EV Daily | Tesla Faces Supercharger Woes in NJ, BYD Expands in China, Ford Lightning Recall

【Tesla】

Tesla faces challenges in New Jersey, where it must remove 64 Supercharger stalls after local authorities opted for a different provider, Applegreen, offering more advanced charging options. Tesla prepared for this by installing new stations nearby. Applegreen's chargers, which are universal and support both CCS and NACS cables, offer higher power output than Tesla's current chargers.

Tesla's rumored $25,000 "Model 2" project was reportedly canceled, but Elon Musk publicly denied this. His denial caused confusion among executives and raised concerns about potential violations of a SEC settlement. Despite the market-moving nature of his statements, the project's status remains unclear.

Tesla's sales are struggling in Europe, especially in May, with significant drops in countries like France and Sweden. Despite the new Model Y production, demand issues persist, impacting Tesla's overall performance in the region.

Tesla's HW3 self-driving hardware has reached its limits, and Elon Musk admitted it won't support full self-driving without upgrades. The company has yet to announce a plan for existing HW3 owners, who paid for the promised capabilities. This situation might lead to significant legal and financial consequences.



【BYD】

BYD is aggressively expanding its electric vehicle offerings in China with new models and deep price cuts, such as the launch of the BYD Qin L EV and Dolphin Surf. The company is also planning to introduce its first mini EV in Japan next year, posing a threat to Japanese brands. Furthermore, BYD aims to deploy 15,000 megawatt charging stations, supporting its new Han L and Tang L EVs, capable of adding 400 km of range in 5 minutes. These models have seen strong sales, reflecting positive market reception.



【Others】

Meyer Burger, a Swiss solar manufacturer, is facing financial difficulties, leading to insolvency proceedings for its German subsidiaries and the closure of its US factory. The company struggles with competition from cheaper imports and is attempting to restructure debt.

Lucid is offering significant discounts on its 2025 Air models, with promotions up to $31,500 off. The Lucid Air Grand Touring model starts at $110,900, while its first electric SUV, the Gravity, features a driving range of up to 450 miles and starts at $79,900.

Ford is recalling over 29,000 F-150 Lightning pickups due to a suspension issue that could cause a loss of control. The recall affects the 2024 and 2025 models, and owners will be notified for free inspections and repairs.

In California, the ChargeWise program, funded by the California Energy Commission, is promoting dynamic EV charging to save drivers money while stabilizing the grid. EV drivers participating in the program saved an average of $200 annually, with significant off-peak charging benefits.

Segway is offering post-launch savings on its Xafari and Xyber e-bikes, starting from $2,200, featuring smart security and high-performance specs. EcoFlow is also providing discounts on power solutions, including the DELTA Pro Solar Generator bundle, ahead of hurricane season.

Hyundai denied rumors of price hikes in the US following Trump's auto tariffs, stating no decision has been made regarding changes after its current price guarantee period. Despite higher import costs, the company maintains its competitive pricing in the EV market.

Toyota unveiled the Aygo X Hybrid, claiming it has the lowest CO2 emissions of any non-plug-in car. The model features improved powertrain and emission cuts and will be available in Europe by the end of 2025.

Archer completed a piloted flight of its Midnight aircraft, moving toward certification and commercialization. The flight demonstrated both conventional and vertical takeoff capabilities, supporting Archer's electric air taxi network plans.

Honda's electric motorcycle, the E-VO, is not officially a Honda product but produced by Wuyang-Honda in China. It's not available for purchase outside China and represents a different branding effort rather than direct Honda production.