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.
Tesla has rolled out its most aggressive year-end incentives on record, offering 0% APR financing for up to 72 months, $0-down leases, and free upgrades on inventory vehicles. Why it matters: This is Tesla self-funding the subsidies that taxpayers used to provide, as the company fights a Q4 demand vacuum created by the September 30…
Tesla will expand its Japan Supercharger network by more than 40%, targeting over 1,000 stalls by 2027 as the automaker capitalizes on surging demand. Why it matters: The infrastructure push arrives as Japanese automakers adopt Tesla’s charging standard, potentially reshaping the country’s EV landscape. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Japan represents a rare…
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the all-electric 2027 GLB, bringing 800-volt architecture and up to 392 miles of WLTP range to its compact seven-seat SUV. Why it matters: This marks Mercedes’ most affordable entry point into its next-generation EV lineup, replacing the outgoing EQB. The Details By The Numbers GLB250+ (RWD) GLB350 4Matic (AWD) Shared Specs EVXL’s…
Tech reviewer Marques Brownlee just delivered a verdict that should terrify Detroit. After two weeks driving a Xiaomi SU7 Max on American roads, the influential YouTuber concluded this $42,000 Chinese sedan delivers an experience worth $75,000. That’s a $33,000 value gap that no tariff wall can explain away forever. Why MKBHD’s Xiaomi Review Matters Brownlee…
Tesla’s Robotaxi app is now available for download across 12 countries and regions, expanding far beyond its original U.S.-only launch. Why it matters: The move signals Tesla is building international infrastructure ahead of its planned global autonomous ride-hailing rollout. The Details By the Numbers EVXL’s Take This international app rollout is classic Tesla: building hype…
West Iceland Police just logged one million kilometers in their all-Tesla patrol fleet. Why it matters: The milestone proves electric patrol vehicles can handle demanding conditions while slashing operational emissions without government subsidies. The Details By the Numbers EVXL’s Take Iceland’s geothermal-powered grid makes this an ideal testbed for police EV adoption. The 85% emissions…
Tesla’s UK car registrations fell 19% in November 2025, continuing a brutal European sales collapse as Chinese rival BYD more than tripled its British deliveries. Why it matters: The UK, now Europe’s largest EV market, has become another battleground where Chinese automakers are rapidly overtaking Tesla. The Details By the Numbers Tesla UK November Sales…
Tesla jumped to ninth place in Consumer Reports’ 2025 reliability rankings, marking the automaker’s first appearance in the top 10. Why it matters: The same aging vehicle lineup that has been crushing Tesla’s sales is now paying dividends in build quality and dependability. The Details By The Numbers What The Experts Say “With Tesla, it’s…
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