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.
Lotus, the iconic British automaker, is poised to halt production at its historic Hethel, Norfolk factory after 59 years, with plans to shift manufacturing to the United States, according to a report by Autocar. This strategic pivot, driven by U.S. tariffs and a challenging electric vehicle (EV) market, could reshape Lotus’s future as it leans…
Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an…
On June 16, 2025, Polestar, the Sweden-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced a $200 million equity investment from PSD Investment, a firm controlled by Geely Holding Group’s founder, Li Shufu. This funding, reportedly secured through a private investment in public equity (PIPE), aims to fuel Polestar’s global expansion and strengthen its position in the competitive…
Tesla has made a groundbreaking leap in electric vehicle (EV) technology with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y, completing a journey from factory to a customer’s home across town, including highways, a day ahead of schedule. UPDATE: PHOTOS OF TESLA’S FIRST FULLY AUTONOMOUS MODEL Y DELIVERY Announced by Tesla CEO Elon Musk…
Chinese automaker BYD is set to triple its electric bus and truck production in Europe with a new $94 million facility in Komarom, Hungary, a move that strengthens Hungary’s position as a hub for Chinese electric vehicle (EV) investment. Announced on June 27, 2025, by Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, the plant will increase BYD’s…
Chinese automakers like BYD, Chery, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) are accelerating their push into Africa, leveraging low-cost electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids to tap the continent’s untapped potential. Facing trade barriers in the U.S. and Europe, these companies are eyeing South Africa as a launchpad for a broader African strategy, according to Reuters.…
Despite a sluggish start, electric vehicle (EV) sales are set to gain momentum, driven by falling prices, growing incentives, and a surge in model variety, according to recent industry forecasts. Cox Automotive and J.D. Power highlight a dynamic shift in the EV market, offering hope for enthusiasts and prospective buyers. Current Sales Trends Signal a…
China has tied a tentative deal on minimum import prices for French cognac to progress in negotiations over EU tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), creating a complex trade standoff with significant implications for the EV industry. This development, reported by Reuters, underscores the broader trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels, with EV manufacturers and…
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