Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of EVXL.co, where he covers all electric vehicle-related news, covering brands such as Tesla, Ford, GM, BMW, Nissan and others. He fulfills a similar role at the drone news site DroneXL.co. Haye can be reached at haye @ evxl.co or @hayekesteloo.
Audi has officially confirmed the discontinuation of its Q8 e-tron SUV following the closure of its Brussels factory in February 2025, marking the end of a seven-year run for the electric vehicle (EV) that kickstarted the brand’s modern electric era. According to an article from Car and Driver, a successor to the Q8 e-tron is…
Electric vehicle (EV) owners may soon turn their cars into income sources while they rest, thanks to a new initiative by ChargeScape. This joint venture, backed by BMW, Ford, Honda, and Nissan, is revolutionizing how EVs interact with the power grid, offering financial incentives and grid stability. Reported by Axios, this development highlights a growing…
In 2024, the global electric car fleet soared to nearly 58 million vehicles, tripling from 2021 and comprising 4% of the world’s passenger cars, displacing over 1 million barrels of oil daily, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). China’s dominance, with nearly two-thirds of global electric vehicle (EV) sales, underscores its pivotal role in…
BMW’s measured approach to electric vehicles (EVs) is proving successful as competitors dial back aggressive EV targets, the company’s CEO announced. Oliver Zipse, speaking to shareholders on Wednesday, credited BMW’s multi-drivetrain strategy—blending EVs, hybrids, and combustion engines—for its edge in a shifting automotive landscape, according to Reuters. Flexible Approach Outshines All-Electri
Tesla has introduced a new initiative offering a $1,000 discount on any new electric vehicle (EV) for verified students, teachers, first responders, military veterans, retirees, active-duty members, their spouses, and surviving spouses. This program, dubbed “Made in America for Everyday Heroes,” expands Tesla’s previous military-only discount to honor a broader group of American heroes with…
On May 16, 2025, Tesla announced the addition of Chipotle executive Jack Hartung to its board of directors and audit committee, effective June, expanding the board to nine members. This move, reported by Reuters, strengthens Tesla’s financial governance as the electric vehicle (EV) maker navigates leadership transitions and compensation reviews. Strategic Board Expansion Hartung, retiring…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) leader BYD announced plans to establish a European center in Hungary, a move that will create 2,000 jobs and strengthen its foothold in the region. Speaking at a Budapest news conference alongside Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on May 15, 2025, BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu outlined the hub’s role in advancing…
In a surprising shift, Tesla has ended its controversial no-buyout lease policy, originally designed to reclaim vehicles for its planned robotaxi fleet, and instead sold the cars to new buyers. This move, reported by Reuters, marks a significant pivot for the electric vehicle giant, raising questions about its autonomous driving ambitions and customer trust. A…
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