PlugStar program ramping up: Training and supporting EV retailers in all 50 states
If you’re an EV driver, you probably tested, leased, or purchased your EV at a local store. For the last decade, automakers and dealers have progressively increased their EV inventory, improving the EV experience for customers nationwide. If you had an enjoyable and successful visit, the store was likely PlugStar certified! Since 2016, Plug In […]
BYD produces its 15 millionth NEV, ploughs ahead with global expansion
BYD, one of the fastest-growing car companies in the world and with a focus on electrified vehicles, has announced the production of its 15 millionth “new energy vehicle” (NEV), which includes full battery electric and plug-in hybrid models. The latest milestone comes just 13 months after the company produced its 10 millionth car. On the […]
Tesla Will Charge You $150 If You Puke In A Robotaxi
Tesla will begin charging riders who make a mess while using its Robotaxi service. Riders will be assessed a fee on one or two tiers depending on the severity of the mess. The fee will cost up to $150 for “severe” messes, including biohazard events and smoking. Tesla’s Robotaxi service just gained one of the […]
Fastned accelerates UK expansion with new ultra-rapid charging hubs in the North East
Fastned has marked a major milestone in its UK expansion, by opening two new, ultra-rapid charging stations, one next to Newcastle Airport (Callerton Parkway Metro station) and the other on North Moor Road, Sunderland. The Fastned hub near Callerton Parkway Metro station opened on 16th December 2025. Just one Metro stop from Newcastle Airport, it offers 12 drive-through bays under a full canopy, making it easy for drivers to pull in, charge, and get back on […]
India: Sarla Aviation begins testing its eVTOL in Bengaluru
Sarla Aviation has developed a half-scale electric eVTOL called ‘Sylla SYL-X1,’ featuring a 7.5- metre wingspan. The company says this is the country’s largest and most advanced private eVTOL of its kind. The Bengaluru-based startup developed the Sylla SYL-X1 in just about nine months, with significantly lower capital outlay compared to most global eVTOL programmes. […]
Podcast: Tesla’s mission is no longer ‘sustainable’, VW Buzz lives, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s mission is no longer being ‘sustainable’, VW Buzz is still alive, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have […]
Samsung SDI and KGM forge strategic partnership to advance 46‑series EV battery packs
Samsung SDI has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korean automaker KG Mobility (KGM) to jointly develop next‑generation battery pack technologies centered on Samsung SDI’s 46‑series cylindrical cells, the companies announced this week. The agreement, formalised at a ceremony held at KG Tower, commits both firms to collaborative research and market strategy exchanges aimed at… […]
EV Policy Europe 2010 – 2025: Why the ‘deer in the headlights’ strategy puts its Automotive future at risk
This is an opinion piece by Paul Jan Jacobs, founder of EVBoosters Executive Search (2018). He has been active in the electric mobility and EV-charging industry since 2010, advising companies across Europe on leadership, strategy, and the transition toward electrified transport. Stepping back when clarity, conviction and pace are crucial When the European Commission announced […]
Two Different Approaches to Luxury SUVs
I think we expect luxury SUVs to do everything. They need to be comfortable without feeling lazy, powerful without being exhausting, high-tech, and expensive without making you feel like you made a bad decision six months later. Few brands play this game better than Lexus and BMW, and few do it in more fundamentally different […]
Iain Curry’s best electric car of 2025: Kia EV3
No car brand produces as many segment benchmarks as Kia, and with its EV3 the Korean has aced the booming electric small SUV market. It’s my best EV of 2025. Just as the Carnival owns the people mover segment, and the Picanto is the best city car, Kia’s EV3 feels stand-out brilliant next to a […]