Tesla has started to release its (Supervised) Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 update, its first significant update in a year, to customers. Read more…
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Prime Day Green Deals hub – EVs, power stations, electric tools, eco-friendly appliances, more
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event has officially kicked off and will be running through October 8 with some of the best deals of the year on eco-friendly tech. We’ve got another large collection of Green Deals during this two-day period, which we’ve collected the best of and curated into this one-stop shopping hub that will continue to be updated through the week. You’ll find the best of these ongoing seasonal deals on power stations/solar generators, EVs of various kinds, electric tools, and other eco-friendly appliances and smart devices.. Read more…
ComEd charges ahead with $100M in EV investments, thousands of new chargers
Northern Illinois utility ComEd has spent for than $100 million in EV and EV charging rebates since launch its Beneficial Electrification program in 2024 — an investment that, along with funding from the Illinois EPA and other Federal grants, has helped drive EV adoption in the state at a rate that’s rapidly outpaced the rest of the nation. Read more…
In a first, renewables generate more power than coal globally
Solar and wind power aren’t just keeping up with global electricity demand anymore – they’re pulling ahead. According to a new analysis from energy think tank Ember, solar and wind combined outpaced global electricity demand growth in the first half of 2025. That shift led to a drop in both coal and gas generation compared to the same period last year. For the first time ever, renewables generated more power than coal globally. Read more…
GEM eX launched as fully street-legal electric UTV
Waev Inc. has just unveiled the GEM eX, a new electric utility vehicle designed to bridge the gap between street-legal low-speed vehicles (LSVs) and true off-road work machines. The company calls it the most versatile electric work UTV yet. Read more…
The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner – is it enough to hold back GM?
On today’s budget-conscious episode of Quick Charge, we’re building up to the reveal of a new, more affordable Tesla Model Y tomorrow that will almost definitely not be a cheap pile of misaligned plastic body parts with inconsistent panel gaps that’s utterly incapable of turning the tide on Tesla’s global decline. Read more…
A new Nissan LEAF NISMO could be coming — this time with the upgraded model
Nissan is tossing around the idea of a new Nissan LEAF NISMO again, but this time it will be based the newly upgraded version. Read more…
From $189 a month: 5 of the best EV lease deals in October
We’ve got good news – EV lease prices look much better than expected, despite the end of the federal tax credit and 25% import tariff being in place. Prices have crept up compared to last month, but several automakers have stepped in to fill the gap by covering the $7,500 credit themselves or adding extra incentives – and the price of one EV even dropped. Here are October’s top EV lease deals, spotted by our friends at CarsDirect. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) reports record Q3 deliveries and EV production, but it may not be enough
Lucid Group (LCID) announced another record quarter, with both deliveries and EV production rising in Q3. Despite the growth, it may still not be enough to hit its annual goal for 2025. Read more…
Porsche Cayenne Electric first look and ride: does it outclass Tesla’s Model X?
As Porsche continues its communication campaign for the all-electric Cayenne (Cayenne Electric) the company invited us to get a detailed look at some of the advancements in technology behind it. Read more…
Kia’s smallest EV is full of big surprises
It’s almost here. Kia is about to introduce its smallest, most affordable electric vehicle yet. Although the EV2 is tiny, Kia promises it will look and feel much larger both inside and out. Read more…
Lectric offers up to $720 in Prime Day e-bike savings from $999, Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 station at exclusive new $629 low, more
We’re less than 24 hours away from the kick-off of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event, but that doesn’t mean savings aren’t already well underway. Leading today’s Green Deals is Lectric’s Better-Than-Prime Sale that is offering up to $720 in savings on e-bike bundles, with the second-ever price cut on the premium ONE Long-Range Belt-Drive Commuter e-bike to its $1,899 low, while also getting $220 in FREE gear, among other increased offers. We also secured $870 in exclusive savings on the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station at a new $629 low, and you can pick up the latest Schumacher 12A Level 1 Portable EV Charger at $128 – plus, even more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about all the hangover deals from last week collected at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our latest edition of Electrified Weekly.. Read more…
Tesla is in hot water for mishandling insurance claims
California is taking significant enforcement action against Tesla Insurance, alleging the company has been systematically failing to handle claims properly and harming its customers in the state. The California Department of Insurance announced the action, threatening to revoke Tesla’s license to operate in the state and impose significant fines. Read more…
ZEEKR unveils new 001 design refresh with 900V architecture, 7-minute charging, and a ‘starry’ interior
Chinese EV brand ZEEKR has announced a new design refresh to its flagship 001 EV model – the second in as many years. This latest upgrade to the 001 features ZEEKR’s 900V architecture, enabling better performance and some of the fastest charging speeds we’ve seen. The interior also appears quite cozy, allowing for a starry night setting on the panoramic roof. Read more…
Ford finally built an electric Bronco, and it looks wild
The electric Bronco is real, and it might be Ford’s coolest EV yet. With the new electric SUV now on sale in China, Ford is showing off a few extra goodies it’s giving early buyers, including a roof tent for camping. Read more…
Archer Aviation demonstrated public eVTOL flights in California and they were so quiet! [Video]
After an announcement last week, eVTOL developer Archer Aviation completed display flights to the public at the 2025 California International Air Show. This public display was Archer’s latest aerial achievement in the public eye as it moves closer to certification and commercial eVTOL operations. Read more…
EVs and batteries power China’s $20B clean tech export surge
China set a new record for clean tech exports in August 2025, hitting $20 billion, according to new data analyzed using Ember’s China Cleantech Exports Data Explorer. The country remains the world’s largest exporter of electrotech, with surging demand for EVs and batteries leading the charge. Read more…
Tesla teases mysterious new product unveiling this week
Tesla is teasing the unveiling of a mysterious new product planned for Tuesday, October 7th this week. Read more…
Tesla teases mysterious new product unveiling this week
Tesla is teasing the unveiling of a mysterious new product planned for Tuesday, October 7th this week. Read more…
Cadillac’s quiet coup: nearly HALF of all Caddies sold in Q3 were electric
There’s a quiet revolution underway in Cadillac showrooms across America. The brand’s renewed “Standard of the World” ambitions are now matched by sleek, statement-making electric vehicles. And, thanks to a little help from Federal tax credit FOMO, more than 40% of new Cadillacs sold in Q3 were 100% electric. Read more…
