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.
Tensions Flare Over New Tariffs on Chinese Goods The recent escalation in the U.S.-China trade war has Beijing fuming. The Biden administration’s decision to significantly increase tariffs on Chinese imports, including a steep rise on electric vehicles, has sparked promises of retaliation from Chinese officials. As both nations brace for the fallout, the global economic…
A recent ruling has propelled Tesla into the legal spotlight as a federal judge determined that the company must face a lawsuit alleging fraudulent claims about its self-driving capabilities. The case, brought by California resident Thomas LoSavio, centers on statements made by Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, suggesting their cars could achieve full autonomy,…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Nio has unveiled Onvo, a new, budget-friendly sub-brand set to challenge Tesla in the competitive EV market. The first car from this brand, the L60 SUV, is positioned to be a significant contender, offering a competitive edge by undercutting Tesla’s Model Y by $4,000. Onvo’s L60: A New Player in…
A Surprising Turn of Events Last month, Tesla’s electric-vehicle charging division faced a dramatic upheaval. What began with high hopes for expansion led to mass layoffs, shocking the industry. Reuters investigated the series of events and their potential impact on Tesla and the broader EV market.. The Lead-Up: High Hopes and Sudden Cuts On the…
A tiny, low-priced electric vehicle (EV) from China, named the Seagull, has American automakers and politicians on edge. Launched last year by Chinese automaker BYD, the Seagull offers impressive craftsmanship at a fraction of the cost of its U.S. counterparts, sparking concerns and potentially reshaping the global auto industry. A Game-Changer in the Making The…
Rivian Automotive Inc., a once-celebrated name in the electric vehicle (EV) market, has informed California state officials of its plan to implement more layoffs. In a letter dated April 24 to the Employment Development Department, Rivian’s vice president of people, Scott Griffin, disclosed that the company would be laying off over 120 employees starting in…
Tesla’s challenges in balancing production and sales have led to an unusual solution: parking its unsold vehicles in abandoned mall lots, reports Jalopnik. This overflow is becoming increasingly visible, symbolizing a growing issue within the electric vehicle giant. Tesla’s Production vs. Sales Imbalance In the first quarter of 2024, Tesla produced 46,561 more vehicles than…
Lucid Motors, known for its premium electric vehicles (EVs), is set to introduce its third model—a midsize SUV—with a notably lower price tag in 2026. CEO Peter Rawlinson reportedly confirmed the plan during the company’s recent first-quarter investor call, highlighting that the new SUV will be produced in Saudi Arabia and is expected to become…
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