Tesla sometimes uses remote human operators to drive its robotaxis
According to a report by Wired, a letter sent to Senator Ed Markey by Tesla reveals that the company sometimes relies on actual human operators, driving the company’s robotaxis that are currently being tested around the US. Some Tesla vehicles are already deployed in Austin, Texas, without a human present in the car. Instead, Tesla relies on remote operators to… Read more…
Arc Boats’ new ‘high-octane package’ makes your boat worse for April Fools
It’s April Fools’ Day, also known as the worst day on the internet, where everyone thinks they’re clever with their fake announcements. Read more…
Tesla confirms Model S and Model X production is over — only ~600 left
Elon Musk confirmed today that Tesla has stopped producing the Model S and Model X. Custom orders are no longer accepted, and only about 600 vehicles remain in inventory worldwide. Read more…
Toyota’s electric SUV is suddenly one of America’s top-selling EVs
Toyota sold over 10,000 electric bZ SUVs in the first three months of 2026, beating out GM’s top-selling Chevy Equinox EV. Read more…
Republican Senator Calls Chinese Cars A ‘Cancer,’ Vowing Stricter Ban
Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio said he would introduce legislation to ban partnerships that could bring Chinese cars into America. Lire la suite…
VW Boss Says Physical Controls Are A ‘Non-Negotiable’
Volkswagen’s capacitive controls and funky model names are going away, the brand’s CEO says. Lire la suite…
You can now talk to ChatGPT on Apple CarPlay
Apple released iOS 26.4 last week, and it brought with it support for third-party AI chatbots in CarPlay. The providers of said chatbots did need to update their apps to support this new functionality, and this now seems to be the case, at least with ChatGPT (other chatbots may work too, and if they don’t right now, they surely will… Read more…
e-Vadea launches charging solution for electric HGVs
The multi-technical service provider SPIE is expanding its charging portfolio in France with a focus on electric commercial vehicles. It will initially build seven HPC charging stations optimised for electric trucks along highways operated by Autoroutes Paris-Rhin-Rhône. Read more…
Fraunhofer IFAM uses electrodes to support battery recycling
In the MeGaBat project, researchers at Fraunhofer IFAM in Bremen, Germany, are developing an electrochemical process that isolates materials such as lithium, cobalt and nickel during battery recycling. The team also aims to recover rare earth elements in the future. Read more…
Zeekr 7X review: Late to the party, but still convincing
Geely’s Zeekr brand had long intended to enter the German market, but the launch was repeatedly delayed. A few weeks ago, the first units of the 7X were delivered to customers. We had the opportunity to test this Chinese electric SUV and can share our impressions of whether the wait was truly worthwhile.
Sion Power’s Licerion cells exceed 500 Wh/kg for defense and aerospace
Kia unveils US-spec EV3, for sale this year, picking up the ball Volvo dropped
Kia has unveiled the US version of its EV3 small SUV, which has been selling like gangbusters overseas and will come to the American market by the end of this year. Read more…
Subaru announces new Getaway 3-row EV SUV and we got a sneak preview
Subaru just revealed its new Getaway EV, a 420hp three-row SUV. But we got a sneak preview last month in California for the inside scoop. Read more…
Xiaomi hires Tesla’s former head of sales in China to lead its auto retail push
Xiaomi has recruited Kong Yanshuang, formerly Tesla’s General Manager for the China region, to take charge of its growing automotive sales operations. The hire signals a significant professionalization of Xiaomi’s EV retail strategy as the company targets 550,000 deliveries in 2026. Read more…
Hyundai unveils new Ford Bronco-like Boulder SUV Concept [Images]
The Boulder SUV Concept is a preview of Hyundai’s first body-on-frame vehicle set to launch in the US. Here’s our first look at the rugged off-roader. Read more…
Xiaomi brings in Tesla veterans to strengthen retail and manufacturing operations
Former Tesla China general manager Kong Yanshuang has joined Xiaomi EV, while another veteran with Giga Shanghai management experience is also set to join.
Xiaomi is bringing in Tesla veterans to bolster retail and channel management amid slowing delivery growth.
UK: Entry-level BMW iX3 40 available from £53,250
After launching in Germany, BMW has introduced the iX3 40 as a lower-priced entry into its Neue Klasse electric SUV line-up in the UK. There, the EV starts at £53,250. First deliveries are scheduled for the summer. Read more…
The 2027 Subaru Getaway 3-Row EV Has Over 300 Miles Of Range
Subaru’s most powerful production model can sprint to 60 mph in less than five seconds—and carry up to seven people. Lire la suite…
Ford’s CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming
Jim Farley went on record saying that the American automaker wants a piece of the Model 3 and Model Y’s pie. Lire la suite…
