Xiaomi SU7 owner puts 165,000 miles on his EV in 18 months, battery health at 94.5%
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 5:02am on Electrek
A Xiaomi SU7 owner in China has achieved what might be the most impressive real-world battery longevity test we’ve seen yet: 265,000 kilometers (165,000 miles) in just 18 months of ownership, with battery health still at 94.5%.
more…QuantumScape inaugurates Eagle Line pilot for solid-state battery production [Video]
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 4:29am on Electrek
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape is off and running in 2026, inaugurating its shiny new Eagle Line for pilot production. Eagle Line lays the groundwork for scaled solid-state battery production and will produce cells to support OEM customer sampling.
more…San Bernadino hub can now charge 200 electric semi trucks per day
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 3:55am on Electrek
One of the busiest HDEV charging depots in the country got a major upgrade last week, enabling it to charge up to 200 electric semi trucks per day and offer megawatt charging to trucks that can handle the power!
more…Trek shifts itself with a new 28 MPH car-replacing e-bike
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 3:53am on Electrek
Trek just pulled the covers off a new top-tier city e-bike aimed squarely at riders who want comfort, power, and polish without turning daily riding into a hobby that requires constant tinkering. The new Trek Charter+ arrives as Trek’s most premium everyday e-bike yet, blending high-end drivetrain tech, deep integration, and a strong focus on car-replacement practicality.
more…Deals: iPad mini $100 off, M5 iPad Pro $230 off, Powerbeats Pro 2, Apple Watch bands $15, more
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 4:41am on 9to5Mac
Alongside the ongoing $100 price drops on all Apple Watch Series 11 models, today we are turning our attention to iPad. The most affordable iPad mini is $100 off in all four colors while we also spotted a chance to land the least pricey M5 iPad Pro you can buy at $230 off the list price. Those deals also join some notable accessory offers, including Apple Solo Bands from $15, a major discount on ZAGG’s Pro Keys 2 for M4/M5 iPad Pro at $65 (57% off), Powerbeats Pro 2 up to $114 off, and more. Scope it all out below.
more…Kia’s electric hatch drove almost 250 miles and recharged in 33 minutes in the frigid cold
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 4:34am on Electrek
The EV4, Kia’s electric hatchback, proved its prowess in the El Prix Winter Test, driving almost 250 miles (390 km) in temperatures as low as –31°C (-23.8 °F). It also recharged from 10% to 80% in just over 30 minutes.
more…iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 3:56am on 9to5Mac
The iOS 26.3 RC debuted yesterday, which means the first iOS 26.4 beta will be dropping soon too. Here is every rumored new feature that iOS 26.4 is expected to bring.
more…Audi announces 2027 A6/Q6 e-tron updates: scroll wheel return, new drift mode, improved regen
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 2:54am on Electrek
Audi is rolling out significant updates to its A6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron electric vehicles for the 2027 model year, bringing back physical controls, adding a new “dynamic plus” drift mode, and improving regenerative braking for better efficiency.
The changes come as part of a broader update across Audi’s PPE (Premium Platform Electric) lineup, addressing some of the early criticisms of these vehicles while adding genuinely useful new features.
more…Here’s our first look at Ford’s $30,000 mid-size electric pickup
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 2:47am on Electrek
Ford is betting on its new Universal EV platform to compete with BYD and other leading Chinese brands. The first UEV-based model will be a mid-size electric pickup that Ford says will start at around $30,000. Here’s our first look at it.
more…IKEA acknowledges connectivity problems with budget Matter-over-Thread devices
Published: Feb 5nd 2026 2:00am on 9to5Mac
Swedish self-assembly furniture giant IKEA has made an additional name for itself through its growing range of budget-priced smart home devices. But if you were thinking of picking up some of its new Matter-over-Thread products, you may want to wait a little while.
There have been a number of frustrated posts from people experiencing connectivity problems with Apple Home and other smart home ecosystems, and IKEA has acknowledged the issues …
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