CATL’s skateboard chassis business recently launched the financing for RMB 2 billion ($280 million), with a pre-investment valuation of about RMB 9 billion.
CATL requires that the investment amount be at least RMB 100 million yuan, and all external investors who have participated are large state-owned entities.
Huawei-backed Aito teases updated M7 SUV
Aito began teasing the updated M7 SUV today, saying it will be released in September. Read more…
Lucid Gravity Smokes Porsche And Lamborghini In The Quarter Mile

The EV startup’s second model is the quickest SUV Car and Driver has ever tested. Lire la suite…
This cool-looking electric motorcycle wants to pretend to be an e-bike
Canadian startup Beachman has just unveiled its latest electric two-wheeler, the ’64, a vintage-styled electric motorcycle that looks like it rolled straight out of the 1960s. With throwback café racer design and a respectable top speed of 45 mph (72 km/h), it’s a slick little ride with a curious twist: it calls itself an e-bike. Read more…
First drive – RBW’s electric Roadster is a sporty modern take on British classics
RBW, a British handcrafted electric car manufacturer, brought its cute little Roadster out to Santa Monica and invited us up for a drive. Read more…
Mary Kay goes electric with new Pink Cadillac OPTIQ (cue the music)
Mark Kay’s iconic Pink Cadillac awards are driving into the future for 2025. The company’s first-ever electric Pink Cadillac OPTIQ made its debut during the Mary Kay annual Seminar in Charlotte this weekend, symbolizing a “recharged vision” for the future of the popular brand. Read more…
Rivian R1T Quad-Motor: One Big Takeaway From Off-Roading

While Rivian and other EV companies promote the benefits of quad-motor drivetrains, off-roaders prefer a simpler setup. Here’s why. Lire la suite…
I Visited The Tesla Diner. It Was A Bit Of A Disaster

The newest Tesla phenomenon has generated mixed opinions, so I investigated the real situation on the ground. Things got weird. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor B01 secures 10,132 locked-in orders within 72 hours of launch
Leapmotor launched the B01 on July 24 with a starting price of RMB 89,800 ($12,530). Read more…
Vertical Aerospace completes first ever public airport-to-airport eVTOL flight
Air taxi startup Vertical Aerospace achieved a world’s first this week, completing the first flight between two airports through public airspace for an eVTOL at the Royal International Air Tattoo in Gloucestershire, England. Read more…
It’s time to start recommending some Tesla Powerwall alternatives [update]
For years, Tesla Powerwall has been the go-to recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first home solar and battery backup solutions. Its CEO’s recent involvement in controversial politics, however, means that people are now distancing themselves from the once-trailblazing company. Read more…
Tesla’s ‘More Affordable’ Model Y: This May Be It Under Wraps

Tesla’s affordable model has seemingly been spotted in the wild. Here’s what separates it from a regular Model Y. Lire la suite…
The Retrospec Beaumont Rev 2 might be the most stylish eBike for under $1K [Video]
We recently had the opportunity to test out Retrospec’s Beaumont Rev 2 electric bike. This Class 2 electric city bike is as stylish as it is functional. Despite its streamlined design, the Beaumont Rev 2 is sneaky fast with quality components throughout. Be sure to check out our full video review below. Read more…
Lion Electric school bus warranties voided, leaving districts stuck
Nobody ever says “this is business” before doing something nice, and the recently reborn Lion Electric company is keeping that streak alive by doing the unthinkable to cut costs: they’re going to void the warranties on hundreds of electric school buses. Read more…
Honda takes a page from Tesla playbook, launches new insurance business
Say what you will about Elon Musk, but Tesla has changed the way that millions of people buy cars and, by extension, car insurance. Now, Honda is taking a page from Tesla’s successful playbook and launching its own in-house insurance business. Enter: Honda Insurance Solutions. Read more…
Ford Mustang Mach-E: Here’s What Happens When It Hits 250,000 Miles

This Mustang Mach-E driver piled an impressive number of miles in just over three years. Here’s how his battery is performing today. Lire la suite…
Volkswagen Is Pouring Millions More Into Solid-State Battery Development

The Volkswagen Group’s battery subsidiary PowerCo is expanding its partnership with QuantumScape. Lire la suite…
FAW Audi begins pre-sales of Q6L e-tron family models equipped with Huawei driver assist system
The pre-sales cover two models, the Audi Q6L e-tron and Audi Q6L Sportback e-tron, with prices ranging from RMB 353,000 ($49,240) to RMB 403,000. Read more…
Chinese real-world self-driving test: 36 cars, 216 crashes, with Tesla on top
Chinese media outlet Dongchedi closed down a real highway for a multi-day test of 36 different car driver assist systems in complicated, dangerous real-world driving situations, and most came up severely lacking – though Tesla escaped the tests relatively unscathed. Read more…
Tesla plans greater smart driving rollout efforts in China, report says
Tesla plans to further deploy its driver assistance system (supervised) in China and Europe in 2025 and is awaiting regulatory approval, a Chinese media report said.
Tesla showcased its EVs, humanoid robot, driving assistance technology, and V4 Supercharger at the ongoing 2025 World AI Conference.