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Haye Kesteloo

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.

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Tesla Faces Stiff Competition as US EV Sales Soar. Model Y. Photo courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
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Tesla Plans More Affordable ‘Baby Y’ for 2025 Launch

Tesla is preparing to introduce a smaller, more affordable version of its popular Model Y crossover in late 2025, according to automotive intelligence firm AutoForecast Solutions. The development aligns with Tesla’s broader strategy to expand its market reach through more accessible price points while maintaining its industry-leading cost efficiency, reports Forbes. Sam Fiorani, an analyst…

Kentucky Powers Up with Tesla's Charging Plug
Model Y

Supreme Court Takes Up Challenge to California’s EV Sales Mandate

In a significant development for the U.S. automotive industry, the Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge to California’s Advanced Clean Cars I rule, setting the stage for a landmark decision that could reshape the nation’s approach to vehicle emissions standards. The case, which will be argued before the Court with a decision expected…

California's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop Thanks to EVs
California

California’s EV Mandate Faces Political Uncertainty Amid Expected Federal Approval and Trump Challenge

The Biden administration is poised to approve California’s ambitious plan to phase out new gasoline-powered vehicle sales by 2035, setting the stage for a significant shift in the American automotive landscape – and a looming political battle. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to grant California and 11 other states the necessary waiver under…

Tesla's Reengineered Model 3 Shows Off Its Whisper-Quiet Cabin
Tesla

Legacy Automakers Drive EV Growth as Tesla Faces Headwinds

Electric vehicle registrations climbed 5% in October, marking a significant shift in market dynamics as traditional automakers gained ground while Tesla experienced continued challenges according to recent registration data. The growth trajectory, particularly noteworthy given the broader automotive market conditions, highlights the increasing competitiveness of established manufacturers in the el

Nio Challenges German Luxury Dominance with Ultra-Premium ET9 Sedan
NIO

Nio Challenges German Luxury Dominance with Ultra-Premium ET9 Sedan

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio has unveiled its most ambitious vehicle to date – the ET9 executive sedan – directly targeting the stronghold of German luxury automakers in China’s premium vehicle segment. The $110,080 electric flagship, slated for March deliveries, represents a bold move to compete with established luxury vehicles like the BMW 7-Series and…

Tesla

EU Electric Vehicle Market Reaches Historic Parity with ICE Vehicles in 2023

The European Union’s transition to electrified vehicles hit a significant milestone in 2023, with hybrid and battery-electric vehicles collectively matching traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) registrations for the first time. New data from Eurostat reveals that electrified vehicles captured 48.3% of new passenger car registrations, nearly equivalent to the 48.8% share held by pure petrol

Chinese EV Makers Defy EU Tariffs at Paris Auto Show
China

Global EV Sales Hit New Record as China Dominates Market Share

The global electric vehicle market reached another milestone in November 2024, with sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles climbing 32.3% year-over-year to 1.83 million units, marking the third consecutive record month according to data from market research firm Rho Motion, reports Reuters. China’s dominance in the EV sector continues to reshape the global…

BMW's Upcoming Electric M3 Signals Performance Evolution While Maintaining Combustion Options
BMW

BMW’s Upcoming Electric M3 Signals Performance Evolution While Maintaining Combustion Options

BMW has officially unveiled its first glimpse of the all-electric M3, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of its performance lineup. The electric variant will be built on BMW’s next-generation 3-series platform, incorporating the company’s Neue Klasse design language while maintaining the M division’s distinctive performance characteristics, reports Can and Driver. The electric M3’s…

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