You can order a new Model Y Launch Edition today in the US, and Tesla can deliver it on the same day. This points to weak demand just weeks after the new vehicle’s deliveries started, while CEO Elon Musk indirectly suggested strong demand. Read more…
Meet BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV, a smart electric SUV that’s cheaper than it looks
BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV is finally here, and it’s even better than expected. The mass-market electric SUV is loaded with BYD’s “God’s Eye” smart driving tech, has up to 323 miles of driving range, and starts at just around $16,000. It even has a built-in refrigerator. Read more…
XCharge NA + Hypercharge supercharge Canada’s EV infrastructure
XCharge North America (XCharge NA) and Hypercharge Networks are bringing bidirectional DC fast chargers to Canada, starting in British Columbia and Ontario.. Read more…
Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicous $43 million in rebates
Tesla has been banned from upcoming federal EV rebate programs in Canada as the government freezes the suspicious $43 million in rebates that Tesla claimed days before the program was paused earlier this year. Read more…
Tesla shipments are down in Europe despite rapidly growing EV market
The Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) published its report on vehicle registrations in Europe, and it brought excellent news for the European EV market, but bad news for Tesla. According to the numbers, Tesla’s sales crashed some 40% in February year-on-year, and are overall down 43% since the beginning of 2025. In stark contrast, the entire European EV market grew 28%… Read more…
Amprius ships new 6.3 Ah silicon anode cell to light electric vehicle company
Amprius Technologies, a manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries that use silicon anode technology, has shipped its new 6.3 Ah SiCore cell to an unnamed customer that is in the light electric vehicle segment, a member of the Fortune 500 list. The battery is intended for applications that require more efficient energy storage solutions, the company said,… Read more…
Yanmar’s vision for electric construction equipment includes self-propelled moible charger
The future, according to Yanmar, is smart electrification, and that includes getting power to where it is needed. If an off-highway electric vehicle cannot go off-site to be charged because the operator cannot afford any downtime, Yanmar will send a charger to the OHEV. Yanmar, a Japanese engine and heavy machinery manufacturer, has released its… Read more…
BLUETTI can power your spring & summer travel adventures at the best prices ever!
Spring and summer are all about adventure – whether you’re hitting the open road in your RV, setting up camp in the great outdoors, or just being prepared for unexpected power outages. But what’s a road trip, tailgate party, or off-grid escape without reliable power? BLUETTI has the ultimate solutions to keep you charged no matter where you are. Read more…
Meet BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV, a smart electric SUV that’s cheaper than you’d expect
BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV is finally here, and it’s even better than expected. The mass-market electric SUV is loaded with BYD’s “God’s Eye” smart driving tech, has up to 323 miles of driving range, and starts at just around $16,000. It even has a built-in refrigerator. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) is preparing to launch R2: Here’s the latest update on its progress
Rivian is still on track to launch the midsize R2 next year. The expansion at its Normal, Illinois, plant is quickly advancing as it preps for R2 deliveries in 2026. Rivian says it’s “slightly ahead” on construction. Here’s the latest update on Rivian’s R2 expansion in Normal. Read more…
Southern US states are set for the most EV range, data suggests
Extreme temperatures can affect electric vehicle range, but the extreme heat of the South is nothing to offset the extreme cold in other parts of the U.S., according to new findings. Vaisala, a Finnish instrumented measurement firm, analyzed the effect of weather and road conditions on EV range across the Lower 48 states, looking at how these… Read more…
Xiaomi sells $5.5 billion worth of shares to boost its car ambitions
Xiaomi is preparing to seriously prop up its electric vehicle arm by raising €4.96 billion through an upsized share sale. The company is aggressively pushing into the EV sector, a venture it began only last year with the launch of its SU7 sedan. The Hong Kong-listed tech giant sold 800 million shares at HK$53.25 each, way over the intended 750… Read more…
Coasting Vs. Regenerative Braking: What Saves EV Range The Most?
I drove the Volkswagen ID. Buzz in coasting and regen modes. There’s a winner, but it’s not that straightforward. Read more…
Vesco Clean Energy launches to service EV charging stations and provide battery managment
Vesco Clean Energy, a sister company of Vesco Oil, has launched to supply battery management services for companies across the US as well as EV charging systems in the Midwest. As part of the launch, the new company has opened a facility for battery management in Grand Rapids. Michigan. The site is focused on battery sorting,… Read more…
Tomorrow’s webinar: an integrated approach to electric motor design
Accelerating innovation from initial requirements setting to performance validation To develop high-performance, efficient, and cost-effective electric motors, engineers must navigate a series of challenges. A key hurdle is optimizing these motors to integrate seamlessly into electric drive systems. This task requires a deep understanding of the complex interplay of electromagnetic, thermal, structural, and vibro-acoustic performance…. Read more…
Jeep’s Smallest Hybrid Finally Gets AWD Thanks To Tiny Electric Motors
The Jeep Avenger debuted three years ago, but until now it has been only front-wheel drive. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7’s 5-Star Crash Rating: This Is China’s Safest Car
The Chinese tech giant’s sedan receives the highest score of 2024 in C-NCAP crash tests. Credit body and technology for the honors. Read more…
The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Is A Green Deal That’s Tough To Beat
EVs aren’t attainable for every income and living situation yet. But Honda’s 50-MPG Civic Hybrid is a very compelling alternative. Read more…
Hyundai Insteroid EV will be like the Inster on steroids: Here’s our first look at the ‘dream car’
Hyundai will unveil the so-called “dream car” as soon as next week. The Insteroid EV takes Hyundai’s low-cost Inster electric SUV to the next level, almost like it’s on “Steroids.” Here’s our first look at the upcoming EV concept. Read more…
Hyundai EV owners get free NACS adapters for Tesla Superchargers: How to get one
Starting today, all Hyundai EV drivers now have access to over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers. That’s right, the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kona Electric, and even the OG IONIQ Electric hatchback can charge up at Tesla’s fast-charging network. Hyundai will begin shipping free NACS adapters soon. Here’s how you can snag yours. Read more…
