Tesla (TSLA) has weak fundamentals and strong competition, according to a new HSBC pricing the stock at $130 – less than half its current price. Read more…
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BYD thinks it can make more money than Toyota and it might be right
BYD has its sights set on Toyota. The world’s largest EV maker believes that once it reaches Toyota’s scale, it will make more money per vehicle. This year alone, BYD expects overseas sales to double. The company’s CEO even says that most of BYD’s profits will eventually come from overseas sales. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Kovaco CyberX cabinless electric track loader [video]
When Kovaco (Firstgreen Industries) released its Elise CBL last year, it was the world’s first cabinless, remotely operated electric skid steer. This year, the company’s bringing another “world’s first” to America’s job sites. Meet CyberX – a machine that Kovaco claims is the world’s first, commercially available electric, remote-control mini track loader. Read more…
Chevy is the fastest-growing EV brand in the US right now
The fastest-growing EV brand in the US is not Tesla or Rivian. It’s GM’s Chevrolet. With the electric Equinox, Blazer, and Silverado rolling out, Chevy is now the fastest-growing EV brand in the US. Although Tesla still accounts for about 50% of EV retail share, new models are eating away at its lead. Read more…
Tesla starts production of cheaper new Model Y non-Launch Edition
Tesla has started production of the new Model Y non-Launch Edition, which is going to be cheaper without all the options bundled together. Read more…
Trump imposes tariffs on all car imports: here’s where all EVs available in the US come from
President Trump has announced that the US will impose tariffs on all cars and trucks imported into the country. Read more…
Made-in-America solar just got a big win in Louisiana
Lightsource bp’s 180 megawatt (MW) Prairie Ronde Solar in Louisiana is now online and generating enough power for the equivalent of around 31,000 homes. Read more…
Hyundai’s Georgia EV plant is officially open and ready to launch the three-row IONIQ 9
Hyundai’s massive new EV plant in Georgia is officially open for business. The company held the grand opening on Wednesday at its new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, where it will build upcoming EVs, including its first three-row electric SUV, the IONIQ 9. Read more…
BYD’s new 1,000 kW EV fast chargers are ready and could hit China as early as next week
Less than ten days after BYD unveiled potentially game-changing EV charging technology, the Chinese auto conglomerate doubled down on its implementation plans and has shared that the first 1,000 kW fast chargers examples will be available to drivers as early as next week. Read more…
The Nissan LEAF is all grown up and better than ever: Here’s our first look at the new EV
The Nissan LEAF is now a crossover with some pretty major upgrades. Nissan unveiled the third-gen EV, dropping the iconic hatch design for a stylish crossover. It now has significantly more range, and it even has an NACS port for charging at Tesla Superchargers. Here’s our first look at the new Nissan LEAF EV. Read more…
Orange County to get new, stricter electric bicycle laws
Orange County, California, is set to enforce new regulations for electric bicycles starting in April 2025, reflecting growing safety concerns amid rapidly increasing e-bike use. According to county supervisor Katrina Foley, e-bike-related accidents have surged by an alarming 500% since 2020, prompting local authorities to introduce stricter rules aimed at curbing dangerous riding behaviors and enhancing public safety. Read more…
Tesla hypes ‘unsupervised full self-driving’ launch in June: here’s what it will actually launch
Tesla has started hyping its upcoming ‘unsupervised full self-driving’ launch in Austin in June. Let’s cut through the hype. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) spin off Also is a new micromobility EV startup for e-bikes, scooters, and more
After starting a “stealth program” years ago, Rivian’s (RIVN) new spin off will take on the micromobility space. Rivian spun out its micromobility business into a new EV startup called Also, Inc. The new brand will focus on lightweight vehicles like electric scooters, bikes, and more. Here’s what we know about Rivian’s new startup so far. Read more…
Tesla drops ‘FSD’ from name of its driver-assist tech in China
After a rocky rollout of its “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) system in China, Tesla is dropping “FSD” from the name of the system while it faces increased scrutiny from regulators. Read more…
The SEL trim is the best 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lease deal right now
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SEL is more expensive than the more basic SE, but it’s a better lease deal this month – here’s the lowdown.. Read more…
Tesla can deliver a new Model Y order today in US – pointing to low demand for the refresh
You can order a new Model Y Launch Edition today in the US, and Tesla can deliver it on the same day. This points to weak demand just weeks after the new vehicle’s deliveries started, while CEO Elon Musk indirectly suggested strong demand. Read more…
Meet BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV, a smart electric SUV that’s cheaper than it looks
BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV is finally here, and it’s even better than expected. The mass-market electric SUV is loaded with BYD’s “God’s Eye” smart driving tech, has up to 323 miles of driving range, and starts at just around $16,000. It even has a built-in refrigerator. Read more…
XCharge NA + Hypercharge supercharge Canada’s EV infrastructure
XCharge North America (XCharge NA) and Hypercharge Networks are bringing bidirectional DC fast chargers to Canada, starting in British Columbia and Ontario.. Read more…
Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicous $43 million in rebates
Tesla has been banned from upcoming federal EV rebate programs in Canada as the government freezes the suspicious $43 million in rebates that Tesla claimed days before the program was paused earlier this year. Read more…
BLUETTI can power your spring & summer travel adventures at the best prices ever!
Spring and summer are all about adventure – whether you’re hitting the open road in your RV, setting up camp in the great outdoors, or just being prepared for unexpected power outages. But what’s a road trip, tailgate party, or off-grid escape without reliable power? BLUETTI has the ultimate solutions to keep you charged no matter where you are. Read more…