Dodge is rolling out a hefty discount on the 2025 Charger Daytona EV even though it hasn’t officially hit the market yet. According to a dealer bulletin, the 2025 Daytona EV qualifies for a juicy $3,000 discount, but you won’t see it advertised anywhere. Here’s how you could snag this deal and save big. Read more…
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Tesla keeps up the customer experience, Hyundai owners get presents
On today’s festive episode of Quick Charge, Tesla steps up for its owners by calling in mobile charging stations to cut down on wait time. Meanwhile Hyundai has some extra goodies for your stockings and Texas is cleaning up its act. Read more…
Hyundai EV drivers can score a free NACS adapter for Tesla Superchargers: Here’s how
Hyundai wants to make driving an electric vehicle as easy as possible. All current and new Hyundai EV drivers will be able to get a free NACS adapter to charge up at over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers. Here’s how to get yours. Read more…
US renewables’ total installed capacity likely to exceed natural gas within 3 years
Renewable energy is now over 30% of total US utility-scale electrical generating capacity and on track to reach 37% by the end of 2027, according to data in two new end-of-the-year reports just released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. Read more…
Is Toyota finally ditching the bZ4X name with new electric SUVs en route?
Toyota’s electric SUV may soon get a fresh start. After a rocky debut, the Toyota bZ4X is reportedly due for a rebrand, with a new name coming as soon as 2026. Read more…
Meet King Kong: This new electric pickup launched in China for under $14,000
An all-electric pickup for under $14,000? That’s right. Geely’s Radar Auto launched its new “King Kong” EV pickup in China on Monday at an ultra-affordable price. Would you drive one. Read more…
Tesla wants to kill EV incentives in US because of Musk, but it is lobbying for them elsewhere
Tesla might want to kill EV incentives in the US because of Elon Musk’s politics, but the automaker is still lobbying for them in other markets. Read more…
Jeep’s new Wagoneer S luxury electric SUV ready to ‘get dirty’ with first deliveries coming
With the first deliveries just around the corner, Jeep’s new luxury electric SUV is already proving that “beautiful things can still get dirty.” The Wagoneer S is Jeep’s first global all-electric model as the rugged SUV maker opens a new chapter. Read more…
New lows on GoTrax Z4 PRO e-bike at $799 and XR PRO e-scooter at $330, EGO Power+ dual-port mower $623, Husqvarna, more
Today’s Green Deals feature some hidden gems buried beneath all the bigger sales and events that are still happening through the approaching holiday. First, we have GoTrax’s Z4 PRO Foldable e-bike hitting a new $799 low, as well as a one-day-only sale on the brand’s XR PRO Commuting Electric Scooter at a new $330 low. We also have some solid savings on popular tools, like the EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch cordless dual-port self-propelled mower at its $623 2024 low alongside Husqvarna’s 330iKE Combi Switch lawn edger bundle hitting a new $240 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, including last week’s best savings across various categories of eco-friendly gear, which you can find in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage. Read more…
NIO Day 2024 recap: Firefly’s first EV will compete with MINI and Smart, ET9 launches on a 925V platform
As promised, we are back with a full recap of the debuts during NIO Day 2024, which took place over the weekend. As anticipated, NIO officially launched its new Firefly sub-brand, unveiling its flagship BEV model that looks to take on super compacts like MINI and Smart. Additionally, NIO launched its ultra-luxe ET9 sedan, whose initial trim has already sold out in China. Read more…
Honda and Nissan confirm EV merger to survive the every ‘100 years’ industry shake-up
Honda and Nissan will team up to build EVs as they look to keep pace with Tesla and BYD. The Honda and Nissan EV merger will create one of the world’s largest auto groups as they look to pull a third Japanese automaker into the partnership. Here’s everything you need to know. Read more…
Tesla deploys a fleet of ‘Megapack Chargers’ to help with holiday travels
Tesla has deployed a small fleet of ‘Megapack Chargers,’ a Megapack powering several Supercharger stalls on a trailer, to help with holiday travels. Read more…
Toyota to build EV factory in China: report
Toyota has reportedly decided to build a new EV plant in China in hopes of clawing back business from BYD and other Chinese-owned rivals eating away at its market share. Read more…
One of Texas’ dirtiest coal plants will swap to solar with help from US grant
A coal plant in South Texas will shut down and convert to a solar + battery electricity generation facility, with the help of a $1.4 billion grant from the US Department of Agriculture meant to help clean energy while saving rural jobs. Read more…
Sustainable performance with ERANGE – the best EV tires for top EVs
From their cutting-edge tech to their planet-saving potential and just how fun they are to drive, EVs are here to stay. And as EVs rapidly become more mainstream, so do the unique demands they place on other components – like tires. The unsung heroes of every road trip, tires play a critical role in delivering the performance and efficiency EV drivers expect. Enter ERANGE, an EV tire series that’s specifically designed to meet those demands. Read more…
Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: This 18 MPH suitcase is a terrible idea
I’ve got a bit of a reputation for testing out some of the wildest, strangest, and most interesting non-car electric vehicles on the internet. In order to find many of these far-fetched electric steeds, all I have to do is pop open a few (dozen) Alibaba tabs in my browser and start window shopping through the world’s largest repository of creative EV engineering. That’s exactly how I found this week’s focus: a surprisingly fast and fun-looking suitcase that you can giddy-up and ride till the wheels fall off, which they very well might. Read more…
Hyundai’s top-tier IONIQ 9 Calligraphy trim looks sharp in stealthy all-black
Hyundai’s new IONIQ 9 electric SUV already looks like it’s from the future, but the flagship Calligraphy trim stands apart from the other options. The top-tier model gains added tech, features, and sleek trim-exclusive design elements. A new all-black model was spotted in California, giving us a better look at the top-tier trim on the road. Read more…
Critical EV battery materials face a supply crunch by 2030
The global shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating, but McKinsey’s latest report warns of significant strain on the supply chain for critical battery materials by 2030.. Read more…
BMW M shows off its secret ‘Beast’ EV sports car prototype [Video]
BMW M is known for its powerful gas-powered sports cars, but its upcoming all-electric model could pack an even bigger punch. The team has been testing a secret EV prototype, dubbed “Beast,” since 2018. A new video gives us a sneak peek at the BMW M Beast. Read more…
Subaru’s Solterra electric SUV is getting much cheaper for 2025
Subaru’s electric SUV is significantly cheaper for the 2025 model year. Starting at under $39,000, the 2025 Subaru Solterra is up to $7,000 less than the 2024 model. Read more…