Tested: 2026 Toyota bZ EV Comes With An Upside Surprise

I tested the Toyota bZ Woodland, an off-road-capable EV that impressed me with its speed above everything else.

BYD Local Plant, Flash-Charging, Denza To Boost Europe Prospects

BYD has been headlining in Europe with its flash-charging system and progress towards production in Hungary. It will soon overtake MG as the leading Chinese seller.

Solid-state batteries still aren’t ready, but gels are
Solid-state batteries still aren’t ready, but gels are

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on e-bikes, power stations, and how to work anywhere, follow Thomas Ricker. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers’ inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere as we […]

Elon Musk becomes the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX’s historic IPO

The SpaceX IPO has boosted Musk’s paper wealth to more than $1,000,000,000,000 at a time when he is more hated — and powerful — than ever.

SpaceX IPO closes up 19% and delivers the world’s first trillionaire

The company made its heavily anticipated debut on Friday, trading higher than its initial $135 IPO price.

SpaceX is public: Everything you need to know post-IPO

TechCrunch has followed SpaceX’s start, struggles, and successes from the early days. And we’re here for what happens next too. This package of SpaceX IPO coverage includes who stands to win (and maybe some who won’t), pre-IPO deals, and what’s tucked …

BMW’s Neue Klasse M concept brings next-gen EV tech to motorsports
BMW’s Neue Klasse M concept brings next-gen EV tech to motorsports

Just in time for Le Mans, BMW is pulling the cover off its new M performance concept built on the Bavarian automaker’s Neue Klasse next-generation architecture. The concept is the debut of a new design language for BMW’s M division, signaling a shift toward a more electrified future. The company says it is built on […]

Car Thefts Are Down, Data Shows, But One Component Remains A Hot Item

Overall, fewer vehicles were stolen last year than in recent decades, though thieves are still after a main element in a car’s emissions system for its precious metals.

A U.S.-Canada Bridge Was Near The Finish Line; Now It’s Delayed

The new Gordie Howe U.S.-Camada bride seemed to be at the finishing line. Now? Not so much.