Jaguar jumped into the deep end of the controversy pool with its latest creation. The company just revealed its Type 00 Concept in Paris in a striking new “French Ultramarine” blue color. This public appearance, complete with actor Barry Keoghan, generated a lot of excitement for the brand’s electric vision. At the same time, Jaguar’s leaders shared crucial details about… Read more…
Study: Only 12% of EV owners consider going back to gasoline
Once car shoppers get an electric vehicle, the odds are very low of them returning to any kind of model that relies on a gas pump. That’s one of the conclusions of J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study, which asked 6,164 owners of EVs and plug-in hybrids from model years 2024 and 2025 about their first year of… Read more…
Ford is plowing billions into Europe to fend off the surge of low-cost Chinese EVs
Ford is investing billions in Europe as it struggles to keep pace with the wave of Chinese and other low-cost EVs hitting the market. With another 4.4 billion euros ($4.8 billion) in funding, Ford looks to turn things around, but it’s also calling on lawmakers to do more. Read more…
Spacruzzi opens 2025 reservations for limited builds of its all-electric hot tub boats
What’s better than an all-electric boat? An all-electric boat with a hot tub in it. Niche boatbuilder Spacruzzi made waves (but limited wake) last year with an electric hot tub boat model showcased around the US, including Lake Tahoe and even on the Chicago River. For 2025, Spacruzzi has introduced a sleeker and more refined version of its electric boat and opened its waiting list for a limited number of builds scheduled for this year. Read more…
Destroyed Cybertruck used in Vegas bombing is for sale, Musk said Tesla would rebuild it
The Tesla Cybertruck used in the Las Vegas bombing appears to have landed in an auction for sale as salvaged, still destroyed. CEO Elon Musk said Tesla would put it back on the road. Read more…
MOD Spring Sale launches Groove 3 beach cruiser e-bike at $650 off, EcoFlow solar generator flash sale from $1,199, GE, more
We’re starting this week’s Green Deals by welcoming MOD’s new and improved Groove Step-Thru 3 Beach Cruiser e-bike to the scene at $1,849 ($650 off), which is joining the other e-bikes under the brand’s flag for its Spring Sale event through most of the month. We’ve also got the penultimate, limited-time flash sale from EcoFlow on both the DELTA 3 and DELTA 2 MAX solar generator bundles that start from $1,199 – which will be ending tonight, so don’t dawdle there. Lastly, GE’s Smart Combo Electric Washer & Dryer with Ventless Heat Pump has fallen to $2,100 right now, giving you the chance to save space or double up units for quicker laundry routines with some significant savings. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend.. Read more…
Cheap EVs Are Popping Off. Just Not In America.
Fun, affordable EVs like the Volkswagen ID.Every1 and Kia EV2 are great news—if you live in Europe. Read more…
America’s Fastest EV Charging Company Had A Big Year
The Google-backed startup opened its first 500-kW chargers a year ago, and the results have been great. Read more…
Cadillac makes the electric Escalade even bigger
A full-size SUV measuring 5.70 metres is not big enough for you? General Motors will soon have the solution, as Cadillac presented a long-wheelbase version of the electric Escalade iQ. It is only 10 centimetres longer at 5.80 metres, but will be sold worldwide. Read more…
Wallbox opens pre-orders for Quasar 2 bidirectional charger
EV charging hardware manufacturer Wallbox has taken a step towards the day that EV drivers will be able to use the batteries in their vehicles to provide backup power for their homes and to save money on their electric bills. The company is now taking pre-orders for its new bidirectional DC charger, the Quasar 2,… Read more…
Kia offers bidirectional charging in the US
Manufacturer Wallbox has kicked off pre-sales of its Quasar 2 bidirectional charger for the Kia EV9 in the US. It will enable customers to use the electric SUV as an energy storage unit. Read more…
TEB Arval plans to fleet 1,200 electric cars thanks to ERWE loan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is granting the leasing company TEB Arval in Turkey a loan totalling 50 million euros to support the purchase of 1,200 electric cars and plug-in hybrids. Read more…
Amsterdam to require private vessels to operate emissions free on canals
Starting from 1 April, only pleasure craft powered by electricity or hydrogen will be allowed to sail in the canals in the centre of Amsterdam. However, there are a few exceptions to the rule in regards to the main thoroughfares. Read more…
Singapore rolls out new schemes to promote electric heavy vehicles
Strengthening its commitment to EVs, Singapore has introduced new schemes to push the adoption of electric heavy vehicles in the country. The government will offer incentives for both the vehicles and their charging infrastructure. Read more…
Leapmotor starts pre-sales of B10 SUV, brings LiDAR to $15,000 model
The Leapmotor B10 secured over 15,010 pre-orders one hour after the start of pre-sales, with the LiDAR-equipped variants accounting for 73 percent of the total.
The official launch of the B10 will be in April, and Leapmotor is targeting monthly sales of at least 40,000 B-series models.
Nissan announces progress in automated driving
Japanese car manufacturer Nissan has unveiled new test vehicles for automated driving at its headquarters in Yokohama. They are based on the Serena minivan and are equipped with 14 cameras, nine radars and six LiDAR sensors. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz and the future of bidirectional charging
The concept of bidirectional charging has long been hailed as a game-changer. But how close are we to seeing widespread adoption? In the run-up to the Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging at the Power2Drive in Munich in May, Frank Spennemann, Senior Manager Charging Solutions Energy at Mercedes-Benz, sheds light on the company’s approach to vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and the challenges that must be overcome. Read more…
Aptera tests solar-powered EV, after dropping in-wheel motors
“Real-world validation testing” completed on inboard-motor setup Aptera switched to the layout, instead of in-wheel motors, for its future solar EV Per-mile energy consumption remains in line with previous layout Aptera last week announced that it had completed the first round of “real-world validation testing” of its solar-assisted three-wheeled… Read more…
The legend of the ‘Tesla killer’ finally came true, and it’s Elon Musk
The legend of the ‘Tesla killer’ is not a myth anymore. It came true, and it’s not an electric vehicle from a legacy automaker or a new EV startup; it’s Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO. Read more…
Segway’s new Ninebot Max G3 scooter brings more speed, more tech, and more everything
If you’ve ever thought, “Man, I wish my scooter was faster, smoother, and had more underglow,” then Segway has been reading your mind. The company just opened pre-orders for its new Ninebot Max G3, the latest in its Max series, and it’s packing more features than ever before. Read more…
