I’ve put over 200 km (125 miles) on Tesla’s latest ‘Full Self-Driving Supervised’ (FSD) v14 update, and I’ve gathered my thoughts in this article. Read more…
Nio faces chip shortage in ES8 production, offers temporary solution
Starting December 22, newly produced ES8 cars will utilize a new temporary solution for the rear-seat entertainment chip to ensure deliveries.
Nio is compensating affected customers and allowing them to switch to the standard solution once the chip shortage eases.
Tesla Ordered To Rename Autopilot Or Face Sales Suspension In California
Regulators want to give Tesla one last chance to do right by renaming Autopilot—or face an outright sales suspension in the state. Lire la suite…
Nio Onvo to launch Violet Edition for L60 on Dec 18, limited to 666 units
This marks one of Nio Inc’s intensively launched new limited-edition models, aimed at expanding marketing reach at lower costs and boosting brand visibility.
The Onvo L60 Violet Edition display vehicles are now available at Onvo stores, with deliveries commencing upon market launch.
BYD launches Tang L large hybrid SUV in Middle East markets
The Tang L, rebranded as the BYD Atto 8 in the Middle East, has been launched in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, with upcoming launches in the UAE and Bahrain.
BYD has launched nine models in the Middle East, including five PHEVs and four BEVs.
Exro Technologies: Notice of sale solicitaion process
Sponsored by FTI Consulting Canada Inc. On November 14, 2025, FTI Consulting Canada Inc. was appointed as receiver and manager (the “Receiver”) of all the assets, undertakings and properties of Exro Technology Inc., DPM Technologies Inc. and Cellex Energy Inc. (the “Debtors”) pursuant to an Order of the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta (the… Read more…
Porsche details new Cayenne Electric’s interior
Porsche has always focused on the driver, but the brand’s all-new Cayenne Electric takes that philosophy out of the analog realm and into the digital one. The German automaker is rolling out an entirely redesigned interior concept, dubbed the Driver Experience, which uses a new Digital Interaction system. A handful of new screens aside – this is a total reimagining… Read more…
Jaguar Knows You’re Shocked By Its New Car. But It’s Not Going Back
With nearly everything in the world working against it, how is Jaguar doing? We chatted with top executive Rawdon Glover to find out. Lire la suite…
Panasonic Energy to supply EV batteries for Zoox robotaxis
Panasonic Energy has signed an agreement with Zoox, the Amazon-owned autonomous ride-hailing company, to supply cylindrical lithium-ion batteries to power Zoox’s robotaxi fleet. Under the multi-year-agreement, Panasonic Energy will deliver its latest 2170 batteries beginning in early 2026. At first, Panasonic will supply Zoox’s cells from Japan, but plans to expand production to Panasonics Kansas… Read more…
Velotric Christmas Sale drops Summit 1 e-bike bundle back at $1,799 low, Heybike dual-battery Hauler e-bike at new $999 low, more
Headlining our Tuesday Green Deals this week is Velotric’s Christmas Gift Season Sale that is not only taking up to $400 off a select number of its e-bikes, but is also offering a FREE $100 gift card with purchases of $2,500 or more. Among the lineup, we spotted the Velotric Summit 1 Versatile Multi-Terrain e-bike with a $160 FREE bundle of gear back at its $1,799 low. Right behind it is Heybike’s Hauler Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike that comes with $89+ in FREE gear/gifts at a new $999 low, as well as Bluetti’s Elite 30 V2 Power Station at $204, an Autel EV Charger at its second-best pricing, and many more Christmas deals waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Hiboy Christmas EV Sale, the latest EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale that ends tonight, and more.. Read more…
BYD previews new flagship EV SUV and sedan for the first time
BYD offered a first look at its new flagship electric SUV and sedan, claiming the new EVs redefine high-end standards. Read more…
Is the Volkswagen ID.Polo the affordable EV successor it needs?
Volkswagen is gearing up to launch a new family of affordable EVs, starting with the ID.Polo. Can it fill the shoes of the popular low-cost hatch. Read more…
Sunrun + NRG launch a virtual power plant to ease Texas power demand
As Texas braces for tighter power margins and record demand on the ERCOT grid, Sunrun and NRG Energy are transforming home batteries into a giant virtual power plant. The two companies are integrating more home battery storage into the grid and tapping those batteries when the state needs power the most. Read more…
Leapmotor to use ZF eRE+ range extender for premium electric SUV
ZF has announced that Chinese automaker Leapmotor will integrate its advanced eRE+ range extender technology into a version of the D19 premium SUV, starting in 2026. The eRE+ system enables generator operation and also supports switchable front-axle drive for all-wheel-drive capabilities. The eRE+ technology is built around an electric motor featuring an integrated inverter, accompanying… Read more…
Exro Technologies goes into receivership, puts EV drivetrain bussiness assets up for sale
Back in 2022, Exro Technologies introduced a new product that integrated an EV’s motor, drive, gearing and AC charging system into one compact system. (Read an in-depth interview with company executive Josh Sobil in our Oct-Dec 2022 print issue.) Combining EV components into more compact units is an ongoing trend, both in the powertrain (e-axles)… Read more…
Volkswagen Is Testing This Robotaxi With No Steering Wheel Or Pedals
The manufacturer says it’s using this driverless taxi prototype to gauge passenger reactions. Lire la suite…
Ilika ships 10 Ah Goliath solid-state EV battery prototypes
UK-headquartered solid-state battery developer Ilika has begun shipping its new 10 Ah Goliath battery prototypes to customers across multiple industries, including automotive companies. These new prototypes offer five times more capacity than the 2 Ah P1 prototypes delivered to customers in July 2024. The 10 Ah cells feature a proprietary oxide coating which offers improved… Read more…
Webinar: Advancing EV thermal management with Phase Change Materials (PCMs)
Unlock next‑generation cooling performance for EV power electronics and ADAS As electric vehicles evolve toward higher computing power and smarter ADAS capabilities, thermal challenges are becoming more critical than ever. Highly integrated systems generate significantly more heat-demanding innovative solutions that go beyond conventional thermal interface materials. This session provides an in-depth exploration of state‑of‑the‑art Phase… Read more…
Toyota is adding support for Apple’s digital car key feature
Toyota vehicles will support Apple’s Car Keys feature soon. This feature is said to now be live on Apple’s backend, although Toyota hasn’t made an official announcement about it yet. Thus, it’s unclear when it will actually become available to Toyota car owners. Toyota has its own Digital Key feature, that’s part of the Remote Connect package. This lets you… Read more…
EU Commission weakens CO₂ targets – a little bit
Negotiations on the exact contents of the EU Commission’s ‘Automotive Package’ continued down to the wire. While the once-fixed CO2 target for 2035 has been softened, it comes with several important conditions and additional regulations. We summarize what has been decided, outline the implications, and highlight where critical information is still missing. Read more…
