The third-generation Qin Plus grows to 4,840 mm in length and will add roof-mounted LiDAR. Read more…
Electrify America opens its largest EV charging station yet in Orlando
Electrify America opens its largest EV charging station in Orlando with 24 CCS fast chargers up to 350 kW, expanding Florida’s EV charging network. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: New Lectric and Priority e-bikes, friction drive kit, 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-bikes from Lectric and Priority, a review of Xtracycle’s Swoop ASM cargo e-bike and Yozma’s new IN11 mini emoto, a new friction drive e-bike conversion kit, a potential update to NJ’s e-bike crackdown law, a record-breaking Zero Motorcycle ride, and more. Read more…
Tesla’s $10B solar factory could get 35 years of tax breaks in Texas
Tesla’s proposed $10 billion “Project Crystal Sun” solar factory in Texas could get up to 35 years of local tax breaks on its equipment, according to the four agreements Fort Bend County commissioners approved on Thursday. Read more…
Tesla cancels Cybertruck in Australia and NZ after 7 years of deposits
Tesla has officially cancelled the Cybertruck for Australia and New Zealand. Reservation holders are getting emails today telling them their orders are void and their deposits will be refunded. Read more…
Volvo says the EX60 will be a best-seller with over 50,000 orders in Europe already
Volvo expects the EX60 to become one of its best-selling vehicles ever, with over 50,000 orders already in Europe. But as demand builds, Volvo is struggling to ramp up production. Read more…
GWM launches 2027 Tank 500 with driver-assistance and cabin upgrades
The off-road SUV gains driver-assistance and cabin upgrades while retaining plug-in hybrid and gasoline options. Read more…
The floating 1,197-HP Yangwang U8 now patrols the streets of Dubai
Once you’ve been driving for a few years, you start to recognize unmarked police cars from quite far away. In the UK, traffic officers usually spend their shifts in a Skoda Octavia vRS, waiting for someone to get a bit too optimistic in the outside lane. In Germany, the autobahn patrols rely on practical BMWs, Volkswagens, and a growing fleet… Read more…
Price reduction at market launch: Jetta M6 enters the Chinese market
VW’s sub-brand is launching the Jetta M6 at dealerships in China. With the market launch, the manufacturer is also adjusting the pre-sale prices downward by 1,000 yuan (~€134 euros). Read on for more details on what makes this mid-size sedan stand out, along with key data for the three available versions. Read more…
BAIC and CATL aim to accelerate battery swap approach
Chinese automakers BAIC Group and CATL are deepening their partnership in the field of passenger car battery swapping: BAIC plans to develop more compatible models and advance the construction of swapping stations with the help of its dealer network. Read more…
VW ‘centralising’ ADAS development under Audi’s leadership
Volkswagen is apparently establishing a unit called ‘OneTeam’ to accelerate the development of driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving. Cariad manager Manuel Birke will reportedly take over the leadership and will report to Audi development board member Rouven Mohr in the future. Read more…
CPCA forecasts weak China NEV retail sales in October as peak season falters
China’s NEV retail sales are expected to come in at 1.07 million in October, down 16.5% year-on-year. Read more…
Mercedes in high demand as six-month lead time for CLA and GLC
Mercedes-Benz is surprised by the high demand for its all-electric models CLA and GLC. Currently, the delivery time for both vehicles is six months. The battery plant in Kamenz has been operating six days a week in a three-shift system since June to secure the supply of traction batteries. Read more…
Bosch faces radical corporate restructuring amid competitive pressures
The Bosch Group is undergoing an internal corporate restructuring. From August 1, 2027, the Mobility business sector will exist as an independent subsidiary, among others. Three additional areas will also be transferred to subsidiary companies. The group aims to enhance its competitiveness and operate with greater flexibility. Read more…
Canada freezes CO2 standards for passenger cars until 2029
Canada’s government is freezing fleet emission standards for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles at 2026 levels through 2029. This move aims to give automakers more flexibility. However, annual tightening of standards will resume starting with the 2030 model year. Read more…
Chery considers local production in Canada, plans sales launch in 2027
Chery is assessing idle capacity at existing plants and exploring partnerships with potential investors. Read more…
QuantumScape hires Muehlbauer to build its first 100 MWh solid-state battery production line
If you own an EV, then you most likely share my skepticism toward battery breakthroughs. Every few months, a press release promises a miracle technology – charge in five minutes, last a million miles, and weigh next to nothing. When a company says they have a new manufacturing roadmap, I don’t get too excited – I look past the marketing,… Read more…
EU Auto Package: Committee vote to relax CO₂ rules
In the European Parliament, standing committees have voted on the Auto Package. The votes are seen as an indicator of whether and to what extent the so-called combustion engine ban in the EU will be softened. The result: a majority of the Industry and Transport Committees are in favour of relaxing the CO2 rules, which the so-called centrist platform had internally agreed upon shortly before. Read more…
Arcfox opens pre-sales for 2027 Alpha S5 with standard LiDAR, starting at about $18,130
The 2027 Arcfox Alpha S5 sedan starts at 121,800 yuan ($18,130) in pre-sales and offers a CLTC range of up to 750 km. Read more…
Nio third-gen ES8 reaches 160,000 deliveries, adding 10,000 in 33 days
The third-generation ES8 remains a key sales driver for the Nio main brand more than 1 year after launch. Read more…
