
Kumho Tire U.S.A., the US distribution arm of Korea-based tire manufacturer Kumho Tire, has introduced two new tires for EVs: the Majesty 9 Solus TA91 EV, designed for coupes, sedans, and CUVs; and the Crugen HP71 EV, with improved all-weather performance for CUVs and SUVs. Both feature the company’s K-Silent technology that uses sound-absorbing foam… Read more…
Kia confirms EV3 for May 23 reveal, arrival in late 2024

Kia on Tuesday confirmed that its compact EV3 electric SUV will go on sale later this year. The production-bound EV3 is due to make its debut on May 23 and will in its shift from a concept vehicle to a production-bound one arrive “comprehensively equipped,” according to Kia, while also offering “outstanding performance through… Read more…
Vermont just passed a 100% renewable electricity mandate
Vermont today passed a bill that requires 100% renewable electricity across all the state’s utilities by 2035, and it’s expected to become law. Read more…
Kia teases first images of its production-ready EV3 and sets the date for its global premiere
Kia has just posted some teaser images of its upcoming EV3 SUV – its latest all-electric model promising to be smaller, more affordable, and more “plant-based” than its current siblings in the “EV” portfolio. To mark the occasion, Kia has also shared the date and time for the global premiere of the new EV3, which will take place later this month. Read more…
Enphase IQ EV chargers adjust to the grid to save you money, and a whole lot more
If you’re looking to charge your electric vehicle at home without getting stung by soaring electricity bills, Enphase Energy has you covered. Its powerful new IQ line of Level 2 EV chargers is rugged, easy to install, and comes with a host of smart features that can optimize an off-peak charging schedule to save you cash — and best of all, the IQ chargers cut your charging times by up to 12 times. Plus, they integrate easily into Enphase’s solar and battery system to save even more money. Read here for more details — and incredible savings. Read more…
Automobili Pininfarina honors its 1950s Lancia design language with the new quad-motor Battista Cinquantacinque
The Automobili Pininfarina Battista Cinquantacinque. It may not roll right off the tongue, but with four all-electric motors, it can definitely roll right off the starting line and then some. Today, the classic Italian automaker reborn for the electric age has introduced a new iteration of the Battista called the Cinquantacinque. It’s a nod to a 1955 Lancia model, the original Pininfarina brand designed but revamped for the modern age. Read more…
Rivian Plans To Make Up To 155,000 R2 SUVs Annually In Illinois

That’s about triple Rivian’s sales last year. Read more…
Allego to supply fast EV chargers to Ford’s European dealerships

International EV charging network Allego, headquartered in the Netherlands, plans to supply high-power EV chargers with capacities of up to 400 kW to hundreds of Ford dealerships across Europe. Deployment of the technology to Ford’s public BlueOval Charge Network, which includes 600,000 charging points across 36 European countries, is expected to begin this year. Ford… Read more…
Ram Promaster EV brings Detroit’s third maker into electric vans

The Ram ProMaster is a Fiat design dating to 2014, but it now offers an up-to-date electric powertrain. In January, Stellantis said its Ram truck brand would start selling the ProMaster EV, a battery-electric model of the ProMaster van that it restyled and updated for 2023. That van, launched in 2014 as the Fiat Ducato,… Read more…
How Much Does A Lucid Cost?

The electric Air sedan costs $71,400 for 2024, and the Gravity SUV will cost around $80,000. Read more…
Can You Own An Electric Car Without Having A Garage Or At-Home Charging?

It’s possible, though there are some extra challenges you’ll need to overcome. Read more…
Tesla Sales May Fall This Year, Analyst Says

If Q2 is as bad as it’s looking, Tesla could be in for its first year-over-year sales decline since the Model S launch in 2012. Read more…
Lucid’s Upcoming Midsize Car Targets $48,000 Price, CEO Says

The mysterious smaller Lucid is slated to start production in late 2026. Read more…
How HummingbirdEV uses modular platforms and micro-factories to lower the cost of commercial EVs

Q&A with HummingbirdEV CEO Rakesh Koneru. The commercial EV market is hot—a bit too hot for some. Over the past decade, we’ve seen dozens of startups come and go. Many of these built promising vehicles, but starved out while waiting for customers to place volume orders. California-based HummingbirdEV, which was founded in 2015, is taking… Read more…
EV charger manufacturers can sign up here to tour CSA Group’s state-of-the-art test lab

Sing up to explore CSA Group’s Cleveland, OH facility, which is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and testing areas to support your EVSE testing needs. Step inside the cutting-edge testing laboratory for an exclusive and close-up look at how EV chargers and batteries are rigorously tested. This is your opportunity to gain a better understanding of… Read more…
Affordable Kia EV3 launches on May 23

Kia’s upcoming EV3, a fully electric crossover is set to debut on May 23. With an estimated starting price of €29,800 in the US, it could become one of the most budget-friendly electric crossovers on the market. Kia EV3 teaser image This latest contender joins Kia’s growing EV lineup, confirming the brand’s continued commitment to electric vehicles. The production-ready EV3… Read more…
America’s first hydrogen garbage truck arrives in Las Vegas
New Way Trucks and the hydrogen fuel cell experts at Hyzon just revealed North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric refuse truck at Waste Expo in Las Vegas. Read more…
Save extra $100 on Juiced e-bikes, Jackery flash sale, 1-day Greenworks pressure washer sale, and more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is Juiced Bikes’ Mother’s Day sale that is taking $100 off purchases over $500, including most e-bikes, like the RipRacer Fun-Sized Fat-Tire e-bike for $1,049. It is joined by a limited-time Jackery flash sale that is taking up to 42% off power stations, bundles, and accessories starting from $100, as well as a 1-day sale on the Greenworks 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer Combo Kit at $429. Plus, more hangover Green Deals still alive and well.. Read more…
Despite Elon Musk’s foolishness, auto industry shouldn’t give up on NACS
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is causing chaos in the EV industry by firing Tesla’s entire charging team, which may lead some automakers to reconsider their plans to adopt the NACS plug. But NACS is just a better standard, and the industry should move forward on it, even if Tesla waffles with its commitment. Read more…
BYD’s home city in China now has more supercharging plugs than gas pumps
Shenzhen, the home of Chinese EV giant BYD, says it’s become the first in China to have more supercharging plugs than gas pumps. Read more…

