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.
Ramzan Kadyrov, the controversial leader of Chechnya, has showcased a Tesla Cybertruck outfitted with a machine gun, claiming it will soon join Russian forces in Ukraine. This surprising development was reported by The Times on March 11, 2024. A Cybertruck in Chechnya In a video shared on social media, Kadyrov is seen driving the electric…
The European Union’s new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) have caused a significant slowdown in their influx, according to recent data from Dataforce. The move, aimed at protecting EU automakers from low-cost competition, has resulted in a 45% decrease in new EV registrations from Chinese manufacturers like BYD and SAIC Motor’s MG in July…
Electric vehicles are at the forefront of a surge in auto incentives, with manufacturer rebates reaching levels not seen since before the pandemic. Kelly Blue Book reports that these incentives rose to around 7% of the average transaction price last month, the highest in over three years and about 60% higher than a year ago.…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has announced plans to establish a car production plant in Karachi, Pakistan, marking a significant step in the company’s global expansion strategy. This move, reported by Reuters, positions BYD as the first major new energy vehicle (NEV) entrant in the Pakistani market, where EV infrastructure is currently limited. BYD’s Bold…
Hong Kong’s electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing a significant shift as Chinese brands gain popularity and market share. According to a recent report by the South China Morning Post, mainland Chinese EV manufacturers are using the city as a testing ground and springboard for international expansion. Surge in Chinese EV Market Share The market…
Fisker Inc., the bankrupt Southern California electric vehicle maker, has received a subpoena from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), potentially signaling an investigation into the company’s practices. This development, reported by the Los Angeles Times, adds another layer of complexity to Fisker’s ongoing financial and legal challenges. The SEC Subpoena and Its Implications The…
The iconic Tesla Cybertruck is getting a rugged makeover for military and high-security applications. Dubbed the STING, this modified version of the electric pickup is the brainchild of Archimedes Defense and Unplugged Performance. The news was first reported by Sawyer Merritt on X. Armored Up and Ready to Roll The STING isn’t your average Cybertruck.…
Tesla has unveiled a unique Supercharger design in Hong Kong, marking the 10th anniversary of its fast-charging network in the city. This milestone coincides with the installation of Hong Kong’s 400th Supercharger stall, as reported by Sawyer Merritt on X. A Decade of Charging Innovation The commemorative design features elements that showcase Hong Kong’s iconic…
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