In the January-September period, China saw 195 models with price cuts, surpassing the 150 models in the whole of 2023, and significantly higher than the 95 models in 2022. Read more…
Here are the EVs you can lease for under $200 a month this October
Who said electric vehicles are too expensive? With several EVs on sale for lease under $200 a month this October, the prices prove otherwise. Here are some of the best EV lease deals this month. Read more…
Here’s what to know if you drive an EV and live in Hurricane Milton’s path
If you drive an EV and live on Florida’s Gulf Coast, you have two choices before the powerful Hurricane Milton arrives – here’s what to know. Read more…
Mini to bring two JCW models to Paris Motor Show next week
The Mondial de l’Automobile 2024 in Paris is shaping up to be a showcase of electric innovation, and Mini is also planing to expand its EV lineup. The British brand will introduce two John Cooper Works models. They should inject a dose of high-performance excitement into the EV lineup. The company promises thrilling performance combined with the brand’s signature go-kart… Read more…
LG Chem to supply cathode active materials to Toyota-Panasonic JV
South Korea’s LG Chem has secured a supply of cathode active materials (CAM) for EV battery manufacturer Prime Planet Energy & Solutions (PPES), a Japanese joint venture between Toyota Motor and Panasonic, starting in 2026. PPES has been supplying batteries to global OEMs including Toyota from its plant in Japan. LG Chem’s technical approach to… Read more…
Sales start for the Avatr 07 in China
The Avatr brand from Changan, CATL, and Huawei has kicked off sales of its third model in China. The Avatr 07 SUV crossover is the brand’s first model to be offered as a battery-electric model, and with an additional range extender. Read more…
Plug-In Hybrids Are Not The Solution You Think They Are
New research from J.D. Power shows why—despite a lot of hype—PHEVs still aren’t taking off. Read more…
Pando Electric launches integrated EV charging for multifamily properties
California-headquartered EV charging company Pando Electric has introduced an EV charging system designed for multifamily properties that uses existing NEMA 14-50 electrical sockets to minimize upfront setup costs. The system integrates compact Level 2 charging hardware with adaptive load-management software, which is designed to prevent capacity overload, enable smart metering and automatically scale back charging… Read more…
New study: initial charging at high currents increases battery lifespan
Charging lithium-ion batteries at high currents just before they leave the factory is 30 times faster and increases battery lifespans by 50%, according to a study at the SLAC-Stanford Battery Center in California. Researchers at the center report in a study published in energy research journal Joule that giving batteries their first charge at unusually… Read more…
The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV LT is finally coming with over 400 miles range, starting at $75,195
Chevy announced that the 2025 Silverado EV will have lower prices, more driving range, and new trim options. The 2025 all-electric Chevy pickup starts at $57,095 for the Work Truck model, while the LT trim will be available for the first time.. Read more…
MOD Easy 3 e-bike at new $2,699 low, Save $1,199 on EcoFlow bundles in 1-day sale, Anker SOLIX, GoTrax, Greenworks, more
Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is a $600 discount on the MOD Easy 3 e-bike that is now down at a new $2,699 low price. We’ve also got an early Prime Day deal on Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station that is down at a $549 low and running parallel with Anker’s Early Prime Big Deal Days sale that ends alongside the Amazon 2-day event. From there we have a bunch of one-day discounts for you, with EcoFlow’s latest flash sale offering up to 53% off its DELTA 2 and DELTA 2 Max power station bundles that start from a new $779 low. We also have GoTrax’s XR PRO Commuting Electric Scooter down at $400, as well as both a refurbished and brand new option on Greenworks’ 80V 730 CFM cordless blowers that are at their lowest prices starting from $130. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend.. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) takes a big step toward restarting Georgia EV plant construction for R2
Rivian (RIVN) is moving closer to restarting construction at its $5 billion EV plant in Georgia after pausing it months ago. The company recently took a significant step by applying for a federal loan to get its second manufacturing plant back on track. Read more…
World’s first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm still smashing its own power records
Portugal’s WindFloat Atlantic – the world’s first semi-submersible floating offshore wind farm – is now four years old and still breaking its own power output records. Read more…
2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron: Is It Still Relevant?
The crossover formerly known as the Audi E-Tron has some solid upgrades to go with that name change. But is it still a contender? Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD to land in Europe with over 700 km range
Tesla is apparently getting ready to relaunch the Model 3 Long Range RWD in Europe, which it stopped selling back in 2019. Of course the new version will have the new refreshed Model 3 looks. It will have a declared range of 702 km on 18″ wheels, making it the new range champ in Tesla’s stable, beating the Model 3… Read more…
MAHLE launches owl-inspired bionic fan to reduce commercial EV noise
MAHLE has introduced a bionic high-performance fan that makes commercial electric vehicles quieter. The fan blades can reduce the fan noise of a truck by up to 4 dB(A)—equal to more than halving the sound output. The fan provides a 10% increase in performance and a 10% lighter design than alternatives, according to the company…. Read more…
LEM unveils new sensor for accurate state of charge estimation in EVs
Electrical measurement technology company LEM has introduced a new single monitoring unit (SMU) sensor range to provide accurate state of charge (SOC) estimation for electric and hybrid vehicle technologies. The SMU continuously monitors such vehicle parameters as battery performance and safety systems. The sensor identifies anomalies and supports diagnostics, to help improve vehicle efficiency and… Read more…
Toyota and Subaru reportedly developing another electric SUV together
Toyota and Subaru will launch a second jointly-developed electric SUV in 2026, reports Nikkei. A follow-up to the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X twins, this second model will be sold in the U.S., Europe, and Japan, according to the report. Subaru’s Yajima plant, located in Japan’s Gunma prefecture, is slated to handle production, with output… Read more…
Long-range Peugeot e-3008 and e-5008 prices revealed, order books are open
Peugeot’s fleet now includes a comprehensive range of 12 fully electric models, offering a wider selection than any other mainstream European manufacturer. The e-3008 and e-5008 are arguably the most interseting of the lot, though, targeting the popular SUV segment and offering by far the best range in the company’s lineup. The long-range models feature a 96.9 kWh battery, a… Read more…
Jeep teases the Compass EV: Here’s our first look at the upcoming electric SUV
It’s official: Jeep’s most globally available model is going electric. The Jeep Compass EV we’ve been waiting for is due out soon. Jeep teased the upcoming electric Compass for the first time in its latest design sketch. Check out the image below. Read more…
