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. Also on LinkedIn, Muck Rack, Instagram and YouTube.
The U.S. Postal Service’s ambitious fleet electrification program faces potential disruption as Donald Trump’s transition team explores canceling multi-billion dollar contracts with Oshkosh Corporation and Ford Motor Company. The news, first reported by Reuters, sent Oshkosh shares down 5% to $105.65. The USPS program, backed by $3 billion in federal funding, aimed to deploy 66,000…
The United Kingdom has reached a significant milestone in its automotive history as the number of petrol-powered vehicles peaks at 18.7 million, marking the beginning of what experts predict will be a dramatic shift toward electric mobility. According to a comprehensive report from Auto Trader, this figure is expected to plummet by more than 40%…
General Motors faces a significant financial setback in China, announcing a $5.5 billion write-off as its joint venture struggles amid the country’s rapid transition to electric vehicles. This development marks a crucial turning point in the world’s largest automotive market and serves as a warning sign for traditional automakers, reports Barron’s. The Financial Impact The…
In a pivotal development for the electric vehicle industry, Tesla’s controversial 300-million share grant to CEO Elon Musk faces fresh scrutiny as it heads to the Delaware Supreme Court, reports the Financial Times. This latest chapter in the ongoing saga comes after a lower court’s February ruling that invalidated Musk’s mammoth $56 billion compensation package.…
Jaguar has unveiled its radical Type 00 concept car at Miami Art Week, showcasing a controversial design direction that’s already drawing comparisons to Rolls-Royce’s Spectre and sparking debate about its minimalist interior approach. Source: Official Jaguar X/Twitter post A Tale of Two Colors The Type 00 debuts in two distinct colorways: a London Blue that…
In a concerning development for the electric vehicle industry, new analysis suggests that the elimination of federal tax credits under a second Trump presidency could significantly impact EV adoption rates in the United States. According to research by economists from UC Berkeley and Duke University, the removal of the $7,500 federal incentive could result in…
Recent patent filings reveal Jeep’s innovative vision for combining electric vehicle technology with drone integration, showcasing the company’s forward-thinking approach to off-road capabilities and security features. The Stellantis-owned brand is exploring multiple applications that could revolutionize how drivers interact with their vehicles in challenging environments, reports Motor Authority.
In an unprecedented display of consumer activism, Tesla owners across America are wrestling with a complex dilemma: how to reconcile their love for their environmentally conscious vehicles with their growing discomfort over Elon Musk’s controversial political stance. This tension has sparked a remarkable grassroots movement, highlighting the delicate balance between corporate leadership and brand
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