Tesla’s NACS support webpage now lists Mercedes along other automakers in its “coming soon” section, though the timeline for Supercharger support has been pushed back for other automakers as Tesla sorts through a chaotic reorganization of its charging team at the behest of CEO Elon Musk. Read more…
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Rivian (RIVN) drastically cuts costs as push for first profit ramps up: What to expect in Q2
Rivian (RIVN) is learning from its past as it looks to turn its first profit. The cost of building its vehicles has “improved dramatically” as Rivian slashes costs on its path to profitability. Read more…
Gas stations tell Florida to stop dawdling with $198M in federal EV charger funding
Florida will get $198 million of federal EV charger funding over five years, but Wawa, Buc-ee’s, Busy Bee, and others can’t access it because the state is slacking. Read more…
Volkswagen wants to double ID.Buzz production as three-row electric van hits the US
The iconic Volkswagen Microbus is making a comeback in all-electric form. VW wants to more than double ID.Buzz production as the three-row electric van rolls out in the US this year. Read more…
New York’s largest offshore wind farm just got the official greenlight
Sunrise Wind, New York’s largest offshore wind farm, now has the final permit it needs from the US Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to start construction. Read more…
NIO (NIO) expected to hit Q2 delivery target after record 20.5K sold in May
After setting a new delivery record in May, NIO (NYSE: NIO) is expected to deliver over 54,000 EVs in the second quarter. Despite a slight decline from May’s numbers, NIO is projected to deliver over 18,000 EVs in June, which would be enough to top its Q2 delivery target. Read more…
Murf takes $400 off e-bikes and 20% off accessories, Jackery power stations 42% off, Rachio smart hose timer at new low, more
With the few June sales events having come to a close over the weekend and future events like Amazon’s upcoming Prime Days waiting on the horizon, we’ve got a few notable Green Deals for you today in the downtime. Leading the charge today is Murf’s Fourth of July sale that is taking $400 off its e-bike lineup while also offering 20% off all accessories, with the company’s Higgs Step-Thru e-bike now sitting at $1,995. It is joined by Jackery’s latest sale that is taking 42% off a collection of power stations and bundles, with options like the Explorer 2000 Pro Portable Power Station bundled alongside two 200W solar panels for a return $1,899 low. There’s also Rachio’s Smart Hose Timer that has just fallen to a new $64 low as well, with other water controller options starting from $79. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
This is a totaled Tesla Cybertruck
A couple of Tesla Cybertrucks deemed “totaled”, a total loss, have shown up on auction sites as concerns about repair costs arise. Read more…
Wrigley Field adds EV charging, highlights signage problems
Chicago’s iconic Wrigley Field baseball stadium has been home to the MLB’s Chicago Cubs for over a century – and now, it’s taking steps to cater to the next generations of fans by adding EV charging to its list of amenities. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia are gaining a competitive edge ahead of the affordable EV offensive
After a record 2023, Hyundai and Kia are not slowing down this year. With new tariffs on Chinese EVs, Hyundai and Kia look to gain an edge over their overseas rivals. The tailwind comes as the South Korean automakers are launching affordable EVs in key global markets, including the US. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) is expected to have tough quarter for deliveries again
Tesla (TSLA) is again expected to have a difficult quarter for electric vehicle deliveries as estimates are going down. Read more…
The US state that just accidentally banned kids from riding electric bikes off-road
In what appears to be a first of its kind, a new law was just enacted in Arizona that seems to have swept up some electric bicycles in an effort to outlaw kids operating off-road vehicles. Read more…
EVs shatter records at Pike’s Peak: Ioniq 5N, Rivian and Ford SuperTruck impress
The Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb is in progress, and several EVs which set out to post new records have done so today, with the Rivian R1T and Ioniq 5N both claiming records, and the Ford SuperTruck being the fastest vehicle up the hill on the day. Read more…
Elon Musk haters vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks
Elon Musk haters have vandalized dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks being held ahead of delivery at a parking lot in Florida. Read more…
Utah is getting 20 ‘hyper-fast’ Electrify America EV charging stations
Electrify America and electric utility Rocky Mountain Power have rolled out the first of 20 DC fast charging stations in Utah. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Long Range costs $3,200 more to finance than last week
Tesla scrapped promotional financing on the Model 3 Long Range this week after it became eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit. Read more…
Nissan feels the heat from BYD’s EV price war in China
Nissan is the latest victim of BYD’s “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars. After BYD’s aggressive price cuts this year, Nissan is shutting down a factory in China as it struggles to keep up. Read more…
Ferrari’s new solar-powered e-building opens ahead of first EV sports car debut
The Italian luxury sports car maker is preparing to launch its first EV. Ferrari’s new e-building opened its doors on Friday with Italian President Sergio Mattarella in attendance. The new plant, entirely powered by renewable energy, is set to launch the first Ferrari EV sports car. Read more…
Volvo EX30 tops Mini in Europe as low-cost EV’s sales surge in May
The cheapest and smallest Volvo EV is off to a hot start. After only five months on the market, the Volvo EX30 topped BMW’s Mini in Europe’s small premium segment as sales continued surging. Read more…
Save $500+ during Heybike summer sale, EGO Power+ riding mower, EAST OAK digital electric smoker, more
Closing out this week’s Green deals is the Heybike summer sale that is taking up to $500 off its e-bikes while also offering free accessories and bundle options, with the Mars 2.0 Folding e-bike sitting at the lowest reduced price of $999. It is joined by the return of the EGO Power+ 56V 42-inch Z6 Zero-Turn Riding Mower that comes with two extra batteries and is back at its $4,999 low. Then there is the EAST OAK 30-inch Digital Electric Smoker that has also fallen to its lowest price of $255. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
