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 battery holy grail too good to be true, NVIDIA open sourcing self-driving, Tesla Model Y ‘Standard’ Long Range, and more. Read more…
The new $29k 2027 Chevy Bolt is now in dealerships, get it before it’s gone again
Chevy is delivering 2027 Bolts to dealerships as we speak, bringing back the much-beloved electric hatchback which had been retired in 2023, with some nice updates but a very familiar form. Read more…
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe is dead along with these two other Stellantis plug-in hybrids
The plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe is getting axed as Stellantis kills off all of its PHEVs in North America. Meanwhile, one of its all-electric vehicles may face the same fate. Read more…
Meta-backed solar surge adds 385 MW to Louisiana’s grid
Independent power producer Treaty Oak Clean Energy has closed financing and kicked off construction on two solar farms that will add 385 megawatts of renewable energy capacity to Louisiana.. Read more…
Hyundai is cutting EV prices again
Hyundai’s electric vehicles are already among the most affordable you can get your hands on. To kick off the new year, Hyundai is slashing EV prices again with new deals and promotions. Read more…
GreenPower bets on New Mexico with a new EV factory
GreenPower Motor Company plans to open a new EV factory in southern New Mexico, adding hundreds of jobs as the state ramps up incentives and fleet electrification. Read more…
California Plans To Plug The EV Tax Credit Gap With $200 Million
The state is proposing to set aside hundreds of millions of dollars in EV incentives to make up for the loss of the federal tax credit. Lire la suite…
Kia delivers its most affordable EV yet with the new EV2 crossover
After teasing us for almost a year, Kia has finally revealed the EV2, a small electric SUV that promises to bring battery-powered driving to more people. With a starting price expected around €30,000, this new model is the brand’s cheapest electric option yet. It hits the market next month and faces stiff competition from rivals like the Renault 4, Ford… Read more…
The EVs We’re Most Excited For In 2026 And Why
From the Slate truck to the Rivian R2 to the Toyota C-HR, we discussed our favorite new EVs coming out in 2026. Lire la suite…
Kia reveals three new GT EVs, two sporty electric SUVs and a hot hatch
The Kia GT moniker is getting electrified. Kia unveiled three (well, four really) new electric GT models at the Brussels Motor Show, including two sporty new SUVs and an EV hot hatch. Here’s our first look. Read more…
Tenways Wayfarer e-bike with free $366 bundle at $1,899 low, Ride1Up + Aventon legacy e-bikes up to $600 off, more
Leading this week’s Friday Green Deals is the new Tenways Wayfarer Cruiser e-bike with $366 in FREE bundled gear at an $1,899 low. What’s more, we also have three of Aventon’s popular legacy e-bikes at the lowest prices of the last year – all at $1,499, as well as Ride1Up’s New Year Sale with up to $600 e-bike savings starting from $995. There’s also a collection of Bluetti power stations and bundles with exclusive savings, as well as a collection of EcoFlow’s RIVER series of power stations, a newer 80V Greenworks cordless snow shovel, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Bluetti Alternator & Solar Dual DC Charger 2 exclusive launch deals, and more.. Read more…
Soneil Spark’s mobile EV charging solution features microgrid capability and financing options
Soneil Spark’s new Spark Mobile EV Charging Station (MCT) provides on-demand charging in remote, underpowered or off-grid locations. It’s suitable for a wide range of commercial operations, including construction and mining sites, municipal fleets, outdoor events, emergencies or disaster response, and remote utility projects. The Spark MCT is equipped with 50 kWh (or more) of… Read more…
Voltpost partners with EVSE to deploy lamppost EV chargers in the US
Lamppost charging specialist Voltpost has announced a strategic partnership with EVSE LLC, a subsidiary of Control Module Inc. Connecticut-based EVSE is manufacturing Voltpost’s next-generation lamppost EV charger, the Voltpost Air. EVSE has executed several successful pilot projects with municipalities and utilities, including the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting. Voltpost’s lamppost EV charger is designed… Read more…
The Mazda CX-6e Is A Bold Electric SUV Aimed At The Tesla Model Y
The Japanese automaker is finally warming up to electric vehicles with help from its Chinese partner. Lire la suite…
Electrified shipping moves beyond the pilot phase: CATL’s batteries operating in 900 ships and vessels
Chinese battery giant CATL is exploring an ocean of opportunities. As Michael Barnard reports in CleanTechnica, the company’s batteries and energy management systems are already operating in roughly 900 ships and vessels. This isn’t just a measure of CATL’s dominance, but an indication that maritime decarbonization is well underway—based on existing electrification technology. “Shipping is… Read more…
Turntide axial flux motor to power Sierra Echo-S EV in King of the Hammers 2026 off-road race
Turntide Technologies has announced that its Sierra Echo-S, an EV powered by Turntide axial-flux motor technology, will compete in King of the Hammers 2026 off-road race. The entry is intended to prove out off-road electrification in a race that combines high-speed desert sections with slow, technical rock crawling. The Sierra Echo-S aims to be the… Read more…
Hyundai’s new electric van is big enough for nine, but this EV may end up being the bigger hit
Hyundai’s new electric people mover can fit up to nine passengers. The Staria is Hyundai’s biggest EV to date, but this small electric car is coming soon that will likely be an even bigger hit. Read more…
Toyota has an electric pickup? Meet the Hilux BEV [Images]
The Hilux has gone electric. Toyota’s best-selling pickup made its European debut in electric form for the first time at the Brussels Motor Show. Read more…
French style meets electric future in the new Peugeot 408
Peugeot is determined to prove that family cars can be genuinely stylish. The company has just unveiled its new Peugeot 408 – built in Mulhouse, France, this new model blends the practicality of a wagon with the sleek lines of a coupe. The new “fastback” silhouette stands out a lot in a crowded market of crossovers and SUVs. The first… Read more…
Portugal launches new incentive programme for e-mobility
The Portuguese government is allocating 17.6 million euros for a new funding program to support the purchase of electric vehicles, electric two-wheelers such as pedelecs, motorcycles, and scooters, as well as charging stations. The funding applies retroactively from January 1, 2025, covering both new and previously purchased vehicles. Read more…
