Tesla announced significant updates for its Cybercab, including a new 40 kWh battery pack and a liquid silver color. CEO Elon Musk explained that eliminating Cybertruck production lines at Giga Texas will free capacity for Cybercab manufacturing. The updated model will feature engineering efficiencies that reduce cell count while maintaining performance, aiming to improve profitability and support Tesla’s autonomous ride‑hailing strategy. The move underscores Tesla’s shift toward dedicated commercial vehicle production over consumer pickups.

Global plug‑in vehicle registrations rose 3% YoY in September to roughly 2.16 million units, nearly matching the all‑time high of 2.17 million set last December. Battery‑electric sales surged 8% YoY, reaching a record 1.54 million, while plug‑in hybrids fell 9%, dragging overall plug‑in growth to a modest 4% YTD. BEVs captured 23% of September’s market, lifting the 2026 cumulative EV share to 25% (BEVs 18%, PHEVs 7%). Tesla’s Model Y led with 165 000 units, a 17% YoY gain, followed by the [...]

California has long championed hydrogen, subsidizing vehicles, refueling stations and fuel‑cell buses, yet its two largest ports, Los Angeles and Long Beach, have excluded hydrogen from their new deep‑sea shipping fuel roadmap. The Clean Marine Fuel Feasibility Assessment, published in October, evaluated fleet needs, carrier preferences, fuel availability and infrastructure costs, recommending commercial methanol bunkering pilots, continued LNG ship‑to‑ship bunkering, and postponing new fuel terminals until demand materialises. Of 38 shipping lines surveyed, only one expressed any interest in [...]

General Motors marked the 30th anniversary of its EV1 program by showcasing the 1994 Impact concept and highlighting the pioneering technologies it introduced, such as heat‑pump climate control, advanced regenerative braking and fully electronic “by‑wire” controls. Although the EV1 was produced in limited numbers—about 1,000 leased units between 1996 and 2003 before being recalled and crushed—GM argues the model laid groundwork that predates Tesla’s entry in 2003. Senior writer Chris Perkins linked the EV1’s braking architecture to [...]

Tesla is preparing to cease production of the Cybertruck after a costly shortfall that left the project with an estimated $1.9 billion net loss. The company installed tooling for 125,000 units annually but sold only about 70,000 trucks over three years, far below its original target of 250,000 to 500,000 units. Development expenses topped $2 billion, while gross profit from sales reached roughly $100 million. The vehicle also fell short of promised specifications, costing twice the projected price and delivering [...]

Velotric’s GoMad Electric Utility eBike, a versatile model aimed at a broad consumer base, was tested by CleanTechnica. The bike arrives partially assembled and can be fully built with basic tools in 30‑60 minutes, including optional passenger‑kit installation. Its integrated downtube battery, oversized tires, and rear hub motor deliver 750 W continuous (1,300 W peak) power across six pedal‑assist modes, from Eco to Boost. The design incorporates a rear rack that converts into a passenger seat, supporting up to [...]

On November 7, 2026, a Brisbane couple collected their new Tesla Model Y, a 2026‑built Standard Range vehicle they nicknamed “REDD.” The handover took place at a bustling Tesla delivery centre, a stark contrast to the cramped, three‑minute exchanges of seven years earlier. While a line of internal‑combustion cars waited for trade‑in, dozens of Model Ys were being unloaded, and the staff guided the buyers through syncing phones and detailing procedures. The couple reflected on aging bodies, the emotional difficulty [...]