Two years after first announcing its P7 EV platform, REE Automotive has achieved US certification for the first-ever vehicle that operates entirely through steer-by-wire, brake-by-wire, and drive-by-wire technology. Following the achievement, REE has begun deliveries of its P7-C electric truck. Read more…
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Good news – the world has a real chance of achieving its goal of tripling renewables by 2030
The world added 50% more renewable capacity in 2023 than in 2022 –and that means it has a real chance of achieving the goal set by governments at the COP28 climate change conference of tripling global capacity by 2030. Read more…
Volkswagen has ‘all the ingredients’ to succeed as the US shifts to EVs, but will it?
Volkswagen’s CFO Arno Antlitz said Europe’s largest automaker has “all the ingredients” for success as the US auto industry shifts to electric. Despite this, VW is seeing reluctance for its EVs in Europe and potentially in the US as well.. Read more…
Tesla Model 3s from Hertz are going for as low as $14,000
Hertz is starting to sell some of its Tesla Model 3s and they are going for pretty cheap – as low as $14,000 with the used EV tax credit. Read more…
Hyundai-Kia surge past Ford, GM to take second in US EV sales in 2023
Hyundai and Kia placed second in the US EV market behind Tesla after a record sales year in 2023. The Korean automakers surged past Ford and GM with stylish, functional EVs built for the modern era. Read more…
This map shows where North Carolina’s first NEVI EV charging stations will be
North Carolina has published a map that shows where its first 11 National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program EV charging stations will be sited – have a look. Read more…
Tesla is getting into gym equipment with a ‘Cyberhammer’
Tesla is evidently getting into gym equipment with a Cybertruck-inspired exercise hammer called the ‘Cyberhammer’. Read more…
These were the best-selling EVs in the US in 2023 – Rivian R1S cracks the top 10
Tesla’s Model Y was the best-selling electric vehicle in the US in 2023 by far, but other EVs from VW, Hyundai, Rivian, Chevy, and Ford are climbing the sales charts.. Read more…
EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra power station launch discount takes $800 off, eneloop rechargeable AAs $34, more
All of today’s best Green Deals are all about batteries, from some launch discounts on new power stations revealed at CES 2024 to AAs for ditching consumables from remotes, toys, and other gear. The all-new EcoFlow Delta Ultra is now $800 off to go alongside this rechargeable Panasonic eneloop Pro battery bundle at $34, and more. Read more…
Can Fiat win over the hearts of Americans with its new, better 500e?
To be frank, Americans don’t buy Fiats. The brand sold only a few hundred cars in the US last year. But Fiat hopes to – finally – charm the US with the “immersive Italian experience” of its upcoming Fiat 500e – Stellantis’s first all-electric car in the US. Unlike many of those hulking SUVs we’re seeing, this sweet retro-styled city car is one of the lightest and cheapest EVs on the market. To set la dolce vita vibes, the car even comes with its own theme music.. Read more…
BYD’s luxury brand unveils its first sedan, the sleek U7, with over 1,000 horsepower
After overtaking Tesla as the global EV sales leader in the last three months of 2023, BYD continues to expand. On Wednesday, the automaker’s luxury Yangwang brand unveiled its first sedan, the U7. BYD’s new flagship sedan will be a powerhouse with over 1,000 hp. But it won’t be cheap. Read more…
BMW nearly doubles its all-electric sales in 2023
BMW Group just released its sales numbers from 2023, and it was a very good year indeed. The automaker says it hit its target of 15% share of battery-electric vehicles – and expects to sell half a million BEVs in 2024. Read more…
Segway unveils futuristic new electric bike and arguably electric motorcycle
Segway has taken to the Consumer Electronics Expo (CES) in Las Vegas to unveil a pair of new electric two-wheelers. The first is an electric bicycle called the Xafari, while the latter is a borderline electric motorcycle known as the Xyber. Read more…
Tesla launches Model 3 Highland refresh in North America
Tesla has officially launched the new Model 3 Highland refresh in North America – taking orders now for deliveries within a month. Read more…
Goal Zero launches three new Yeti portable power stations, its first with LiFePO4 batteries
It’s portable power station day, as the CES 2024 news turns towards keeping your gear refueled away from home and through power outages. After seeing Anker’s latest releases debut, the folks over at Goal Zero are following up with some new debuts of their own. Launching the company’s first LiFePO4 power stations, three new Yeti models are going to begin shipping at the end of the month. Read more…
Toyota releases 2024 bZ4X prices with added features, new dual-voltage charging cable
Toyota gave the bZ4X an update for the 2024 model year. With new features and tech, Toyota looks to keep up with the competition.. Read more…
Hyundai unveils its electric air taxi at CES, which could be powered by solid-state batteries
Would you ride in Hyundai’s electric flying taxi? Hyundai’s advanced air mobility company, Supernal, unveiled its electric flying taxi at CES Tuesday. The four-passenger eVTOL will “operate as quietly as a dishwasher” and could be powered by solid-state batteries. Read more…
Tesla slashes official car wrap color prices, adds new color
Tesla has slashed prices on its official car wrap color selection and added a new ‘Satin Abbyss Blue’ for Model 3 and Model Y. Read more…
XPeng AeroHT’s ‘modular flying car’ will enter mass production, pre-orders begin in Q4
During a press event held during CES in Las Vegas, XPeng’s electric aviation business arm AeroHT shared new details regarding two of its “flying cars.” In addition to live demonstrations of its eVTOL flying supercar, XPeng AeroHT shared that its modular “Land Aircraft Carrier” will enter mass production. Read more…
OKAI Ranger 1,000W e-bike hits $1,115 alongside launch day deals on Anker’s new power station, more
A launch discount on the all-new Anker SOLIX F3800 power station is just the start of today’s savings, as the OKAI Ranger e-bike with its 1,000W motor and 45-mile range drops to $1,125 alongside a 1-day Greenworks electric tool sale – all of which joins today’s other best new Green Deals.. Read more…