ChargePoint just made it easier for small businesses and multifamily housing to offer EV charging. The company introduced the ChargePoint Essential cloud plan that eliminates traditional software subscription fees by using driver payments to cover costs. Read more…
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Toyota’s production falls for the first time in 4 years as slow EV shift proves costly
Japan’s largest automaker is struggling as low-priced Chinese EV makers, like BYD, continue gaining an edge. Toyota’s global output fell for the first time in four years in the first half of 2024. Is the company’s slow shift to EVs to blame. Read more…
Traton Group and Plus launch Level 4 autonomous truck operations in the US and Europe
Following news of a long-term partnership with several commercial fleet developers under the Traton Group, including initial Level 4 autonomous truck testing on public roads, Plus has deployed its self-driving commercial fleet technology in the US and Europe. Read more…
Jeep Recon EV looks a lot like the Ford Bronco as the camo comes off
Jeep’s new Wrangler-inspired electric SUV is almost ready for its big debut. The new Jeep Recon EV was spotted with hardly any camouflage, revealing a new Ford Bronco lookalike. Read more…
Tesla launches new Powerwall 3 expansion units that slash installation times
Tesla has launched its new Powerwall 3 expansion units that can slash installation times by roughly half. Read more…
Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is almost here as new IONIQ 9 teaser drops
Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is almost here. Ahead of its official debut in November, Hyundai released a new teaser of the larger IONIQ 9, giving us a sneak peek at the highly anticipated SUV. Read more…
Could McLaren go all-electric? UAE fund agrees to purchase 100% of the auto business to accelerate its growth
An Abu Dhabi-based investment firm has entered a non-binding agreement to buy 100% of McLaren’s automotive business, including a stake in the McLaren Group. The purchase goal is to bring additional capital to McLaren to accelerate its growth in vehicle development, particularly in electric vehicle technologies. If approved, could McLaren become the next supercar developer to go all-electric. Read more…
BYD just had a record-breaking third quarter as EV sales continued surging
With some of the most affordable EVs on the market, BYD’s sales are surging. With record-breaking vehicle sales in Q3, BYD outpaced Tesla for the first time in quarterly revenue. Read more…
Here’s what to know about Europe’s new vote on Chinese tariffs
It’s official: The European Union is moving ahead with increased tariffs on Chinese-made EVs to as much as 45.3% – in an effort to save its auto industry from total demise. Question is, will it even matter to a powerhouse like BYD. Read more…
Volkswagen to shut EV factory in Brussels
Days after Volkswagen announced it was closing three factories in Germany – a first for the company – the carmaker will now officially close its Audi plant in Brussels where it makes the Audi Q8 E-Tron in a few months. Read more…
Lucid Gravity arrives, Xiaomi sets records, and a Supercharged Polestar
On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge, Lucid proves than an EV company can keep its promises while Xiaomi teams up with Chevrolet and Honda to prove – at least conceptually – that records are made to be broken. Read more…
Tesla plans to deliver an extra ~500,000 electric cars next year, here’s how
Tesla disclosed that it is planning to return to growth in vehicle deliveries next year with an extra ~500,000 electric cars. Read more…
2025 Chevy Silverado EV LT finally arriving at dealerships as orders open
The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV LT is finally arriving at dealerships nationwide as orders open online. Although already impressive, Chevy “set the bar even higher” with the 2025MY electric pickup, giving it more range, lower prices, and new trim options. Read more…
Kia’s Tasman unveil offers a glimpse at what an all-electric pickup may look like
Kia has officially unveiled its first pickup truck, the Tasman before it hits global markets. Due to its worldwide availability, Kia will offer the Tasman in several powertrain configurations, including a diesel model. However, the Korean automaker is also developing two new all-electric pickups that will be sold in the US. Today’s images offer a look at what a BEV Kia pickup may look like. Read more…
Velotric 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike $1,199 with bonus savings, ALLPOWERS solar power bank $75, Worx, Goal Zero, more
Leading today’s Green Deals is Velotric’s 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike at $1,199, which also has some bundle savings options for either add-on gear or buying two e-bikes together. Next, ALLPOWERS’ Halloween sale takes 41% off power banks, stations, and solar generator bundles, like the PB100 24,000mAh Power Bank that comes with a 21W solar panel for a new $75 low. There’s a bunch of great Worx lawn care and garden care equipment seeing some major savings at the moment, and also Goal Zero’s Yeti 1000X Portable Power Station hitting a new $489 low. Bringing up the rear is the one-day flash sale on EcoFlow’s WAVE 2 Portable AC/Heater that has dropped costs to its $899 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Lectric XPedition e-bike savings, GE’s smart combo washer/dryer, and more. Read more…
The US’s first Atlantic floating offshore wind lease sale raises $21.9 million
The Atlantic coast’s first floating offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Maine resulted in two provisional winners and $21.9 million in winning bids, with four lease areas awarded. Read more…
An all-electric Plymouth? Stellantis teases new EV conversion kit and more
Is Plymouth due for an electric revival? Not exactly. But you may have the opportunity to convert one for yourself soon. Stellantis gave us a sneak peek with the 1967 Plymouth GTX Electromod concept. Read more…
Here’s our first look at the Cadillac Lyriq-V electric SUV, arriving early 2025
GM’s luxury brand is launching a new performance electric SUV early next year. The Cadillac Lyriq-V will be the first all-electric SUV to wear the V-Series badge, GM’s benchmark for performance and innovation. Read more…
Audi introduces cheaper version of its upcoming A6 electric sedan
Audi is expanding the line-up of its upcoming A6 electric sedan by introducing new entry-level versions. Read more…
BYD to launch its smallest EV in Australia, hinting at low-cost Seagull arrival
Is BYD bringing its cheapest EV to another overseas market? BYD will officially launch an electric car even smaller than the Dolphin in Australia, hinting it could be the low-cost Seagull EV. Read more…
