
With up to 300 miles of range and Lexus’ first “virtual manual gear shift system,” the RZ gets a glow-up. Read more…
CATL surges over 13% in HK stock market debut

Listing in Hong Kong means wider integration of CATL into the global capital markets, its chairman said.
CATL has a total market capitalization of HK$1.33 trillion.
CATL surges over 13% in HK stock market debut

Listing in Hong Kong means wider integration of CATL into the global capital markets, its chairman said.
CATL has a total market capitalization of HK$1.33 trillion.
BYD Fang Cheng Bao reaches 100,000th unit delivery milestone

The milestone means Fang Cheng Bao has delivered about 8,650 units so far this month.
That’s 18 months after Fang Cheng Bao’s first vehicle was delivered in November 2023.
Toyota’s new smart EV for China looks pretty sharp: Check out the bZ5
Toyota’s new bZ5 EV starts at about $18,000 in China and uses BYD batteries for a driving range of up to 630 km (391 miles). Can it keep up in the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
Trump reversal revives Empire Wind, NY’s offshore energy giant
The $5 billion Empire Wind is back in business. The Trump administration’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has lifted its stop-work order for Empire Wind, a major offshore wind project off the coast of New York led by Empire Offshore Wind LLC, a subsidiary of Equinor. Construction is now allowed to resume. Read more…
State of the solar industry as GOP eliminates homeowner’s tax credits
On today’s sunny side up episode of Quick Charge, we take a look at the latest from the world of solar power, and discuss Congressional Republicans’ plans to limit your energy independence by eliminating a critical tax credit for homeowners nearly ten years early. (!. Read more…
Tesla starts accepting Cybertruck trade-ins

The Cybertruck launched in December 2023, but despite Elon Must targeting a 250,000 units yearly production customer interest quickly waned. The supposedly long waiting list vanished within a couple of months as few opted to confirm them once they realized the truck achieves nowhere near the promised range and costs about twice as much. In a related issue those that… Read more…
Hyundai is making a comeback in China and this new EV might just seal the deal
Hyundai is gaining traction where most automakers are struggling to stay afloat. Despite a flood of low-cost electric cars and an intensifying price war, Hyundai sees an opportunity “to write a new chapter” with its first dedicated EV rolling out in China. Read more…
BYD launches the new low-cost e7 EV in China, starting at under $15,000
BYD’s new EV is about the size of a Tesla Model 3, but half the cost in China. After launching the e7, BYD is already boasting that it will be the “winner’s choice” for midsize EV sedans. Here’s our first look at the new low-cost electric sedan. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Trade-Ins Are Here. The Depreciation Is Brutal

The Tesla Cybertruck is turning into the ultimate depreciation machine. Read more…
Want A Nikola Hydrogen Truck? Now’s Your Chance

There are 103 completed hydrogen trucks up for grabs in the bankruptcy auction. Get one while you can. Read more…
NFI and Prologis Mobility open electric truck charging depot in Ontario, California

Supply chain solution provider NFI, a leading North American, and EV charging infrastructure provider Prologis Mobility have jointly announced the launch of a new electric truck charging depot in Ontario, California. The 1 MW facility includes 10 dedicated charging ports and can charge up to 20 vehicles daily. The charging depot will support NFI’s fleet… Read more…
BMW Says EV Mandates Are A ‘Dead End Street’

“Black and white” thinking can’t solve our climate problems, its CEO says. Changes must be consumer-driven. Is he right? Read more…
VW Confirms New Electric Golf GTI Will Be FWD-Only

Reject modernity, embrace tradition: No, your favorite hot hatch isn’t getting RWD. Read more…
Genesis GV90 sheds camo and shows off its ultra-luxe look
Genesis is preparing to introduce its new flagship EV, the GV90. The brand’s largest, most luxurious electric SUV already looks stunning. The Genesis GV90 was spotted with less camo ahead of its debut, giving us a sneak peek of the “ultra-luxe” EV. Read more…
RJ Scaringe continues to showcase how much more optimized the R2 design will be
Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has posted another interesting facet into the design of the American automaker’s upcoming R2 BEVs. As you’ll see below, the Rivian R2’s body harness has been significantly reduced in size, weight, and connections to enable lower assembly costs and an overall more environmentally friendly build.. Read more…
Save up to $5,394 on Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus units from new $2,999 low, NIU KQi 200F e-scooter at new $649 low, Aventon, more
This week’s Green Deals are kicking off with two popular power stations at their lowest prices, as well as two EV sales – and be sure to also check out our Ride to Work EV hub from Friday that has all the best ongoing EV savings that are running through the rest of the month. Headlining today’s edition is Anker taking up to $5,394 off its SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station and bundles that are starting from a new low of $2,999. We also have Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale, with up to $400 off models like the Abound Cargo e-bike at $1,599, as well as a new low price on NIU’s latest KQi 200F Electric Scooter for $649. Lastly, the popular Jackery Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station has returned to its $89 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage. Read more…
Tesla paid Powerwall owners $10 million through virtual power plants
Tesla announced it paid Powerwall owners $9.9 million through its virtual power plant programs in 2024. Read more…
Durapower partners with GEBA to supply battery packs for construction

Durapower Technology, a lithium-ion battery manufacturer, has announced a partnership with Green Road Machines, or GEBA, a company that specializes in the electrification of road construction machinery, to facilitate its entry into the construction machinery sector. Based in the Netherlands, GEBA showcased its construction vehicles that incorporate Durapower’s battery packs. The two companies worked together… Read more…

