Scooter Doll reviews Chevy’s new, affordable Equinox 5-passenger crossover, Volkswagen’s US dealers don’t think the company’s flagship ID.7 EV is going to be able to compete with Hyundai and Tesla, and Elon Musk’s plans to move Tesla from Delaware to Texas really, definitely, pinky-swear, have nothing to do with him trying to get his hands on $56 billion. All this and more on today’s episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
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New York is first in the US to deploy the Home Energy Rebates program
New York has become the first state to launch the Home Energy Rebates program, which helps low- and middle-income households save up to $14,000 on energy-efficiency upgrades. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Seederal 160 hp electric tractor gets real
French start-up Seederal recently unveiled its first electric tractor prototype during, just one year after announcing its first round of funding. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) CEO warns of ‘messy’ Q2, talks R2 and Tesla NACS
After shutting down its plant for upgrades, EV maker Rivian (RIVN) is warning that Q2 could be “messy.” Rivian’s CEO, RJ Scaringe, warned that Q2 will be messy at a fireside chat Thursday. Scaringe also discussed Tesla NACS adaptors and Rivian’s upcoming R2 and R3 vehicles. Read more…
MOD Cargo: I tested the new Texas-based cargo electric bike for the whole family
MOD Bikes is a bit of a different type of electric bike maker, marching to the beat of its own drum, which helps the company stand out in a sea of newly released e-bikes. Look no further than the company’s popular sidecar electric bike or their own in-house designed street chargers for e-bikes. It’s obvious that MOD isn’t using the same playbook as everyone else. Read more…
Daimler Truck North America pairs up with Li-Cycle to recycle its EV batteries
Daimler Truck North America has partnered with Li-Cycle to recycle its end-of-life lithium-ion EV batteries. Read more…
Mustang Mach-E Rally first drive: Ford is getting more comfortable with EVs
I had the chance to drive the updated Mustang Mach-E, including the new top-of-the-line Rally version, and I think it marks an important step for Ford, or more specifically, Ford Model e. Read more…
Volkswagen US dealers question if the new ID.7 EV can compete amid delays
For those of you waiting to get your hands on Volkswagen’s new all-electric ID.7 sedan, you will have to wait (at least) a little longer. VW is delaying the ID.7 launch in the US as dealers express caution. Read more…
Tesla is preparing to get Full Self-Driving package approved in China
According to a new report, Tesla is preparing to get Full Self-Driving (FSD) package approved in China – starting with employee vehicles. Read more…
Stellantis to take on BYD with new affordable EV launching in the UK, starting at $28,000
A new EV is set for the UK to rival BYD and other low-cost Chinese automakers entering the market. Starting at $28,000 (£21,990), the new Citroen e-C3 will be one of the most affordable EVs in the UK. Read more…
Chevy Equinox EV first drive: GM may have cracked the code in delivering a quality SUV that’s affordable [Video]
Chevy is finally beginning sales of its long-anticipated Equinox EV, but before then, I got an invite to Detroit to test it out for myself. I was admittedly skeptical of this EV, but once I got behind the wheel, I realized that the new Equinox is a well-built model with plenty of features and enticing pricing to boot. Be sure to check out my driving impressions in the full video below. Read more…
Archer Aviation finds a partner to commercialize eVTOL travel in Korea, demo flights coming in Q4
Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Archer Aviation is continuing to lay the global groundwork for commercial operations in a new territory: South Korea. The next-generation aircraft specialist has announced a new partnership with Korea’s leading mobility-as-a-service company, KaKaoMobility, to participate in the country’s Grand Challenge and bring eVTOL travel to the region quickly. Read more…
Tesla reassures judge that move to Texas won’t affect Elon’s compensation case
Tesla has successfully reassured a Delaware judge that its attempted incorporation move to Texas won’t affect Elon Musk’s CEO compensation case. Read more…
$20,000 VW, Kia sets sales records, and Tesla in Mexico | Quick Charge
Volkswagen is bringing a $22,000 electric car to market, how Kia going all in on EVs is impacting its sales, and Mexico still thinks it’s getting a Tesla gigafactory. All this and more on Quick Charge (by Electrek). Read more…
Volkswagen just teased us with design details of the new Transporter van
Volkswagen just shared the first design details of the seventh generation of BEV and PHEV Transporter van – here’s what we learned.. Read more…
New York City is about to get its largest battery storage project
New York City’s largest battery storage facility will replace a natural gas peaker plant unit retiring in 2025. Read more…
BYD’s workforce nearly doubles Toyota’s amid China’s booming EV market
As EV sales surge in China, BYD’s workforce has expanded rapidly, adding nearly 500,000 employees since 2019. BYD’s workforce is now roughly double that of Toyota’s as China’s EV leader expands overseas. Read more…
Mexico still believes Tesla Gigafactory is coming despite change of plans
The Mexican state of Nuevo León still believes that the previously announced Tesla Gigafactory is coming despite a recent change of plans. Read more…
Is the new Cadillac Optiq the entry-level luxury electric SUV we’ve been waiting for?
Cadillac unveiled its most affordable luxury EV so far, the 2025 Optiq, on Wednesday. Cadillac’s new Optiq is the “new luxury entry point” for EV buyers, but can it keep up with Tesla’s Model Y. Read more…
Save $300 on Worx’s Landroid robot mower, 1-day sales on Anker 522 Powerhouse and Rexing EV charger extension cable, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is the return of the Worx Landroid S 20V Robotic Lawn Mower at $700. It is joined by two one-day sales from Best Buy, the first being Anker’s SOLIX 522 Powerhouse Portable Power Station for $189, as well as the 17-foot Rexing J1772 Extension Charging Cable at $110. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals – including all the leftover Memorial Day discounts that are still alive and well. Read more…
