Market Moves and New Models
- Tesla raises Model Y Premium trim prices by $1,000 in the US.
- Volvo opens US order books for the EX60 electric SUV.
- XPENG launches mass-produced robotaxi in China with L4 autonomy.
- Geely Starray EM-i upgraded for Australia with bigger battery and extended range.
- Svolt plans to mass-produce hybrid solid-liquid batteries by September at liquid battery costs.
- Leaked code suggests SpaceX is working on a rugged Starlink Mini.
- Tesla makes sweeping improvements to its Robotaxi program.
- April EV sales reports: Japan, Germany, Vietnam, and China show growth; China’s ICE sales are melting down.
- US unveils major PFAS strategy overhaul with $1bn drinking water funding push.
- Solar generation could exceed coal in ERCOT for the first time in 2026.
- If communities adopt more EVs, cleaner grids will follow.
- Video: Hyundai Elexio review asks ‘Fighting China with China?’.
- At what point does reliability outweigh liability? Discussion on EV safety.
- CATL’s Debrecen factory is reportedly already delayed.
- Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, and Jeep future to be revealed this week; Dodge cements muscle car status.
- A look at the Tesla Semi’s user interface.
- Bike rack convenience for Model 3? User query.
- Alarm chirp issue reported.
- 2027 Bolt RS subscription concept teased.
- Amazon Music integration? Not directly EV-related.
Battery and Tech Breakthroughs
Sales, Grid, and Policy
Reviews and Opinions
Other Industry Updates
Source: eCarsToday.com/ecars-the-latest
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