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.
Chinese automaker Changan Automobile is launching its Deepal electric SUVs in Italy and Spain as part of a major European expansion. Why it matters: This marks the second wave of Chinese EV brands entering Southern Europe, where interest in pure electrics has historically lagged. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Changan’s timing is notable.…
Chinese automaker Xpeng will launch its heavily-revised G6 electric SUV in the UK in early 2026, priced from £39,990. Why it matters: The refreshed G6 charges faster than any Tesla while costing up to £12,000 less than its Model Y rival. The Details Xpeng G6 Specs Tesla Model Y Comparison EVXL’s Take Xpeng’s UK pricing…
Stellantis spent over 7 billion euros ($8.1 billion) with Italian suppliers in 2024, beating its own target by 1 billion euros. Why it matters: The investment boost comes as the automaker faces its lowest Italian production in nearly 70 years and a critical EU emissions decision on December 16. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s…
China’s commerce ministry confirmed Thursday that negotiations with the European Union over a minimum price plan for Chinese electric vehicles have restarted. Why it matters: A successful deal could replace the EU’s 45.3% tariffs with price commitments, reshaping how Chinese EVs enter Europe. The Details By the Numbers What China Said “China welcomes the EU’s…
South Korean battery maker SK On is dissolving its joint venture with Ford Motor, splitting ownership of three U.S. battery plants as slowing EV demand reshapes the industry. Why it matters: The breakup marks the collapse of one of America’s largest EV battery partnerships, a direct casualty of the post-subsidy market downturn. The Details By…
New spy shots from Germany show the next-generation BMW 3 Series and its electric i3 twin testing side-by-side, revealing subtle but distinct differences between the ICE and EV versions. Why it matters: BMW is taking a unified design approach across different platforms, making it harder than ever to spot an EV in the wild. The…
Rimac Technology is building solid-state batteries with ProLogium and Mitsubishi, targeting a new Bugatti model by 2030. Why it matters: The Croatian EV tech powerhouse is betting that next-gen batteries will define the hypercar segment before the technology reaches mainstream vehicles. The Details Solid-State Battery Specs E-Axle Developments EVXL’s Take Rimac’s solid-state ambitions put them…
Waymo’s robotaxis now shuttle employees to and from San Francisco International Airport without a human driver. Why it matters: This Phase 2 milestone puts Waymo one step closer to offering public robotaxi service at the Bay Area’s busiest airport. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Waymo’s SFO expansion represents the company’s methodical approach to…
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