A Youtuber has turned a Tesla Cybertruck into a Warthog, famous from the video game Halo, with a working machine gun on top. Read more…
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XPeng’s new MONA M03 EV nabs 30,000 orders in first 48 hours as deliveries commence
Just days after officially launching orders of its new MONA M03 EV in China, XPeng Motors is seeing huge customer interest as deliveries begin. The Chinese automaker reported the M03 garnered over 30,000 orders in its first 48 hours on sale.. Read more…
Yadea Elite Prime review: The full-suspension e-scooter you’d never guess is so powerful
All of Yadea’s latest full-suspension electric scooters are slick-looking machines. Nicely contoured cast frames, dual swingarms for the complete suspension package, and single-side supported wheels make the scooters look like they’re floating at just the right angle. But it’s the most powerful model of the bunch that packs the biggest surprise. Behind the cute exterior of the Yadea Elite Prime is a veritable wolf in sheep’s clothing, offering up to 1,500W of power in a scooter that looks like it belongs behind a leggy model in a Paris fashion shoot. Read more…
The US government opens up more federal lands for solar – to 31 million acres
The Biden administration has finalized a plan to expand solar on 31 million acres of federal lands in 11 western states.. Read more…
ZEEKR 7X debuts in China ahead of deliveries next month before hitting global EV markets [Video]
Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR is inching closer to the first deliveries of its new 7X EV. The classically styled five-seat SUV is peppered without advanced technology inside and out and will hit “global markets” as a new EV model that brings the luxury of premium models to consumers at an affordable price… we’re just not sure what that price is yet.. Read more…
Interest in EVs just hit a record in the US with big discounts, more affordable options
Massive discounts and new lower-priced models are making electric vehicles more affordable, helping draw in buyers. According to the latest JD Power EV Index data, interest in EVs hit a new yearly high in July, with over a quarter of shoppers “very likely” to go electric for their next vehicle. Read more…
All-electric Seagliders are about to take flight in the US
REGENT received approval from the US Coast Guard to begin testing its all-electric Seaglider. The Seaglider combines the speed of an aircraft with the convenience of a boat for faster, more affordable travel. Testing will begin later this year, with the first planned flights in early 2025. Read more…
Tesla Model Y refresh planned for Q1 2025, supply chain report claims
A new report from the Tesla supply chain in China claims that the Tesla Model Y refresh is planned for Q1 2025. Read more…
Rivian announces “Rivian Rewards,” a referral program for Rivian owners
Rivian has launched a referral program, allowing owners and purchasers to gain discounted gear or free charging through use of their Rivian referral code – or, with enough referrals, even an “almost”-free Rivian vehicle. Read more…
Driivz expands in the US EV charging market with a new HQ
Global EV charging software maker Driivz has officially opened its US headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina.. Read more…
Chevy gains a new EV commercial van: GM’s BrightDrop
Chevy is expanding its EV portfolio with electric commercial vans. GM announced it’s moving BrightDrop under the Chevrolet brand. The move comes after rival Ford revealed plans for a new “digitally advanced” commercial EV van as part of its shifting electrified strategy. Read more…
Volvo’s cheapest EV is taking Europe by storm: Will it do the same in the US?
Volvo’s smallest and cheapest EV, the EX30, is already changing the game in Europe. Will it have the same impact in the US. Read more…
Pebble cuts ribbon on new HQ and production facility where it will build its Flow electric RV
Less than a year after unveiling its innovative electric RV called the Flow, Pebble has announced a new company milestone for its business and production going forward. The company has officially opened a new headquarters and production facility in California as it looks to finally bring the Flow to market. Read more…
Why are Sur Ron-style electric motorbikes so dang popular with teens today?
In recent years, Sur Ron-style electric trail bikes have surged in popularity among young riders across the US. These lightweight, nimble, and powerful machines are quickly becoming the go-to choice for adrenaline-seeking youth, and there are several reasons behind this trend. Read more…
Polestar (PSNY) reports weaker Q2 deliveries following CEO’s sudden departure
Polestar (PSNY) stock is up over 15% on Thursday despite reporting fewer Q2 deliveries than last year. With a new CEO taking over and two new electric SUVs hitting the market, the Swedish EV brand expects things around. Quickly. Read more…
ChargePoint implements AI to quickly spot charger issues and improve uptime for EV owners
EV charging network ChargePoint announced it is recruiting artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite the diagnosis and repair process of downed chargers. ChargePoint describes the new AI-powered driver support tool as the first of its kind in the EV charging industry, and it will help improve uptime and dependability issues across the network. Read more…
Gone in 60 seconds: Denver’s latest e-bike vouchers scooped up in a minute
Electric bicycle rebate programs, which often provide vouchers or tax credits to help offset the cost of an electric bike for local residents, are becoming increasingly popular around the US. The city of Denver’s own program, which was one of the first in the country, has now become a victim of its own success. Read more…
Cybertruck fire, 550 mile Hyundai IONIQ9, and school solar
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, a second Tesla Cybertruck has caught fire – this time after hitting a fire hydrant! In other news Hyundai rolls out an extended range EV with three rows of seats and 500 miles of range, and school solar is having its moment. Read more…
China is here: SANY electric excavator arrives in the West
The SANY SY215E electric excavator is the brand’s first medium-sized electric excavator to be marketed outside China. The company chose the Netherlands – known for its pioneering attitudes when it comes to electric equipment – for the first stop on its European tour. Read more…
bZ4X might be your best chance to score a Labor Day deal on a new Toyota
Toyota hybrids are a hot commodity right now, and we haven’t seen any newsworthy holiday discount deals from Toyota in years. That said, the bZ4X EV might be the best deal in Toyota’s Labor Day lineup. Read more…

