Nissan will begin building updated LEAF models at its Sunderland, UK plant later this year. Ahead of its arrival, Nissan scored a new supply deal with JATCO for EV powertrains that will be built at a nearby facility. The parts will be used for the new LEAF and other upcoming Nissan EVs. Read more…
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Texans can now join a VPP and get 2 sonnen batteries at no upfront cost
A groundbreaking new Virtual Power Plant Power Purchase Agreement (VPA) provides Texans with solar panels and two 20 kWh sonnen batteries at no upfront cost. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 charges faster on a Tesla Supercharger than a Model 3 does
With the release of Hyundai’s 2025 Ioniq 5 with native NACS port, owners are heading to Tesla Superchargers to see how the experience is. And it turns out, the away team is beating the home team at charging speed… at least in some metrics. Read more…
Hyundai is offering a free ChargePoint EV charger for 2025 IONIQ 5 customers
Buy or lease the new 2025 IONIQ 5, and Hyundai will give you a free ChargePoint Level 2 EV charger. Or, you can choose a $400 charging credit. That’s a pretty sweet deal, with leases starting as low as $199 per month. Here’s how you can snag the offer. Read more…
Tesla says a new way to clean cameras are coming
Tesla announced on X that it is working on a new way to keep the cameras clean on the Cybertruck. Read more…
As Biden heads out, $43.7M goes to 25 EV charging accelerator projects
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation’s Communities Taking Charge Accelerator has awarded $43.7 million to 25 innovative EV charging projects across the US. Read more…
Tesla throttles down Cybertruck production, shift workers to Model Y
Tesla is throttling down Cybertruck production as it shifts workers to Model Y production because inventory of the electric pickup truck is piling up. Read more…
Tesla boycott is gaining momentum in Germany due to Elon Musk’s meddling in politics
A boycott of Tesla vehicles is gaining momentum in Germany due to Elon Musk’s consistent meddling in the country’s politics and promotion of a fringe far-right party. Read more…
BYD launches its first EV in Korea starting at just $21,500: can it rival Hyundai and Kia
BYD officially launched its popular Atto 3 in South Korea this week, its first EV to hit the market. The electric SUV starts at just over $21,500 in Korea, but with subsidies, prices could fall to under $14,000. Can it compete with low-cost EVs from Hyundai and Kia With several top-selling electric cars en route, BYD looks to win over buyers. Read more…
Save $699 on Rad Power e-bikes with free gear from $1,099, 24-hour EcoFlow 50% off flash sale, Heybike Ranger S bundle $1,099, more
Today’s Green deals are bringing you three flash sales with some big savings – two on e-bikes, one on power stations. Leading the group is Rad Power’s flash sale with two end dates (January 20 and January 29), price cuts, free accessory offers, and free extra battery opportunities across many models, like the RadRunner 2 Utility e-bike at $1,299 and coming with an extra battery for double the travel distance, among others. We then have a 24-hour flash sale from EcoFlow that is taking up to 50% off three of the brand’s most popular power stations, starting with the DELTA 2 Portable Power Station with a free waterproof bag at $499. At the rear is Heybike’s Ranger S Folding e-bike with $208 in free gear at $1,099 through the weekend. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $1,500 in savings on Jackery’s flagship solar generator bundle, the deals on Aiper’s robotic pool cleaners, and more.. Read more…
Polestar expects profits in 2025 with 5 GT launch, confirms Polestar 7 will be an entry level compact SUV
Swedish and Chinese EV automaker Polestar has shared an updated business strategy, looking to 2025 and beyond as its next chapter in growth. Per the release detailed below, Polestar is expecting increased sales volume, especially as its long-promised Polestar 5 GT is set to launch this year. Additionally, the automaker confirmed its Polestar 7 model will be a compact SUV and its most affordable BEV to date. Read more…
Oregon law seeks to ban many street-legal electric bicycles from bike lanes
A new bill submitted to the Oregon Legislative Assembly seeks to ban street-legal Class 3 electric bicycles from bike lanes in the state. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) set to receive billions in US funding for its new EV plant in Georgia
Ahead of Trump’s return to the White House, Rivian (RIVN) is set to receive what’s expected to be around $6.6 billion in funding for its second EV manufacturing plant. The new facility will be home to Rivian’s more affordable midsize R2 electric SUV. Read more…
Meet the new Genesis Electrified GV70: A refined SUV with more range and style
Genesis officially launched the updated Electrified GV70 in Korea, starting at just over $50,000. The new electric SUV now has a bigger battery for more driving range, added luxury, and even more style. Check out the new Genesis GV70 EV below. Read more…
LiveWire Alpinista unveiled as newest electric motorcycle from Harley offshoot
LiveWire, the electric motorcycle brand spun out of Harley-Davidson, has just announced its latest electric motorcycle model. The new LiveWire S2 Alpanista is built on the same platform as the brand’s last two models, leveraging the Arrow platform as a versatile foundation for several diverse bikes. Read more…
Check out Range Rover’s mid-size electric SUV spotted with a stylish new look [Images]
With its official debut coming up, Range Rover’s upcoming mid-size electric SUV was caught rocking a sleek new design. The smaller Range Rover EV is shaping up to be a potential challenger to the Porsche Macan Electric. Check out the latest images below. Read more…
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Kia’s Tesla Supercharger access is late, but some owners found a way to charge
Today was supposed to be the day that Kia owners gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, but on Monday the brand announced that access would be delayed until spring. However, some owners have figured out a way to charge on Superchargers already. Read more…
Tesla claims Cybertruck is ‘best-selling electric pickup’ without even confiming sales
Tesla is now claiming that Cybertruck was the ‘best-selling electric pickup in US’ last year despite not even reporting the number of deliveries. Read more…
In December, EV sales were still up and incentives were still sweet – Kelley Blue Book
EV sales kept up their momentum in December 2024, with incentives playing a big role, according to the latest Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book report. Read more…

