Volkswagen launched its new ID.UNYX electric SUV in China on Wednesday. Starting under $30,000, VW’s new electric SUV is set to compete against top-selling EVs in an intensifying market. The electric SUV is the first to wear the golden logo from its new sub-brand as VW looks to take on BYD and Tesla in the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
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Genesis to launch hybrids ASAP after it ‘overachieved’ with EVs
The Korean luxury brand wants to bring hybrids to market as soon as possible. Genesis revealed plans to launch hybrids for “as many models as possible.” The comments come after Genesis “overachieved” with EVs, according to the brand’s director of vehicle development, Tyrone Johnson. Read more…
Tesla claims a 95% automated production at Gigafactory Shanghai
Tesla claims that it is now achieving “95% automated production” at Gigafactory Shanghai with recent updates. Read more…
Ioniq 5 & EV6 spotted with native NACS port, Hyundai confirms 2024 release
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 have been spotted at a supercharger, but not charging with an adapter – this time they were using a native NACS port, suggesting native NACS support could be coming soon. Read more…
EGO Power+ 56V self-propelled mower, Eve Aqua controller, AeroGarden Harvest 2.0 – all at all-time lows, with even more
We’re coming up on the home stretch of Amazon’s Prime Day deals, with the 2-day savings event ending tonight. Today’s Green Deals are all at their lowest prices to lend you a helping hand out in the yard and/or garden, with the headliner being the EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch Select Cut self-propelled lawn mower that has returned to its $530 low. It is joined by the Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller that is hitting a new $80 low, as well as AeroGarden’s Harvest 2.0 Indoor Hydroponic Garden System at a new $50 low. Plus, all the Amazon Prime Day Green Deals that have been collected together in our Prime Day hub here, which you can also find down at the bottom of the page. Time is running out to take advantage of all these insane price cuts – don’t dawdle. Read more…
Europe meets Texas? The MOD Berlin electric bike seeks to find the best of both
The Austin, Texas-based electric bike maker MOD Bikes has just announced the launch of its latest model, the new MOD Berlin e-bike. It may be a commuter-class electric bike, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t come ready to compete. Read more…
Ferrari’s first EV hits the road for testing ahead of its official launch
Ferrari promises its first electric vehicle will be built “the right way” as the Italian luxury sports car maker preps for a new era. Ahead of its official debut, Ferrari’s first EV is already out for testing. Read more…
Elon Musk might give up on Tesla’s 4680 battery cell by the end of the year
Elon Musk might give up on Tesla’s 4680 battery cell if the situation doesn’t improve by the end of the year. Read more…
Jaguar to end EV production with Magna Steyr as it transitions into a more exclusive luxury brand
Jaguar-Land Rover has decided not to renew its production contract with Magna Steyr as it looks to transition from a “mass premium” brand to a luxury EV automaker in 2025. This is the latest OEM to drop Magna Steyr, which is now expanding its search for new clients to other global automakers. Read more…
Battery-swapping leader Gogoro to begin sales of electric scooters in Singapore
Singapore is the latest stop on Gogoro’s worldwide expansion tour, bringing the company’s industry-leading battery swapping to local riders and expanding the sale of its electric scooters in the local market. Read more…
Ioniq 5 & EV6 spotted supercharging, native NACS coming soon?
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 have been spotted at a supercharger, but not charging with an adapter – this time they were using a native NACS port, suggesting native NACS support could be coming soon. Read more…
Tesla Supercharger deployment is already slowing down in critical time
Tesla Supercharger deployment has already greatly slowed down compared to the same period last year and it is coming at a critical time for the charging network. Read more…
Here’s our first look at the inside of Kia’s new electric van [Video]
With the launch of Kia’s first electric van nearing, we are finally starting to see the PV5 out in the wild testing. The inside of Kia’s electric van was recently captured for the first time, giving us a closer look at what we can expect. Check out the video below. Read more…
More EVs = more mining = more equipment, but not necessarily more miners
In this special, second vacation episode of Quick Charge, we explore the historic dive in global diesel demand, and how the proliferation of EVs large and small is driving growth in the global mining industry – which, in turn, is driving growth in both the electric & autonomous mining equipment markets. Read more…
Tesla launches new Cybertruck tailgate shield and jumpseats
Tesla has launched two new Cybertruck accessories: a tailgate shield and jumpseats that attach to the tailgate. Read more…
Score deals on the AC70 Power Station and other BLUETTI products during Prime Day
It’s now July, which means Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale is on the horizon. With summer in full swing and fall just around the corner, now is the perfect time to stock up on portable power solutions from BLUETTI, like its AC70 power station, and plenty of other surprise deals promised to pop up during this year’s Prime Day. Learn more below. Read more…
Genesis Electrified GV70 gains Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in 2025
Genesis is upgrading its best-selling EV in the US with new features. The 2025 Genesis Electrifed GV70 is gaining Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as the all-electric luxury SUV continues winning over US buyers. Read more…
Ford is launching an all-electric Puma EV: Here’s what we know so far
An all-electric Ford Puma is expected to arrive by the end of this year. Based on the new Ford Puma, the EV version is expected to start at under $40,000 with distinct elements to help it stand apart. Read more…
China is on track to reach its clean energy targets this month… six years ahead of schedule
China, the world’s largest pollution emitter, is going green with clean energy alternatives and doing so quickly. Recent energy reports detail the nation’s commitment to implementing solar and wind power, so much so that it is expected to achieve its 2030 clean energy targets by the end of the month. Read more…
Genesis is launching an exclusive luxury EV platform to close the gap with Tesla
The luxury brand taking the US by storm has a new secret weapon. Genesis is developing a new EV platform to challenge luxury rivals like Tesla and BMW. Unlike the GV60, the new Genesis EV platform is expected to be brand exclusive, separate from Hyundai models. Read more…