BYD is facing a potential hiccup in its European expansion plans. The European Union Commission has started a preliminary investigation into whether BYD received unfair subsidies from the Chinese government for its new EV factory in Hungary. The probe comes at a time of increasing global trade tensions and could have a negative impact on BYD’s operations in the European… Read more…
Tesla China ships 1st Megapacks produced at Shanghai Megafactory overseas
The first Megapacks made in Shanghai set sail today for export to Australia.
A single Megapack can store about 3,900 kWh of electricity, equivalent to the battery capacity of 62 Model 3 rear-wheel drive cars.
BYD enters Serbia with multiple NEV models
BYD has launched four pure electric models and one hybrid model in Serbia.
More models will arrive in Serbia in due course, BYD said.
Li Auto starts taking pre-orders for updated Li Mega MPV, deliveries to begin in May
Pre-order price for updated Li Mega is the same as its predecessor, but with an upgrade of the smart driving chip from two Nvidia Orin-X chips to a single Thor-U chip.
The model will support Li Auto’s next-generation autonomous driving architecture, MindVLA.
iKamper unveils new rooftop tent designed specifically for Rivian R1T and R1S EVs
Rooftop tent specialist iKamper has unveiled a new all-season tent designed exclusively for Rivian EV owners. The Skycamp Mini was designed to protect its inhabitants from high winds, UV Rays, and inclement weather and just popped up in the Rivian Gear Shop this afternoon. Check it out. Read more…
Avery Dennison introduces new EV battery venting materials portfolio
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has introduced a new EV Battery Venting Materials Portfolio to help counter the risk of thermal runaway and increase safety in EV batteries. These venting solutions include single- and double-coated anisotropic filmic tapes with proprietary fire-barrier coatings and pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSA) for bonding. EV battery manufacturers implement venting strategies at the… Read more…
Jackery Explorer 3000 Pro with 500W panel at $1,999 low in latest sale, Lectric XPeak 2.0 LR e-bike new $1,579 low, EGO leaf blower, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is Jackery’s Home Improvement Sale, which is continuing its previous flash sale offers alongside new additions, one of which being the Explorer 3000 Pro solar generator bundle with a 500W panel at its $1,999 low – plus, continuing free gifts on the brand’s newest Explorer 5000 Plus and its bundles, and more. We also have the unexpected price cut on Lectric’s XPeak 2.0 Off-Road Long-range e-bikes to a new $1,579 low, while also coming with $336 in free gear during the brand’s latest sale, as well as EGO’s 56V 765 CFM Cordless Leaf Blower with 5.0Ah and 2.5Ah batteries down at $330. Bringing up the rear is Govee’s Smart Electric Composter which has dropped down to $305. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s latest sales from Lectric, Segway, Aventon, and more. Read more…
Korea’s first electric pickup is already in high demand, and it’s not from Hyundai or Kia
The KGM Musso EV is Korea’s first electric pickup. It’s not from Hyundai or Kia. Launched earlier this month, the electric truck is already racking up orders. The Special Edition version sold out in under two hours. Meet the KGM Mussu EV. Read more…
FERC: Solar + wind set for a strong 3-year run despite Trump’s sabotage
By February 1, 2028, renewables would account for 37.4% of total available installed utility-scale generating capacity – just behind natural gas (40.2%) – with solar and wind making up more than 75% of the installed renewable energy capacity, according to data just released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Read more…
Watch The New Tesla Model Y Take On The Old One In A 70-MPH Range Test
Tesla claims the updated Model Y is up to 10% more efficient. Real-world tests tell another story. Read more…
We’ve Got A 2025 Mini Countryman SE. What Do You Want To Know?
The $51,145 crossover features a circular screen and can go up to 212 miles on a charge. Read more…
New breakthrough promises near-perfect EV battery recycling
Chinese scientists have developed a method to recover nearly 100% of the lithium from used batteries. This innovation addresses a crucial challenge in the growing EV market: how to handle the increasing volume of spent batteries in an environmentally responsible and cost-effective manner. Researchers from several Chinese universities, including Central South University, have devised a “neutral leaching” technique that dramatically… Read more…
Tesla recalls 46,000 Cybertrucks in the US
Tesla has been forced to recall tens of thousands of its electric pickups in the US. The issue stems from a stainless steel trim piece on the exterior that has come loose on multiple vehicles, potentially posing a hazard to other road users. Read more…
EV Sales Were Up In February, But Tesla Keeps Falling
Data shows that Americans’ appetite for battery-powered vehicles isn’t fading just yet. Read more…
NYSERDA awards $2.9 million for shared electric transportation projects in New York
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has awarded $2.9 million to 29 community-led projects to enhance planning for shared electric transportation solutions in New York, through the state’s $32-million Clean Mobility Program. Each of the awarded project teams will receive $100,000 to conduct feasibility studies on local transportation options including shared… Read more…
Northern Graphite starts sampling LDI graphite for battery anode materials
Canadian producer Northern Graphite is supplying samples of three standard battery anode material (BAM) products, as well as its Porocarb material, to manufacturers of lithium-ion and solid-state batteries. Northern’s demonstrator grades, produced using graphite from the company’s Lac des Iles (LDI) mine in Quebec acquired in 2022, are engineered to drive battery performance and meet… Read more…
2025 Renault 5 E-Tech: An Icon Nails Its Electric Comeback
The Renault 5 was a legend in its time. Now it’s back as a retro-styled EV, and it understood the assignment. Read more…
Renault Scenic put to the test: A family-friendly company car?
The name Scenic brings back memories of a practical family van – but that era is history. Instead, the new edition presents itself as a modern compact SUV that rounds off the top end of the French brand’s purely electric model range. Our driving report clarifies where the current Renault technology can score points and where it can’t!
This Is The First Rivian R1S Police Car
The electric cruiser will roam the streets of Palo Alto in the coming months. Read more…
LG Chem to produce precursor-free battery cathode materials
Battery manufacturer LG Chem plans to start mass production of precursor-free battery cathode materials in South Korea in the first half of this year. LG Chem produces its LG Precursor Free (LPF) materials by directly calcinating custom-designed metals without precursors, improving power performance at low temperatures and shortening development time. The company plans to expand… Read more…
