In a recent test, a Rivian R1T pickup ripped through a steel guardrail like it was barely there. Read more…
Heybike Ranger e-bike $999, Save 20% on Greenworks garden tools, and more
Headlining today’s top deals is the Heybike Ranger Foldable Cargo e-bike that boasts a 55-mile travel range for $999. It is joined by a 5-day garden sale promotion from Greenworks on a selection of edgers, cultivators, dethatchers, and sprayers, as well as the EGO Power+ 16-inch 56V Cordless Electric Chainsaw at $219. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.. Read more…
World’s first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm beats expectations in the face of extreme storms
WindFloat Atlantic – the world’s first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm – has now been online for three years and continues to break its own power output records. Read more…
This company has upped the golf experience with a luxe EV cart that comes in a limousine version
A special-purpose vehicle developer out of South Korea has introduced a new line of electric golf carts that can bring more technology and comfort to the game. While these innovative Cruise LABE EVs won’t help shave strokes off your score, they provide luxury, protection from the elements, and a slew of cool features sure to impress others on the links… maybe even the girls on the drink carts. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck wheel covers cause unusual wear, will be redesigned
Tesla Cybertrucks are now being delivered without aerodynamic wheel covers installed, due to the covers causing excessive wear and tear to tires. Tesla is currently redesigning the covers, with a fix coming soon™. Read more…
Some Automakers Soften On EVs, But Lucid Charges Forward
CEO Peter Rawlinson thinks the future is bright for Lucid, citing behind-the-scenes groundwork that should pay off soon. Read more…
Department of Homeland Security orders $4.8 million worth of Beam Global off-grid EV charging systems
Government agencies and municipalities are lining up to buy Beam Global’s EV ARC solar-powered off-grid EV charging systems, which not only come in handy in a disaster-recovery scenario, but also offer a quick and simple way to deploy EV charging. The latest customer is the US Department of Homeland Security, which has ordered 47 Beam… Read more…
DOE releases $131 million in funding for EV batteries and other transport-related projects
The latest round of funding to be announced by the US Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Office includes support for a wide range of projects designed to advance low-carbon transportation technologies, including several EV-related initiatives. A big chunk of the money—$60 million—will go to the United States Advanced Battery Consortium to further develop pre-competitive vehicle-related… Read more…
Volvo Stops Funding Polestar As Geely Prepares Bailout
The two companies will continue to collaborate on R&D, manufacturing, and sales. Read more…
Winter range test of 23 EVs produces surprising champion
Motor.no carries out winter tests each year in Norway to see which EV performs best in these harsh winter conditions and more often than not it was one of Tesla models on top with the Model S Plaid achieving 530 km last year. However, this year it was the HiPhi Z to come on top. It did 522 km on… Read more…
Hyundai Motor Group Sold More EVs In The U.S. Than GM And Ford In 2023
The South Korean group remains the top OEM in terms of all-electric car sales after Tesla. Read more…
E3 Lithium discovers high lithium concentrations in Alberta’s Nisku Aquifer
The Canadian province of Alberta, currently the country’s top producer of petroleum, could soon be producing substantial quantities of lithium. Alberta-based lithium developer E3 Lithium has announced the discovery of higher-than-expected lithium concentrations in the Nisku Aquifer through a new six-well sampling program conducted late in 2023. E3 Lithium sampled brine in the Nisku from… Read more…
Transforming the EV Charging Station Market: New AI-Driven Revenue Opportunities
Sponsored by SECOThe electric mobility surge owes its momentum to a confluence of factors—heightened environmental consciousness, strides in battery technology, and the perspective of reduced operational costs. As electric vehicles gain traction, they emerge as a linchpin in smart city management, aligning with sustainability, enhanced efficiency, and reduced emissions goals. The growing use of EV… Read more…
Kia EV9 sales are heating up in the US
Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales.. Read more…
‘World’s largest EV range test’ sees Tesla dethroned by an automaker you may not know yet
On Wednesday, the Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) completed its bi-annual El Prix event that tests the range of dozens of popular EVs from around the globe and various price brackets. While Tesla has dominated the last four years, 2024’s winter edition of the El Prix saw a newcomer not only deliver the most range in cold weather but also come closest to its advertised range. Read more…
Here’s how BYD is working on its image problem
China’s BYD is selling millions of EVs, famously outselling Tesla in the last quarter of 2023, and riding an enormous wave of success. But not many Europeans (and practically no Americans) have ever heard of it, much less trust it as a reliable brand. But as the EV giant makes inroads outside of China, it is looking to change that, the old-school way, dealer by dealer. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) is converting its sleek electric sedan into a new line of police vehicles
Lucid (LCID) is launching a new line of police vehicles based on its luxury Air electric sedan. The EV startup is set to unveil the new EVs at the World Defense Show next week in Saudi Arabia.. Read more…
GM Has 100,000 Reservations For Its EV Pickups
Plus, the EV buying experience beats out ICE and Stellantis dealers are rushing to prepare for new electric models. Read more…
USA sees 2,968 new fuel cell cars registered in 2023
Hydrogen cars also remain a small niche segment in the USA. However, the two car models are only sold in one state – due to the lack of infrastructure. Read more…
Polestar 4 Goes On Sale In Europe And Australia, U.S. Launch Set For Mid-2024
Deliveries of the company’s fastest production model to date are slated to begin in August. Read more…
