The ultra-luxurious Genesis electric SUV will arrive later this year as the first vehicle to feature “Connect W,” a high-tech new system that’s expected to take the driving experience to the next level. Read more…
Category: Electrek
Podcast: Tesla turns to energy, BMW i3 EV makes a splash, Donut Lab update, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla turning to energy, BMW i3 EV making a splash, Donut Lab update, and more. Read more…
Toyota launches the C-HR+ in Europe as its longest-range EV with up to 607 km
The new C-HR+ arrives in Europe as Toyota’s longest-range electric vehicle, with a WLTP range of up to 607 km (377 miles).. Read more…
A 24/7 solar farm-building robot just hit the market
The US needs a lot more electricity fast, and one company thinks robots can help build it quicker. Read more…
The US’s only true street-legal electric micro-car just got big upgrades
There’s a growing push in the US to rethink what a “car” really needs to be, as more Americans than ever embrace alternatives from e-bikes to golf carts, among other car alternatives. Wink Motors is the latest company betting that smaller, slower, and cheaper might actually be the smarter answer for a lot of drivers.. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) reportedly in talks to buy $2.9B in Chinese solar equipment for 100 GW US push
Elon Musk’s plan to build 100 GW of solar manufacturing capacity in the United States just got its first major price tag: $2.9 billion in equipment from Chinese suppliers, according to a Reuters exclusive. Read more…
The world added a record 814 GW of wind + solar – reshaping energy fast
The world just added a record amount of wind and solar in 2025, and it’s not even close. Read more…
LEGO is building a huge solar park at its new US factory
The LEGO Group is installing a large solar array at its new US factory in Chesterfield County, Virginia, as it moves toward powering the site with 100% renewable energy. Read more…
These top-selling EVs are $10,000 off right now
With gas prices surging, driving an EV sounds even more attractive right about now. This month, several automakers are offering discounts of $10,000 or more on popular EVs like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Chevy Equinox EV. Read more…
The last domino falls: Stellantis EVs now have Tesla Supercharger access
As of today, Jeep, Dodge and Stellantis EVs can plug in and charge on Tesla’s Supercharger network, the largest DC charging network in North America. Stellantis was the last brand set to gain access, so now just about every EV in America can use Superchargers, with the right adapters. Read more…
The new BMW i3 will go on sale soon, but another EV is on its way out
With the new i3 set to go on sale later this year, BMW is planning to discontinue another EV to make room for it. Read more…
The Genesis GV90 looks massive charging next to the Hyundai IONIQ 5
The GV90 is set to arrive as the largest, most prestigious Genesis electric SUV to date. With its debut approaching, the flagship EV was spotted charging alongside a Hyundai IONIQ 5, revealing its true size. Read more…
Tesla is one step away from having to recall FSD in NHTSA visibility crash probe
NHTSA has escalated its investigation into Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” system’s inability to handle reduced visibility conditions, upgrading the probe to an Engineering Analysis covering an estimated 3,203,754 vehicles — the step that typically precedes a recall. Read more…
SUPER73 debuts new e-bike lineup with modular batteries and commuter focus
SUPER73 is back with a major shake-up to its lineup. The Southern California-based electric bike brand has just unveiled its all-new A-Series, a collection of redesigned models that signal a shift toward more practical, commuter-friendly machines while still leaning into the company’s signature moto-inspired styling. Read more…
BYD is now giving away 18 months of free 5 minute EV charging as gas prices surge
Buy the new Song Ultra EV, and BYD will give you 18 months of ultra-fast charging, for free. With gas prices soaring, electric vehicles are looking even more attractive. Read more…
Lexus launches the ES EV with over 300 miles of range, undercuts rival prices
The luxury electric sedan is more affordable than expected. Lexus launched the 2026 ES EV with over 300 miles of range and prices starting under $50,000. Read more…
Hyundai’s most affordable EV gets a ‘luxury’ upgrade — Here’s our first look at it [Video]
Hyundai launched the Casper Electric Lounge as the top-tier trim, featuring a “luxurious interior” and a new style. The Casper Electric is Hyundai’s most affordable electric vehicle, sold overseas as the Inster EV. Read more…
GM–LG shifts a US plant from EV batteries to LFP energy storage
Ultium Cells, the joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, is shifting part of its US battery production from EVs to energy storage systems (ESS). Read more…
Range Rover’s next electric SUV is bringing an entirely new look inside and out
The electric Range Rover Velar will look nothing like the gas-powered SUV on sale today. With its debut nearing, the Velar EV was spotted with a sleek fastback-like design and a bigger infotainment screen on the inside. Read more…
Toyota locks in power from a massive new Texas solar farm
Avantus and Toyota Tsusho America have completed construction of a 159 MWdc solar project in Texas, adding another large-scale clean energy asset to the state’s fast-growing solar fleet. Read more…
