Rivian just announced a new division within the company focused on feats of performance, but with a uniquely Rivian twist, aiming for extreme off-road stunts instead of your standard circuit racing. Read more…
Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxi hits 300,000 weekly rides as service expands to South Korea
By February 2026, Apollo Go has delivered over 20 million rides worldwide cumulatively.
In the fourth quarter of last year, Apollo Go delivered 3.4 million fully autonomous ride-hailing trips, marking a year-on-year increase exceeding 200%.
Nio inks Bosch deal during German Chancellor’s China visit
Nio and Bosch will collaborate in areas including steer-by-wire chassis, battery management systems, powertrain systems, and autonomous driving perception modules.
The newly signed agreement will cover all three brands under Nio Inc — Nio, Onvo, and Firefly.
Toyota is testing a new SUV based on the electric Hilux BEV
A new Toyota SUV was spotted testing based on the ninth-generation Hilux BEV pickup, its first fully electric version. Read more…
A new Google data center triggers 1.9 GW of clean energy
Xcel Energy says it will supply electricity to a new Google data center in Pine Island, Minnesota, and the deal includes nearly 2 gigawatts (GW) of clean energy and a 100-hour iron-air battery. Read more…
The Volvo EX30 Just Got One Of The Best EV Features
Volvo adds V2L bidirectional charging to its smallest EV, the EX30, and it is also coming to existing owners via an OTA update. Lire la suite…
Hitachi Energy partners with Pakal on new silicon switch for ≥3.3 kV power modules
Hitachi Energy is collaborating with Pakal Technologies to incorporate Pakal’s IGTO(t) silicon power switch into Hitachi Energy’s high-voltage power module portfolio, starting with devices used in applications including rail, renewables, energy storage and power infrastructure for AI and data centers. The companies say the work targets a core problem in large-scale electrification: reducing losses in… Read more…
All-solid-state EV battery specialist Factorial moves one step closer to production
After securing another major partnership, Factorial is closing in on bringing its “groundbreaking” all-solid-state EV battery platform to global markets. Read more…
Bluetti sale drops Elite 200 v2 power station + Alternator Charger 2 to new $1,044 low, EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max $749, Razor e-bike, more
This week’s Thursday Green Deals are headlined by Bluetti’s latest RV Power Sale that is offering a wide arrange of mobile backup power solutions, like the Elite 200 v2 Portable Power Station with an Alternator & Solar Dual DC Charger 2 at a new $1,044 low, among other options. We also have an EcoFlow 72-hour flash sale that has returned the DELTA 3 Max Portable Power Station to its second-best $749 rate (alongside three other offers), as well as Razor’s Rambler 16 e-bike at a $525 yearly low, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s 48-hour Anker SOLIX flash sale offers ending tonight, the first discount on Aiper’s new IrriSense 2 smart irrigation system, and more.. Read more…
EIA: 62% more renewable energy capacity is coming in 2026
Solar, wind, and battery storage are projected to add 62% more generating capacity in 2026 than in 2025, assuring that those sources provide virtually all net new generating capacity this year, according to a review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data just released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).. Read more…
Genesis is launching its first ultra-luxury minivan, but most buyers won’t see it
Genesis is jumping into the premium multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) market with plans to launch its first ultra-luxury minivan. Genesis develops… Read more…
EnergyHub and Rivian partner to expand access to utility managed EV charging programs
EnergyHub, a provider of grid-edge flexibility solutions, has partnered with EV manufacturer Rivian to expand access to utility EV programs for Rivian drivers in North America. As more drivers electrify, utilities are increasingly implementing managed charging programs in order to align charging behavior with local grid conditions. EnergyHub and Rivian aim to make it easier… Read more…
United Chargers launches Grizzl-E Connect Commercial EV charging software platform
United Chargers has released Grizzl-E Connect Commercial, a commercial EV charging software platform designed to turn its Wi‑Fi-connected Grizzl-E chargers into payment-enabled commercial units. The company says site owners can activate commercial features over Wi‑Fi, then control access, set pay‑per‑use pricing, configure power management, and monitor usage—features aimed at commercial, multifamily, and fleet deployments. United… Read more…
Autocharge vs Plug & Charge (ISO 15118): What’s the difference—and what comes next
Every year, technology makes it easier to spend money—except when it comes to EV charging. We can buy a candy bar or a car with one tap of our credit card, but charging on the highway (for non-Tesla drivers) requires dealing with a phoneful of often poorly-designed apps. Plug & Charge, a system based on… Read more…
Webinar: Measuring shield currents in high voltage EV cables—even on the go
Shielded cables are often used in electric vehicles to prevent the effects of high shield currents, such as cable fires. Detailed measurements of the shield currents—especially during test drives help to verify whether the cables are properly designed. Join this webinar at our March Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by Vector, to learn how… Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 9 impresses as refined, spacious long-distance cruiser in motorway test
When journalists first get behind the wheel of a new car, they are often limited to short test drives during launch events. During an initial summer drive, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 made a strong impression – including surprisingly low energy consumption. But how does that first impression hold up over 1,800 kilometres on German motorways in colder conditions? We put it to the test.
Will the EU strategy overturn Germany’s electric vehicle incentives?
The EU Commission’s ‘Industrial Accelerator Act’ was initially expected on February 25, but the strategy paper is now set to be presented on March 4. A draft from the Commission is already causing a stir, because it jeopardizes the German government’s planned EV subsidies in their current form. Read more…
Could Stellantis soon adopt Leapmotor technology?
According to insiders, the multi-brand group Stellantis is considering using the electric vehicle technology of its Chinese partner Leapmotor to reduce costs for its European mass-market brands such as Fiat, Opel, and Peugeot. Read more…
Tesla Cybercab program manager exits ahead of launch
Victor Nechita, who served as Tesla’s vehicle program manager for the Cybercab, has announced he is leaving the company. The departure comes just days after the first Cybercab production unit rolled off the assembly line at Giga Texas, adding to an accelerating exodus of senior program managers at the automaker. Read more…
Jeep maker Stellantis is scrambling to cut EV costs, but it may have found its savior
After posting its first annual loss in company history, Jeep maker Stellantis is scrambling to turn things around. To reduce EV costs and enable more affordable vehicles, Stellantis may tap into China’s wealth of resources, marking new territory for a Western automaker.. Read more…
