Ride1Up Roadster V3 review: Now THIS is how you build an electric bike!
North American e-bike regulations allow a higher power limit of 750W, which has resulted in an amazingly diverse field of super powerful e-bikes. However, that also means there’s a push towards the extra heavy end of the spectrum. But as a nice break from the race to more power, now that I’ve been testing the lightweight Ride1Up Roadster V3 for several weeks, I’m glad to finally be back on a lighter and more efficient ride that reminds me of the simpler times. Read more…
Chevy Equinox EV, Honda Prologue push US EV share to new record in October
With new models rolling out across the US, like the Chevy Equinox EV and Honda Prologue, EVs are expected to hit record market share in October. As the next wave of EVs hit the market, like Jeep’s Wagoneer S and the Volkswagen ID.Buzz, EV sales are expected to pick up into the end of the year. Read more…
These 3 Tesla insiders, including Elon’s own brother, are preparing to sell $300 million in TSLA stock
Three Tesla insiders, including Elon Musk’s own brother, are preparing to sell about $300 million worth of Tesla (TSLA) stocks. Read more…
Ford tops Q3 earnings expectations, but EV losses take a toll on profits
Ford reported Q3 earnings after the market closed on Monday, beating Wall St revenue and EPS expectations. However, the company is still losing billions on its EVs. Here’s a closer look at Ford’s third-quarter 2024 earnings report. Read more…
Ford Mustang Mach-E Battery Production Is Moving To America
Ford and LGES have agreed to move Mach-E battery production from Poland to Michigan. Read more…
Porsche Is Reconsidering Its Electric-Only Strategy
The manufacturer recently hinted that it would shift part of its focus back to combustion engines. Read more…
This YouTuber’s Tesla Model S Plaid Lost Him $100,000
A Tesla Model S Plaid purchased by Kyle Conner in 2022 has depreciated by nearly six figures in just two years of ownership. Read more…
Electrovaya receives C$2 million in funding for Canadian facility
Lithium-ion battery technology and manufacturing company Electrovaya has received a C$2 million ($1.45 million) investment from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to make automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and capacity enhancements at its Mississauga, Ontario manufacturing facility. “This funding will help assist the company in its… Read more…
2025 Ford Explorer interior, design and features review
What is it? Just like its slightly larger sibling, the Ford Capri, the new all-electric Ford Explorer is based on VW’s MEB platform, which is also the foundation of the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5. The Explorer is the smallest of them all, but it’s also the cheapest one without making too many sacrifices. Ford Explorer EVFord Explorer EV The drivetrain… Read more…
2024 Volvo EX30 Review: Living Up To The Hype
It’s time to see how well Volvo’s compact EV stacks up now that the new car smell is gone. Read more…
Volkswagen warns mass layoffs, historic plant closures are coming
For the first time ever, Volkswagen plans to shut the doors to a facility on its home turf. The company plans to close not one but at least three plants in Germany as it faces mounting pressure from China. Volkswagen also warned mass layoffs and pay cuts are coming as it looks to cut costs. Read more…
Tesla releases rare blog post and it’s an interesting one: Standardizing Auto Connectivity
Tesla has released a rare new blog post, and it’s an interesting one: Tesla is trying to standardize automotive connectivity and popularize a 48-volt architecture. Read more…
Hyundai’s larger IONIQ 9 SUV spotted with big body and spacious interior [Images]
The three-row electric SUV we’ve been waiting for is almost here. Ahead of its debut next month, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 was spotted parked in Korea, giving us a closer look at its impressive size and spacious interior. Read more…
Lectric XPedition e-bikes with $455 in free gear, GE smart washer & ventless dryer $700 off, Worx Landroid mowers, Anker, more
We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with a focus on Lectric’s XPedition Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike, including the limited-edition pink colorway, which is getting $455 in free gear at $1,699. We also spotted the GE Profile Smart Combo Electric Washer & Ventless Heat Pump Dryer that is back down in price at $2,200. We also have some of the lowest prices on Worx’s Landroid Robotic Lawn Mowers that are starting from $560, as well as Anker’s Halloween sale that has dropped its SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus Portable Power Stations back to their lowest prices starting from $399. Plus, all the best hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage. Read more…
Scout Motors Reservations Are Overwhelmingly For The ‘Harvester’ EREV
The Scout Traveler EREV has the attention of Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler owners. Read more…
First Student and Con Edison demonstrate electric school bus V2X Smart Energy Hub in Brooklyn
Student transportation provider First Student is working with New York electric utility Con Edison to demonstrate a Smart Energy Hub that will support the electrification of school buses in Brooklyn. First Student has around 2,000 electric school buses under contract in school districts across the US, and more than 360 EVs deployed. The Brooklyn project… Read more…
DOE offers $670.6 million loan to Aspen Aerogels to produce thermal barriers for EV battery safety
The Loan Programs Office at the US Department of Energy (DOE) has made a conditional commitment for a direct loan of up to $670.6 million to Aspen Aerogels Georgia to help finance the construction of an aerogel blanket manufacturing facility in Register, Georgia. Aspen’s PyroThin aerogel thermal barriers are used as a protective layer within… Read more…
Stellantis rolls out its Free2Move Charge Go charging service
The automotive group Stellantis is making progress with the development of its new subsidiary Free2Move Charge, offering access to more than 800,000 charging stations in 29 European countries with its new service called ‘Go’. Read more…
Ioneer wants to build lithium mine in Nevada
The Australian company Ioneer has received final approval from the US government for its Rhyolite Ridge lithium project in Nevada. Ioneer intends to supply lithium from Nevada for the batteries of more than 370,000 electric cars produced in the USA every year. Read more…
