The US Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Australian mining and metals company South32 to negotiate a $166-million funding award for its Hermosa project in Arizona. Souh32 is developing the project at its Clark deposit to produce battery-grade manganese from locally sourced ore for the North American EV market. The grant from the DOE’s Battery… Read more…
Aramine introduces L440B Loader for mining operations
France-headquartered Aramine, an underground mining equipment manufacturer and services provider, has released its latest battery-powered machine, the L440B Loader. The L440B offers an enhanced tramming capacity of 4.6 t compared to the 1.3 t capacity of its precursor, the L140B miniLoader, which was launched in 2016. Plans call for a 5-ton payload version to follow…. Read more…
The 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Gets More Range, Cheaper Base Price
That was fast. For 2025, GMC’s electric truck gets more flexibility and some colors, too. Read more…
Citroen unveils e-C4 and e-C4 X updates for 2025
Citroen has unveiled redesigned C4 and C4 X models at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. Set to hit dealerships in early 2025, the new C4 and C4 X versions bring a sleeker new look and improved onboard technology. Both the e-C4 and e-C4 X receive a redesigned front with slim LED headlights, a bolder grille, and a more prominent placement… Read more…
Tesla trademarks ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’
Tesla has trademarked ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’ – giving us a better idea of the vehicles’ names, which were somehow unclear despite the unveiling event last week. Read more…
Kia just made this ‘world first’ EV3 accessory out of plastic from the ocean
Kia doesn’t just build EVs for a cleaner future. The company wants to be a complete sustainable mobility solutions provider. As part of its efforts, Kia introduced a new “world first” EV3 accessory made from plastic found in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It’s the first genuine Kia accessory made using reclaimed ocean plastic. Read more…
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor unveils B10 SUV to be sold globally and priced between $14K and 21K
Less than a month after initially teasing a camouflaged version of its new, all-electric B10 SUV, Leapmotor and joint venture partner Stellantis have officially unveiled the latest model in Paris before it goes on sale globally at an enticing starting price between $14,000 and $21,000. Read more…
Lectric XP 3.0 long-range camping e-bike bundle $1,299, Bluetti ongoing Prime sale, Electric Bike Co. models $200 off, more
This week’s Green Deals is led by a short-term flash sale on Lectric’s XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike that comes with $507 in free camping gear for $1,299. Next, we have Bluetti’s ongoing sale that began last week and is continuing the savings from Prime Day, with the AC200L Portable Power Station still sitting at its $1,199 low as a result – and even some exclusive member discounts too. Electric Bike Co. has also taken $200 off its ready-designed stock e-bikes, with a bonus promotion that gives you $383 in fee gear, all starting from $1,399. Bringing up the rear is a bunch of AeroGarden indoor hydroponic systems that are getting big post-Prime discounts, with the Harvest 2.0 beating out last week’s rate at $52. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like Friday’s $500 discount on the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, and more – all collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend. Read more…
First Student launches trenchless electric school bus charging system
Cincinnati-headquartered school transportation provider First Student has introduced its First Charge above-ground EV charging system, which is designed to offer greater efficiency and up to 50% lower construction costs. Even in colder climates, the system eliminates the need for expensive trenching to bury cables, which is disruptive and limits future expansion. The system can support… Read more…
Mercedes and ROHR collaborate on EV for refueling helicopters
Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks and Germany-headquartered specialized vehicle manufacturer ROHR Spezialfahrzeuge have partnered to produce the Mercedes-Benz eEconic helicopter refueling tanker, which has been deployed by Airbus Helicopters in Donauwörth, Germany. The 16,500-liter-capacity tank body, manufactured by ROHR Spezialfahrzeuge, was integrated with the base vehicle from Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks. The 11-meter-long base vehicle can easily maneuver… Read more…
The Redesigned Citroën Ami Is A Lot More Eye-Catching
It’s still the same slow electric quadricycle underneath, but the redesign makes it feel fresh again. Read more…
Dublin to install charging infrastructure in council-owned carparks
Local authorities in Dublin plan to install 200 charging points at 50 sites inside council-owned car parks. Councils Dublin City, Fingal, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown and South Dublin are working with EV firm ePower to install the charging points by the first quarter of 2025. Read more…
Will JuiceBox EV chargers be stranded assets as owner shirks support?
Enel X abruptly left the U.S. market with no initial plan for JuiceBox support, functionality JuiceBox line is among the most prevalent U.S. home smart EV chargers Prompted a letter to the FTC, alarm about connected devices relying on company servers If you’ve come to rely on smart EV charging as part of your daily routine, and you have one… Read more…
Kia EV5 pricing revealed, undercuts the Model Y
The electric vehicle market is heating up in Australia, with Kia’s new EV5 entering the scene with a competitive price tag and a focus on family-friendly features. Kia, known for its value-oriented vehicles, is directly challenging the dominance of Tesla’s Model Y with its latest offering. First unveiled at the Chengdu Motor Show last year, the Kia EV5 was initially… Read more…
Arriva adds 21 BYD electric buses to its Spanish fleet
The former Deutsche Bahn subsidiary Arriva has put a fleet of 21 electric buses from Chinese manufacturer BYD into operation near Madrid. A bus depot in the town of Móstoles was electrified in advance for this purpose. Read more…
The Honda Prologue Is 2024’s Surprise EV Success Story
It turns out people really wanted good electric cars from Honda, and the 296-mile Prologue EV is doing it for them. Read more…
GM Defense’s New Tactical Vehicle Is A Diesel Extended-Range EV
It can drive silently into high-threat zones thanks to its electric drive motors. When more range is needed, the Duramax kicks in. Read more…
ADL reveals further details on the revised Enviro200EV
Scottish bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis (ADL) is providing more details on its new Enviro200EV single-decker electric bus, which is due to be launched next year and will complement the current range of next-generation electric buses. Read more…
HPC offensive for Roadchef motorway service stations in the UK
Around 650 new fast-charging stations will be built at Roadchef motorway service stations in the UK. The initiative is part of a £20 billion package that the financial services provider Macquarie is putting together for an infrastructure offensive in the UK. Read more…
Hurtigruten updates plans for zero-emission cruise ship
The Norwegian shipping company Hurtigruten has provided an update on the plans for its first zero-emission cruise ship. Using various approaches, energy consumption will be 40 to 50 per cent lower than comparable ships. Batteries will serve as the primary source of energy. Read more…
