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It's hot here in hashtag#Guangzhou - and it's about to get even hotter... The 2025 hashtag#XPENG AI Day is about to kick off! Get ready for a revolution - and I mean it, I'm here and honestly, we have a major shift coming... watch it live here: lnkd.in/dpR4wRfi
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XPENG 2025 AI Day: Emergence
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November 5, 2025 at 7:05 AM
It's hot here in hashtag#Guangzhou - and it's about to get even hotter... The 2025 hashtag#XPENG AI Day is about to kick off! Get ready for a revolution - and I mean it, I'm here and honestly, we have a major shift coming... watch it live here: lnkd.in/dpR4wRfi
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Brits Built a 2,000-Pound Electric Car in Six Months. With What, Sticky Tape?
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November 4, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Brits Built a 2,000-Pound Electric Car in Six Months. With What, Sticky Tape?
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It's happening. The future of mobility is taking a huge leap in China.
Chinese company Aridge (formerly XPeng AeroHT) has just rolled out the very first "Land Aircraft Carrier" from its newly completed mass-production line.
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Chinese company Aridge (formerly XPeng AeroHT) has just rolled out the very first "Land Aircraft Carrier" from its newly completed mass-production line.
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November 3, 2025 at 6:56 PM
It's happening. The future of mobility is taking a huge leap in China.
Chinese company Aridge (formerly XPeng AeroHT) has just rolled out the very first "Land Aircraft Carrier" from its newly completed mass-production line.
www.msn.com/en-us/travel...
Chinese company Aridge (formerly XPeng AeroHT) has just rolled out the very first "Land Aircraft Carrier" from its newly completed mass-production line.
www.msn.com/en-us/travel...
Ultraviolette is bringing its F77 electric bikes to Spain and Portugal, promising a 143-mile range. They’re not superbikes, just sensible, stylish commuters. If the price is right, they might just conquer Europe, one quiet city block at a time.
Ultraviolette F77 Review: Indian EV Motorcycle Targets Europe with 143-Mile Range — Captain Electro
India's Ultraviolette is expanding into Europe with the F77 Mach 2 and SuperStreet electric motorcycles. With a 143-mile urban range and 40 hp, are these the ultimate EV commuters?
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October 24, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Ultraviolette is bringing its F77 electric bikes to Spain and Portugal, promising a 143-mile range. They’re not superbikes, just sensible, stylish commuters. If the price is right, they might just conquer Europe, one quiet city block at a time.
Nissan slapped a slide-out solar panel on its tiny Sakura EV. It looks like a graduation cap, adds about 5 miles of "free" range a day, and doubles as a sunshade. It's weird, it's smart, and it might mean you almost never plug in.
Nissan Sakura EV Prototype: A Solar-Powered Car You Might Never Need to Plug In — Captain Electro
Nissan’s new Sakura EV prototype features the "Ao-Solar Extender," a roof-mounted solar panel that extends to charge the battery. Get the details on this clever (and quirky) new tech that could add 1,...
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October 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Nissan slapped a slide-out solar panel on its tiny Sakura EV. It looks like a graduation cap, adds about 5 miles of "free" range a day, and doubles as a sunshade. It's weird, it's smart, and it might mean you almost never plug in.
The Chinese are at it again! Yangwang’s U9 Xtreme, a 3,000-hp electric beast, just did the impossible. It smashed the Nürburgring record with a sub-seven-minute lap, proving it’s not just fast in a straight line—it can actually 'turn'.
Yangwang U9 Xtreme Destroys Nürburgring EV Record Under 7 Minutes — Captain Electro
The 3,000-hp Yangwang U9 Xtreme just became the fastest production EV around the Nürburgring, lapping the "Green Hell" in a stunning 6:59.157. Read the full story on this record-breaking electric hype...
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October 22, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The Chinese are at it again! Yangwang’s U9 Xtreme, a 3,000-hp electric beast, just did the impossible. It smashed the Nürburgring record with a sub-seven-minute lap, proving it’s not just fast in a straight line—it can actually 'turn'.
EHang’s new VT35 is a $910,000, two-seat electric drone that wants to be your next taxi. It's got nine propellers, a 124-mile range, and, most terrifyingly, no pilot. What could possibly go wrong?
EHang VT35 Review: The $910,000 Pilotless Electric Flying Taxi Has Arrived — Captain Electro
EHang just launched the VT35, a long-range, two-seat, pilotless eVTOL. With a 124-mile range and a $910k price tag, is this the future of intercity travel?
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October 22, 2025 at 2:55 PM
EHang’s new VT35 is a $910,000, two-seat electric drone that wants to be your next taxi. It's got nine propellers, a 124-mile range, and, most terrifyingly, no pilot. What could possibly go wrong?
Lucid has hired basketball giants Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to promote their new Gravity SUV. They're telling us everyone is "driven" and "compromises nothing." They've compromised on telling us the price, the range, the power, or anything about it.
Lucid Gravity SUV Taps NBA Stars, But Forgets to Include Specs — Captain Electro
Lucid's new marketing campaign for the Gravity SUV features NBA stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart - a skeptical look at the all-sizzle, no-steak announcement.
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October 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Lucid has hired basketball giants Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to promote their new Gravity SUV. They're telling us everyone is "driven" and "compromises nothing." They've compromised on telling us the price, the range, the power, or anything about it.
Porsche's new Macan GTS Electric has 563 horsepower and hits 62 mph in 3.6 seconds. It's an SUV, but it has a special suspension and a limited-slip diff. Is this the first electric family car that's not... completely boring?
2026 Porsche Macan GTS Electric Review: The Shockingly Fun SUV? — Captain Electro
It's electric, it's an SUV, but it's also a Porsche GTS. With 563 hp, 0-62 in 3.6s, and a driver-focused chassis, the 2026 Macan GTS Electric might just be the EV for enthusiasts. Full specs, price, a...
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October 22, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Porsche's new Macan GTS Electric has 563 horsepower and hits 62 mph in 3.6 seconds. It's an SUV, but it has a special suspension and a limited-slip diff. Is this the first electric family car that's not... completely boring?
Ford slaps "California Special" stickers on its electric SUV. For $55,890, you get 480 horsepower, 700 lb-ft of torque, and enough "Rave Blue" to host a '90s nightclub. It’s heritage, apparently. And I’m skeptical, but amused.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT California Special Review: All Show or All Go? — Captain Electro
Is the 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT California Special worth the price? We review the specs, 480 hp, 700 lb-ft torque, 280-mile range, and new "Rave Blue" design.
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October 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Ford slaps "California Special" stickers on its electric SUV. For $55,890, you get 480 horsepower, 700 lb-ft of torque, and enough "Rave Blue" to host a '90s nightclub. It’s heritage, apparently. And I’m skeptical, but amused.
Another electric start-up? Oh, joy… This German firm, DeepDrive, is reinventing the actual wheel with a 1,475 lb-ft in-wheel motor. And... it might not be complete rubbish. I’m genuinely, annoyingly intrigued. Here’s why.
Deepdrive's 1,475 lb-ft In-Wheel Motor: The 20% EV Efficiency Revolution? — Captain Electro
A skeptical (but hopeful) look at Deepdrive's new in-wheel and dual-rotor EV motors. With 1,475 lb-ft of torque, 20% more efficiency, and backing from BMW and Continental, is this the breakthrough we'...
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October 20, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Another electric start-up? Oh, joy… This German firm, DeepDrive, is reinventing the actual wheel with a 1,475 lb-ft in-wheel motor. And... it might not be complete rubbish. I’m genuinely, annoyingly intrigued. Here’s why.
The Germans must be choking on their bratwurst. An American EV — the 615-hp Cadillac VISTIQ — just won their luxury car of the year award. For the second time in a row! This is getting beautifully ridiculous. I'm flying to Berlin immediately.
2026 Cadillac VISTIQ Wins German Car of the Year: American EV Stuns BMW & Mercedes — Captain Electro
The all-electric 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ shocks the automotive world by winning the prestigious German Car of the Year award in the luxury category, a back-to-back win for Cadillac.
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October 20, 2025 at 11:16 AM
The Germans must be choking on their bratwurst. An American EV — the 615-hp Cadillac VISTIQ — just won their luxury car of the year award. For the second time in a row! This is getting beautifully ridiculous. I'm flying to Berlin immediately.
Toyota's new EV has five horsepower and a top speed of 28 mph. It’s a solar-powered jet helmet on wheels designed for the city. It’s absolutely brilliant, completely absurd, and we will almost certainly never get it in America.
Toyota FT-Me: The 5-HP Solar EV That Could Change City Driving — Captain Electro
Meet the Toyota FT-Me, a tiny $10,000 electric car with a solar roof. With a 28 mph top speed and 62-mile range, is this pint-sized EV the future of urban mobility? Full specs, price, and details insi...
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October 18, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Toyota's new EV has five horsepower and a top speed of 28 mph. It’s a solar-powered jet helmet on wheels designed for the city. It’s absolutely brilliant, completely absurd, and we will almost certainly never get it in America.
Maeving’s new RM2 is the electric motorcycle for people who have friends. It’s stylish, simple, and has a seat for two. With removable batteries you can charge anywhere and a friendly price tag, it’s the perfect silent ride for city living
Maeving RM2 Review: The Stylish, Affordable Electric Motorcycle for Two — Captain Electro
A full review of the 2026 Maeving RM2 electric motorcycle. Learn about its price, 80-mile range, removable batteries, and two-seater capacity. The perfect EV commuter bike for city riders looking for ...
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October 17, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Maeving’s new RM2 is the electric motorcycle for people who have friends. It’s stylish, simple, and has a seat for two. With removable batteries you can charge anywhere and a friendly price tag, it’s the perfect silent ride for city living
Is it an EV? Is it a hybrid? Yes. The 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV is a 647-horsepower electric behemoth with its own V6 power station. It’s the beautifully complex answer to range anxiety nobody asked for but everyone needs.
2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV Review: Specs, 500-Mile Range, and Price — Captain Electro
Explore the all-new 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, focusing on the revolutionary Range-Extended EV (REEV) model. Get details on its 647-hp powertrain, 500+ mile range, updated design, interior features, an...
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October 17, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Is it an EV? Is it a hybrid? Yes. The 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV is a 647-horsepower electric behemoth with its own V6 power station. It’s the beautifully complex answer to range anxiety nobody asked for but everyone needs.
The Aptera is a three-wheeled, solar-powered spaceship for the road. With a 1,000-mile range and the ability to charge itself from the sun, it’s the car of the future. Now, with a fresh $75 million, it might actually get built.
Aptera Solar EV: The 1,000-Mile Car That Never Needs Charging Is Finally Here? — Captain Electro
Aptera has secured $75 million to bring its revolutionary solar EV to production. With a 1,000-mile range, 0-60 in 4 seconds, and a price starting at $28,000, is the future of driving finally here? Ou...
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October 16, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The Aptera is a three-wheeled, solar-powered spaceship for the road. With a 1,000-mile range and the ability to charge itself from the sun, it’s the car of the future. Now, with a fresh $75 million, it might actually get built.
Mercedes got tired of its electric cars looking like well-used soap bars. So, they built the Vision Iconic: a glorious Art Deco land yacht with solar paint, a velvet couch for an interior, and enough swagger to power a small city.
Mercedes Vision Iconic: The Electric Concept Car with Solar Paint and Classic Style — Captain Electro
Discover the Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic, a stunning electric concept car inspired by 1930s Art Deco design. Learn about its innovative solar paint, luxurious interior, and the future of Mercedes-Benz...
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October 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Mercedes got tired of its electric cars looking like well-used soap bars. So, they built the Vision Iconic: a glorious Art Deco land yacht with solar paint, a velvet couch for an interior, and enough swagger to power a small city.
The flying car is finally here, but it's not what you think. It's a six-wheeled electric monster truck that gives birth to a two-person drone. A Chinese company called Aridge is selling them for $280,000. The future is weird.
Aridge Flying Car: The "Land Aircraft Carrier" EV Truck is Real and Coming Soon — Captain Electro
A closer look at the newly rebranded Aridge (formerly XPeng AeroHT) and its "Land Aircraft Carrier" modular flying car. Discover specs, price, and the new A868 model as the company gears up for mass p...
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October 14, 2025 at 1:09 PM
The flying car is finally here, but it's not what you think. It's a six-wheeled electric monster truck that gives birth to a two-person drone. A Chinese company called Aridge is selling them for $280,000. The future is weird.
Toyota, the company that made beige an art form, has just teased an electric Corolla concept that looks like it ate the old one for breakfast. It's sharp, it's sexy, and it has zero specs. Is it real? Who knows. Am I excited? Absolutely.
Electric Toyota Corolla Concept: A Shocking New Look for the World's Best-Selling Car — Captain Electro
Toyota has unveiled a radical new electric Corolla concept for the 2025 Japan Mobility Show. Get all the details (and speculation) on its stunning design, potential performance, and whether this EV wi...
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October 13, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Toyota, the company that made beige an art form, has just teased an electric Corolla concept that looks like it ate the old one for breakfast. It's sharp, it's sexy, and it has zero specs. Is it real? Who knows. Am I excited? Absolutely.
Yamaha built an electric motorcycle that's part yoga instructor, part loyal golden retriever. It balances, learns your bad habits, and can even pick itself up after a nap on the pavement. It also twists, which is wonderfully weird.
Yamaha MOTOROiD:Λ Review: A Twisting, Self-Balancing AI Electric Motorcycle — Captain Electro
Discover the Yamaha MOTOROiD:Λ, a revolutionary concept electric motorcycle with AI, self-balancing tech, and a unique twisting frame. Is this the future of riding? Read our fun, in-depth look at this...
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October 13, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Yamaha built an electric motorcycle that's part yoga instructor, part loyal golden retriever. It balances, learns your bad habits, and can even pick itself up after a nap on the pavement. It also twists, which is wonderfully weird.
Yamaha has gone and built a three-wheeled electric go-kart for grown-ups called the Tricera. It has three-wheel steering, makes its own noises, and looks like it's just landed from another planet. Is it brilliant? Is it bonkers? I'm not sure, but I desperately want one.
Yamaha Tricera Review: The 3-Wheeled Electric Trike That's Insane and I Love It — Captain Electro
A skeptical but enthusiastic look at the new Yamaha Tricera, an all-electric, three-wheeled vehicle with a wild design and three-wheel steering. We explore its features, potential performance, and whe...
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October 13, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Yamaha has gone and built a three-wheeled electric go-kart for grown-ups called the Tricera. It has three-wheel steering, makes its own noises, and looks like it's just landed from another planet. Is it brilliant? Is it bonkers? I'm not sure, but I desperately want one.
Tired of your jet ski just being a noisy toy? Taiga's new Orca lineup not only offers silent thrills but can also power your cabin during an outage. Yes, your personal watercraft is now a giant, floating, and very expensive power bank.
2026 Taiga Orca Review: The Silent, Grid-Powering Electric Jet Ski Has Arrived — Captain Electro
Explore the next-gen 2026 Taiga Orca electric personal watercraft. Featuring the 3-seat WX3, DC fast charging, and bidirectional vehicle-to-grid power. Read Max's full, humorous review on this silent ...
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October 7, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Tired of your jet ski just being a noisy toy? Taiga's new Orca lineup not only offers silent thrills but can also power your cabin during an outage. Yes, your personal watercraft is now a giant, floating, and very expensive power bank.
Tired of mediocre gas station coffee? Opel's Mokka Electric concept solves that by replacing the entire trunk with a barista station. It has zero cargo space, but who needs luggage when you can have a perfect latte anywhere, anytime?
Opel Mokka Coffee EV: The Electric SUV with a Built-in Barista Station — Captain Electro
Discover the one-off Opel Mokka Coffee, an electric SUV with a full coffee setup in the trunk. Learn about its specs, features, and why this brilliant, caffeinated concept is the perfect EV for coffee...
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October 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Tired of mediocre gas station coffee? Opel's Mokka Electric concept solves that by replacing the entire trunk with a barista station. It has zero cargo space, but who needs luggage when you can have a perfect latte anywhere, anytime?
This 213-foot solar-powered catamaran is less a boat and more a floating postcode. It’s an "explorer" yacht with two pools, a 22-person crew, and a garage for your submarine. It's gloriously absurd, brilliantly engineered, and fantastically eco-conscious...ish
Sunreef 65M Explorer: The World's Largest Catamaran is a Solar-Powered Superyacht — Captain Electro
Discover the Sunreef 65M Explorer, a record-breaking 213-foot luxury catamaran. Learn about its massive solar-electric power, extravagant features like two pools and a submersible crane, and why this ...
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October 2, 2025 at 10:18 AM
This 213-foot solar-powered catamaran is less a boat and more a floating postcode. It’s an "explorer" yacht with two pools, a 22-person crew, and a garage for your submarine. It's gloriously absurd, brilliantly engineered, and fantastically eco-conscious...ish
A new battery promises 50% more range by ditching the useless bits inside. It’s like getting a bigger gas tank for free. Is this the EV holy grail, or just another tech fantasy? I’m cautiously plugging in my hopes.
24M's Radical ETOP Battery: 50% More EV Range Without The Weight? — Captain Electro
A Massachusetts company, 24M, claims its new ETOP battery tech can boost EV range by 50%. It's cheaper, lighter, and more flexible. We look into whether this is the solution we've been waiting for, or...
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October 2, 2025 at 10:13 AM
A new battery promises 50% more range by ditching the useless bits inside. It’s like getting a bigger gas tank for free. Is this the EV holy grail, or just another tech fantasy? I’m cautiously plugging in my hopes.