Lectric eBikes is officially rolling into Canada, setting the stage to shape the future of cycling north of the border. Read more…
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Stellantis wants to build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idled Canadian plant
Stellantis is in early talks to assemble electric vehicles from its Chinese partner Leapmotor at the idled Brampton, Ontario plant, according to Bloomberg — a factory that was supposed to be retooled for Jeep production with over $500 million in Canadian government subsidies. Read more…
Qcells wants solar + storage built into every new home
Solar giant Qcells is making a play to get solar and battery storage built into new homes in the US from day one. Read more…
Candela’s new P-12 Business electric ferry is luxury soaring just above the waves
Swedish electric boat maker Candela has just unveiled its latest vessel, the P-12 Business, and it’s aiming to do something that’s long felt overdue: make getting to your destination on the water just as enjoyable as the destination itself. Read more…
Rivian shares production and delivery numbers ahead of full Q1 2026 financial results
American automaker Rivian has posted its production and delivery figures for Q1 of 2026 and has set the date for its full financial report.. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) Q1 2026 deliveries miss expectations at 358,000, builds 50,000 excess vehicles
Tesla released its Q1 2026 production and delivery results today, confirming 358,023 vehicle deliveries — about 7,600 units below the Wall Street consensus of 365,645 vehicles. Read more…
Uber expands EV grant nationwide, offering drivers up to $6,500 in incentives
Six months after transitioning one of its rideshare options to promote more electric rides and offer a grant to riders who switch to an EV, Uber Technologies is expanding the program across the US and adding additional savings. Read more…
FERC: Renewables made up 88% of new US power generating capacity in 2025
Solar accounted for more than 72% of US electrical generating capacity added in 2025, with another 16% from wind, according to belatedly released data from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. Read more…
BYD sold 120,000 NEVs overseas in March, but the EV giant says this is just the start
Even Thailand’s Prime Minister is driving a BYD EV amid surging gas prices. As overseas sales continue to rise, BYD said it’s “highly confident” it can sell 1.5 million new energy vehicles (NEVs) in overseas markets in 2026. Read more…
The world added 692 GW of renewables in 2025 – here’s what it means
The world added a massive 692 gigawatts (GW) of renewable power in 2025, pushing total global capacity to 5,149 GW, according to a new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Read more…
Arc Boats’ new ‘high-octane package’ makes your boat worse for April Fools
It’s April Fools’ Day, also known as the worst day on the internet, where everyone thinks they’re clever with their fake announcements. Read more…
Tesla confirms Model S and Model X production is over — only ~600 left
Elon Musk confirmed today that Tesla has stopped producing the Model S and Model X. Custom orders are no longer accepted, and only about 600 vehicles remain in inventory worldwide. Read more…
Toyota’s electric SUV is suddenly one of America’s top-selling EVs
Toyota sold over 10,000 electric bZ SUVs in the first three months of 2026, beating out GM’s top-selling Chevy Equinox EV. Read more…
Kia unveils US-spec EV3, for sale this year, picking up the ball Volvo dropped
Kia has unveiled the US version of its EV3 small SUV, which has been selling like gangbusters overseas and will come to the American market by the end of this year. Read more…
Subaru announces new Getaway 3-row EV SUV and we got a sneak preview
Subaru just revealed its new Getaway EV, a 420hp three-row SUV. But we got a sneak preview last month in California for the inside scoop. Read more…
Xiaomi hires Tesla’s former head of sales in China to lead its auto retail push
Xiaomi has recruited Kong Yanshuang, formerly Tesla’s General Manager for the China region, to take charge of its growing automotive sales operations. The hire signals a significant professionalization of Xiaomi’s EV retail strategy as the company targets 550,000 deliveries in 2026. Read more…
Hyundai unveils new Ford Bronco-like Boulder SUV Concept [Images]
The Boulder SUV Concept is a preview of Hyundai’s first body-on-frame vehicle set to launch in the US. Here’s our first look at the rugged off-roader. Read more…
Why the Los Angeles Fire Department just added 30 electric motorcycles to its fleet
The Los Angeles Fire Department is adding a new tool to its emergency response arsenal, and it’s not your typical fire truck. The department is rolling out 30 new ERidePro electric motorcycles designed to serve as fast, highly mobile medical response units. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Maintou MTA 519e electric telehandler
With practical lift heights, load capacities, and the ability to run a variety of skid steer attachments, it’s no wonder the telehandler market is growing – and French equipment brand Manitou is hoping their latest all-electric MTA 519e model is going to grow with it. Read more…
NYC just dropped 360 kW chargers where drivers really need them
New York City just added another DC fast-charging hub, and this one is clearly aimed at the drivers who need it most. Read more…
