Littelfuse has unveiled the C&K Switches KSC2 KSC Dual Circuit Technology (DCT) series.
The latest addition to its innovative tactile switch series offers a 3.5 mm actuator height, which is lower than the KSC4 DCT at 5.2 mm. This allows it to fit into tighter spaces, providing greater design flexibility. Read more…
2025 Ram ProMaster EV electric van costs $58,490
Stellantis is now taking orders for all three versions of the Ram ProMaster EV electric van family, with deliveries to begin in the second quarter of this year. When it announced the ProMaster EV just over a year ago, Ram said it would be offered in a delivery van configuration and two cargo van options. The delivery van went on sale as a 2024… Read more…
Arcfox cuts prices by up to 23% to boost sales
Arcfox has significantly lowered the official guide prices of 2 models and is offering a limited time offer for another model.
The price of Arcfox αT5 SUV has been reduced by 23.11 percent to RMB 119,800 ($16,440).
The 2025 Ram ProMaster EV Is A Lot Cheaper And Goes Further
Ram added a new 12 and 13-foot cargo van option, offering up to 180 miles of range. Read more…
Li Auto starts mass production of in-house developed SiC modules for more BEV launches
Li Auto’s in-house developed SiC power modules and next-generation electric drive assemblies have begun to roll off the production line for use in new BEV models.
These in-house developed products are expected to deliver more efficient energy performance, and stronger power output.
Nobody wants a Cybertruck – including Tesla! Plus: Nissan news, pricey solar
On today’s downright giddy episode of Quick Charge, at least one Cybertruck owner is sick of people making fun of his ride – but Tesla won’t let him trade it in. Plus, the Associated Press reports that Tesla is suing its own customers, and Nissan is adding AI to its EVs to its record time. Read more…
Xpeng officially enters UK with G6 SUV, deliveries to begin in Mar
Xpeng has launched the right-hand-drive version of the G6 in the UK with a starting price of £39,990 ($49,800).
Xpeng plans to open 20 stores in the UK in 2025 with dealer partner IML.
Huawei HIMA to hold tech event on Maextro brand on Feb 20
Maextro’s first model, the Maextro S800, began pre-sales in November 2024 and is expected to be priced between RMB 1 million ($137,000) and RMB 1.5 million.
The Maextro S800 is expected to be available in BEV and EREV variants, as well as 4- and 5-seat versions.
Trump’s tariffs could inflate onshore wind costs by up to 7%
Trump’s new trade tariffs and more import restrictions could drive up costs for US onshore wind power, potentially slowing down the industry’s momentum, according to a new report from Wood Mackenzie. Read more…
US State Department has budget line for ‘Armored Teslas’ worth $400 million
The US State Department’s procurement forecast for the 2025 budget includes an item called “Armored Teslas” worth $400 million. Read more…
17 clean energy projects will be built on former Appalachian coal mines
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Cumberland Forest Limited Partnership are turning former Appalachian coal mines into clean energy hubs. They just announced new agreements with Sun Tribe Development and ENGIE to build 14 solar farms and three battery storage systems across 360 acres in Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky.. Read more…
EcoFlow flash sale takes 42% off RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA Pro Ultra power stations from $599, Camplux water heaters from $170 low, more
Today’s Green Deals are led by the first of EcoFlow’s Valentine’s Day flash sales, with both a RIVER 2 Pro solar generator bundle and the DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station at up to 42% off and starting from $599. Next, we have various sizes of Camplux’s electric tankless water heaters (8kW to 27kW) for under-sink and whole-bathroom support alike, all starting from a new $170 low. There’s also Worx’s Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI portable electric pressure washer that is down at a new $140 low, as well as the return of Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Heybike ALPHA e-bike preorder discount, Aiper’s Valentine’s sale, and more.. Read more…
Jeep’s new Recon EV made a surprise Super Bowl cameo [Video]
Jeep’s Wrangler-inspired electric SUV made a surprise appearance during the big game on Sunday. Jeep previewed the Recon EV during a Super Bowl ad, in which it took a shot at Ford. In the commercial, you can see Jeep’s new electric SUV looks ready to challenge the Ford Bronco. Read more…
Volvo’s new EX90 uses CATL batteries in the US, but that may change soon
Although the EX90 is built in South Carolina, Volvo sources its batteries from China’s CATL. After raising EX90 prices due to extra tariffs, Volvo is now looking for US suppliers to cut costs. Read more…
EV Off-Roading Is Just Plain Better
If you love the outdoors, it’s the only way forward. Read more…
it’s electric to expand its curbside EV charging network to seven US cities
A consensus is emerging that curbside charging is the solution to the Dilemma of the Drivewayless Drivers, and startup it’s electric is zeroing in on this market. (Read the feature article in our July-September 2024 issue.) Now the company has announced seven cities for the first year of its nationwide rollout: Boston, Los Angeles, Jersey… Read more…
NREL researchers help to develop the heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure of the future
Researchers at the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) are working to help scale up the charging infrastructure that will be needed to power the tens of thousands of commercial EVs expected to hit the roads in coming years. (In 2024, American companies deployed more than 15,000 medium- and heavy-duty EVs.) A recent article explains… Read more…
Rivian Warns Of Imminent $10,000 Price Hike For Canada
Rivian says R1 prices will increase $7,000 to $10,000 CAD because of the exchange rate between the U.S. and Canada. Read more…
Foxconn and Nissan in talks on teaming up, not taking over
There’s been a lot of talk lately about what’s going on between Foxconn and Nissan. Industry insiders were wondering if Foxconn was going to buy Nissan, but Foxconn cleared things up: they’re looking to work together, not take control. Foxconn’s interest in Nissan got everyone talking about a possible buyout. But Foxconn has said straight up that buying Nissan stock… Read more…
Tesla Model Y Performance Refresh Is Coming Soon
Plus, a hotly-anticipated 7-seater and lower prices are expected. Read more…
