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…
Mercedes-Owned YASA reveals a 737 hp axial flux electric motor that weighs just 29 pounds

Axial flux electric motors are a hot topic these days. They aren’t new, as our electronics guru Jeffrey Jenkins pointed out in his deep dive into the axial flux world back in 2021. But innovative designs from motor makers including Turntide and Orbis Electric promise to open up new applications to EVs. Mercedes-Owned YASA is… Read more…
Webinar: Meeting safety requirements for EV on-board chargers

Advanced electric vehicles call for equally advanced on-board charging systems that prioritize safety and reliability. This webinar explores how TDK’s portfolio of circuit protection components is designed to protect equipment and people from damage or harm. Protection products, including PTC inrush current limiters (ICLs), surge arresters (GDTs), leaded disc varistors, multilayer chip varistors, NTC thermistors,… Read more…
Drone drops electric bike to help Ukrainian soldier escape Russians
In one of the most innovative battlefield escapes to date, a Ukrainian soldier managed to flee Russian encirclement thanks to a drone-delivered electric bike. Read more…
Hyundai IONIQ 5 shatters US sales record as its EV push kicks into high gear
Hyundai set another US sales record after sales surged 15% in July. The new IONIQ 5 had its best sales month ever as Hyundai’s EV plans begin to unfold. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) is not paying its bills and it is destroying small American businesses
Tesla (TSLA) is not paying its bills, and this has led to at least two small American businesses going bankrupt. The automaker had over $110 million in liens with contractors over the last 5 years. Read more…

