Kia has officially unveiled its first pickup truck, the Tasman before it hits global markets. Due to its worldwide availability, Kia will offer the Tasman in several powertrain configurations, including a diesel model. However, the Korean automaker is also developing two new all-electric pickups that will be sold in the US. Today’s images offer a look at what a BEV Kia pickup may look like. Read more…
Velotric 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike $1,199 with bonus savings, ALLPOWERS solar power bank $75, Worx, Goal Zero, more
Leading today’s Green Deals is Velotric’s 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike at $1,199, which also has some bundle savings options for either add-on gear or buying two e-bikes together. Next, ALLPOWERS’ Halloween sale takes 41% off power banks, stations, and solar generator bundles, like the PB100 24,000mAh Power Bank that comes with a 21W solar panel for a new $75 low. There’s a bunch of great Worx lawn care and garden care equipment seeing some major savings at the moment, and also Goal Zero’s Yeti 1000X Portable Power Station hitting a new $489 low. Bringing up the rear is the one-day flash sale on EcoFlow’s WAVE 2 Portable AC/Heater that has dropped costs to its $899 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Lectric XPedition e-bike savings, GE’s smart combo washer/dryer, and more. Read more…
The US’s first Atlantic floating offshore wind lease sale raises $21.9 million
The Atlantic coast’s first floating offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Maine resulted in two provisional winners and $21.9 million in winning bids, with four lease areas awarded. Read more…
An all-electric Plymouth? Stellantis teases new EV conversion kit and more
Is Plymouth due for an electric revival? Not exactly. But you may have the opportunity to convert one for yourself soon. Stellantis gave us a sneak peek with the 1967 Plymouth GTX Electromod concept. Read more…
2025 Porsche Taycan 70-MPH Range Test: Way Better Than Advertised
The base-model Taycan with the long-range battery is an excellent road-tripper. Read more…
Ford’s Goal For ‘Game-Changer’ Electric Truck: Match China’s EVs
CEO Jim Farley says Ford’s midsize electric truck will be able to match the Chinese automakers at the most elusive challenge yet: cost. Read more…
Zeus signs first dealer agreement to distribute Class 5 electric trucks
Zeus Electric Chassis, a Minnesota-based electric truck chassis-cab manufacturer, has signed a dealer agreement, its first, with One Stop Truck & Equipment of Sacramento, California, to distribute Class 5 electric work trucks. Zeus offers a Class 5 electric chassis paired with the conventional pickup-style cab that is dominant in the work truck sector. The made-in-the-USA… Read more…
KAIST develops technology for precise EV battery diagnosis
Researchers at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a new technology that can diagnose and monitor the state of EV batteries with high precision using only small amounts of current, aiming to maximize long-term stability and efficiency. The research team, led by Professors Kyeongha Kwon and Sang-Gug Lee from the School… Read more…
Cadillac Lyriq-V will be the first-ever electric V-Series
Cadillac is taking the next step into the electric future with the upcoming Lyriq-V. Set to launch early next year, the high-performance variant of the Lyriq SUV will be the first EV by the company worthy of the V series. Цadillac is ready to challenge established players like BMW and Tesla in the performance EV market. The Lyriq-V will be… Read more…
EU imposes special tariffs on electric cars from China
The EU’s special tariffs on imports of electric cars from China will come into force on 31 October. The EU Commission adopted the corresponding regulation on Tuesday. This means that Germany’s opposition to the tariffs has ultimately failed. Read more…
These States Charge Extra Fees To Register EVs And PHEVs
39 states charge additional fees beyond the standard car registration for an EV, ranging from $50 to $400. Read more…
Here’s our first look at the Cadillac Lyriq-V electric SUV, arriving early 2025
GM’s luxury brand is launching a new performance electric SUV early next year. The Cadillac Lyriq-V will be the first all-electric SUV to wear the V-Series badge, GM’s benchmark for performance and innovation. Read more…
Audi introduces cheaper version of its upcoming A6 electric sedan
Audi is expanding the line-up of its upcoming A6 electric sedan by introducing new entry-level versions. Read more…
BYD to launch its smallest EV in Australia, hinting at low-cost Seagull arrival
Is BYD bringing its cheapest EV to another overseas market? BYD will officially launch an electric car even smaller than the Dolphin in Australia, hinting it could be the low-cost Seagull EV. Read more…
Tesla is doubling the size of Gigafactory Texas
Tesla has applied for permits to double the size of Gigafactory Texas in Austin as it adds new vehicle production. Read more…
Christian Sulser from Iveco: How the manufacturer is getting ready for its electric push
At the IAA Transportation 2024, Christian Sulser, Iveco’s Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, shared insights on the company’s electric future, including the launch of the S-eWay. With new models and collaborations in the pipeline, Iveco is on a mission to electrify its portfolio. But is the market ready for electric heavy-duty vehicles? Read more…
Xiaomi breaks ‘Nordschleife’ record with the SU7 Ultra
Xiaomi claims to have broken the world record for the fastest four-door car on the famed Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany with a prototype of the SU7 Ultra. Read more…
Audi to close Brussels plant in February 2025
What had already become apparent with the unsuccessful search for an investor is becoming reality: the Audi plant in Brussels will cease production at the end of February 2025. This makes the factory the first production facility that the Volkswagen Group has closed in Europe for decades. Read more…
British postal service to stock up on electric Peugeots
Peugeot is to equip the Royal Mail fleet with over 2,000 additional electric vans. The British postal service initially publicised the expansion of its fleet by 2,100 electric vans at the end of July. Read more…
Polestar and Volvo gain Tesla Supercharger access, NACS adapters cost $230
Polestar and Volvo on Tuesday confirmed details of its rollout of Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) adoption, which the automakers claim will give customers access to more than 17,800 Tesla Supercharger DC fast-charging stations. Current Polestar owners can now order a $230 NACS adapter through their local service center, with… Read more…
