the field of Lithium batteries are currently dominated by Chinese companies such as BYD and CATL. Not only do they sell the majority of batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage projects around the world, but they are also opening new factories in their backyard. When companies outside China try to compete, like Europe’s
Slate Auto, the Jeff Bezos-backed electric vehicle startup, has built its business around the idea of simplicity and customization. Start with a $24,950 unpainted gray electric pickup truck with 205 miles of range (and no tech styling) and let the buyer customize it to their liking through vehicle wraps, decals, lighting and other accessories. Vehicle
Robotaxi companies have They thrived in California, where good weather, enthusiasm for technology, and sophisticated workforces have supported their growth for nearly two decades. But a delayed decision by a state regulatory agency is now holding back Alphabet subsidiary Waymo, the U.S. leader in driverless robotaxi services. The delay means Waymo is not yet allowed
Bentley has a name of its first fully electric car: Torcal. The British brand confirmed it today, along with a teaser image of the rear of the electric vehicle, promising a full reveal on September 23, 2026. Much more important than the name, however, is the fact that this is Bentley’s first fully electric car.
Everyone is worried about affordability right now, including companies that make cars. Especially companies that make electric cars, which cost an average of $55,000. That makes America’s newest and cheapest electric truck a welcome, and somewhat strange, addition to the market. Officially unveiled last week, Michigan-based automaker Slate’s small modular offering costs just under $25,000
Own a US EV dealership has been a wild ride in the 2020s. Since Polestar Short Hills opened in northern New Jersey in 2021, it has endured a Covid-era demand surge and an EV shortage that left some used EVs with higher valuations than new ones; a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500