The new Model Y faces stronger competition than ever before, particularly from China’s EV makers, analysts say. Read more…
Check out Kia’s upgraded EV6 GT, spotted in the US for the first time in matte blue [Video]
Kia’s fastest car (EV or gas) is getting a major upgrade. The new Kia EV6 GT was spotted in the US for the first time, and it looks like a drastic improvement from the already sporty EV. Check out Kia’s new EV6 GT in matte blue. Read more…
Troubled off-road electric motorbike maker enters receivership
The Tauranga, New Zealand-based electric motorcycle maker UBCO has entered receivership, marking dim prospects for the mobility company that had only recently announced a major partnership with Australia Post. Read more…
Save 47% during short-term Jackery sale from $329, Velotric Go 1 Utility e-bike at $999 low, 1-day Anker SOLIX discount, more
Our Green Deals coverage this week kicks off with a short-term sale through Friday from Jackery which is seeing its Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station drop to its $999 low, among other savings. Velotric has provided a second chance to hop aboard its well-rounded Go 1 Utility e-bike for a $999 low, with some notable discounts/bundle offers on other popular models. We also spotted a discount for today only on Anker’s SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station that is taking costs to $2,449 alongside its expansion battery also seeing a one-day-only fall to $1,799. Lastly, Goal Zero’s Alta 50 Portable Fridge/Freezer is down at $550, with its larger counterpart sitting at its second-lowest rate. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup – and don’t miss out on the Lectric and Rad Power flash sales that are ending tonight. Read more…
BYD claims its new Denza Z9 GT is the fastest luxury NEV to reach 10,000 deliveries
BYD claims its sleek new Denza Z9 GT became the “fastest new energy luxury car” to reach 10,000 deliveries. The luxury model sold for about $52,000 on average and is headed to Europe next to challenge Porsche and BMW. Read more…
Huawei reveals official photos of its luxo barge Maextro S800
Huawei’s Maextro S800 is a behemoth of an electric sedan that has the entire Chinese automotive world excited even before its official launch. Developed as a joint venture between tech giant Huawei and automaker JAC, the S800 is the first offering from the premium Maextro brand, and it’s clearly aiming to disrupt the established order. At a staggering 5,480 mm… Read more…
Washington-based Brokk becomes dealer for Firstgreen’s electric loaders
Washington state-based Brokk, a manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition robots, has become a dealer for Firstgreen Industries, a company that produces electric, zero-emission, low-noise loaders. Brokk will offer Firstgreen’s electric solution for loading as well as its more comprehensive fully electric, remote-controlled job site offering achieved by pairing Brokk demolition robots with Firstgreen loaders, Brokk said…. Read more…
Altilium and Helm partner to develop a sustainable domestic lithium supply chain in the UK
UK-based clean technology group Altilium has announced a new partnership with LevertonHELM, the UK subsidiary of German chemical firm HELM, to develop a sustainable domestic supply chain for lithium in the UK. By combining Altilium’s expertise in recovering battery materials from spent batteries with LevertonHELM’s lithium production capabilities, the partnership aims to reduce the UK’s… Read more…
This Wild Electric ‘Truck’ Has Huge In-Wheel Motors
With high-performance tires, Italdesign reckons it could do 0-62 mph in less than 2.2 seconds. (Also, it has seats in the truck bed.) Read more…
The real problem with high-power electric bikes on mountain bike trails
As electric trail bikes like Sur Rons and Talarias gain popularity among off-road enthusiasts, a growing conflict is emerging on mountain bike trails. These powerful machines, capable of speeds and torque far beyond that of a traditional mountain bike, are raising concerns among trail users, land managers, and environmental advocates. Read more…
BYD is about to open another massive EV plant overseas with 150,000 vehicle capacity
The world’s largest electric vehicle maker is becoming a force in the global auto market. BYD confirmed it’s on track to open another massive EV plant overseas by the end of 2025. The new facility in Indonesia will be able to produce 150,000 vehicles a year as BYD expands its overseas manufacturing footprint. Read more…
DOE-funded Charging Smart program expands across US
Charging Smart, a program funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE) that offers free technical assistance to help local governments accelerate the growth of EV deployment and charging infrastructure, is now available in all 50 states. Under the program, a local government can earn a Bronze, Silver or Gold designation in recognition of its… Read more…
Circontrol launches new EV infrastructure service portfolio
EV charging manufacturer Circontrol has introduced a new service portfolio for the support and maintenance of its customers’ charging infrastructure, designed to maximize uptime and simplify charging operations. Since 2008, 165,000 Circontrol chargers have been installed in more than 60 countries. The portfolio features three service packs, a network of experts that combines internal resources… Read more…
Volkswagen Had A Tough Year. Here’s Why 2025 Could Be Tougher
Volkswagen has no new EV launches planned for 2025. What gives? Plus, the Trump 47 era begins and the feds probe Ford’s BlueCruise. Read more…
More details about BYD Han L revealed, dual-gun charging on board
BYD has recently unveiled its latest creation, the Han L sedan. This sleek, all-electric vehicle has the world talking not just because of its elegant design but also because of its groundbreaking technology and impressive performance. BYD has revealed more details about its new sedan, and some are quite interesting. BYD has positioned the Han L as a high-performance electric… Read more…
BYD to complete Indonesia plant by year-end
The planned annual capacity of BYD’s Indonesia plant is 150,000 units, and the long-term plan is for the export market.
With this investment, BYD was allowed to temporarily ship its cars to Indonesia free of import duties.
Supplier SK On claims solid-state EV battery “breakthroughs”
Battery supplier SK On recently gave an update on its research into solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, claiming “breakthroughs” that could bring these batteries closer to production-readiness. In a press release, SK On said it’s developing two types of solid-state batteries: one with a sulfide-based electrolyte, and one with an… Read more…
Canoo’s electric dreams fade as EV startup files for bankruptcy
The EV landscape is filled with still-smoking remnants of companies that dared to dream big. Ultimately, a bunch of them failed to navigate the challenging road to profitability. The latest casualty to join this growing field is Canoo. The electric vehicle startup just filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, leaving behind a collection of debts and broken promises. Canoo’s short but… Read more…
BYD Denza Z9GT, Fang Cheng Bao’s Bao 8 both see cumulative deliveries reach 10,000 units
The Denza Z9GT had an average sales price of RMB 380,000 ($51,950), while the Fang Cheng Bao brand had an average sales price of RMB 332,000 in December.
The Z9GT went on sale on September 20, 2024 and the Bao 8 on November 12, 2024.
The 500-Mile Ram 1500 REV Is Dead: Report
Parent company Stellantis reportedly told its suppliers to stop spending money developing parts for the EV. Read more…
