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“They Called It ‘Affordable’”: Tesla’s New Model 3 and Y Just Lost Their Tax Credit-and Ended Up Costing More With Fewer Features
Tesla’s new Standard versions of Model 3 and Model Y coincide with the loss of a federal tax credit. The price increase offsets the intended…
“They Just Made Plugging In Obsolete”: Porsche’s New Wireless Charging System Lets the Cayenne Charge Itself
Porsche unveils inductive EV charging at IAA Mobility show, debuting with the all-electric Cayenne. The wireless charging system features a receiver unit and an 11-kW…
“They Just Solved Range Anxiety”: Mahle’s Multi-Fuel Engine-Generator Could Let EVs Drive 800 Miles on a Single Charge
Mahle’s new multi-fuel engine-generator aims to double the driving range of electric vehicles. The system offers zero-emissions local driving with flexible refueling options to address…
“They Brought Austin Back From the Dead”: The Retro-Styled Arrow Roadster EV Mixes Vintage Charm With Electric Power (and It’s Turning Heads)
The Austin Motor Company revives with the Arrow Roadster EV, blending retro design and modern electric technology. The Arrow Roadster boasts a 20-horsepower engine and…
“They Swapped 145,000 Car Batteries in One Day”: Nio’s Record-Breaking Feat Is Changing Everything About Electric Vehicles
Nio sets a new record with over 145,000 battery swaps in one day during the National Day holiday. The company operates over 3,500 swap stations…
“You Step Inside and It Feels Like the Future”: Zeekr’s 2024 001 Redefines the Electric Luxury Car With 900V Power and 500-Mile Range
Zeekr unveils the new 2024 Zeekr 001, featuring enhanced performance and a luxurious interior. The vehicle adopts a 900V electrical architecture, enabling faster charging and…
“You Can Hear the Past Roar in It”: Volkswagen Brings Back the Legendary Scout as a 500-Mile Electric Pickup Built for the American Wild
Volkswagen revives the Scout brand with the 2028 Scout Terra pickup, merging heritage and modern EV technology. The Scout Terra offers an impressive 500-mile range…
“No One Believed It Could Inflate”: Tesla’s New Cybertruck Patent Uses an Air-Filled Deflector to Boost Towing Range (and it might fix EV’s biggest flaw)
Tesla explores a patent for an inflatable aerodynamic deflector to improve towing efficiency on the Cybertruck. The deflector enhances airflow by reducing drag and improving…
“They Said Batteries Couldn’t Go Further”: A US Startup Just Unveiled a Design That Extends EV Range by 50% Without Adding Size (and it’s a game changer)
24M Technologies introduces a new battery design to extend electric vehicle range by 50%. The ETOP technology eliminates non-energy-storing materials, enhancing battery efficiency. Global research…
“From Vacuums to Supercars”: Dreame Unveils Its First Electric Vehicle, a Chiron-Inspired Four-Door EV
Dreame Technology unveils its first electric vehicle, closely resembling the Bugatti Chiron. The design features a signature grille and curved roofline, sparking design controversy. Unlike…
“Honda Enters a New Era”: The WN7 Electric Motorcycle Delivers 81 Miles of Range, Bold Design, and Smart Tech at $17,700
Honda has unveiled its first electric motorcycle, the WN7, marking a new era in sustainable transportation. The WN7 features a fixed lithium-ion battery offering an…
“They Brought It Back to Life”: The 2026 Nissan LEAF Returns as a $30K Crossover With 303 Miles of Range
The 2026 Nissan LEAF transforms into a crossover SUV, maintaining iconic design while adding new features. With a starting price under $30,000, it remains the…