Nissan announced prices for its first plug-in hybrid (PHEV), the 2026 Rogue, will start at under $46,000. Read more…
Tesla pushed EV prices lower in January, but sales kept sliding
EV prices fell again in January, with Tesla doing most of the cutting. But cheaper EVs didn’t translate into stronger sales, according to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book. Read more…
Tesla Semi specs and pricing, L4 haul trucks, and Windrose’ mobile AI concept
On today’s long overdue episode of Quick Charge, we’ve finally got production specs and pricing on the Tesla Semi first revealed by Elon Musk nine (9) years ago. Will it be a revolution, or a case of too little, too late to make a real impact. Read more…
Trump can’t freeze NEVI funds, so he’s trying to stall them – again
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) just issued a new notice today that aims to make it harder for states to actually spend the money in one of Donald Trump’s favorite punching bags: the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. Read more…
BYD unveils the new ATTO 3 EVO – a smarter and much faster family SUV
BYD just pulled the curtain back on the ATTO 3 EVO, and it is not a tiny, cosmetic update. This new version of the popular electric family SUV brings more power and a much bigger battery to the table. If you thought the first version was good, this one tries to beat it in every way. It sits on a… Read more…
Want To Save $92,000 On An Audi E-Tron GT? The Used Deals Are Wild
One of the sickest EVs ever is a ridiculous used-car bargain. Get them while you can. Lire la suite…
Ford’s EV shakeup leads to its worst quarterly loss since 2008
Ford reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings after the market closed. Despite beating top-line estimates, Ford’s updated EV plans took a bigger toll than expected on profits. Read more…
Versinetic warns EV charger manufacturers to prepare for UK standards changes
EV charging solutions provider Versinetic is warning UK charger manufacturers and charge point operators to act ahead of charging standards changes taking effect in 2026. The changes have downstream implications for organizations responsible for deploying EV charging infrastructure. The convergence of new technical protocols and tougher regulations is raising the minimum technical and regulatory baseline… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz adds a “just right” option to the CLA lineup
Mercedes-Benz has a bit of a labeling problem, and it is making things a little confusing for people who just want a nice car. If you have been following the news about electric cars lately, you know that the German brand has been very busy. They recently launched the new electric Mercedes-Benz CLA, and it came in a few different… Read more…
Freezing Temps Crush Range. But Kia’s Newest EV Dominated This Test
A Kia EV2 prototype took part in a brutal subzero range test in Norway and lost less than 25% of its claimed range. Lire la suite…
Rivian R2 prototypes hit the media and revealed new performance specs as a Tesla Model Y competitor
Rivian R2 prototypes have now been driven by a select few in digital media, and we have learned quite a bit more about this price-friendly SUV, including potential performance specs.. Read more…
Kia EV2 crushes cold weather test with impressive driving range and charging speeds
Who said electric vehicles don’t belong in the frigid cold? Kia’s smallest, most affordable EV, the EV2, achieved impressive range and charging performance in cold-weather testing, even though it’s still a prototype. Read more…
FAW installs ‘industry first’ semi-solid-state battery in an EV, promising 1,000+ km range
Automakers, battery manufacturers, and companies from around the globe are racing to bring solid-state EV batteries to market, promising significant improvements in energy density, charging, and driving range. Read more…
Tesla promotes EMEA exec Joe Ward to lead global sales amid European collapse
Tesla has named Joe Ward, its Vice President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), to oversee global sales operations, according to a report from Bloomberg. Read more…
Toyota teases the all-new 2027 Highlander electric SUV
Toyota is finally ready to join the big leagues of family-sized electric cars. The company has officially confirmed the 2027 Toyota Highlander will arrive as its very first three-row SUV powered entirely by batteries. It’s a big change for one of America’s favorite family haulers – the Highlander used to rely on gasoline or hybrid power, but the next generation… Read more…
Equipmake to supply Agrale with electric bus drivetrains
UK-based electrification technology firm Equipmake has signed a £2.4-million ($3.28-million) agreement to supply Argentine-Brazilian bus manufacturer Agrale with electric drivetrain systems for 23 electric buses. The new deal follows a September 2025 agreement worth £5.45 million, under which Equipmake supplied drivetrain systems for 50 Agrale electric buses that are now being deployed in Buenos Aires,… Read more…
Raythink outlines a three-layer approach to monitoring lithium-ion thermal risks
Thermal imaging firm Raythink has released a white paper outlining a three-layer approach to monitoring thermal risks across the lithium-ion battery lifecycle, from production and testing through charging, energy storage and end-of-life recycling. The system centers on infrared-based thermal monitoring. The first layer uses thermal cameras rated for harsh environments, deployed at production lines, storage… Read more…
BYD joins lawsuit against Trump tariffs
BYD has joined hundreds of companies in a lawsuit in the USA, pushing to be refunded for duties they’ve paid under Donald Trump’s import tariffs. The lawsuit was initially filed in early January. Read more…
UK: Mazda simplifies powertrain line-up for the Mazda6e
Mazda has announced UK pricing and specifications for the all-electric Mazda6e. The saloon arrives this summer with a single 78 kWh LFP battery, two high-spec trim levels and a WLTP range of up to 348 miles, positioning it below £40,000. Read more…
Just in time for the Olympics: Yutong delivers electric buses to Trentino
Chinese manufacturer Yutong reports the delivery of 68 electric buses to be deployed as part of the ‘world-class winter sports event’ in Milan and Cortina—specifically, the Winter Olympics. A closer look reveals that the buyer is the public transport operator Trentino Trasporti. Read more…
