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XPeng’s founder tested out Tesla FSD in the US to see how it compares to XNGP [Video]

For a couple of years, two of the leading driving systems pushing the limits of automotive autonomy have been Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) and XPeng Motors’ Navigation Guided Pilot (XNGP). Both EV automakers are leading the race in their respective markets, but neither technology is available in the opposite country (at least for now). In … Continue reading “XPeng’s founder tested out Tesla FSD in the US to see how it compares to XNGP [Video]”

Honda releases lease details for its interesting CR-V fuel cell plug-in hybrid

It comes in two colors – white or gray Honda has announced lease pricing for its upcoming CR-V e:FCEV fuel cell plug in hybrid, which operates either on electricity or hydrogen. Honda first announced the CR-V e:FCEV earlier this year, and we got a chance to drive it at Honda’s California R&D center. It’s an … Continue reading “Honda releases lease details for its interesting CR-V fuel cell plug-in hybrid”

Electrogenic brings the DeLorean DMC-12 Back to the Future with a ‘drop-in’ EV conversion kit

Where BEV conversions are going, we don’t need roads… Actually, we still very much need roads, but we no longer need to look at the original DeLorean DMC-12, considered by many as a design far ahead of its time, as a dated combustion classic. The EV conversion experts at Electrogenic have introduced a new “plug … Continue reading “Electrogenic brings the DeLorean DMC-12 Back to the Future with a ‘drop-in’ EV conversion kit”

Tern’s new Quick Haul Long electric cargo bike shows it’s not the size that matters

Tern, one of the leading innovators in cargo electric bike design, has just announced its newest model. Get ready to stretch, because here comes the Quick Haul Long. Tern’s electric cargo bikes have always been known for two things: high-quality heavy-hauling designs and relatively smaller footprints, at least as far as cargo e-bikes go. Years … Continue reading “Tern’s new Quick Haul Long electric cargo bike shows it’s not the size that matters”

What are these hidden vehicles in Rivian’s shareholder letter?

On top of Rivian’s big VW partnership news today, we also got a look at what some of Rivian’s future plans might include – including some vehicles that we haven’t heard anything about before. To recap the news, VW will invest up to $5 billion into Rivian and form a joint venture giving VW access to … Continue reading “What are these hidden vehicles in Rivian’s shareholder letter?”

Cybertruck recalls, Tesla vs. Camry, Polestar upgrades, and electric flight gets real

We gave the Tesla Cybertruck a lot of heat yesterday, and today we’re back for more as every single example of the controversial electric pickup built so far has been recalled. Meanwhile a Model 3 is cheaper than a Camry now, Polestar 2 gets an upgrade, and electric flight takes off. All this and more … Continue reading “Cybertruck recalls, Tesla vs. Camry, Polestar upgrades, and electric flight gets real”

VW will invest up to $5B into Rivian to form joint venture for next-gen EVs

Rivian R1T (left) and R1S (right) electric vehicles (Source: Rivian) VW and Rivian have just announced that the two companies will form a joint venture, bringing Rivian’s software expertise to VW’s products and providing an initial $1 billion, and potentially up to an eventual $5 billion, in capital for Rivian to get through its push … Continue reading “VW will invest up to $5B into Rivian to form joint venture for next-gen EVs”

Rivian (RIVN) is now leasing R1T and R1S EVs in 33 US states

Good news for those looking to lease Rivian’s electric adventure vehicles. Rivian (RIVN) is now leasing its R1T and R1S EVs in 33 US states after adding three more on Tuesday. What states does Rivian offer EV leasing in? After introducing R1T leasing last November, Rivian has quickly expanded the program. Earlier this year, Rivian … Continue reading “Rivian (RIVN) is now leasing R1T and R1S EVs in 33 US states”

Save $803 during Blix 4th of July sale, Samsung Bespoke smart electric washer and ventless dryer, Hiboy 5-year anniversary, more

Leading today’s Green Deals is Blix Bikes’ 4th of July sales event that will save you up to $803 on e-bikes with their respective accessory bundles, with models like the Sol Eclipse Cruiser e-bike starting from $1,499. Next, we have the biggest deal to date on Samsung’s Bespoke AI All-in-One 5.3 cubic-foot Ultra Capacity Washer … Continue reading “Save $803 during Blix 4th of July sale, Samsung Bespoke smart electric washer and ventless dryer, Hiboy 5-year anniversary, more”

Tesla is reportedly in talks to use Michelin’s airless tires

Tesla is reportedly in talks with tire giant Michelin to use their latest airless tire technology in the former’s electric vehicle lineup. Airless tires have been around for a long time, but they have yet to make their way into cars in any meaningful volume. They offer the obvious advantage of not losing air, which … Continue reading “Tesla is reportedly in talks to use Michelin’s airless tires”