Commercial Trailer Leasing (CTL) recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Orange EV to bring a fleet of zero-emission electric yard trucks to various terminals across the US. Read more…
Polestar stops accepting custom Polestar 2 orders because demand is too high
Polestar’s online configurator is no longer accepting new custom Polestar 2 orders, and Polestar says that the reason is because demand is too high for its best-selling vehicle. Read more…
Porsche’s upgraded Taycan EV boasts longer range and faster charging
In initial tests, the new Porsche Taycan showed impressive driving range of up to 365 miles (587 km). Although these were pre-series models, the upgraded EV drove over 100 miles more than the current model. Read more…
QuietKat Lynx e-bike $1,000 off, Jackery power stations from $359, snow blowers, more
Today’s deals are a cornucopia of special sales and savings opportunities, headlined by the QuietKat Lynx All-Terrain e-bike at $2,999, those $1,000 in savings are joined by a home energy backup sale from Jackery that has a selection of power stations and solar panels from $359. Then save on EGO Power+ electric snow blowers from $549. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.. Read more…
Subaru EV Sales Slowed Down In January 2024
The Subaru Solterra model awaits its new 2024 model year version. Read more…
Great Wall Motor’s 5,500 mm long luxury sedan leaks
The Great Wall Motor group (GWM) is currently China’s eighth largest automaker, but it plans to grow, and of course these days that can only be achieved by launching new EVs. Or, as it seems to be customary in China these days, new EVs from new brands. GWM is reportedly doing just that. It will introduce a new brand, for… Read more…
New EV batteries use cost-effective niobium additives in the cathode
New battery chemistries using niobium oxide in the cathode active materials are nearing completion in Asia, according to CBMM, a niobium manufacturer and seller. Since 2019, CBMM has seen a 500% increase in niobium oxide exports to fulfill demand for new uses for EV battery cathodes. The company expects sales to reach 1,000 tons in… Read more…
Mercedes CTO says solid-state batteries may not be necessary
Solid-state battery technology is widely expected to be the next big thing in the EV world, as it promises higher energy density, lower cost and more safety than current Li-ion designs. However, Mercedes Chief Technology Officer Markus Schäfer recently voiced a contrarian view, saying that solid-state batteries “may not be necessary,” thanks to developments in… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Aero Wheel Covers Are Chewing Into Tire Sidewalls
The Cybertruck’s fancy Goodyear tires are being chewed up by its wheel covers. Here’s what’s happening next. Read more…
Most Ford EV drivers will get Tesla charge-port adapters for free
Ford provided an update on Wednesday on its plans to adopt the Tesla charge port for future EVs and to allow current and recent EV models to charge on the Tesla Supercharger network. To the latter point, Ford revealed that the accessory adapters needed to get drivers of current and recent American Ford EVs on-network with Supercharging will be… Read more…
ChargeHub and Parkopedia join forces on charging in USA and Canada
Parking service provider Parkopedia is partnering with North American EV roaming hub operator ChargeHub. Read more…
Yana Fayer appointed Electrify America CFO
Electrify America announced the appointment of Yana Fayer to the position of chief financial officer. Fayer has over 15 years of finance and accounting experience across energy, asset management, retail, and construction industries. Read more…
Tesla drops Model Y price in Canada, now access up to $12,000 rebate in Quebec
Tesla has dropped the price of the two base Model Y trims in Canada, which now means buyers of the popular Model Y AWD could get up to $12,000 in rebate in Quebec. Read more…
Tesla’s latest ‘million vehicle safety recall’ is about font sizes
Tesla is having to “recall” over 2 million vehicles, but again, the fix is just a software update and this time, it’s about font sizes. Seriously. Read more…
Hyundai is launching an electric van as its first export model based on its new EV platform
Hyundai announced a new deal with Iveco Group to supply an all-electric van based on its global eLCV platform. The Iveco-badged electric van will be Hyundai’s first export to use its new EV platform. Read more…
Dope or nope? A custom truck builder is modding up Rivians with lift kits, Kevlar paint, and roll cages [Video]
If you’ve been inside a Rivian R1T or R1S, you could argue they’re pretty well equipped to handle off-road terrain and are already reasonably customizable with add-ons. However, a custom truck specialist in Florida has reimagined the Rivian pickup for “Apocalyptic” level performance with an entirely customized exterior complete with LED lights, a roll cage, and even Kevlar paint.. Read more…
Kia U.S. All-Electric Car Sales Increased 57% In January 2024
The Kia EV9 outsold the EV6 last month. Read more…
Here are the three flagship colors of the Renault 5
The relentless teaser campaign for the upcoming Renault 5 EV continues. So far, we’ve seen a prototype at Roland Garros, some design details along with pricing and battery capacity, as well as a teaser video. Today, it’s time for colors. Renault revealed the three “flagship colors” for the upcoming car. The use of the word “flagship” implies there may be… Read more…
Hyundai Starts 2024 With 77% Year-Over-Year BEV, PHEV U.S. Sales Increase
Hyundai’s all-electric and car sales increased by 42% year-over-year. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 ‘Highland’ Falls Short In Norwegian Winter EV Range Test
All the cars in the test were below their advertised figures, but the Model 3 fell short by almost 30%. Read more…