Tesla has begun fielding a “Robotaxi interest form” that invites external fleet operators to purchase its forthcoming steering‑wheel‑less Cybercab, marking the first concrete step toward monetising the company’s Full Self‑Driving (FSD) stack beyond its own ride‑hailing service.
Tesla Opens Robotaxi Fleet Sales, Excludes Current FSD Owners
Prospective operators can now submit details on the dedicated portal, signalling intent to acquire up to several hundred Cybercabs for autonomous ride‑sharing networks or to provide supporting infrastructure. The move sidesteps the promise made to existing FSD owners, who were told they could earn passive income by enrolling their vehicles in the robotaxi program; those owners remain ineligible under the new framework. Tesla has kept the launch low‑key—no live stream, limited media access—suggesting a strategic, phased rollout rather than a headline‑driven debut.
Source: Electrek
Kia Unveils Larger PV7 Electric Van, Expanding Commercial EV Lineup
Spotted testing on public roads just days after a teaser reveal, the new PV7 confirms Kia’s ambition to dominate the European light‑commercial segment. While the PV5 currently commands over 50 % of the C‑segment EV van market, the PV7 stretches the wheelbase by roughly 30 cm and adds a 150 kWh battery pack, promising a range north of 400 km (WLTP) and a payload capacity exceeding 1,200 kg. Production is slated for early 2027, with a dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive variant aimed at high‑density urban logistics.
Source: Electrek
PG&E Boosts V2X Incentives, Adding Tesla, Kia, Volvo, Nissan to Home‑Backup Fleet
The California utility’s Vehicle‑to‑Everything (V2X) demonstration program now welcomes EVs from four additional manufacturers, expanding the pool of bidirectional‑compatible models. Participants can receive up to $17,000 in rebates for installing a certified bidirectional charger, enabling the vehicle to supply emergency power to a residence or feed electricity back to the grid during peak demand. The program runs through June 30 2027, with approved hardware partners Bidirectional Energy and PowerFlex handling integration.
Source: Electrek
Xiaomi Auto Secures Eight German Dealer Groups for 2027 European EV Rollout
At IFA Berlin, Xiaomi Auto signed memoranda of understanding with eight of Germany’s largest dealer networks, laying the retail and service foundation for its first European models slated for 2027. The agreements cover premium‑brand showrooms, after‑sales service bays, and a coordinated launch strategy across major German cities. Xiaomi’s entry signals a new wave of Chinese EV manufacturers targeting the high‑margin European market, leveraging its consumer‑electronics brand equity to differentiate its forthcoming electric sedan and SUV line‑up.
Source: Electrek
