PPE-platform e-trons and Ingolstadt’s software reboot — Audi’s electric range, covered.
Tesla’s latest Vehicle Safety Report for Q1 2025 reveals that vehicles using Autopilot technology recorded one crash for every 7.44 million miles driven, a significant leap in safety performance. This figure outperforms Tesla vehicles not using Autopilot, which saw one crash every 1.51 million miles, and the U.S. national average of one accident every 702,000…
In a bold move to sidestep punitive tariffs and meet surging European demand, Volvo has launched production of its compact EX30 electric SUV at its Ghent, Belgium factory, a strategic shift from its sole manufacturing hub in Zhangjiakou, China. Announced by Volvo, this €200 million ($213 million) investment fortifies the brand’s foothold in Europe, where…
Tesla is set to introduce a more budget-friendly version of its popular Model Y, codenamed E80, this July, according to reports circulating on Chinese social media. Shared by Tesla Newswire, the announcement highlights a strategic move to broaden Tesla’s market reach with a stripped-down variant priced between ¥190,000 and ¥210,000 ($26,000–$28,800 USD). This development could…
Tesla has significantly reduced the price of its 2024 Model 3 Performance, making the high-performance electric vehicle (EV) available for an adjusted price of $40,490 after discounts and federal tax credits, according to a recent announcement shared on X by automotive enthusiast Sawyer Merritt. This move positions the Model 3 Performance as a compelling option…
On April 25, 2025, Elon Musk reignited a heated rivalry in the electric vehicle (EV) and autonomous driving space with a pointed jab at Waymo on X: “Waymo needs ‘way mo’ money to succeed 😂,” he tweeted, amassing over 674,000 views. The quip followed Musk’s critique during Tesla’s April 23 earnings call, where he called…
Tesla ignited excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts in the U.S. with a series of aggressive promotions aimed at making its lineup more accessible than ever. Announced via a detailed post on X by Sawyer Merritt, these incentives—ranging from free Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfers to steep discounts for loyal owners—signal Tesla’s intent to dominate the…
Automotive reporter Sawyer Merritt announced on X that Tesla vehicles with Hardware 3 (HW3) and older Intel Atom chips will not receive key features in Tesla’s Spring Update (2025.14.1). This news impacts EVXL’s audience of Tesla owners and enthusiasts, spotlighting the growing divide between Tesla’s older and newer hardware ecosystems and raising concerns about long-term…
On April 21, 2025, Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company, announced a groundbreaking joint development agreement with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD to explore new energy vehicle technologies. The deal, signed through Aramco’s subsidiary Saudi Aramco Technologies Company (SATC), marks a significant step in the kingdom’s push toward cleaner mobility, aligning with its…
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