Electric medium-duty startups Motive and Workhorse have logged millions of miles across their customer fleets — and by joining forces, they’re out to prove, once and for all, that electric vehicles can get the job done.. Read more…
Vale, Caterpillar set to expand autonomous mining operation
Heavy equipment giants Caterpillar have signed an agreement with Vale that will see the company dramatically expand its fleet of autonomous haul trucks deployed at iron ore operations in the Carajás region of Brazil over the next three years. Read more…
Chinese Buick Electra EV may be coming to the US after all
File this under “wishful thinking” if you want, but a fresh trademark filing for the Buick Electra name could mean that the storied nameplate is set for a return to US shores. Read more…
The Slate Truck Has Roll-Down Windows. But This Guy Has A Brilliant Solution

This guy found a way to give Slate owners a hand. Literally. Lire la suite…
Rivian reveals hands-free tech and smart assistant

The race to build the smartest electric cars just got a serious boost from Rivian. The California-based EV maker revealed its new AI-powered driving system, the Rivian Autonomy Platform, and announced a big expansion for hands-free driving accompanied by a clever new voice assistant. Rivian’s most exciting news for drivers is a feature called Universal Hands-Free (UHF). The new feature… Read more…
This One Change Made The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Way Better

Ford finally fixed one of its most annoying “features.” Lire la suite…
Here’s How Much Rivian’s Tesla FSD-Fighting Feature Will Cost And What You Get

Rivian’s “Universal Hands Free” feature kicks off an “Autonomy+” subscription. Here’s how it compares to Tesla, GM and Ford. Lire la suite…
Dimentro DP-Pro review: World-first e-bike with a semi-solid-state battery

Battery has been improving rapidly over the past few years with new technology emerging on a daily basis, but it’s rare that we actually experience something groundbreaking. Semi-solid-state batteries have been long rumored, yet their adoption is very limited as we are yet to see makers crack the secret to manufacturing at scale. Dimentro is now there and is beginning… Read more…
All-electric ferry completes maiden voyage on the Thames

The Orbit Clipper, the first fully electric ferry in Great Britain, has completed its maiden voyage. Its regular service is scheduled to begin in February 2026, when it will cross the river with a capacity of 150 passengers and 100 bicycles, operating every 10 minutes on weekdays and every 15 minutes on weekends. Read more…
All-electric ferry completes maiden voyage on the Thames

The Orbit Clipper, the first fully electric ferry in Great Britain, has completed its maiden voyage. Its regular service is scheduled to begin in February 2026, when it will cross the river with a capacity of 150 passengers and 100 bicycles, operating every 10 minutes on weekdays and every 15 minutes on weekends. Read more…
Adelaide Metro receives first two battery-electric buses

Adelaide’s public transport bus fleet has begun a new phase of electrification. Operator Adelaide Metro has taken delivery of the initial two vehicles from supplier Scania, marking the start of a rollout that will see 60 electric buses operating across the network by mid-2026. Read more…
Hyundai’s Elexio midsize SUV now spotted in Australia

The Hyundai Elexio is a midsize electric SUV that Hyundai’s joint venture, Beijing-Hyundai, built specifically for Chinese consumers. For quite some time, it seemed the Elexio was destined to stay put, but in a sudden pivot, the SUV is heading overseas, with the first major sighting in Melbourne, Australia. The change from “China-only” to “globally heading” started with a few… Read more…
Chinese battery swap solution provider Aulton files for Hong Kong IPO

Nio Capital is one of Aulton’s major shareholders, holding a 5.53 percent stake.
In the first half of this year, Aulton’s service system completed an average of 206 battery swap services daily.
Toxic Pennsylvania mineland is about to become a big solar farm
Rush Township supervisors in Centre County, Pennsylvania, voted this week to greenlight a key permit for the Black Moshannon Solar project – a large solar development that would turn toxic former mineland into a major source of clean power. Read more…
Anker SOLIX Christmas Sale takes up to 65% off power stations, Autel solar security cameras from $156 low, Navee, EcoFlow, more
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with the launch of Anker’s SOLIX Christmas Sale that offers up to 65% discounts across power stations, like the F3800 Portable Power Station at its second-lowest price of $1,999. There’s also Autel’s latest Outdoor Wireless Solar Security Camera multi-packs at new lows from $156, as well as Navee’s Christmas Sale with up to 30% discounts, like the GT3 Max Electric Scooter at its second-best $495 pricing. From there, we have a weekend-only Velotric holiday flash sale, EcoFlow’s latest 48-hour flash sale with a DELTA 3 Max Plus & TRAIL 200 bundle at a new low, Mango Power’s Christmas Holiday Sale that is returning Black Friday pricing, compact pressure washers from Fanttik, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Jackery Christmas power station sale, and others. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss a very telling Tesla Optimus fail, Rivian’s AI/Autonomy day, Mercedes GLB EV, and more. Read more…
Battery storage hits $65/MWh – a tipping point for solar
Turning cheap daytime solar into electricity you can actually use at night just got a lot cheaper. A new analysis from energy think tank Ember shows that utility-scale battery storage costs have fallen to $65 per megawatt-hour (MWh) as of October 2025 in markets outside China and the US. At that level, pairing solar with batteries to deliver power when it’s needed is now economically viable. Read more…
Genesis GV90 leaks as breathtaking ultra-luxe SUV with coach doors [Video]
Genesis is gearing up to launch the stunning new flagship SUV. Ahead of its official debut, the GV90 leaked during an internal presentation, revealing our first look at the ultra-luxe electric SUV. Read more…
Develon launches new range of electric excavators

In response to rapidly expanding demand for electric construction equipment, especially in progressive regions like the Benelux and Nordic countries, Develon (formerly Doosan Construction Equipment) is significantly expanding its portfolio of electric-powered excavators. Develon says its new electric machines offer identical performance to their diesel counterparts, while delivering significant reductions in emissions, noise and vibration…. Read more…
Europe’s Gas Car Ban Is About To Die

The continent planned for an aggressive transition to EVs. Customer sentiment and manufacturing lobbying tanked the idea. Lire la suite…

