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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.

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Starting from 2025, Nissan vehicles will be equipped with the Tesla-developed North American Charging Standard (NACS) port. This is a strategic step towards Nissan’s target of making 40% of U.S. vehicle sales fully electric by 2030.
Nissan

Nissan Shocks EV World: Wuhan Plant to Cease Production by March 2026

Nissan Motor is set to halt vehicle production at its Wuhan plant in China by March 31, 2026, a decision that marks a significant retreat for the Japanese automaker in the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) market. According to two sources with knowledge of the plan, as reported by Reuters, the move comes amid fierce…

Tesla

Tata Technologies Stumbles as EV Demand Slows: A Wake-Up Call for the Industry

On April 25, 2025, Reuters reported that India’s Tata Technologies (TATE.NS) missed revenue expectations for the fourth quarter, grappling with a sluggish global demand for electric vehicles (EVs). The company, a key player in engineering and technology services for the auto, aero, and heavy machinery sectors, saw its consolidated revenue from operations drop by 1.2%,…

Model 3

Tesla Refunds Indian Model 3 Bookings, Signaling Imminent Market Entry for EV Enthusiasts

Tesla Inc. is refunding early Model 3 bookings in India, a move that has sparked excitement among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts as it hints at the automaker’s long-awaited entry into the world’s third-largest automobile market. According to a Bloomberg report, the Elon Musk-led company is returning reservation fees to customers who booked as early as…

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Elon Musk Slams Waymo’s Costly Robotaxis as Tesla Gears Up for 2025 Showdown

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…

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Tesla Semi Powers Up: New X Account Signals Big Electric Truck Momentum

On April 25, 2025, Tesla unveiled a dedicated X account for its Tesla Semi, spotlighting the electric truck’s growing role in sustainable logistics. A striking image shared by the account, @tesla_semi, showcases three sleek Tesla Semis in a cavernous warehouse, captioned with a bold promise: “Big truck energy.” With 4.8K followers already, the move underscores…

Ford

Slate Auto’s $20,000 Blank Slate EV Pickup Redefines Affordable Electric Freedom

On April 24, 2025, Slate Auto, a Michigan-based electric vehicle startup, unveiled its game-changing Blank Slate pickup truck in Long Beach, California, promising to shatter the price barrier for EVs with a base cost of $20,000. Backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, this radically simple, customizable electric truck targets everyday drivers and fleet operators, offering…

Tesla

Waymo’s Robotaxi Revolution: 250,000 Weekly Trips Signal a New Era for Electric Autonomy

On April 25, 2025, Waymo announced a groundbreaking milestone, providing over 250,000 paid robotaxi trips per week across Los Angeles and Phoenix—a 25% surge from 200,000 just two months prior, as reported by Sawyer Merritt on X. For electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and urban commuters, this leap underscores a transformative shift in transportation, where autonomous…

Tesla

Tesla Slashes Prices and Boosts Perks for U.S. EV Buyers in Bold 2025 Move

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…

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