Electric Vehicles And Mobility
BYD Denza Z9S Debuts with Record 1,100 km Electric Range
The luxury sedan targets range anxiety with a 683-mile CLTC reach and five-minute fast charging.
UK Weighs ZEV Mandate Relaxations to Protect Automotive Investment
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds signals a shift toward 'flexibilities' in EV sales rules as domestic vehicle production slides.
Audi revives A2 nameplate for affordable, high-efficiency electric hatchback
The upcoming A2 e-tron aims to be the brand's most accessible EV, blending premium positioning with a focus on energy frugality.
BYD Denza Z9S Opens Pre-Orders With Record 1,100-km Electric Range
The luxury sedan sets a new mass-production benchmark to eliminate range anxiety with ultra-fast charging.
Base Power Raises $1B to Scale Distributed Grid Storage with 'Base Core' Battery
The energy startup reaches a $13 billion valuation as it deploys high-capacity residential batteries to stabilize the U.S. electrical grid.
Tesla FSD v14 Lite Rollout Linked to HW3 Computer Overheating Reports
Owners of older Tesla vehicles report a surge in thermal faults and system disengagements following the wide release of a distilled AI model.
Hyundai Targets 40,000 Sales for New IONIQ 3 Compact EV in 2027
The automaker is expanding its electric lineup with a cost-effective B-segment hatch tailored for the European market.
Czech Auto Sector Hits Record $75.8B Revenue as AI Triggers Job Losses
Record profits and rising wages mask a structural shift as AI and electric vehicle transitions trigger 'jobless growth' in the Czech Republic.
WeRide partners with GreenMobility to launch Denmark's first robotaxi service
The Chinese autonomous driving firm aims to deploy Level 4 shared mobility in the Nordic region by 2027.
Twin Falls Shooting Sparks Debate Over EV Charging 'Trap' Scenarios
A deadly attack at an Idaho charging hub has highlighted a critical safety gap in electric vehicle locking mechanisms.
Global EV Sales Projected to Hit 23 Million Units by 2026
The IEA forecasts electric vehicles will capture 28% of the global car market as adoption displaces millions of barrels of oil daily.
Hyundai and Kia Hit Record July U.S. Sales as Hybrids Offset EV Slump
The South Korean automotive giants achieved best-ever July deliveries, driven by a massive surge in hybrid demand despite plummeting electric vehicle numbers.
Vietnamese EV Taxi Operator Green SM Launches in Copenhagen
The company debuts its first European service using a company-owned fleet of VinFast electric SUVs.
Australia EV Sales Hit Record High as Iran Conflict Sparks Fuel Fears
Nearly half of all new vehicles sold in Australia during Q2 2026 were electric or hybrid models.
BYD Unveils Qin Max Sedan With Nine-Minute Flash-Charging
The B-segment sedan features roof-mounted LiDAR and ultra-fast charging to reclaim mid-range market share.
BYD Racco Challenges Japanese Market Dominance With First Foreign Kei Car
The electric Racco secured 5,000 orders in its first week, hitting half of BYD's 2026 target.
China's EV Race Shifts to Seconds as Charging Times Drop Below Five Minutes
Manufacturers are moving beyond minute-based benchmarks to achieve refueling parity with gas vehicles.
Massachusetts Pilot Turns Electric Vehicles Into Grid-Stabilizing Power Plants
A consortium of utilities and energy firms is using bidirectional charging to prevent grid strain during peak demand.
Charging Convenience, Not Battery Range, Now Driving EV Adoption
Flexible charging solutions are the final hurdle for mass-market electric vehicle transition in urban centers.
Extreme Heat Poses Long-Term Risks to EV Battery Health
While electric vehicles handle heat better than freezing cold, high temperatures accelerate permanent battery degradation.
Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric Hits 60 MPH in 2.1 Seconds
Independent testing reveals the 6,000-pound electric SUV delivers record-breaking acceleration and handling.
Ford CEO Jim Farley Calls Chinese EV Competition an 'Existential Threat'
Ford is pivoting toward cost-competitiveness and sub-$30,000 models to counter the rise of affordable Chinese electric vehicles.
NHTSA Grants Zoox First Commercial Exemption for Steering-Wheel-Free Robotaxis
Amazon-owned Zoox receives federal approval to charge for rides in purpose-built autonomous vehicles, starting in Las Vegas.
Genesis GV60 Magma Debuts: 641-HP Luxury Electric Performance SUV
The inaugural Magma model blends track-ready hardware with simulated V6 sounds and a premium interior.
2015 Tesla Model S P85D Proves Early EVs Can Defy Obsolescence
A 2026 review reveals that high-performance battery health and driving dynamics can persist long after a vehicle's debut.
BMW Opens Early Orders for Neue Klasse i3 Sedan in Germany
The luxury automaker accelerates the rollout of its next-generation electric sedan, featuring 800V architecture and a 566-mile WLTP range.
Jackery HomePower Stations Hit All-Time Low Prices via Wellbots
Exclusive deals bring the HomePower 3600 Plus and 2000 Plus v2 to their lowest prices ever, undercutting Amazon and direct retail.
Tesla Hits 10 Million EV Production Milestone Amid U.S. Sales Slump
The manufacturing achievement puts Elon Musk halfway toward a cumulative goal required for his $1 trillion pay package.
Boston Pilot Uses Off-Grid Solar Charging to Expand EV Carsharing
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council is deploying solar-powered chargers to bring affordable electric vehicles to underserved communities without relying on the power grid.
Kia to Launch EV3 Production in Mexico for North American Market
The automaker is investing $649 million to produce the electric SUV in Nuevo León, targeting a late 2026 US launch.
The Landrovers Unveils Panterra: A Quad-Motor Electric Defender Restomod
The Dutch boutique builder transforms the classic Defender with a 200kWh battery and 600bhp powertrain.
Mercedes-Benz Unveils 2028 GLA with 800V Architecture and 400-Mile Range
The third-generation compact SUV debuts on the new MMA platform, offering high-speed charging and expanded interior space.
xAI Sues Minnesota Over Deepfake Law as Musk's Political Rhetoric Escalates
Elon Musk's AI firm is challenging a strict 'nudification' law while the CEO faces scrutiny for endorsing far-right ideologies.
Florida Redirects $198 Million in EV Charging Funds to Air Taxi 'Aerial Highway'
The state will pivot federal infrastructure grants away from ground-based chargers to build 32 vertiports for electric aircraft.
Automakers Turn EVs Into Home Power Plants as Sales Slow
Ford and other manufacturers are transforming electric vehicles into residential backup power sources to create new revenue streams.
2015 Tesla Model S P85D: A High-Performance Value Play in 2026
With 160,000 miles and 86% battery health, a decade-old Model S proves early Tesla batteries can withstand extreme mileage.
Juiced Bikes Returns With Scrambler Moto-Style E-Bike Under $2,000
Acquired by Lectric's founders, the rebooted brand launches a custom-engineered, legal high-performance moped bike.
Eolian Starts Construction on PJM's Largest Battery Storage Project in Ohio
The 1.06 GWh Flint Grid facility aims to stabilize the regional grid amid surging demand from AI and data centers.
Global Automotive Battery Market to Reach $132.3 Billion by 2033
Rising electric vehicle adoption and gigafactory investments drive a steady climb in battery market valuation.
BMW Names Qualcomm Lead Compute Silicon Provider in Decade-Long Deal
The luxury automaker pivots toward software-defined vehicles while cutting 8,000 German jobs.
European Surge Drives Global EV Demand Higher in June
Global electric vehicle registrations rose 7% in June, as a massive spike in European adoption offset declines in China and North America.
BYD Launches Ti 7 in UK, Undercutting Land Rover Defender by £16,320
The Chinese automaker's first seven-seat SUV for the UK market pairs a rugged aesthetic with a high-performance plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Amazon Adds 10,000 Rivian Electric Vans in Six-Month Push
The e-commerce giant expands its zero-emission fleet to over 40,000 Rivian vehicles as it pursues a 2030 sustainability target.
Audi Pivots U.S. Strategy to Introduce Mass-Market Plug-In Hybrids
The luxury automaker is bridging a strategic gap in its American lineup to better compete with rivals and meet surging hybrid demand.
Nigeria Waives Import Duties and VAT on CNG and Electric Vehicles
The government is removing financial barriers for clean-energy transport to lower costs and reduce petrol dependence.
UK auction chief urges new tax category for range-extended EVs
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions MD argues current incentives favor inefficient PHEVs over 'electric-first' range-extender technology.
Lectric eBikes Hits $1 Billion in Shopify Sales, Surpasses 750,000 Units Sold
The US electric bicycle leader reaches two major growth milestones while expanding into premium and high-power segments.
GM and Ford Scale Back EV Rhetoric as Regulatory Winds Shift
Analysis of seven years of earnings calls shows a sharp decline in electric vehicle mentions by the two largest U.S. automakers.
Ford CEO: Chinese EVs Could Enter U.S. Market Within a Decade
Jim Farley warns employees that current trade barriers are temporary and Detroit must prepare for inevitable competition.
XCMG Deploys World's Largest Autonomous Electric Mining Truck Fleet in Inner Mongolia
100 cabless ZNK95 haulers at Huaneng Yimin mine operate 24/7 with battery swapping, achieving 120% of manual efficiency.
Florida Proposes Redirecting $197M in EV Charger Funds to Air Taxi Vertiports
The state's plan to build 32 eVTOL landing pads with federal NEVI program money awaits federal approval and has drawn criticism over the shift from ground transportation to aviation infrastructure.
Amazon's Zoox Wins First U.S. Approval for Driverless Robotaxis Without Steering Wheels
NHTSA grants federal exemption allowing commercial deployment of up to 2,500 purpose-built autonomous vehicles per year, starting with Las Vegas.
Mercedes-Benz GLA Electric Leaks Ahead of July 29 Debut
The entry-level luxury SUV drops the EQ prefix, brings 800V architecture and 400 miles of range to the MMA platform.
BYD Breaks Into Japan's Kei Car Stronghold With 320-KM Electric Racco
The Chinese EV maker's first Japan-specific electric kei car undercuts domestic rivals on range and price while qualifying for government subsidies.
Experts Demand Privacy Act Overhaul as Car Brands Harvest Driver Data
Seven of Australia's top ten selling car brands collect and share driver telemetry, voice data and images with third parties, prompting urgent calls for opt-in consent laws.
Volkswagen Opens Pre-Orders for €25,000 ID. Polo EV After 25,000 Early Orders
The entry-level ID. Polo Trend undercuts rivals with a 37 kWh LFP battery as VW races to defend European market share.
Saudi Prince Alwaleed Takes 5% Lucid Stake, Stock Surges 25%
Passive investment worth $129.5 million signals continued Saudi confidence in struggling EV maker amid bankruptcy rumors.
BYD Enters Japan's Kei Car Market With $13,000 Electric Racco
The Chinese automaker's software-defined vehicle challenges domestic rivals with 320 km range and aggressive pricing.
Tesla Signs 90% PPA for 509 MW Arizona Solar-Storage Project Sterling
The EV maker taps ContourGlobal's KKR-backed facility for long-term clean power as AI and factory loads surge.
Tesla Seeks Emergency Court Order to Recover Cybertruck Tooling from Supplier
The automaker says specialized equipment held at a closing Texas plant threatens to halt production within days.