The newest Mercedes-Benz VLE 300 electric MPV combines 800V battery tech with limousine-level luxury, top-shelf infotainment options, room for eight, and enough rear legroom to make an S-Class feel like a mini Cooper. Read more…
Hyundai is giving the Kona EV a complete overhaul, and it already looks like an upgrade
The Kona EV is making a comeback, but it will look much different this time with Hyundai’s new design and latest infotainment setup. Read more…
One giant US power line, enough wind power for 1 million homes
SunZia, an $11 billion wind-and-power-line project and one of the largest US clean energy transmission projects ever built, is officially online. Read more…
Podcast: we drive Aptera’s solar car, Tesla Cybercab specs revealed, Lucid Cosmos design leaks, 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 Jamie’s first drive in Aptera’s solar car, Tesla Cybercab specs revealed, Lucid Cosmos design leak, and more. Read more…
NOVONIX delivers synthetic graphite anode C-sample to Panasonic
NOVONIX delivers the first North American synthetic graphite anode C-sample to Panasonic Energy, advancing US battery supply chain independence. Read more…
Honda Super-N becomes one of UK’s cheapest EVs
Honda finally announced the official pricing structure for its compact new hatchback, making it one of the most affordable electric cars available in the United Kingdom. The brand set the entry price for the Honda Super-N at exactly €22,274, putting the small hatchback right between the BYD Dolphin Surf and the Fiat 500e. To keep the entry price low, Honda… Read more…
Meet Honda’s new $25,000 electric hot hatch
Honda launched the Super-N, a “fun” electric hot hatch in the UK, starting at just $25,000. Read more…
Maserati boosts Folgore EV range by up to 85 km in 2026 refresh
Maserati revealed updates to its Folgore electric lineup, with the GranTurismo Folgore now claiming over 540 km (335 miles) of WLTP range — an improvement of roughly 85 km over the previous version thanks to new energy management algorithms. Read more…
Telo confirms 400 kW sustained charging for its tiny electric truck
Telo confirmed that its Mini-sized MT1 electric truck will charge at 400 kW sustained — a charging rate that puts it in the company of luxury EVs costing two to three times as much. Read more…
Jeep’s off-road EV goes on sale for $67,000, but its range is a bit disappointing
Jeep’s first real off-road EV is finally here. The 2026 Jeep Recon EV is now on sale, starting at $67,000, but its driving range comes up a bit short of expectations. Read more…
Early orders open for BMW i3 50 xDrive First Edition
High demand for the first electric 3-series prompted BMW to open order books early, with an exclusive BMW i3 50 xDrive First Edition being the first to go on sale. The premium sedan will arrive at dealerships this fall, but buyers can secure a build slot right now, showing how quickly the global market for premium EVs is expanding. Buying… Read more…
Stellantis rules out alternative powertrains for small-car platform
Stellantis has long pursued a multi-energy strategy, offering many of its vehicle models with a choice of different powertrains. However, the group is taking a different approach with its upcoming range of small vehicles inspired by the revival of Citroën’s iconic 2CV. Within this new model family, known as the E-Car project, Stellantis plans to offer exclusively battery-electric vehicles, marking a departure from its established multi-powertrain strategy.
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VW Group starts production of new MEBeco electric drive
Audi’s plant in Győr, Hungary, has started series production of the new electric drive system called MEBeco, also known as APP290. This will first power the new Cupra Raval, followed by additional models from Volkswagen Group’s new electric small car family. Read more…
ChargePoint ends app and RFID access for private customers in Europe
ChargePoint is restricting the use of its app and RFID card in Europe. As of June 30, private customers will no longer be able to start and pay for charging sessions through these methods. Access will be reserved for users registered via employers, fleet managers, charging point operators, station owners, or leasing providers. Read more…
PPC Blue installs EV chargers at Romanian DIY stores
Greek charging provider PPC Blue and Romanian DIY chain Dedeman have signed a partnership to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Romania. Under the deal, more than 600 charging points will be installed at Dedeman stores and logistics centres throughout the country. Read more…
Who’s Winning The Robotaxi Race? It’s… Complicated
Every time we think we understand the robotaxi market, another bit of news shakes things up. This week, we got updates from Tesla, Uber, Waymo, Wayve, and Lucid. Read More…
Colombia announces 750 mile electric truck corridor linking Bogotá to Cartagena
In a major win for Latin American air quality, the new 750 mile Ruta-E electric truck corridor will connect Bogotá and Cartagena with charging infrastructure built to support the more than 1,000 commercial EVs set to hit Colombia’s roads by 2032. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: New Gazelle, Specialized e-bikes, Ukrainian e-motos, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bike models from several premium brands, Bosch gets into hub motors, Vinfast excels on two wheels, Ukraine doubles down on e-motorcycles, and more. Read more…
Portable power: new Mitsubishi eK Cross pairs 1500 W plug with sub-$12K price
Mitsubishi’s Kei-class eK Cross gets a mild facelift for the 2027 model year that combines a body-color front fascia and updated interior tech to give it a fresh look – but the big news is a new 100 V AC power outlet that can draw up to 1500 Watts. Read more…
The New Chevy Bolt Was Driven Until It Died. Here’s What Its Battery Buffer Looks Like
The Bolt has massively improved for model year 2026. But what happens when its state of charge runs really low? Read More…
