Volkswagen is planning an electric mid-size sedan in China, slightly larger than a Tesla Model 3. The ID.UNYX 07 is set to launch in 2026 and will be the first vehicle based on an electric platform developed specifically for China. Read more…
BYD to introduce ‘flash charging’ stations in South Africa
BYD plans to bring flash charging with up to 1,000 kW charging power not only to Europe, but also to South Africa. The first locations are set to go live in April or May 2026. Read more…
Canary Islands promote electric taxis, passenger vans and buses
The government of the Canary Islands has launched a new funding programme worth 1.875 million euros to support the adoption of electric vehicles in passenger transport. Taxi and bus operators, as well as other companies engaged in commercial passenger services, can apply for the subsidy. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla investing in xAI, Norway 100% EV, Aptera goes public, 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 investing in xAI, Norway going 100% EV, Aptera going public, and more. Read more…
2026 German Luxury Car of the Year winner isn’t German – it’s THIS new Cadillac
The EV-powered Cadillac renaissance continues as the all-new VISTIQ is named the winner of the prestigious 2026 German Car of the Year (GCOTY) award in the “luxury” category, bringing GM’s halo brand one step closer to reclaiming its “Standard of the World” status. Read more…
Prolectric pairs solar AND battery storage for big off-grid power [video]
UK-based Prolectric hopes to make the thrum of diesel generators a thing of the past with the unveiling of its new three-phase ProCharge battery energy storage system (BESS). The ProCharge is a rugged, compact, skid-mounted generator that combines 12 high-wattage solar panels with a massive battery to deliver up to 45 kVA of power wherever it’s needed. Read more…
ZEVs capture record 29.1% of California’s new car market in Q3
Californians just set another record for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption. In Q3 2025, residents bought 124,755 ZEVs – that’s nearly 1 in 3 new cars sold statewide. The 29.1% market share marks California’s highest quarterly total of ZEVs yet. Read more…
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is still a great deal
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 was one of the most affordable EVs you could lease in the US. Although the $7,500 EV credit has now expired, Hyundai is keeping the savings going with the 2026 model. Read more…
NYC debuts Bronx EV fast-charging hub for taxis and residents
New York City just brought another EV fast-charging station online, this time in the Bronx, one of the city’s most underserved areas for clean transportation. Read more…
Tesla’s “Mad Max” mode returns, stirring excitement and concern
Tesla has once again released a feature for its driver-assist system with a name designed to attract attention: “Mad Max.” This setting, part of what the company calls “Full Self-Driving (Supervised),” allows for higher speeds and more frequent lane changes. Some drivers are praising the update, but it arrives at a time when Tesla is already facing questions from safety… Read more…
Nothing About The Hyundai Inster Should Impress You. But It Does
This is one composed little car, even when you take it way outside what you thought was its comfort zone. Lire la suite…
Kia has another EV on the way, codenamed ‘CB’
Kia plans to introduce a new electric vehicle, codenamed CB, to its growing lineup. The new EV is part of an agreement that Kia reached with its union this week. Read more…
NOVONIX delivers synthetic graphite sample to carbon processor
Battery materials firm NOVONIX has delivered its first commercial-grade sample of synthetic graphite for industrial applications to one of North America’s largest value-added carbon processors. NOVONIX provided an industrial-grade mass production sample of specified products for final qualification for use in various industrial applications. Industrial-grade product qualification is fast and flexible and enables a faster… Read more…
Extended-Range EVs May Be A ‘Dead End,’ Study Says
We also discuss tariff relief for the auto industry and why resurrecting the Chevy Bolt EV was tougher than you think. Lire la suite…
It’s Not Just The Bolt. A ‘Family’ Of Low-Cost EVs Is Coming, GM President Says
GM plans to follow up the 2027 Bolt with other models costing around $30,000, Mark Reuss said on the Plugged-In Podcast. Lire la suite…
‘Absolutely’: GM President Says It’s Preparing For Chinese Competition In America
On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast: General Motors President Mark Reuss explains what’s next for the Chevy Bolt, affordable EVs, and competing with China. Lire la suite…
Zeekr 001 to receive 900-volt system voltage
Geely subsidiary Zeekr has redesigned its Zeekr 001 electric shooting brake. After raising the system voltage to 800 volts last year, it is now increasing to 900 volts, further boosting charging performance. The drive system has also been enhanced. Read more…
Leapmotor presents new flagship SUV with the Leapmotor D19
The luxury SUV, which measures over five metres long, has up to 540 kW, a 1000-volt architecture and a new type of CATL battery that combines LFP and NMC materials in one cell. The D19 is also the first production car to feature an oxygen generator on board. Read more…
Stellantis partners with Pony.ai to accelerate the development and deployment of robotaxis in Europe
Stellantis is today announcing a partnership with Pony.ai to jointly develop and test SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles. In case you don’t know, Level 4 means hands-off, eyes-off autonomy – ‘the dream’, practically, the one that’s always been ‘right around the corner’ if you listen to people with financial incentives to say that. The Stellantis and Pony.ai partnership will interestingly… Read more…
Taking stock of cable theft in the UK
With the rollout of charging infrastructure, the accompanying copper cables have become an attractive target for thieves. Newly aggregated UK police reports show that theft and vandalism at the nation’s EV charge points have cost millions of pounds since 2022. Read more…
