How Reliable Are Chinese EVs? Chinese EVs are gaining ground globally, but are they as reliable as models from the U.S., Europe, Japan, and South Korea? In regions like Europe, Latin America, and Australia, brands like BYD, Nio, XPeng, and MG have built a strong reputation. Owners report solid reliability, cutting-edge technology, and competitive pricing.…

Mercedes-Benz has issued a major recall for thousands of EQB electric SUVs due to a high-voltage battery defect that could lead to a fire risk while parked or driving. Owners are advised to limit charging to 80% until a fix is available. The recall affects multiple EQB models from 2022 to 2024, with over 7,300…

The future of EV charging is going wireless, and the Port of Long Beach is leading the way. Soon, electric cargo vehicles will power up without plugging in, thanks to InductEV’s cutting-edge technology. This innovation could revolutionize fleet charging, reducing costs and eliminating the hassle of traditional plug-in stations. Wireless Charging for Cargo Vehicles The…

Nikola Corporation, once a highly hyped hydrogen and battery-electric truck startup, is now on the verge of bankruptcy. Once valued at $30 billion, the company is now worth just $74 million—a shocking downfall for a firm that once claimed it would revolutionize trucking. From Industry Disruptor to Financial Freefall Nikola made headlines in 2020 when…

California is getting a new wave of electric work trucks, and they’re bringing serious power. Voltu Motor is deploying 10 Class 3 electric trucks in Riverside as part of a pilot program aimed at reducing emissions and cutting fleet costs. Voltu’s Zero-Emission Trucks Join Riverside’s Green Fleet Voltu Motor, a company focused on electrifying heavy-duty…

A luxury EV once priced like a Rolls-Royce is now going for Hyundai money. The Faraday Future FF91 was supposed to be revolutionary—but today, it’s a cautionary tale in the world of electric cars. A $300K EV That Almost No One Bought In 2017, Faraday Future made bold claims about the FF91 2.0 Futurist Alliance.…

Toyota’s first-ever U.S. battery plant is officially ready to roll. This massive investment signals Toyota’s commitment to electrifying its North American lineup and strengthening its position in the EV race. Toyota Kicks Off Battery Production in North Carolina Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC), the company’s first in-house battery plant outside Japan, is set to…

Tesla just made its Model X more expensive—and in the process, it lost a key financial incentive. $5,000 Price Hike Pushes Model X Over Tax Credit Limit Late Thursday, Tesla raised the price of both Model X trims by $5,000, bringing the All-Wheel Drive version to $84,990 and the Plaid to $99,990. This increase pushes…

The cost of charging an electric vehicle varies widely depending on location, utility providers, and time-of-use (TOU) rates. A recent discussion among EV owners revealed just how much drivers are paying for electricity when solar power isn’t an option. Charging Costs Depend on Location EV owners in different regions report dramatically different rates. Some enjoy…

Tesla is offering a first-of-its-kind insurance discount for drivers who actively use its Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. Available only in Texas and Arizona, the discount provides up to 10% off insurance premiums for policyholders who engage Supervised FSD at least 50% of the time while driving. How the Discount Works New policyholders can access…