Tesla is pushing a new software update that adds a handy workaround for when your charge cable gets stuck in the charge port, a common problem in cold weather when the port can freeze shut.
The new feature, part of Tesla’s 2026.2.3 software update, allows owners to release the charge cable by pulling and holding the rear left door handle for 3 seconds.
Here’s the release note from the…
Sales of electric cars outnumbered petrol-powered ones in Europe in December for the first time, even as Europe loosened rules to allow automakers lenience to pollute more.
But the huge increase in EV sales, led by BYD, was not accompanied by a similar boost in Tesla sales…
Rad Power Bikes may be saved? A mysterious buyer steps forward
January 29, 2026
Rad Power Bikes has officially found a buyer. Just over a month after entering the bankruptcy process, the once-dominant direct-to-consumer electric bike brand has reached an agreement to sell its assets.
“As part of the bankruptcy process, Rad Power Bikes conducted an…
Tesla quietly starts shipping Model Y with new AI4.5 computer
January 28, 2026
Tesla appears to be quietly rolling out a new version of its Full Self-Driving computer, with new Model Y owners discovering their vehicles are equipped with “Hardware 4.5”, or AI4.5 as it’s being labeled internally.
The discovery comes from owners taking delivery of Fremont-built Model Y vehicles in late December and January, who found a computer labeled “AP4.5” or “AP45” in their…
Kia opened orders for the Seltos hybrid in South Korea, saying it lays the groundwork for the electric vehicle era. Does that mean the Seltos will get an EV version, too?
Kia Seltos launches as a hybrid for the first time
After another record-breaking sales year in 2025…
This major city just banned fat tire electric bikes
January 28, 2026
Amsterdam is often held up as the gold standard for bicycle-friendly cities, but even in one of the most bike-centric places on Earth, not all e-bikes are being treated equally. The Dutch capital has announced plans to ban electric fat tire bikes from its most famous park…
When storms roll through and the power goes out, most people think about flashlights, candles, or portable power stations. But there’s a backup power source sitting in a lot of garages that often gets overlooked: your e-bike battery.
As a powerful winter storm sweeps across large parts of the US, millions of people are once again dealing with widespread power outages, icy roads, and limited…
The clever way food trucks are now using e-bike batteries
January 27, 2026
New York City’s food carts are part of the city’s soul. They’re loud, fast, fragrant, and everywhere – serving up everything from tacos to kebabs on street corners that somehow never sleep. But for all their charm, there’s one thing almost everyone agrees could…
Weighing in at just 1,356 kg and packing a 320 kW (~430 hp) electric motor, the Xiaomi-backed JMEV SC01 ditches the extras and keeps the essentials – so if you’re the kind of person that dreams of a self-driving future that lets you pay more attention to your Twitter X…
Chevy is delivering 2027 Bolts to dealerships as we speak, bringing back the much-beloved electric hatchback which had been retired in 2023, with some nice updates but a very familiar form.
But it may not last for too long – GM says this refresh is only available for a “limited time,” so get it while you can. (Update: We now have an indication that “limited time” could be about 18…
