Robots That Charge and a $250 Fee to Drive?!

Plus: Who Really Controls the EV Future?

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Today’s top stories

  • NACS Takes Over: What It Means for Your EV in 2025

  • New Coalition Aims to Make Clean Cars Mainstream in 11 States

  • $250 Just to Drive Electric? Here’s How Drivers Are Fighting Back

  • And other updates

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Tesla’s NACS has officially become the North American standard, reshaping how — and where — EVs charge in 2025. Non-Teslas are finally joining the Supercharger party, but not without quirks. Meanwhile, even Teslas are venturing beyond their native network. As charging borders blur, the real question now is: who controls the future of the plug?

Eleven governors just launched a powerful coalition to make clean cars more affordable and accessible across the U.S. Backed by over 100 million Americans, the plan targets cost, infrastructure, and consumer choice. With EV sales surging and savings mounting, the momentum is clear. What happens when states step up to shape the future of transportation?

Hyundai is rolling out EV charging robots at one of the world’s busiest airports — no human required. The tech promises hands-free charging while you fly. But is it innovation or indulgence? As automation creeps into daily routines, we may need to ask what convenience is really worth.

XPENG is rapidly scaling across 60 countries, delivering high-tech EVs with luxury-level features at competitive prices. But it’s steering clear of the U.S., where tariffs and politics block entry. Reddit users are already spotting Chinese EVs everywhere from Mexico to Europe. The EV revolution is accelerating—just not where you'd expect it to stall.

A new $250 annual fee for EVs is sparking backlash and bold ideas across the internet. From political action to DIY loopholes, drivers are speaking up. The real question isn’t just who pays—but how we define what fair, sustainable driving looks like in America.

It’s big, bold, and breaking all the rules of what people expect from an EV. The Hummer EV 3X isn’t just a truck—it’s a thrill machine with 1,000 horsepower, crab-walk steering, and a personality that turns heads. Owners are calling it the most fun they’ve ever had behind the wheel.

Think EVs are mainstream now? You might reconsider after hearing what some people still ask—like whether electric cars need AA batteries or stop working when it rains. From snowy survival myths to car wash confusion, these questions are as hilarious as they are telling. The future is electric—but clearly, the learning curve is still charging.

R2 Fleet Gears Up in Bold New Camo Wraps

Designing the camouflage wraps for the R2 validation fleet was all fun and creativity — now these test vehicles are road-ready and hiding in plain sight!🚗

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