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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…
From The Electric Viking. Toyota reveals prices and specs for its new electric SUV, the 2026 bZ Woodland Toyota is officially expanding its EV lineup with the rugged, off-road-inspired 2026 bZ Woodland! In this video, we break down the newly revealed pricing, official specs, and key features of Toyota’s newest electric SUV. From its expected…
From The Electric Viking. Chevy Equinox EV discounts hit $10,000, that’s 20% off MSRP! The Chevrolet Equinox EV is seeing massive discounts of up to $10,000 — roughly 20% off MSRP — as dealers ramp up incentives to boost EV adoption. The aggressive pricing move puts serious pressure on rivals in the compact electric SUV…
From The Electric Viking. China bans Selling Cars below-cost car to STOP price WARS China has moved to ban automakers from selling vehicles below cost in an effort to curb the brutal EV price war that has squeezed profit margins across the industry. The policy aims to stabilize the market, protect smaller manufacturers, and prevent…
From The Electric Viking. 15% of Canadians Say They Want to buy a Chinese Electric Car A growing shift in consumer sentiment shows that 15% of Canadians are now open to buying a Chinese electric vehicle, signaling rising trust in Chinese EV technology, competitive pricing, and expanding global influence. As affordability and innovation take center…
From The Electric Viking. Ford boss Reveals controversial China joint-venture Discussion with Trump – Ford’s boss reveals a controversial China joint-venture discussion with Trump, sparking major debate in the auto industry over global supply chains, tariffs, and electric vehicle strategy. In this video, we break down what Ford’s leadership said about working with Chinese partners,…
From The Electric Viking. NEW 2026 Mazda 6e EV undercuts Tesla Model 3 on PRICE and RANGE the 2026 mazda 6e arrives with competitive pricing below the tesla model 3 and a strong electric range, positioning it as a compelling value choice in the mid-size ev market. Sign up for my newsletter here ► https://theelectricviking.com/newsletter/…
From The Electric Viking. BEYOND THE MINE: The High-Purity Secret to North American Battery Independence North America’s push for battery independence goes far beyond digging raw materials out of the ground—it hinges on mastering high-purity processing and refining at home. As governments and automakers race to localize supply chains, the real battle is in chemical-grade…
From The Electric Viking. 628 Ah – These are the World’s First mass Produced Mega Battery Cells The world’s first mass-produced 628 Ah mega battery cells mark a major leap in energy density and scale, designed to power next-generation EVs and grid storage systems. With fewer cells required per pack and higher efficiency, they promise…
From The Electric Viking. BYD’s NEW Song EV Reveals HUGE Changes Coming to BYD Cars This Year BYD’s new Song EV signals a major design and technology shift across the brand’s 2026 lineup, introducing updated styling, smarter software, and next-gen battery integration. The model hints at a broader transformation in performance, interior refinement, and intelligent…
From The Electric Viking. Geely Tests NEW Aluminium Battery in EX5 at Minus 25 Degrees Celsius Geely has tested a new aluminum-based battery system in the EX5 under extreme -25°C conditions, showcasing improved cold-weather performance and thermal stability. The breakthrough could significantly boost winter range, charging efficiency, and durability for EV owners in harsh climates.…
From The Electric Viking. The Luxury Electric Dream is Turning Into a Nightmare for Mercedes – FIRES! The luxury EV transition is becoming a serious challenge for Mercedes-Benz, as reports of battery-related fires raise concerns over safety, brand reputation, and the high-stakes shift to electrification. What was once positioned as a flawless electric future now…
From The Electric Viking. THE HANGOVER: Why Chinese EV Sales Just Plummeted 20% in One Month Chinese electric vehicle sales have suddenly plummeted, dropping a massive 20% in just one month. Is this the inevitable "hangover" after years of explosive growth? In this video, we analyze the data behind this sharp decline, the new economic…
From The Electric Viking. 35% CHEAPER Than the BYD Atto 3! Suzuki’s First EV is called the e Vitara Japan’s Suzuki has launched its first fully electric SUV, the e Vitara, priced around 35% cheaper than the BYD Atto 3 from BYD. Aimed at budget-focused buyers, it combines compact SUV practicality with competitive EV performance,…
From The Electric Viking. 500 Wh/kg: FAW’s New Manganese Battery Just Doubled Tesla’s Density China’s FAW Group has unveiled a breakthrough manganese-based battery claiming an energy density of 500 Wh/kg—nearly double that of current packs used by Tesla. If commercialized, the technology could dramatically extend EV range while reducing pack weight, signaling a major leap…
From The Electric Viking. Audi’s New E7X 7 Seat EV Gets 751KM RANGE and 500KW Charging Audi’s new E7X 7-seat electric SUV enters the spotlight with a massive 751km driving range and ultra-fast 500kW charging capability, pushing it into the top tier of next-generation EVs. Designed for families without compromising performance, the E7X blends premium…
From The Electric Viking. THE $1 BILLION BYPASS: Why BYD and Geely are Fighting for Nissan’s Mexico Plant Chinese auto giants BYD and Geely are reportedly battling for control of Nissan’s Mexico plant in a strategic $1 billion play to bypass rising tariffs and secure direct access to the North American market. The move could…
From The Electric Viking. OVER 600KM RANGE: Final Specs for Tesla’s Global 6-Seat Model Y Revealed Tesla’s global 6-seat Model Y has finally revealed its final specifications, boasting over 600km of range, upgraded efficiency, and a redesigned interior layout aimed at family buyers. The long-wheelbase configuration adds practicality without sacrificing performance, positioning it as a…
From The Electric Viking. 500% ACCELERATION: Why 2030 is the Final "Ice Age" for Australian Petrol Cars A new report predicts that Electric Vehicle sales in Australia are set to jump six-fold by 2030, marking a massive 500% acceleration in adoption. This explosive growth signals the beginning of the end for petrol and diesel cars…
From The Electric Viking. China’s long-range EV rankings are now led by BYD Denza Z9, BYD Denza Z9 GT, and BYD Yangwang U7, the only production models exceeding ~1,000 km range under China’s CLTC test. This dominance puts BYD at the top of the longest-range EV segment in China, outpacing rivals like Xiaomi and Zeekr…