The new generation of the VW Transporter celebrated its official world premiere at the IAA Transportation. For the first time, the seventh generation of the Transporter will be available with an all-electric drive. It shares the platform with Ford and will come from Turkey. Read more…
The 2025 Chevrolet BrightDrop Is Cheaper Than Rivian’s Electric Van
Formerly known as the BrightDrop Zevo, GM’s battery-powered van is about $5,000 less than Rivian’s delivery EV. Read more…
Dodge Charger Daytona orders are now live with exclusive perks
Dodge unveiled the Charger Daytona EV back in March, and then revealed its pricing in August. Now, it’s time for the next step in the saga of electrifying one of America’s best known and most loved muscle cars. The order books are open. If you place an order before the end of October, you will get an exclusive First Call… Read more…
Renault unveils Estafette’s electric reincarnation
The future of urban logistics has arrived, according to Renault. The company has unveiled the ZFlexEVan concept, a high-tech electric van inspired by the iconic Estafette. This futuristic vehicle, set to go into production in two years, and is the first tangible result of Renault’s partnership with Volvo Trucks under the Flexis banner. The ZFlexEVan’s design borrows cues from the… Read more…
Tesla is pulling heavy financing weaponry in end-of-quarter push
Tesla has pulled the heavy weaponry when it comes to financing to boost sales during its regular end-of-quarter push. Read more…
Pure Italian automotive art: New EV company AEHRA displays Impeto SUV and Estasi sedan
Throughout the history of design, the Italian approach has been consistently characterized by a specific style, one engrained in the DNA of the artisans and their innovations. Indeed, the artistry of Italian design derives directly from the ateliers that existed during the Renaissance, and it is therefore not surprising that Italian designers continue to work… Read more…
REA publishes comprehensive resource for UK fleet electrification
UK trade group REA (Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology), in collaboration with the Energy Saving Trust, has published a new resource that aims to provide UK fleet managers with a detailed roadmap to successfully electrify their fleets. “Electrifying the fleet—a practical resource for fleet managers” describes the savings fleet managers can expect from… Read more…
EMP Metals conducts lithium extraction pilot with Koch and Saltworks
EMP Metals, a Canadian lithium exploration and development company, is conducting a direct lithium extraction (DLE) pilot at its facility in Saskatchewan. The facility has a DLE pilot skid from UK engineering technology firm Koch Technology Solutions (KTS), while Canadian lithium refining systems supplier Saltworks Technologies provided pre- and post-DLE systems and concentrate, refine and… Read more…
Tuesday’s EV engineering webinar schedule: September 17th
This week Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. View the daily session schedule online here. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. The recorded videos can be accessed on each session’s registration… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz sells stake in carmaker Denza
According to a report published by a Chinese news outlets, BYD has now taken full ownership of Denza, which was setup as a joint venture, with Mercedes-Benz owning half of the shares. Denza was established in 2011 and has since released various car models and more recently, EVs. Its latest model, theDenza Z9 GT is set to debut globally on… Read more…
Lectric ONE long-range e-bike with extra battery $2,299, exclusive Anker F3800 bundle $2,000 off, Hyper BMX e-bike, more
We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with the biggest bundle package we’ve seen on Lectric’s ONE Long-Range e-bike at $2,299 that comes with a free extra battery for 100+ miles of travel and $220 in further free gear. Following close behind it is a 9to5Toys-exclusive discount from Wellbots on the Anker SOLIX F3800 Power Station that comes with an expansion battery at just $3,599. We’ve also spotted a one-day sale on Hyper’s Jet Fuel Step-Over BMX e-bike at a $600 low, a new low price on the Husqvarna 330iKE Combi Switch alongside its edger attachment for $293, and a bunch of great deals on AeroGarden’s Indoor Hydroponic Systems that start from $60. Bringing up the rear, while not necessarily a Green Deal, we did also notice Worx’s 8-in-1 Aerocart hitting a 2024 low, which makes a welcome support alongside your electric yard tools. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, like the latest Rad Power e-bike sale, or the best price we’ve seen this year on the Greenworks CrossoverZ Electric Zero-Turn Riding Mower, and more. Read more…
Dodge’s first electric Charger Daytona is now officially open for orders
The all-electric muscle car you’ve been waiting for is finally here. You can now officially order Dodge’s first electric muscle car, the 2024 Charger Daytona R/T. Dodge is offering a “VIP Experience” and other exclusive First Call content for those who order early. Read more…
Hyundai’s adventure-ready 2025 IONIQ 5 XRT spotted for the first time [Video]
Hyundai’s aggressive new IONIQ 5 XRT model was spotted in Korea for the first time ahead of US deliveries. The off-road XRT trim will arrive at US dealerships alongside the updated 2025 IONIQ 5 this fall. With deliveries coming up, Hyundai’s new EV was finally caught out in the wild. Check out the video to see a closer look. Read more…
Apple CarPlay Just Got A Bunch Of Cool New Features With iOS 18
Your iPhone’s new operating system brings some updates to the CarPlay experience. Read more…
Tesla May Have Solved Its 4680 Battery Problems
Tesla is now producing almost a half-million new 4680 cells every day. Read more…
2024 BMW iX xDrive50 Long-Term Review: The App Experience
The My BMW app gives good control and insight into the iX. Most of the time. Read more…
Peugeot e-3008 and e-5008 arrive with big batteries up to 700 km range
Peugeot added a couple of key products to its EV lineup with the announcement of the new e-3008 and e-5008 Long Range models. These electric SUVs promise impressive driving ranges of 700 km and 668 km, respectively, making them the longest going in the company’s lineup. The two SUVs will be making their grand debut at the upcoming 2024 Paris… Read more…
Fisker Ocean customers have to pay for recall repairs
Owners of recalled Fisker Ocean electric vehicles will have to pay for repairs, according to a notice on the bankrupt automaker’s website. First spotted by Autoevolution, Fisker’s website states that, for any recalls that require physical inspections and potential repairs, the automaker will provide parts free of charge but will not cover any of… Read more…
Kia eyes even cheaper $22K entry-level EV and new brand-building Stinger GT-like model
Kia wants to change the game with a series of cheaper EVs set to hit the market. Several are already rolling out, like the new EV3, but Kia aims to lower the bar further with a new entry-level EV, starting around $22,200 (€20,000). On the other end of its EV lineup, Kia is eyeing a new Stinger GT-like model. Read more…
CATL launches ultra-high-energy-density EV bus battery that lasts nearly 1 million miles
CATL launched its newest battery, the Tianxing Bus version, opening a new era for buses. With “the highest energy density in the bus industry,” CATL claims its new EV battery can last 15 years and 1.5 million kilometers (932,000 miles). Read more…
