Nissan and ChargeScape just launched a new EV-to-grid (V2G) pilot in Silicon Valley, where demand on the power grid is growing fast thanks to the rapid rise of AI-driven data centers. The pilot is backed by the California Energy Commission’s Demand Side Grid Support (DSGS) program and is happening in utility Silicon Valley Power (SVP) territory. Read more…
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Tesla’s new transformer business started on wrong foot with many top engineers leaving
Tesla confirmed its plan to produce its own electrical transformers, a new business for the automaker, but it started on the wrong foot. Read more…
Genesis is delaying this next-generation EV
The next-gen Electrified G80 is still in the works, but it won’t be here anytime soon. Genesis is delaying the launch of the next-generation G80 EV and will continue to offer hybrid and gas-powered versions until then. Read more…
US EV sales smash records in August as Tesla loses ground
US EV sales set yet another record in August, with 146,332 EVs sold, according to the latest numbers from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Read more…
Massive EV discounts trigger a selloff before the $7,500 credit runs out
Automakers are offering generous deals on electric vehicles, many well over $10,000, as the federal tax credit winds down. The discounts are sparking a selloff as buyers rush to secure the $7,500 EV credit before the deadline at the end of the month. Read more…
British company unveils non-folding electric bike that folds flat
Boost, a UK-based company better known for its electric bike conversion kits, has released a new electric bike that is designed to be as compact as possible, despite not being a folding e-bike. Or at least, not a folding frame e-bike. Read more…
The Toyota RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs are almost here
Toyota is gearing up to launch two new electric SUVs based on the RAV4 and Land Cruiser. The RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs are set to replace a luxury Lexus model as Toyota shifts production plans. Read more…
Zoox has officially begun offering (free) robotaxi rides to the general public around LasVegas
Bespoke robotaxi developer Zoox officially launched driverless rides around the Las Vegas Strip today. The milestone follows months of testing in the area, and the initial rides are free for the general public. Read more…
Kia is about to shake things up, showing off its entire EV lineup for the first time
After showcasing its full EV lineup for the first time, Kia said it will “take the lead” as the industry shifts to electric. Kia will offer an electric vehicle across nearly every segment with the new EV2, EV5, and several more. Read more…
Reborn Austin Arrow EV gets real as customer deliveries begin [video]
The legendary Austin brand is reborn as an ultra-minimalist electric roadster that recalls all the thrills of pre-war motoring without the rattle, clank, and soot of pre-war internal combustion. The best part? This isn’t a concept: the new Arrow is on its way to customers. Read more…
GM, EVgo, and Pilot hit 200+ charging sites across 40 states
General Motors (GM), EVgo, and Pilot Co. just hit a milestone: their joint EV charging network can now be found at more than 200 locations across nearly 40 states. They’ve rolled out almost 850 new fast-charging stalls in just over two years. Read more…
World’s first: Hitachi Energy powers up construction site with hydrogen genset
There’s an odd irony in utility-scale construction: working for the power company doesn’t always mean you have power. That lack of accessible grid power makes it tough to fully decarbonize some construction sites, no matter how committed they are to reducing emissions. That’s where Hitachi Energy’s new HyFlex hydrogen generator comes in, offering off-grid charging without the harmful emissions of diesel. Read more…
EcoFlow power stations up to 62% off + bonus savings from $90, Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 coolers start from $599 low, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is EcoFlow’s Home Backup/Hurricane Preparedness Sale that is continuing the Labor Day savings going with up to 62% discounts, as well as bonus 5% and 7% savings. Among the lineup, we spotted the returning launch prices on EcoFlow’s new TRAIL series power stations at their lowest prices starting from $113. From there, we also have Anker’s three sizes of SOLIX EverFrost 2 Electric Coolers and bundles starting from a $599 low, as well as Vanpower’s City Vanture Urban Commuter e-bike dropping back to $799, and much more waiting for you below. Plus, there are all the hangover deals collected at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Power Station launch deals, the extra battery bundle on Rad Power’s RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike, and more.. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) confirms a new $50,000 EV is coming, and we already know what it looks like
We knew there were more in the works. After the electric SUV and sedan, starting at about $50,000, Lucid (LCID) confirmed it will launch a third midsize EV. Here’s what it will look like. Read more…
The first onshore wave power pilot station in the US opens today in LA
Eco Wave Power held a grand opening for the first onshore wave power station in the US today, at the Port of Los Angeles. The station is just a pilot so far, but Eco Wave Power has big aspirations. Read more…
LiveWire S4 Honcho? New trademark hints at bigger electric motorcycle
Harley-Davidson’s electric spin-off brand LiveWire may be gearing up to launch a new model under the name “S4 Honcho,” according to a recent trademark filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Read more…
Ford hints that something big is coming after wiping its entire Instagram
Is the time finally coming? Will we see the electric Ford Bronco we’ve been waiting for? Is it a major rebranding? After deleting every post on its Instagram page, what is Ford up to. Read more…
Dahon marks huge IPO as investors jump for leading folding bike maker
DAHON, a leading global folding bike manufacturer, is entering a new chapter, this time with a public market twist. The company’s tech subsidiary, DAHON TECH, officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, marking a major milestone for the 40-year-old folding bike pioneer. Read more…
The Hyundai IONIQ 3 is coming soon and this daring EV concept is our first look
Hyundai unveiled a bold new electric vehicle, the Concept THREE EV, on Tuesday. The new EV concept stole the spotlight with a striking new design, hinting at what’s coming in the Hyundai IONIQ 3. Read more…
The Volkswagen ID.4 looks even better in the Black Package, now available for $45K
Volkswagen has launched a new Black Package for the 2025 ID.4, which is actually quite cool-looking. The new design package adds a distinct new look, building on the upgrades Volkswagen introduced last year. Read more…

