Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of EVXL.co, where he covers all electric vehicle-related news, covering brands such as Tesla, Ford, GM, BMW, Nissan and others. He fulfills a similar role at the drone news site DroneXL.co. Haye can be reached at haye @ evxl.co or @hayekesteloo.
A dramatic incident unfolded in the Pacific Ocean late Monday when the Morning Midas, a car carrier transporting electric vehicles (EVs), sank after a fire raged on its deck for weeks. The 600-foot-long vessel, which had been adrift since June 3, succumbed to heavy weather and sank approximately 400 miles off the Alaska coast. This…
The 2026 Kia EV4, the brand’s first global electric sedan, is set to challenge the Tesla Model 3 with a compelling mix of range, affordability, and modern design. Priced at approximately $31,000 in Korea, the EV4 offers up to 330 miles of range and hits U.S. shores in early 2026, aiming to make electric vehicles…
On June 19, 2025, over 200 Tesla vehicles, including dozens of Cybertrucks, were removed from Hunter’s Square shopping center in Farmington Hills, Michigan, following a court order citing zoning violations. The decision, reported by Crain’s Detroit Business, highlights tensions between urban planning and the operational needs of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, raising questions about how…
Land Rover is gearing up to disrupt the luxury electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of a rugged, entry-level Defender SUV, blending its iconic off-road heritage with cutting-edge electric technology. According to a recent article from AutoWeek, the British automaker plans to introduce its first fully electric SUV in the near future, targeting a…
On June 22, 2025, Tesla rolled out its robotaxi pilot in Austin, Texas, marking a pivotal step for electric vehicle (EV) autonomy. The limited launch, featuring a dozen autonomous Tesla Model Ys, drew praise from select riders, including investors and influencers, while sparking debate over its cautious approach with safety monitors. This move underscores Tesla’s…
BMW is set to reintroduce range extender technology with the iX5 SUV, a model already in testing and slated for a potential 2026 release, according to a report by Auto News. This move marks a strategic pivot for the German automaker, which previously dismissed the technology’s future in 2019, and reflects growing demand for extended-range…
Honda will unveil its Super EV Concept, a boxy electric minicar, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July 2025, signaling a push into the entry-level EV market to replace the discontinued Honda e, according to Automotive News Europe. This debut comes as Honda faces mounting pressure to meet stricter CO2 regulations in Europe, particularly…
Last month, a dazzling drone display above Rome’s Olympic Stadium unveiled BYD’s Dolphin Surf, signaling the Chinese automaker’s aggressive push into Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market. The glowing orbs formed the car’s silhouette against iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, pitching the hatchback as a modern Fiat 500—affordable, stylish, and electric. With competitive pricing and smart…
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