The walls are closing on Tesla’s claim that millions of its vehicles with Hardware 3 (HW3) computers will be capable of unsupervised self-driving. . Read more…
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Renault unveils its R4 E-Tech electric SUV with a ‘sub-€30K’ price tag
At the Paris auto show this week, Renault unveiled its latest all-electric offering, the Renault 4 E-Tech, a nod to the brand’s 1960’s Renault 4L hatchback – one of its greatest bestsellers. Read more…
Zero Labs unveils electric Land Rover conversion that goes 120 mph as ‘the anti-Cybertruck’
EV conversion specialist Zero Labs is back with a reimagined all-electric design on the classic Land Rover Series 109. This 2025 conversion features Zero Labs’ proprietary Generation 4 EV platform and nearly 4,000 design upgrades for enhanced safety and performance. Oh, and this iconic box on wheels can go 120 mph. Read more…
This is the 2025 VW ID. Buzz’s Electrify America charging package
Volkswagen of America and Electrify America today announced a three-year charging plan for the 2025 ID. Buzz.. Read more…
French energy giant Engie to shut down EVBox
France’s Engie says it will liquidate the entire EVBox group, which the company says posted total losses of €800 million since Engie took over in 2017. Read more…
Nevada is getting the world’s first lithium-sulfur battery gigafactory
Supermaterials trailblazer Lyten will invest over $1 billion to build the world’s first lithium-sulfur battery gigafactory in Reno, Nevada.. Read more…
Worrying signs point to potential bankruptcy at major electric motorcycle maker
Energica, Europe’s leading electric motorcycle maker and often considered ‘the Ducati of e-motorcycles’, appears to be in financial distress. New reports from local media indicate that the Italian motorcycle maker may be headed for collapse. Read more…
Hyundai wants to develop industry-leading 300Wh/kg LFP batteries for affordable EVs
To be the best, you must beat the best. Hyundai Motor is developing ultra-high-capacity LFP batteries to power upcoming low-cost Hyundai and Kia electric vehicles. Aiming for an energy density of around 300 Wh/kg, Hyundai’s LFP batteries would top China’s CATL and BYD. Read more…
GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower price [update]
The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is still a rare sight on US roads, but that hasn’t stopped GM from rolling out the 2025 version with up to 440 miles of range … and a base price that’s $10,000 lower than the ’24. Read more…
China debuts a record-smashing 26 MW offshore wind turbine
China’s Dongfang Electric Corporation has rolled out a 26-megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine, the world’s largest in both capacity and size. Read more…
Kia’s new EV4 looks like the affordable electric car we’ve been waiting for [Video]
With its debut just around the corner, Kia’s new EV4 has been spotted testing in the Alps, offering a glimpse at what could be the brand’s next big hit. At first glance, this electric car could be the one we’ve been waiting for. Check out the video below. Read more…
Tesla trademarks ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’
Tesla has trademarked ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’ – giving us a better idea of the vehicles’ names, which were somehow unclear despite the unveiling event last week. Read more…
Kia just made this ‘world first’ EV3 accessory out of plastic from the ocean
Kia doesn’t just build EVs for a cleaner future. The company wants to be a complete sustainable mobility solutions provider. As part of its efforts, Kia introduced a new “world first” EV3 accessory made from plastic found in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It’s the first genuine Kia accessory made using reclaimed ocean plastic. Read more…
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor unveils B10 SUV to be sold globally and priced between $14K and 21K
Less than a month after initially teasing a camouflaged version of its new, all-electric B10 SUV, Leapmotor and joint venture partner Stellantis have officially unveiled the latest model in Paris before it goes on sale globally at an enticing starting price between $14,000 and $21,000. Read more…
Lectric XP 3.0 long-range camping e-bike bundle $1,299, Bluetti ongoing Prime sale, Electric Bike Co. models $200 off, more
This week’s Green Deals is led by a short-term flash sale on Lectric’s XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike that comes with $507 in free camping gear for $1,299. Next, we have Bluetti’s ongoing sale that began last week and is continuing the savings from Prime Day, with the AC200L Portable Power Station still sitting at its $1,199 low as a result – and even some exclusive member discounts too. Electric Bike Co. has also taken $200 off its ready-designed stock e-bikes, with a bonus promotion that gives you $383 in fee gear, all starting from $1,399. Bringing up the rear is a bunch of AeroGarden indoor hydroponic systems that are getting big post-Prime discounts, with the Harvest 2.0 beating out last week’s rate at $52. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like Friday’s $500 discount on the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, and more – all collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend. Read more…
John Deere updates electric mower with bigger deck, double batteries
The new John Deere Z370R Electric ZTrak zero turn residential electric riding mower promises to deliver the power and performance Deere’s ICE customers expect in a quiet, maintenance-free electric package. Read more…
Mexico is already building its own cheap EVs that will rival China
Mexico is done importing cheap EVs from China and India as it plows ahead with a prototype of its own. The country’s new President, Claudia Sheinbaum, said automakers plan to develop multiple models as it builds a domestic supply chain. Read more…
Rosenbauer opens the order books on Panther 6×6 electric fire truck [video]
Austrian emergency vehicle manufacturer Rosenbauer has officially opened the order books on its latest electric fire truck. Meet the Panther 6×6 electric aircraft rescue and fire fighter (ARFF). Read more…
Price parity is here: new Stellantis crossover is the same price, EV or ICE
The newest midsize crossover in Stellantis’ European lineup is available in five or seven-passenger configurations with either mild hybrid ICE or BEV drivetrain configurations – but that’s not the interesting part. The interesting part is this: whether you go with gas or electric, the price you pay remains the same. (!. Read more…
GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower starting price
The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is still a rare sight on US roads, but that hasn’t stopped GM from rolling out the 2025 version with up to 440 miles of range … and a base price that’s $10,000 lower than the ’24. Read more…