Another one bites the dust. Hyundai Motor has halted production of another luxury EV in the US to focus on more popular models like its best-selling Tucson SUV. Read more…
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The 2026 Nissan LEAF is the most affordable EV with prices starting under $30,000
The new 2026 Nissan LEAF will arrive at US dealerships any day now. And it’s even cheaper than the OG model launched in 2011. With prices starting under $30,000, Nissan says the new LEAF will be the most affordable EV in the US. And it’s bringing more range, faster charging, and plenty of other upgrades. Read more…
Tesla will sell you a retrofit turn signal stalk for $350 – but only in China (so far?)
Tesla is now selling retrofit turn signal stalks for certain Model 3 vehicles, after having deleted the stalks in its update of the Model 3. But so far, they’re only available in China, and only for some cars. Will they come to the US. Read more…
Why Arizona firefighters are now heading out on electric bikes
It might sound counterintuitive since we often hear stories about fire departments being called out because of an e-bike. But firefighters in Scottsdale, Arizona, are now using e-bikes on emergency calls for a highly particular reason. Read more…
Tesla officially launches Model YL with 6 seats, starting at ~$47,000
Tesla has officially launched the Model YL, a new, larger Model Y with 6 seats, in China, and it starts at 339,000 Chinese Yuan, the equivalent of about $47,000 USD. Read more…
BMW’s next big SUV is gunning for the top dogs, but will it go electric?
BMW is tired of missing out, as the Mercedes G-Wagon gets all the attention. That’s why it’s building its own luxury off-roader. BMW’s upcoming flagship SUV may even arrive as an EV. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) insiders have sold more than 50% of their shares in the last year
Tesla insiders have been unloading their shares at an impressive rate. Excluding CEO Elon Musk, Tesla executives and board members have sold more than 50% of their TSLA shares over the last year. Read more…
A new Kia EV5 variant spotted in the US for the first time [Images]
The EV5 is about the size of the Tesla Model Y and is already a hot seller in some markets. A new EV5 variant was caught towing a trailer in the US for the first time, but will Kia bring it to the states. Read more…
Waymo founder: Please let me know when Tesla launches a robotaxi — I’m still waiting”
Waymo founder and former CEO John Krafcik is a critic of Tesla’s approach to self-driving, and he has so far accurately predicted the rollout of the “Robotaxi” service. Read more…
Home charging rules as global EV ports soar to 206 million by 2040
Global EV charging is about to see a massive buildout. According to Wood Mackenzie’s recent Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Forecast, the number of global EV charging ports is expected to climb at a 12.3% compound annual growth rate between 2026 and 2040, hitting 206.6 million by the end of that period. Read more…
Priority Skyline review: A 12-speed automatic shifting throttle e-bike for a song
When I first hopped on the new Priority Skyline Smart‑Shift e-bike, I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect. I’ve ridden dozens and dozens of commuter e-bikes, some fancier than others, but it’s rare to see something that feels this refined and has components like these, especially from a direct-to-consumer company that focuses on quality builds at affordable prices.. Read more…
Windrose director: company is out of money, 90 days past due on payroll
Kyle Maki, the Director of Customer Success — Operations at Windrose Technology, took to LinkedIn to announce that the company was 90 days behind on payroll and out of money. Then, he let everyone know exactly who he thought was to blame. Read more…
Meet the Livian Smurf EV: It’s adorable and only costs $5,000
How about an electric Smurf-Mobile as your next ride? The Livian Smurf EV looks like it’s straight out of a cartoon, but it’s a real vehicle and expected to cost around $5,000. Read more…
All the EVs you can buy with 0% interest financing in August 2025
Lease deals get all the hype, but most people still want to own the car after they’re done making all those payments. If that’s you, this is your moment: not only are there a bunch of great plug-in cars available with 0% financing in August 2025, but with the federal EV tax credit set to disappear on September 30th, it could be your last chance to score these deals. Read more…
XCMG XCS65K: it takes big machines to build big battery projects [video]
The heavy equipment experts at XCMG have launched what they’re calling a “world’s first” 70 ton reach stacker designed specifically to support the construction of large, utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. Read more…
Volkswagen’s new electric SUV looks like a major upgrade, but there’s a catch
With an expected debut in less than a month, we are finally getting our first look at the new Volkswagen T-Roc. Volkswagen’s popular SUV is going electric, but it will be the first to use a unique new Toyota-like powertrain. Here’s what to expect. Read more…
Can-Am unveils new electric ATV that tows more than any gas model
BRP, the Canadian powersports giant behind names like Ski-Doo, Sea-Doo, and Can-Am, has just pulled the cover off the latest addition to its rapidly growing electric lineup: the 2026 Can-Am Outlander Electric ATV. Its impressive specs put it at the top of the performance charts in nearly every metric compared to the company’s gasoline-powered ATVs. Read more…
Ex-Tesla employees start EV charging company after Elon Musk fired everyone
From the ashes of Elon Musk’s decision to fire the whole Supercharger team last year, a new company has risen: Hubber, which will take its founders’ expertise at setting up Tesla Superchargers and apply that to addressing the lack of high-speed urban charging for taxis and other commercial vehicles. Read more…
Electric bike education enters US schools, but in the last state you’d expect
Electric bike and scooter safety is now part of the curriculum in some schools – and surprisingly, it’s happening in Florida. Read more…
Tesla raises Model S/X prices, but bundles ‘Full Self-Driving’ and brings back free Supercharging
Tesla has raised Model S and Model X prices by $10,000, but it decided to include its ‘Full Self-Driving’ package, free Supercharging for life, ‘Premium Connectivity’, and a new ‘Premium Service’ for 4 years. Read more…

