Electric Vehicles Archives

Waymo Expands Autonomous Vehicle Testing to Philadelphia and New York City

By Mishika on July 8, 2025 in Capsules, Google, Transport, Uncategorized

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., has announced the launch of two “road trips” to Philadelphia and New York City, signaling its interest in expanding its autonomous vehicle testing to Northeastern cities. These road trips are part of Waymo’s strategy to map out new cities and improve its autonomous driving system. Waymo’s road trips typically involve sending a small fleet of human-driven vehicles equipped with its autonomous driving system to map out the new city. The company[…]

The State of Electric Vehicle Sales and Rivian’s Latest Funding Boost

By Shubham on July 5, 2025 in Transport, Uncategorized

The electric vehicle (EV) industry has been gaining momentum, with sales figures reaching new heights. According to recent reports, 72.2 million people in the US are expected to travel at least 50 miles or more during the 4th of July holiday, highlighting the growing demand for sustainable transportation options. In the wake of this trend, Rivian, a leading EV manufacturer, has secured a significant funding boost from Volkswagen (VW). The latest investment of $1 billion brings VW’s[…]

The Leapmotor C10 REEV: A Versatile and Family-Friendly Electric SUV

By Priyanka on July 4, 2025 in Transport, Uncategorized

The Leapmotor C10 REEV Ultra Hybrid offers a clever middle ground for consumers who want the benefits of electric vehicles for city drives, but also require the reassurance of a petrol engine for long-distance road trips. At the heart of the C10 REEV is its range-extender electric powertrain. Unlike conventional hybrids, the petrol engine in the C10 never directly powers the wheels. Instead, a 1.5-litre petrol engine/generator keeps the 28.4kWh battery topped up when needed. This means[…]

Slate Auto Retreats on “Under $20,000” Pricing for Electric Pickup Truck Following Federal EV Tax Credit Phase-Out

By Tripti Gupta on in Capsules, Transport, Uncategorized

Slate Auto, an electric vehicle startup backed by Jeff Bezos, has dropped its promise to offer its upcoming pickup truck for “under $20,000” in the wake of the Trump administration’s tax cut bill. The bill, set to be signed into law, will eliminate the federal EV tax credit of $7,500 in September, an incentive that Slate had factored into its pricing strategy. When Slate emerged from stealth mode in April, the company heavily emphasized that its all-electric[…]

Tesla Teams Up with Electrify Expo for Weekend-Long EV Test Drive Program

By Divya Arora on June 20, 2025 in Capsules, Tesla, Transport

Electrify Expo, a leader in electric vehicle education through its U.S.-based festivals, is introducing a new initiative allowing attendees to take an EV home for an entire weekend. Tesla is the first automaker to join the program, with Electrify Expo CEO BJ Birtwell hinting at more brands joining soon. “This program gives our attendees a relaxed, no-pressure way to experience an electric vehicle in their daily lives—running errands, testing its fit—to see if it’s right for them,”[…]