Toyota’s sole U.S. electric vehicle is up to $6,000 less expensive for 2025. Read more…
Review: 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron charges ahead of the rest
Q6 E-Tron EV is Audi’s first on PPE platform shared with Porsche Arrives before the end of the year in Q6 and SQ6 forms California drive suggested around 300 miles from 100 kwh isn’t a stretch Roomy, comfortable interior and good ride quality; quirky regenerative braking With its 2025 Q6 E-Tron lineup, Audi is helping solve a pesky… Read more…
2024 Cadillac Lyriq misses Top Safety Pick rating
Eight EVs have earned Top Safety Pick+ ratings from the IIHS The Cadillac Lyriq was not one of those EVs Mazda and Volvo PHEVs joined the list of Top Safety Pick+ winners A few more electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids earned the industry’s toughest safety award with a Top Safety Pick+ rating in the year’s final round of testing by the IIHS, but… Read more…
Virta to manage EV infrastructure at Swedish airports
Swedish airport operator Swedavia and Finnish EV infrastructure service provider Virta have signed an agreement. To that end, Virta will manage EV charging infrastructure at several airports in the country. Read more…
Colorado announces completion of six fast-charging corridors
ChargePoint and the Colorado Energy Office announced the completion of six fast-charging corridors for electric vehicles across the state. A total of 33 DC fast charging stations with more than 80 charging ports are now available. Read more…
Honda Prelude Hybrid Will Come To The U.S. In 2025
Honda says the hybrid coupe will bring the fun back to driving with S+ Shift. And Americans won’t be missing out. Read more…
Skoda teases refreshed Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe with improved aerodynamics
Skoda released sketches, teasing the upcoming redesign of its most popular electric vehicles. The Enyaq family is getting a facelift, incorporating Skoda’s “Modern Solid” design language. This includes a new front end with an illuminated “Tech-Deck Face” replacing the traditional grille – along with slimmer LED Matrix headlights and a new bumper design. Skoda has incorporated “Unique Dark Chrome” accents… Read more…
BP Pulse to update DPD’s infrastructure in the UK
The parcel delivery company DPD has signed an infrastructure deal with BP Pulse in the UK. The latter will upgrade DPD’s existing EV charging infrastructure and provide new fast chargers. Read more…
Mercedes receives approval for new autonomous system in Germany
The path is now clear for Mercedes upcoming EQS electric SUV thanks to a decision from the German government. Mercedes’ DRIVE PILOT autonomous driving system has officially been approved for use on German roads. Read more…
Waymo to launch robotaxis in Tokyo in early 2025
Alphabet’s autonomous driving unit Waymo is going overseas for the first time and testing its tech in Japan. In early 2025, the company will begin testing its Jaguar I-PACE vehicles in Tokyo, with plans to stay in the region for the foreseeable future. Read more…
How to get a free $2,000 from California to buy an e-bike, starting tomorrow
Last week, we shared the news of California’s long-awaited electric bicycle rebate program finally preparing to kick off in the Golden State. The rebate program opens to the public tomorrow, and here’s how you can try and snag up to $2,000 to buy your own e-bike. Read more…
European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025. Read more…
Switch Mobility unveils new electric buses for India, Europe, and GCC
India’s Ashok Leyland-owned Switch Mobility has introduced two low-floor electric buses – the EiV12 and E1. The company is targeting its domestic market, as well as European countries and Gulf nations. Read more…
Spanish logistics company receives 22 Fuso eCanter
Planway Logística, a logistics service provider based in Orense, Spain, has added 22 Fuso eCanter to its fleet. All vehicles will hit the road as part of the fleet of Correos, the Spanish postal service provider. Read more…
2025 Toyota bZ4x price drops by up to $6,000
The 2025 Toyota bZ4x costs $38,465 Toyota gave the bZ4x a $6,000 price cut; Limited trims are now $5,380 less expensive EPA range ratings should max out at 252 miles Expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships early next year, the 2025 Toyota bZ4x gets a price cut, as well as more driver-assist features and a new Nightshade Edition grade. The base… Read more…
You Can Get A New Fiat 500e With $0 Down And $0 Per Month–With A Catch
It’s not a scam, even if it sounds too good to be true. Read more…
Fisker, A Bankrupt Automaker, Sold More EVs Than Volkswagen In October
It sounds like a glitch in the matrix, but there’s a logical explanation. Read more…
Norge Mining to take over Europe’s largest graphite mine
Mine developer Norge Mining has purchased the Norwegian graphite plant Skaland from Australian mining company Mineral Commodities (MRC). According to reports, this will save the struggling plant from insolvency. Read more…
Mercedes gets Level 3 autonomous driving approval up to 95 km/h
Today, Mercedes is announcing that it’s received approval for the Drive Pilot’s Level 3 95 km/h version in Germany. The sales release in the country is expected to happen in spring 2025, following the approval by the German Federal Motor Transport Authority. Those who are already Drive Pilot customers will receive this as a free update, either over-the-air or during… Read more…
Hercules to be the biggest electrified aircraft
Wright Electric is developing the powertrain for a hybrid version of the C-130 transport aircraft, the Hercules, writes Nick Flaherty.
It would use two conventional turbines and two electric propulsors, with the batteries held in the cargo area, making it the largest aircraft to be electrified.
The project would use the second-generation, MW-class motor, the WM2500, built with support from the US ARPA-E programme and NASA space agency, which is nearly complete. Read more…
