Tesla puts Starlink antenna in Cybercab
electrek :: 07/21/2026 12:25:21 AM
Tesla and Starlink say SpaceX’s satellite internet is now “directly integrated” into the Cybercab, Tesla’s dedicated robotaxi. The reveal came through a pair of posts on X on Monday, with a cutaway diagram showing a Starlink antenna sitting in the vehicle’s roof. Neither company explained why a car that drives itself on its own computer needs internet from space.
electrek :: 07/21/2026 12:25:21 AM
Tesla and Starlink say SpaceX’s satellite internet is now “directly integrated” into the Cybercab, Tesla’s dedicated robotaxi. The reveal came through a pair of posts on X on Monday, with a cutaway diagram showing a Starlink antenna sitting in the vehicle’s roof. Neither company explained why a car that drives itself on its own computer needs internet from space.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is flying off dealer lots, and it’s getting harder to find
electrek :: 07/20/2026 9:39:42 PM
The IONIQ 5 is a hot seller right now, and Hyundai dealers are reportedly running out of inventory.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 9:39:42 PM
The IONIQ 5 is a hot seller right now, and Hyundai dealers are reportedly running out of inventory.
The US’s first UL 3700 balcony solar microinverter is here
electrek :: 07/20/2026 8:38:08 PM
Hoymiles has launched the HiFlow Pro, the first US microinverter certified to meet UL 3700, North America’s new safety standard for plug-in balcony solar.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 8:38:08 PM
Hoymiles has launched the HiFlow Pro, the first US microinverter certified to meet UL 3700, North America’s new safety standard for plug-in balcony solar.
Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ got me a speeding ticket, and Tesla killed the fix
electrek :: 07/20/2026 8:01:16 PM
I got a speeding ticket this weekend while using Tesla’s Full Self-Driving. The car was driving itself in Standard mode on FSD when it took me up to 78 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. A police officer coming the other way clocked me on radar and pulled me over on the spot. I’d turned FSD on less than two minutes earlier.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 8:01:16 PM
I got a speeding ticket this weekend while using Tesla’s Full Self-Driving. The car was driving itself in Standard mode on FSD when it took me up to 78 km/h in a 50 km/h zone. A police officer coming the other way clocked me on radar and pulled me over on the spot. I’d turned FSD on less than two minutes earlier.
Hyundai’s $5B battery plant opens with enough capacity to power 300,000 EVs a year
electrek :: 07/20/2026 7:14:55 PM
Hyundai opened its new $5 billion EV battery plant in Georgia with enough capacity to power about 300,000 electric vehicles a year. The first of which will be used in the three-row IONIQ 9.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 7:14:55 PM
Hyundai opened its new $5 billion EV battery plant in Georgia with enough capacity to power about 300,000 electric vehicles a year. The first of which will be used in the three-row IONIQ 9.
EGO 21-inch electric Select Cut and Touch Drive mower + 2x batteries new $527 low, Jackery power…
electrek :: 07/20/2026 6:00:00 PM
Leading this week’s Monday Green Deals is a new all-time low price on the popular EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch Cordless Electric Select Cut and Touch Drive Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with 2x 4.0Ah batteries for $527 (saving you $252). Right behind that, we have Jackery’s latest Summer Sale lineup with up to 50% power station discounts, like the new 1,024Wh HomePower 1000 v2 Portable Power Station at $549. There’s also the Baseus X1 Pro Dual-Tracking Outdoor Wireless Solar Security Camera at $130, the Autel MaxiCharger Home Level 2 50A…
electrek :: 07/20/2026 6:00:00 PM
Leading this week’s Monday Green Deals is a new all-time low price on the popular EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch Cordless Electric Select Cut and Touch Drive Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with 2x 4.0Ah batteries for $527 (saving you $252). Right behind that, we have Jackery’s latest Summer Sale lineup with up to 50% power station discounts, like the new 1,024Wh HomePower 1000 v2 Portable Power Station at $549. There’s also the Baseus X1 Pro Dual-Tracking Outdoor Wireless Solar Security Camera at $130, the Autel MaxiCharger Home Level 2 50A…
Ford’s new EV pickup caught at a Tesla Supercharger
electrek :: 07/20/2026 5:58:52 PM
Ford’s upcoming midsize electric pickup will start at around $30,000 with a native NACS port to recharge at Tesla Superchargers.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 5:58:52 PM
Ford’s upcoming midsize electric pickup will start at around $30,000 with a native NACS port to recharge at Tesla Superchargers.
Principia is here to win, and it won’t hesitate to help others do the same
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:54:22 PM
The sun has just about risen on this year’s Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP), the pre-qualifying race before the renowned American Solar Challenge. FSGP officially kicks off tomorrow morning for the teams that have passed rigorous safety and quality checks, known as “scrutineering.” Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the privilege of speaking directly with teams from around the world, including the Delft Solar Team from the Netherlands and ÉTS Éclipse from Montreal. But for my final profile, I sat down with students…
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:54:22 PM
The sun has just about risen on this year’s Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP), the pre-qualifying race before the renowned American Solar Challenge. FSGP officially kicks off tomorrow morning for the teams that have passed rigorous safety and quality checks, known as “scrutineering.” Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the privilege of speaking directly with teams from around the world, including the Delft Solar Team from the Netherlands and ÉTS Éclipse from Montreal. But for my final profile, I sat down with students…
Will we soon see sodium-ion batteries on electric bikes?
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:44:52 PM
For the last couple of years, sodium-ion batteries have been one of the most talked-about “next big things” in the battery world. They promise lower costs, improved safety, and reduced dependence on critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Naturally, that has led many riders to wonder whether the next generation of electric bicycles could ditch lithium altogether.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:44:52 PM
For the last couple of years, sodium-ion batteries have been one of the most talked-about “next big things” in the battery world. They promise lower costs, improved safety, and reduced dependence on critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Naturally, that has led many riders to wonder whether the next generation of electric bicycles could ditch lithium altogether.
Genesis may bring a more affordable luxury EV to the mass market
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:42:15 PM
Genesis is going on the offensive as the Korean luxury brand expands into new segments.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 4:42:15 PM
Genesis is going on the offensive as the Korean luxury brand expands into new segments.
Toyota’s next-gen Corolla EV takes center stage as a ‘sense of crisis’ reshapes the company
electrek :: 07/20/2026 3:01:15 PM
The world’s best-selling car of all time is going electric. Toyota’s next-generation Corolla EV will debut on a new platform as “a considerable sense of crisis” forces the company to reinvent itself.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 3:01:15 PM
The world’s best-selling car of all time is going electric. Toyota’s next-generation Corolla EV will debut on a new platform as “a considerable sense of crisis” forces the company to reinvent itself.
Florida AG asks court to erase Tesla’s $243M Autopilot crash verdict
electrek :: 07/20/2026 2:20:41 PM
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking a federal appeals court to wipe out the $243 million verdict a Miami jury handed Tesla over a fatal Autopilot crash. The attorneys general of Alabama and Georgia joined the July 9 brief, which asks the 11th Circuit to throw out the judgment entirely — or, failing that, cut the $200 million punitive award down to three times compensatory damages.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 2:20:41 PM
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking a federal appeals court to wipe out the $243 million verdict a Miami jury handed Tesla over a fatal Autopilot crash. The attorneys general of Alabama and Georgia joined the July 9 brief, which asks the 11th Circuit to throw out the judgment entirely — or, failing that, cut the $200 million punitive award down to three times compensatory damages.
Order up: Janus Electric set to convert 67 diesel trucks to battery-swap EVs
electrek :: 07/20/2026 2:15:00 PM
Australian conversion experts Janus Electric are celebrating a series of orders that will see the company convert 67 Class 8 heavy-duty freight and drayage trucks from diesels to advanced, battery-swap electric vehicles.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 2:15:00 PM
Australian conversion experts Janus Electric are celebrating a series of orders that will see the company convert 67 Class 8 heavy-duty freight and drayage trucks from diesels to advanced, battery-swap electric vehicles.
Tesla remote operator crashed a ‘Robotaxi’ in Houston, NHTSA data shows
electrek :: 07/20/2026 1:15:01 PM
Tesla has filed four new “Robotaxi” crash reports with NHTSA, and the most revealing one involves a Tesla remote operator driving the vehicle into a tree stump in Houston. It’s the third crash Tesla has now reported involving a human operating the car remotely caused the collision — and the first one Tesla has formally coded as remote operation in its filing.
electrek :: 07/20/2026 1:15:01 PM
Tesla has filed four new “Robotaxi” crash reports with NHTSA, and the most revealing one involves a Tesla remote operator driving the vehicle into a tree stump in Houston. It’s the third crash Tesla has now reported involving a human operating the car remotely caused the collision — and the first one Tesla has formally coded as remote operation in its filing.
Chinese Wuling Bingo could come to North America as an entry-level Chevy EV
electrek :: 07/19/2026 10:28:34 PM
The Geo Metro has reached legendary status among hyper-milers and fuel efficiency fans, and if the rumors are to be believed, it could be getting a spiritual successor in the form of a Chevy-badged Wuling Bingo EV for global markets.
electrek :: 07/19/2026 10:28:34 PM
The Geo Metro has reached legendary status among hyper-milers and fuel efficiency fans, and if the rumors are to be believed, it could be getting a spiritual successor in the form of a Chevy-badged Wuling Bingo EV for global markets.
Survey Sunday: is Slate Auto’s affordable electric truck going to make it?
electrek :: 07/19/2026 9:20:04 PM
For the last few weeks, we’ve been running a sidebar survey asking Electrek readers if they thought the new, affordable Slate electric truck was going to succeed in the ultra-competitive US market. After receiving nearly 3,000 responses, here’s what you told us.
electrek :: 07/19/2026 9:20:04 PM
For the last few weeks, we’ve been running a sidebar survey asking Electrek readers if they thought the new, affordable Slate electric truck was going to succeed in the ultra-competitive US market. After receiving nearly 3,000 responses, here’s what you told us.
Pilot hits new EV milestone with 300th DC fast charging location
electrek :: 07/19/2026 8:27:32 PM
Pilot travel centers are welcoming America’s summer road trippers with a number of new locations, an expanded, “coast-to-coast” EV charging network that offers 24/7 convenience and healthier c-store snacks and menu items.
electrek :: 07/19/2026 8:27:32 PM
Pilot travel centers are welcoming America’s summer road trippers with a number of new locations, an expanded, “coast-to-coast” EV charging network that offers 24/7 convenience and healthier c-store snacks and menu items.
New 6 passenger, 780-mile PHEV from GM has North America written all over it
electrek :: 07/19/2026 12:05:03 AM
GM thinks its newest Starlight L PHEV SUV could be China’s best value hybrid, offering 260 km (~160 miles) of all-electric range, spacious six-passenger seating, and a modern technology package at an affordable price. And it’s exactly the kind of vehicle that the company could try to rebadge for North America
electrek :: 07/19/2026 12:05:03 AM
GM thinks its newest Starlight L PHEV SUV could be China’s best value hybrid, offering 260 km (~160 miles) of all-electric range, spacious six-passenger seating, and a modern technology package at an affordable price. And it’s exactly the kind of vehicle that the company could try to rebadge for North America
LiuGong brings electric heavy equipment options to North America [video]
electrek :: 07/18/2026 8:50:45 PM
This week, Chinese equipment brand LiuGong officially launched its battery-electric equipment and material handling asset portfolio in the United States and Canada, making it easier than ever for construction and forestry crews to decarbonize their fleets.
electrek :: 07/18/2026 8:50:45 PM
This week, Chinese equipment brand LiuGong officially launched its battery-electric equipment and material handling asset portfolio in the United States and Canada, making it easier than ever for construction and forestry crews to decarbonize their fleets.
Honda goes all-in on EVs in a multibillion dollar market: commercial lawnmowers
electrek :: 07/18/2026 7:56:41 PM
Honda Automobile dealers will have to wait a little longer for a self-driving EV that seriously worry Tesla or GM – but Honda Power Equipment dealers are playing in a multibillion market, too, and they have an advanced, autonomous, and all-electric vehicle arriving right now.
electrek :: 07/18/2026 7:56:41 PM
Honda Automobile dealers will have to wait a little longer for a self-driving EV that seriously worry Tesla or GM – but Honda Power Equipment dealers are playing in a multibillion market, too, and they have an advanced, autonomous, and all-electric vehicle arriving right now.
New HMP Flash brings affordable 75 MPH electric scooters to the US
electrek :: 07/18/2026 1:07:26 PM
Electric scooters are everywhere in much of Europe and Asia, but they’ve always remained something of an oddity in the US market. While American riders have recently embraced electric bicycles and, to a measurably smaller extent, electric motorcycles, traditional seated scooters have struggled to gain traction in North America. Now San Francisco-based HMP Bikes is hoping to change that with its new HMP Flash, a high-performance electric scooter designed from the ground up for riders who rack up serious mileage.
electrek :: 07/18/2026 1:07:26 PM
Electric scooters are everywhere in much of Europe and Asia, but they’ve always remained something of an oddity in the US market. While American riders have recently embraced electric bicycles and, to a measurably smaller extent, electric motorcycles, traditional seated scooters have struggled to gain traction in North America. Now San Francisco-based HMP Bikes is hoping to change that with its new HMP Flash, a high-performance electric scooter designed from the ground up for riders who rack up serious mileage.
Trump’s dumb idea to tariff Canada over smoke could set a useful precedent
electrek :: 07/18/2026 1:00:00 PM
The latest dumb, hypocritical “idea” to come out of the idiot running the US into the ground could actually set the precedent we need to solve climate change. Hear me out for a minute.
electrek :: 07/18/2026 1:00:00 PM
The latest dumb, hypocritical “idea” to come out of the idiot running the US into the ground could actually set the precedent we need to solve climate change. Hear me out for a minute.
BMW i3 Touring caught for the first time, and that wagon rear is hard to miss
electrek :: 07/17/2026 8:46:18 PM
After the sedan version launched last month, the new BMW i3 Touring was captured for the first time with its wagon tail on display.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 8:46:18 PM
After the sedan version launched last month, the new BMW i3 Touring was captured for the first time with its wagon tail on display.
Podcast: TSLA shareholders wake up, Xpeng targets EU, VW goes cheaper, and more
electrek :: 07/17/2026 7:29:46 PM
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 shareholders potentially starting to wake up, Xpeng targeting the European market, VW going cheaper with its EVs, and more.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 7:29:46 PM
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 shareholders potentially starting to wake up, Xpeng targeting the European market, VW going cheaper with its EVs, and more.
Toyota is offering $3,000 if you trade in your old EV for its new electric SUV
electrek :: 07/17/2026 6:03:00 PM
Toyota’s new bZ electric SUV is nearly outselling the Prius this year. With an extra $3,000 off if you trade in your old EV in California, it might be worth checking out.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 6:03:00 PM
Toyota’s new bZ electric SUV is nearly outselling the Prius this year. With an extra $3,000 off if you trade in your old EV in California, it might be worth checking out.
EcoFlow brings back Prime Day power station pricing in sale from $169, Segway Xafari e-bike $1,550…
electrek :: 07/17/2026 6:00:00 PM
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with an EV-heavy edition, though our headliner is EcoFlow’s second phase Outdoor Season Sale with returning Prime Day Pricing on power stations + multiple FREE gift tiers – all starting from $169. Right behind that, we have Segway’s Xafari All-Terrain Fat Tire Smart Cruiser e-bike at its $1,550 low, the EGO Multi-Head bundle for a Power Head, 15-inch String Trimmer attachment, and a 5.0Ah battery back at $319, and Gotrax’s budget-friendly R7 Electric Bike at its $765 low. That’s…
electrek :: 07/17/2026 6:00:00 PM
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with an EV-heavy edition, though our headliner is EcoFlow’s second phase Outdoor Season Sale with returning Prime Day Pricing on power stations + multiple FREE gift tiers – all starting from $169. Right behind that, we have Segway’s Xafari All-Terrain Fat Tire Smart Cruiser e-bike at its $1,550 low, the EGO Multi-Head bundle for a Power Head, 15-inch String Trimmer attachment, and a 5.0Ah battery back at $319, and Gotrax’s budget-friendly R7 Electric Bike at its $765 low. That’s…
In the birthplace of the car, EVs are now king: BEVs outsell gas cars in Germany
electrek :: 07/17/2026 5:53:49 PM
For the first time, battery electric vehicles were the most popular powertrain in Germany in June, setting a new sales record as the birthplace of the automobile moves forward into the next stage of its evolution.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 5:53:49 PM
For the first time, battery electric vehicles were the most popular powertrain in Germany in June, setting a new sales record as the birthplace of the automobile moves forward into the next stage of its evolution.
BYD unveils its latest luxury EV with sleek fastback styling and 570 miles of range
electrek :: 07/17/2026 4:03:45 PM
BYD revealed the new Denza Z9S, a high-tech luxury electric sedan that can drive over 570 miles (920 km) on a single charge.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 4:03:45 PM
BYD revealed the new Denza Z9S, a high-tech luxury electric sedan that can drive over 570 miles (920 km) on a single charge.
How getting a Garmin watch changed my e-biking (and my fitness lifestyle)
electrek :: 07/17/2026 2:17:07 PM
I’m not usually the kind of person who gets excited about wearing a watch. But I am apparently the kind of person who paces around my living room at a quarter to midnight because a tiny computer on my wrist informed me I was 200 steps short of today’s goal. So here we are, with the story of how I got a Garmin watch to better analyze my bike riding (and my running), and ended up learning to love that cute little bully that now lives on my wrist.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 2:17:07 PM
I’m not usually the kind of person who gets excited about wearing a watch. But I am apparently the kind of person who paces around my living room at a quarter to midnight because a tiny computer on my wrist informed me I was 200 steps short of today’s goal. So here we are, with the story of how I got a Garmin watch to better analyze my bike riding (and my running), and ended up learning to love that cute little bully that now lives on my wrist.
Volkswagen’s new ID. Polo EV secured 25,000 orders in weeks — Now, it’s even cheaper
electrek :: 07/17/2026 2:16:02 PM
Volkswagen opened pre-orders for the ID. Polo with the smaller 37 kWh battery, starting at under $30,000. The lower-priced model arrives after Volkswagen’s new EV received 25,000 orders weeks after it went on sale.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 2:16:02 PM
Volkswagen opened pre-orders for the ID. Polo with the smaller 37 kWh battery, starting at under $30,000. The lower-priced model arrives after Volkswagen’s new EV received 25,000 orders weeks after it went on sale.
Tesla launches in Latvia and Uruguay, expanding on two continents
electrek :: 07/17/2026 1:34:31 PM
Tesla opened two new markets in less than 24 hours, launching in Latvia and Uruguay in back-to-back announcements this week. The dual entry completes Tesla’s expansion across all three Baltic states and gives the automaker its third market in South America — two very different markets that show how the company is chasing growth wherever it can find it.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 1:34:31 PM
Tesla opened two new markets in less than 24 hours, launching in Latvia and Uruguay in back-to-back announcements this week. The dual entry completes Tesla’s expansion across all three Baltic states and gives the automaker its third market in South America — two very different markets that show how the company is chasing growth wherever it can find it.
Wheel-E Podcast: New Tern HSD, 65 MPH ‘e-bike’, Segway Xaber review, more
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:43:28 PM
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-bike launches from Tern, Trek, Momentum, and Ariel Rider, reviews of the Infinite Machine Olto and Segway Xaber, and more.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:43:28 PM
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-bike launches from Tern, Trek, Momentum, and Ariel Rider, reviews of the Infinite Machine Olto and Segway Xaber, and more.
Mick Murray’s hybrid haulers move more freight with fewer fumes
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:39:34 PM
No matter how you slice it, there just aren’t enough drivers to move all the freight (and autonomous just isn’t ready). In the US, the industry is chasing higher payloads to bridge the gap, but in Australia, they’re taking a different approach: massive, multi-trailer hybrid road trains.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:39:34 PM
No matter how you slice it, there just aren’t enough drivers to move all the freight (and autonomous just isn’t ready). In the US, the industry is chasing higher payloads to bridge the gap, but in Australia, they’re taking a different approach: massive, multi-trailer hybrid road trains.
Segway Xaber review: The mall-cop company just built a better Sur Ron for less money
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:37:05 PM
When you think of Segway, you might still think of the self-balancing personal transporters that mall cops and tour groups employ to get around. The company, however, since being acquired by Beijing-based Ninebot a decade ago, has morphed into E-bikes, e-scooters, go-karts, off-road UTVs — the company has been stacking up two- and four-wheeled hardware for a while now. But with the recent launch of the new Xaber, however, they are now into very serious 60+mph-capable electric off-road motorcycles. We’ve spent the last month with…
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:37:05 PM
When you think of Segway, you might still think of the self-balancing personal transporters that mall cops and tour groups employ to get around. The company, however, since being acquired by Beijing-based Ninebot a decade ago, has morphed into E-bikes, e-scooters, go-karts, off-road UTVs — the company has been stacking up two- and four-wheeled hardware for a while now. But with the recent launch of the new Xaber, however, they are now into very serious 60+mph-capable electric off-road motorcycles. We’ve spent the last month with…
Tesla finally launches a bike — but it’s not what fans wanted
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:31:20 AM
Tesla fans have spent years begging the company to build an e-bike. Tesla just launched a bike — and it has no motor, no pedals, and it’s for toddlers. The new “Balance Bike for Kids” sells for $225 on Tesla’s online shop, and it’s aimed at children aged 2 to 5.
electrek :: 07/17/2026 12:31:20 AM
Tesla fans have spent years begging the company to build an e-bike. Tesla just launched a bike — and it has no motor, no pedals, and it’s for toddlers. The new “Balance Bike for Kids” sells for $225 on Tesla’s online shop, and it’s aimed at children aged 2 to 5.
The BMW iX4 looks more like a grand tourer than an SUV [Images]
electrek :: 07/16/2026 9:30:34 PM
The 2027 iX4 is set to join BMW’s electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a unique new look to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted on the road in Germany.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 9:30:34 PM
The 2027 iX4 is set to join BMW’s electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a unique new look to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted on the road in Germany.
Tesla (TSLA) shareholders are begging Musk to explain missed goals
electrek :: 07/16/2026 8:45:06 PM
Tesla shareholders have flooded the company’s Q2 2026 earnings Q&A portal with questions, and the most-upvoted ones tell a bleak story: retail investors are now demanding that Elon Musk explain why the company keeps missing its own short-term goals. The tone has shifted from asking about Tesla’s grand vision to asking why almost none of it is showing up on schedule — on robotaxi, “Full Self-Driving,” and Optimus.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 8:45:06 PM
Tesla shareholders have flooded the company’s Q2 2026 earnings Q&A portal with questions, and the most-upvoted ones tell a bleak story: retail investors are now demanding that Elon Musk explain why the company keeps missing its own short-term goals. The tone has shifted from asking about Tesla’s grand vision to asking why almost none of it is showing up on schedule — on robotaxi, “Full Self-Driving,” and Optimus.
Kia EV2 Long Range goes on sale with 281 miles of range, plus GT and Black-Line trims
electrek :: 07/16/2026 7:55:02 PM
The Kia EV2 is now available with a larger battery providing up to 281 miles of driving range, plus a few new trim options.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 7:55:02 PM
The Kia EV2 is now available with a larger battery providing up to 281 miles of driving range, plus a few new trim options.
Xpeng’s new L03 undercuts Tesla Model Y by up to $10,000 in Europe
electrek :: 07/16/2026 6:13:41 PM
Xpeng launched its new L03 electric SUV-coupe in Europe this week with a starting price of €34,990 — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by roughly €3,400 in Germany and by around $10,000 in Norway. The pricing puts a well-equipped 4.65-meter electric SUV directly under Tesla’s best-seller in its highest-volume segment, and deliveries start in the fourth quarter.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 6:13:41 PM
Xpeng launched its new L03 electric SUV-coupe in Europe this week with a starting price of €34,990 — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by roughly €3,400 in Germany and by around $10,000 in Norway. The pricing puts a well-equipped 4.65-meter electric SUV directly under Tesla’s best-seller in its highest-volume segment, and deliveries start in the fourth quarter.
Segway Max G3 e-scooter at $1,000 2026 low, EcoFlow dual-bundle power station flash sale, Tapo…
electrek :: 07/16/2026 6:00:00 PM
Leading today’s Green Deals are a special promotion on Segway’s Max G3 Electric Scooter at a $1,000 2026 low for members (sign-up is free). Right behind it, we have an EcoFlow flash sale that is offering double bundles of power stations, expansion batteries, and more – all starting from $879. There’s also the Tapo SolarCam 1080p Outdoor Wireless Security Camera 3-pack at its $120 low that was last seen during Prime Day, as well as EGO’s 56V 26-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer with a 2.5Ah battery at a new $195 Amazon…
electrek :: 07/16/2026 6:00:00 PM
Leading today’s Green Deals are a special promotion on Segway’s Max G3 Electric Scooter at a $1,000 2026 low for members (sign-up is free). Right behind it, we have an EcoFlow flash sale that is offering double bundles of power stations, expansion batteries, and more – all starting from $879. There’s also the Tapo SolarCam 1080p Outdoor Wireless Security Camera 3-pack at its $120 low that was last seen during Prime Day, as well as EGO’s 56V 26-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer with a 2.5Ah battery at a new $195 Amazon…
Honda is officially pulling the plug on its only EV in the US
electrek :: 07/16/2026 5:18:14 PM
The Honda Prologue is still among America’s top 10 best-selling electric vehicles, but it won’t be for much longer.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 5:18:14 PM
The Honda Prologue is still among America’s top 10 best-selling electric vehicles, but it won’t be for much longer.
Volvo delivers first EX60 EVs, a ‘game changer’ with 500+ miles range and fast charging
electrek :: 07/16/2026 4:07:32 PM
The EX60 is a true “game changer” for the Volvo brand, with the first customer deliveries now underway.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 4:07:32 PM
The EX60 is a true “game changer” for the Volvo brand, with the first customer deliveries now underway.
Chip Motors unveils $15,000 electric ‘life utility vehicle’
electrek :: 07/16/2026 3:42:24 PM
Miami-based startup Chip Motors has unveiled Chip, an electric “life utility vehicle” that starts at $15,000 and tops out at 25 mph. The boxy, open-air four-seater is a low-speed vehicle aimed at short daily trips, and it lands in one of the fastest-growing corners of the EV market.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 3:42:24 PM
Miami-based startup Chip Motors has unveiled Chip, an electric “life utility vehicle” that starts at $15,000 and tops out at 25 mph. The boxy, open-air four-seater is a low-speed vehicle aimed at short daily trips, and it lands in one of the fastest-growing corners of the EV market.
XPeng L03 ships Google Maps Auto SDK — a first for an APAC automaker
electrek :: 07/16/2026 2:53:30 PM
XPeng used the global launch of its new L03 in Munich to announce that the electric SUV coupe is the first vehicle from any Asia-Pacific automaker to ship with Google Maps’ Auto SDK built in. The integration replaces XPeng’s overseas navigation stack with Google Maps data and, more importantly, feeds map data into its NGP and XPILOT ASSIST driver-assistance systems outside China.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 2:53:30 PM
XPeng used the global launch of its new L03 in Munich to announce that the electric SUV coupe is the first vehicle from any Asia-Pacific automaker to ship with Google Maps’ Auto SDK built in. The integration replaces XPeng’s overseas navigation stack with Google Maps data and, more importantly, feeds map data into its NGP and XPILOT ASSIST driver-assistance systems outside China.
Range Rover’s smaller, more affordable electric SUV makes first public appearance [Images]
electrek :: 07/16/2026 2:32:44 PM
The Range Rover Sport is going electric. With its official debut just around the corner, Range Rover offered a sneak peek at its second EV.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 2:32:44 PM
The Range Rover Sport is going electric. With its official debut just around the corner, Range Rover offered a sneak peek at its second EV.
CATL’s 30-year sodium-ion battery takes over grid storage
electrek :: 07/16/2026 1:57:30 PM
CATL has signed a memorandum of understanding with Dutch energy company Alfen to deploy 5 GWh of its Tener Sodium energy storage systems across Europe, one of the largest sodium-ion commitments the region has seen. The batteries are rated for 15,000 cycles and a 25-to-30-year service life — the pitch that sodium-ion’s longevity, not its energy density, is what wins grid storage.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 1:57:30 PM
CATL has signed a memorandum of understanding with Dutch energy company Alfen to deploy 5 GWh of its Tener Sodium energy storage systems across Europe, one of the largest sodium-ion commitments the region has seen. The batteries are rated for 15,000 cycles and a 25-to-30-year service life — the pitch that sodium-ion’s longevity, not its energy density, is what wins grid storage.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N EV gets a big $6,300 price cut and new features
electrek :: 07/16/2026 1:39:02 PM
Hyundai slashed prices on the electric 2026 IONIQ 5 N by $6,300, making it more tempting than ever.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 1:39:02 PM
Hyundai slashed prices on the electric 2026 IONIQ 5 N by $6,300, making it more tempting than ever.
Infinite Machine Olto review: A strange ‘e-bike’ or an urban transportation revolution?
electrek :: 07/16/2026 12:32:54 PM
Every now and then, a company launches something that doesn’t fit neatly into any existing category. Not because it’s obscenely powerful or flaunts conventional safety, but just because it doesn’t fit the mold that we’ve grown accustomed to. That’s exactly what the Infinite Machine Olto is. Call it an e-bike, call it an electric moped, call it a scooter with pedals – everyone is going to have a different opinion. But after spending several weeks riding the Olto around town, I can confidently say one thing: it’s unlike…
electrek :: 07/16/2026 12:32:54 PM
Every now and then, a company launches something that doesn’t fit neatly into any existing category. Not because it’s obscenely powerful or flaunts conventional safety, but just because it doesn’t fit the mold that we’ve grown accustomed to. That’s exactly what the Infinite Machine Olto is. Call it an e-bike, call it an electric moped, call it a scooter with pedals – everyone is going to have a different opinion. But after spending several weeks riding the Olto around town, I can confidently say one thing: it’s unlike…
Energy business, used car business, and plain ol’ business business
electrek :: 07/16/2026 12:17:47 AM
Today’s episode of Quick Charge means business – the business of buying up power stations to power up the pet AI that says it would have picked you over Michael Jordan in the 1984 NBA draft and the business of fleecing well-heeled car collectors out of an extra $100,000 on a (mostly) new Tesla Model S Signature sedan.
electrek :: 07/16/2026 12:17:47 AM
Today’s episode of Quick Charge means business – the business of buying up power stations to power up the pet AI that says it would have picked you over Michael Jordan in the 1984 NBA draft and the business of fleecing well-heeled car collectors out of an extra $100,000 on a (mostly) new Tesla Model S Signature sedan.
Solar just became Europe’s biggest source of electricity – here’s the milestone it hit
electrek :: 07/15/2026 9:36:11 PM
Solar power reached a new milestone across Europe last month, generating a record 52 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity and supplying 25% of all electricity used in the European Union in June 2026, according to new analysis from energy think tank Ember.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 9:36:11 PM
Solar power reached a new milestone across Europe last month, generating a record 52 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity and supplying 25% of all electricity used in the European Union in June 2026, according to new analysis from energy think tank Ember.
Volvo wants to launch two new EVs in the US priced around $50,000, and they are not SUVs
electrek :: 07/15/2026 9:06:19 PM
Volvo is pulling its last wagon from the US, but it may not be for long. As it aims to revamp the brand, Volvo may bring two new EVs to America, starting in the low $50,000s.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 9:06:19 PM
Volvo is pulling its last wagon from the US, but it may not be for long. As it aims to revamp the brand, Volvo may bring two new EVs to America, starting in the low $50,000s.
Lamborghini says EV tech ‘not mature enough,’ pushes first EV past 2030
electrek :: 07/15/2026 7:40:49 PM
Lamborghini has doubled down on backing away from electric vehicles. A second executive now confirms the Lanzador will launch as a plug-in hybrid rather than an EV, and that the brand’s first fully electric car won’t arrive until after 2030. The reason, according to the company, is that its customers “were not willing to buy an electric car” and that the “technology is not mature enough.”
electrek :: 07/15/2026 7:40:49 PM
Lamborghini has doubled down on backing away from electric vehicles. A second executive now confirms the Lanzador will launch as a plug-in hybrid rather than an EV, and that the brand’s first fully electric car won’t arrive until after 2030. The reason, according to the company, is that its customers “were not willing to buy an electric car” and that the “technology is not mature enough.”
Exclusive two-day-only 58% savings on EcoFlow and Jackery power stations from $95, Aiper HydroComm…
electrek :: 07/15/2026 6:00:00 PM
Our mid-week Green Deals are enjoying some Prime Day-like savings that will be running for the next two days as part of the Wellbots Days 13th Anniversary Sale + an exclusive 13% off sitewide bonus savings code. The first collection is on a handful of EcoFlow power stations, like the 4,096Wh DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station down at an exclusive $2,261 for the lowest price we have seen since April, among others. We also have a massive lineup of exclusive Jackery deals, like the new HomePower 2000 Plus V2 Portable Power Station…
electrek :: 07/15/2026 6:00:00 PM
Our mid-week Green Deals are enjoying some Prime Day-like savings that will be running for the next two days as part of the Wellbots Days 13th Anniversary Sale + an exclusive 13% off sitewide bonus savings code. The first collection is on a handful of EcoFlow power stations, like the 4,096Wh DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station down at an exclusive $2,261 for the lowest price we have seen since April, among others. We also have a massive lineup of exclusive Jackery deals, like the new HomePower 2000 Plus V2 Portable Power Station…
Tesla’s LFP battery holds its charge better, study says
electrek :: 07/15/2026 5:01:32 PM
A new analysis of nearly 10,000 real-world EV battery tests found that the same Tesla Model 3 holds up very differently depending on which battery it was built with — and the cheaper LFP version comes out on top. The Model 3 with CATL’s lithium iron phosphate (LFP) pack averaged 93.3% battery health among cars that had driven more than 62,000 miles, beating every nickel-based version of the car in the dataset.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 5:01:32 PM
A new analysis of nearly 10,000 real-world EV battery tests found that the same Tesla Model 3 holds up very differently depending on which battery it was built with — and the cheaper LFP version comes out on top. The Model 3 with CATL’s lithium iron phosphate (LFP) pack averaged 93.3% battery health among cars that had driven more than 62,000 miles, beating every nickel-based version of the car in the dataset.
Kia reveals another low-cost EV that we’ll sadly never get to see
electrek :: 07/15/2026 4:10:43 PM
The new Syros arrives as Kia’s most affordable EV in India, with a best-in-class charging time and a range of up to 326 miles (526 km).
electrek :: 07/15/2026 4:10:43 PM
The new Syros arrives as Kia’s most affordable EV in India, with a best-in-class charging time and a range of up to 326 miles (526 km).
GMC marks 25 years of Hummer with limited ‘ICON’ EV as sales sink 55%
electrek :: 07/15/2026 3:00:02 PM
GMC is marking 25 years of the Hummer nameplate with the Hummer EV ICON | 25, a limited-run edition of its all-electric supertruck that revives the yellow paint of the original H2. The tribute arrives at an awkward moment: Hummer EV sales fell nearly 55% in the first half of 2026 as demand for pricey electric trucks cooled.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 3:00:02 PM
GMC is marking 25 years of the Hummer nameplate with the Hummer EV ICON | 25, a limited-run edition of its all-electric supertruck that revives the yellow paint of the original H2. The tribute arrives at an awkward moment: Hummer EV sales fell nearly 55% in the first half of 2026 as demand for pricey electric trucks cooled.
Volkswagen’s new affordable electric SUV debuts with 265 miles of range [Images]
electrek :: 07/15/2026 1:59:06 PM
Volkswagen introduced its new affordable electric SUV, the ID. Cross, with an entry-level price starting at around $32,000.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 1:59:06 PM
Volkswagen introduced its new affordable electric SUV, the ID. Cross, with an entry-level price starting at around $32,000.
Someone is flipping Tesla Model S Signature for $260,000 — $100K+ markup
electrek :: 07/15/2026 1:53:21 PM
A New Jersey dealer is trying to flip a barely-driven Tesla Model S Signature for $259,995 — roughly $100,000 more than what Tesla charged buyers for the collector’s edition. The car carries VIN #71 and just 297 miles on the odometer, and it’s listed at J&S Autohaus in Ewing, New Jersey, for more than double the price of a standard Model S Plaid.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 1:53:21 PM
A New Jersey dealer is trying to flip a barely-driven Tesla Model S Signature for $259,995 — roughly $100,000 more than what Tesla charged buyers for the collector’s edition. The car carries VIN #71 and just 297 miles on the odometer, and it’s listed at J&S Autohaus in Ewing, New Jersey, for more than double the price of a standard Model S Plaid.
Electric thunder down under: Volvo FH Electric gets to work in Australia
electrek :: 07/15/2026 12:17:57 PM
Australia’s heavy truck market has reached another important milestone, with 3PL New Energy Transport taking delivery of its first Volvo FH Electric semi truck, and putting it to work immediately in downtown Sydney.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 12:17:57 PM
Australia’s heavy truck market has reached another important milestone, with 3PL New Energy Transport taking delivery of its first Volvo FH Electric semi truck, and putting it to work immediately in downtown Sydney.
New normal? The US has suffered a major power outage EVERY month of 2026
electrek :: 07/15/2026 11:33:06 AM
A Reddit post making the rounds this week claims the US has experienced at least one major power outage every month of 2026 – but is it true? I dug into several outages, the extreme weather behind them, and what we can do to help keep the lights on.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 11:33:06 AM
A Reddit post making the rounds this week claims the US has experienced at least one major power outage every month of 2026 – but is it true? I dug into several outages, the extreme weather behind them, and what we can do to help keep the lights on.
Tern redesigns famous HSD cargo e-bike, making it smarter, stronger, and even more family-friendly
electrek :: 07/15/2026 10:00:00 AM
Tern has unveiled an all-new version of its popular HSD compact cargo e-bike, bringing a long list of upgrades to one of the industry’s most respected family haulers. The new model keeps the same compact footprint that made the HSD so appealing in dense urban environments, but adds more carrying capacity, improved handling, Bosch’s latest drive systems, and new automatic shifting options.
electrek :: 07/15/2026 10:00:00 AM
Tern has unveiled an all-new version of its popular HSD compact cargo e-bike, bringing a long list of upgrades to one of the industry’s most respected family haulers. The new model keeps the same compact footprint that made the HSD so appealing in dense urban environments, but adds more carrying capacity, improved handling, Bosch’s latest drive systems, and new automatic shifting options.
Elon Musk quietly buys a $1 billion gas turbine company to power Grok
electrek :: 07/14/2026 11:32:50 PM
Elon Musk has quietly bought APR Energy, a Jacksonville-based company that operates a fleet of mobile gas and diesel turbines totaling more than 1 GW of generation capacity. The self-styled champion of a “solar electric economy” now owns a fossil fuel power company — and he’s buying it to feed the electricity-hungry data centers running xAI’s Grok.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 11:32:50 PM
Elon Musk has quietly bought APR Energy, a Jacksonville-based company that operates a fleet of mobile gas and diesel turbines totaling more than 1 GW of generation capacity. The self-styled champion of a “solar electric economy” now owns a fossil fuel power company — and he’s buying it to feed the electricity-hungry data centers running xAI’s Grok.
BYD’s new Qin Max EV with Flash Charging spotted for the first time
electrek :: 07/14/2026 9:34:12 PM
The Qin Max is a “completely different new B-segment fast-charging sedan,” according to BYD. Shortly after previewing it for the first time, BYD’s new electric sedan was spotted driving in public.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 9:34:12 PM
The Qin Max is a “completely different new B-segment fast-charging sedan,” according to BYD. Shortly after previewing it for the first time, BYD’s new electric sedan was spotted driving in public.
EV prices just fell again – here’s what US buyers paid in June
electrek :: 07/14/2026 9:05:05 PM
If you’ve been waiting to buy an EV, the latest Kelley Blue Book June price data may give you another reason to wait a bit longer.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 9:05:05 PM
If you’ve been waiting to buy an EV, the latest Kelley Blue Book June price data may give you another reason to wait a bit longer.
Nissan recalls nearly 4,000 new Leaf EVs after CR test finds seat belt issue
electrek :: 07/14/2026 8:37:08 PM
Nissan is recalling nearly 4,000 new 2026 Leaf EVs after a Consumer Reports test found the rear seat belt assemblies failed to meet federal requirements.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 8:37:08 PM
Nissan is recalling nearly 4,000 new 2026 Leaf EVs after a Consumer Reports test found the rear seat belt assemblies failed to meet federal requirements.
ChargePoint is bringing ultra-fast EV chargers to 12 busy highway travel plazas
electrek :: 07/14/2026 7:20:26 PM
ChargePoint and travel plaza chain Onvo plan to install ultra-fast EV chargers at 12 highway locations across Pennsylvania and New York, making EV road tripping a little more convenient.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 7:20:26 PM
ChargePoint and travel plaza chain Onvo plan to install ultra-fast EV chargers at 12 highway locations across Pennsylvania and New York, making EV road tripping a little more convenient.
Aptera announces nationwide repair network for its upcoming solar electric car
electrek :: 07/14/2026 7:03:13 PM
Aptera has officially announced a repair network partnership which will give owners of its upcoming solar electric car access to thousands of repair shops nationwide.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 7:03:13 PM
Aptera has officially announced a repair network partnership which will give owners of its upcoming solar electric car access to thousands of repair shops nationwide.
Lucid (LCID) stock halted, crashes 40% on bankruptcy report it denies
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:48:42 PM
Lucid (LCID) stock was hit with multiple volatility halts and crashed more than 40% on Tuesday after a report claimed the EV maker was weighing Chapter 11 bankruptcy or going private. Lucid quickly denied the report, calling the speculation “completely false” and pointing to its cash position as evidence it can keep operating well into next year.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:48:42 PM
Lucid (LCID) stock was hit with multiple volatility halts and crashed more than 40% on Tuesday after a report claimed the EV maker was weighing Chapter 11 bankruptcy or going private. Lucid quickly denied the report, calling the speculation “completely false” and pointing to its cash position as evidence it can keep operating well into next year.
BYD says demand is ‘booming’ for the new Denza Z EV as global pre-orders top 1,000
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:32:48 PM
The Denza Z is not your average supercar. With three electric motors packing over 1,500 hp combined, it can hit 62 mph in under 2 seconds. Global pre-orders are “booming,” according to BYD, with over 1,000 in five days.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:32:48 PM
The Denza Z is not your average supercar. With three electric motors packing over 1,500 hp combined, it can hit 62 mph in under 2 seconds. Global pre-orders are “booming,” according to BYD, with over 1,000 in five days.
Segway Myon smart e-bike first discount to $1,550, ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK robot mower bundle $699,…
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:00:00 PM
We’ve got exciting news leading our Tuesday Green Deals this week, which is that Segway is offering the very first discount on its 2026 Myon Electric Bike for $1,550. Right behind it, we spotted the ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower getting a 36-count extra blade set at its second-lowest $699 price. From there, we have a spotlight on Lectric’s XPeak2 Off-Road e-bike deals with $415 FREE bundles starting from $1,499, the 288Wh Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station down at $219, and a bunch more camping-ready deals, too...
electrek :: 07/14/2026 6:00:00 PM
We’ve got exciting news leading our Tuesday Green Deals this week, which is that Segway is offering the very first discount on its 2026 Myon Electric Bike for $1,550. Right behind it, we spotted the ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower getting a 36-count extra blade set at its second-lowest $699 price. From there, we have a spotlight on Lectric’s XPeak2 Off-Road e-bike deals with $415 FREE bundles starting from $1,499, the 288Wh Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station down at $219, and a bunch more camping-ready deals, too...
Toyota is now among the top 5 EV sellers in the US, but it’s still taking its foot off the gas
electrek :: 07/14/2026 4:35:08 PM
Toyota’s electric vehicle sales surged 225% in Q2, making it one of America’s top-selling EV brands.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 4:35:08 PM
Toyota’s electric vehicle sales surged 225% in Q2, making it one of America’s top-selling EV brands.
Pebble Flow electric RV towed by TELO’s MINI-sized electric truck
electrek :: 07/14/2026 4:10:02 PM
Pebble has answered its most common customer question — what’s the smallest vehicle that can tow the Flow electric travel trailer — with a MINI Cooper-sized electric pickup. The company posted photos of TELO’s MT1 electric truck pulling its full-size, 5,800-lb Flow trailer, a pairing made possible by the Flow’s own active propulsion system.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 4:10:02 PM
Pebble has answered its most common customer question — what’s the smallest vehicle that can tow the Flow electric travel trailer — with a MINI Cooper-sized electric pickup. The company posted photos of TELO’s MT1 electric truck pulling its full-size, 5,800-lb Flow trailer, a pairing made possible by the Flow’s own active propulsion system.
These Volkswagen EVs could soon disappear, including Audi and Porsche models
electrek :: 07/14/2026 2:30:10 PM
With plans to slash its lineup by up to 50%, several Volkswagen EVs, including those under the Audi and Porsche brands, may not be around for much longer.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 2:30:10 PM
With plans to slash its lineup by up to 50%, several Volkswagen EVs, including those under the Audi and Porsche brands, may not be around for much longer.
Tesla moves to guarantee resale value for buyers after price cuts
electrek :: 07/14/2026 1:32:32 PM
Tesla is launching a new “guaranteed future value” (GFV) program that locks in a pre-set resale price for buyers financing a new Model Y or Model 3. The move directly targets the depreciation fears that have followed Tesla’s own aggressive price cuts over the last two years.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 1:32:32 PM
Tesla is launching a new “guaranteed future value” (GFV) program that locks in a pre-set resale price for buyers financing a new Model Y or Model 3. The move directly targets the depreciation fears that have followed Tesla’s own aggressive price cuts over the last two years.
US EV fast charging has entered ‘Charging 2.0’ – here’s what that means
electrek :: 07/14/2026 12:00:00 PM
The US public fast-charging network continued to grow in the second quarter of 2026, but a new report suggests the industry is shifting gears. The focus is no longer just on installing as many chargers as possible – it’s increasingly about reliability, customer experience, and building a profitable business.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 12:00:00 PM
The US public fast-charging network continued to grow in the second quarter of 2026, but a new report suggests the industry is shifting gears. The focus is no longer just on installing as many chargers as possible – it’s increasingly about reliability, customer experience, and building a profitable business.
Momentum’s new Vida E+ EX commuter e-bike adds cruise control, throttle, and more
electrek :: 07/14/2026 10:00:00 AM
Momentum, the urban-focused bicycle brand backed by cycling industry heavyweight Giant Group, has unveiled its latest commuter e-bike, the Vida E+ EX. Building on the original Vida E+ launched last year, the new model brings several notable upgrades aimed at making everyday transportation more comfortable, more capable, and a bit more tech-forward.
electrek :: 07/14/2026 10:00:00 AM
Momentum, the urban-focused bicycle brand backed by cycling industry heavyweight Giant Group, has unveiled its latest commuter e-bike, the Vida E+ EX. Building on the original Vida E+ launched last year, the new model brings several notable upgrades aimed at making everyday transportation more comfortable, more capable, and a bit more tech-forward.
EV sales are normalizing in the US – and TAKING OFF everywhere else
electrek :: 07/14/2026 12:39:28 AM
On today’s totally normal episode of Quick Charge, it seems like EV sales are starting to normalize in the US after the loss of the Federal Tax Credit last September – but they’re taking off everywhere else, and Europe is leading the charge!
electrek :: 07/14/2026 12:39:28 AM
On today’s totally normal episode of Quick Charge, it seems like EV sales are starting to normalize in the US after the loss of the Federal Tax Credit last September – but they’re taking off everywhere else, and Europe is leading the charge!
BYD’s 1,500+ hp EV supercar is cheaper and faster than a Porsche 911 Turbo S [Images]
electrek :: 07/13/2026 9:19:25 PM
BYD launched the new Denza Z at the Goodwood FOS this weekend. While the electric supercar costs nearly $200,000, it’s still cheaper —and faster — than a Porsche 911 Turbo S.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 9:19:25 PM
BYD launched the new Denza Z at the Goodwood FOS this weekend. While the electric supercar costs nearly $200,000, it’s still cheaper —and faster — than a Porsche 911 Turbo S.
Hyundai recalls a whopping 14 IONIQ 5 and Kia EVs, warning owners to park outside
electrek :: 07/13/2026 7:53:23 PM
Hyundai issued a recall affecting a small number of older IONIQ 5, Kia EV9, and Kia EV6 models due to a battery defect that could lead to a fire.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 7:53:23 PM
Hyundai issued a recall affecting a small number of older IONIQ 5, Kia EV9, and Kia EV6 models due to a battery defect that could lead to a fire.
Mercedes is now building its new electric C-Class – here’s where
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:27:06 PM
Mercedes-Benz has officially kicked off production of its upcoming all-electric C-Class at its factory in Kecskemét, Hungary, as the automaker expands EV production in Europe ahead of a wave of new electric models.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:27:06 PM
Mercedes-Benz has officially kicked off production of its upcoming all-electric C-Class at its factory in Kecskemét, Hungary, as the automaker expands EV production in Europe ahead of a wave of new electric models.
California’s new $3,500 EV rebate favors Rivian and Lucid over Tesla
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:25:06 PM
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 168 today, creating a new “MyFirstEV” program that gives first-time electric vehicle buyers a $3,500 instant rebate at the dealership starting later this summer. The point-of-sale discount is backed by $135.5 million in state funding, matched dollar-for-dollar by participating automakers — and a California-headquarters rule makes Rivian and Lucid the biggest winners, while Tesla qualifies only on its cheapest models.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:25:06 PM
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 168 today, creating a new “MyFirstEV” program that gives first-time electric vehicle buyers a $3,500 instant rebate at the dealership starting later this summer. The point-of-sale discount is backed by $135.5 million in state funding, matched dollar-for-dollar by participating automakers — and a California-headquarters rule makes Rivian and Lucid the biggest winners, while Tesla qualifies only on its cheapest models.
ENGWE 150-mile L16 Utility e-bike from $899, Segway Xyber e-bike + extra battery $1,400 off,…
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:00:00 PM
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is the $300 savings on ENGWE’s newest L16 Utility e-bike (both single and dual battery models) that starts from $899. Right behind it we have the continuing $1,400 savings on Segway’s Xyber Electric Bike with a FREE extra battery at a $2,900 low, as well as the Navimow i215 LiDAR Robot Lawn Mower or a garage M bundle at their lowest prices starting from $1,399. We also have two Worx 1,870 or 2,090 max PSI compact pressure washer deals, some outdoor lighting, a comprehensive security system,…
electrek :: 07/13/2026 6:00:00 PM
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is the $300 savings on ENGWE’s newest L16 Utility e-bike (both single and dual battery models) that starts from $899. Right behind it we have the continuing $1,400 savings on Segway’s Xyber Electric Bike with a FREE extra battery at a $2,900 low, as well as the Navimow i215 LiDAR Robot Lawn Mower or a garage M bundle at their lowest prices starting from $1,399. We also have two Worx 1,870 or 2,090 max PSI compact pressure washer deals, some outdoor lighting, a comprehensive security system,…
Tesla says it’s building a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi in Texas
electrek :: 07/13/2026 5:57:55 PM
Tesla is building a purpose-built, wheelchair-accessible autonomous vehicle, a company policy advisor told lawmakers in Washington, DC, on Monday. But Tesla gave no timeline, no vehicle, and no details, and it’s not clear the “active product” is anything more than the Robovan it unveiled nearly two years ago.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 5:57:55 PM
Tesla is building a purpose-built, wheelchair-accessible autonomous vehicle, a company policy advisor told lawmakers in Washington, DC, on Monday. But Tesla gave no timeline, no vehicle, and no details, and it’s not clear the “active product” is anything more than the Robovan it unveiled nearly two years ago.
The Lexus LFA electric supercar debuts with a fake V-8 roar [Video]
electrek :: 07/13/2026 5:31:29 PM
Toyota’s luxury marque is bringing back its iconic supercar, but this time it’s all-electric. The Lexus LFA made its debut at the Goodwood FOS, revealing its low-slung design and fake V-8 roar.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 5:31:29 PM
Toyota’s luxury marque is bringing back its iconic supercar, but this time it’s all-electric. The Lexus LFA made its debut at the Goodwood FOS, revealing its low-slung design and fake V-8 roar.
Tesla Semi adds another fleet as Paper Transport starts Chicago pilot
electrek :: 07/13/2026 3:49:07 PM
Paper Transport (PTI) announced today that it is evaluating the Tesla Semi Long Range in dedicated operations in the Chicago market, becoming the latest fleet to put Tesla’s electric Class 8 truck to work in daily freight. The Wisconsin-based carrier, which has logged more than 87 million miles on compressed and renewable natural gas, is adding battery-electric to a sustainability push it has been running for over 15 years.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 3:49:07 PM
Paper Transport (PTI) announced today that it is evaluating the Tesla Semi Long Range in dedicated operations in the Chicago market, becoming the latest fleet to put Tesla’s electric Class 8 truck to work in daily freight. The Wisconsin-based carrier, which has logged more than 87 million miles on compressed and renewable natural gas, is adding battery-electric to a sustainability push it has been running for over 15 years.
Hyundai’s electric hatch starts at under $30,000, and interest is already sky-high
electrek :: 07/13/2026 2:59:13 PM
The IONIQ 3 has received the “highest-ever” levels of customer interest for any Hyundai model (EV or gas), with prices starting under $30,000.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 2:59:13 PM
The IONIQ 3 has received the “highest-ever” levels of customer interest for any Hyundai model (EV or gas), with prices starting under $30,000.
A $5M startup claims rare earth-free electric motor breakthrough
electrek :: 07/13/2026 1:59:20 PM
A Bengaluru startup called Vimag Labs just secured its fifth Indian patent for an electric motor that runs without any rare-earth magnets, using software and power electronics to generate its magnetic field instead. It’s a small, $5-million company taking a swing at a problem that has stumped Tesla, GM, and every major automaker for years: how to build a competitive EV motor that doesn’t depend on China.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 1:59:20 PM
A Bengaluru startup called Vimag Labs just secured its fifth Indian patent for an electric motor that runs without any rare-earth magnets, using software and power electronics to generate its magnetic field instead. It’s a small, $5-million company taking a swing at a problem that has stumped Tesla, GM, and every major automaker for years: how to build a competitive EV motor that doesn’t depend on China.
Samsung’s Texas fab enters production for Tesla’s AI5 chip on 2nm
electrek :: 07/13/2026 1:09:22 PM
Samsung has completed its own version of Tesla’s AI5 self-driving chip and is preparing to start production at its foundry in Taylor, Texas, on the company’s latest 2-nanometer process, according to industry officials. The move confirms Samsung is building AI5 on 2nm — a node that had been expected to debut with Tesla’s next-generation AI6 chip, not this one.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 1:09:22 PM
Samsung has completed its own version of Tesla’s AI5 self-driving chip and is preparing to start production at its foundry in Taylor, Texas, on the company’s latest 2-nanometer process, according to industry officials. The move confirms Samsung is building AI5 on 2nm — a node that had been expected to debut with Tesla’s next-generation AI6 chip, not this one.
Germany wants rental e-scooter companies to pay for accidents
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:10:00 PM
Germany is preparing to tighten the rules governing shared electric scooters, proposing new legislation that would make rental operators like Lime and Bolt directly liable for damages caused by their vehicles.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:10:00 PM
Germany is preparing to tighten the rules governing shared electric scooters, proposing new legislation that would make rental operators like Lime and Bolt directly liable for damages caused by their vehicles.
Vanlife: Vantrack promises a Kia PV5 camper you can actually buy
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:01:37 PM
The conversion van experts at Vantrack say they’re ready to deliver on the promise of Kia’s own WKNDR concept with a new electric camper van based on the popular Kia PV5 Passenger – but unlike the concept that inspired it, this van is headed for production.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:01:37 PM
The conversion van experts at Vantrack say they’re ready to deliver on the promise of Kia’s own WKNDR concept with a new electric camper van based on the popular Kia PV5 Passenger – but unlike the concept that inspired it, this van is headed for production.
Mercedes AMG CLA 45 arrives in Goodwood with 680 hp and three axial-flux motors
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:36:38 AM
Merceds took the wraps off its new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, with jaw-dropping specs, staggering acceleration, and rising Formula 1 star Kimi Antonelli behind the wheel.
electrek :: 07/13/2026 12:36:38 AM
Merceds took the wraps off its new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, with jaw-dropping specs, staggering acceleration, and rising Formula 1 star Kimi Antonelli behind the wheel.
Volvo Electric semi trucks charge up American Truck Simulator
electrek :: 07/12/2026 11:29:54 PM
American Truck Simulator’s players can finally get a taste of what it’s like to climb into the cab of a new Volvo VNL or (more significantly) a VNR Electric semi trucks as the big BEV become the first-ever electric truck to be featured in the over-the-road driving game.
electrek :: 07/12/2026 11:29:54 PM
American Truck Simulator’s players can finally get a taste of what it’s like to climb into the cab of a new Volvo VNL or (more significantly) a VNR Electric semi trucks as the big BEV become the first-ever electric truck to be featured in the over-the-road driving game.
VMAX launches new full-suspension VX2 Lite e-scooter for a mere $799
electrek :: 07/12/2026 1:43:00 PM
Swiss electric scooter maker VMAX has launched the new VX2 Lite, a commuter-focused electric scooter that packs premium features like full suspension, a 56-mile (90 km) maximum range, and up to 1,400W of peak motor power into a relatively lightweight package.
electrek :: 07/12/2026 1:43:00 PM
Swiss electric scooter maker VMAX has launched the new VX2 Lite, a commuter-focused electric scooter that packs premium features like full suspension, a 56-mile (90 km) maximum range, and up to 1,400W of peak motor power into a relatively lightweight package.
Tesla claims Cybercab driving employees at Giga Texas — in a parking lot
electrek :: 07/11/2026 8:33:48 PM
Tesla says “Cybercab employee rides at Giga Texas” are “starting soon” — its first stated step toward putting people inside the wheel-less, pedal-less robotaxi. But the announcement, spread across two Tesla accounts and roughly 2.9 million combined views, is thinner than it sounds. It’s not clear whether Tesla means Cybercabs running a real ride service in Austin or simply driving employees around a factory parking lot.
electrek :: 07/11/2026 8:33:48 PM
Tesla says “Cybercab employee rides at Giga Texas” are “starting soon” — its first stated step toward putting people inside the wheel-less, pedal-less robotaxi. But the announcement, spread across two Tesla accounts and roughly 2.9 million combined views, is thinner than it sounds. It’s not clear whether Tesla means Cybercabs running a real ride service in Austin or simply driving employees around a factory parking lot.
Another state adds a way to report reckless e-bike and e-scooter riders
electrek :: 07/11/2026 9:06:49 AM
As communities across the US continue grappling with the rapid rise of electric bikes and scooters, one Oregon sheriff’s office is introducing a new tool designed to help identify trouble spots before someone gets hurt.
electrek :: 07/11/2026 9:06:49 AM
As communities across the US continue grappling with the rapid rise of electric bikes and scooters, one Oregon sheriff’s office is introducing a new tool designed to help identify trouble spots before someone gets hurt.
UNIGRID’s sodium-ion home battery debuts in Europe, US is next
electrek :: 07/10/2026 10:50:13 PM
Lithium-ion has long dominated home battery storage, but sodium-ion is starting to make its move. Sodium-ion battery startup UNIGRID has shipped the first units of its Na+Casa residential battery, with the first systems now installed in homes across Europe.
electrek :: 07/10/2026 10:50:13 PM
Lithium-ion has long dominated home battery storage, but sodium-ion is starting to make its move. Sodium-ion battery startup UNIGRID has shipped the first units of its Na+Casa residential battery, with the first systems now installed in homes across Europe.
Musk tells Tesla staff to switch to Grok — a model he admits is worse
electrek :: 07/10/2026 9:14:06 PM
Elon Musk told Tesla staff to move to using Grok, the AI model from his own xAI (now folded into SpaceX), according to a memo sent to employees on Friday. The push comes days after Tesla capped employee spending on third-party AI tools — and it lands even though Musk himself concedes Grok is not as good as its rivals.
electrek :: 07/10/2026 9:14:06 PM
Elon Musk told Tesla staff to move to using Grok, the AI model from his own xAI (now folded into SpaceX), according to a memo sent to employees on Friday. The push comes days after Tesla capped employee spending on third-party AI tools — and it lands even though Musk himself concedes Grok is not as good as its rivals.
BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV revealed with a longer body and more upgrades
electrek :: 07/10/2026 8:50:45 PM
BYD’s low-cost Seagull EV, sold as the Dolphin Surf in Europe, is getting another update with a longer body and a more powerful motor.
electrek :: 07/10/2026 8:50:45 PM
BYD’s low-cost Seagull EV, sold as the Dolphin Surf in Europe, is getting another update with a longer body and a more powerful motor.
Podcast: Rivian goes to market, Xiaomi goes big, and a $14,000 tiny EV in the US
electrek :: 07/10/2026 7:53:18 PM
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 Rivian going back to the stock market market, Xiaomi going big, and a $14,000 tiny EV in the US.
electrek :: 07/10/2026 7:53:18 PM
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 Rivian going back to the stock market market, Xiaomi going big, and a $14,000 tiny EV in the US.
These are the top 10 best-selling EVs in the US so far in 2026
electrek :: 07/10/2026 6:44:58 PM
Tesla is still the king, accounting for about 50% of the US EV market, but a handful of brands are finally gaining traction with new models now on sale.
electrek :: 07/10/2026 6:44:58 PM
Tesla is still the king, accounting for about 50% of the US EV market, but a handful of brands are finally gaining traction with new models now on sale.
