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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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Electric Vehicle Fees Surge as States Grapple with Road Funding

Pennsylvania is set to implement one of the nation’s costliest electric vehicle (EV) fees, joining a growing trend of states imposing additional charges on EV owners. This shift comes as states face declining gasoline tax revenues and seek new ways to fund road maintenance and infrastructure projects. According to a report from Politico, this trend…

Florida

Abandoned Tesla Model 3s Discovered in Florida Field

Tesla’s refreshed Model 3 appears to be facing unexpected challenges, as reported by CleanTechnica. A recent discovery near Tampa, Florida, has raised questions about the electric vehicle maker’s inventory management and product quality. A Field of Forgotten EVs In Lutz, Florida, just minutes from Tesla’s Tampa Bay Service Center, dozens or possibly hundreds of refreshed…

Zeekr

Zeekr Unveils Groundbreaking Ultra-Fast Charging LFP Battery in New 007 Sedan

Chinese EV manufacturer Zeekr, a subsidiary of Geely, has introduced a revolutionary in-house designed ultra-fast charging LFP battery for its new 007 sedan, pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle charging capabilities. This news was reported by Sawyer Merritt, a known Tesla and EV industry insider. Charging Speed That Rivals Refueling The new battery boasts impressive…

Zeekr

Zeekr’s New EV Batteries Promise World’s Fastest Charging

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr has unveiled new battery technology that claims to offer the world’s fastest charging speeds, potentially addressing key consumer concerns about EV adoption. This development was reported by CNBC on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Record-Breaking Charging Speeds Zeekr’s new batteries can reportedly charge from 10% to 80% in just 10.5 minutes…

Tesla Expert Sanjay Lal Joins Volkswagen’s EV Software Drive, Volkswagen Races Ahead in EV Charger Installation
Porsche

Porsche-Piëch Family Explores EV Investments Amid Market Downturn

Porsche SE, the investment vehicle controlled by the Porsche-Piëch family, is eyeing new opportunities in the automotive sector, particularly in electric vehicle (EV) technology, as market valuations decline. This news comes from a recent Financial Times report. Seeking EV Opportunities Johannes Lattwein, Porsche SE’s board member for finance and IT, stated, “The current stock market…

Tesla

Extended-Range EVs Gain Traction in China’s Electric Vehicle Market

Chinese automaker Li Auto is making waves in the electric vehicle market with its extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). These innovative cars are addressing range anxiety concerns while offering the benefits of electric driving, according to a recent Bloomberg report. The Rise of EREVs in China EREVs, like the Li Auto L6, run on batteries 95%…

Elon Musk

Trump’s EV Stance Shift: More Rhetoric Than Reality

Donald Trump’s recent softening of his stance on electric vehicles (EVs) has raised eyebrows in the industry, but experts remain skeptical about any significant policy changes. According to a recent report from Politico, Trump’s newfound appreciation for EVs seems more tied to Elon Musk’s endorsement than a genuine policy shift. From “Lunacy” to “A Very…

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Shifts Gears on EV Strategy, Delays Trinity and Accelerates Electric Golf

Volkswagen Group is revising its electric vehicle roadmap, pushing back the launch of its highly anticipated Trinity EV while potentially fast-tracking an all-electric Golf, according to a report from Handelsblatt newspaper. Trinity’s Delayed Arrival The Trinity, initially positioned as VW’s answer to Tesla with advanced Level 4 self-driving capabilities, has seen its production start date…

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