Germany-based Phoenix Contact E-Mobility has created a new US-based company to support on-vehicle programs for North American automotive companies building EVs. “The US market is of high importance in our global strategy fostering three regions: the US, Europe and China. The roll-out of appropriate high-performance charging infrastructure will boost the acceptance of e-mobility on a… Read more…
Polestar 6 convertible pushed back to after Polestar 7
The Polestar 6 electric sports car will arrive after the recently confirmed Polestar 7 SUV, meaning it will likely miss the original 2026 launch window. The news was first reported by Australia’s CarExpert and subsequently confirmed to Green Car Reports by Polestar spokesperson Mike Ofiara. “The highly anticipated Polestar 6 will arrive at a later… Read more…
Genesis Drops ICE Models In The UK, Becomes An EV-Only Brand
The Korean automaker still has some gas- and diesel-powered in stock, but once those are sold, there’s no going back. Read more…
No, Trump Can’t Just Stop EV Charger Funding
That’s just not how any of this works. Read more…
BYD Qin L’s EV version spotted in the wild
BYD’s Qin L is a PHEV that’s expected to appear as a fully electric vehicle in China in the next few months. The EV version seems identical to the original Qin L and is likely based on the already-known e-platform 3.0 Evo used for many of the Ocean models in BYD’s portfolio. BYD Qin L EV An earlier leak coming… Read more…
GM’s EV sales surged as the Chevy Equinox becomes a top-seller: Can it keep it up in 2025?
GM’s share of the US electric vehicle market doubled in the fourth quarter as the new Chevy Equinox EV became a top seller. With new electric Cadillac SUVs arriving this year, GM sees more growth opportunities in 2025. Meanwhile, it will likely face a few headwinds. Here’s what to expect. Read more…
Tesla announces all V4 Superchargers can now charge up to 325kW in North America
Tesla has announced all V4 Superchargers can now charge up to 325kW in North America, but for now, only the Cybertruck can take advantage of the upgraded power output. Read more…
Lucid’s (LCID) Gravity can charge at Tesla Superchargers, but here’s why it will be faster
Lucid’s (LCID) first electric SUV, the Gravity, will officially be able to charge up at Tesla Superchargers starting on January 31. With access coming soon, Lucid shared details about its new tech that unlocks even faster charging. Read more…
Aptera Says It’s Close To a Solar-Powered EV. But I Have Questions
Aptera has been trying to make its three-wheeled green car since the 2000s. After a demo at CES 2025, is it any closer? Read more…
Panasonic battery cells to power Lucid Gravity EV
The Lucid Motors Gravity Grand Touring EV will be powered by lithium-ion battery cells from Panasonic Energy. The Gravity’s battery pack will deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to 450 miles, according to the companies. The Gravity is an SUV with up to 120 cubic feet of total usable cargo space. It offers 828 horsepower… Read more…
Dannar brings a multipurpose electric platform to the off-highway market
One EV, a thousand applications Q&A with CEO Gary Dannar Different buyers need (or want) different vehicles—that’s why most consumer automakers offer a range of a dozen or so models, from practical family cars to sleek sports cars to hulking pickup trucks. But in the commercial vehicle sphere, this wouldn’t be good enough—different markets demand… Read more…
BP opens first 400-kw TA travel center location, along I-95
BP on Monday unveiled the first of more than 40 planned electric-vehicle charging hubs to be co-located with TravelCenters of America (TA) highway rest stops. Located in Jacksonville, Florida, along the busy I-95 corridor, the first site features six CCS DC fast-chargers, configured into 12 “bays ” that each offer a connector. BP, which acquired… Read more…
Tesla Investors Expected To Grill Musk Over Cheaper EV Models
Plus, surveyed EV buyers look to China instead of Tesla over Musk and OEMs sue Europe over tariffs. Read more…
Fiat Grande Panda orders open: €25,000 electric car for the masses
Fiat is back in the B-segment with the new Grande Panda, a compact and affordable electric car that’s advertised as a perfect solution for city driving. With a starting price of just under €25,000, the Grande Panda is one of the most affordable EVs on the market. It’s also packed with features, including a 44 kWh battery, 320 km WLTP… Read more…
2025 Lucid Gravity has Tesla NACS port, gets Supercharger access Jan. 31
Lucid is ready to roll out Tesla Supercharger access for its 2025 Gravity electric SUV. Lucid committed to adopt the Tesla-developed NACS charge port in November 2023, and said in September 2024 that the Gravity would get a NACS port sometime this year, shortly after the start of production. The automaker on Tuesday confirmed that every Gravity… Read more…
General Motors’ EVs Are Finally Earning More Than It Takes To Build Them
CEO Mary Barra and other execs say they expect 2025 to be another EV growth year too, but “want to be disciplined” about what’s coming. Read more…
The Lucid Gravity Is A 400 kW Charging Monster, With Tesla Supercharger Access Soon
Lucid’s new SUV gains access to Tesla Superchargers on January 31. Read more…
Huawei’s Maextro S800 takes “crab-walking” to next level
The new luxury electric sedan from Huawei and JAC, Maextro S800, just demonstrated its next-gen “crab walk” feature. This technology allows the car to maneuver in tight spaces with ease, despite its large size. The S800 is a full-size sedan, measuring 5.5 m long. It’s powered by three electric motors that deliver a total of 852 horsepower. The car also… Read more…
The Chevrolet Spark EV Is Back, But There’s Some Explaining To Do
It’s called the Spark EUV, for starters. But that’s just part of the story. Read more…
Volvo Is Finally Adding Plug & Charge To Its Most Popular EVs
The feature allows owners to charge at compatible networks without having to use a credit card or smartphone app every time. Read more…
