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.
Rivian Automotive shares fell sharply on Monday following a downgrade from Guggenheim, as analysts cited mounting challenges from recent policy changes under President Trump that scrap key incentives for electric vehicle buyers. This development raises questions about affordability for EV enthusiasts eyeing Rivian’s lineup, potentially slowing adoption in a competitive market. According to a Barro
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sparked widespread curiosity among electric vehicle enthusiasts and tech followers by hinting at a major demonstration set for later this year. This announcement comes directly from the company’s design studio, promising an unprecedented showcase. “Just left the @Tesla design studio. Most epic demo ever by end of year. Ever,” Musk…
Chinese automaker BYD Co. accelerates its presence in Saudi Arabia, tripling showrooms to capitalize on Tesla Inc.‘s recent market entry and the kingdom’s drive toward becoming an EV hub. This move highlights growing opportunities for electric vehicle adoption in a region traditionally reliant on oil, reports Bloomberg. BYD’s Strategic Showroom Growth BYD launched operations in…
China’s electric vehicle giant BYD is slashing prices to unprecedented lows, such as offering a starter EV for under $8,000, but this aggressive strategy is forcing suppliers to endure severe financial strain through delayed payments and relentless cost cuts. According to The Wall Street Journal, suppliers report that BYD often issues electronic IOUs instead of…
Honda introduced its Super EV concept at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, blending compact design with engaging electric performance to appeal to urban drivers. This debut highlights the automaker’s push toward enjoyable EVs, as it promises “fresh, ‘fun-to-drive’ electric performance alongside trademark Honda usability,” according to a press release on Honda’s Goodwood activities. Design…
BYD’s premium Denza brand is gearing up to challenge the iconic Land Rover Defender with its upcoming B5 plug-in hybrid 4×4 SUV, promising around 50 miles of electric-only driving—twice the real-world range of its British counterpart—while delivering robust off-road capabilities and advanced tech at a more accessible price point. This development highlights the growing influence…
A whistleblower’s release of over 23,000 internal Tesla documents has exposed significant lapses in data security, workplace safety, and autopilot performance, raising questions about the electric vehicle pioneer’s operations under Elon Musk’s leadership. This revelation stems from an investigation by German journalists Sönke Iwersen and Michael Verfürden, detailed in their book The Tesla Files, a
Tesla has started deploying its latest over-the-air software update, version 2025.26, which introduces Grok, an AI assistant developed by xAI, directly into compatible vehicles for U.S. owners. This move marks a significant step in blending advanced AI with electric vehicle infotainment systems, potentially transforming daily drives into more interactive experiences. Sawyer Merritt, a prominent EV
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