Arkup, a sustainable and liveable marine vessel developer, has unveiled its latest solar-electric houseboat before it will be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this month. This modular solar yacht can be configured to house up to two bedrooms and baths and can sit stationary or traverse the waters, all without any emissions. Oh, and it has Starlink internet. Read more…
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Arkansas may be sitting on 19 million tons of lithium
Researchers now estimate how much “white gold” may be found in southern Arkansas’s vast lithium reserves: up to 19 million tons, or enough to meet the projected 2030 world demand nine times over. Read more…
A solar farm comes online on a coal ash landfill site in West Virginia
A 5.5-megawatt (MW) solar farm just came online in Rivesville, West Virginia, on a brownfield site near a shuttered coal-burning power station. Read more…
Missed specs from Tesla, EVs help get out the vote, and Ford updates Mach-E
On today’s spooky episode of Quick Charge, Tesla backtracks on the Cybertruck range extender, Ford updates the Mustang Mach-E, and you can now volunteer to help get people to the polls in an electric vehicle. Read more…
North Dakota is ramping up its EV charger installations
The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announced a funding opportunity for DC fast chargers in 16 communities across the state.. Read more…
BYD Shark arrives in Brazil as EV giant bets on market shake-up
China’s BYD launched its first pickup truck in Brazil, the Shark, to challenge the top-selling Toyota Hilux and the Ford Ranger. The Shark will play a significant role in BYD’s ambitions to become a top-selling automaker over the next few years. Read more…
Here’s a look at Hyundai’s new 2025 IONIQ 5 XRT ahead of deliveries
Hyundai’s best-selling electric SUV is getting a facelift. The upgraded 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 features more range, a Tesla NACS charging port, and a new XRT trim. Ahead of deliveries, we are getting a closer look at the new XRT variant. Read more…
Tesla is still unclear on the names of its new autonomous vehicles, files new trademarks
Tesla still appears unclear about the names of its new autonomous vehicles, which were unveiled earlier this month. The automaker has filed for new trademarks. Read more…
Foil.One’s stylish new single passenger electric hydrofoil boat is sure to turn heads on the water
A young Finnish company specializing in hydrodynamic electric watercraft called Foil.One has introduced its flagship product, and it looks cool as hell. The Pegasus is a single-seat electric hydrofoil boat that is as impressive in performance as it is aesthetically pleasing; check it out. Read more…
EcoFlow DELTA Pro station with $468 in free gear at $2,499 in sale, Anker 60Ah power bank station $90, Greenworks, more
We’ve got backup power and winter prepping taking the spotlight in today’s Green Deals, led by EcoFlow’s massive Halloween Sale taking up to 51% off power stations, bundles, smart devices, and accessories through the rest of the month – all while offering a bunch of bonus savings too. You’ll find its popular DELTA Pro Portable Power Station with $468 in free gear down at $2,499, among much more. Next, we have Anker’s PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh Power Bank Station back at its $90 low price for the second time. From there we have two deals on Greenworks winter equipment, with a one-day only sale on the heavy duty 80V 24-inch Cordless Electric Two-Stage Snowblower at $1,400, while the more compact 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel is down at $250. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage.. Read more…
Real life transformer: This Chinese EV shifts from an SUV to a pickup for just $28,000
You can now buy a real-life transformer in China. Changan Auto launched the Nevo E07, an electric SUV that converts to a pickup truck at the push of a button. The all-electric transformer starts at around $28,000. Read more…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz – A joyful throwback to the future
Driving the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz was an experience that left a lasting impression. This all-electric micro bus seamlessly fuses the charm of the classic VW minibus with today’s EV tech, creating something truly unique on the road. Everywhere I drove this ID Buzz, it stopped people in their tracks and everyone had questions about it. Having the chance to be one of the first to drive this iconic vehicle was very exciting and I have some thoughts. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz opens new battery recycling plant that recovers ‘96%’ of battery materials
Mercedes-Benz just opened Europe’s first battery recycling plant using an innovative process that the automaker says enables recycling rate to more than 96%, all in-house and ready to be used in future Mercedes EVs. Read more…
ZEEKR begins mass production of its new MIX EV ahead of its official launch this week
Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR has officially begun mass production of its 5th model, the MIX. The start of production in China comes mere days before ZEEKR launches the new MIX EV during a livestream event, where we will learn more about the ins and outs of this uniquely designed vehicle. Read more…
BYD and auto tech giant Forvia team up to take on Europe
China’s largest EV maker has ambitious plans to become a true player in Europe. After expanding its partnership with auto tech giant Forvia, BYD expects to rapidly gain market share in the region. Read more…
The EU spends billions subsidizing ICE company cars
As Europe pushes to phase out fossil fuels, a new study finds that, ironically, the EU is pouring billions of dollars a year into subsidizing ICE company cars – to the tune of $42 billion ($45.60 billion) a year. How is this even legal. Read more…
Tesla Model Y refresh starts production Oct 22, says Chinese social media
Tesla is preparing to enter limited trial production of the new Model Y “Juniper” refresh in its Shanghai factory on October 22nd, according to a Chinese car blogger. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Milwaukee M18 FUEL dual battery electric chainsaw
Milwaukee Tool’s new M18 FUEL dual-battery electric chainsaw makes up to 5.8 hp – that’s the equivalent of 70 cc of ICE power to deliver faster cutting, fewer stalls, and a more balanced weight distribution for better control. Read more…
Liebherr announces pilot for world’s first large hydrogen wheel loader
Construction and mining equipment giant Liebherr calls its hydrogen-powered wheel loader the first of its kind in the world. Now, the company says its loader will be part of a pilot project at the Kanzelstein quarry in Gratkorn, Austria. Read more…
EV owners volunteer to drive voters to the polls in 11 states (and you can too)
The US election is coming soon, with early and mail-in voting already open in several states. But for people who don’t have transportation to get to polling places, help might come in the form of a ride from an electric vehicle – and if you live in one of these 11 states, you can volunteer to help. Read more…

