Today, Uber has announced a $1.25 billion investment in Rivian through 2031. Uber “or its fleet partners” is now expected to purchase 10,000 fully autonomous Rivian R2 robotaxis in the first phase, with the option to add 40,000 more in 2030. Initial commercial robotaxi deployments using the Rivian R2 are now planned for San Francisco and Miami in 2028, then… Read more…
I’ve Tried All Of The ‘High Performance’ SUVs. The Polestar 3 Drives Better Than Any Of Them
A BMW X5 M or Lamborghini Urus may be more theatrical, but on a twisty road the Polestar 3 is far more fun to push hard. Lire la suite…
First drive: Nissan Micra adopts curves over angular design
The last Micra was discontinued in 2022, and after a four-year hiatus, the model is returning to the European market—this time as a fully electric vehicle. However, the Micra is no longer an independent Nissan development but a sibling model to the Renault 5 E-Tech. Our review reveals the differences and whether this differentiation is sufficient.
The last domino falls: Stellantis EVs now have Tesla Supercharger access
As of today, Jeep, Dodge and Stellantis EVs can plug in and charge on Tesla’s Supercharger network, the largest DC charging network in North America. Stellantis was the last brand set to gain access, so now just about every EV in America can use Superchargers, with the right adapters. Read more…
The new BMW i3 will go on sale soon, but another EV is on its way out
With the new i3 set to go on sale later this year, BMW is planning to discontinue another EV to make room for it. Read more…
Anker SOLIX alternator charger bundles for gen 2 C1000, C2000, F3000 power stations at exclusive lows from $749, Segway, tools, more
Our Thursday Green Deals headliner focuses on the alternator charger bundles available for Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Gen 2, C2000 Gen 2, and F3000 power stations – all of which are hitting returning or new exclusive low prices from $749 during the updated/expanded Spring Sale event. We also shined a spotlight on Segway’s F3 Electric Scooter down at $700, as well as the Greenworks 13A 2,100 PSI Compact Electric Pressure Washer, the Worx 20V GT 3.0 12-inch Cordless Electric String Trimmer/Edger with 2x batteries at a yearly low, and plenty more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive drop to a near-low price on the Anker SOLIX F3800 power station, other Segway e-scooter deals, and more.. Read more…
The Genesis GV90 looks massive charging next to the Hyundai IONIQ 5
The GV90 is set to arrive as the largest, most prestigious Genesis electric SUV to date. With its debut approaching, the flagship EV was spotted charging alongside a Hyundai IONIQ 5, revealing its true size. Read more…
This One Brand Beats Its EPA Range Estimates Better Than The Rest
Consumer Reports tested the real-world highway range of nearly 30 electric cars. See the winners and losers. Lire la suite…
2026 Xiaomi SU7 arrives with LiDAR as a standard feature and upgraded chassis
Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi SU7 model year 2026 refresh with key notable upgrades to all trims, with the standard SU7 starting at RMB 219,900 ($31,870). The new SU7 gets a performance boost, a new, better-tuned chassis, better suspension and ADAS tech as standard. 2026 Xiaomi SU7 All trims rely on the V6S Plus electric motor. The Standard and Pro trims… Read more…
Jeep, Dodge, And Ram EVs Can Now Charge At Tesla Superchargers
Owners of Stellantis EVs can finally access America’s largest and best charging network. Lire la suite…
WeRide enters Slovakia, expanding autonomous driving footprint to 12 countries
Slovakia becomes WeRide’s fourth European market, following France, Belgium, and Switzerland.
The first batch of WeRide’s robotaxis will arrive in Slovakia in spring 2026, with road tests slated to begin in Bratislava in the first half of the year.
Horizon Robotics plans next-gen auto chip to outpace Nvidia’s Thor-X
Horizon Robotics is developing the J7 series chips, aiming to significantly surpass Nvidia’s Thor-X in computing power by 2027.
Horizon Robotics is transitioning from a chip supplier to a more comprehensive provider of integrated hardware and software solutions.
Li Auto to open automated charging stations in Q2 to rival Nio’s tech
Li Auto will launch its first automated charging station in the second quarter, aiming to reduce driver input for charging.
The move intensifies competition among Chinese EV makers in automated charging and smart driving technologies.
Xiaomi launches highly anticipated next-gen SU7 sedan to further challenge Tesla
Xiaomi officially launched its updated SU7 electric sedan, with a starting price of 219,900 yuan ($31,870) — a significant reduction from the pre-sales price.
The SU7 Pro is equipped with a 96.3-kWh battery pack and has a range of 902 kilometers.
Nio’s in-house chip production exceeds 550,000 units, says William Li
Nio’s cumulative production of in-house developed chips has exceeded 550,000 units, driven primarily by strong shipments of the Yangjian and Shenji NX9031 chips.
The Yangjian chip for LiDAR has helped Nio save hundreds of yuan in costs per vehicle.
CharIN Error Codes Working Group moves to open development on GitHub
The reliability of public EV charging stations is a critical issue, and industry experts agree that establishing a standard set of error codes would be a big step in the right direction. For some years now, CharIN’s Error Codes Working Group has been on the case, working to standardize error codes and diagnostics across EVs,… Read more…
Microchip’s BZPACK mSiC power modules target harsh environments with >1,000-hour HV-H3TRB performance
Microchip Technology has introduced its BZPACK mSiC power modules, a new silicon carbide module family aimed at industrial and renewable-energy systems that have to survive heat, humidity, and high voltage over long operating lives. The key selling point is environmental robustness. Microchip says the modules are tested to meet High Humidity High Voltage High Temperature… Read more…
Solaris shares update on electric bus retrofit scheme
In December, Solaris offered to retrofit its existing electric buses. The company has now said that the retrofit program currently covers around 170 vehicles across Europe – including 105 e-buses being retrofitted by Berliner BVG alone. Read more…
E-boat manufacturer Candela secures €30 million from investors
Various existing investors and the development bank IFC are injecting €30 million into Candela. The Swedish startup has developed an electric hydrofoil boat that is already in use in Stockholm’s urban transport. Read more…
Renault recalls R4 and R5 over potential battery issues
Renault is initiating a recall affecting units of the electric models Renault 5 and Renault 4 produced between December 12, 2025, and January 28, 2026. There appears to be an issue with the supplied battery cells in a specific batch. Read more…
