Xiaomi has prepared a batch of ready-to-deliver vehicles in advance to meet consumer demand.
The upgraded electric sedan, with a starting price of 219,900 yuan, secured over 15,000 locked-in orders within the first 34 minutes of going on sale.
What driver shortage? Electric trucks give fleets a real hiring edge
Commercial fleets have been adopting electric vehicles for their long-term fuel and maintenance savings, but Benore Logistics has found another big benefit to making the switch: going electric is helping the company attract younger drivers – and keep them. Read more…
Vermont utility makes it easier than ever to add a home backup battery
Vermont utility Green Mountain Power is expanding one of the country’s most exciting virtual power plant programs, adding a new battery lease program to its menu of home energy offerings that lets customers add backup power at little to no upfront cost. Read more…
Auto(nomous)bots, roll(er) out! The $1.75 BILLION future of self driving asphalt
Autonomous construction tech startup Bedrock Robotics has just closed on a $270 million Series B funding round that brings total investment in the self-driving roller and excavator firm to more than $350 million. (!. Read more…
Xpeng to enter Mexico on Mar 25 with G6 and G9 launch
Xpeng targets doubling its overseas sales in 2026, after selling about 45,000 vehicles in international markets in 2025.
Xpeng’s long-term goal is for its overseas business to contribute over 70% of its profits by 2030.
BYD sets UK price for new Atto 3 Evo with orders opening Apr 2
The entry-level Atto 3 Evo starts at £38,990 ($52,020) in the UK, offering a driving range of up to 316 miles.
As an upgraded version of BYD’s debut UK model, the Atto 3, it features improved battery range and shorter charging times.
BAIC reports progress on sodium-ion batteries
Chinese automaker BAIC is developing prismatic cells for sodium-ion batteries. The company’s research and development team has reportedly finalised the prototype design and established the mass production process for the prismatic cells. Read more…
One-Pedal Driving Isn’t A Safety Issue: Feds
Tesla marked safe from a recall over one-pedal driving that could have affected over 2 million cars. Lire la suite…
I Loved Driving The Polestar 3. But This Missing Feature Ruined It For Me.
Over a year after launch, eight of the 12 buttons on the steering wheel do basically nothing. That captures the biggest issue with this car. Lire la suite…
Stellantis enables Supercharger use with NACS adapter
From now on, electric vehicles from the Stellantis Group can also use Tesla’s Supercharger network. In addition to Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Fiat, this also applies to BEV models from Maserati, provided a suitable NACS adapter has been ordered. This means that virtually every electric vehicle in North America now has access to the Superchargers. Read more…
Stellantis brand DS pulls out of Formula E, Opel to take over
DS Automobiles will exit Formula E after the 2025/26 season, ending an eleven-year stint. The manufacturer plans to focus on sailing in the future through a partnership with the SailGP Team France. Opel will take its place in Formula E. Read more…
MATTER adds Iontra’s adaptive charging, real-time SOH sensing to AI-defined vehicle platform
Indian EV company MATTER is integrating Iontra’s battery intelligence technology into what it calls a core layer of its AI-Defined Vehicle platform, with the goal of making battery behavior more adaptive, health-aware, and predictive over the vehicle’s life. The companies say Iontra’s contribution centers on real-time state-of-health sensing and adaptive charge control. In practical terms,… Read more…
Genesis is launching a secret ‘Connect W’ high-tech system that will debut in the GV90
The ultra-luxurious Genesis electric SUV will arrive later this year as the first vehicle to feature “Connect W,” a high-tech new system that’s expected to take the driving experience to the next level. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla turns to energy, BMW i3 EV makes a splash, Donut Lab update, 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 turning to energy, BMW i3 EV making a splash, Donut Lab update, and more. Read more…
Toyota launches the C-HR+ in Europe as its longest-range EV with up to 607 km
The new C-HR+ arrives in Europe as Toyota’s longest-range electric vehicle, with a WLTP range of up to 607 km (377 miles).. Read more…
A 24/7 solar farm-building robot just hit the market
The US needs a lot more electricity fast, and one company thinks robots can help build it quicker. Read more…
EV manufacturers say production is getting easier, cheaper and more predictable in ABB Robotics survey
Automotive manufacturers are showing more confidence in EV production as it shifts from a disruptive new process to a more established manufacturing discipline, according to ABB Robotics’ latest Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey. ABB says more than two-thirds of manufacturers expect EV production to increase in 2026 versus 2025. Just as notable, 51% of respondents said… Read more…
UK government funds 484 new electric buses in 10 English regions
The UK may not be in the first ranks of EV hotspots with Norway and The Netherlands, but Albion is moving ahead with electrification far faster than some other countries we could name. On the streets of London, electric buses, taxis and rideshare vehicles are common sights, as are curbside EV charging stations. The UK… Read more…
USA: Lexus launches ES with first battery-electric variants
Lexus has introduced the eighth-generation ES in the United States, marking the debut of battery-electric variants for the long-running luxury saloon. First deliveries are scheduled for April. Read more…
Tesla FSD: European launch despite ongoing US probe?
For more than a decade, the development of autonomous driving has been accompanied by ambitious promises and repeated timelines for market readiness. While the technology has made significant progress, fully self-driving vehicles are still not widely available, and real-world deployment remains limited to specific use cases. Read more…
