The luxury carmaker channeled its inner superhero with this one. Genesis unveiled the new GV60 Mountain Intervention Vehicle (MIV) this week in Switzerland, an off-road EV that can climb mountains. The concept is designed for extreme rescue missions. Check it out below. Read more…
EV Battery Degradation Just Isn’t Much Of An Issue
A British EV dealer analyzed 300 used EVs, and the results are more proof that you don’t have to worry about your car’s battery. Read more…
Massive solar array to power airside electric ground service vehicles at JFK Airport’s New Terminal One
John F. Kennedy International Airport, the busiest airport for international traffic in North America, always seems to be reinventing itself. It opened in 1948 as New York International Airport, although it was typically referred to then as Idlewild. The airport was intended as the world’s largest and most efficient, with “no confusion and no congestion.”… Read more…
viveEV unveils new 600 kW and 180 kW DC Fast Chargers
EV charging station manufacturer viveEV has launched two newly designed and reengineered DC fast chargers. The 600 kW DC Fast Charger and 180 kW DC Fast Charger. are designed for property owners, fleet operators and EV charging providers. viveEV’s 600 kW DC Fast Charger can deliver up to 600 kW per dispenser, and offers dynamic… Read more…
Rivian exec says automakers knocking on door
A joint venture between Rivian and the Volkswagen Group is attracting interest from other automakers as Rivian looks to roll out more advanced driver-assist systems. Announced last June and formally created in November, the joint venture calls for Volkswagen to take a $5.8 billion stake in Rivian in exchange for access to the U.S. automaker’s… Read more…
Audi Q6 E-Tron off-road concept debuts with portal axles
The Audi Q6 E-Tron electric crossover wasn’t designed for hardcore off-road use, but a new concept car explores the possibilities of a more rugged EV from the German automaker. Audi posted photos of the concept—dubbed the Q6 E-Tron Off-Road—on social media Thursday, but didn’t provide much detail on its features. But it appears to use… Read more…
2025 Ford Capri: Everyone’s Mad At This EV. But Is It Any Good?
This EV might be the most controversial car in Europe right now. I took a spin and found that it’s actually solid—just not groundbreaking. Read more…
CarPlay 2 stalls: Apple’s ambitious in-car system delayed indefinitely
Apple’s long-awaited CarPlay update, which promised to revolutionize in-car infotainment systems, has hit a speed bump. The tech giant has officially confirmed that CarPlay 2, first promised to launch in 2024, is delayed indefinitely. CarPlay has been a very popular feature for iPhone users, mirroring their phone screens onto their car’s dashboard displays. This allows for easy access to music,… Read more…
Joe Rogan’s new custom Tesla Model S Plaid looks sick
Joe Rogan got himself a new Tesla Model S Plaid customized by Unplugged Performance, and I think it looks sick. Read more…
What Trump’s Tariffs Mean For EVs, Jobs And Your Wallet
President Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico might disrupt the car industry and cause suppliers to go bankrupt, experts warn. Read more…
Nio sees over 100,000 battery swap services in single day
Nio offered 103,919 battery swap services on January 23, as peak travel arrives ahead of the Chinese New Year holiday.
Nio currently has 3,064 battery swap stations in China, of which 955 are located along highways.
BMW’s upcoming EVs set the design for future gasoline models
Gas or electric, future BMWs will have the same look Upcoming Neue Klasse EVs set stage for design of gas models too BMW sold more EVs in 2024 than Audi and Mercedes-Benz combined During a media roundtable at CES 2025 in Las Vegas earlier this month, BMW’s chief development officer Frank Weber, who’s been tasked with leading… Read more…
Trump’s War On The ‘EV Mandate,’ Explained
On the Plugged-In Podcast, we discuss the changes coming—or not—to the EV field under President Trump. Plus, are things looking up at Polestar? Read more…
BYD Fang Cheng Bao recalls 6,843 Bao 5 cars for motor controller issue
The bolts inside the motor controller of some of the cars may not be locked properly, which in extreme cases may lead to smoke and fire.
Fang Cheng Bao’s deliveries for the full year 2024 amount to 56,388 units.
Xiaomi recalls 30,931 SU7 EVs over parking assist software issue
This is the first recall by Xiaomi EV.
Xiaomi EV suffered 255 complaints for faulty parking assistance software.
Tesla releases refreshed Model Y in Europe and North America
Tesla rolled out the redesigned version of its popular Model Y electric SUV in North America and Europe. The updated model has a sleeker design, upgraded interior, and a longer range. While that’s great news on its own, the interesting bit is that the original Model Y isn’t going anywhere just yet. For now, both versions are available on Tesla’s… Read more…
Tesla recalls over 1.2 million cars in China for software issues, to offer OTA update fixes
The software issues include reverse camera not displaying and steering assistance being limited.
In August 2024, Tesla had recalled more than 1.68 million vehicles in China due to software issues.
ZF offers three-step service with new Bike Eco
With the market launch of its ZF Bike Eco System, ZF has given details of its three-step service and training concept, which, it says, guarantees minimal effort for manufacturers, dealers and customers when it comes to servicing and retrofitting. Read more…
Tesla launches new Model Y in North America and Europe
Tesla has officially launched the new Model Y in North America and Europe after launching it in China earlier this month. Read more…
2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper Arrives In U.S. In March For $59,990
The U.S. specs have landed for the new Model Y, and it gets more range—but a bigger price tag as well. Here’s what we know. Read more…
