CATL is already dominating the global electric vehicle battery market, but now the company is saying sodium-ion batteries will be widely available by the end of 2026. Read more…
China is running out of critical battery material: here are the countdowns
We talk a lot here at Electrek about the exponential growth of electric vehicles and the massive strain that puts on the battery supply chain. Literally, the majority of that demand and production comes from China. Read more…
EIA: All net new generating capacity in 2026 may be renewables
During the first 10 months of 2025, solar and battery storage have dominated growth among competing energy sources. Further, all net new generating capacity in 2026 is forecast to be provided by renewable energy and batteries, according to data recently released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. Read more…
Is now the best time to buy an EV as year-end deals wrap up?
Is the end of the year the best time to buy a vehicle? With some older EV models piling up on the lot, you might be able to score some extra savings. Read more…
67 Cars Were Tested In Sub-Zero Conditions. Here’s Where The Teslas Ranked
Dozens of modern EVs were range-tested in freezing temperatures in Mongolia. Here’s how they ranked. Lire la suite…
Flux Power secures $3.6 million in lithium-ion pack orders for electric aviation ground support equipment
Flux Power has received more than $3.6 million in new purchase orders to provide its lithium-ion battery packs to a major North American airline. The company says that these orders further extend its presence in aviation energy systems, specifically supporting ground support equipment deployments. The additional orders will enable the ongoing supply of Flux Power’s… Read more…
Flux Power secures $3.6 million in lithium-ion pack orders for electric aviation ground support equipment
Flux Power has received more than $3.6 million in new purchase orders to provide its lithium-ion battery packs to a major North American airline. The company says that these orders further extend its presence in aviation energy systems, specifically supporting ground support equipment deployments. The additional orders will enable the ongoing supply of Flux Power’s… Read more…
XPeng to significantly expand its market reach with the new 2026 P7+ EREV
XPeng just shared some big news about its future. The company plans to launch the 2026 P7+ in 36 different countries. XPeng updated the car with 104 different improvements and a fresh design. One of the most interesting parts of this update is that the car will come in two versions. Drivers can choose between a standard battery version and… Read more…
XPeng to significantly expand its market reach with the new 2026 P7+ EREV
XPeng just shared some big news about its future. The company plans to launch the 2026 P7+ in 36 different countries. XPeng updated the car with 104 different improvements and a fresh design. One of the most interesting parts of this update is that the car will come in two versions. Drivers can choose between a standard battery version and… Read more…
‘Would I Buy It Again? Absolutely’: Chevy Silverado EV LT Owner Review At 23,000 Miles
“I prefer to tow with this truck now, rather than my gas or diesel, he says. “There’s just plenty of power.” Lire la suite…
How This Rivian R1T Went Over 500 Miles At Highway Speeds
A group of engineers hacked together the ultra-long-range EV pickup everybody wants. Lire la suite…
New California law will target the parents of child e-bike riders
Another year and another set of e-bike restrictions. California riders are about to see some notable changes, as several new e-bike and electric motorcycle laws are set to take effect next week. Beginning January 1, 2026, a package of safety-focused regulations will officially go live, aimed at addressing the rapid growth of electric micromobility across the state. Read more…
$29K Dodge Charger — is this 50% off EV deal too good to miss?
We talk all about the whys and hows behind the all-electric Dodge Charger failing to light up the sales boards the way it lit up its rear tires, but with a base price around $60,000 it hardly seemed to matter — now that Dodge dealers are slashing prices by nearly 50%, however, is this retro EV finally worth a look. Read more…
Everybody’s Betting On Extended-Range EVs. This Could Make Them Obsolete Instead
Automakers are turning to gas engines to erase range anxiety in EVs. But next-gen batteries with 400+ miles of range present a challenge. Lire la suite…
Archer submits applications to launch eVTOL air taxi trials in multiple US cities under new DOT strategy
Archer Aviation has announced it is partnering with several US cities to submit multiple applications for initial electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi operations, as part of the White House’s eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). The program is a public-private initiative led by the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration,… Read more…
Schaeffler to show multiple electric powertrain innovations at CES 2026
Schaeffler, The Motion Technology Company, will showcase a number of new technologies related to software-defined vehicles, automated driving, magnet-free systems that eliminate rare earth minerals, and modular powertrain solutions at CES 2026 in Las Vegas in January. Among the innovations Schaeffler will be presenting: “Schaeffler’s presence at CES this year reflects how rapidly we are… Read more…
Last call: check out these EVs before they’re gone for good in 2026
A lot of mainstream auto media coverage right now is pushing the idea that some EVs are “dying.” What we’re really seeing is a wave of end-of-cycle, first-generation vehicles making way for their next-gen replacements — and, historically, that’s when buyers get the best deals. Read more…
Tesla’s 4680 battery supply chain collapses as partner writes down deal by 99%
A major link in Tesla’s 4680 battery supply chain has just snapped. South Korean battery material supplier L&F Co. announced today that the value of its massive supply deal with Tesla has been slashed by over 99%, signaling a catastrophic drop in demand for the automaker’s in-house battery cells. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) EVs show up in record numbers as year-end push heats up [Video]
A record 27 car carriers were spotted at Lucid Motor’s (LCID) manufacturing plant, loaded with Gravity and Air models ready for delivery as the year-end push heats up. Read more…
Toyota Says EVs Could Rival Nuclear Energy As A Power Source
As it steps up a program in Texas to test vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging, Toyota says EVs have huge potential as virtual power plants. Lire la suite…
