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Kicking off this week’s Green Deals, we’ve got some exclusive road trip-ready power station deals from Bluetti, like the 3,014Wh Elite 300 Portable Power Station with a dual alternator and solar charger 2 at a new $1,329 low. Up n…
It’s about the same size as a Tesla Model 3, but half the cost. BYD revealed the first images of the new Seal 06 EV ahead of its upcoming launch.
Silicon Valley has spent much of the past week on red alert, digesting the arrival of Moonshot AI's Kimi K3, a Chinese AI model that can allegedly beat some of the best systems built by US companies at a fraction of the cost. Its …
YouTube's ad-free Premium subscription is getting another perk: access to Peacock. In an announcement on Monday, NBCUniversal says the multi-year agreement will allow Premium subscribers to stream Peacock's ad-supported shows, mov…
America’s most affordable 315+ mile range electric vehicle is in line for an update. The next-gen Chevy Equinox EV will reportedly be the first to use GM’s all-new platform.
Amazon filed an FCC application on Saturday to launch a new Leo satellite constellation that will provide direct-to-device satellite service for "voice, messaging, data, and emergency services." If approved, Amazon will begin depl…
Framework laptops always come with compromises in exchange for their unique DIY premise. Even though you pay extra for one compared to sleeker options from competitors, it's easier to excuse minor flaws for modular ports, easy rep…
Today, I’m talking with Evan Smith, who is cofounder and CEO of Altana, a company that develops software tools to manage big, messy supply chain networks around the world. We last had Evan on in early 2025 to talk about how Trump’…
The cost of QD-OLED gaming monitors is going down, even as many other PC components are still soaring above their normal prices. If your budget is locked at $300, Samsung’s 27-inch 1440p model costs exactly that much thanks to a r…
While several automakers step back from EVs, BMW is staying on course with new models and local battery production.
Out of Spec Reviews put a Rivian R2 Performance and a Tesla Model Y Performance on the same roads on the same afternoon. The R2 used 18% to 26% more energy at every single speed they tested. That’s awkward, because the two SUVs ca…
San Diego Comic-Con took place over the weekend, and as per usual it was full of tidbits of news across film, TV, and gaming. Marvel revealed the next Ghost Rider (Ryan Gosling) and Black Panther (David Jonsson), while we also got…
The China-based memory firm ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) had a massive first day on the Shanghai stock exchange after its shares surged 466 percent, as reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal and CNBC. The stock market …
BMW introduced the new iX5 Long Wheelbase in China with a CLTC driving range of over 620 miles (1,000 km) and plenty of digital screens.
Waymo’s robotaxi fleet in Austin has hundreds of self-driving cabs that seem to have a problem parking legally.
Tesla has confidentially settled with three of the five named plaintiffs in the racism lawsuit that has been hanging over its Fremont factory since 2017. That doesn’t end much. Up to 580 Black workers are still suing over conditio…
Across the US, school districts are increasingly finding themselves caught in the middle of an uncomfortable question: Should they embrace e-bikes and e-scooters as tools that give students greater transportation independence, or …
Volvo Car Korea has initiated sales of the new ES90 - the brand's flagship all-electric sedan - in one of its key global markets. It will be offered in South Korea with three powertrain options from a starting price of 72.94 milli…
The African Development Bank has approved a loan of €100 million for the Chinese battery cell manufacturer and Volkswagen partner, Gotion High-Tech. The funds will support the factory Gotion plans to build in Morocco.
Nvidia on Monday said it is joining forces with Microsoft, SpaceX, IBM, and other tech companies to build and share open-source AI security tools. The new Open Secure AI Alliance said open tools are required to effectively defend …
Across New York City, London, and Washington, DC, ads for Meta's smart glasses have been plastered over with satirical posters from activist groups. One guerrilla ad calls these "the biggest advancement in pervert technology since…
At Schwarz Group, employees eligible for company cars will once again have to drive internal combustion engine vehicles. Electric cars are temporarily off the table - at least in Germany . The decision is justified by low residual…
The Australian government is investing AU$30m across 14 projects aimed at making the country's electricity networks smarter and more flexible - with vehicle-to-grid and smart EV charging among the technologies eligible for funding…
Elon Musk says Tesla expects to have self-driving working on the Tesla Semi “probably around the end of this year or early next year.” Going by Tesla’s record on self-driving deadlines, it is: their jobs are safe for a long time.
The Volkswagen Tiguan plug-in hybrid once ruled the charts. Now, it’s not even on the podium.
The Hyundai Motor Group is creating a new offering under the name AllDayEnergy, which bundles services related to smart charging, vehicle-to-grid, and vehicle-to-home technologies. The brand will initially launch with a smart char…
BYD sub-brand Denza has confirmed UK pricing for its flagship Z9 GT. The plug-in hybrid Super DM version comes with a starting price tag of £95,000, while the fully-electric version of the premium EV starts at an eyewatering £105,…
The Rivian R2 and Tesla Model Y have the same official EPA efficiency rating, but the former uses more energy in real-world testing.
The Chinese-spec iX5, as well as its gas-burning sibling, is officially BMW’s longest-wheelbase SUV.
In collaboration with NASA, Beta Technologies, and Boeing, GE Aerospace has conducted the world's first hybrid-electric flight at 30,000 feet (9,144 meters) - becoming the first provider to reach the same altitude as kerosene-powe…
The base version of the electric ID. Polo from Volkswagen is now available for configuration from €24,995. The 85kW variant is called the ID. Polo Trend and comes with a small 37kWh battery for a range of 323km.
Huawei is positioning its Huawei FusionCharge solution as an One-stop PV+ ESS + Charger solution that combines charging, battery storage, solar power and grid connectivity. The company sees particular potential in fleet and depot …
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Kalmar Ottawa has been a leader in diesel-powered yard trucks for decades, but as global logistics fleets move to reduce costs and insulate themselves from volatile diesel prices, the company is making that shift, too – and they’r…
London’s Metropolitan Police have already confiscated more illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in 2026 than during the entirety of last year, as authorities continue an aggressive enforcement campaign targeting illegally modified micro…
Industrial mining giants Fortescue have been leading the charge towards electrifying every aspect of their operations – and last week, the company’s CEO took some time to actually get out and test drive some of the company’s newes…
The electric semi truck market seems to be heating up in Texas, with Wen Han’s upstart Windrose brand set to deploy 10 fully electric Class 8 trucks on the I-35 freight corridor between Dallas and Laredo en route to Mexico (but th…
Increasingly volatile fuel prices are making electric equipment options a need, rather than a want for many fleets, and Avant Tecno is working to meet that need with the new e727 electric wheel loader – the company’s largest offer…
Waymo’s autonomous electric taxis crash 68% less than the average human driver, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, with lower-severity crashes on average as well. But there are some important caveats that lim…
Elon Musk's tunneling startup is reportedly in talks for a major new funding round.
The best seat in Jaguar Land Rover’s newest SUV might not be the one behind the steering wheel! New interior images of the Freelander 8 EREV revealed on Chinese social media show a six-seat, ultra-luxury luxury cabin that looks le…
European defense contractor Saft is set to supply lithium-ion battery systems for the next generation of naval submarines, replacing decades-old lead-acid technology with EV-style packs that promise higher energy density, faster c…
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a new statewide framework for micromobility that could finally bring clearer rules to everything from e-bikes and e-scooters to higher-speed electric motorbikes capable of reaching 30 mph, 4…
People who drive electric cars like the driving feel and comfort more than those who drive gas, diesel, and hybrid vehicles.
The new iX3 can charge at up to 400 kW and has over 400 miles of EPA range, making it a great road-tripping machine.
It took Tesla forever to refresh the Model Y last year. But there have been plenty of subtle changes along the way.
Airbus is working with partners from Europe and the USA on a new electrical energy architecture for future commercial aircraft. The LEIA project aims to test high-voltage systems at the aircraft level and will culminate in a groun…
Laos has largely suspended the import of gasoline and diesel vehicles until the end of 2026. The government aims to accelerate the ramp-up of electromobility, cut fossil fuel reliance, and drive the rollout of charging infrastruct…
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals, we’ve got some exclusive road trip-ready power station deals from Bluetti, like the 3,014Wh Elite 300 Portable Power Station with a dual alternator and solar charger 2 at a new $1,329 low. Up n…
It’s about the same size as a Tesla Model 3, but half the cost. BYD revealed the first images of the new Seal 06 EV ahead of its upcoming launch.
America’s most affordable 315+ mile range electric vehicle is in line for an update. The next-gen Chevy Equinox EV will reportedly be the first to use GM’s all-new platform.
Out of Spec Reviews put a Rivian R2 Performance and a Tesla Model Y Performance on the same roads on the same afternoon. The R2 used 18% to 26% more energy at every single speed they tested. That’s awkward, because the two SUVs ca…
BMW introduced the new iX5 Long Wheelbase in China with a CLTC driving range of over 620 miles (1,000 km) and plenty of digital screens.
Tesla has confidentially settled with three of the five named plaintiffs in the racism lawsuit that has been hanging over its Fremont factory since 2017. That doesn’t end much. Up to 580 Black workers are still suing over conditio…
Across the US, school districts are increasingly finding themselves caught in the middle of an uncomfortable question: Should they embrace e-bikes and e-scooters as tools that give students greater transportation independence, or …
Elon Musk says Tesla expects to have self-driving working on the Tesla Semi “probably around the end of this year or early next year.” Going by Tesla’s record on self-driving deadlines, it is: their jobs are safe for a long time.
Kalmar Ottawa has been a leader in diesel-powered yard trucks for decades, but as global logistics fleets move to reduce costs and insulate themselves from volatile diesel prices, the company is making that shift, too – and they’r…
London’s Metropolitan Police have already confiscated more illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in 2026 than during the entirety of last year, as authorities continue an aggressive enforcement campaign targeting illegally modified micro…
Industrial mining giants Fortescue have been leading the charge towards electrifying every aspect of their operations – and last week, the company’s CEO took some time to actually get out and test drive some of the company’s newes…
The electric semi truck market seems to be heating up in Texas, with Wen Han’s upstart Windrose brand set to deploy 10 fully electric Class 8 trucks on the I-35 freight corridor between Dallas and Laredo en route to Mexico (but th…
Increasingly volatile fuel prices are making electric equipment options a need, rather than a want for many fleets, and Avant Tecno is working to meet that need with the new e727 electric wheel loader – the company’s largest offer…
Waymo’s autonomous electric taxis crash 68% less than the average human driver, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, with lower-severity crashes on average as well. But there are some important caveats that lim…
The best seat in Jaguar Land Rover’s newest SUV might not be the one behind the steering wheel! New interior images of the Freelander 8 EREV revealed on Chinese social media show a six-seat, ultra-luxury luxury cabin that looks le…
European defense contractor Saft is set to supply lithium-ion battery systems for the next generation of naval submarines, replacing decades-old lead-acid technology with EV-style packs that promise higher energy density, faster c…
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a new statewide framework for micromobility that could finally bring clearer rules to everything from e-bikes and e-scooters to higher-speed electric motorbikes capable of reaching 30 mph, 4…
Elon Musk says Tesla plans to “open source” the Model S and Model X, and he’s pointing to the original Roadster as the template. The problem is Tesla’s Roadster release amounted to eight files on GitHub plus five document packages…
One of North America’s biggest coal-site solar projects is now under construction in Texas – but the coal plant next door isn’t going anywhere. Here’s why.
Audi is bringing back the A2 as an affordable electric car, and it could have one big advantage over the competition. Ahead of its official debut, the EV was spotted with minimal disguise as new details reveal it will deliver more…
It took Tesla forever to refresh the Model Y last year. But there have been plenty of subtle changes along the way.
People who drive electric cars like the driving feel and comfort more than those who drive gas, diesel, and hybrid vehicles.
While several automakers step back from EVs, BMW is staying on course with new models and local battery production.
Waymo’s robotaxi fleet in Austin has hundreds of self-driving cabs that seem to have a problem parking legally.
The Volkswagen Tiguan plug-in hybrid once ruled the charts. Now, it’s not even on the podium.
The Rivian R2 and Tesla Model Y have the same official EPA efficiency rating, but the former uses more energy in real-world testing.
The Chinese-spec iX5, as well as its gas-burning sibling, is officially BMW’s longest-wheelbase SUV.
The new iX3 can charge at up to 400 kW and has over 400 miles of EPA range, making it a great road-tripping machine.
NHTSA said it would start working on rules around interior door releases in all vehicles.
On this week's Plugged-In Podcast, we talk used EV prices, Mack's new Chevy Blazer EV, and the end of the Honda Prologue.
AI data centers are straining the grid. EVs can help mitigate that load.
The company added 200,000 Full Self-Driving subscribers last quarter.
Rivian went to impressive lengths to completely re-engineer the R2's battery and suspension to make the cheaper R2 as good as the R1.
The self-driving big rig startup claims its Aurora Driver 2 suite cuts hardware costs in half.
The German group’s Electric Urban Car Family is “significantly exceeding expectations.”
The list of paused, canceled, or delayed EVs keeps growing as car companies adjust to last year's policy whiplash.
Everyone is charmed by the Hyundai Ioniq 5. I actually think the three-row Ioniq 9 is Hyundai's best EV.
The Senate has moved forward legislation that would ban automakers with too much Chinese ownership.
Apple Maps in Ford's upcoming $30,000 electric truck will help with route planning and provide directions to Blue Cruise.
The American-made Getaway three-row SUV was supposed to go into production by the end of the year.
Silicon Valley has spent much of the past week on red alert, digesting the arrival of Moonshot AI's Kimi K3, a Chinese AI model that can allegedly beat some of the best systems built by US companies at a fraction of the cost. Its …
YouTube's ad-free Premium subscription is getting another perk: access to Peacock. In an announcement on Monday, NBCUniversal says the multi-year agreement will allow Premium subscribers to stream Peacock's ad-supported shows, mov…
Amazon filed an FCC application on Saturday to launch a new Leo satellite constellation that will provide direct-to-device satellite service for "voice, messaging, data, and emergency services." If approved, Amazon will begin depl…
Framework laptops always come with compromises in exchange for their unique DIY premise. Even though you pay extra for one compared to sleeker options from competitors, it's easier to excuse minor flaws for modular ports, easy rep…
Today, I’m talking with Evan Smith, who is cofounder and CEO of Altana, a company that develops software tools to manage big, messy supply chain networks around the world. We last had Evan on in early 2025 to talk about how Trump’…
The cost of QD-OLED gaming monitors is going down, even as many other PC components are still soaring above their normal prices. If your budget is locked at $300, Samsung’s 27-inch 1440p model costs exactly that much thanks to a r…
San Diego Comic-Con took place over the weekend, and as per usual it was full of tidbits of news across film, TV, and gaming. Marvel revealed the next Ghost Rider (Ryan Gosling) and Black Panther (David Jonsson), while we also got…
The China-based memory firm ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) had a massive first day on the Shanghai stock exchange after its shares surged 466 percent, as reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal and CNBC. The stock market …
Nvidia on Monday said it is joining forces with Microsoft, SpaceX, IBM, and other tech companies to build and share open-source AI security tools. The new Open Secure AI Alliance said open tools are required to effectively defend …
Across New York City, London, and Washington, DC, ads for Meta's smart glasses have been plastered over with satirical posters from activist groups. One guerrilla ad calls these "the biggest advancement in pervert technology since…
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Elon Musk's tunneling startup is reportedly in talks for a major new funding round.
The company ticked off a few more boxes on the second Starship V3 flight, but appears to have had another issue relighting the booster's rocket engines.
The contract between the two companies ends in May 2028, Uber told TechCrunch.
The indictment, which was unsealed Friday, alleges the Volkswagen engineers used confidential insider information to buy stock in Rivian.
The automaker joins a long line of companies seeking such refunds. In April, Rivian CFO Claire McDonough said she expected the company stood to reap a refund in the "tens of millions of dollars."
Chinese AI lab Moonshot’s open model Kimi went viral this week for reasons that had less to do with the model itself and more to do with how the U.S. AI industry reacted to it. Meanwhile, an unreleased OpenAI model wandered outsid…
Shashua has been invited to take the chairman of the board seat.
The new rule-making process follows a series of incidents, including fatal ones, in which people have become stuck inside cars.
The number of paid robotaxi miles traveled fell 36% in the second quarter, despite expanding to new cities, according to Tesla's own figures.
Ford is the first automaker to use a new set of developer tools that will let it embed Apple Maps navigation and mapping directly into its vehicles' infotainment systems.
Tesla's 26% boost in revenue wasn't enough to offset rising operating expenses and capital expenditures as it pushes to launch a new generation of products.
Uber is also investing in Travis Kalanick's company Atoms, which has made gauzy claims about using industrial AI to modernize the world.
WhatsApp on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will let users hear and reply to messages, make calls, view their call history, and access favorite contacts hands-free and right from their car's screen.
Sila's fresh $300 million round will help it make enough of its silicon-carbon anode material to power more than 100,000 EVs.
The acquisition — Einride's first as a publicly traded company — will expand its EV-charging ecosystem as it works to scale its electric trucking business.
The company didn't say how many are in each city and has taken a far more cautious approach to scaling the network than CEO Elon Musk had promised.
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
This isn’t the first time power outages have caused issues for Waymo.
Th Honda Prologue will no longer be sold in the U.S., joining a growing list of EV models to exit the market this year.
Q2 2026 was profitable, but barely.
The Range Rover GT will debut as an EV with a hybrid version to follow.
Automakers love connected vehicles, but support isn't open-ended.
It starts at just under $25,000, but the hybrid won't arrive until next year.
Many will say Spa is the best racetrack on earth, but not for these F1 cars.
Quick, comfortable, roomy, and agile for a large electric SUV.
Toyota's everyday small SUV should rarely require trips to the gas station.
There's a separate $1,750 rebate for used EVs, but both rebates have a price cap.
VW's plan calls for half as many models but didn't mention closures or job cuts.
Now it's an arms race between OEMs locking down chips and tuners trying to crack them.
The 4.8 L eight-cylinder generates more than 1,000 hp and 1,000 Nm, Ruf says.
State agency's delay could mean free robotaxi rides in company’s new Ojai vehicle for a few months.
The robotaxi stopped, called 911, and waited for the San Mateo Police to show up.
The T70S can be eligible for racing events or built to be road-legal.
Sometimes races finish behind a safety car, but it's not always satisfying.
The new model will be officially unveiled in late September.
This hybrid V8 has organic-looking 3D-printed components and shatters lap records.
Deliveries outstripped production, suggesting Tesla has cleared some inventory.
Tariffs and anti-China policies killed this little Volvo in the United States.
Much of it comes from heavy-duty trucks and buses that burn diesel.
Volvo Car Korea has initiated sales of the new ES90 - the brand's flagship all-electric sedan - in one of its key global markets. It will be offered in South Korea with three powertrain options from a starting price of 72.94 milli…
The African Development Bank has approved a loan of €100 million for the Chinese battery cell manufacturer and Volkswagen partner, Gotion High-Tech. The funds will support the factory Gotion plans to build in Morocco.
At Schwarz Group, employees eligible for company cars will once again have to drive internal combustion engine vehicles. Electric cars are temporarily off the table - at least in Germany . The decision is justified by low residual…
The Australian government is investing AU$30m across 14 projects aimed at making the country's electricity networks smarter and more flexible - with vehicle-to-grid and smart EV charging among the technologies eligible for funding…
The Hyundai Motor Group is creating a new offering under the name AllDayEnergy, which bundles services related to smart charging, vehicle-to-grid, and vehicle-to-home technologies. The brand will initially launch with a smart char…
BYD sub-brand Denza has confirmed UK pricing for its flagship Z9 GT. The plug-in hybrid Super DM version comes with a starting price tag of £95,000, while the fully-electric version of the premium EV starts at an eyewatering £105,…
In collaboration with NASA, Beta Technologies, and Boeing, GE Aerospace has conducted the world's first hybrid-electric flight at 30,000 feet (9,144 meters) - becoming the first provider to reach the same altitude as kerosene-powe…
The base version of the electric ID. Polo from Volkswagen is now available for configuration from €24,995. The 85kW variant is called the ID. Polo Trend and comes with a small 37kWh battery for a range of 323km.
Huawei is positioning its Huawei FusionCharge solution as an One-stop PV+ ESS + Charger solution that combines charging, battery storage, solar power and grid connectivity. The company sees particular potential in fleet and depot …
Airbus is working with partners from Europe and the USA on a new electrical energy architecture for future commercial aircraft. The LEIA project aims to test high-voltage systems at the aircraft level and will culminate in a groun…
Laos has largely suspended the import of gasoline and diesel vehicles until the end of 2026. The government aims to accelerate the ramp-up of electromobility, cut fossil fuel reliance, and drive the rollout of charging infrastruct…
The Upper Silesian-Zagłębie Metropolis (GZM) has completed the delivery of 73 battery-electric buses and 45 chargers. The fleet, supplied by Solaris and Irizar, will enter service with four operators as part of a PLN 305 million f…
BMW has reduced UK prices for selected iX1 and iX2 variants, making them eligible for the government's Electric Car Grant (ECG). The move makes BMW the first premium German brand to qualify for the scheme's highest funding band.
The Scottish Government has announced almost £2 million in new funding to help the country's haulage sector prepare for electrification. The package combines £1 million for small- and medium-sized fleet transition planning, plus a…
Ford and Geely plan to establish a joint production company for the European market. From 2028, the partners intend to manufacture new models from both brands at Ford's Valencia plant in Spain.
BMW will manufacture the Neue Klasse i3 and iX3 at its San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico from 2027. At the same time, the company is building a dedicated assembly facility for its sixth-generation high-voltage batteries at the site.…
Thailand is considering a subsidy program worth the equivalent of around $714 million US dollars to replace up to 80,000 older vehicles with EVs. A broader promotion of EV purchases is also being examined.
Loganair is set to order five all-electric ALIA CX300 aircraft from BETA Technologies and has secured options for five more. UK regional deployment is planned from 2029.
Aurora Innovation has started deploying its second-generation driverless trucks in the United States. The company plans to roll out the new vehicles across its commercial network, which currently comprises ten autonomous freight r…
A research team from Ruhr-Universität Bochum, the Helmholtz Institute Ulm, and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has experimentally confirmed a previously only suspected aging mechanism of lithium-metal batteries. Accord…
