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‘She’s So Pretty’: Woman Compares Chevrolet EVs. Is the Equinox or Blazer Better For Singles?
John Deere’s electrification efforts trickle down to consumer lawnmowers
Charged tests the Z380R electric zero-turn mower. As regular Charged readers know, the makers of off-highway vehicles and equipment are steadily electrifying their products. John Deere is no exception. The company was started in 1837 when a blacksmith named (you guessed it) John Deere invented a new type of steel plow that made it easier… Read more…
Kia announces EV5 prices, offering up to 329 miles of range
The Kia EV5 has officially arrived in the UK. Boasting up to 329 miles of range, Kia opened orders for the new Sportage-sized electric SUV on Monday. Here’s a breakdown of Kia EV5 prices, range, and other specs for the UK market. Read more…
Green Deals Labor Day edition – Electric Bike Co. Model J e-bike bundle $1,649, EcoFlow flash sale takes 62% off four bundles, Anker, more
Labor Day is here and we have a special edition of our Green Deals today that features some new deals alongside plenty of our favorite ongoing holiday savings, led by Electric Bike Co.’s Model J e-bike that is getting a $321 bundle at $1,649 during the brand’s latest sale. From there, we also spotted EcoFlow’s latest 24-hour flash sale that is taking up to 62% off four bundles – three power stations and one solar panel – all starting from $479, as well as the Anker eufy E15 and E18 Robot Lawn Mowers starting from $1,400. We also have our favorite picks from Lectric, EcoFlow, Schumacher, Aventon, Anker SOLIX, Segway, Samsung – and more that have been collected together in our curated Labor Day Green Deals hub here.. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in September 2025
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Chevy cuts Equinox EV leases to under $250 a month
Starting at under $35,000, America’s most affordable EV with 319 miles of range just got even cheaper. After cutting lease prices this month, the Chevy Equinox EV is now available for under $250 a month. Read more…
Stardust Power and Ohio University to develop lithium refining technologies
Stardust Power, a US-based developer of battery-grade lithium products, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Ohio University to form a strategic partnership to develop extraction and refining technologies, including potential applications of direct lithium extraction (DLE). The partnership aims to accelerate scientific and technical research around the production of lithium and refined lithium… Read more…
Enphase Energy launches IQ EV Charger 2 in Australia and New Zealand
Solar and battery systems supplier Enphase Energy has started production shipments of its newest electric vehicle charger, the IQ EV Charger 2, in Australia and New Zealand. The smart charger is built to work seamlessly with Enphase solar and battery systems or as a standalone charger. Energy management features enable the charger to support increased… Read more…
Volkswagen teases an affordable electric SUV for the masses
Volkswagen is looking back to its roots: building vehicles for the people. The German automaker claims it is preparing to unveil a new, compact electric SUV for the budget-conscious consumer, a direct challenge to the idea that going electric has to be expensive. A preview of this new model is expected on September 7 at the IAA Mobility Show in… Read more…
‘The Ultimate Mom Car’: Driver Shows Off Rivian R1S. But Is It the Best EV For Moms?
If you’re carting around kids, the electric SUV offers a good amount of room. Lire la suite…
The Genesis GV90 has another trick up its sleeve [Video]
Genesis is moving up in the ranks. The GV90 is shaping up to be the ultra-luxe electric SUV that Genesis has been promising. It will be the most luxurious Genesis SUV yet with flagship-level amenities, advanced tech, and cool new tricks and features. Read more…
Volkswagen Promises More ‘Likable’ EVs Coming Soon
The Germans found that it got way too weird with its first generation of EVs. Now it promises to fix that. Lire la suite…
Sitetracker teams with char.gy to power UK EV charging network expansion
Sitetracker, which provides asset lifecycle management (ALM) for critical infrastructure, has formed a strategic partnership with UK-based EV charging company char.gy. char.gy aims to scale its infrastructure to over 30,000 public charging points by 2030. Sitetracker will provide the digital foundation to streamline, standardize and accelerate deployment. char.gy installs EV chargers in lampposts to make… Read more…
Webinar: Enhancing safety in your next lithium-ion battery design with electrolyte detector sensors
Join us for an insightful webinar focused on the innovative BES LITE sensor, Battery Safety Electrolyte Detector, where we will delve into its myriad benefits, particularly in in-pack monitoring, testing methods, and seamless integration features tailored for non-EV applications. BES LITE can be integrated into Battery Energy Storage Systems, UAV/UVM, 2-wheel and 3-wheel vehicles, and… Read more…
How Evailable wants to improve charge point reliability with AI – seven questions for Maren Rehnelt
Many EV drivers know the problem: the sat nav directs them to a free charging point – and when they get there, they cannot charge despite the app telling them otherwise. Evailable, part of German utility and charge point operator E.ON, wants to prevent this using AI. In an interview, Maren Rehnelt explains exactly how that works. Read more…
Norway: EV sales remain at high level
In August, 13,482 new electric cars hit Norwegian roads. The high level of electrification continues – 97 per cent of all new cars were fully electric. Among the models, one German-built vehicle dominates. Read more…
Leapmotor to unveil new compact hatchback in a week as it hits record sales
Leapmotor will debut a new model at the Munich auto show in Germany on September 8. This is called Lafa 5, and will be a compact hatchback. No other details about it are known so far. The brand has in the meantime achieved a fourth consecutive record-breaking month for deliveries, with 57,066 vehicles delivered in August for a January to… Read more…
Labor Day Green Deals hub – EVs, power stations, tools, appliances, more from $38
It’s officially Labor Day and we’ve had an exciting few weeks of solid Green Deals leading up to the holiday – and these sales aren’t over yet! Through the rest of the day and further into the week, you’ll find some amazing opportunities to get discounts on EVs, power stations, tools, appliances, and more – and we’ve rounded up all the deals that are still ongoing into this one-stop shopping hub for you. One thing to note, the power station sales may have been deemed as ending before today’s arrival; however, as is often the case, these sales have been extended and/or had their official names changed, so be sure to browse through those for hangover savings. Head below to browse and take advantage of all these ongoing Labor Day savings before they’re gone.. Read more…
Volkswagen is about to unveil its most affordable electric SUV
With just a week left until its official debut, Volkswagen is giving us a sneak peek of its most affordable electric SUV, the ID.2. Here’s our closest look at the new entry-level EV. Read more…
US researchers develop low-cost recycling for LFP batteries
With the growing number of electric vehicles, the need to recycle traction batteries will also rise. Although they contain valuable raw materials such as lithium, recycling remains rare and expensive. A research team at the University of Wisconsin–Madison now aims to change that. Read more…
