Nearly all EV owners would stick with electric for their next vehicle, a new study found. With improvements in battery tech, public charging, and more, EV owner satisfaction has never been higher. Here are the models leading the way.
EV owner satisfaction reaches an all-time high
If you’ve driven an electric vehicle, you know the feeling. After experiencing the nearly silent ride, instant…
German union accuses Tesla 'toxic' environment, files defamation against plant manager
February 20, 2026
Germany’s largest industrial union, IG Metall, is accusing Tesla of fostering a toxic working environment at its Gigafactory Berlin, claiming the automaker is overworking employees and pressuring sick staff. The accusations land just two weeks before a works council…
A war appears to be brewing in London’s shared e-bike market, and it’s getting messy with new accusations of sabotage.
It’s a turf war, to be precise, and one company is now claiming that it is being set up by rival e-bike sharing company operators, resulting in its…
Toyota's best-selling car in Europe is going EV
February 19, 2026
The Yaris, Toyota’s best-selling vehicle in Europe, will finally be available as an EV. Following the Corolla, the Yaris is next in line for an electric upgrade.
Is Toyota launching the Yaris as an EV?
We knew Toyota was planning to electrify the Corolla after CEO Koji Sato revealed the low-slung Corolla Concept at the Japan Mobility Show in October.
“Whether it’s a battery EV, plug-in…
The LiveWire S4 Honcho hasn’t officially launched yet, but it may already be one of the most important electric motorcycles the company has ever developed.
As of early 2026, the S4 Honcho is still in the pre-release phase, with LiveWire indicating a likely launch sometime…
Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing. It’s either a yes, with a but – or a no, with an unless. To find out which EVs can offer…
In what would be a “watershed moment,” Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, reportedly spoke with the Trump Administration about partnering with Chinese EV makers in the US.
Is Ford using Chinese EV tech in the US?
China is the world’s largest electric vehicle market for a reason. Nearly 3 million BEVs were registered in China in Q4 2025, up 16% year-over-year (YOY) and driving global EV sales over…
Merida launches ‘affordable’ new electric mountain bike range
February 18, 2026
Merida is taking aim at the more budget-conscious end of the electric mountain bike market with the launch of its new ETMO range, described as the brand’s most price-focused Bosch-powered electric mountain bikes yet.
Of course for big eMTB names like Merida, the idea of…
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with…
Located at Helix water district’s operations center in El Cajon, California, the project supports the district’s full transition to zero-emission vehicles while maintaining the reliability required of a mission-critical public utility. To keep it all running smoothly, the district has deployed Better Fleet’s advanced managed charging software solution – and we’ve got the company’s…
