German Transport Minister Volker Wissing believes drones and air taxis will “revolutionise air mobility.” His ministry has now presented a new strategy for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), which includes test routes for air taxis from 2026. Read more…
California invests in EV charging and hydrogen fuelling infrastructure
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved an investment plan totalling USD 1.4 billion for the expansion of charging stations and hydrogen refuelling stations in the US state over the next four years Read more…
EPP to prevent manufacturer climate penalties with new strategy
The EPP has softened its position in the battle over CO2 fleet limits in the EU Parliament. While parts of the group were still calling for the standards to be postponed from 2025 to 2027 a week ago, a booking trick is now to help protect car manufacturers from climate penalties in 2025. Read more…
Last chance: EV Infrastructure Virtual Conference final day of live webinars
Don’t miss today’s webinars at the Charged Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure: Thursday, December 12th, 2024. Join us here. This free-to-attend conference is broadcasting December 10 – 12, 2024, and will feature live presentations, interactive Q&As, on-demand webinars, and whitepaper downloads. All live webcast sessions will also be recorded and available on demand after the… Read more…
BMW opens new aeroacoustic and electric drive centre
BMW has replaced its old wind tunnel at the Group’s Research and Innovation Center (FIZ) in Munich. The new Aeroacoustics and Electric Drive Center (AEC) is said to house a 100-metre wind tunnel, supposedly not only the largest vertical acoustic wind tunnel in the world – but also the quietest. Read more…
Germany: Vice Chancellor wants to give EV buyers a €1,000 charging credit
Germany’s Vice Chancellor and Federal Economics Minister, Robert Habeck, has drawn up a comprehensive “package to modernise the German automotive industry.” For example, EV buyers should receive a charging credit for publicly accessible charging points. He also considers tax incentives. Read more…
This is what the solar + storage industry wants from Trump
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has unveiled a “Top 10” solar and storage priorities list for President-elect Trump and the 119th Congress – here’s what it wants. Read more…
Stark Future unveils world’s most powerful Enduro motorcycle
Stark Future has launched a road-legal motorcycle, the VARG EX, with the aim of revolutionising the Enduro world.
The drivetrain delivers 80 hbp, making it the most powerful Enduro bike on the market, Stark said. Riders can customise its performance with options for power delivery, engine braking and regenerative curves, all adjustable via the five-mode handlebar control switch. Read more…
Tesla loses HW chief to Amazon and Cybertruck might go to China after all
On today’s prime time episode of Quick Charge, Amazon is taking on Tesla with the launch of an online car shopping tool AND by snagging Elon’s longtime head of Autopilot hardware development. Tesla isn’t taking the news lying down, however – they’re eyeing new markets for Cybertruck expansion. Read more…
Geely-backed Farizon Supervan challenges Ford E-Transit Custom in the UK
Geely’s commercial vehicle arm, Farizon, is set to launch its electric van, the Farizon SV, in the UK, challenging the dominance of the Ford E-Transit Custom and the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric. The Farizon SV will be offered in three body styles and two battery sizes, with a range of up to 362 km. The Farizon SV is built on a… Read more…
GM and EVgo surpass 2,000 co-branded public fast EV charging stalls in the US
US automaker GM and EV charging provider EVgo have surpassed 2,000 co-branded public fast charging stalls. The partners’ 2,000th stall is part of a new charging station in Murrieta, California, which offers five 350 kW fast chargers capable of serving up to ten EVs simultaneously. EVgo and GM have collaborated to build fast charging stalls… Read more…
‘EVs right now are the best deals in the market’ – Kelley Blue Book
New EV sales were strong in November, with early estimates pointing to the second-best month ever in the US, just… Read more…
Glencore + Cyclic Materials go large on copper recycling for EVs, clean energy
Cyclic Materials, a cleantech company focused on metals recycling, has struck a multi-year deal with Swiss mining giant Glencore to supply recycled copper.. Read more…
Watch Toyota’s robot set a new world record sinking an 80-foot basketball shot like it’s nothing
Toyota’s robot is really good at basketball. And it will only get better thanks to AI. After sinking an over 80-foot basketball shot, Toyota’s hoop prodigy set a new Guinness World Record for the longest basketball shot by a humanoid robot. Check out the impressive shot in the video below. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck MIIT filing suggests Chinese market entry
Tesla’s Cybertruck has passed a key regulatory hurdle in China, securing an energy consumption homologation from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This strongly hints at fast approaching launch of the electric pickup truck in the world’s largest EV market. The MIIT’s report reveals that the Cybertruck, classified as an M1 passenger vehicle, has received an official range… Read more…
Why The Tesla NACS Revolution Is Our Technology Of The Year
The North American Charging System isn’t just giving people Supercharger access, it’s revolutionizing how we build Level 2 chargers. Read more…
Kia confirms the electric Tasman pickup we’ve been waiting for is coming soon
It’s official: The all-electric Kia pickup truck is on its way. Although we had a suspicion, Kia confirmed an EV version of its Tasman pickup is coming soon. Here’s what to expect. Read more…
MOD Easy 3 e-bike hits new $2,159 low in Holiday sale, Segway EVs 60% off, Samsung Bespoke AI Combo saves $1,598, more
We’ve got three big Holiday sales for today’s Green Deals, with MOD’s savings event offering a 10% sitewide discount across its e-bikes, with the popular Easy 3 e-bike even hitting a new $2,159 low. Cruising up right behind it is Segway’s December savings that is taking up to 60% off its EVs, spotlighting the new ZT3 Pro All-Terrain KickScooter that has returned to its $950 low for the first time since its pre-order launch deal. Lastly, we have the 2024 Discover Samsung sale that has dropped its Bespoke AI Combo All-in-One Electric Washer and Ventless Dryer to $1,999 with $273 in bonus savings. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Lectric Holiday sale deals, Anker’s PowerCore Reserve low, and more. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck receive homologations in China days after denying rumor of launch
Tesla Cybertruck received homologation of energy consumption in China days after the automaker denied a rumor of an imminent launch. Read more…
Jeep Recon EV looks familiar in the latest spy photos and here’s a first look at the interior
Is that a Jeep or the Ford Bronco? Jeep’s Wrangler-inspired electric SUV was spotted with a familiar look with its official debut just around the corner. Check out the latest spy photos of the Jeep Recon EV, including a first look at the interior below. Read more…
