The US battery storage market shattered deployment records across all segments in Q4 2023 – a 101% increase from the previous quarter. Read more…
GM believes ‘production hell’ is behind it with plans to build 20X more Ultium EVs in 2024
General Motors (GM) looks to get back on track this year as executives believe EV “production hell” is behind it. After missing EV sales targets for the past two years, will 2024 be the year of execution, as GM says it will. Read more…
Aptera CEOs discuss IPO plans, solar EV production, 3-wheel variants, and a possible 4-wheel model
Video footage meant for investors has leaked, showing Aptera Motors co-founders and co-CEOs Steve Fambro and Chris Anthony discussing many topics about the solar EV startup’s future, including a potential IPO.. Read more…
Subaru Can Do This Or Rivian Can Do It For Them
It’s good news that Subaru and Panasonic’s battery partnership is taking shape, because Rivian’s plans seem ready to take its business. Read more…
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-In Hybrid Lands In The U.S.
The most popular Mercedes-Benz car in the U.S. gets an electrified addition as PHEVs gain traction. Read more…
Fastest-Charging Electric Cars: GMC Hummer EV, Lucid Air, And More
If you’re looking to buy a brand new EV and you want the one that charges the quickest, this post is for you. Read more…
Ford pivots as affordable EV takes priority over three-row SUV
Competition in the electric vehicle market is heating up, and Ford isn’t taking any chances. Recognizing the potential threat posed by lower-priced models from Chinese manufacturers, the American auto giant has reportedly shifted its focus towards developing a $25,000 EV. This strategic move means delaying plans for a larger, three-row electric SUV. Ford’s pivot comes at a time when Chinese… Read more…
EVs reach 90% market share in Norway as the overall auto market falters
The days of ICE vehicles in Norway are numbered. Some years ago, the government set a goal of 100% electric sales by 2025, and that goal is well within sight. In the month of February, plug-in vehicles took 92.1% of the market, up from 90.1% year-on-year. Battery EVs took a 90% share, as recent tax… Read more…
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Ride1Up CF Racer1 review: Testing the lowest cost quality carbon fiber gravel/road e-bike
In the world of electric bikes, the words “carbon fiber” usually means big bucks. Actually, it’s the same in the pedal bike industry, it’s just that e-bikes already start out more expensive. That means carbon fiber electric bikes have always commanded premium prices – at least, until now. When Ride1Up rolled out the new CF Racer1 e-bike, it shook up the electric gravel bike market with a reasonably priced direct-to-consumer model that can scratch that lightweight e-bike itch for more hardcore riders. Read more…
VW is ready to bring autonomous driving to large-scale production
VW is now the first vehicle manufacturer to develop a Level 4 autonomous driving (AD) service vehicle for large-scale production. Read more…
Is Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 the ultimate EV? Fast charging, long-range, and affordable price
While automakers prepare to launch their next wave of electric vehicles, Hyundai already has an EV that checks all the boxes. According to a new report, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is the only EV on the market offering fast charging in under 20 minutes, over 350 miles range, and at an affordable starting price. Read more…
Hiboy’s EX6 Step-Thru e-bike is just $800, Greenworks electric tool deals, more
Today is the first day of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale event, with today’s green deals all seeing new and returning low prices as a result. Headlining the best discounts today is the Hiboy EX6 Step-Thru Fat-Tire e-bike at a new $800 low. It is joined by the Greenworks Pro 80V 580 CFM Cordless Electric Axial Leaf Blower also falling to a new $306 low, as well as Jackery’s Explorer 500 Portable Power Station returning to its $349 low. Plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck’s Open Tonneau Can Make A Big Dent In The Driving Range
At 75 mph, running with the tonneau open resulted in a range loss of about 25 miles, Car and Driver found. Read more…
Lancia Ypsilon now available for purchase
Italy’s beloved Lancia Ypsilon is back and looking better than ever. And it’s now available for purchase in both its all-electric and a mild-hybrid (MHEV) versions. The initial batch is the Lancia Ypsilon Edizione Limitata Cassina is a collaboration between Lancia and Cassina, an Italian furniture design brand. The all-electric Lancia Ypsilon boasts a range of up to 403 km… Read more…
UK extends EV Chargepoint Grant to on-street parking
The UK government’s Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant, which discounts the installation of home chargers for EV drivers, has been expanded to people who use on-street parking. Read more…
Phoenix Motorcars and InductEV collaborate on wireless EV charging
Phoenix Motor, a manufacturer of electric transit buses and commercial EVs, has partnered with wireless charging pioneer InductEV (formerly Momentum Dynamics). The companies will develop software, hardware and cooling and electrical systems to integrate InductEV’s wireless charging pads with Phoenix’s electric drive systems. This strategic partnership will provide Phoenix’s customers with the option to select… Read more…
FLO debuts EZLift EV charging cable system for easier extension and retraction
Canada-headquartered FLO, an EV charging station manufacturer and network operator, has introduced its new motorized cable management system, EZLift. The system will be offered on the company’s new FLO Ultra fast charger. It is designed to reduce stress on drivers by automating extension and retraction of cables that can weigh more than 25 pounds. Housed… Read more…
Research project ‘NICOLHy’ to take on large LH2 tanks
The German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is researching new types of storage tanks for liquid hydrogen in the ‘NICOLHy’ project together with four European partners. The aim is to increase the capacity of suitable tanks by a factor of forty while reducing costs by 80 per cent. Read more…
Octopus & National Grid prove that EVs can balance grid
Octopus Energy has taken another step in its plans to transform the UK’s energy system by integrating electric cars into National Grid’s balancing mechanism. Read more…
