Subaru is the latest Japanese automaker to announce it will “re-evaluate” its EV plans. The company is rethinking its strategy with slowing sales and a potential multi-billion-dollar hit from Trump’s auto tariffs. The tariffs might not even be Subaru’s biggest threat. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) is ramping up its global expansion in Europe and other markets this year
Lucid (LCID) is gearing up for big growth this year. After launching its first electric SUV, the Gravity, the company plans to double production this year. According to Lucid’s interim CEO, Marc Winterhoff, the EV maker will enter new global markets this year, including parts of Europe and the Middle East. Read more…
Honda Pauses Canadian EV Expansion Due To Tariffs
The $10.7 billion expansion in Ontario is on hold for two years. Honda cites slipping demand and reduced profit due to U.S. tariffs on Canada. Read more…
SolarEdge launches new solar-powered EV charging solution for fleets
SolarEdge has added a new EV charging system to its ecosystem of commercial-scale solar and storage solutions. The new system includes a new EV charger for businesses, powered and controlled by an energy management system that the company introduced following the acquisition of Wevo Energy last year. The new charger features a sleek, compact design,… Read more…
U POWER Tech introduces three new commercial EV platforms
U POWER Tech showcased its lineup of urban logistics and specialty EV platforms at the recent ACT Expo. Established in 2021 in Shanghai and Silicon Valley, U POWER Tech specializes in “smart EV solutions built on skateboard chassis technology.” At ACT, U POWER introduced three purpose-built products. The UP Van is billed as “the world’s… Read more…
Porsche just added 97,000 more charging stations to its app
Porsche Cars North America has integrated over 97,000 more charging stations into its app, streamlining its Porsche Charging Service. Read more…
Porsche Blames Electrification For Deepening Crisis
Porsche plunged into EVs with ambition. But as economic headwinds worsen, an inflexible strategy could spell trouble. Read more…
Range Rover’s first electric SUV is almost here and over 61,000 have joined the waitlist
The wait is almost over. Range Rover’s first electric SUV will soon arrive at showrooms, and over 61,000 people have already signed up for the waitlist. Read more…
Lectric restocks e-bikes with up to $654 in free gear from $999, Anker 521 station $170, Greenworks battery discounts, Rachio, more
For today’s Green Deals, we’re starting with Lectric’s ongoing Mother’s Day Sale e-bike deals after the brand has restocked several models that sold out over the last few weeks, including the XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes that are coming along with $336 in free gear at $1,299. Next, we spotted the tried-and-true Anker 521 Portable Power Station dropping down to $170, which has been upgraded with LiFePO4 cells. There’s also a selection of Greenworks 40V and 80V batteries seeing up to 32% discounts, led by the G-MAX 40V 5.0Ah Battery that has dropped to its $126 low. Lastly, we have Rachio’s 3rd Gen 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller falling to $170. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s new DELTA 2 Max solar generator bundle low, and more.. Read more…
Tesla Model Y: The Used Buyer’s Guide
The Model Y is Tesla’s most popular car, so finding a used one is easy. However, there are some things you should know. Read more…
Waymo Recalls 1,212 Robotaxis Because They Keep Crashing Into Things
The recall covers a vast majority of Waymo’s current operational fleet. Read more…
Nuvve launches battery-as-a-service to help cut electric costs and create grid resiliency
Grid modernization and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) firm Nuvve has launched its subscription-based battery-as-a-service (BaaS) offering to support electric cooperatives and other load-serving entities in strengthening grid performance, managing peak demand and cutting infrastructure costs. Nuvve expects to start initial deployments in late 2025. It is in project development and partnership discussions in multiple regions and utility… Read more…
Flash Battery invests €6 million in new automated production line
Italy-based Flash Battery, which specializes in manufacturing high-performance lithium batteries for EV and industrial applications has inaugurated a new €6-million automated laser welding assembly line. The production line has an annual capacity of 90,000 modules and is capable of handling 13 different configurations with changeover times of just a few minutes. The move strengthens in-house… Read more…
Baidu’s European robotaxi ambitions start with Switzerland and Turkey
The future of getting around might just involve electric cars that drive themselves, and a major player from China is looking to bring that reality to Europe. Baidu is reportedly getting ready to launch its self-driving taxi service, known as Apollo Go, in both Switzerland and Turkey. This is a significant step for the company as it looks beyond its… Read more…
General Motors Overtakes Tesla In China EV Sales
Plus, Tesla resumes shipping Chinese parts for the Cybercab and BMW plans to have one EV in every segment by 2030. Read more…
Yutong releases upgrade to the U12DD electric double decker
The Chinese bus manufacturer Yutong has started series production for the new generation of the electric double-decker U12DD. The model is set to bring comprehensive improvements in the areas of safety, durability, energy efficiency, comfort and intelligent functions. Read more…
MAN’s First Electric Coach Has An Enormous Battery Pack
The German company claims its upscale electric bus can drive up to 403 miles using a half-megawatt-hour battery. Read more…
18 electric buses for Michigan school district
Michigan’s third-largest school district, Dearborn Public Schools, has just added 18 new electric school buses to its student transportation fleet. The Blue Bird buses are being provided by Highland Electric Fleets and will serve daily routes across the area. Read more…
VinFast launches a small electric cargo van in Vietnam
VinFast has introduced a new small cargo van in Vietnam, called the EC Van (E-City Van). The move highlights the company’s growing emphasis on electric mobility solutions for businesses and public transport in the domestic market. Read more…
Pony AI has confidentially filed for HK listing, report says
Pony AI could be listed in Hong Kong this year, according to Bloomberg.
Hong Kong’s stock market began allowing companies to confidentially file listing applications earlier this month.
