Tesla is asked to delay Robotaxi launch in Austin by Texas lawmakers

Texas lawmakers have officially requested that Tesla delay its planned Robotaxi launch in Austin by a few months due to a new law being implemented.

It’s a Godsend for Elon Musk.

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Zero announces its new low-cost electric motorcycles have begun production

Zero Motorcycles announced this week that production of its new XE and XB electric motorcycles is now officially underway, with the first units set to begin shipping soon. The milestone marks a major step forward in Zero’s plan to expand beyond its high-performance electric motorcycles and tap into the growing market for more affordable EVs on two wheels.

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Tesla hacker reveals a new Model Y with 6 seats is in the works

A Tesla hacker has revealed that through a new software update, the automaker is working on a new Model Y with a 6-seat configuration.

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The 2026 Chevy Silverado EV is here and it’s a long-range powerhouse

The 2026 Chevy Silverado EV has officially arrived. With a range of up to 493 miles, the electric pickup is built for the long haul. It can tow up to 12,500 lbs, sprint from 0 to 60 mph in under 4.5 seconds, and now features a rugged new Trail Boss trim with 775 hp and more off-road capability than ever.

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Switzerland killed study proving upgrading to an electric car is good for the environment

In a concerning series of poor decisions, Switzerland’s Federal Office of Energy (SFOE) decided to bury a study it had ordered and paid $120,000 for, as it confirmed that upgrading an internal combustion engine (ICE) car to an electric vehicle is beneficial for the environment.

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Tesla manager fired for sounding the alarm explains why the automaker is screwed

A Tesla manager who was recently fired for warning that CEO Elon Musk was ruining the company, Matthew LaBrot, has given an interview to give more details about the situation and how he doesn’t see Tesla coming out of it.

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New GM patent leaks plans for drone assisted towing

Like manual transmission shifting, the ability back a tow hitch under a trailer coupler seems to be a skill that younger generations have given up on – but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to haul their bikes, boats, or RVs out into the wilderness. Now, a new patent reveals GM’s plans to make hooking a trailer to your vehicle even easier, with a drone.

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Kempower’s 1.2 MW EV charger powers big trucks and cars at the same time

Kempower’s MORE Power fast and flexible charging solution is set to deliver megawatt-level charging to both electric trucks and cars, and it’s shipping from Finland.

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ChargeLab debuts OpenOCPP to make EV charger integration way easier – and it’s free

EV charger operating system manufacturer ChargeLab just launched OpenOCPP, a free and open-source software stack that could majorly simplify life for EV charger manufacturers.

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BYD begins delivering its first luxury electric super sedan just as Ferrari delays a new EV

While Ferrari is pushing back EV plans, BYD is stepping in with its first luxury electric super sedan. BYD kicked off deliveries of the Yangwang U7, a four-motor, flagship electric sedan powerhouse packing nearly 1,300 horsepower.

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