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Tesla weighs a cheaper, smaller EV as Model 2 plan reemerges
transportation2 days ago

Tesla weighs a cheaper, smaller EV as Model 2 plan reemerges

Reuters reports Tesla is calling suppliers to build a new, standalone affordable electric SUV not based on the Model 3 or Model Y, with production slated first in China and then in the US and Europe, a major reversal for Elon Musk who once said cheaper EVs were pointless. The move follows the 2024 cancellation of a $25,000 “Model 2” and the release of stripped‑down Model 3/Y variants, and it raises questions about whether the new vehicle will be driverless or human‑driven as Tesla’s FSD progress continues to face hurdles.

via The Verge|
#electric-cars#elon-musk#robotaxi
BMW revives the i3 as a high-range four-door EV on the Neue Klasse platform
transportation24 days ago

BMW revives the i3 as a high-range four-door EV on the Neue Klasse platform

BMW is reviving the i3 name on a Neue Klasse-based four-door electric sedan that uses the iX3 powertrain and a new cylindrical-cell battery, targeting about 440 miles of range with 400 kW charging. The first model, i3 50 xDrive, pairs dual motors (all-wheel drive) with teased single-motor and quad-motor variants for the future. Not a reboot, but a retcon, the car promises a roomier interior, the Panoramic Vision system, a 17.9-inch touchscreen, OTA updates, and Alexa integration. Expect around $60k in the US and manufacturing starting in August 2026.

via The Verge|
#bmw#electric-cars#i3
Tesla’s $59,990 Cybertruck cuts price, stigma endures
transportation1 month ago

Tesla’s $59,990 Cybertruck cuts price, stigma endures

Tesla trims the Cybertruck price to $59,990 for an AWD model with a 325‑mile range and new features like a powered tonneau cover, bed outlets, and adaptive damping; Musk says the low price is temporary, while the Cyberbeast remains at $99,990 amid multiple price swings, and 2025 sales have slumped, underscoring that the stigma around the truck persists.

via The Verge|
#cybertruck#electric-cars#price-cut
US EV market stalls after a decade of growth as incentives fade
business1 month ago

US EV market stalls after a decade of growth as incentives fade

US EV registrations fell in 2025 for the first time in ten years, according to S&P Global. The decline followed the end of federal EV incentives (including the $7,500 tax credit), with a sharp 48% drop in December after a Q3 rush. Beyond incentives, higher EV prices, range anxiety, and faster depreciation—especially in high-end models like the Porsche Taycan—weighed on demand.

via supercarblondie.com|
#business#electric#electric-cars
Lamborghini's Future: Hybrid or Full EV, Decision Looms
business5 months ago

Lamborghini's Future: Hybrid or Full EV, Decision Looms

Lamborghini's CEO Stephan Winkelmann announced that the luxury carmaker plans to continue using internal combustion engines for at least the next decade due to declining enthusiasm for electric vehicles among high-end buyers, and is considering whether to make its upcoming Lanzador model fully electric or a plug-in hybrid, amidst broader industry debates on emission regulations and electric transition timelines.

via BBC|
#business#electric-cars#hybrid-power
Lamborghini Prioritizes Hybrid Power and Emotional Driving Over Full Electric Vehicles
business7 months ago

Lamborghini Prioritizes Hybrid Power and Emotional Driving Over Full Electric Vehicles

Lamborghini's CEO states that despite the technical capability to build powerful electric supercars, customer demand for traditional internal combustion engines like V12s and V8s remains strong, leading the brand to postpone full electrification and focus on hybrid models, while maintaining exclusivity and authenticity in their offerings.

via ABC News|
#business#customer-demand#electric-cars
UK Accelerates Climate Goals with Increased Electric Vehicle and Heat Pump Adoption
environment9 months ago

UK Accelerates Climate Goals with Increased Electric Vehicle and Heat Pump Adoption

The UK is experiencing record growth in electric vehicle and heat pump adoption, driven by government policies and falling costs, as part of its efforts to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Despite progress, challenges remain in making electricity cheaper and further reducing emissions from transport and buildings, with potential solutions including removing certain costs from electricity bills to lower household expenses.

via BBC|
#climate-change#electric-cars#environment
Tesla's European Sales Decline Amid Market Challenges and Incentive Strategies
business10 months ago

Tesla's European Sales Decline Amid Market Challenges and Incentive Strategies

Tesla's electric vehicle sales in Germany and much of Europe have declined significantly, with registrations dropping over a third in Germany and substantial decreases in France and Spain, despite overall growth in electric vehicle sales in these markets. Norway remains an exception with increased Tesla sales, while competitors like BYD gain ground in Europe.

via The New York Times|
#business#electric-cars#europe