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.
China’s electric vehicle (EV) leader, BYD, reported a significant milestone, selling 213,325 vehicles equipped with smart-assisted driving features in April 2025, as announced in a recent Reuters report. This figure represents over 57% of BYD’s total sales for the month, highlighting the growing demand for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in the EV sector. Smart Driving…
Waffle House, a beloved Southern dining chain, is partnering with BP Pulse to install 400-kilowatt DC fast chargers at select locations, offering EV drivers a convenient charging solution while they enjoy a meal. Announced on May 21, 2025, this collaboration aims to roll out chargers across the South, starting in Texas, Georgia, and Florida, with…
Electric vehicle enthusiasts in Europe now have an exciting new option as BYD, China’s leading EV manufacturer, introduced its low-cost Dolphin Surf model in Berlin on May 21, 2025. Marking the company’s tenth model in the region, this compact electric car aims to make sustainable driving more accessible with competitive pricing and advanced features. According…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer XPeng is making waves in the EV industry, forecasting second-quarter revenue between 17.5 billion and 18.7 billion yuan ($2.47 billion to $2.64 billion), surpassing Wall Street expectations of 16.85 billion yuan, according to LSEG data. This optimistic outlook, announced on May 21, 2025, is driven by surging demand for XPeng’s…
On May 20, 2025, Elon Musk reaffirmed his dedication to leading Tesla as its chief executive for at least another five years, addressing the Qatar Economic Forum with a bold statement despite recent electric vehicle (EV) market struggles. Speaking at the event, Musk said, “Yes,” when asked about his commitment to Tesla in five years’…
Following the collapse of merger talks between Nissan and Honda in February 2025, Toyota reportedly reached out to Nissan to explore a potential partnership, according to Japan’s Mainichi Shimbun via Automotive News. This move underscores Toyota’s ambition to bolster its electric vehicle (EV) strategy amid intensifying global competition, offering significant implications for EV enthusiasts and…
Volkswagen is set to revive traditional naming for its electric vehicles (EVs), moving away from the alphanumeric ID labels like ID.3 and ID.4, according to a recent statement from the company’s head of marketing and sales. According to Motor1, this shift aims to bring back the brand’s iconic, recognizable names—think Beetle or Golf—to its growing…
In a fiery response to violent attacks on Tesla showrooms in Europe, CEO Elon Musk issued a direct warning to perpetrators and their organizers: “Don’t worry, we are coming for you!” Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk condemned the vandalism and arson linked to political backlash against his public statements, vowing legal action. The…
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