Tesla’s (TSLA) stock crashed by as much as 4% in pre-market trading on new data coming from China.
Let’s dive into what’s happening.
Insurance registration numbers were released in China last night, indicating that Tesla sold about 15,300 vehicles in the world’s biggest EV market last week.
Tesla currently sits at about 98,800 vehicles in China in the first quarter – about 4,000 fewer…
The major electric bicycle brand Velotric has just launched its newest model, the Velotric Breeze 1. Part commuter, part cruiser, the Breeze 1 is a fast yet comfortable e-bike intended for those who want a relaxed riding style without sacrificing performance.
Most cruiser…
After dominating in China, BYD is making an aggressive push into Europe. With another EV plant reportedly coming soon, this time in Germany, BYD is taking direct aim at Volkswagen, BMW, and other domestic OEMs.
BYD wants a third EV plant in Europe, likely in Germany
BYD is…
BYD confirms new 1,000V 'Super E-Platform' capable of fast charging 400km in 5 minutes
March 19, 2025
We EV enthusiasts have heard it all from the haters before. “What are you gonna do with all those batteries?” “There’s just not enough range,” and, of course, “Charging takes so much longer than a gas station visit.” As previously teased, Chinese auto conglomerate BYD has introduced a new 1,000-volt EV platform that can enable charging rates as fast (or perhaps faster) than a trip to…
Renault has released more information about its upcoming Renault 5 Turbo 3E electric rally car, and boy howdy, does it look hot as hell.
For background: auto enthusiasts look very fondly on the rally scene in the 1980s, when there was a serious arms race between auto…
Toyota hints at Tacoma and 4Runner EVs for the US
March 18, 2025
The electric Tacoma and 4Runner may not be a pipe dream after all. Toyota is hinting that EV versions of the popular pickup and SUV could be coming to the US.
Is Toyota launching Tacoma and 4Runner EVs?
Toyota took the spotlight this week in Brussels, unveiling three new…
BYD sub-brand Yangwang to launch ultra-luxe U7 sedan on March 27 with tons of new tech
March 18, 2025
Yangwang is gearing up to officially launch its long-teased U7 sedan—a third flagship model for BYD’s high-end performance sub-brand. When it hits the market in China later this month, the U7 promises competitive luxury and “groundbreaking technology.”
Yangwang, which directly translates to “looking up” or “admire” is a young luxury brand under the BYD umbrella introduced in 2023.
Yet another luxury automaker is looking to cash in on China’s EV tech boom. As legacy OEMs struggle to keep pace, more are turning to Chinese-made tech to help turn things around.
Luxury automakers are adopting China’s EV smart tech
It’s no secret by now that China is…
BETA Technologies completes demonstration eCTOL flights across 6 airports in Utah [Video]
March 17, 2025
Mere weeks after signing an agreement with Utah Aerospace and Defense to bring Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to the state, eVTOL and eCTOL developer BETA Technologies demonstrated the capabilities of its aircraft through a series of successful flights over the course of three…
Toyota’s beloved compact car is finally going fully electric. The company confirmed an EV version of the Yaris is in the works, but it may be a while before you can get your hands on one. Here’s what we know about the Toyota Yaris EV so far.
When will Toyota launch the Yaris EV?
This week, it seems to be all about Toyota. The Japanese auto giant went on the offensive, revealing three new…
