The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles in California will provide $25 million for charging infrastructure for electric heavy-duty drayage trucks. It is part of a larger project to set up charging sites for trucks across the US state. Read more…
Geely presents improved LFP battery
Geely unveiled a new generation of its self-developed LFP battery for electric cars. According to Chinese media, the new ‘Short Blade Battery’ could debut in the Galaxy E5, a five-door electric SUV. Read more…
2025 Genesis Electrified G80 gets a refresh with extra range, size and tech
The Genesis Electrified G80 is getting a significant update for the next model year. Genesis unveiled the updated EV at the Busan International Mobility Show in South Korea, showcasing a longer wheelbase, increased battery capacity, and a slew of luxurious enhancements both inside and out. While official EPA range figures for the US market are yet to be released, the… Read more…
You can now lease a Hyundai IONIQ 5 for less than the cheapest car in the US
Hyundai’s top-selling electric SUV is on sale. Starting at just $17,820, the Nissan Versa is America’s cheapest car, but with massive incentives, the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is even more affordable to lease. Read more…
GranCabrio Folgore first drive: Maserati has nailed it in one of the first true BEV convertibles
Buongiorno! Scooter here, back with another first-drive review with Maserati. This time, I flew north of Milan, Italy, to Lake Maggiore, where I took in tons of beautiful vistas while testing out Maserati’s first all-electric convertible, the GranCabrio Folgore. This is a beautifully done new model, but I worry about its starting price. Read more…
Among incredibly stupid court opinions, overturning Chevron takes the cake
The US “Supreme” Court has just issued an opinion that would overturn Chevron v Natural Resources Defense Council, ensuring more government gridlock and casting activist judges in the place of career scientists to decide specific answers to some of the most crucial questions of the day, such as those related to climate emissions and other environmental issues. Read more…
Ford CEO Hits Back At Electric Vehicle ‘Politics,’ Disinformation
Ford CEO Jim Farley, a “lifelong petrolhead,” has a lot to say about EV skepticism—and ceding American leadership to China or Europe. Read more…
MOL and Volvo Penta conduct trials of an electric 4X4 RoRo tractor at Belgian port
MOL, a Belgian manufacturer of port handling equipment, and Volvo Penta, a marine and industrial engine manufacturer, have announced a partnership to conduct trials of the RME225, an electric 4X4 RoRo tractor, at the Port of Ghent, in collaboration with the port’s operator, logistics firm DFDS. The three partners aim to demonstrate a move away… Read more…
First Polestar 3 deliveries begin in Sweden
Polestar announced that it’s starting deliveries of the 3 SUV. The first units were hand-delivered ceremoniously to customers at Polestar’s Swedish headquarters in Gothenburg. Buyers received special Polestar gift packages. More deliveries will take place tomorrow in Germany and Norway, featuring similar handover ceremonies. Polestar announced that customers in the USA will be getting their first deliveries in California, Illinois,… Read more…
Volvo EX30: Everything We Know
The EX30 has yet to arrive stateside, and it may never do so for the jaw-dropping sub- $35,000 price tag Volvo announced. Read more…
130+ Wendy’s restaurants are now running on community solar
Over 130 Wendy’s restaurants in New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts are now sourcing between 30% and 100% of their energy from community solar. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck recalls, Rivian and VW partnership, Rimac goes driverless, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the two Tesla Cybertruck recalls, Rivian and VW partnership, Rimac going driverless, and more. Read more…
BYD’s +1,200 hp Ferrari-slaying electric sports car spotted testing at Nurburgring [Video]
BYD’s new Yangwang U9, its first electric sports car, was caught racing around the Nurburgring this week. With four electric motors and over 1,200 hp, the new EV supercar will leave Ferrari in the dust. Read more…
The US announces a big offshore wind sale in the Central Atlantic
The US Department of the Interior (DOI) today announced an offshore wind Final Sale Notice and auction for 275,000+ acres off the coasts of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. Read more…
Ekoenergetyka obtains $182-million loan to finance growth in Europe
Polish EV charger manufacturer Ekoenergetyka has signed a $182-million loan agreement with Bank Pekao to finance increased production capacity to meet growing European demand. The company, which has launched a new production line for improved efficiency and product quality, plans to further automate the line by introducing industrial robots for some elements of production. Ekoenergetyka… Read more…
Hofer Powertrain and ETH Zurich launch GaN multilevel inverter development project
Germany-headquartered EV powertrain manufacturer Hofer Powertrain has started a research project in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH Zurich) to develop a three-level gallium nitride (GaN) traction inverter that uses adaptive gate drivers and enables lower switching losses. The project is supported by funding from Innosuisse, the Swiss Agency of Innovation… Read more…
Rivian Plans A Charger That Can Power Your House
Rivian says its existing fleet of R1 vehicles will soon be able to power a customer’s home with its new wall charger. Read more…
China-Made EVs Accounted For 18.5% Of All EVs Sold In Europe In May 2024
Last month, two of the top five best-selling EVs were imported from China. Read more…
Lucid Air finally embraces Android Auto
The Lucid Air sedan, is finally integrating Android Auto into its infotainment system. This update is a long-awaited addition, as some owners have resorted to creating their own hardware workarounds to access Android Auto. While EV manufacturers like Tesla and Rivian have opted for proprietary operating systems, Lucid is embracing the popular smartphone integration platforms. The Lucid Air, known for… Read more…
Fisker, Amid Bankruptcy, Recalls Every Single Car In U.S.
The recall includes a mandatory stop sale as the availability of parts and service is as questionable as Fisker’s future. Read more…