Orders for the Onvo L60 far outperformed those for other models launched at the same time, with production orders already lined up for the first quarter of next year, Onvo president said. Read more…
A 100-MW solar farm just broke ground in Wisconsin
National Grid Renewables has broken ground on its 100 MW Apple River Solar Project in Polk County, Wisconsin.. Read more…
Nio to enter Azerbaijan auto market
Nio already has a vehicle sales and service partner in Azerbaijan, said its president, Qin Lihong, who will also check out the site for Nio’s first local Nio House. Read more…
China powers up the world’s largest open-sea offshore solar farm
China’s CHN Energy has connected the first solar units from its 1-gigawatt (GW) offshore solar farm – the world’s first and largest of its kind – to the grid.. Read more…
Hyundai is launching an AI-powered EV next year to keep pace in China
Hyundai has a new secret weapon it’s about ready to unleash. To revamp the brand in China and counter BYD’s surge, Hyundai is launching a new AI-powered EV next year. The new model will be Hyundai’s first dedicated electric car for the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
Tesla announces 500 kW charging as it finally delivers V4 Supercharger cabinets
Tesla has announced that it will finally deliver 500 kW charging as it is about to install its long-awaited V4 Supercharger cabinets. Read more…
Zeekr takes the reins of Lynk & Co
The premium electric vehicle subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, Zeekr, is set to acquire a 51% stake in Lynk & Co. This acquisition, announced on November 14, 2024, will allow Zeekr to take control of the innovative car brand that was initially a joint venture between Geely Auto and Volvo Cars. Lynk & Co was founded in 2017, and it… Read more…
Electreon and Xos to deploy wireless charging for commercial EV deliveries like UPS in Michigan
The State of Michigan has announced a new partnership with wireless EV charging specialist Electreon and Commercial EV manufacturer Xos, Inc. Together, the companies have secured funding from the state to expand wireless charging availability for commercial vehicles, including UPS trucks in Detroit.. Read more…
Tesla supports killing $7,500 EV tax credit – going directly against its mission
Tesla reportedly supports the Trump administration’s plan to kill the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles – something in direct contradiction to Tesla’s original mission to accelerate the entire industry’s transition to electric transport. Read more…
Save $700 on new & old Rad Power e-bikes in Black Friday sale, Segway ZT3 Pro e-scooter deals, GoTrax Everest dirt bike, more
We’ve got some great Green Deals for you today, led by Rad Power’s official 2024 Black Friday sale that is running through the rest of the month and offering up to $500 discounts on veteran e-bikes, free extra battery promotions on the newest models, and plenty of accessory discounts up to 30% – all starting from $1,099. Right behind it is Segway’s latest ZT3 Pro All-Terrain Electric Scooter that has two differing offers – the first being a $200 discount while the second gives you a free Lumina power station, starting from $1,100. We have the return of the all-time lowest price on GoTrax’s Everest Electric Dirt Bike at $4,000 for today only, as well as new low prices on Worx’s M 20V and L 20V Landroid Robotic Lawn Mowers that start from $540. Lastly, Walmart’s early Black Friday sale has discounted a selection of Greenworks equipment, with the 60V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw hitting a new $139 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $600 off Black Friday deal on Heybike’s Cityrun e-bike, or the other low prices from ENGWE, Segway Ninebot, and more. Read more…
Kia is teasing a new EV model for the US: Here’s what to expect
At least one new Kia EV model will be revealed at next week’s LA Auto Show. Kia is teasing the new EV ahead of the event, claiming it wants to make “it very clear” that the company is charging ahead in the US. Read more…
Trump Transition Team Aims To Gut The $7,500 EV Tax Credit: Report
According to a new report, the move is supported by Tesla and an energy-policy transition team with deep ties to Big Oil. Read more…
GM and Reliant offer free nighttime charging to Chevrolet EV owners in Texas
Reliant and GM Energy are rolling out a new program that will offer free nighttime charging for Chevrolet EV drivers. Some 150 Chevy dealerships in Texas can now offer the plan upon vehicle purchase. The Reliant Free Charge Nights plan, available to Reliant electricity customers, provides a monthly bill credit that offsets the energy charges… Read more…
Pickering to launch reed relays for test and measurement
UK-based reed relay manufacturer Pickering Electronics is releasing its Series 125 miniature double-pole, single-throw reed relay. The new Series 125 2 Form A reed relays stack on a compact 5 mm x 5 mm pitch, achieving high packing density for a two-pole relay, according to the company. The relays support up to 1 A and… Read more…
Geely may take over aerial taxi startup Volocopter
Competitor Lilium has already had to file for insolvency – and Volocopter is also short of cash and could use some fresh money. This could now come from China. The car manufacturer Geely is reportedly considering taking over the air taxi start-up from Bruchsal. Read more…
Good things come to those who wait: first drive with the Audi SQ6 e-tron
We finally took the new Audi SQ6 e-tron for a spin to see what the Volkswagen subsidiary’s first entry to the PPE family can do. The electric SUV managed to impress with its handling on the road, as well as design innovation in the interior. On the other hand, Volkswagen clearly still struggles with software.
Study: 57% EV in 10 years requires “strategic reset” from automakers
Rate of acceleration for global EV adoption has slowed, firm suggests focus beyond early adopters Study relates EV adoption to Strategist, Individualist, Carer, Conservative, and Frugal psychographic profiles Prior to “reset,” 43% of non-EV drivers are already considering an EV next Automakers stand to substantially grow global EV sales over the… Read more…
This Is Jaguar’s New Six-Figure EV
Even though it’s still camouflaged, Jaguar’s first high-end EV already looks promising. Read more…
Software and maintenance—the keys to making fleet EV charging work?
Q&A with EO Charging’s John Walsh How is providing charging infrastructure for EV fleets like running a web site or a cell phone network? All of these worthy endeavors (among others) depend on a stack, which is a hip way of describing a system of interrelated hardware and software products that function together. Some layers… Read more…
The technical considerations and components needed to design a high-performance wireless EV charging system
Sponsored by Littelfuse.Ditch the plug! Make wireless EV charging a reality now! Unique components ensure safety, efficiency and reliability. Imagine an EV charging experience that’s as seamless and intuitive as parking your car—just “park, charge, and go.” For the end-user, the appeal is clear: EV owners envision pulling into their garage, a designated parking spot,… Read more…
