getting yet another refresh. The GM keeps it simple, though, and steers away from major changes. The pricing reflects that, as the newer Cadillac is negligibly more expensive and now starts at $61,695, which is $200 more than before. Perhaps more importantly, GM swapped out the CCS connector… Read more…
New Danfoss hydraulic pump increases equipment runtime by 50%
Scottish engineering and powertrain experts Danfoss have developed a new digital hydraulic system designed specifically for electric construction equipment that can reduce energy consumption from the machine’s battery by 35%, and improve runtime by more than 50%. (!. Read more…
Fiat reveals Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback
Fiat wants to grab a bigger slice of the family car market with two new entries. The Italian brand shared the first official images and details of its upcoming compact models, the Fiat Grizzly and the Fiat Grizzly Fastback. Scheduled to hit global dealerships in the second half of 2026, the new vehicles take over the top spot in the… Read more…
When public charging stations aren’t so public, and why it matters
Drivers opening an EV charging app for the first time today will be presented with thousands of so-called “public” chargers at local car dealers. Once they arrive, however, the store’s customers, store hours, security gates, and Wild West pricing can turn what should be a routine charging stop into a frustrating ordeal. For first-time EV drivers, that doesn’t just reflect poorly on the dealer – it reflects poorly on the EV, itself. And we need to fix it. Read more…
Harbinger gears up for war with autonomous military truck program
Commercial truck startup Harbinger is partnering with the robotics experts at American Rheinmetall to develop an uncrewed military ground vehicle based on the company’s medium duty hybrid and electric truck chassis. Read more…
All the new EVs you can buy with 0% financing in June 2026
Lease deals get all the hype, but a lot of people would still rather buy their vehicles. If that sounds like you, you’re in luck, because there’s a whole bunch of great EVs you can buy with 0% financing this month – including the best-selling Tesla Model Y. Read more…
Ford’s Chinese EREV Bronco Would Do Great In America. But Don’t Hold Your Breath
This rugged plug-in SUV would be great for Americans. But it’s made for China and likely won’t ever come here. Read More…
Malaysia: Stellantis starts local assembly of Leapmotor C10
Stellantis has started assembling the Leapmotor C10 in Malaysia, aiming to strengthen its presence in the ASEAN region. The mid-size SUV is the brand’s first locally built model in the region. Read more…
BYD plans to install its Flash Chargers at Sinopec petrol stations
BYD has formed a partnership in China with Sinopec to accelerate the expansion of its “Flash Charging” fast-charging network in the country. The move leverages Sinopec’s nationwide footprint of more than 30,000 petrol stations. Read more…
Carvana’s bet on Slate is ACTUALLY a bet on itself, as the future of automotive retail
As new electric vehicle brands like Scout and Slate search for alternatives to franchise auto dealers, America’s largest online auto retailer is quietly positioning itself to become the future of automotive retail. Read more…
Nth Cycle and Ionic Rare Earths team up to develop US rare earth refining
Nth Cycle and Ionic Rare Earths partner to develop US rare earth refining technology, reducing dependence on China for critical minerals. Read more…
Volkswagen’s push for more affordable EVs starts with these two
The first Volkswagen ID. Polo and Cupra Raval models rolled off the production line at the Group’s Martorell plant in Spain, the first of several new affordable, mass-market EVs. Read more…
T1 Energy buys KORE Power to cash in on the AI power boom
T1 Energy, formerly known as FREYR Battery, is buying battery storage and software company KORE Power in a deal aimed at growing its presence in the fast-expanding energy storage and AI data center markets. Read more…
Wallbox deploys its first Supernova PowerRing DC fast chargers
Wallbox just installed its first public Supernova PowerRing DC fast chargers at Port de Sitges, a busy marina on Spain’s Mediterranean coast near Barcelona. Read more…
Orange EV books largest single yard dog order in company’s history
Orange EV secures largest-ever order for 600 electric yard trucks, boosting fleet electrification and production capacity in North America. Read more…
bp pulse expands its EV charging network in Texas, Virginia and Louisiana
bp pulse expands its US EV charging network with new 400 kW DC fast charger sites in Texas, Virginia, and Louisiana at Travel Centers of America. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Semi nails big test, BMW iX3 range impresses, Xpeng catches up to Tesla, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla Semi nailing a big test, BMW iX3’s range impressing in a new test, Xpeng catching up to Tesla, and more. Read more…
Tesla pushes Roadster demo to August as SpaceX thruster work continues
Tesla has pushed the planned public demo of its next-generation Roadster to August or later, according to a report from The Information citing four people with knowledge of the program. It marks yet another delay for the vehicle first unveiled as a prototype nearly nine years ago. Read more…
BYD’s ‘world’s first’ 1,000-km range luxury GT is off to a hot start
The new Denza Z9 GT can drive over 1,000 km (621 miles) without stopping, fully recharge in under 10 minutes, and starts at about $40,000 in China. Now, BYD is unleashing it in Europe, the UK, and several other markets. Read more…
Lider Electric NEMA 14-50 receptacles earn UL certification with Electric Vehicle Marking
Lider Electric’s LN-1450RH and LN-1450RHW NEMA 14-50 receptacles earn UL certification with Electric Vehicle Marking for reliable EV charging. Read more…
