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.
Volvo is shifting gears on its electric vehicle strategy, planning a renewed push into plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) despite previously aiming to go fully electric by 2030. The Swedish automaker is now focusing on extending the electric range of its PHEVs, as reported by Motor Authority. Volvo’s New PHEV Strategy Volvo’s chief product and strategy…
Mercedes-Benz, the German luxury automaker, has seen a significant drop in its share price following a profit warning issued on September 20, 2024. The company cited weakening demand in China as the primary reason for the downgrade, which has had ripple effects across the European automotive sector, reports CNBC. Profit Warning Details Mercedes-Benz announced a…
Lucid Motors, a Silicon Valley-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has officially opened a new office in Southfield, Michigan, aiming to tap into Detroit’s rich automotive talent pool and boost its operations. This strategic move comes as Lucid prepares for the launch of its highly anticipated Gravity, a three-row electric SUV. CBT News reports that the…
Rivian is making waves in the electric vehicle (EV) market with its latest tri-motor configuration for its trucks and SUVs. The company is now shipping these models, offering an extra power boost over the dual-motor version. This new setup features an impressive 850 horsepower powertrain, utilizing Rivian’s in-house Enduro motors—one in the front axle and…
Volkswagen is making big moves to get its Wolfsburg plant ready for electric vehicle (EV) production. The company has appointed Uwe Schwartz, who successfully converted the Emden plant to EV-only production, as the new manager of the Wolfsburg facility. This change comes amidst a challenging market and increased competition from Chinese automakers, according to Autmotive…
Nio, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has dismissed rumors that it plans to acquire the Audi Brussels car plant. The company’s CEO, William Li, emphasized Nio’s cautious approach to investing in fixed assets, except for battery swap stations. This news comes after widespread speculation sparked by a report from Belgian media outlet De Tijd.…
California’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped by about 2.4% in 2022, a promising sign that the state’s carbon footprint is decreasing even as the economy rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic. This news, announced by the California Air Resources Board, highlights the significant role electric vehicles (EVs) are playing in reducing emissions. EVs Leading the Charge More…
Vietnamese electric-vehicle maker VinFast reported a deeper second-quarter loss on Friday, driven by rising costs linked to its ambitious Asia expansion, although its revenue remained on a rising trend, according to its exchange filing. The company, which started delivering cars in California last year, is facing challenges as it seeks to capitalize on growing demand…
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