Volkswagen’s electric reincarnation of the iconic Microbus looks special on the outside, but it needs a bit more flare inside. Read more…
SAE International releases J3400 EV coupler recommended practice
SAE International, a US-headquartered global standards organization and association of mobility professionals, has released a new report: SAE J3400TM: NACS Electric Vehicle Coupler Technical Recommended Practice (RP). It establishes a framework for EV charging in North America that includes physical, electrical, functional, safety and performance requirements for the rollout of the standard later this year…. Read more…
Nearly 80% Of New EVs Are Leased: Dealer Data
Tax credit rules heavily incentivize leasing for many models, leading to absurdly high leasing rates for EVs sold by traditional brands. Read more…
Tesla gives an update on Powershare: Cybertruck powering your house
Tesla has given an update on its Powershare product, which allows Cybertrucks to power homes, as some owners have been experiencing significant delays. Read more…
BYD unveils new Sealion 7 electric SUV in Europe to drive rapid expansion plans
BYD’s new electric mid-size SUV stole the spotlight after making its European debut at the Paris Motor Show this week. BYD vows the Sealion 7 will extend its reach in Europe as a true challenger to top-selling EVs like Tesla’s Model Y. Read more…
Famed e-bike company gone bankrupt sells to mystery buyer for $1.2M
Juiced Bikes, the much-lauded Southern California electric bicycle maker, appears to have been sold at auction for around US $1,225,000.. Read more…
Velotric T1 ST Plus e-bike with $125 in free gear at $1,299, NIU fall sale takes 51% off KQi e-scooters, Anker, Greenworks, more
For today’s Green Deals we have two different EV sales for e-bike and e-scooter enthusiats, starting with Velotric’s latest which has dropped its T1 ST Plus e-bike to $1,299 while also throwing in $125 in free gear. Right beside it is NIU’s fall sale taking 51% off KQi-series e-scooters, with the KQi3 Pro Electric Kick Scooter down at $599. Anker’s SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus Portable Power Stations start from $449, with plenty of great bundle deals available too. We also have two one-day Greenworks discounts on the Pro 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer at $298, with a bonus bundle deal available, while the 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel is down at $245. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ENGWE e-bike sale or Jackery’s new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station returning to its $999 low, and more. Read more…
The Tesla Model S Is A Stunning Used Car Bargain Now
With Model S prices on the decline, is now the time to get behind the wheel of arguably the most important vehicle of the 21st century? Read more…
Mercedes-Benz EQE And EQS Will Come With Larger Batteries In 2025
The manufacturer announced changes across its U.S. lineup including to the EQE and EQS, as well as the fully electric G-Wagen. Read more…
LG Business Solutions taking orders for new DC fast charger
Electronics manufacturer LG Business Solutions has begun taking orders for its first Level 3 DC charger available in the US, the model LG EVD175SK-PN. Production of the stand-alone unit is set to begin this fall at the company’s facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The unit provides fast charging of up to 175 kW. It features… Read more…
Caterpillar designing Cat 793 mining truck platform with powertrain flexibility from diesel to electric
Caterpillar has announced that, to meet customers’ current and future needs, it is designing a modular Cat 793 large mining truck platform that will include diesel-mechanical, diesel-electric and battery-electric powertrain options. The company also plans to leverage expertise gained from its Early Learner battery electric large mining truck program to extend common platform benefits to… Read more…
German Automakers Are Really Being Left Behind By Chinese EVs
German automakers once controlled 25% of China’s market, but in less than five years they only controlled 15%. Read more…
BMW CEO calls for EU to rethink its 2035 combustion engine ban
The European Union’s plan to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 is facing pushback from local maker BMW. The German giant, known for its sporty driving experience and luxury vehicles, is urging the EU to reconsider the ban, arguing that it could increase Europe’s dependence on China for electric car batteries. BMW CEO Oliver Zipse, speaking at the… Read more…
Daimler Buses and H2 Mobility cooperate on hydrogen refuelling stations for public transport
Daimler Buses and H2 Mobility Deutschland are cooperating on the expansion of hydrogen refuelling stations for transport companies. In addition to access to the public refuelling infrastructure, it should also be possible to install an H2 filling station in the immediate vicinity or even in the company’s own depot in line with demand – without any investment or operating costs for the public transport operator. Read more…
Ampere partners with E2-CAD
Ampere and E2-CAD will work together in the field of embedded electronics. As part of the deal, Ampere will acquire 40 per cent of E2-CAD’s capital. Read more…
Chinese EVs abound: How Hongqi, GAC and co. are turning the Paris Motor Show upside down
The Paris Motor Show illustrates the dynamics of the industry. While many Western manufacturers are staying away, Chinese car manufacturers are increasingly taking over the floor – with a strong focus on electric cars and ambitious plans for the European market. Robin Engelhardt was in Paris for electrive to take a look at the situation. Read more…
‘I, Robot’ director complains about Tesla’s ‘We, Robot’ event
Alex Proyas, director of the 2004 film ‘I, Robot’, accuses Tesla of copying the designs for the recently presented vehicles Cybercab and Robovan and that of the humanoid robot Optimus. Read more…
Mercedes Teases Thinly Veiled 2026 CLA Plug-In Sedan
The electric version of the CLA promises outstanding efficiency thanks to its slippery body and 800-volt technology. Read more…
Nissan launches new charging offer in the USA
Nissan USA wants to make it easier for its EV owners to find and pay for public charging via the Nissan app, introducing the ‘Nissan Energy Charge Network.’ It also announced a new NACS adapter for the Ariya. Read more…
Electric motorbike manufacturer Energica is bankrupt
The Italian electric motorbike manufacturer Energica, which belongs to the US group Ideanomics, has been forced into insolvency. Due to a lack of alternative solutions, Energica has decided to open insolvency proceedings to enable repayment to creditors as far as possible from the liquidation proceeds. Read more…
