Elon Musk says Tesla’s Full Self-Driving will soon remember your parking preferences and let you talk to it through Grok, like giving directions to an Uber driver. Read more…
The Ford Mustang Mach-e is on borrowed time as more affordable EVs roll in
After discontinuing the all-electric F-150 Lightning, it looks like the Mustang Mach-E is also running out of time. Ford is preparing to launch a new generation of EVs that are more affordable, more efficient, and more profitable, starting with the $30,000 pickup in 2027. Read more…
Sweden tells EU to reject Tesla ‘FSD’ unless speeding is removed
Sweden’s transport authority has told the European Union it should vote against approving Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving (Supervised)” across the bloc unless the system’s ability to exceed posted speed limits is removed. Read more…
Heybike sale up to $1,000 e-bike savings from $999, Anker SOLIX 24-hour flash sale on 508Wh to 7,680Wh power stations, Hiboy, more
We’ve got a mix of our top four Green Deal categories included in this week’s Thursday edition, starting with Heybike’s Father’s Day Sale that is lasting through Prime Day week with up to $1,000 e-bike savings, like the Hero Carbon Fiber All-Terrain e-bikes (rear or mid-drive motors) at their lows from $1,899, among others. We also have a 24-hour Anker SOLIX flash sale with exclusive bonus savings on 508Wh to 7,680Wh power station units starting from $265, as well as Hiboy’s Father’s Day Sale lineup with up to 60% discounts, like the U2 Pro Fat Tire Cargo Electric Scooter at its $900 low, the EGO Power+ 15-inch Multi-Head String Trimmer kit at the best price since October, and more waiting for you below. Don’t forget about all the hangover deals either, which have been collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Velotric Prime Day e-bike sale lineup with up to $862 savings, the latest EcoFlow flash sale offers with another day left, and more.. Read more…
Honda Has A New Partner For Solid-State EV Batteries
Honda and American startup QuantumScape will work together to develop solid-state batteries and manufacturing processes. Read More…
Pacific Power Source expands regenerative test platforms to 1.296 MW
Pacific Power Source expands regenerative AC/DC test platforms with higher power density and scalability for EV chargers and energy storage testing. Read more…
Kia EV5 review: Not the fastest, but one of the most impressive
With the EV5, Kia has launched an electric compact SUV that does not seek to stand out through headline-grabbing specifications. Instead, the 4.61-metre-long model focuses on the qualities that matter most in one of Europe’s largest vehicle segments. Our test drive shows where the EV5 excels – and where Kia still has room for improvement.
Electrify America opens 20-bay charging hub in Santa Barbara
Electrify America has opened a new large-format charging station in downtown Santa Barbara, California. The new site features 20 charging bays with power outputs of up to 350 kW and incorporates a 1.9 MW battery energy storage system (BESS). Read more…
Foxconn and EMP to begin producing electric SUVs in Poland from 2029
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk has confirmed reports about an electric car factory planned by ElectroMobility Poland (EMP) and Foxconn in southern Poland’s Jaworzno. The plant is set to open in 2029, where up to 400,000 electric SUVs will be produced annually. Read more…
Nemo project presents smart BMS for electric vehicles
A research consortium involving TU Graz has developed an advanced battery management system (BMS) for electric vehicles as part of the EU-funded Nemo project. Using new sensors and algorithms, the system provides deeper insight into battery behaviour, with the aim of improving both safety and service life. Read more…
Mahle chargeBIG unveils new AC charging station with four charging points
At this year’s Power2Drive, Mahle chargeBIG is presenting a charging terminal that can supply up to four electric vehicles simultaneously with 22 kW of AC charging power each. The new development was created in cooperation with Langmatz Energy, a provider of infrastructure and housing solutions. Read more…
Hyundai establishes battery assembly for the Ioniq 3 in Turkey
Hyundai is expanding planned production of the Ioniq 3 at its Turkish plant in İzmit to include its own battery assembly. The new facility is part of a €715 million investment package and will one day automate the assembly of battery packs onsite. Read more…
Forget Solid-State. This EV Battery Breakthrough Is Ready To Upend The Market Now
General Motors is betting on silicon anodes as the next leap in EV battery technology. Read More…
Here’s our first look at the second generation Dacia Spring
Today Dacia has officially revealed the name of its next all-electric vehicle, and it’s going to be called Spring just like the previous one. The second generation Spring will be made in Europe in the same factory that will make the new Renault Twingo, and the new Spring will probably be based on that model. Here’s the brand’s teaser video… Read more…
California VPP is rolling out a $6,000 rebate for new home batteries
Ava Community Energy’s SmartHome Battery program is offering income-qualified North California residents up to $6,000 in up front incentive cash to install a FranklinWH smart battery and connect it to the utility’s virtual power plant (VPP). Read more…
Here’s how AAA is now getting into e-bikes
AAA may be best known for roadside assistance and travel services, but the organization is now taking a much closer interest in electric bicycles and electric scooters as their popularity continues to surge across the US. Read more…
We toured the Aptera factory to see if the solar EV company is gonna make it
Alongside finally getting a chance to drive the Aptera 3-wheeled solar EV, we got a short tour around the company’s facility. It was illuminating – showing off the progress Aptera has made and the challenges still to come for the company. Read more…
Waymo Just Recalled A Bunch Of Robotaxis Because They Could Drive Into Closed Highway Construction Lanes
It’s the second Waymo recall in the last two months, after an earlier flaw allowed them to drive through flooded roads. Read More…
Nio brings Firefly to Hong Kong show, paving way for market entry
Firefly, Nio’s first right-hand drive model, was showcased at the ongoing Hong Kong Auto Show. Read more…
Ford to produce first LFP cells this year – thanks to CATL
Ford is reportedly on schedule to begin series production of LFP battery cells for use in electric vehicles this year. The US battery plant in Marshall is currently ramping up production of ‘D-Sample’ cells. The technology license comes from CATL. Read more…
