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’s mission is no longer being ‘sustainable’, VW Buzz is still alive, and more. Read more…
The 2026 Volvo EX30 Is Better Than Ever. But It’s Not The Best EV On That Platform

The smallest variant of Geely’s SEA platform can produce wildly different results. Here’s how Volvo’s EX30 stacks up. Lire la suite…
Elon Musk drops ‘sustainable’ from Tesla’s mission as he completes his villain arc
It’s official. The word “sustainable” is gone from Tesla’s mission statement. Read more…
Elon Musk drops ‘sustainable’ from Tesla’s mission as he completes his villain arc
It’s official. The word “sustainable” is gone from Tesla’s mission statement. Read more…
Honda buys out EV battery plant in the US for nearly $3B as it preps for an all-new lineup
Honda agreed to buy its co-owned EV battery plant in Ohio from LG Energy Solutions as it prepares for an all-new dedicated lineup. Read more…
Honda buys out EV battery plant in the US for nearly $3B as it preps for an all-new lineup
Honda agreed to buy its co-owned EV battery plant in Ohio from LG Energy Solutions as it prepares for an all-new dedicated lineup. Read more…
Why This 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Needs A New Battery: P1AA700 Issue Explained

Some early-model 2025 Ioniq 5s may experience charging issues. Don’t worry, though: The fix is usually a free battery replacement. Lire la suite…
I Tried Mercedes’ New In-Car AI Assistant. Then I Was Sad To Give It Up

The new Mercedes CLA-Class features an AI-powered, voice-controlled MBUX Virtual Assistant. Here’s why it’s more useful than you’d think. Lire la suite…
Here’s The Nissan Ariya Facelift That Won’t Reach The U.S.

The electric crossover has a new face that ditches the faux grille and multiple improvements throughout. Lire la suite…
Xpeng announces official entry into Qatar, signs distributor for Mauritius

Xpeng introduced its G9 and G6 SUVs in Qatar and announced the imminent local launch of its P7+ sedan.
Xpeng formed a strategic partnership with Mauritian distributor Axess Limited to enter this East African market.
Sunwoda sued by Geely unit over battery cell issues, faces $330 million claim

Geely subsidiary VREMT alleges Sunwoda EVB supplied defective battery cells between June 2021 and December 2023, causing financial losses.
Sunwoda ranks seventh among China’s largest battery manufacturers, holding a 2.68 percent market share in November.
This Tesla Model 3 Has Nearly 240,000 Miles. Here’s What Broke

In four years, this humble EV saved its owners tens of thousands in fuel costs. Lire la suite…
Tesla, Waymo, Slate’s Affordable Truck And Beyond: The 10 Biggest EV Stories Of 2025

On the final Plugged-In Podcast of 2025: We recap the biggest stories in a wild year in the EV space, and why you should be optimistic. Lire la suite…
Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery completes expanded Series C funding

Mirattery completed a Series C financing of nearly RMB 1 billion ($140 million), an expansion from the RMB 670 million announced in November.
Mirattery added a state-owned enterprise in Meishan, Sichuan as a new shareholder.
Rivian’s Adorable Toy Car Set Might Be The Perfect Last-Minute Gift

The handcrafted wooden EV set comes with a skateboard base and three swappable bodies. Lire la suite…
Changan EV unit Deepal secures $874 million in Series C funding

Deepal has brought in two new shareholders through this financing round, securing resources for its expansion.
Deepal sold 302,118 vehicles from January to November, marking a 45.73 percent year-on-year increase.
Zeekr reportedly to launch new 9S SUV in Q1 2026, spy shot surfaces

The Zeekr 9S can be viewed as a sportier version of the Zeekr 9X SUV, with a starting price potentially around RMB 450,000 ($64,230), according to a local media report.
The Zeekr 9S will be smaller than the Zeekr 9X and positioned more toward sporty performance.
CATL signs 50-GWh energy storage deal with Chinese electrical equipment maker Sieyuan

CATL and Sieyuan signed a three-year deal for energy storage cooperation, targeting a total project scale of 50 GWh.
CATL’s energy storage battery system revenue reached RMB 28.4 billion in the first half of 2025.
EcoFlow final Xmas flash sale drops RIVER 2 Pro power station to $299 low, MOD Easy 3 e-bike, Greenworks, GoTrax, more
It’s Christmas Eve, and today’s Green Deals are led by EcoFlow’s final Christmas flash sale, this time lasting for 72 hours, with offers like the RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power Station back at its $299 low, among others. From there, we also have MOD’s Easy 3 e-bike and its SideCar counterparts starting from $2,159, as well as the Greenworks 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washer at a new $188 low, the budget-friendly GoTrax Xr Elite Electric Scooter at its second-best pricing, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s full MOD Bikes Christmas e-bike sale, the final Anker SOLIX Christmas flash sale that ends tonight, and more.. Read more…
Hyundai’s electric hot hatch spotted out in the wild for the first time [Images]
It’s official. Hyundai is giving its electric hot hatch the N-Line treatment, and we are getting our first look at it. Read more…

