We were lucky enough to secure one of the first customer allocations for a BMW iX3 50 xDrive, and over the coming months we will be sharing what it’s actually like to live with. Our iX3 will serve as both a daily commuter and a family car for longer journeys, giving us plenty of opportunities to test it in very… Read more…
Illinois just made 40 mph e-bikes street legal – but there’s a huge catch
Illinois just signed a sweeping new electric bicycle law that, among many other changes, finally answers a question that has been hanging over the rapidly growing market for high-powered electric bikes: What exactly are we supposed to do with all of these 35 and 40 mph “e-bikes” that don’t fit into the normal three-class electric bicycle system. Read more…
Robot delivery dog dumps hot steaming packages on your doorstep [video]
The new R-dog delivery robot hopes to replace your local gig-workers with a friendly face, red cap, approachable design, and even furry tail – all cute and adorable, until it poops your package onto your porch. Read more…
MacGregor says demand for its electric cranes is BOOMING in 2026
Demand for MacGregor’s maritime cranes has been strong in the first half of 2026, and Swedish heavy lift experts say their electric offerings are now making up more than 80% of the company’s new crane orders. Read more…
Toyota swallowed its pride to sell the bZ5 at half the price of Tesla Model Y
In China, the confusing theater of the world’s wildest electric vehicle market, logic seems to have gone on holiday. To survive the bruising price war started by the local automakers, Toyota has set its rulebook on fire, rolled up its sleeves, and delivered the refreshed 2027 bZ5 with a price tag that feels like a misprint. Built under the FAW-Toyota… Read more…
VW Turned The ID. Buzz Into An Electric Camper Van. The U.S. Is Next.
The Volkswagen ID. California Cruise is a simple camper van based on the retro-styled ID. Buzz. A U.S. version is coming too. Read More…
Cape Town receives 38 Volvo electric buses with local production
Volvo Buses has announced the delivery of 38 BZR Low Entry electric buses in Cape Town, marking the introduction of the first electric buses with locally manufactured bodies in South Africa. The bodies are produced on-site by the Gauteng Bus and Coach Centre in Johannesburg. Read more…
Munich Electrification unveils HV Disconnector between battery and vehicle
Munich Electrification presents an innovative battery disconnect device for high-voltage systems in commercial vehicles at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany. Unlike the currently used mechanical or pyrotechnic fuses, the Munich-based company’s solution is based on a chip circuit. Read more…
BYD Is Building Its Ultra-Fast Flash Charging Network At A Ferocious Pace
Its Flash Charging network just hit 10,000 stations and a third of the people using them don’t even drive a BYD. Read More…
Skyworth unveils world premiere truck at IAA Transportation
Chinese manufacturer Skyworth Auto will showcase five next-generation electric commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover. The highlight of the presentation will be the world premiere of the heavy-duty electric truck Skyworth Z9, which can operate autonomously at Level 4. Read more…
FAW-VW opens ID. AURA T6 pre-sales, betting on locally developed smart tech to win over Chinese buyers
The ID. AURA T6 starts at a pre-sales price of 135,900 yuan ($20,040) and offers a range of up to 660 km. Read more…
Generational finds cell-voltage imbalance in one in 85 used EVs tested in the UK
Generational’s analysis finds one in 85 used EVs in the UK show cell-voltage imbalance, revealing hidden battery faults affecting range and charging. Read more…
Hyundai is launching a new electric SUV that will sit above the IONIQ 5
Hyundai has several new electric SUVs coming, including a new global D-segment SUV positioned slightly above the IONIQ 5. Read more…
Kia is recalling over 21,000 EV9 SUVs over a faulty airbag issue
Kia issued a recall affecting more than 21,000 EV9 SUVs because the airbag system may fail to detect a child in the front seat. Read more…
Asahi Kasei’s pre-doping technology cuts first-cycle capacity loss in silicon-rich cells
Asahi Kasei’s lithium pre-doping technology reduces first-cycle capacity loss in silicon-rich lithium-ion cells, boosting energy density and cycle life. Read more…
This American Battery Could Break China’s Grip On The EV Supply Chain
The next big EV breakthrough may have nothing to do with solid-state batteries. Read More…
Podcast: Tesla Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rise, VW launch electric camper, 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 announcing the Cybercab launch, Cybertruck prices rising, VW launching an electric camper, and more. Read more…
1 in 7 US students now goes to a solar-powered school
Solar power now powers more than 10,800 US K-12 schools – that means 1 in 7 students goes to a school powered by the sun – but battery storage hasn’t quite caught on yet. Read more…
Emobi and OmniTrust partner to advance Plug & Charge adoption
Emobi partners with OmniTrust to advance secure Plug & Charge adoption using JustPlug, enhancing EV charging security and interoperability. Read more…
Tesla’s Cybercab Launch Is Next Week. Here’s What Tesla Still Needs To Prove
Tesla scheduled a Cybercab launch event for next week. But will you actually be able to buy one for $30,000? Read More…
