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.
On April 27, the BYD Shenzhen, the world’s largest car carrier, embarked on its maiden voyage from Taicang port in Jiangsu Province, China, carrying a staggering 7,000 electric vehicles (EVs) destined for Brazil. According to FastCompany, this massive ship, owned by Chinese automaker BYD, marks a bold step in the company’s global expansion, showcasing its…
BMW has announced a surprising pause on its electric vehicle (EV) production through May 2025, leaving EV enthusiasts wondering about the future of models like the i4 and i5. According to a report by Automotive News, the German automaker will hold off on building new electrified vehicles for the next three to four weeks, though…
In a surprising move, Tesla has introduced a 1.99% APR financing offer for its newly redesigned Model Y in the U.S., a clear sign of weaker-than-expected demand for the popular electric SUV. Announced on May 2, 2025, this incentive, available for well-qualified buyers on the Long Range AWD model, effectively cuts thousands off the purchase…
In a twist that echoes the iPhone’s early skeptics, electric vehicle (EV) drivers are pushing back against the touchscreen takeover, demanding the return of physical buttons. A 2024 Euro NCAP ruling mandating physical controls for key functions by January 2026 has sparked a global shift, with automakers like Volkswagen and Hyundai responding to customer frustration…
In Auckland, New Zealand, a sleek, electric hydrofoil boat is gliding above the waves, promising a greener, smoother ride for passengers. Vessev’s VS-9, now in commercial service with Fullers360, combines cutting-edge hydrofoil technology with electric propulsion to slash energy use by up to 90%, offering a glimpse into the future of marine transport. This game-changing…
In a bold move, BMW’s iconic M3 sports sedan will blur the lines between electric and combustion power by 2027, with the electric ZA0 and gas-powered G84 sharing nearly identical designs. Top Gear’s exclusive interview with Mike Reichelt, head of BMW’s Neue Klasse program, reveals that both M3 variants will sport the same sleek look…
In a stunning milestone for the electric vehicle (EV) revolution, Norway has hit a record-breaking 97% EV share of new car registrations in April 2025, according to data from Electrive. Leading the pack is Tesla’s Model Y, which captured a 7.7% market share with 869 new registrations, signaling a seismic shift in the country’s automotive…
In a stunning move, BMW has announced a pause in U.S. electric vehicle (EV) production starting May 2025, citing uncertainty over new auto tariffs under the Trump administration, Electrek reports. This decision, shared with dealers, freezes output for BMW’s four electric models—the i4, i5, i7, and iX—despite a robust 26% surge in EV sales in…
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