BMW Says EV Demand Is Rising, Unveils the New Series 7
BMW introduced the all‑new 7 Series at Grand Central Terminal, framing the launch as a global debut that underscores the brand’s most advanced technology and design language. The flagship now offers a diversified powertrain portfolio: a six‑cylinder, a V8, a plug‑in hybrid, and two fully electric versions, with electric models already representing about a quarter of U.S. customers. CEO Sebastian Mackinson highlighted the sleek single‑line front lighting, LED‑chrome accents, and a revamped digital cockpit that will roll out across BMW’s range. He noted the vehicle’s customization depth—over 500 color options and roughly 700 interior‑trim combinations—allowing buyers to tailor every detail. The rollout signals BMW’s bet on a dual‑track strategy, catering to traditional luxury buyers while expanding its EV foothold. Strong demand in China and modest EV interest in the U.S. suggest the 7 Series will remain a key revenue driver amid shifting market dynamics and economic uncertainty.
Rivian CEO Says $45,000 R2 Option Is Coming Next Year
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe told investors that a $45,000 version of the upcoming R2 SUV will roll out next year, even as the company recovered from a tornado that ripped the roof off the south end of its Normal, Illinois...
Why the American EV Dream Is Unraveling
The video examines how the United States’ once‑promising electric‑vehicle boom is collapsing. More than $200 billion has been poured into EV manufacturing projects, largely in Republican‑leaning Southern states, but automakers are now scrapping plants, scaling back output, and laying off workers...
Inside the Effort to Disrupt China’s Grip on EV Batteries | Bloomberg Primer
The Bloomberg Primer explains how China’s early investment in lithium‑ion batteries gave it control over every stage of the supply chain, from mining raw materials to cell assembly, allowing Chinese EVs to undercut global competitors on price. The video highlights...
Three New Lucid Models Are on the Way!
Lucid Motors unveiled three forthcoming models—Cosmos, Earth, and Stay Tuned—aimed at broadening its electric‑vehicle portfolio beyond the flagship Air sedan. The company framed each vehicle around distinct lifestyle archetypes, positioning the Cosmos for "upscale nurturers," the Earth for "trend‑setting achievers,"...
Domestic Production: Automakers' Last Hope Against Tariff Collapse
The New York Auto Show served as a showcase for automakers’ shift toward domestic manufacturing as a hedge against rising tariffs, supply‑chain volatility, and inflation. Executives from Nissan, Toyota and other brands emphasized that building cars where they sell is...
How Strategic Is the Charging on the Strategic Road Network?
The episode examines how electric‑vehicle charging is evolving on England’s Strategic Road Network, zeroing in on the M1 corridor. It contrasts the rapid expansion of ultra‑rapid chargers—particularly Apple Green’s 400 kW units at Leicester Forest East and other Welcome Break sites—with the established...
Did Lucid Motors Pick the Wrong CEO?
Lucid Motors announced Silvio Napoli, a longtime executive from elevator maker Schindler, as its next chief executive officer, replacing interim leader Mark Winterhoff who will stay on as chief operating officer. Analysts question whether Napoli’s experience moving people in elevators translates...
Did Ford's Doug Field Groom His Replacement?
Ford’s electric‑vehicle chief Doug Field may be positioning Alan Clark as his successor, according to Mike the Car Geek. The discussion centers on Ford’s universal EV (UEV) platform and recent leadership signals. Clark now oversees advanced vehicle development and the UEV,...
The Fundamental Building Block for the Next Decade of Energy | DD-On-The-Go
First Phosphate, a junior miner led by John Pasquale, is turning a high‑purity igneous phosphate deposit in Quebec’s Saguenay‑Lac‑Saint‑Jean region into a fully integrated lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) battery supply chain. The company has moved from a blueprint to concrete backing, securing...
The $57 Billion Secret: Why Warranty & Recall Costs Are Exploding
The video highlights a surge in automotive warranty and recall expenditures, which reached $57 billion last year—a 63 % jump from $35 billion a decade ago. Data from 13 publicly traded manufacturers across the U.S., Europe, Japan and China show Volkswagen topping the list...
Kia EV4 Acceleration and Noise Test
The video, sponsored by Enhance Neat and others, pits Kia’s newly released EV4 against its predecessor, the EV3, in a side‑by‑side acceleration and cabin‑noise test. Both vehicles accelerate to 60 mph in roughly 7.5 seconds, a pace the presenter calls “slow for...
Ford's Reorg; The 2026 Arsenal of Democracy ; Geely Takes Aim At Toyota
Ford announced a major reorganization as chief engineer Doug Field departs, signaling a shift in its electric‑vehicle strategy. The U.S. Pentagon reached out to Detroit automakers, expressing interest in leveraging automotive expertise for weapons platforms. Chinese giant Geely unveiled plans...
Ilika Hits Key Manufacturing Milestones as Automotive Partnerships Grow - Part 4
Ilika’s latest update highlights a series of manufacturing milestones as it moves solid‑state battery technology toward commercial scale. The company cites deepening ties with high‑profile OEM Jaguar Land Rover, academic input from Oxford’s Professor Paul Shearing, and a strategic partnership...
Options Corner: UBER Extending Robotaxi Reach
The Options Corner segment dissected Uber’s recent share performance, noting a modest 1.5% decline year‑to‑date while the broader S&P 500 surged roughly 29%. Analysts highlighted that Uber remains entrenched in a downward‑sloping channel, with the price hovering near the channel’s...
Kia EV4 LR Range Test
The video documents a real‑world range and efficiency test of the Kia EV4, the brand’s latest electric crossover, comparing it directly with the earlier EV3 model. Using a 78 kWh usable battery (81 kWh gross) the reviewer recorded a consumption of 207 Wh per...
Walmart EV Charging In New Jersey
Walmart’s Supercenter in Freehold, New Jersey, became the retailer’s first EV charging site north of Arkansas, marking the chain’s initial foray into the Northeast. The location adds to Walmart’s modest network of 31 charging stations, 30 of which have been confined...
How Nissan Plans to Survive the Iran War, Tariffs and EV Uncertainty | WSJ
Nissan’s leadership addressed how the Iran‑related war, rising tariffs and lingering EV uncertainty are reshaping its global outlook. The company highlighted immediate headwinds in the Middle East – disrupted deliveries, higher oil‑driven logistics costs and raw‑material price pressure – while...
IONNA Partners With Circle K To Add More than 350 New Rechargery Sites To Its Network
The video announces IONNA’s strategic partnership with Circle K, which will see more than 350 new rechargery sites installed at the convenience‑store chain’s locations across the United States. Circle K operates over 7,300 stores, making it the second‑largest convenience‑store network in the...
Silvio Napoli on New Role as Lucid CEO
Silvio Napoli, a veteran industrial executive with no automotive pedigree, announced his appointment as chief executive officer of Lucid Group. He described the role as an honor and highlighted Lucid’s recent accolades, including the World Performance Car of the Year...
Are We There Yet? Evaluating the Transition to EVs
Professor Christian Kaps, speaking at the HKS Energy Policy Seminar, examined the progress and challenges of the electric‑vehicle (EV) transition. He framed the discussion around two pillars—vehicle mobility and managed charging—while highlighting the broader renewable surge, especially solar’s thousand‑fold expansion...
EVALANCHE? CHINA'S GRIP TIGHTENS! EV DRIVER'S 'SMUG MODE?'
The Pulse Podcast episode examines two intertwined trends: a short‑term surge in electric‑vehicle sales triggered by the recent oil‑price shock, and the aggressive branding campaigns Chinese automakers are deploying to break into mature markets such as Europe and the UK. Data...
Cybertruck FSD v14.3 First Impressions Drive
The video is a first‑impression drive of the Tesla Cybertruck running Full Self‑Driving version 14.3, highlighting how the new software behaves on a typical Sunday morning route. The narrator notes a larger driver‑monitoring window that triggers an “attention required” alert when...
Canada’s EV Strategy Pivot: From Failure-Ish to Opportunity
The interview with National Observer columnist Max Fawcett examines Canada’s lagging electric‑vehicle adoption—just 3.5% of the national fleet versus roughly 15% in China—and the government’s recent strategic pivot. Earlier federal and provincial subsidies for battery plants in Ontario and...
EV Battery Damage Real World Data
The video examines real‑world electric‑vehicle battery health against laboratory‑derived charging limits. While earlier research, cited by Dr. Don, advised keeping state‑of‑charge (SOC) below 75% to protect chemistry, the presenters analyze field data to test that guidance. By comparing two usage cohorts...
BMW India CEO Hardeep Brar On Electrification To Luxury Trends | World Business Watch | WION
BMW India’s CEO Hardeep Singh Brar outlined the company’s two‑pronged strategy—long‑wheelbase models and aggressive electrification—as the cornerstone of its India playbook. The brand now offers six fully electric models, raising EV share from 21% to 26% of total sales, and recorded...
VW Ends ID4, but Toyota bZ Sales Surge!
The video reports that Volkswagen has officially halted production of the ID.4 for the U.S. market, repurposing its domestic plant for the gasoline‑powered Atlas SUV, while Toyota’s updated bZ4X is rapidly climbing the EV sales ladder. VW’s decision reflects broader cost...
Inside the Hidden #workforce Behind Waymo's #driverless Cars. #Waymo #robotaxi #cars
The video takes viewers inside Waymo’s San Francisco depot, revealing the sizable human workforce that keeps the company’s driverless robotaxis operational. Around 60‑100 employees in yellow vests perform a range of tasks—from charging and vacuuming to detailed interior cleaning. Colored indicator...
New Electric Classic Cars
The episode introduces Electric Classic Cars’ new electric‑classic concept line, built on a modular skateboard chassis that fits iconic bodies while delivering modern electric‑vehicle performance. Sponsored by Mouser Electronics and Texas Instruments, the company showcases two platforms: a 300‑horsepower rear‑wheel‑drive...
Tesla FSD 14.3 Update - Worth The Hype?
The video reviews Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving (FSD) software version 14.3, highlighting the latest feature set, performance metrics, and real‑world testing results. It walks viewers through upgraded city navigation, enhanced lane‑change logic, and new stop‑sign and yield‑sign handling. The host compares...
The SDV Conundrum: How To Catch Up With China - AAH 786
The Autoline After Hours discussion focused on software‑defined vehicles (SDVs) and highlighted a new Alex Partners study showing Chinese automakers sprinting ahead of their Western counterparts. The panel defined SDVs as vehicles whose functions can be updated long after...
From DARPA to Robotaxis to Warehouses — The Full Arc of Autonomy
The MIT Mobility Forum featured Karl Iagnemma, a rare figure who has traversed the entire autonomy spectrum—from MIT research labs and DARPA challenges to founding Nutonomy, steering the Aptiv‑Hyundai joint venture Motional, and now leading Vecna Robotics. Iagnemma recounted the...
Nano One Materials Corp. & Worley | Webinar Replay
The Redcloud Financial webinar focused on the urgent need to build lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) battery material supply chains outside of China. Nano One Materials Corp. and engineering giant Worley outlined how their alliance could deliver cost‑effective, locally sourced LFP production at...
Is Now (Finally) the Time to Buy an Electric Vehicle?
The Fin podcast examines whether current market conditions make EVs the smarter purchase for Australians, citing the war‑driven fuel price spike and the Albanese government’s temporary fuel‑excise cut as catalysts. EV registrations surged to a March record, representing almost 15 % of...
Battery Life... The Real Data
The video presents Geotab’s latest analysis of electric‑vehicle battery health, covering more than 22,700 EVs across 21 models. Charlotte Argu explains how the company uses telematics to calculate state‑of‑health from real‑world charging and driving events, rather than relying on manufacturer‑reported...
Here's Why some #experts Think Tesla's Full Self-Driving Isn't Safe. #Tesla #FSD #selfdriving #cars
The video examines Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving (FSD) strategy, which relies exclusively on eight discreet cameras and eschews lidar, radar and other sensors that competitors employ. Proponents highlight the cost savings of a camera‑only stack, noting Musk’s claim that lidar is a...
How ‘Pump Anxiety’ Is Prompting a Surge in EV Interest | FT #shorts
The FT short explains how “pump anxiety” – fear of rising gasoline costs triggered by the Israel‑Hamas conflict and broader Middle‑East war – is converting into a measurable surge in electric‑vehicle interest across Europe. Data from a leading EV retailer shows...
Is It the Best Time Ever to Buy a Used EV?
The video highlights a rare pricing convergence: used electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States are now selling for roughly the same amount—or even less—than comparable used gasoline cars, typically just above $30,000. While new EVs continue to command a...
EXPOSED: The Truth About Real-World Range!
The video examines the gap between manufacturers’ advertised electric‑vehicle ranges and the distances drivers actually achieve in practice. By extracting each car’s average energy consumption from its onboard computer and multiplying by battery capacity, the presenter derives a “real‑world” range...
The Audi Concept C Is Coming.. As an EV!
Audi has officially confirmed it will move forward with the Concept C, an electric sports car intended to replace the TT, even as Porsche appears unlikely to produce its own version. The vehicle will be built on the electric Cayman platform...
Kia EV3 Is Coming To America! My First Look
Kia unveiled the EV3, a compact electric crossover, at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, confirming a U.S. launch as a 2027 model year. The prototype, already on sale in the U.K., signals Kia’s push to replace the aging...
EVED Confusion Deters Movers
The UK government is preparing to introduce a 3‑pence‑per‑mile electric vehicle excise duty (eVED), a mileage‑based tax aimed at EV owners. Critics argue the levy arrives amid strong incentives for electric adoption, creating a contradictory policy mix. The proposal’s timing...
Proposed Hybrid & EV Tax Wouldn't Be Fair
The video examines a pending congressional proposal to levy a $250 flat annual fee on battery‑electric vehicles and a $100 charge on hybrids, ostensibly to compensate for the loss of fuel‑tax revenue used for road upkeep. It also highlights the...
TEN 576 | Subaru Getaway, Toyota BZ Soars & Tesla Promotes FSD For Drivers With Vision Loss
The latest episode of Transport Evolved News covered a whirlwind of developments across the electric‑vehicle landscape, from Subaru’s flagship Getaway SUV debut at the New York Auto Show to Toyota’s surprising surge in BZ sales, and from Polestar’s balance‑sheet overhaul...
Alpitronic Shows Off Its Megawatt HYC1000 EV Charger At EVCS 2026
At the 2026 EV Charging Summit in Las Vegas, Alpitronic Americas unveiled its next‑generation megawatt charger, the HYC1000, positioning it as a complement to the company’s existing 400 kW HYC400 model. The HYC1000 separates power electronics into a dedicated cabinet roughly the...
4x4 Electric Chassis Swap
The video follows Electric Classic Cars as they remove a Land Rover Defender body and install it onto a purpose‑built 4x4 electric skateboard chassis. Host Richard walks viewers through the heavy‑lifting process, the bolt‑out sequence, and the final placement of...
Are We at an EV Tipping Point?
The video examines whether the North‑American electric‑vehicle market has reached a tipping point, using Canada as a case study and insights from EV‑charging expert Brody Hodgson. It frames the discussion around three pillars—policy support, total‑cost‑of‑ownership parity, and expanding model availability—while...
Finally! An Affordable Electric Car We Actually Want
Renault has revived its iconic 1992 Twingo as a fully electric city car, promising a sub‑£20,000 price tag and targeting European drivers who want a fun, affordable alternative to larger EVs. The new Twingo packs a 27.5 kWh LFP battery with cell‑to‑pack...
IONNA Hits 100 ✅ | Tesla All in on V4 🔴 | SureCharge Energizes Alberta - Weekly 1.21⚡EV Infra News
The weekly Plug and Play V video recaps the latest EV‑charging infrastructure moves across the United States and Canada, highlighting Tesla’s shift to exclusive V4 Supercharger cabinet production, EVgo’s 100‑site milestone, and a surge in both Level‑2 and DC fast‑charging deployments. Tesla’s...