Honda has started manufacturing the CR-V e:FCEV in the US. The vehicle will be transported from Ohio to California and Japan, with the launch in Japan taking place before the market launch in California. However, the launch in both markets is scheduled for 2024. Read more…
Eleport to install charging infrastructure at 70 Carrefour locations in Poland
French retailer Carrefour has commissioned charging infrastructure provider Eleport to install over 70 charging stations at its store locations in Poland. A cooperation agreement provides for the installation of a total of over 170 charging points in 65 Polish cities by 2025. Read more…
Final US mpg rules through 2031 go easy on gas trucks, SUVs
The federal government on Friday revealed vehicle efficiency standards for 2027-2031 that improve the fleet fuel efficiency of new cars and trucks—slightly. The final rules for Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE), announced Friday by the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), set the… Read more…
NHTSA Relaxes CAFE Rules; 50.4 MPG Average By 2031
The move is expected to still save 70 billion gallons of gas by 2050. Read more…
Hyundai, Tesla pave the way for long-range (+300 mi) EV prices falling below average gas cars
Buying an electric car with at least 300 miles of range is getting more affordable than ever. Several automakers, including Hyundai, Kia, and Tesla, are now offering long-range EVs (those with at least 300 miles range) that are cheaper to buy than the average gas-powered car in the US. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla v12.4, Rivian next-gen R1s, VW ID.7 GTX, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s upcoming v12.4 update, Rivian’s next-gen R1s, VW ID.7 GTX, and more. Read more…
Biden finalizes another softened fuel economy rule, still saves US billions
The Department of Transportation has finalized its newest Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, requiring an increase in fuel economy that will reduce pollution and save Americans $23 billion in fuel costs. But like other recently adopted standards, they are nevertheless softer than the administration had originally sought. Read more…
Nissan offers Chevy Bolt EV drivers a deal to buy a new LEAF
If you drive a Chevy Bolt EV or EUV model, Nissan wants you to buy (or lease) a new LEAF. Nissan is enticing Bolt EV drivers with a new incentive with the purchase or lease of a LEAF. Read more…
Long-Range EVs Are Finally Cheaper Than Average Gas Cars
Thanks to affordable new models from General Motors, Tesla and Hyundai, price parity with gas cars is no longer a distant dream. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Infotainment Review: Just Right, Not Radical
The Ioniq 5’s tech setup gets a lot right, including EV route-planning, safety and ease of use. But it could be better still. Read more…
Porsche Will Pay You $4,500 To Defect From Another EV Brand
Tired of that Tesla Porsche is offering serious money to try a Taycan instead. Read more…
Zoox is expanding autonomous robotaxi rides to new US cities
Autonomous technology developer Zoox is continuing its expansion of driverless robotaxi rides across two new cities in the US. This week, the company announced plans to start testing in Miami, Florida, and Austin, Texas, as it looks to begin commercial ride-hailing operations in the cities it’s already established in. Read more…
Ford is revealing a new electric sports crossover next week, here’s what to expect
Ford will unveil a new all-electric “sports crossover” next week. The new Ford EV crossover will be built on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, following the Electric Explorer. Here’s what to expect from the new model. Read more…
Rad Power EV discounts, MOD BIKES summer sale, Anker SOLIX C800 Plus power station back at all-time low, more
We’ve got two big sales leading today’s Green Deals, with a crowd favorite power solution bringing up the rear. First is the latest flash sale from Rad Power Bikes that is taking up to $400 off four select e-bike models, with the biggest saving opportunity in the bunch being the RadRover 6 Plus High-Step e-bike at $1,199. It is joined by MOD BIKES’ summer sale that has taken up to $1,000 off its offered models, with the Berlin 2 Commuter e-bike taking the reigns at $1,499. Then there is the popular Anker SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station that has returned to its $499 low after a month at much higher rates. And be sure to also check our links at the bottom of the page for our Father’s Day electric tool gift guide, as well as some Best Buy one-day deals on Greenworks tools. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
Goodyear’s ElectricDrive 2 EV tires, in 17 sizes, now available
Goodyear Tire & Rubber has made its ElectricDrive 2 all-season EV tire, announced earlier in the year, available for purchase as scheduled. ElectricDrive 2 features 50% sustainable raw materials, SoundComfort Technology, improved rolling resistance and optimized tread and streamlined design to maximize drivers’ EV performance. The tire is now available to order in the US… Read more…
Tesla China-Made EV Sales Decreased Again In May 2024
Last month and so far this year, the total volume is roughly 7% lower than a year ago. Read more…
Watch The 2025 Rivian R1T Hit 60 MPH In 2.59 Seconds
Rivian’s revamped pickup is faster than the Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast, thanks to a more powerful quad-motor setup. Read more…
This ‘Dead’ Tesla Model S Was Bought For Just $10,100
Just a little work brought it back from the dead. That’s a steal for a Model S P90D with plenty of life left in its battery. Read more…
Huawei and Chery reveal their answer to Tesla Model Y – Luxeed S9
Huawei and Chery have unveiled their latest creation – the Luxeed S9. This sleek SUV coupe is poised to become a direct competitor to the popular Tesla Model Y, boasting an impressive array of features and technology at a competitive price. Set to hit the Chinese market in the second half of 2024, the Luxeed S9 is built on Chery’s… Read more…
This Is The Most Direct Threat Yet That Elon Musk Could Quit Tesla
We also discuss GOP lawmakers’ move to blacklist CATL and Gotion and how the possibility of Chinese EVs entering the U.S. is far from over. Read more…