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From The Electric Viking. 6 Seat Tesla Model Y L Price and Specs for Australia, New Zealand & Sth Korea – The new 6-seat Tesla Model Y L is finally coming to Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea, bringing a longer wheelbase, three-row seating, and premium electric SUV practicality to the global EV market. In…
From The Electric Viking. NEW XPENG X9 Gets Full Self Driving, Rear Wheel Steering & MORE Range! – The NEW XPeng X9 just got major upgrades, including full self-driving capabilities, rear-wheel steering, and even more range, pushing it closer to the future of smart electric vehicles. Built on XPeng’s advanced 800V EV platform, the updated…
From The Electric Viking. BYD Atto 3 and Xpeng G6 Remarkably Survive Separate Ballistic Rocket Attacks Two separate incidents revealed the surprising durability of modern EV engineering after a BYD Atto 3 and a Xpeng G6 reportedly survived nearby ballistic rocket strikes. Despite the extreme shock and debris impact, both electric vehicles protected occupants and…
From The Electric Viking. The HYDROGEN Bus Disaster That They Should Have Seen Coming… Aberdeen’s ambitious hydrogen bus fleet has officially ended in a multimillion-dollar failure, proving once again why battery-electric vehicles are winning the transit race. After years of broken refueling infrastructure, skyrocketing maintenance costs, and completely unreliable service, the city council is ditching…
From The Electric Viking. Independent Test: Donut Lab Solid-State Battery Handles 100°C (But There’s a Catch) An independent test of the Donut Lab solid-state battery shows it can withstand temperatures up to 100°C, highlighting impressive thermal stability and potential safety advantages over traditional lithium-ion packs. However, researchers note there’s still a catch — limitations in…
From The Electric Viking. BYD’s new Blade EV Battery 2.0 Gets 1,000+km EV range and 5 min charging BYD has unveiled the next-generation Blade Battery 2.0, promising breakthrough EV performance with over 1,000 km of driving range and the ability to add significant charge in just 5 minutes. The technology is expected to power future…
From The Electric Viking. NEW BYD Seal Gets Blade Battery 2.0 with 5 minute Charging & 1000km Range! The updated BYD Seal introduces Blade Battery 2.0, promising ultra-fast charging in as little as 5 minutes while pushing range close to 1000 km. With next-generation battery chemistry and improved efficiency from BYD, the new Seal signals…
From The Electric Viking. BYD and Geely are about to Start Selling Cheap ELECTRIC CARS in Canada! BYD and Geely are about to start selling cheap electric cars in Canada, potentially shaking up the entire North American EV market. After Canada slashed tariffs on Chinese EV imports from 100% down to about 6.1% and introduced…
From The Electric Viking. BYD Installing 1500KW Fast Chargers Across Europe and China Chinese EV giant BYD is rolling out ultra-powerful 1500kW “flash charging” stations across China and planning expansion into Europe, aiming to make EV charging nearly as fast as refueling a gasoline car. The megawatt-level chargers can add up to about 400 km…
From The Electric Viking. Iran war sends Aussies into meltdown as OIL Prices Skyrocket – EV Sales SURGE Escalating conflict involving Iran has pushed global oil prices sharply higher, sending petrol prices soaring across Australia and triggering panic buying at fuel stations. With Brent crude jumping and supply routes like the Strait of Hormuz under…
From The Electric Viking. EV Sales DOUBLE in Australia – China Takes Over as Japanese ICE Sales Crash Electric vehicle sales in Australia are surging as Chinese automakers rapidly gain ground, with brands like BYD and Geely expanding quickly while traditional Japanese internal-combustion manufacturers struggle to keep up with the shift to electrification. The market…
From The Electric Viking. Morgan Stanley Shocked! Xpeng Catches Tesla Full Self Driving Morgan Stanley analysts were surprised after testing the latest autonomous driving system from XPeng, noting it is rapidly closing the gap with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology. The development highlights how Chinese EV makers are accelerating AI-driven driving systems and challenging Tesla’s long-held…
From The Electric Viking. THE LFP REVOLUTION: Why North America is Finally Insulating its Supply Chain North America’s EV industry is pivoting hard toward lithium iron phosphate batteries, accelerating domestic production to reduce reliance on overseas supply chains and geopolitical risk. As automakers and cell manufacturers localize LFP manufacturing, the shift signals a strategic move…
From The Electric Viking. 2027 Volvo EX30 Gets BIG Changes and Cheaper Prices The 2027 Volvo EX30 has received significant updates, including upgraded tech, improved range, and smarter safety features, while also hitting more affordable price points in key markets. These changes aim to make the compact electric SUV more competitive and appealing to a…
From The Electric Viking. The Ultimate School Hack: How Solar Panels are Paying for New Teachers What if the solution to school funding shortages was right above our heads? In this video, we explore an incredible new "school hack" where educational institutions are installing solar panels to drastically cut their massive energy bills. Instead of…
From The Electric Viking. EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus Review: 1,800W Power, 1kWh LFP Battery — Worth It? The EcoFlow Delta 3 Plus is a versatile 1,024 Wh LiFePO₄ portable power station with an 1,800 W continuous output and smart app control — strong for camping, travel, or short home backup power needs. It charges incredibly…
From The Electric Viking. NEW Rivian R2 VS Tesla Model Y – Which EV is Better Value? The highly anticipated Rivian R2 has officially arrived to take on the undisputed heavyweight champion of electric SUVs: the Tesla Model Y. But which of these popular EVs actually offers the best value for your money? In this…
From The Electric Viking. The Overlooked Company That Just Won the Battery Race While headlines focused on flashy EV brands, one overlooked company quietly secured the supply chains, patents, and production scale that now define the battery race. Its breakthrough in cost, density, and manufacturing efficiency could reshape the global EV market and leave bigger…
From The Electric Viking. GM Gave Away Its Battery Factory Without Realising it Was Worth Billions General Motors reportedly let control of a battery factory slip away before fully recognising its long-term strategic value, a move that could now be worth billions as EV demand surges. As battery technology becomes the core battleground of the…
From The Electric Viking. The Battery Myth is Dead: New Study Proves EVs Last Longer Than Expected A new study challenges long-standing fears about battery degradation, showing modern EV batteries are lasting far longer than early projections. Real-world data suggests most electric vehicles retain strong capacity well past expected lifespans, reshaping the debate around ownership…
From The Electric Viking. Hyundai DOWN, Tesla UP! What is going on with USED Tesla EV Prices? Used EV prices are shifting fast as Hyundai models lose ground while Tesla values rebound in key markets. Strong demand, software updates, and brand pull are helping stabilize used Tesla prices after months of decline, raising new questions…
From The Electric Viking. WHY I INVESTED $25,000: The Best Way to Play the North American EV Transition A bold $25,000 investment aimed at capturing the massive upside of the North American EV transition, focusing on battery supply chains, charging infrastructure, and next-gen automakers. As the shift from gas to electric accelerates, this strategy targets…
From The Electric Viking. Solar Waves: The Modular Solar System That Changes Everything Solar Waves introduces a breakthrough modular solar system designed to scale effortlessly from small homes to large commercial sites, slashing installation time and boosting efficiency. With plug-and-play expansion and smart energy management, it could redefine how communities generate, store, and share clean…
From The Electric Viking. $63 Billion and Counting: Why Nuclear Power is a Financial Disaster in the West Western nuclear projects have ballooned into multi-decade, multi-billion-dollar overruns, with plants like Hinkley Point C and Vogtle Electric Generating Plant driving total costs past $63 billion. Chronic delays, financing burdens, and rising construction risks are turning nuclear…
From The Electric Viking. How the U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Could Unlock BYD’s Entry into America A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling could reshape trade and regulatory barriers, potentially opening a legal pathway for BYD to enter the American auto market. If federal restrictions on tariffs, emissions rules, or import limitations are narrowed, the decision…
From The Electric Viking. The Truth About Big Oil and Coal: Why Fines Aren’t Stopping the Top 10 Polluters A major coal miner has just been hit with a substantial penalty for polluting the pristine Blue Mountains waterways in Australia, but is it really enough to make a difference? In this video, we uncover the…
From The Electric Viking. Auto Loan Crisis Just Hit a 30-Year High With Delinquency Rates Auto loan delinquencies have surged to their highest level in three decades, signaling growing financial stress among borrowers. Rising vehicle prices, high interest rates, and stretched household budgets are driving more Americans to fall behind on payments, raising concerns about…
From The Electric Viking. Electric Car Sales Surge in Europe in January 2026 – Petrol and Diesel Crashes Europe’s electric car sales jumped sharply in January 2026 as demand for battery-powered vehicles outpaced petrol and diesel models, which saw significant declines. The shift reflects tightening emissions rules, wider EV availability, and growing consumer interest in…
From The Electric Viking. Tesla WINS Overall Car of the Year, Polestar and Zeekr Crowned Segment Leaders Tesla’s newest model clinched Overall Car of the Year, highlighting its blend of performance, innovation, and consumer demand, while Polestar and Zeekr were named leaders in their respective segments for design and electric performance. The awards reflect shifting…
From The Electric Viking. Neuralink’s Global Impact: Inside the Rise of Chinese Brain-Chip Startups As Neuralink accelerates human brain-computer interface trials, Chinese startups are racing to build their own neural chip ecosystems, backed by state funding and aggressive R&D. From medical rehabilitation to AI-driven cognition enhancement, China’s brain-tech surge signals a new frontier in the…
From The Electric Viking. 2026 Geely EX5 About To Get Bigger Battery with 500km Range – 2026 Geely EX5 About to Get a Bigger Battery with 500 km Range! — The popular Geely EX5 electric SUV is gearing up for a major upgrade, featuring a larger battery pack and an impressive 500 km range that…
From The Electric Viking. How To Buy The Right Electric Car (And Avoid a $20,000 Mistake) – Thinking about buying an electric car? This guide shows you how to choose the right EV and avoid a costly $20,000 mistake. We break down real-world range vs EPA/WLTP, charging speed, battery size, home vs public charging, depreciation,…
From The Electric Viking. Diesel Trucks Are Costing $6.2 Billion a Year in Health Damage — And That’s Just Australia Diesel trucks are costing Australia an estimated $6.2 billion every year in health-related damages, driven by air pollution linked to respiratory and heart diseases. The hidden public health burden highlights the urgent need for cleaner…
From The Electric Viking. DONUT Labs Claimed 5-Minute Charging — The Test Says Something VERY Different – Sign up for my newsletter here ► https://theelectricviking.com/newsletter/ 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► https://www.youtube.com/@electricviking?sub_confirmation=1 👉Book a 1-Hour Consultation with The Electric Viking via the link at https://theelectricviking.com/consultation/ 👉Use Australia’s best Solar, Home Battery and EV…
From The Electric Viking. Grok Coming To Tesla Vehicles Worldwide This Week – This is What it Does… Tesla is rolling out Grok to vehicles worldwide this week, bringing an AI-powered voice assistant directly into the cabin experience. Designed to deliver smarter responses, real-time insights, and more natural conversations, Grok could transform how drivers interact…
From The Electric Viking. 0–60 in 1.4 Seconds: This 1,000 HP EV Just Changed Performance Forever – 0–60 in 1.4 Seconds: This 1,000 HP EV Just Changed Performance Forever — witness the next frontier of electric vehicle performance as this 1,000 horsepower EV shatters acceleration benchmarks and rewrites what’s possible for road-legal cars. With mind-blowing…
From The Electric Viking. THE LEGO CLIK REVOLUTION: Why Robots Are Building the Future of Housing The LEGO Click Revolution is redefining construction, using robotic precision and modular, snap-fit building systems to assemble homes faster, cheaper, and with far less waste. By combining automation, AI-guided fabrication, and plug-and-play components, this new housing model promises scalable…
From The Electric Viking. 2026 Tesla Model Y L six-seat EV approved for Australia – Coming Worldwide Tesla’s new 2026 Model Y L — a longer, six-seat version of its top-selling EV — has been approved for sale in Australia, signaling the start of a broader international rollout beyond China and potentially other world markets.…
From The Electric Viking. SUBARU SOLTERRA 2026 REVIEW: The Honest Truth After a 1,000km Road Test – subaru solterra 2026 review: the honest truth after a 1,000km road test — we put the 2026 subaru solterra electric SUV to the ultimate long-distance test to see how real-world range, efficiency, comfort, and performance stack up. From…
From The Electric Viking. The $500 Car Replacement? Meepo Go Long-Term Test + Cyclone 107s Wheels Can a $500 electric skateboard actually replace your car for daily commuting? In this long-term review, we put the budget-friendly Meepo Go to the ultimate test to see if it holds up as a legitimate daily transportation alternative. Plus,…
From The Electric Viking. TESLA WINS AGAIN: The Model 3 & Model Y Just Won America’s Biggest Awards Tesla, Inc. scores another major victory as the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y take home some of America’s biggest automotive awards. The wins reinforce Tesla’s dominance in the EV market, highlighting strong performance, efficiency, and…
From The Electric Viking. 8 POWERWALLS FOR $60K: Tesla’s New Cybertruck is Incredible! Tesla, Inc. is turning heads with a new configuration of the Tesla Cybertruck paired with eight Tesla Powerwall units for around $60,000, positioning it as a mobile energy powerhouse. The bundle highlights Tesla’s push to merge transportation and home energy into one…
From The Electric Viking. THE 59% STATE: Why South Dakota is Winning the American Wind Race South Dakota now generates roughly 59% of its electricity from wind, making it one of America’s undisputed clean energy leaders. With vast open plains, strong wind resources, and major investment in transmission, the state has quietly become a powerhouse…
From The Electric Viking. $30,000 CYBERCAB 2026? The Real Reason It Won’t Hit U.S. Roads This Year The much-hyped $30,000 CyberCab 2026 won’t hit U.S. roads this year largely due to production challenges, supply chain delays, and regulatory hurdles that have slowed down the startup’s timeline and raised questions about feasibility at that price point.…
From The Electric Viking. POLESTAR’S LAST STAND: 4 New Models + a Wagon to Stop the $1.5B Bloodbath Polestar is fighting for its survival. After facing a staggering $1.5 billion financial bloodbath, the EV automaker is launching a desperate "last stand" turnaround strategy. In this video, we dive into Polestar’s aggressive new roadmap, which includes…
From The Electric Viking. 100,000 CYCLE SCAM? Donut Lab’s Brutal Response to the Critics – 100,000 cycle SCAM? Donut Lab’s brutal response to the critics! In this video, we dive into the controversy surrounding Donut Lab’s 100,000 cycle battery claim, the backlash from industry experts, and how Donut Lab is firing back with its defense.…
From The Electric Viking. GWM’s Chairman Fires; Claims Chinese Auto Makers Trail America, Europe & Korea – GWM’s chairman has been fired after claiming that Chinese automakers are trailing behind the U.S., Europe, and Korea, setting off shockwaves across the global auto industry. In this video, we break down the fallout from his remarks, what…
From The Electric Viking. California’s Plan to Make E bike Riders Pay Registration and Show License Plates California is considering a proposal that would require certain e-bike riders to register their bikes and display license plates, aiming to improve safety and accountability as electric bicycle use surges statewide. Supporters argue it could reduce reckless riding,…
From The Electric Viking. Ford CEO Says Most Automakers Have Given Up Against Chinese Competition Ford Motor Company CEO warns that many global carmakers are quietly retreating as Chinese EV giants accelerate innovation, cut costs, and dominate battery supply chains. He suggests the competitive gap is widening fast, leaving traditional automakers struggling to keep pace…
From The Electric Viking. THE DEATH OF AUTOPILOT: Tesla’s Most Popular Software just hit a Wall in the US Tesla’s once-untouchable Autopilot is facing mounting pressure in the U.S., as regulatory scrutiny, safety investigations, and growing competition expose cracks in its dominance. What was once Tesla’s biggest software advantage is now under the microscope, raising…