Finally, Mitsubishi is bringing a new EV to the US. Mitsubishi confirmed plans to launch a new EV in North America that will be based on the next-gen Nissan LEAF. Here’s what we know so far. Read more…
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Majority owner Geely proposes delisting ZEEKR (ZK) in the US and taking it private
Just one year after ZEEKR went public on the US stock market, its majority shareholder, Geely, is offering the Chinese EV automaker an opportunity to go private once again. Read more…
Thousands of Texas homes are about to form a huge virtual power plant
Abundance Energy, sonnen, and Energywell are teaming up to bring smarter, more resilient energy to Texas homes through a huge new virtual power plant (VPP) initiative. Read more…
Big Mack, hydrogen Honda, and a ride in the Tesla Semi at ACT Expo 2025 [part 6]
On today’s thrilling episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got some of the highlights of the 2025 ACT Expo, including the all-electric Windrose and Mack Pioneer Class 8s trucks, a hydrogen fuel sell [sic] from Honda, a fun charging surprise, and – after an eight year wait – we finally get a ride in the all-new (in 2017) Tesla Semi. Read more…
Tesla launches cheaper Model Y RWD in the US
Tesla has opened orders for the Model Y Long Range RWD for $45,000 in the US. It’s the new entry-level Model Y following the design refresh earlier this year. Read more…
Audi may build EVs in the US to dodge Trump’s new tariffs
Audi is looking to dodge new US tariffs by manufacturing its electric vehicles on American soil. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) plans to double EV production this year, even with tariffs
Lucid Motors (LCID) reported first-quarter earnings on Tuesday, reaffirming its plans to more than double EV production in 2025. Despite the threat of new tariffs, the EV maker expects to continue building momentum after another record quarter. Read more…
BYD takes the spotlight in the heart of Europe after sales surge by +750% in April
China’s EV leader is quickly making a name for itself in Europe. In April, BYD outsold Tesla in Germany and the UK as sales surged in the region. With new models on the way, this looks to be just the start of BYD’s global sales run. Read more…
Kia’s low-cost EVs are taking the auto industry by storm, now the EV4 is arriving
Kia’s new EV3 and EV5 are already climbing the sales charts in several key markets. With more low-cost EVs arriving this year, including the EV4, its first electric sedan (and hatch), this could be just the start to Kia’s global sales run.. Read more…
Lucid reveals Gravity electric SUV lease prices: Here’s how much it will run you
The Lucid Gravity is an impressive electric SUV with ultra-fast charging, up to 450 miles of range, and plenty of interior space. Now, you can finally lease it. Here’s how much it costs. Read more…
Rivian’s (RIVN) Q1 2025 report details highest gross profits to date, R2 validations underway
American EV automaker Rivian has shared its full financial report and shareholder letter for Q1 2025. The quarterly update details continued gross profits and a growing interest in the company’s two flagship BEVs. Rivian is also making headway in developing its second model, R2.. Read more…
GOP leader confirms plan to kill $7,500 EV tax credit in budget
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that current discussions about the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles in the budget would “more likely than not” result in killing the EV incentive. Read more…
Listen up, car dealers – you need to start selling EVs the way you sell tow rigs
Professional salespeople love to talk about “the steps of the sale,” a tried-and-true process that guides every customer from curiosity to closed. But when it comes to electric cars, that old-school hustle can fall flat, leaving dealers struggling with how to fit them into their familiar playbook. But what if I told you, dear dealer, that there’s a whole category of vehicles on existing dealer lots that need to be approached in exactly the same way as an EV to score a successful sale that you’re already familiar with. Read more…
Trump blocked wind projects, and now 17 states and DC are suing
Seventeen state attorneys general and DC are fighting a Trump executive order that froze permits and funding for all onshore and offshore wind projects on January 20. Read more…
Ford warns Trump’s tariffs will cost $2.5 billion, withdraws 2025 guidance
Ford (F) reported its first-quarter earnings, beating Wall Street’s revenue and EPS expectations. However, with Trump’s auto tariffs, Ford is suspending full-year guidance. Here’s a breakdown of Ford’s Q1 2025 earning. Read more…
Looking for an affordable EV? These 4 May lease deals deliver
If you’re considering going electric, May will be a great time to score a deal on an EV lease. Automakers are slashing lease prices on some of the most popular EVs to move inventory – here are four standouts.. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck inventory skyrockets to record high
Tesla’s Cybertruck inventory has skyrocketed to a new record high of more than 10,000 units. The vehicle program is in crisis. Read more…
Chery is deploying an army of blonde humanoid robots called Mornine to sell its cars [Video]
If you thought Tesla or XPeng’s bipedal humanoid robots were a creepy glimpse into the future, wait until you see what Chinese automaker Chery Automotive is deploying. Alongside business partner AiMOGA, Chery is encouraging its dealers to purchase a Mornine robot to help sell vehicles to customers. Mornine definitely won’t scare anyone away, right. Read more…
Blue Bird diversifies from schoolbuses, enters electric medium duty truck market
Blue Bird, the iconic American school bus manufacturer and one of the largest electric school bus makers, has announced an all-electric medium duty Class 5-6 truck chassis. Read more…
Toyota issues urgent warning: Falling behind China goes far beyond just EVs
It’s not just electric vehicles. Toyota is warning, “We don’t have much time left,” with China poised to take the lead in another emerging technology following EVs. Read more…
