For the last few weeks, we’ve been running a sidebar survey about some of the factors that are convincing Electrek readers to add home solar power systems to their homes. After receiving over a thousand responses, here’s what you told us. Read more…
Chery claims 1,300 km range with new solid-state battery
Chinese automaker Chery has just revealed a new battery prototype that could challenge everything we know about the range of electric cars. At a company event in Wuhu, Chery pulled the curtain back on its first self-developed all-solid-state battery. The company claims this new battery has a cell energy density of 600 Wh/kg. Chery claims its new battery could lead… Read more…
Chery claims 1,300 km range with new solid-state battery
Chinese automaker Chery has just revealed a new battery prototype that could challenge everything we know about the range of electric cars. At a company event in Wuhu, Chery pulled the curtain back on its first self-developed all-solid-state battery. The company claims this new battery has a cell energy density of 600 Wh/kg. Chery claims its new battery could lead… Read more…
TRUMPF develops laser application for battery coating
German machine tools and laser technology supplier TRUMPF has developed new laser applications for adhesive and coating preparation in battery production and for corrosion protection of aluminum components. Coating or laminating battery cells before gluing them into modules or trays protects against short circuits and environmental influences, increasing the safety and service life of the battery… Read more…
Lucid Gravity Highway Range Test: ‘Not Quite As Expected,’ And Here’s Why
The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is EPA-rated at 450 miles of range. Here’s why it fell short in a 70 mph highway drive down to 1%. Lire la suite…
LMR Batteries Could Unlock Midsize EV Trucks, GM President Says
Why aren’t there any midsize electric trucks? It’s the batteries, Mark Reuss said on the Plugged-In Podcast. Lire la suite…
The BMW iX3 Already Looks Like It’s Going To Be A Hit
The number of orders has surpassed the combustion BMW X3 in Germany. Is this about to be a big hit for the carmaker? Lire la suite…
BMW veers into uncharted waters with first ever SELF-INFLATING SUP
BMW is charting fresh waters — literally — with a self-inflating electric stand-up paddle board (SUP) that pairs high–performance battery power with with premium materials, digital connectivity and a whole ecosystem of accessories. Read more…
Chicago suburb is joining a quiet revolution in paratransit service
The EV revolution isn’t just happening on the main routes of big cities, it’s increasingly happening in the commercial vehicle space – and paratransit services offer a nearly ideal use case for battery-powered rides. Read more…
FLIT’s new folding e-bike comes with a free pound of caviar and a side of satire
In the increasingly posh world of premium folding electric bikes, one British company is putting its tongue firmly in its cheek – and maybe a few fish eggs on your toast – to highlight what it sees as the absurdity of e-bike pricing. Read more…
Big MAN arrives: Italian logistics firm rolls out first MAN eTGX 6×2-4 rigid truck
Italian logistics specialist Fratelli Foppiani Trasporti has become one of the first operators to deploy the new MAN eTGX electric trucks, taking delivery of a 4×2 semi tractor and a new, 6×2-4 rigid truck packing absolutely MASSIVE battery packs that are ready to get to work. Read more…
An Electric Hummer, Rivian And Mercedes G-Wagen Were Driven Until They Died. I’d Choose The Loser Anyway
If you want to get the most range out of your off-roader, you’re going to have to put up with some serious sacrifices on the trail. Lire la suite…
Leiters to become Porsche CEO & Blume’s VW contract is extended
As previously indicated, Michael Leiters will replace Oliver Blume as CEO of Porsche from 1 January 2026. Blume will remain at the helm of the Volkswagen Group. His contract there was extended until 2030. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in October 2025
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Cadillac Optiq crosses the Atlantic, but loses something in translation
General Motors is bringing a taste of American electric luxury to Europe with the Cadillac Optiq. The stylish new crossover is the brand’s most affordable EV, and is now available for order in several European countries. Unfortunately, European customers will be getting a vehicle that is very different from the one sold in the United States, raising questions about whether… Read more…
Target picks Chevy Brightdrop for your next Frontdoor delivery
It looks like retail giant Target has been reading our posts about the Chevy Brightdrop being the best deal in the commercial EV business, because the company has picked GM’s electric box van to pilot a new, dedicated last-mile delivery service in Dallas-Fort Worth. Read more…
Ride farther, climb higher, smile wider – meet the Cikada Touring e-Bike
If you’ve been dreaming about hitting the open road on two wheels with serious power, comfort, and style, the Cikada Touring e-Bike might just be your perfect ride. Designed for modern explorers who want adventure without compromise, this premium e-bike blends high-end performance with thoughtful design. Read more…
Past classic that deserves the electric update: Buick Electra Grand National
The current EV era is ripe with revered classic car designs and iconic nameplates that are being reborn as battery-powered rides – and the success of cars the Renault 5 proves it can be a winning formula. Today, I’m suggesting another 1980s classic that deserves a modern electric update: the Buick Grand National. Read more…
The Lamborghini Temerario Is Destroyer Of Windshields, And Electric Motors Are To Blame
Lamborghini’s new hybrid supercar is turning loose gravel into ammunition against drivers following too closely. Lire la suite…
GM has a big plan for an entire family of affordable electric cars
The Chevy Bolt is returning to showrooms with a promise to be as affordable as ever. But for General Motors, this is just the beginning. The company is planning to launch an entire “family” of low-cost electric cars, with the new lineup giving buyers what they really want: EVs that don’t empty their bank accounts. General Motors President Mark Reuss… Read more…
