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Electrek·17h ago
bp pulse makes 850+ EV fast chargers easier to use in the US
EV drivers have another way to charge at bp pulse without adding its app to their phones. The network has joined ChargeHub’s Passport Hub, connecting more than 850 charging points at over 95 US locations to ChargeHub and participating charging services and automakers. more…
The BMW iX is sold out, but you might like what takes its place even more
BMW is saying goodbye to the iX. With the 2026 model essentially sold out, BMW is preparing to introduce its replacement, which already looks like a big upgrade. more…
Hardee’s gets EV fast charging – with Carl’s Jr. locations to follow
EV drivers have a new reason to pull into Hardee’s. Energized EV has opened four fast-charging ports at a restaurant in Temple, Georgia, kicking off a planned rollout at Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. locations across the US. more…
Cadillac’s most affordable EV just got a bit cheaper
The 2027 Cadillac Optiq offers up to 317 miles of range, a massive 33″ infotainment screen, an NACS charge port, and now it’s a bit more affordable. more…
InsideEVs·20h ago
Gas Vs. Electric: Which BMW Goes Further Without Stopping For Fuel?
The BMW iX3 takes on a gas-powered X3 to see how far each can go on one fill-up.
Tesla Powerwall 3 now boosts heat pumps to store cheap solar as heat
Tesla has launched Heat Pump Optimization, a feature that lets the Powerwall 3 and three-phase Powerwall 3P tell a compatible heat pump when to run harder so a home can bank cheap or surplus solar energy as hot water. It’s live in Europe only. Tesla hasn’t said anything about bringing it to the US or Canada, and the ha
BMW's Tesla FSD Rival Hits City Streets In 2027
The system will be able to handle turns, lane changes, city traffic, and even roundabouts on the way to a set destination.
Toyota’s Corolla Cross EV spotted for the first time [Images]
Toyota is giving its best-selling Corolla a major makeover, and an all-electric version is part of the plan. The upcoming Corolla Cross EV was captured in public for the first time ahead of its expected 2027 debut. more…
Tesla Warned Owners Not To Test Emergency Drive Away. Some Did Anyway.
One owner was reportedly hit with a $539 bill for pressing the "Activate" button (despite Tesla's warning).
BYD sold more EVs last month than the US did all quarter, topping 300,000
BYD sold over 300,000 electric vehicles in October, a new record and more than the US managed in the entire third quarter. more…
Lexus is taking a page from China for its next electric SUV launching in 2027
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus is launching a new electric SUV in 2027, its first vehicle built in China in over two decades. more…
Electric trucks hit 50% of China’s heavy truck sales, diesel demand falls
Electric trucks made up 50.3% of all heavy trucks sold in China in September. That’s 33,100 electric big rigs in a single month, up 37% from a year ago, while the overall heavy-truck market shrank by 21%. And it’s showing up in the oil data. China’s diesel demand is on track to fall by about 230,000 barrels per day thi
Bestselling US e-bike Lectric XP4 relaunched in limited-edition with new colors and gear
The Lectric XP series has become something of an institution in the American electric bicycle market. As the country’s best-selling e-bike lineup, it’s helped put hundreds of thousands of riders on two wheels, largely thanks to its combination of affordable pricing, impressive performance, and practical features. It’s
After 471,625 miles, this Chevy Bolt is doing better than you think [video]
Wondering how long your new electric car might last? This 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV is proving that electric vehicles can rack up miles with the best of them – and its owner is committed to taking it past the half million mile mark. more…
How Europe’s battery passport could have a big impact on US e-bikes
Europe is preparing to introduce a new requirement that could change how electric bicycle batteries are tracked, repaired, recycled, and potentially even resold. Starting in February 2027, new e-bike batteries sold in the European Union will be required to carry a digital battery passport, giving each battery its own d
Eli teases the launch of a much faster electric microcar
Eli Electric Vehicles is getting ready to reveal a new version of its tiny electric microcar, and this one could expand its usefulness beyond the slow lane. more…
Yes, electric motorcycles will replace gasoline motorcycles, but not the way you think
For years, the conventional wisdom surrounding electric motorcycles has been fairly straightforward: Build an electric motorcycle that’s just as good as a gasoline-powered motorcycle, make it affordable enough, and eventually riders will switch. It’s essentially the same playbook that electric cars have followed. Make
Peterbilt makes it easier than ever for government fleets to go electric
Legendary truck brand Peterbilt is lowering procurement barriers for state and municipal fleets looking to electrify their assets by adding its growing lineup of medium- and heavy-duty battery electric trucks to its cooperative purchasing Agreement with Sourcewell. more…
Bigger, badder Section 179 tax deduction could POWER UP fleet electrification [update]
With national diesel prices inching towards $7/gallon and Tesla’s $290,000 Semi trucks finally making their way to paying customers , it’s worth revisiting how Trump’s One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) helped beef up the Section 179 deduction, and look again at how it could help your fleet ditch diesel sooner rather t
Speeders just got lucky: the new Chevy police Silverado is NOT electric
Say what you will about America’s police forces, but they are loyal – often to each other, and always to their preferred brand of pursuit vehicle . And if the thin blue line of Chevy faithful won’t embrace the 750 hp electric Silverado because it’s powered by batteries, that can really only be called a win for the scof
I imported a $2,000 electric truck from China. Five years later, here’s the truth
Five years ago, I did something that seemed pretty ridiculous at the time. I bought a $2,000 electric mini-truck from China, had it shipped across the oceans to the US, and put it to work on my parents’ property in Florida. more…
VW’s EV Factory Is Now Taking Cars Apart. There’s Money In It
It plans to dismantle 4,100 vehicles a year at Zwickau, turning reusable components into a factory-backed used-parts business.
Honda has dominated motorcycles for decades. Electric bikes are changing that
Honda has spent decades building one of the most dominant positions in the global motorcycle industry, selling millions of gasoline-powered two-wheelers each year. But in markets where electric motorcycles and scooters are becoming increasingly accessible, that dominance is starting to face a serious challenge. more…
BYD reveals a flashy new feature on its upcoming luxury EV
BYD is moving upmarket with its new flagship EV, featuring suicide doors, a gemstone grille, and possibly solid-state batteries. more…
Podcast: Rivian earnings, Waymo partners with Toyota, Ford bets on V2H for Fathom, 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’ll discuss Rivian’s earnings, Waymo partnering with Toyota, Ford betting on V2H for the Fathom electric pickup truck, and more. more…
Tesla drops car referral rewards, now pays owners in FSD for referrals
Tesla has launched a new referral program in the US that pays owners in Full Self-Driving (Supervised) instead of rewarding car sales. A referred owner gets one free month of FSD, and the referrer gets a free month or a $99 Tesla Credit if that person starts paying. At the same time, Tesla’s Refer and Earn terms no lon
Toyota reveals five new lifted Woodland concepts, including the bZ electric SUV
Toyota introduced a new family of lifted, “adventure-ready” Woodland concepts based on the RAV4, Grand Highlander, Sienna, Crown Signia, and bZ electric SUV. more…
Hyundai launches the new IONIQ 6 in the UK with up to 422 miles of range, starting at $45K
The new Hyundai IONIQ 6 is now on sale in the UK with an impressive range of up to 422 miles, starting at about $45,000. more…
Tesla's Cybercab Is Built In A Radical New Way. Here's How It Works
The Cybercab skips the paint shop and reaches final assembly mostly built. Tesla says it needs roughly half the factory space.
Volkswagen hits pause on the Golf EV as it faces an ‘urgent need for action’
Volkswagen has put the electric Golf on hold for now as it faces growing pressure to cut costs. more…
Waymo picks Toyota bZ4X as its next robotaxi, starting in Japan in 2027
Waymo is adding the Toyota bZ4X to its robotaxi lineup. Toyota will build a custom version of the electric SUV with the Waymo Driver integrated right on the line in Japan, and a test fleet will start operating there in 2027. It’s the first actual vehicle to come out of the partnership the two companies signed last year
Wheel-e Podcast: New Amflow, Trek e-bikes, ALSO runs out of charge, more
This week on Electrek ’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bikes from Amflow and Trek, a new motor from Bosch, an interesting look at what a low charge does to an ALSO TM-B e-bike, a new e
Jasion Poki review: The Electric Minibike that packs heavy-duty fun
In our transportation reporting, we rarely come across something as fun as today’s review of the Jasion Poki. The Poki is a severely overpowered electric minibike that looks like it came from yesteryear. If the power isn’t enough, it also packs some cool tricks, and we’re not (just) talking about wheelies this time. mo
Volkswagen Can't Afford Its Upcoming Electric Golf Right Now
The automaker is pausing the development of the new ID. Golf EV, further delaying the model’s launch.
Ars Technica · Cars·4d ago
2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid: Drives like an EV, but there's no plug involved
Nissan’s series hybrid e-Power system has been retuned for American roads.
Fiat's Tiny $15,000 EV Can Finally Hit American Streets
Get ready for your taste of la dolce vita, because the Fiat Topolino is street legal now.
Ford CEO Says Its New EV Tech Is 30% More Efficient Than BYD's
CEO Jim Farley says that its new motors, inverters, and EV gearboxes will maximize efficiency and keep costs down.
Volkswagen's EVs Are Selling Like Crazy. That's Actually Hurting Its Profits
You'd think selling more EVs would help, but low profit margins mean that it actually can hurt.
Tesla FSD Is Hitting Europe. It's Not Perfect
Steep hills and tight gaps showed what FSD can do. Missed signs and driver takeovers showed how much supervision it still needs.
‘Unburdensome’: The Slate Truck Is Easier Than A Tesla To Live With, James May Says
The former Top Gear host said the affordable electric truck was “good natured” and “vaguely practical” in his latest review.
South Korean Police Are Cracking Down On Tesla Owners Jailbreaking FSD
Only U.S.-built Teslas get FSD, so Korean owners of Chinese-built Teslas are illegally unlocking it.
Cadillac Escalade IQ review: Huge battery, huge range, huge SUV
With more than 200 kWh, this luxury three-row can go 460 miles on a charge.
Do Those Funky Tesla Wheel Covers Actually Boost Range?
Haloblk wheel covers are supposed to boost range while giving disc wheel vibes, but they only do one of those.
How Cheap Chinese EVs Are Sneaking Around Europe's Tariffs
One Chinese online car marketplace found a loophole to bring cheap, used Chinese EVs to Europeans.
'A Weird Religious Stance:' GM Exec Says Ditching Radar For Self-Driving 'Ignores Physics'
Tesla is famous for its camera-only approach to autonomous driving. GM's chief product officer thinks deleting radar "ignores physics."
Ford simplifies using your EV as a home battery with the $30K Fathom
The Fathom pickup won’t need a wall-mounted inverter to output 10 kW to your house.
Tesla gave up the EV crown. Now it wants to win the autonomy race.
Tesla hopes autonomy subscriptions can deliver the margins car sales cannot.
Electric or gas? BMW goes both ways with new 2027 X5 and iX5.
460 kW charging and 450 miles of range are among the reasons the EV is the one to get.
Forget "Malaise 2.0," GM says it's still all-in on EVs and autonomy
General Motors' plans will require quite a lot of customers' trust.
Tesla profits drop 43% in Q3
Tesla’s once-booming energy storage business also shrank in Q3 2026.
Merging SpaceX and Tesla would be a "good idea," Musk says
"I do think there's a lot of merit to combining the companies."
Polestar tries to quantify what it’s like to drive a performance car
Drivers had electrodes strapped to their heads as they tested EVs on track.
Visiting Slate’s first showroom as its $25,000 electric truck nears production
Slate's first showroom sells the promise. Mass production will determine the rest.
Tesla turns to 50-year-old stunt technology as it tries to Roadster again
If you want to make a car spin in the air, compressed gas is a good way to do it.
The Paris Auto Show is full of interesting cars Americans can’t have
Small EVs and efficient people carriers update familiar names for the modern age.
Volkswagen's replacement for the ID.4 crossover is here
The new EV’s digital cockpit can mimic instrument displays from VWs of old.
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