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.
A Surprising Turn of Events Last month, Tesla’s electric-vehicle charging division faced a dramatic upheaval. What began with high hopes for expansion led to mass layoffs, shocking the industry. Reuters investigated the series of events and their potential impact on Tesla and the broader EV market.. The Lead-Up: High Hopes and Sudden Cuts On the…
A tiny, low-priced electric vehicle (EV) from China, named the Seagull, has American automakers and politicians on edge. Launched last year by Chinese automaker BYD, the Seagull offers impressive craftsmanship at a fraction of the cost of its U.S. counterparts, sparking concerns and potentially reshaping the global auto industry. A Game-Changer in the Making The…
Rivian Automotive Inc., a once-celebrated name in the electric vehicle (EV) market, has informed California state officials of its plan to implement more layoffs. In a letter dated April 24 to the Employment Development Department, Rivian’s vice president of people, Scott Griffin, disclosed that the company would be laying off over 120 employees starting in…
Tesla’s challenges in balancing production and sales have led to an unusual solution: parking its unsold vehicles in abandoned mall lots, reports Jalopnik. This overflow is becoming increasingly visible, symbolizing a growing issue within the electric vehicle giant. Tesla’s Production vs. Sales Imbalance In the first quarter of 2024, Tesla produced 46,561 more vehicles than…
Lucid Motors, known for its premium electric vehicles (EVs), is set to introduce its third model—a midsize SUV—with a notably lower price tag in 2026. CEO Peter Rawlinson reportedly confirmed the plan during the company’s recent first-quarter investor call, highlighting that the new SUV will be produced in Saudi Arabia and is expected to become…
Tesla has recently set up an impressive display featuring the upgraded Model 3 Performance and the much-anticipated Cybertruck at a mobility expo in Macau. This exhibition took place at the Car, Sky, and Vehicle Expo held at the Venetian Cotai Expo Hall A, drawing considerable attention. The Vehicles on Display The Tesla display reportedly included…
A Bold Move Amidst Growing Tensions In a striking escalation of the U.S.-China trade war, the Biden administration is set to announce a substantial increase in tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) from China. Currently pegged at 25%, these tariffs are expected to jump to an unprecedented 100%, signaling a tough stance against what is perceived…
Tesla has launched a new Supercharger station in Montgomery, Pennsylvania, featuring 12 high-speed charging ports capable of up to 250kW each. Located at Sheetz on 5676 US-15, this addition is part of Tesla’s aggressive expansion of its Supercharger network across the United States. Nationwide Growth As of January 2024, Tesla boasts a global network of…
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