Last updated on February 9th, 2026 at 05:09 pm
Why Used Teslas Are Flying Off Of Lots
Suvrat Kothari | Inside EVs | 11/11
Three-year-old electric vehicles are now the fastest-selling used cars on dealer lots, surpassing gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles for the first time. Edmunds reports that used EVs spent an average of just 34 days on the lot in Q3 2025, significantly faster than the 40 to 47 days required to move other powertrains. Leading the pack are popular Tesla models: the Model 3 averaged 24 days to sell at around $24,447, while the Model S moved even quicker at 21.5 days with an average price of $44,621. The Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Ford Mustang Mach-E also ranked among the fastest sellers.
What’s fueling this shift? Industry analysts point to two key factors. First, pricing has reached a sweet spot, with many used EVs now available in the mid-$20,000 range. Second, the technology has matured. Buyers are getting advanced features and significantly lower operating costs compared to similarly priced gas-powered alternatives, making used EVs an increasingly attractive value proposition.
Chinese Automaker Says Its AI Self-Driving Tech Outperforms Tesla, and Other OEMs Can Use It
Miguel Cortina | Motortrend | 11/10
Chinese automaker Xpeng announced the launch of its upgraded semi-autonomous driving system, VLA 2.0, at its AI Day. This new platform, aimed at competing with Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD), uses advanced AI trained on extensive real-world driving data. Volkswagen will be the first partner to adopt VLA 2.0, which launches in early 2026 and includes a powerful in-house chip. Xpeng’s system requires drivers to stay alert and is provided at no additional cost.
Tesla Launches $60-a-Day Car Rentals Straight from the Dealer with Free Supercharging
Joe Kucinski | Road Track | 11/10
Last month, Tesla launched a new lower-priced “Standard” Model 3 at $38,630, making it the cheapest option in their lineup. However, for $60, you can now rent a Tesla instead of buying. The rental program allows you to try out features like smartphone control, Full Self-Driving (Supervised), and access to the Supercharger network, with rates starting at $60/day for the Model Y and Model 3. Renters must be 21 or older, have a valid license, and can earn a credit toward a new Tesla purchase. This pilot program is limited to a few dealers and runs until the end of the year.
The BIG WIN for auto industry in court against Biden’s EV rule
Lauren Fix | CBT News | 11/10
A recent ruling by the 8th U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned a key policy in the Biden administration’s electric vehicle (EV) agenda. The court found that a Department of Energy (DOE) formula for calculating EV efficiency unfairly inflated fuel economy ratings, disadvantaging gasoline and hybrid vehicles. The case was brought by 13 Republican attorneys general, who argued that the formula misled consumers and gave automakers an unfair regulatory advantage.
This decision requires the DOE to eliminate the flawed formula immediately, impacting how automakers meet federal fuel economy standards. It also encourages more accurate information for consumers, allowing them to make informed choices between EVs and other vehicle types. The ruling signifies a need for federal agencies to operate within legal limits and could influence future automotive policies and regulations.
This Fourth Light Could Finally Free Us From Endless Red Lights
Stephen Rivers | Car Scoops | 11/9
A team of researchers at North Carolina State University has proposed introducing a fourth traffic light color, white, that would allow self-driving vehicles to coordinate intersections more efficiently. When enough autonomous vehicles are present at an intersection, the white light would signal human drivers to simply follow the autonomous vehicles ahead of them, allowing the AVs to operate like mobile controllers that optimize traffic flows.
According to simulations published in the study, this “white phase” system could reduce intersection delays by 3.2% to 94%, and improve overall signal‐timing efficiency by up to 98.9% compared to today’s red‐yellow‐green configuration. The researchers caution, however, that widespread rollout is still distant: full AV penetration is required, and many existing traffic systems would need substantial upgrades before this fourth light could become reality.
