We got a chance to get up close and personal with a production-intent version of the upcoming Fisker PEAR, and it looks even better than we expected. Read more…
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Finally! Rivian confirms R1T leasing program is coming very soon
Less than a week after pulling its first demand lever to get new customers behind the wheel of its existing R1T pickup inventory, Rivian is further incentivizing would be drivers by introducing a lease program for the first time. Read more…
Ford’s electric pickup charges up an e-scooter business, helping to double owners’ fleet
An electric truck powering an e-scooter fleet? Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup helped Max Rastelli double his e-scooter fleet using its powerful mobile battery features.. Read more…
Ford cuts back on major EV investment, jobs at Michigan battery plant
In its latest setback, Ford is cutting back on another significant EV investment. The company is scaling back plans at its $3.5B EV battery plant in Michigan as it adjusts to market demand.. Read more…
Fisker Ocean review – Coming soon, in a future software update
The Fisker Ocean has been out and about for a few months now, but most media drives have been relatively short test drives so far. But with the LA Auto Show in town, Fisker gave us an Ocean overnight to have a little unsupervised testing time with its new electric SUV. Read more…
Juiced e-bikes start from $1,199, deep deals on portable power stations, tons more e-bikes
The Juiced Bikes’ Black Friday deals are now joining in on the Thanksgiving Week action, with price cuts starting from $1,199 for the brand’s popular e-bikes. You’ll also find much of the same holiday savings on these ALLPOWERS power stations from $79, as well tons of price cuts on Blix e-bikes at up to $800 off. Read more…
Tesla launches Supercharger congestion fee at $1 per min at 90% charge
Tesla has launched its new Supercharger congestion fee at select stations in an attempt to shorten charging session times. Read more…
How my love of weird electric vehicles landed me on 100 million Chinese TVs
A fascination with electric vehicles isn’t anything new. These days, everyone and their brother seems to have an EV. But I’m not one of the “normal” electric vehicle enthusiasts. I’m drawn to the more oddball designs. And that zeal has seen me end up in some weird places. Most recently, it had me end up on a hundred million TV screens across China. Read more…
Hyundai opens new robot-run smart facility to build custom EVs
Hyundai officially opened its new Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) this week to expand the brand in the EV era. The “smart urban mobility hub” is run by robots (even robot dogs) and AI, providing new ways to buy custom Hyundai EVs. Read more…
VinFast (VFS) launches VF 7 SUV priced around $35,000 – When will we see it in the US?
Vietnamese automaker VinFast has officially launched its VF 7 EV in its native country, rounding out a lineup of of six initial SUVs covering the A to E vehicle segments. While the initial launch begins in Vietnam, the VF 7 should eventually make its way to the US and it’s starting at a rather enticing price point. Read more…
A Native American tribe is about to put solar panels over its canals
The Gila River Indian Community signed a project partnership agreement with the US Army Corps of Engineers to put solar panels over its canals. Read more…
The two biggest problems with electric bikes aren’t even about e-bikes
The rise of electric bicycles is leading to a critical shift in urban transportation, bringing with it the potential for cleaner cities, reduced traffic congestion, and a boost to riders’ physical and mental health. However, there are still two significant barriers preventing many from adopting this green mode of transportation. The strange thing though is that neither of the two biggest problems with e-bikes are even about e-bikes themselves.. Read more…
NIO is joining forces with a major OEM for EV battery swapping
In China. I didn’t want to bury the lede too far. Today, NIO and Changan Automobile announced the two companies had agreed to develop a joint standard for swappable EV batteries. NIO is the largest operator of swappable passenger EV batteries in the world, with over 2,000 battery swap stations in its home market of China, along with a small network in Europe. But today’s news is an important milestone for battery swapping regardless. Read more…
Tesla spotted driving Cybertruck into water after claiming it will float
Tesla was spotted driving Cybertruck into the water in the Gulf of Mexico after Elon Musk claimed it would float. Read more…
Tesla investors hopelessly turn to TSLA board to rein in Elon Musk
Some Tesla investors are hopelessly turning to the company’s board of directors in the hope that they would rein in Elon Musk following growing concerns that he is negatively affecting Tesla’s brand. Read more…
Ford caves on EV dealer program following IL loss and will cut charger requirements
Following a loss in Illinois, Ford is easing some aspects of its EV dealer program. The changes involve reducing the number of required chargers and cutting training costs.. Read more…
Honda and Nissan slash rates to keep pace with BYD, EVs in overseas markets
Japanese automakers are scrambling to avoid being squeezed out of the market by BYD and other Chinese EVs. Honda and Nissan are the latest to slash rates in overseas markets to boost demand. Read more…
The world may be on track for tripling renewables – and that’s what we need
Governments plan to double renewable capacity by 2030, and tripling is within sight, according to a newly released report. Read more…
Schneider hits 1 million emission-free miles using Freightliner eCascadia electric trucks
Freight logistics specialist Schneider is celebrating a huge milestone in the commercial EV space today, reporting its fleet of electric trucks from Daimler’s Freightliner brand has surpassed 1 million total miles driven – all without any carbon emissions. We love to see it. Read more…
GM opts out of 2024 Super Bowl after four years of EV-promoting ads
After four years of using the most-watched television program in the US to promote its electric vehicles, GM will not participate in the 2024 Super Bowl. The move comes following a four-year streak of EV-supporting ads. Read more…