Geely’s Polestar brand maintained nearly constant revenue in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, but its net loss more than doubled compared to Q1 2025. CEO Michael Lohscheller aims to reduce costs and expand the dealer network in preparation for upcoming model launches. Read more…
Nuro secures California driverless permit for Lucid Gravity Uber robotaxis
Nuro has received a permit from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to test its Lucid Gravity SUVs without a human safety driver on public roads — a critical milestone before the company can launch Uber’s planned robotaxi service later this year. Read more…
Automakers lost $70B through anti-EV lobbying. Investors should be outraged.
Perhaps you’ve heard the news – automakers across the industry are canceling EV investments, taking tens of billions in losses in response to a claimed lack in customer demand for EVs (even as EV sales in fact continue to rise globally and gas car sales have peaked). Read more…
The new Chevy Bolt EV delivers nearly 300 miles of real-world range for under $30,000
The new 2027 Chevy Bolt EV drove nearly 300 miles on a single charge during real-world testing, or about 30 miles more than its official EPA-rated range. For under $30,000, the new Bolt hits the sweet spot. Read more…
Semi-solid state batteries are coming to the e-bike industry – and for real this time
For years, “next-gen battery tech” in the e-bike world (and the EV world in general) has mostly been a promise. Solid-state batteries were always just around the corner, hyped in EV headlines but nowhere to be found on actual bikes you could buy. Read more…
Lucid Gravity Robotaxis Get California Permit That Tesla Hasn’t Even Applied For
Two crucial California permits will help Lucid, Nuro, and Uber accelerate their robotaxi ambitions. Read More…
Avatr previews new model as it expands SUV lineup
Avatr said the model is an expansion of the Avatr 07 series. It is expected to be named the Avatr 07L. Read more…
Hunan Yuneng plans cathode material factory in Spain
The Chinese company Hunan Yuneng plans to build a factory in Mérida, southwestern Spain, to produce LFP cathode materials for electric vehicle batteries. The total investment is expected to be €800 million, creating approximately 500 jobs. Read more…
Humble Robotics plans autonomous container truck without driver’s cabin
The autonomous truck from Humble Robotics is called the Humble Hauler, with which US start up is taking a slightly different approach to the more established autonomous truck company, Einride from Sweden. The Humble Haulier features a container chassis instead of a box body. Read more…
A Legacy Automaker Is Now Rivian’s Biggest Shareholder
For the longest time, Amazon has been the main financial force behind Rivian. That’s no longer the case. Read More…
Mercedes-AMG Is Building An EV For People Who Hate EVs
The company says it is one of the biggest developments in AMG’s history, embodying the brand’s ethos in electric form. Read More…
Opel develops battery-electric SUV with Leapmotor technology
The German Stellantis brand Opel has now officially confirmed the joint development of a new electric SUV with Leapmotor. The new model will use key components from Leapmotor and is set to roll off the production line at the Spanish plant in Zaragoza alongside the Opel Corsa from 2028. Read more…
Traton secures €850 million for investments in battery-electric trucks and buses
The Traton Group, majority-owned by Volkswagen, has raised a total of 850 million euros to transition from diesel to battery-electric drivetrains. The larger portion comes from the holding company’s first green bond, with the remainder sourced from a loan. Read more…
ElectroMobility Poland to build EV plant with Foxconn
ElectroMobility Poland (EMP), a joint venture established ten years ago by several Polish state-owned energy companies, has entered into a partnership with Foxconn. Together, they plan to build a new electric vehicle plant in Jaworzno, southern Poland. Read more…
Hyundai Mobis unveils 160 kW electric powertrain
The South Korean automotive supplier, part of the Hyundai Motor Group, is expanding its in-house developed electric drive portfolio. In addition to the existing 250-kW drive system, Hyundai Mobis is now also adding a 160-kW solution to its lineup. A 120-kW variant is also expected to follow soon. Read more…
DepotCharge: Switzerland paves the way for shared HGV depot charging network
Two initiatives in Switzerland — Utopia and ASTAG Charge — are aiming to establish shared charging infrastructure for electric trucks. Both projects rely on the DepotCharge platform developed by Munich-based Evolve Energy and are designed to allow logistics companies to share access to their charging depots. Read more…
CPCA preliminary data shows China April passenger NEV retail sales at 883,000
NEVs outperformed internal combustion engine vehicles, driving the retail penetration rate to a record 62.8%. Read more…
Ride1Up rolls out suspension version of popular low-cost commuter e-bike
Ride1Up is expanding one of its most popular lightweight commuter e-bikes with a new version aimed at riders looking for a bit more comfort on rougher roads and longer rides. The company has now officially begun shipping the new Ride1Up Roadster V3 Suspension model, adding front suspension to the sleek urban e-bike while keeping much of what made the original such a hit. Read more…
Tesla Semi Official Battery Specs Are Out, And They’re Impressive
Tesla never unveiled the Semi’s battery capacities, but an official document let the cat out of the bag. Read More…
Xiaomi EV accelerates overseas push with key executive appointments
Xiaomi EV appointed auto division vice president Yu Liguo as head of the overseas business preparation group to lay the groundwork for overseas expansion. Read more…
