Duracell builds UK charging network Duracell is moving into the EV charging space with a new ultra-fast charging network in the UK called Duracell E-Charge. The network will be operated by The EV Network and powered by charging software company Driivz, which is owned by Vontier. This marks Duracell’s first major step into public EV…

Mona lineup expands into SUVs XPeng is expanding its budget-focused Mona sub-brand with the new L03, its first SUV. The model appeared in Chinese regulatory filings with up to 650 km of CLTC range, an LFP battery option up to 69 kWh, and a 183 kW motor. It continues XPeng’s strategy of pushing high-spec EVs…

Last-minute cancellation hits buyers Tesla has postponed its Signature Edition Model S and Model X delivery event just three days before it was scheduled at the Fremont factory. Attendees received a very short email confirming the postponement with no explanation, no new date, and no details about whether travel costs would be reimbursed. The event…

Safety limits are becoming Tesla’s biggest robotaxi problem Tesla’s robotaxi rollout is facing growing criticism as reports reveal long wait times, tiny service areas, and limited vehicle availability across Texas. While Tesla frames these as temporary convenience issues, the deeper problem appears to be safety validation and scaling limitations. Reuters recently tested Tesla’s robotaxi service…

Tesla launches virtual queue pilot Tesla has officially started testing a virtual queue system at select Supercharger stations in the US. The feature allows drivers to join a digital waitlist through the Tesla app instead of physically lining up at crowded charging stations. The pilot is currently active at five locations, including four in California…

Tesla removes free Autopilot in the Netherlands Tesla has quietly removed Basic Autopilot from its configurator in the Netherlands, making it the first European market where buyers no longer receive Tesla’s lane-centering and Autosteer features for free. New Model 3 and Model Y orders now only show Full Self-Driving (Supervised) as the available driver-assistance option.…

Lexus jumps into 3-row electric SUV segment Lexus has officially unveiled the 2027 TZ, its first fully electric three-row SUV. It enters a fast-growing segment dominated by vehicles like the Hyundai IONIQ 9, Volvo EX90, and Rivian R1S, positioning itself as a luxury alternative built on Toyota’s TNGA platform. The TZ will be offered with…

Subtle design tweaks, cleaner look The 2026 Nissan Ariya arrives as a refined update rather than a full redesign, focusing on small but meaningful improvements across design, tech, and comfort. Nissan continues its “Timeless Japanese Futurism” design language, but the front end has been cleaned up with a smoother body-coloured panel replacing the larger black…

Big promises, different reality Five years after Tesla introduced its 4680 battery cell at Battery Day, the real-world results look far from the breakthrough that was advertised. The cell was originally pitched as a major leap forward, promising significantly higher energy, lower cost, and improved range at the pack level. Instead, production data shows Tesla’s…