UK delivery firm DPD is putting one of Terberg’s heavy-duty electric yard tractors to the test at its giant, Oldbury, UK logistics hub – and its findings will help DPD shape a cleaner, more sustainable fleet strategy for the future. Read more…
Category: Electrek
These 3 August EV price drops are up to $150/month, but hurry!
The clock is running out on some of the best EV lease deals of the year. With the 25% tariff on imported EVs already hitting and the federal tax credit set to vanish after September 30, automakers are dangling some serious end-of-the-month offers. If you’ve been waiting to go electric, now’s the time. CarsDirect spotted three August EV price drops worth a look, but you’ll need to move fast, because these deals won’t last past the holiday weekend. Read more…
Stellantis reveals stylish, affordable, capable EV – why can’t the US have it?
Chrysler parent company Stellantis is sinking billions on electric Jeeps and Chargers that no one wants, but the they’ve developed market-leading EVs in Europe, and this latest, £36,995 DS Automobiles No4 is exactly the sort of electric crossover that could rejuvenate the brand’s American prospects. The only question now is: why won’t they bring it here. Read more…
Ford is making road trips easier for all EVs
Your next road trip may have gotten a little easier, thanks to Ford. The company launched its new Ford Charge network of DC fast chargers on Thursday, open to all compatible EVs, not just Ford vehicles. Read more…
A Chinese robot vacuum maker is not only trying to build luxury EVs, but compete with Bugatti
Only in China can a company specializing in robot vacuums be bold enough to design, manufacture, and sell EVs. Additionally, China is the only place where such a business could actually work. A company named Dreame Technology is transcending smart appliances and wants to deliver ultra-luxury BEVs. Better still, it’s already targeting Bugatti as its main competitor. Dreame big. Read more…
ChargePoint + Eaton’s Express Grid amps up DC fast charging
ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) and Eaton just unveiled ChargePoint Express Grid, powered by Eaton, a V2X‑ready ultrafast EV charging platform with full‑site power gear that pushes passenger EV charging up to 600 kW and brings megawatt‑level power for heavy‑duty fleets. Read more…
GM is adding NACS to its EVs, and new adapters in the meantime
Starting with the 2026 Cadillac Optiq, all future GM EVs will have a built-in NACS port, including the new Chevy Bolt. In the meantime, GM introduced several new charging adapters for current Chevy, Cadillac, and GMC EV owners. Read more…
Raleigh launches new low-cost Bosch motor e-bike
If you’ve been holding out for an affordable electric bike with a Bosch mid-drive motor, your wait may finally be over. Raleigh has just launched a new version of its Captus electric bike, and it delivers the holy trinity of name-brand components, comfort-focused design, and a surprisingly low price. Read more…
Tesla’s freefall in Europe continues as BYD overtakes it at stunning pace
Tesla’s sales freefall in Europe continues. The American automaker’s sales declined by 40% in July, while BYD’s increased by 225%. Read more…
Slate to retool a production facility in Indiana, where it expects to create 2,000 jobs
Young “Bare bones” BEV startup Slate announced it is making Indiana the home of production of its flagship model. The company opened the door to the site of its future Slate EV production today, kicking off a process that intends to bring trucks to the public by the end of next year. Read more…
The Chevy Blazer and Equinox EVs are the most affordable electric vehicles to insure
The electric Chevy Equinox and Blazer are the most affordable EVs to insure. According to a new study, Chevy’s electric SUVs topped the list, but Hyundai had the most models in the top ten. Read more…
Ford’s new Puma EV just got got a big price cut
The Puma was already the best-selling car in the UK last year. As the first EV to receive the full UK Electric Car Grant, Ford’s new Puma Gen-E is even more affordable than the hybrid model. Read more…
Elon Musk is lying about Tesla’s self-driving and I have the DMs to prove it
Over the last few days, Elon Musk has been making several statements claiming that autonomous driving systems that use lidar and radar sensors are more dangerous than Tesla’s camera-only computer vision approach because the system gets confused when interpreting data from different sensors. Read more…
Tesla teases new product release on Friday
Tesla is teasing a new product release on Friday, August 29th, coming to Europe and the Middle East. It’s likely going to be the Model Y Performance. Read more…
Trump’s latest offshore wind cancellation is a threat to the grid – ISO New England
Trump’s Interior Department halted construction on 704 megawatt (MW) Revolution Wind, the US’s first multi-state offshore wind project that’s already 80% complete. Grid operator ISO New England says the decision is a threat to the grid. Read more…
Hyundai’s new electric family hauler is already winning over buyers
The IONIQ 9, Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV, is off to a stronger start than most predicted. At a time when many automakers are blaming slow EV demand, Hyundai’s big electric family hauler seems to be bucking the trend. Read more…
The first US floating solar tracker pilot kicks off in Colorado
Colorado is about to see the US’s first floating solar tracker project hit the water. Read more…
Genesis GV60 Magma EV sheds camo, revealing a radical new look [Video]
The GV60 Magma will have a distinct look and feel compared to other Genesis vehicles. As the first EV from its new performance sub-brand, the Genesis GV60 Magma will debut with enhanced power, advanced suspension, a sporty new design, and more. For the first time, it was caught on video racing around the Nürburgring, giving us our closest look yet. Read more…
Tesla self-driving is still not working in Vegas’s single lane tunnels, but Elon says 50% of US this year
Tesla has reportedly begun testing self-driving features in the Boring Company’s single-lane tunnels in Las Vegas, but it is still “ways off,” according to the Las Vegas Convention Center, which owns the tunnels.. Read more…
Kia issues an urgent warning with an ‘avalanche’ of new EVs coming
As it gears up to unleash an “avalanche” of new EVs, a top Kia official is warning against changing policies. Not only would it be a setback for the industry, but it would also cost the company a fortune. Read more…

