Electric Car News

Summary GM is recalling 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EVs due to inadequate pedestrian warning system volume Recall affects 7,606 vehicles with incorrect software not meeting federal safety standard Quiet car rules require EVs to emit warning sounds at low speeds, first proposed in 2010 Software update needed for compliance with rules,…

Summary The 2025 Nissan ARIYA offers more than 200 miles of electric range for less than $40,000 The ARIYA starts at a base price of $39,770 with 216 miles of range and wireless phone charging Higher-trim models offer more range, with the Evolve+ FWD model providing 289 miles for $44,370…

Summary Used Tesla Cybertrucks are spending more time on dealer lots before they are sold now compared to earlier in the year The Cybertruck was the best-selling electric pickup and vehicle over $100,000 earlier in the year, but demand is now decreasing Cybertruck prices have dropped recently, with a used…

Summary Electric cars are becoming more common and the number of vehicles needing to be plugged in is increasing Follow proper charging etiquette, such as plugging in when parked in an EV spot After charging, vacate the spot promptly to allow others to charge Be mindful of charging in the…

Summary Tesla Cybertruck and other Tesla models are being recalled due to TPMS light not staying on Total of 694,304 vehicles are affected by this recall Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash Tesla estimates all recalled vehicles have this issue but no collisions, injuries, or…

Summary Over 2 million all-electric vehicles in the US and tens of millions worldwide Roman Nedielka rode an all-electric motorcycle around the world to demonstrate its effectiveness He traveled 26,000 miles on a Zero DSR/X 2023 motorcycle without any major repairs Charged 85% of the time from a regular power…

Summary NHTSA acknowledges recalls can be fixed with over-the-air software updates Tesla initiates recall for non-illuminated tire pressure monitoring system Issue impacts Cybertrucks, Model 3s, and Model Y vehicles NHTSA notes software updates in recall notices No injuries or accidents reported due to the issue Article The National Highway Traffic…

Summary Carlos Ghosn, former Nissan-Renault boss, shares his thoughts on Nissan’s potential merger with Honda Ghosn questions the pragmatism of the merger, stating the lack of synergies between the two companies Nissan and Honda are direct competitors in similar markets and segments, making the merger seem illogical Tesla issues a…

Summary US battery makers concerned about new tariffs on graphite Tennessee to establish domestic supply of synthetic graphite for EV batteries Production of synthetic graphite is energy intensive Chinese dominance in global graphite mining poses a challenge for US NOVONIX setting up large-scale synthetic graphite factory in Tennessee to support…

Summary California-based companies to unveil electric RV prototype at CES 2025 Vehicle designed to provide 400 square feet of living space with off-grid capabilities Built by Hydra Design Labs, a partnership with AC Future Production timeline not yet confirmed by AC Future Other companies also working on electric RV options,…