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Wheel-E Podcast: Bafang Motors, Sur-Ron Cops, Qronge E-Moto
Electrek's latest Wheel-E podcast episode covers powerful Bafang motors, London police adopting Sur-Ron bikes, and a Qronge e-moto review. The trends signal big shifts for India's e-cycle and e-moto segments.
30 August 2026 at 10:29 am
Qronge X1 Spark L Review: Budget Sur-Ron Rival at ₹1.15 Lakh
Electrek's hands-on review tests the $1,299 (₹1.15 lakh) Qronge X1 Spark L, a budget e-moto challenging the Sur-Ron Light Bee with speeds above 65 km/h. We break down what this means for Indian buyers eyeing affordable electric dirt bikes.
30 August 2026 at 10:29 am
US Airport to Spend $5.5M on Electric Ground Equipment
Ontario International Airport will spend $5.5 million on electric ground support equipment, backed by a $4.15 million FAA grant. The move signals accelerating global airport electrification, with important lessons for India's own airport EV push.
30 August 2026 at 10:28 am
Port of LA Commits $200 Million to Zero-Emission Equipment
The Port of Los Angeles has signed a 30-year lease with Yusen Terminals through 2056, unlocking a $200 million investment in zero-emission cargo-handling equipment. The deal offers a template for India's own green-port transition under Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
30 August 2026 at 10:27 am
130-Ton Electric Scania Trucks Go 4,000 Feet Underground
Swedish miner LKAB has put two 130-ton electric Scania haul trucks to work 4,000 feet underground at its Malmberget iron ore mine. The deployment proves heavy-duty EV technology is ready for extreme duty cycles — with lessons for India's mining sector.
30 August 2026 at 10:26 am
Kia EV3 Priced Like Niro Hybrid, $10,000 Under Niro EV
Kia has priced its new EV3 electric SUV at the same level as the Niro Hybrid and nearly $10,000 below the retired Niro EV. The aggressive pricing could translate to a ₹25-30 lakh launch in India, challenging the Mahindra BE 6 and Tata Harrier EV.
30 August 2026 at 10:25 am
Santa Monica Adds 130 Fast Chargers for Electric Bus Fleet
Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus fleet is adding 130 DC fast-charging ports as it targets a fully electric fleet by 2032. The buildout offers key lessons for India's own e-bus deployment and charging infrastructure push.
30 August 2026 at 10:25 am
BYD's Cheapest EV Gets a Bigger Sibling: New Hatch Revealed
BYD is readying a new electric hatchback sized between its cheapest EV, the Seagull, and the larger Dolphin. The model could shape BYD's entry-level strategy, though Indian availability hinges on policy decisions.
30 August 2026 at 10:24 am
Toyota bZ5 Electric SUV Launched at Half Tesla Model Y Price
Toyota has launched its updated bZ5 electric SUV at roughly half the price of a Tesla Model Y, packing Model Y-sized dimensions with high-tech features. The China debut has major implications for India's premium EV market.
30 August 2026 at 10:17 am
Labor Day Green Deals: Navimow X430, EcoFlow Flash Sale Live
Electrek's Green Deals roundup features the Segway Navimow X430 at ₹1.89 lakh and EcoFlow's DELTA 3 Classic with solar panel at ₹41,900. Indian buyers can expect festive-season equivalents during Diwali sales.
30 August 2026 at 10:15 am
Aptera Solar EV Makes 4.75 kWh a Day, TÜV Test Confirms
Independent testing by TÜV Rheinland confirms Aptera's solar EV generates up to 4.75 kWh daily—enough for 76 km of driving on sunlight alone. The validation could shape the future of solar EVs in India.
30 August 2026 at 10:14 am
BMW iX3 EV Nears 100,000 Orders Without a Single Test Drive
BMW's new iX3 electric SUV has racked up nearly 100,000 global orders despite buyers only seeing images. Chinese dealers are overwhelmed, with major implications for the SUV's expected 2027 India launch.
30 August 2026 at 10:13 am
Waymo Calls Tesla's Self-Driving Strategy a 'False Summit'
Waymo's '10 AI lessons' from 200 million autonomous miles label Tesla's driver-assist-to-autonomy path a 'false summit'. The clash highlights why Indian EV buyers should understand the gap between ADAS features and true self-driving.
30 August 2026 at 10:11 am
Storm Sondors Returns: Mysterious New E-Bike Teased
Storm Sondors has teased a mysterious new electric bike on the SONDORS website, hinting at a comeback for the controversial US e-bike brand. The move could have implications for India's growing e-cycle market.
30 August 2026 at 10:10 am
APM Orders 130 Electric Machines for Port of NY-NJ
APM Terminals has ordered 96 Orange EV electric terminal trucks and 34 Konecranes electric gantry cranes for its Elizabeth terminal at the Port of New York and New Jersey. The move signals fleet-scale port electrification that Indian ports under Maritime India Vision 2030 are likely to follow.
30 August 2026 at 10:09 am
London Police Now Ride the Same Illegal E-Bikes as Criminals
London police have adopted the same high-powered, technically illegal e-bikes used by criminals to keep pace in street chases. The move spotlights regulatory grey zones that closely mirror India's own e-cycle rules.
30 August 2026 at 10:08 am
VW's ID. Buzz Electric Camper Van Confirmed for US Launch
Volkswagen has transformed the ID. Buzz into the ID. California Cruise, a simple electric camper van with a US version confirmed. The model signals growing global demand for electric touring vehicles, though India remains a watch-and-wait market.
30 August 2026 at 10:07 am
American Battery Could Break China's EV Supply Chain Grip
InsideEVs reports a US-developed battery chemistry that could challenge China's dominance over critical EV materials. Here's what it means for Indian EV prices, range, and domestic manufacturing.
30 August 2026 at 9:57 am
Tesla Cybercab Launch Next Week: What Tesla Must Prove
Tesla has scheduled its Cybercab launch event for next week, promising a $30,000 robotaxi. Key questions remain on pricing, FSD autonomy, and whether India will get it.
30 August 2026 at 9:56 am
Breaking: Rivian CFO Claire McDonough Exits EV Maker
Rivian CFO Claire McDonough is leaving the company after six years, departing as the EV maker races to ramp up R2 SUV production. The exit raises questions about financial leadership during Rivian's most critical manufacturing push.
30 August 2026 at 9:54 am