Autonomous semi truck brand Einride set to go public in $1.8B SPAC deal

Electric logistics company Einride is set to go public through a SPAC merger deal with blank-check firm Legato Merger Corp. that values the Swedish brand at a staggering $1.8 billion. (!)

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BYD undercuts every EV in Australia with the Atto 1, now the cheapest new model

BYD is bringing its most affordable EV to the Land Down Under. The Atto 1 arrives as Australia’s cheapest new EV, just as BYD is finding its footing.

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Tesla is working on Apple CarPlay integration, report says

Tesla is working on Apple CarPlay integration inside its electric vehicles, according to a new report.

If it does happen, it would mark a major reversal of Tesla’s in-car infotainment strategy.

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Tesla recalls over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires

Tesla is now officially recalling over 10,000 Powerwalls in the US after several fires – it follows a recall in Australia earlier this year.

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Lucid expands EV rentals overseas with the Gravity SUV on the way

Lucid Motors (LCID) is expanding its EV rental business overseas thanks to a new deal with Sixt in Saudi Arabia.

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ChargePoint just gave its EV charging software a major AI upgrade

ChargePoint just rolled out a huge AI update to its EV charger software, and it’s a big deal for anyone managing EV chargers, whether it’s a handful of stations or a sprawling network.

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Tern launches next-gen Vektron folding e-bike in the US – now with belt drive

Tern’s popular Vektron folding e-bike just got a big upgrade for the US market. The urban mobility brand has announced the launch of the fourth-generation Vektron, now available in two models, including a long-awaited belt-drive option that promises lower maintenance and a cleaner ride.

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The new 2026 Lexus ES is an upgrade in just about every way [Video]

Lexus claims the new ES “takes sedan styling, luxury, and refinement to a higher level” with a complete redesign. With the 2026 ES arriving soon, Lexus offered a closer look at the upgrades inside and out.

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Peak Energy’s $500M deal will deploy the world’s largest sodium-ion battery system

Burlingame, California-based Peak Energy just scored a huge win for sodium-ion batteries. The company announced a multi-year deal with utility-scale battery storage developer Jupiter Power to supply up to 4.75 GWh of sodium-ion battery systems between 2027 and 2030.

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The Cadillac Lyriq just got a lot more affordable after lease prices drop by $115 a month

Cadillac’s luxury electric SUV is suddenly pretty affordable. The Cadillac Lyriq saw the biggest price drops this fall, with lease prices down $115 a month since October.

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