Researchers at Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratory for Material Science and Technology, are developing industrial-scale graphene-based supercapacitors with higher energy density and conductivity than current carbon-based designs. The goal is to offer roll-to-roll printable electrode technology suitable for electric vehicles and other high-demand applications. Read more…
Maryland State invests in electric school buses
The state’s Energy Administration has just announced $12 million of grant funding through the 2025 Electric School Bus Grant Program. It will see electric school buses and infrastructure introduced to seven school districts. Read more…
This 50% recycled glass solar panel performs like brand new
Solar panel recycler SOLARCYCLE and Arizona State University just proved that solar panels made with recycled glass work just as well as new ones. Read more…
IM Motors unveils extended-range system just like putting an engine in a Tesla Model Y
IM Motors claims its extended-range system achieves three times the range of the Model Y using a similar battery capacity.
The first model to feature the system is the new IM LS6, which will begin pre-sales on August 15.
Polestar Is Doing Great. Except In China, Where It Sold 69 Cars All Year

Polestar has reportedly closed all of its Chinese stores aside from one in Shanghai. Could it exit China soon? Lire la suite…
Podcast: Tesla loses first Autopilot wrongful death trial, Cadillac Lyric V first drive, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla losing the first Autopilot wrongful death trial, our Cadillac Lyric V first drive, and more. Read more…
The Honda Prologue had a big month as sales shot up 83% in July
The Honda Prologue remained one of the top-selling EVs in the US after sales surged 83% in July. Honda’s electric SUV outsold the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai IONIQ 5 last month. Read more…
Trump just killed all offshore wind zones as US power needs surge
Trump’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is rescinding every single Wind Energy Area (WEA) in US federal waters, wiping out over 3.5 million acres of zones once earmarked for offshore wind development. Read more…
Tesla’s refreshed Model Y Performance finally breaks cover in California
Few vehicles can generate as much interest as a new Tesla, and for months, there’s been a gap in the company’s lineup. But now, the missing piece of the puzzle has been found cruising the streets of California. A camouflaged prototype spotted near Tesla’s engineering headquarters in Palo Alto strongly suggests the high-performance version of the refreshed Model Y is… Read more…
Why Electrify America Isn’t Slowing Down

One of America’s biggest charging networks is keeping its foot on the accelerator, despite a rough patch for the EV market. Lire la suite…
Hangcha and Manitou form lithium battery JV In France
Chinese industrial vehicle manufacturer Hangcha and Manitou, a French company specializing in manufacturing material handling, lifting and earth-moving equipment, have agreed to expand their partnership to create a joint venture (JV) focused on manufacturing and distributing lithium-ion batteries for industrial vehicles. The JV is a step forward in Hangcha’s strategy to expand globally while directly… Read more…
Victims of Tesla Autopilot crash are seeking $345 million in damages
The victims and family of victims of a crash involving Tesla Autopilot are seeking $345 million in damages as part of a wrongful death court case. Read more…
Nissan may keep this gas SUV alive despite a new EV version coming soon
Although the Nissan Juke EV is set to debut next year, the crossover SUV may still be offered with a gas engine after all. Read more…
EcoFlow TRAIL power stations launch from $113, Exclusive Bluetti Apex 300 savings (up to $3,150 off), Lectric Back to School Sale, more
We’re closing this week’s Green Deals coverage with some major launches and one of our favorite e-bike brand’s next big sale, starting with the launch of EcoFlow’s new TRAIL 200 DC 60,000mAh and TRAIL 300 DC 90,000mAh power stations, along with plenty of bundle options and some extra savings – all starting from $113. Following right behind it is the exclusive early-bird savings (up to $3,150) on Bluetti’s new Apex 300 Versatile Power Station and bundles that start from $1,439, as well as Lectric’s Back to School Sale that is taking up to $654 off e-bike bundles, with many seeing increased packages, like the XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes that are getting $365 in free gear starting from $999. We also have Greenworks’ Pro-grade 2,700 PSI electric pressure washer back at its 2025 low, as well as Worx’s 20V PowerShare 10-inch cordless chainsaw, and more waiting for you below. Plus, all the hangover savings at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new ENGWE Engine Pro 2.0 folding e-bike low price, Anker’s eufy SoloCam S220 solar security camera savings, and more. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) is found liable in fatal Autopilot crash, has to pay $329 million
Tesla has lost its Autopilot fatal crash wrongful death case in Florida as a jury says the automaker has to pay the victims $329 million. Read more…
The Kia EV4 Ran For 6,200 Miles At The Nurburgring And It Wouldn’t Die

Kia ran the EV4 around the Nurburgring almost 480 times to try to kill its battery—here’s what happened. Lire la suite…
IUC, Redaptive form financing partnership for EV charger deployment
New Zealand-based charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) provider Invisible Urban Charging (IUC) has entered into a financing agreement with Redaptive, which deploys energy-as-a-service (EaaS) installations for whole-building portfolios, to supply capital for the financing and refinancing of some of IUC’s portfolio of contracted EV charger deployments in the US and Europe. The partnership aims to allow sites to… Read more…
BASF Battery Materials to supply cathode active materials to CATL
Chemicals giant BASF and battery supplier Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) have signed an agreement for the global supply of cathode active materials (CAM). BASF’s Battery Materials business provides CAM to both cell manufacturers and automotive OEMs. “Our portfolio includes base metals sourcing and management, as well as various battery recycling solutions,” says the company. “By… Read more…
BMW starts series production of electric motors for the Neue Klasse
Today, BMW has proudly announced the start of series production of the electric motors it will use in the Neue Klasse. These ‘Gen6’ motors will be made at the company’s plant in Steyr, Austria, at least initially – the facility is said to be “the first production site” for them, not the only one. Once made in Steyr, they will… Read more…
YouTuber Swaps A Dead, Base Tesla Model 3 Into An AWD Performance EV

Rich Rebuilds got his hands on a bog-standard Tesla Model 3 with a dead battery. So he’s transforming it into a Model 3 Performance. Lire la suite…