A Q3 electric semi-truck marked the milestone as BYD accelerates its expansion into long-haul freight transport. Read more…
Wow! A huge order for Tesla Semis. But who’s behind it?
A coalition led by Catalyst Mobility and Smart Freight Centre orders 2,500 Tesla Semis, marking the largest US electric truck fleet purchase to date. Read more…
Tesla’s next big clean energy source is rising in the Arizona desert
A 450-megawatt (MW) solar farm with a massive battery system is now under construction in Arizona – and Tesla has already lined up about 90% of its expected electricity output. Read more…
Li-S Energy’s lithium-sulfur battery powers Pegasus drone through a near two-hour flight
Li-S Energy’s lithium-sulfur battery powers Pegasus drone through nearly two-hour flight, showcasing superior endurance and lightweight design. Read more…
BMW iX5 spotted ahead of US launch, sporting its new Double-X headlights
You can’t miss BMW’s new “Double-X” lights, which debut on the all-electric iX5 and X5. The new iX5 was spotted testing ahead of its upcoming US launch, giving us a look at the new lighting signature in real life. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla goes V2H, Kia EV3 first drive, Jaguar Type 01, 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 finally launching V2H, our Kia EV3 first drive, Jaguar Type 01, and more. Read more…
Americans want 300 miles of EV range – but most say 75 or less covers their day
Most Americans say 75 miles of range would be more than enough for their daily drive, but when it comes to choosing an EV, a fair number want a much bigger cushion. Read more…
Hyundai is offering a 10% discount on the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 EVs
Hyundai’s electric SUVs are even more tempting this month with a 10% discount, or up to $7,000 in total savings. Read more…
Webinar: EV battery trends and silicone technologies for safer, lighter and more sustainable electric vehicles
Silicone Solutions for Next-Generation EV Battery Applications How are EV battery requirements evolving, and what materials will enable the next generation of electric vehicles? The electric vehicle industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Driven by increasing demands for longer driving ranges, ultra-fast charging, enhanced safety, lower costs, improved sustainability, and greater battery circularity, EV… Read more » Read more…
Tesla China September wholesale sales rise 5% to 95,366, a year-to-date high
Strong export growth continued to offset declining domestic deliveries in China. Read more…
Xpeng’s Yoyo robotaxi service goes live
Guangzhou at dusk is a definition of anarchy – electric mopeds fly in all directions, and beat-up delivery vans cut across three lanes without warning. If you ever wanted an autonomous vehicle test ground, the heart of southern China is the best place for it. This is where Xpeng has chosen to kick off an invite-only pilot for its commercial… Read more…
BYD launches pre-orders for the new Seagull, a larger version of its popular $10K EV
The Seagull is BYD’s most affordable electric vehicle, starting at about $10,000 in China and sold overseas as the Dolphin Surf. BYD is preparing to introduce a new version that will likely be an even “bigger” hit.. Read more…
Kia’s 7-seat electric people mover just got a bit cheaper in the UK
Kia’s 7-seat PV5 electric van is now eligible for the UK Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), bringing the starting price down to £35,495 ($47,000). Read more…
Geely’s main brand announces entry into Canada, plans first models in 2027
The Geely brand has begun establishing local operations and a retail and service network in Canada, with initial models yet to be announced. Read more…
“L” is for “Luxury”: first seat test in the Xpeng G9L
For almost four years now, Xpeng has produced the G9. Last year, it received its first facelift, and this year, it gained a big brother: the G9L. This model is already available on the Chinese domestic market and is soon set to land in Europe. Xpeng will unveil the massive SUV at the Paris Motor Show and will only then release all the details. In the meantime, we were given an early opportunity to take a seat in the G9L – here’s our first impressions. Read more…
Charged by Delta-Q introduces sodium-ion battery compatibility for material handling applications
Delta-Q Technologies adds Acculon Energy’s sodium-ion batteries to its Charged by Delta-Q program, enabling validated charging solutions for OEMs. Read more…
China, EU make progress on hybrid trade as EU says exports will be halved
China said the understanding complies with WTO rules; the EU trade commissioner said it includes halving hybrid vehicle exports to the bloc. Read more…
Audi A2 e-tron launches in UK from £32,200
Audi has opened UK order books for the new A2 e-tron, with prices starting at £32,200 OTR. Deliveries of the compact electric car are expected to reach UK customers from early 2027. Read more…
EU Commission selects 46 new raw materials projects
The EU Commission has selected 46 additional strategic raw material projects across 16 member states. Many of these involve lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and graphite, which are particularly critical for the battery industry. This time, Germany is well-represented with eight projects selected in total. Read more…
VW ID. Tiguan premiere: ID.4 successor starts at €42,695
In early 2027, Volkswagen will replace its E-SUV ID.4 and its derivative ID.5 with the ID. Tiguan – emphasising its kinship with the best-selling combustion-engine Tiguan. The new VW ID. Tiguan offers drivetrains with up to 220 kW, range of up to 600 km, and towing capacities of up to two tonnes. Read more…
