The NX8 makes the Rogue look outdated. Nissan’s new electric SUV is bigger than the Rogue and features some of the most advanced tech in its lineup. Within 30 minutes of launching, it booked close to 8,500 orders. Read more…
EV prices drop again as the gap with gas cars hits a record low
EV prices are still coming down in the US, and the gap with gas cars is now the smallest it’s ever been, according to new Kelley Blue Book data. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla’s cheaper EV model comes and goes, FSD v15, Rivian R2 EPA numbers, 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’s cheaper EV model coming and going in the same week, FSD v15, Rivian R2 EPA numbers, and more. Read more…
Buick opens pre-sales for Electra E7 hybrid SUV in China to boost EV transition
The Electra E7 pre-sales start at 160,000 yuan ($23,410), with the official launch set for April 22. Read more…
Amorim Cork Solutions introduces cork composite for EV battery thermal runaway management
Amorim Cork Solutions introduces ETP058, a cork composite that enhances EV battery thermal runaway management with insulation and flame resistance. Read more…
Top battery makers’ share in China in Mar 2026: CATL 45.54%, BYD 17.83%
CATL maintained its position as the top battery maker by installations in China in March, despite a sequential decline in market share. Read more…
GM faces lawsuit over Cadillac Lyriq EV defects
General Motors is facing a class action lawsuit in the United States over alleged defects in the Cadillac Lyriq. Plaintiffs claim issues with software and electrical systems can render the vehicle inoperable, while GM has declined to comment on the case. Read more…
Partial permit for Heide plant as Lyten/Northvolt repays millions
As part of the planned acquisition by the US battery manufacturer Lyten, Northvolt Drei Projektgesellschaft has secured a key partial approval for the construction of its battery cell factory in Heide, Germany. Additionally, the company has repaid €153 million from a convertible bond, with the funds going to the federal and state governments. Read more…
Xiaomi EV delivers 21,440 vehicles in Mar as revamped SU7 sedan deliveries begin
Xiaomi EV delivered 21,440 vehicles in March, with the new-generation SU7 sedan contributing 7,882 units. Read more…
Fraunhofer IISB develops 750 kW hairpin winding traction motor for hybrid-electric regional aircraft, achieving 8 kW/kg
Fraunhofer IISB develops a 750 kW hairpin winding traction motor with 8 kW/kg power density for hybrid-electric regional aircraft propulsion. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz GLB: seven seats, 800V tech, and more room for your life
Mercedes-Benz took its newest family of electric cars to the sunny island of Mallorca to show off what they can do. The stars of the show were the new GLB models, specifically the electric versions known as the 200, 250+, and the powerful 350 4MATIC. According to Mercedes, the new SUV is built to be a “hero” for people who… Read more…
Tesla adds China’s Sunwoda as fifth global EV battery supplier amid margin pressure
Tesla has added Sunwoda (also known as Xinwangda) as its fifth global power battery cell supplier, with LFP cells already shipping on Shanghai-built vehicles destined for export markets. Read more…
Tesla China denies developing new smaller, cheaper SUV — but take it with a grain of salt
Tesla China has denied a Reuters report claiming the automaker is developing a new compact electric SUV. The denial comes just one day after we reported on the original Reuters exclusive citing four sources. Read more…
Hyundai unveils two new IONIQ EV concepts, an electric sedan and family SUV [Images]
Hyundai introduced two new EV concepts under its IONIQ EV brand, including a sleek electric sedan and an everyday family SUV. Meet Earth and Venus. Read more…
A battery electric cruise ship may be closer than you think – Meet MEYER-WERFT’s Project ‘Vision’
MEYER WERFT, one of the largest and oldest shipyards in the world, has introduced its “Vision” of a zero-emissions future in the form of a new battery-electric cruise ship concept. Now, if you think it’ll take fifty years to deliver an all-electric leisure boat of this size, you’d be wrong. It may only be a few years away. Read more…
Mercedes Finally Has Better EV Numbers. But One Market Ruined The Quarter
The new CLA and electric GLC are building momentum, but China remains a serious problem for Mercedes’ global totals. Read More…
Serbian Post adds 100 new electric vans to its fleet
Serbia’s state-owned postal service, Pošta Srbije, has added another 100 electric transporters to its fleet. These vehicles are from the US manufacturer Cenntro and its Avantier brand. The vehicles are set to be deployed in Belgrade and other cities. Read more…
Zeekr launches updated 007 series with upgraded specs and lower prices
The Zeekr 007 and 007 GT feature a limited-time starting price of 193,900 yuan ($28,400) and are upgraded to a 900-volt high-voltage architecture. Read more…
What Tesla’s Supercharger costs for business customers
Tesla has been offering its Supercharger charging stations for sale to corporate customers in the US since last September. The EV manufacturer has now launched an online configurator that discloses pricing. For a charging park with eight charging points, including installation, the average cost is approximately $940,000. Read more…
Esel launches eye-catching wooden e-bike designed for urban commuters with style
There are plenty of e-bikes that focus on performance. Plenty that focus on tech. And plenty that lean into affordability. Read more…
