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Germany’s Electric Car Sales Hit the Brakes: Sales Drop 22%

Electric Vehicle Expeditions Record Journeys and Triumphs

Sales of electric cars in Germany are going through a rough patch, especially for those powered entirely by battery (BEVs). New car registrations in Germany dipped by 6.2% in March 2024 compared to the same…

Mexico Says No to Deals for Chinese Car Companies (Thanks to U.S.)

China's BYD, the Biggest Electric Car Maker, Isn't Coming to America Yet

Detroit (home of the US auto industry) can now breathe a sigh of relief. Mexico decided to put a stop on giving special deals (incentives) to Chinese car companies that want to set up factories…

Kia’s Electric Cars Are Hot! As Sales Hit Record High

Hyundai & Kia Q1 Sales

Kia’s electric car sales are on fire! In March 2024, they sold a record-breaking number of electric vehicles – over 19,000. That’s a big 79% increase compared to the same time last year. This is…

Layoffs at Tesla, But Musk Wants More Dough: What’s Going On?

Tesla Cybertruck (Credits: Getty Images)

Elon Musk may not be the world’s richest person anymore, but that could change. Tesla’s board is asking shareholders to approve a massive $56 billion pay package for Musk despite a judge previously blocking it.…

VinFast Zooms Ahead: Nearly 10,000 Electric Cars Delivered in Q1

CC: Bloomberg

VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) company, is delivering a bunch of cars! Almost 10,000 EVs found new homes in the first three months of 2024 – that’s a whopping 444% increase compared to the…

Malaysian King Receives Gift of China’s Most Expensive Car: The $691,000 Retro-Style Hongqi L5 Limousine

The King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, has made history by becoming the first non-Chinese individual to own the prestigious Hongqi L5 limousine, China’s most expensive ultra-luxury car. Presented to him during a…

Solar Power Shift? US to Bring Back Taxes on Chinese Panels

Safely Capture the Solar Eclipse Tips from NASA

The US might be putting a tax back on solar panels from China and other countries. This news comes from Reuters, a news outlet, and according to their sources familiar with the White House plans.…

South America Plugs In: Power2Drive Showcases the Future of E-Mobility

The race to fight climate change is ongoing, and renewable energy, energy storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) are all playing a starring role. EVs are a key part of the future of transportation – they’re…

Gas Stations Out, Charging Up! Why More Companies are Switching to Electric Fleets

Lagos Government Adding More Electric Buses for Cleaner Transit (Credits: Electrive)

Electric vehicles (EVs) are taking over commercial fleets like trucks and buses, and all sorts of fleet vehicles are getting charged up, and the numbers are growing fast. A recent report by Smart Energy Decisions…

Tesla Model 3 Performance Gets Faster and More Agile! Leak Reveals Power Boost and Fancy Suspension

Two tesla racing past each other (Credits: Tesla)

Leaked info alert! Someone found secret details about a new, high-performance version of the Tesla Model 3 online. This souped-up Model 3 has been rumored for a while, but so far Tesla has kept everything…

Challenges and Opportunities: F1 Returns to Shanghai After Five-Year Hiatus

Five years is a significant span in Formula 1, especially with the disruptions caused by the global pandemic, which halted F1’s visits to Shanghai. The last time F1 raced in China, Max Verstappen had only…

Volkswagen’s ID.7 Tourer: Luxury Electric Estate with Advanced Features

Volkswagen's ID.7 Tourer

Volkswagen’s ID.7 Tourer has officially hit the market in the United Kingdom, offering customers an electric mid-size estate with a plethora of features as standard. Positioned as a premium offering, the ID.7 Tourer embodies Volkswagen’s…

Laser Sharp: Luxinar’s Tech Speeds Up EV Battery Production

A neon light sign saying Luxinar (Credits: luxinar)

Luxinar, a British laser manufacturer, is introducing a new kind of weapon for EV battery production: These aren’t your average light shows, though. Luxinar’s CO2 and femtosecond lasers are designed for precise tasks like cutting…

Cybertruck vs. Dirt Bike: The Ultimate Truck Bed Capacity Test

Steve Aoki's Cybertruck Review Celeb Endorsement Sparks Tesla Frenzy (credit: Tesla)

Okay, so maybe you’re not feeling the whole Cybertruck aesthetic (raises hand in agreement), but there’s one question that’s been burning for motorcycle enthusiasts: Can this funky truck actually haul some serious two-wheeled fun? The…

Electric Car Showdown: Tesla vs. BYD – Who Ruled Q1 2024?

The Panoramic Sunroof Of The BYD Dolphin (Credits: BYD)

Tesla is back in the driver’s seat. After BYD stole the show in Q4 2023, Tesla bounced back in Q1 2024, selling the most electric cars globally. It wasn’t even close – Tesla significantly outsold…

The Long-Distance Champ: 2024 Lucid Air Still Rules the Range with Faster Charging

Lucid air grand (Credits: Lucid Motors)

The Lucid Air Grand Touring, known for its super long range, is getting even better for 2024. This electric car already holds the title for the longest range on the market, and that hasn’t changed…

Loveable Quirks & Retro Looks: The Microlino Electric Minicar

A concept art for Microlino automobiles (Credits: Microlino)

The Microlino is a head-turner, for sure. This electric microcar boasts a retro design inspired by the classic Isetta bubble car, and oozes premium vibes. There’s truly nothing else out there quite like it. However,…

Lightning Strikes Twice! Revamped F-150 Lightning Now Available with Lower Prices

A Ford Everest In Blue Lightning Exterior Shade (Credits: Ford)

America’s favorite electric pickup truck, the Ford F-150 Lightning, is finally getting into the hands of eager customers. Ford has started accepting online orders for the 2024 model, and there’s good news for those who…

Tesla Makes Cars Smarter & Entertainment Hotter: All-New Software Update Coming Soon

A Tesla Model 3 Being Assembled At The Freemont Factory (Credits: Tesla)

It is time for the Tesla drivers to rejoice! It looks like a significant software update is on the way, promising to enhance your driving experience in several ways. First up, the update will bring…

Gogoro Makes Battery Swapping Even More Sustainable

A person swapping batteries at Gogoro's Battery stations (Credits: Gogoro)

Gogoro, a company known for its network of battery-swapping stations for electric scooters, is taking its eco-friendly aspect to the next phase. They’ve already hit a major milestone with over 1 million swappable batteries in…

No Gas for EQS: Mercedes Scraps Hybrid Plans After Testing

Mercedes-Benz EQS (Credits: Car and Driver)

Mercedes seems to be nixing the idea of a hybrid EQS. They were testing a prototype with a small, 1.0-liter gasoline engine as a range extender, meaning it wouldn’t power the wheels directly but would…

Honda’s Electric Bet: Can the Ye Series Conquer China

Honda ye lineup (Credits: Honda)

Honda is launching a whole new brand in China called the Ye Series, which will only sell electric vehicles. This isn’t just a one-off thing, either. Honda plans to have six Ye Series models on…

Hyundai N Chief Says Electric Cars Should Be Exciting, Not Scary

Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 Electric Vehicle Recalls Highlight Safety Concerns

Hyundai’s performance division isn’t interested in a horsepower arms race. Their N brand chief acknowledges that super-powerful electric vehicles, like the 600-hp Ioniq 5 N, might be a bit too much for most drivers. He…

Pick-Up Problem: Truck Sales Slowdown Stalls Electric Car Dreams?

Electric Pickup Trucks Faceoff Tesla Cybertruck vs. Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Rivian R1T

There is big trouble brewing in the truck town. Sales of those rigged-out luxury pickup trucks from Ford, GM, and Stellantis are slumping in 2024, according to Bloomberg. This is a blow to electric vehicle…

New Data Shows Many Electric Cars Cheaper Than Gas in the Long Run

Electric vehicles are gaining ground, and a recent study by Vincentric, a company that analyzes car ownership costs, found that nearly half (49%) of 2024 electric models are cheaper to own over five years compared…