Novonix, a battery materials and technology company, has received a conditional commitment from the US Department of Energy for a direct loan of up to $754.8 million for a proposed graphite facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. If finalized, the financing from the DOE’s Loan Programs Office would be applied towards partially financing the construction of the… Read more…
EVE Energy unveils electric construction machinery platforms
China-based EVE Energy has introduced platforms for electric construction machinery, including its new Open Source Battery. EVE’s platforms focus on four key areas: construction machinery, heavy-duty trucks, aerial work platforms and special machinery. They are designed to reduce charging time by 25%, exceed a lifespan of 5,000 cycles and achieve structural strength three times that… Read more…
Is Tesla Model S Free Lifetime Supercharging Deal Worth It?
The Model S now comes with free Supercharging for life, but at the cost of a raised price tag. Let’s figure out if it’s worth the extra Read more…
Man sentenced to prison for stealing Tesla secrets, other still at large
One man has been sentenced to two years in prison for stealing Tesla secrets and trying to sell them while his co-conspirator is reportedly still at large. Read more…
AC Future shares final design of its ‘AI-Transformable Home’ RV ahead of physical debut at CES
Young mobile home solutions developer AC Future has shared the final design of its flagship product – a solar-electric RV called the AI-Transformable Home or “Ai-TH” for short. Designed through a partnership with Hydra Design Labs, the Ai-TH has transcended beyond the concept phase and will be showcased as a physical demonstration unit at CES 2025 in Las Vegas next month. Read more…
E-lixr pivots business model to enable a globally unified electric water taxi network
Young electric water taxi service E-lixr is pivoting its previous business strategy to become the US’s first operator of all-electric vessels. It now seeks to support new and existing marine fleet operators with a unified platform.. Read more…
BYD officially enters humanoid robot race as global talent search kicks off
China’s leading EV maker will try its hand in a promising new field. As electric car sales continue surging to record highs, BYD plans to take on the world of humanoid robots. To kick things off, BYD announced a new recruitment program to attract top talent from around the globe. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 9 to get an off-road ready XRT trim
Hyundai’s Ioniq 9, a three-row electric SUV, was officially unveiled at the LA Auto Show last month. Now, it seems Hyundai is planning to expand the Ioniq 9 lineup with an off-road-focused XRT trim. Spy photos have surfaced showing a camouflaged Ioniq 9 sporting features characteristic of the XRT line. These include all-terrain tires, black rugged bumpers and extra trim… Read more…
ChargeLab debuts Spark EV charger management software
EV charging software provider ChargeLab has launched the beta version of Spark, which is designed for proactive EV charger monitoring and maintenance. The software is targeted at large-scale network operations, such as DC fast charging networks, turnkey installation firms, fleets and other managers of commercial EV chargers. Spark has been in alpha development since September… Read more…
Treehouse has a new turnkey solution for residential EV charging for fleets and management companies
Treehouse, provider of an installation platform for electrification projects, is now offering a turnkey solution designed to streamline the deployment of residential EV charging infrastructure for fleet owners and management companies. Not all vehicle fleets consist of heavy-duty vehicles that operate out of depots—some include passenger cars whose drivers find charging at home to be… Read more…
Audi-FAW starts EV production in Changchun
The first Audi Q6L e-tron has rolled off the production line in China – in a new factory operated jointly by Audi and FAW. The Audi FAW NEV Company builds exclusively electric cars – a second model is already in the pipeline. Read more…
Trump Pitches A Complete U-Turn On Federal Support For EVs
Plus, automakers slash EV prices to meet EU targets and Mercedes reflects on its shrinking market share in China. Read more…
The 2025 Toyota bZ4X Just Got A Lot Cheaper
Toyota’s sole U.S. electric vehicle is up to $6,000 less expensive for 2025. Read more…
Review: 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron charges ahead of the rest
Q6 E-Tron EV is Audi’s first on PPE platform shared with Porsche Arrives before the end of the year in Q6 and SQ6 forms California drive suggested around 300 miles from 100 kwh isn’t a stretch Roomy, comfortable interior and good ride quality; quirky regenerative braking With its 2025 Q6 E-Tron lineup, Audi is helping solve a pesky… Read more…
2024 Cadillac Lyriq misses Top Safety Pick rating
Eight EVs have earned Top Safety Pick+ ratings from the IIHS The Cadillac Lyriq was not one of those EVs Mazda and Volvo PHEVs joined the list of Top Safety Pick+ winners A few more electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids earned the industry’s toughest safety award with a Top Safety Pick+ rating in the year’s final round of testing by the IIHS, but… Read more…
Virta to manage EV infrastructure at Swedish airports
Swedish airport operator Swedavia and Finnish EV infrastructure service provider Virta have signed an agreement. To that end, Virta will manage EV charging infrastructure at several airports in the country. Read more…
Colorado announces completion of six fast-charging corridors
ChargePoint and the Colorado Energy Office announced the completion of six fast-charging corridors for electric vehicles across the state. A total of 33 DC fast charging stations with more than 80 charging ports are now available. Read more…
Honda Prelude Hybrid Will Come To The U.S. In 2025
Honda says the hybrid coupe will bring the fun back to driving with S+ Shift. And Americans won’t be missing out. Read more…
Skoda teases refreshed Enyaq and Enyaq Coupe with improved aerodynamics
Skoda released sketches, teasing the upcoming redesign of its most popular electric vehicles. The Enyaq family is getting a facelift, incorporating Skoda’s “Modern Solid” design language. This includes a new front end with an illuminated “Tech-Deck Face” replacing the traditional grille – along with slimmer LED Matrix headlights and a new bumper design. Skoda has incorporated “Unique Dark Chrome” accents… Read more…
BP Pulse to update DPD’s infrastructure in the UK
The parcel delivery company DPD has signed an infrastructure deal with BP Pulse in the UK. The latter will upgrade DPD’s existing EV charging infrastructure and provide new fast chargers. Read more…
