In a sudden reversal, Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 EVs no longer qualify for the $7,500 US tax credit. Although this is a major blow to one of the top-selling EV brands in the US, there is still a way you can get the credit. Here’s how. Read more…
Tesla’s ‘Brand Value’ Plummeted By $15 Billion In 2024: Report
Tesla’s trillion-dollar stock market valuation may sound like a win. But here’s another metric that paints a far less rosy picture. Read more…
Beam Global’s EV ARC system earns CE Mark compliance
Beam Global makes a variety of innovative EV charging products. Now the company has announced that its EV ARC, BeamBike, BeamWell and BeamPatrol products have fulfilled the requirements to receive the CE mark (Conformité Européenne), a symbol indicating that a product meets EU health, safety and environmental protection requirements, allowing it to be freely traded… Read more…
The Polestar 2 Isn’t Dead Yet
It turns out the Polestar 7 won’t completely replace the Polestar 2 after all—and the sedan’s successor will be made in Europe. Read more…
Honda Hasn’t Given Up On Making A Fun Electric Type R
Even though Honda has made some of the best hot hatches ever, it’s struggling to infuse “the joys of driving” into an EV. Read more…
Dürr supplies eight lines for battery electrode coating to FIB in Italy
German engineering firm Dürr Systems has received an order from Italian battery manufacturer for the delivery of a giga-coating system comprising four anode and four cathode lines, as well as the associated calenders, slitters and solvent recovery systems. The equipment supplied by Dürr includes the tandem coater, a system that sequentially coats the foil on… Read more…
Daimler Buses opens 100th service center for eCitaro customers
Daimler Buses has opened its 100th e-bus service center in Lemgo, North Rhine-Westphalia, under the Omniplus service brand, which specializes in the maintenance and repair of Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses. Of the total of 100 Omniplus e-bus service centers, 44 are in Germany and the rest are in Belgium, Denmark, France, the UK, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg,… Read more…
Trump attacks EVs with executive orders, but mostly signals further damages
President Trump has already attacked electric vehicles with executive orders on his first day, but he is mostly signaling upcoming attacks on EVs that would further damage the environment. Read more…
Volvo’s new 2025 EX30 and EX90 electric SUVs arrive in the US: Here’s how much they cost
Volvo’s cheapest and first three-row electric SUVs are finally here. After much anticipation, Volvo revealed US prices for the new 2025 EX30 and EX90 EV models on Tuesday. Here’s how much you can snag one for. Read more…
China installed a record capacity of solar and wind in 2024 – in numbers
China saw monumental solar and wind growth in 2024, according to data released today by its National Energy Administration (NEA).. Read more…
2024 Kia EV6 Long-Term Test: Let’s Talk Winter Range And Performance
There are things my EV6 does exceptionally well when the temperatures get low, even in chilly upstate New York. But the range hit is real. Read more…
Ride-hailing platform Alto buys L-Charge gas-powered off-grid charging trailers
US ride-hailing platform Alto has deployed off-grid chargers from L-Charge, which it will use to expand its EV fleet in Dallas and Los Angeles without upfront hardware costs or dependence on utility infrastructure. L-Charge’s charging trailers enable customers to use methane gas or hydrogen for off-grid EV charging. They are prepared for immediate deployment to… Read more…
Global electric off-highway equipment market projected to reach over $53 billion by 2032
The value of the global electric off-highway equipment market is expected to surpass $53.8 billion by 2032, according to a new report published by Research and Markets. The research company’s report, entitled “Electric Off-Highway Equipment Market Forecast 2024-2032,” valued the market at $13.2 billion for calendar year 2023, and forecast that it will increase to… Read more…
Canoo files bankruptcy, claiming funding shortfalls
Struggling electric vehicle startup Canoo has filed for bankruptcy and ceased all operations. The startup announced its filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan. 17 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware. This will result in the federal appointment of a trustee to oversee the liquidation of Canoo’s assets and distribution of proceeds to… Read more…
Michigan State Police put first EV into patrol fleet
The Michigan State Police (MSP) has acquired its first electric patrol vehicle, joining a growing number of police departments utilizing electric vehicles. A 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E modified for police use has been assigned to the MSP’s State Security Operations Section to be used by properties security officers at state-owned and leased… Read more…
Jeep Wagoneer S: What Do You Want To Know About Jeep’s First EV?
Jeep’s first U.S.-market fully electric product starts at $71,995, and I’m sure you have plenty of questions. Read more…
The Chevrolet Silverado EV 4WT Is A Fast-Charging Monster: ‘It’s Insane’
In this test, the recharge time is capped at just 15 minutes. But Chevy’s work-ready electric truck put on one heck of a show. Read more…
Nio forms team to research AI robot dog project, report says
Nio has assembled a team of around 20 people to research an AI robot dog project, headed by a former Momenta algorithm expert, according to local media.
Nio is now more cautious than before about this new field.
The world’s largest EV battery maker predicts another big move in Europe in 2025
CATL held a commanding lead in the EV battery market last year, accounting for over a third of global usage. The world’s largest EV battery maker expects to announce another big partnership for a new EV plant in Europe by the end of 2025. The new facility will be separate from the one announced last month with Stellantis. Here’s what we know so far. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 outsells Tesla Model 3 in China
The electric vehicle market in China is going through a dynamic shift, with domestic manufacturers like Xiaomi gaining traction against established players. In December 2024, Xiaomi SU7 outsold the Tesla Model 3 – a significant milestone for the new entrant in the EV arena. This actually isn’t the first time the SU7 has surpassed the Model 3 in sales. In… Read more…
