Deliveries of the regular variants of the IM L6 will begin at the end of May, while deliveries of the variant with semi-solid-state batteries are expected to begin in October. Read more…
Xiaomi will challenge Tesla with Model Y rival set for 2025 debut
Tech giant Xiaomi isn’t just about smartphones anymore – it’s charging full speed ahead into the electric vehicle market with a new SUV designed to compete directly with Tesla Model Y. Whispers from within the company reveal that Xiaomi has been diligently benchmarking its upcoming SUV against Tesla’s popular model. This isn’t just a passing fancy; the SUV has been… Read more…
Review: 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)
It has four motors, 579 hp, and an off-road heritage that goes back further than the Rivian R1S, GMC Hummer EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. With the electric version of its military-grade G-Class, Mercedes-Benz promises even more freedom from pavement than all those American-built flagwavers, and it does it all with batteries. And it’s a sort of… Read more…
In a first, the US will require grid planning for 20 years into the future
US grid operators haven’t been practicing long-term transmission planning, but for the first time, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) just made it mandatory. Read more…
Subaru, Toyota join forces on 3 new electric SUVs citing a ‘huge risk’ of building EVs alone
Subaru and Toyota are building on their partnership with plans to build three new electric crossovers. The company said that teaming up with Toyota will help minimize the “huge risk” of building EVs alone. Read more…
Tesla now spends ad money to influence shareholders approval of Elon Musk’s $55B payday
Tesla has now disclosed that it is spending money to promote its shareholders vote to approve of Elon Musk’s $55 billion compensation package. Read more…
Scout Motors will unveil two flagship EVs this summer, here’s what we know so far
Revived truck brand Scout Motors has set the timetable for the debut of its first-ever EVs. This summer, the public will catch a glimpse of an all-electric pickup and an SUV the Volkswagen sub-brand has been developing since its recent inception. Here’s what we know. Read more…
The Electric Mercedes G-Wagen Is The Best One
The clumsily named G 580 With EQ Technology is even better off-road than its gas-powered sibling. Plus you can wheel in total silence. Read more…
LG Energy Solution strengthens partnership with WesCEF to secure lithium supply chain
Battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution has signed an offtake agreement with Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilizers (WesCEF) for lithium concentrate. Under the agreement, WesCEF will supply LG Energy Solution with up to 85,000 tons of lithium concentrate, which could be used to produce around 11,000 tons of lithium hydroxide, a cathode raw material. WesCEF’s lithium… Read more…
Subaru Is Teaming Up With Toyota On 3 More Electric SUVs
Three more electric Subies should hit the market by 2026. The company says four in-house-developed EVs will arrive by 2028. Read more…
Jaguar to debut ultraluxury GT EV in the US
Jaguar is about to unveil a bold new model in the United States later this year. This is a significant shift for the brand, positioning it as a direct competitor to luxury EV powerhouses like Bentley and Porsche. The yet-to-be-named electric GT, expected to go on sale in 2025, is projected to carry a price tag exceeding €116,500, marking Jaguar’s… Read more…
Hover-1’s Altai Pro R750 e-bike $1,184 off, Jackey Explorer 1000 Plus power station hits $849 low, and more
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is a rare discount on Hover-1’s white Altai Pro R750 e-bike for $1,816. It is joined by the Jackery Explorer 1000 Plus Portable Power Station that has returned to its $849 low, as well as the Greenworks 40V 25-inch Cordless Electric Self-Propelled Lawn Mower at $525. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
Tesla’s head of Cybertruck manufacturing is out
Tesla’s head of Cybertruck manufacturing has left the company. It’s unclear if he was involved in yet another round of layoffs or if he left on his own accord. Read more…
Kia’s most powerful electric car, the new EV6 GT spotted ahead of its official debut [Video]
Kia is expected to reveal the new EV6 GT later this year as its most powerful electric car yet. Ahead of its official debut, Kia’s new EV6 GT was spotted in a new 360-degree video, giving us our closest look yet. Read more…
2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Comes To America With 91 kWh Battery, Up To 335 HP
The long-awaited electric bus comes in three trims and available AWD. Read more…
Xiaomi Already Has a Tesla Model Y Fighter In The Works: Report
Just a month after launching the wildly successful SU7, Xiaomi is already developing a new EV to take on the Tesla Model Y. Read more…
ENNOVI’s new EV battery cell contacting system uses lamination to improve manufacturing efficiency
E-mobility tech provider ENNOVI has introduced a new approach to cell contacting system (CCS) lamination. ENNOVI says it has qualified polyethylene terephthalate (PET) insulation foils and adhesives from multiple suppliers by testing them for their bond strength, durability and environmental impact, and has compiled a database of recommendations for the most effective material combinations. Historically,… Read more…
Whitepaper: Sustainable processing solutions for automotive manufacturing
Sponsored by Henkel. Learn how Henkel’s processing solutions enable sustainable, next-generation vehicle manufacturing across the value chain, from molten metal to final component Discover how Henkel’s sustainable processing fluids enable significant environmental benefits across key stages of the vehicle lifecycle, including the raw material stage and during customer manufacturing processes. Gain insights into metal-forming lubricants,… Read more…
VW reveals more US ID.Buzz feature details—no pricing yet
Volkswagen has confirmed feature, trim, and color combinations for the upcoming 2025 ID.Buzz in its long-awaited U.S. specification. The ID.Buzz will initially arrive for the U.S. in a launch-only 1st Edition version, VW confirmed, plus two other trims: Pro S and Pro S Plus. Pricing of the U.S. version won’t be announced until close to its… Read more…
GM to phase out the Chevy Malibu as next-gen Bolt EV launch looms
Chevy Malibu production will end later this year as GM prepares to launch new EVs, including the highly anticipated new Bolt EV. Read more…
