Tesla is rolling out FSD V14.3.3 today, and among the changes is a 33% speed increase to Actually Smart Summon — the feature now tops out at 8 mph, up from the 6 mph cap (less impressive when you put it like that). Read more…
XPeng VLA 2.0 review: can this autonomous tech outsmart Beijing traffic?
Beijing traffic does not care about your feelings. It is a place where lane lines are merely decorative. Drivers there move with a level of aggression that would make a New York City cab driver blush. If a car hesitates for a fraction of a second, three other vehicles will fill that space. This is the ultimate testing ground for… Read more…
Amazon is deploying these massive cargo e-bikes for deliveries
Amazon is officially rolling out e-cargo bike deliveries in Washington, DC, as part of a new pilot program launched in partnership with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). The ten-month initiative, called “MicroFreight DC,” will see Amazon Delivery Service Partners making neighborhood deliveries using a fleet of battery-powered cargo bikes instead of traditional delivery vans. Read more…
This Supercharger Extension Cable Promises To Fix A Big Pain Point, But Falls Short: Expert
The production version of Hansshow’s second-generation extension cable promised to fix all of its predecessor’s problems. Read More…
Fisker went bankrupt and owners built open source car company from the ashes
When Fisker Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2024, it left roughly 11,000 Ocean SUV owners holding the keys to vehicles that cost them anywhere from $40,000 to $70,000 — and that were rapidly losing the software brains that made them work. No more over-the-air updates. No more connected services. No more warranty. The manufacturer was dead. Read more…
Sennebogen shows off electric, autonomous material handler
German equipment brand Sennebogen recently demonstrated a semi-autonomous material handling solution that combines an electric wheeled excavator, mobile battery, and a mobile shredder to improve throughput and efficiency in European recycling plants. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Milwaukee brings big electric power to any job site
Every job site needs to power to do work. Cordless hand tool brand Milwaukee knows that better than most, which is why the Big Red Truck is about to roll out with not one but two new products ready to bring big electric power to any job site. Read more…
Another African country targets fossil-free electric transit by 2030
The African nation of Uganda has announced a new National E-Mobility Strategy that it hopes will energize its manufacturing sector by transitioning the country’s public transit sector fully away from fossil fuels by 2030. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) raises Model Y prices by up to $1,000 — first increase in two years
Tesla has increased Model Y prices in the US by up to $1,000 across its Premium and Performance trims. It marks the first price increase on the Model Y in two years. Read more…
Nio Onvo begins L80 deliveries in China
Onvo held a delivery ceremony for the first owners at Nio’s Hefei F1 factory, with deliveries starting simultaneously in 15 other cities. Read more…
Rivian R2 configurator goes live with detailed pricing and option delivery timelines
Rivian has officially launched the online configurator for its much awaited Rivian R2. The American manufacturer has more than 200,000 reservations for this specific model. The online tool allows future owners to choose their preferred features, packages, and colors, while also shedding light on when specific configurations will actually reach driveways. The entry point for the lineup is the Standard… Read more…
BYD Denza hits 500,000-vehicle production milestone with N9 flash charging edition
The Denza N9 flash charging edition will be officially launched on May 18. Read more…
Here’s What The Biggest EV Skeptics Want In An Electric Car
A surprising number of people still want an EV, despite the bad vibes in the industry. Read More…
XPeng in talks to buy an empty Volkswagen factory
The European automotive market is experiencing an interesting shift. Legacy manufacturers dominated the continent for decades with massive factories and established supply chains, but now, the tables are turning in a rather ironic way. Young Chinese EV manufacturers are outgrowing their production lines, just as established local giants are trying to downsize. The latest example of this trend involves XPeng,… Read more…
Testing the entry-level Model Y: Where and how Tesla stripped back its bestseller
The figures suggest that Tesla’s strategy is working: registrations in Europe have increased again since the launch of the more affordable Model 3 and Model Y variants. But has Tesla struck the right balance with its cheaper base versions, or have some of the cost-cutting measures gone too far? Our review of the entry-level Model Y provides the answers.
CEO Interview: How Ionna Is Taking On The Tesla Supercharger Network
Ionna CEO Seth Cutler joins the Plugged-In Podcast to discuss how things are going and where the charging network is headed next. Read More…
Absurdly Fast EV Chargers Are Coming To America, But Cars Aren’t Ready
Forget 400 kilowatts. The next wave of electric vehicle chargers are getting ready for much faster speeds. Read More…
Segway’s wild new 60 MPH electric dirt bike is now officially on sale
Segway’s new Xaber 300 electric dirt bike is officially available for purchase starting today, with the company also confirming that the bike is now arriving at authorized dealers around the US. Read more…
Chroma’s battery tester validated Orion’s lithium-ion systems for NASA’s Artemis II crewed lunar mission
Chroma Systems Solutions validated NASA’s Orion lithium-ion batteries for the Artemis II lunar mission using its 17020 Battery Test System. Read more…
Xiaomi unveils Crimson Red YU7 GT ahead of official launch
Technology giant Xiaomi published new official images of its highly anticipated performance vehicle, the Xiaomi YU7 GT. Released on May 15, these fresh pictures give the public a clear look at a brand-new exterior paint option called Crimson Red. The electronics company turned automaker plans to officially launch this SUV by the end of May 2026 as a direct attempt… Read more…
