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Cars

Used EV sales spike alongside gas prices

14 hours ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.

fromInsideHook

Can the Right Tires Make Your EV More Energy Efficient?

Michelin's new tires aim to enhance electric vehicle range and sustainability through innovative design and materials.

13 hours ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.

fromArs Technica

Used EV sales spike alongside gas prices

Aggressive pricing by Tesla and others is driving sales but lowering used EV values, while high petrol prices may influence interest in EVs.

14 hours ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.

fromInsideHook

fromApp Developer Magazine

Can the Right Tires Make Your EV More Energy Efficient?

Michelin's new tires aim to enhance electric vehicle range and sustainability through innovative design and materials.

more#electric-vehicles

#ai

Environment

ChatGPT Carbon Footprint Matches 1.3 Million Cars Report Finds

fromApp Developer Magazine

Artificial intelligence

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

Environment

ChatGPT Carbon Footprint Matches 1.3 Million Cars Report Finds

The electricity use of a popular conversational AI tool now matches that of a small nation, raising significant environmental concerns.

Artificial intelligence

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

The tech industry is heavily investing in natural gas power plants to support the growing demand for AI-related energy needs.

Tesla Skids 3% Amid Delivery Shortfall Concerns, Execution Risks, and JPMorgan's Bearish Warning

Tesla stock is down 3% due to delivery misses, bearish warnings, and execution concerns, leading to a 19.82% year-to-date decline.

21 hours ago

Toronto startup

Tesla Is Quietly Becoming a Global Utility and Wall Street Barely Notices

Toronto startup

Tesla uses Model S and X 'sentimental' value to enforce massive pricing move

4 hours ago

Cars

Tesla's 'ASS' Is Safe As Feds End Probe Into Remote Control Feature

Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

Tesla expands Model Y L availability to eight Asian markets, targeting family buyers with a focus on practicality and performance.

22 hours ago

Tesla Reclaims World's Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%

Tesla regained its position as the world's largest electric car maker with a 6.5% increase in deliveries, while BYD's sales dropped significantly.

15 hours ago

Tesla Skids 3% Amid Delivery Shortfall Concerns, Execution Risks, and JPMorgan's Bearish Warning

Tesla stock is down 3% due to delivery misses, bearish warnings, and execution concerns, leading to a 19.82% year-to-date decline.

21 hours ago

Tesla Is Quietly Becoming a Global Utility and Wall Street Barely Notices

Tesla's energy business is growing significantly, indicating a structural shift despite declining automotive revenue.

Tesla uses Model S and X 'sentimental' value to enforce massive pricing move

Tesla has raised prices on remaining Model S and Model X vehicles by $15,000, leveraging scarcity and sentimental value.

4 hours ago

Tesla's 'ASS' Is Safe As Feds End Probe Into Remote Control Feature

Tesla's Actual Smart Summon feature is cleared by NHTSA after a probe found low severity and frequency of reported crashes.

Tesla broadens most-wanted Model Y to eight new markets

Tesla expands Model Y L availability to eight Asian markets, targeting family buyers with a focus on practicality and performance.

22 hours ago

Tesla Reclaims World's Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%

Tesla regained its position as the world's largest electric car maker with a 6.5% increase in deliveries, while BYD's sales dropped significantly.

European startups

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

fromRoute Fifty

18 hours ago

NYC politics

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

16 hours ago

Cars

Robotaxi companies won't say how often remote operators intervene

European startups

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.

NYC politics

fromRoute Fifty

18 hours ago

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.

16 hours ago

Robotaxi companies won't say how often remote operators intervene

Autonomous vehicle companies are not disclosing details about remote assistance teams and their intervention frequency.

more#autonomous-vehicles

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

This Hydrogen Business Jet Emits Nothing But Water and Could Change Private Aviation Forever - Yanko Design

Beyond Aero's BYA-I One hydrogen-electric business jet has completed its Preliminary Design Review, advancing towards commercial entry in 2030.

Software development

ICE Foiled At Every Turn By One Vibe Coding Man In His Pickup Truck

Rafael Concepcion uses AI coding tools to create apps that empower immigrants against ICE activities, despite the risks to his personal life and career.

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

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European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

Europe news

fromThe Local France

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.

Europe news

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fromwww.independent.co.uk

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy and inflation concerns.

These car gadgets are worth every penny

Spring and summer are ideal for purchasing car gadgets to enhance road trips.

UK news

Drivers urged to drive 10% slower to improve fuel efficiency'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, urging support for quality reporting without paywalls.

Is the Slate Truck too minimal for its own good?

Slate Truck offers a surprisingly spacious interior despite its small size, emphasizing usability and accessibility in its minimalist design.

19 hours ago

Lucid Faces Biggest Disaster Ever

Lucid delivered a remarkably small number of vehicles in Q1, at 3,903. It produced 5,500. The company blamed much of this on a supplier's lack of inventory, which cost it 29 days of disruption.

Cars

fromFast Company

3 surprising (but simple) ways to save gas as fuel costs skyrocket

Gas prices are rising due to disruptions in oil supply chains, particularly from the conflict in Iran, leading to increased costs at the pump.

#ford

1 week ago

European startups

Ford Has Run Out Of Places To Go

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.

Cars

Ford Hybrids May Use Cutting-Edge Batteries From China's BYD: Report

European startups

1 week ago

Ford Has Run Out Of Places To Go

Ford's global sales struggle, particularly in the EU and China, while US sales remain strong, heavily influenced by tariffs on Chinese EV imports.

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.

Cars

Ford Hybrids May Use Cutting-Edge Batteries From China's BYD: Report

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#byd

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

BYD Has Already Built 5,000 Of Its New Megawatt 'Flash' Charging Stations

BYD has launched its second-generation Flash chargers, capable of 1.5 megawatts, and has installed 5,000 stations across China.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

BYD's global push is accelerating just as expensive gas jolts EV demand

BYD is rapidly expanding globally, aiming for 1.5 million overseas vehicle sales, driven by high gas prices and a diverse vehicle lineup.

more#byd

fromStreetsblog USA

Study: How Capping Vehicle Sizes Could Help Save the World - Streetsblog USA

Controlling vehicle size is essential to meet transportation goals and reduce emissions, fuel demand, and traffic deaths.

35 minutes ago

New Rivian R2 Specs: How a Standard Heat Pump Pushed Range to 335 Miles

The 2027 Rivian R2 Performance outperforms the Tesla Model Y in efficiency and range, achieving 335 miles on a full charge.

Uber expands its EV incentive program across the US

Uber offers $4,000 grants and additional discounts to drivers switching to electric vehicles to promote EV adoption among its drivers.

Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Nissan's Rogue Hybrid e-Power will offer a unique driving experience, combining electric vehicle performance with hybrid fuel efficiency, launching in late 2026.

Polestar's Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Polestar 3 will be exclusively manufactured in South Carolina, ending Chinese production to avoid import tariffs and streamline operations.

13 hours ago

How The Kia EV3 Delivers 320 Miles Of Range Without Looking Like A Bar Of Soap

Kia's EV3 offers over 320 miles of range with a boxy design, challenging traditional aerodynamic EV shapes.

fromArs Technica

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.

Cars

Man Caught Sleeping Behind the Wheel While FSD Tesla Cruises the Streets After Decadent Feast of Wine and Pizza

A man was arrested for DUI after being found asleep in a Tesla on Full Self-Driving mode, highlighting the need for conscious drivers.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.

All the wrong EVs are getting cancelled

Automakers are discontinuing affordable EV models while continuing to produce expensive ones, undermining mass-market electric vehicle adoption.

fromFast Company

The Nail Test: Why this $54 billion innovation is terrifying Western auto executives

BYD's CEO initiated eight years of R&D to prevent battery failures after a tragic incident involving a ruptured battery.

Five Underrated Used EVs To Help You Through The Impending Gas Crisis

Rising gas prices and EV depreciation create opportunities to purchase affordable used electric vehicles under $30,000, with an expanding market as leases end and fleet vehicles turn over.

Elon Musk announces disappointing Tesla Optimus update

Optimus Gen 3 is operational but delayed for final refinements before public unveiling.

fromWIRED

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.

Lucid blames dip in Q1 sales on seat supplier issue | TechCrunch

Lucid Group experienced a sales drop in Q1 2026 due to supplier quality issues, despite increased production and reaffirmed production goals for the year.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.

Environment

Intriguing New Machine Turns Air Into Gasoline You Can Put Straight Into Your Car

A New York startup captures ambient CO2 and converts it via electrolysis and synthesis into motor-grade gasoline, but production is minimal and the process is energy-inefficient.

Honda Prologue's $7,500 Price Cut Means There's No Better Time To Buy

Honda has slashed the price of the 2026 Prologue by $7,500 across the board, essentially replacing the lost tax incentive and making the crossover a much better deal among its peers.

Cars

1 week ago

Hybrids now account for 1 in 5 U.S. vehicle sales as market shifts

Hybrid vehicles now account for nearly 20% of U.S. vehicle sales, indicating a significant market shift.

fromFast Company

Cheap EVs are about to flood the used car market. Will more buyers make the switch from gas?

A surge of affordable used EVs is arriving as drivers seek alternatives to high gas prices.

This One Brand Beats Its EPA Range Estimates Better Than The Rest

Consumer Reports tested 27 electric vehicles at highway speeds and found many exceeded EPA range estimates, with BMW leading at 18.6% above rated range.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

A look at how EVs come with lower maintenance costs

Electric vehicles offer significantly lower maintenance costs than gas-powered vehicles, eliminating oil changes, spark plug replacements, and engine tuneups.

fromBusiness Insider

3 weeks ago

Higher gas prices spark a surge of search interest in EVs

Online searches for electric vehicles have increased as gas prices rise, though this interest surge has not yet translated into higher EV sales.

#plug-in-hybrids

4 weeks ago

Cars

The uncomfortable truth about hybrid vehicles

Cars

The Case For Plug-In Hybrids Is Changing. Here's What Happened

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Cars

Plug-in hybrids were supposed to be Americans' bridge to EVs. Now they're fading from showrooms.

4 weeks ago

Cars

The uncomfortable truth about hybrid vehicles

Cars

The Case For Plug-In Hybrids Is Changing. Here's What Happened

fromBusiness Insider

1 month ago

Cars

Plug-in hybrids were supposed to be Americans' bridge to EVs. Now they're fading from showrooms.

Which Automakers Build The Cleanest EVs? This Study Has Answers

Western automakers lead Chinese competitors in reducing EV supply chain emissions and ensuring responsible mining practices, though significant gaps persist between industry promises and actual delivery.