Stellantis, the automotive group that owns Jeep, among other car brands, is recalling over 44,000 plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs worldwide because their high-voltage battery pack may catch fire. The company issued a statement yesterday, saying that a routine review of customer data led to an internal investigation that discovered eight vehicle fires.…

Storck is a bike brand best known for its performance-oriented road and time trial bikes. Like many cycling brands of its caliber, the brand has also ventured into the e-bike space, catering to urban commuters looking for a bike that incorporates some of the brand’s race-derived technology. The new Storck Name:2 aims to tick all…

Tesla has slashed prices of new and low-mileage inventory vehicles by as much as $6,300 in the United States. Most Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X vehicles featured on the website's inventory section get discounted, regardless of the trim level. Bear in mind that some of the advertised cars are demo…

Rivian fans have been waiting a long time for a lease program, and it looks like one is coming after all, albeit only for the R1T initially. As Tesla is getting ready to deliver the first Cybertruck pickup trucks to customers next week, it looks like Rivian is putting the final touches on its…

In Europe and Asia, lots of people are realizing the benefits of electric bicycles when it comes to shuttling around the metropolis. While cargo bikes are cool, practical, and capable, not everyone needs the luggage space they offer. As such, lightweight fitness e-bikes are also very popular thanks to their style, simplicity, and practicality. …

Ford announced it will resume construction on its lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell plant in Marshall, Michigan, but the project will be significantly scaled down. Construction at the site was halted two months ago in the midst of intense contract negotiations with the United Auto Workers (UAW) labor union. Now that the UAW…

Just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Stellantis issued a recall that advises owners of some Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids not to plug in—and tells them not to park the SUV near buildings or other cars. In 32,125 Wrangler 4xe models—certain models from the 2021-2024 model years—a potential battery issue could lead to a…

The Tesla Cybertruck will finally launch in production guise next week on November 30, exactly four years after the original prototype was first shown in public. Tesla will start customer deliveries of its first electric pickup truck next Thursday and will hopefully announce long-awaited details such as battery and drivetrain specifications, performance and range…

Stellantis and battery supplier CATL on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding that could pave the way for more affordable EVs in Europe. The non-binding memorandum outlines the supply of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells and modules by CATL to Stellantis for European production within an unspecific timeframe. The two companies are also considering…

Stellantis and CATL announced the signing of a non-binding, strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the local supply of LFP battery cells and modules. The LFP batteries would be used to power Stellantis’ electric vehicle production in Europe, specifically passenger cars, crossovers, and SUVs in the B and C segments. The two partners…