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Its LFP pack had 90% health at 26,000 miles. That’s not a disaster, but it’s worse than the chemistry’s reputation suggests.

Tesla has launched the Model Y Long Wheelbase in the United States and Puerto Rico, a stretched, six-seat version of the world’s best-selling electric vehicle that adds a third row and marks the company’s most significant Model Y expansion since its redesign earlier this year. The Launch Series starts at 61,990 dollars and includes 12 […] This story continues at The Next Web

EVs are notorious for their steep depreciation rates, and Lucid is no exception. Here's how the 2022 Air's used value compares to Tesla, Audi, and Mercedes EVs.

China battery giant launches two major initiatives aimed at improving the sustainability of battery manufacturing, recycling and reuse – backed by a some of Europe's biggest EV makers and home battery companies. The post China battery giant launches major new push for “circularity” amid EV and home storage boom appeared first on Renew Economy.

One heist captured $475,000 worth of Powerwall 3s in one go.

The Model Y L features an extended wheelbase, more interior space, and 325 miles of range.

Tesla has launched the six-seat Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US and Puerto Rico, featuring a stretched cabin, 325 miles of range, and upgraded comfort features.

Tesla has launched the Model Y L, its stretched, three-row, six-seat SUV, in the US and Puerto Rico. The automaker confirmed the launch on Thursday, with the vehicle now configurable online. The Model Y L arrives first as a “Launch Series” priced at $61,990 — more than Tesla’s own Model Y Performance and both of its main three-row EV rivals.

Kia is dropping the Niro EV from its 2027 US lineup and will only sell the hybrid version. The EV3 will replace it later this year as Kia’s most affordable electric vehicle.

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The Port of Klaipėda has reportedly launched a hydrogen fuel cell waste vessel for harbor service, reflecting broader efforts to electrify port support craft. The unverified announcement underscores growing momentum in hydrogen infrastructure and maritime decarbonization.

Slate's affordable electric pickup won't be headed north any time soon.

Tariffs and anti-China policies killed this little Volvo in the United States.

For decades, the historic tracks of the motorsports world have echoed with the roar of internal combustion engines. But at the 2026 Shell Eco-marathon Americas competition, held at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a different kind of racing revolutionized the paddock. This year, the spotlight shone brightly on the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) […] The post Supermileage Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Debuts at Shell Eco-marathon first appeared on Hydrogen Cars Now.

Much of it comes from heavy-duty trucks and buses that burn diesel.

BMW has revealed the all-new X5 with petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, electric, and future hydrogen powertrains, marking the biggest overhaul in the SUV's history.

Canadian electric two-wheeler maker Beachman has taken the wraps off its latest model, the Aviator, expanding its lineup with a platform that spans everything from a Class 2 e-bike to a highway-capable electric motorcycle.

Minister of Transport Kamel al-Wazir inaugurated 10 modern electric buses on Monday to support the smart, green mass transit system in the New Administrative Capital, in the presence of Engineer Khaled Abbas, Chairman of the Administrative Capital for Urban Development Company (ACUD), and Sabry Abdel Latif, Chairman of ACTA Public Transport Company. The inauguration comes … The post Transport Minister launches 10 electric buses in New Capital appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Kia’s first electric van, the PV5, is set to go on sale in Canada soon. Kia said the P5 is yet another affordable EV the company plans to launch in 2026.

Tesla revealed a major new Cybercab detail in a guide it released for First Responders, showing new territory in its beliefs and intentions for the ride-hailing-focused vehicle that entered production in April. The First Responders Guide is released to give fire departments, paramedics, and other emergency personnel the proper guidance on what to do in […] The post Tesla reveals huge Cybercab detail in new guide for First Responders appeared first on TESLARATI.

Volvo Buses has taken a major step in Australia’s public transport electrification journey with the debut of the BZL Electric Articulated bus. Built for the Public Transport Authority of Western..

CALSTART’s Zeroing in on Zero-Emission Trucks report is out, and the results are in: after getting off to a slow start in the first half of 2025, zero-emission truck deployment in the US picked up steam in the second half, climbing to 4.14% of all new deployments.

The Triple 10 Challenge is a showcase for how much of a difference its thermal fluids can make it in EV efficiency, charge speeds, and manufacturing cost.

The new version of GM’s dedicated electric vehicle platform is reportedly set to arrive near the end of 2028, and the Chevy Equinox EV will be the first to ride on it.

The PV5, Kia’s electric van, comes in many “top hats” for everyday and business use. At the Busan International Mobility Show, Kia introduced three new models, including a 7-seater.

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Tesla launched the slightly larger Model Y L in China last year, and it became a hit in no time. The longer wheelbase, larger interior, and slightly more forgiving legroom area in the Model Y L became a sought-after possibility for U.S. buyers, who have been begging the company for a larger SUV. Now, Tesla […] The post Tesla looks keen to bring larger Model Y L to the U.S. appeared first on TESLARATI.

Tesla plans to boost production at its Gigafactory Berlin plant in Germany following a sharp rebound in sales and demand in Europe after a softer 2025. The plans put Tesla in a better position to compete with strengthening companies in Europe and potentially other markets; demand indicators show Tesla is much better off than in […] The post Tesla plans production boost at Giga Berlin following rebound in Europe appeared first on TESLARATI.

A major new wind and storage project is seeking state and federal approval for plans to install up to 76 turbines – with the option for each of those turbines to have batteries included. The post Wind giant unveils huge new hybrid proposal, with option for batteries to be plugged into turbines appeared first on Renew Economy.

The safety board, known for its thorough investigations, is probing the crash alongside the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EV startup Slate Auto CEO Peter Faricy told CNBC that every vehicle the company produces will be gross margin positive.

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Porsche has made one thing crystal clear—there will be no fully electric 911. Instead, the iconic sports car will evolve with a performance-focused hybrid setup as part of the brand’s newly outlined..

BMW set a major hydrogen speed record two decades ago, but a new twin-engine challenger has appeared and it's threatening to dethrone the German automaker.

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Nissan’s top-selling vehicle in Europe won’t go fully electric as planned. The Qashqai EV is dead, at least for the foreseeable future, as Nissan falls even further behind low-cost Chinese brands.

The car’s driver-assistance system was in use when the crash killed a woman on Friday, the police said.

Exciting times in hydrogen news: Brazil’s aviation powerhouse, Embraer S.A., is gearing up to test a brand new hydrogen fuel…

Tesla wants to sell modular AI data center hardware, according to a new trademark application for a product called “Megapod.” The filing describes a complete, self-contained computing system for AI workloads — and it lands less than a year after Tesla killed Dojo, its only in-house AI training computer.

Electric cars are notorious for their steep depreciation rates, but some are worse than others. Here's which 2021 EVs are now the biggest bargains.

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 Jamie’s first drive in Aptera’s solar car, Tesla Cybercab specs revealed, Lucid Cosmos design leak, and more.

Dacia has unveiled the second-generation Spring, doubling down on its mission to deliver affordable electric mobility. This time around, the all-electric city car will be produced in Europe, marking..

Bosch has just launched its first-ever hub motor for urban e-bikes, bringing Smart System tech to a new market segment.

BMW Korea has launched its highly-anticipated all-electric SUV — the iX3 — featuring the carmaker’s next-generation Neue Klasse design language, the company said Thursday. The vehicle comes with symbolic significance as the carmaker’s first mass-produced model built on the completely revamped exterior design. The premium electric SUV blends a modern reinterpretation of BMW’s iconic 1960s heritage with futuristic innovations spanning design, digital integration and electrification technology, the carmaker said. Powered by the sixth-generation BMW eDrive system, the new iX3 introduces the brand’s first cylindrical cell battery technology. Utilizing a “cell-to-pack” manufacturing method that integrates battery cells directly into the pack without modules, the vehicle has achieved a 20 percent increase in energy density and a 30 percent boost in driving range. Equipped with a 113.4 kilowatt-hour high-voltage battery, the flagship iX3 50 xDrive model boasts a single-charge driving range of

We will finally get to see the Range Rover Electric and smaller Sport model later this year. Defender is set to launch its first EV, which could be an even bigger hit.

Tesla is continuing to push the boundaries of vehicle dynamics, as its latest published patent, US12654505B2, or “Suspension Actuator System for a Vehicle,’ which has finally been pushed through. The design, which is credited to inventors Brian Lee Doorlag, Avraham Kagan, and Justin Sill, introduces a sophisticated hybrid suspension design that blends active motor-driven control […] The post Tesla patent aims to improve common on-road complaint appeared first on TESLARATI.

The full-size luxury SUV can drive nearly 600 miles (950 km) without stopping and can recharge in as little as five minutes. BYD launched the flagship Great Tang SUV on Tuesday after preorders exceeded 150,000, its highest so far for a single vehicle.

Faraday Future (FFAI) stock rises in premarket trading after unveiling a new lineup of humanoid and quadruped robotics products. Importance Rank:  1 read more

A fleet of electric Peterbilt 579EV Class 8 trucks is being put to work on container-hauling routes at the Port of Vancouver as part of a new, data-sharing pilot program designed to measure real-world benefits of electric drayage trucks on first-mile delivery routes.

The roughly $50,000 Cosmos is supposed to go on sale by the end of this year. It will be the brand’s first mass-market EV.

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YEONGJONG ISLAND, Incheon — Toyota Motor Korea has launched the all-new RAV4 flagship SUV, introducing a bolstered eco-friendly lineup that features a new motorsport-inspired plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant aimed at capitalizing on the surging demand for hybrid vehicles here, the Japanese carmaker said Tuesday. The revamped six-generation RAV4 highlights the automaker’s willingness to shift its focus away from traditional gasoline models into hybrid and PHEV options. The highlight of the latest model is the addition of the PHEV GR Sport trim, which blends Toyota’s Gazoo Racing motorsport identity with SUV practicality. The performance-oriented trim boasts specialized tuning to minimize microscopic vibrations and body roll during cornering, complemented by the carmaker’s Electric Power Steering mapping that delivers an intuitive, firm steering response. The emphasis on hybrid technology reflects Toyota’s cautious approach to the absolute electric vehicle transition in Korea. The automaker

The Hilux BEV arrives as Toyota’s first fully electric pickup and body-on-frame EV. Is it worth the price?

Tesla’s Cybercab has taken a significant step toward production with new technical details emerging from 2026 EPA certification documents. The filings, which include a Certificate of Conformity issued in late May, provide the most comprehensive public look yet at the purpose-built autonomous vehicle designed for high-volume, low-cost ride-hailing operations. At its core, the Cybercab is […] The post Tesla Cybercab specs revealed: range, curb weight, range ratings, and more appeared first on TESLARATI.

Tesla’s Cybercab EPA certification documents reveal the robotaxi’s full technical specs for the first time — including a 3,113-lb curb weight, a 219 HP motor, and a 48 kWh battery pack. The filing confirms several claims Tesla made about the vehicle while revealing some surprises. The Certificate Summary Information (CSI) for EPA test group TTSLV00.0L1A, filed on May 21 and certified on May 26, provides the most detailed look yet at the engineering behind the most efficient EV ever produced.

We've got the basic deets on Tesla's supposedly fully autonomous two-seater.

Forgot to plug in your EV at home? Xiaomi’s latest product takes care of it, even if you’re away.

Plans that started as an up to 5 GW wind farm have morphed into a 1.35 GW hybrid heavyweight combining wind, solar and battery storage next to a major new transmission line. The post Plans for Australia’s biggest wind farm scaled back, with solar and big battery added to create huge hybrid appeared first on Renew Economy.

After 18 months and just over 13,000 miles, Tesla’s own battery-health test showed a result its owner called unacceptable.

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New details reveal the Great Han, BYD’s upcoming full-size luxury electric sedan, will offer a driving range of over 1,000 km (621 miles). Here’s what else we know.

BMW unveiled the M Concept Neue Klasse on Friday, offering a sneak peek at the all-electric quad-motor i3 M EV.

Northern EV owners may soon be able to get almost an entire battery's worth of charge in less time than a typical Tim Horton's stop.

It looks like a close-to-production preview of the production BMW i3 M, but the specs are still under wraps.

Just in time for Le Mans, BMW is pulling the cover off its new M performance concept built on the Bavarian automaker's Neue Klasse next-generation architecture. The concept is the debut of a new design language for BMW's M division, signaling a shift toward a more electrified future. The company says it is built on the guiding principle "Born on the racetrack. Made for the streets," bridging BMW's motorsports heritage with its next-generation EV technology. Marketing bromides aside, the new concept is a two-door sedan with powerful proportions, precise lines, wide wheel arches, and a muscular shoulder section. It's also an introduction to … Read the full story at The Verge.

Revealed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the M Concept Neue Klasse is also a look into the future of all M car designs.

The concept wears far more aggressive styling than the standard i3, with wide fenders, deep air intakes carved into the front bumper, and yellow headlights.

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China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) granted Xiaomi regulatory approval to produce extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs), clearing a key hurdle for the company’s expansion beyond battery-only EVs. The approval paves the way for Xiaomi’s first range-extended model — a full-size SUV codenamed “Kunlun N3” that measures over 5.3 meters long and targets Li Auto’s dominant L9.

When the roar of racing engines mixes with the hush of cryogenics, you know something special is about to happen.…

Besides Samsung Heavy, Japan’s MOL is also building a 73 MW floating data center with Karpowership for a 2027 deployment.

If you're thinking about investing in a used Rivian R1T for your next vehicle, here's how much a 2022 model has depreciated in the last 4 years.

We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China’s EV giants challenge Tesla in race to commercialise humanoid robots Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers are opening a new front in their battle with Tesla: humanoid robots. After spending years competing on electric cars and autonomous driving technology, leading Chinese...

BYD Korea will showcase its proprietary hybrid vehicle technology at the Busan International Mobility Show 2026, stepping up its campaign to win over consumers in one of Asia’s most competitive auto markets. The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant plans to unveil its Dual Mode-intelligent (DM-i) eco-friendly technology at the exhibition, which runs from June 26 to July 5 at the BEXCO convention center. Operating under the theme “The Power of Duality,” the showcase is designed to highlight the company's dual focus on its established commercial vehicle lineup — now in its 10th year in Korea — and its rapidly expanding passenger vehicle division. BYD’s aggressive push into Korea comes as the brand hits a key milestone, recently surpassing 10,000 cumulative vehicle sales in the country. The company noted that the figure represents one of the fastest sales trajectories achieved by a foreign auto brand in Korea. Central to BYD's strategy is its DM-i system, an “electric-first hybrid”

This new EV-charging solution is perhaps the one ring to rule them all—and make charging a whole lot more convenient.

The Olinia Uno seats six, can take a wheelchair, and is made, designed, and developed entirely in Mexico.

After reducing IONIQ 5 prices in the US by nearly $10,000 last year, Hyundai launched the refreshed 2027 model in Korea at a more competitive price. more…

The hybrid approach has the advantage of being compatible with existing airframes.

Despite being unveiled less than a year ago, it feels like we’ve been waiting forever for LiveWire’s new S4 Honcho to reveal its official pricing and begin production. Today, we got both, as the Harley-Davidson spinoff pulled the last curtain off, revealing the final secrets behind the brand’s new low-cost electric motorcycles headed to streets and trails near you soon. more…