Li L9 Livis is equipped with two in-house developed 5nm M100 smart driving chips, delivering 2,560 TOPS of computing power. Read more…
Light and shade in UK CV market: trucks dip as electric buses gain ground
The UK’s zero-emission commercial vehicle transition showed mixed progress in Q1 2026. Electric HGV uptake declined and remained below one per cent of the market, while zero-emission buses achieved a record 37.3% share despite falling overall volumes. Read more…
Hyundai unveils sleek new IONIQ V: a production car that looks like a concept
Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ V at Auto China 2026 in Beijing today, a sleek electric liftback with over 600 km of CLTC range built on an 800V platform with CATL batteries. It’s the production version of the Venus concept the automaker revealed earlier this month. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: Cargo e-bikes, pedal-by-wire, Yozma IN10, laws, 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 Segway’s new cargo bikes, pedal-by-wire drive systems, semi-solid-state batteries for electric bicycles, more laws on the way, Yozma IN10 review, and more. Read more…
XPeng unveils GX flagship SUV with 750 km range, L4-ready hardware for $58,000
XPeng officially unveiled the GX, its new flagship SUV, at the Beijing Auto Show today. The full-size six-seater starts at 399,800 yuan (~$58,000) and packs up to 750 km (466 miles) of AWD range in its pure electric version. Read more…
Kia’s EV sales surged 54% in Q1 with a complete lineup from electric sedans to vans
Kia set a new global sales record in the first quarter, driven by strong demand for electric vehicles. With a full lineup ranging from the entry-level EV2 to the PV5 van, Kia now offers an EV for nearly everyone. Read more…
Smart begins #6 EHD pre-sales in China, its largest model to date
Smart #6 EHD pre-sales in China start at 189,900 yuan ($27,780), with an official launch scheduled for June. Read more…
Hyundai unveils electric Ioniq V for the Chinese market
Hyundai unveiled its first model in the Ioniq electric vehicle series specifically for the Chinese market at Auto China in Beijing. Called the Ioniq V, it is based on a concept car named Ioniq Venus, which was presented just a few days ago. Read more…
Bosch showcases Level 3 automated driving in China
At the automotive trade fair in Beijing, Bosch Mobility unveiled a new driver assistance system that enables highly automated driving at Level 3 (“hands-off, eyes-off”). The supplier is currently testing the system on public roads in Wuxi, China. Read more…
Tesla admits HW3 isn’t enough for FSD, will set up micro factories to retrofit older models
During an earnings call for Q1 2026, Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, revealed that the company is planning to upgrade to its self-driving chip. The name of the chip is undecided, but it will likely be AI4.1 or AI4 Plus. The new chip will double the RAM from 16GB to 32GB per chip, and since the system uses a dual-chip design,… Read more…
ABB Introduces Decentralised Charging System M-Series
ABB E-mobility is expanding its charging infrastructure offerings with the new M-Series—a decentralised system featuring a power unit and associated satellite charging stations. The Swiss company’s solution provides charging capacities ranging from 200 kW to 1.2 MW, thanks to its modular design. Read more…
Uber integrates hydrogen taxis from HysetCo into Paris fleet
Uber is investing in HysetCo, a joint venture focused on hydrogen mobility in the Paris metropolitan area, through a convertible bond. HysetCo has not disclosed the amount of the investment. However, by the end of this year, one in five vehicles in Uber’s Paris ‘Business Taxi’ fleet is expected to be a fuel cell vehicle. Read more…
ABB’s New DC Fast Charger Goes Into Megawatt Territory
With the right dispenser, ABB’s OM M-Series power cabinet can deliver up to 1.2 megawatts for an EV. Read More…
Aion launches V electric SUV in the UK
Aion has launched its first model in the UK, introducing the all-electric Aion V mid-size SUV with a starting price of £36,450. The vehicle marks the market entry of the Chinese brand, and is available to order immediately. Read more…
Porsche unveils Cayenne Coupé Electric
Porsche celebrated the world premiere of the new Cayenne Coupé Electric at Auto China in Beijing. The vehicle is now available for order and comes in all three drivetrain variants already known from the Cayenne Electric E-SUV. The price list in Germany starts at €109,000. Read more…
MAN and MVG prepare pilot operation for autonomous electric bus
The long-planned pilot deployment of an autonomous electric bus in Munich is entering its next phase. MAN has, together with its technology partner Adastec, fitted an electric bus with an automated driving system. Initial testing will take place on a dedicated proving ground before the vehicle moves into real-world conditions. From autumn, the bus is scheduled to begin trial operations in regular service with MVG within the city. Read more…
The 2026 Kia EV6 Just Got A Massive $5,000 Price Cut
The American-made electric crossover is now cheaper than the Tesla Model Y. Read More…
Farizon launches V7E electric van with focus on urban logistics
Farizon has unveiled the all-new V7E electric medium van at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, targeting urban logistics with a dedicated EV platform. At the same time, the company has introduced a series of upgrades for the 2026 SV large electric van, including a new Core trim. Read more…
The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric Trades Space For Style: First Look
Porsche’s new Cayenne Electric gets a sloped-roof sibling with a few exclusive options. We got an early preview. Read More…
Interview: we talk home batteries with Franklin WH CEO Gary Lam
On today’s charged up episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got Franklin WH co-founder and CEO Gary Lam here to talk us through some of the benefits of a home battery system, and what it takes to make the most of one – with, or even without a home solar panel system. Read more…
