Uber goes electric in London, Lyft advances robotaxi plans
Global rideshare giants Lyft and Uber both announce plans to accelerate their electric mobility efforts.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
Smartphone maker Xiaomi makes $13 billion leap into electric cars
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi follows trend of tech giants sliding sideways into the rapidly transforming auto market.
Lexus unveils electric concept car with Tesla-like yoke steering wheel
Toyota's luxury brand Lexus unveils concept vehicle with yoke steering wheel that echoes Tesla's refreshed Model S.
Mini Electric Pacesetter chosen as official Formula E safety car
Iconic British automaker Mini is celebrating this week after its newly unveiled Mini Electric Pacesetter was announced as the new safety car for the ABB FIA Formula E race series.
First VW ID.4 electric SUVs delivered in Germany
First deliveries of Volkswagen’s long-awaited ID.4 electric SUV took place last week ahead of plans to deliver approximately 150,000 ID.4s globally by end of 2021.
Jeep announces 4xe Charging Network for EV off-roading
Iconic 4X4 brand Jeep announces Jeep 4xe Charging Network, an electric vehicle charging network designed specifically for electric off-roading.
Mercedes-Benz debuts flagship all-electric EQS high-tech interior
Mercedes-Benz releases details of EQS electric sedan interior design ahead of its April 15 reveal.
Plugged In: EV errors, fuel cells are go, and new Kona EV spotted
This week's local EV news: Energy department admits EV errors, fuel cells are go, new Kona EV spotted, EQA pricing and Tritium expands US and Europe footprint.
Tesla gets ready to add new Model Y version after certifying Long Range RWD
Tesla could be adding the Long Range Model Y rear-wheel-drive to its electric offerings following certification with California air board.
Nio has now done two million electric car battery swaps
Chinese EV maker Nio completes two millionth battery swap, powering almost 400 million kilometres of emissions-free driving from its battery swap stations.