Audi officially launched its highly anticipated 2025 A6 e-tron in the US, and the numbers are turning heads. The electric Sportback model will challenge the likes of the BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE. The A6 e-tron lineup begins with the rear-wheel-drive base model, featuring a 100 kWh battery pack (94.4 kWh net) and a single electric motor producing 375 horsepower.… Read more…
The Mercedes CLA EV is finally here and it has nearly 500 miles range: Here’s our first look
The smartest, most efficient Mercedes-Benz has just arrived. Mercedes unveiled the highly anticipated electric CLA today, its new entry-level EV. Will it live up to the hype as the latest Tesla Model 3 challenger? Here’s our first look at the electric Mercedes CLA. Read more…
ChargePoint deploys DC fast charging stations in upstate New York – why it’s a win
ChargePoint has brought five new DC fast charging stations online in upstate New York, supported by key funding from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).. Read more…
Tesla complains about being target of retaliatory tariffs, and it was right: it’s starting
Tesla’s policy team sent a letter to the US government to complain about potentially being the target of retaliatory tariffs amid Trump’s trade war. Read more…
The all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA debuts with AI at its core
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest addition to its growing EV lineup – the all-electric CLA. The company claims it designed the CLA to redefine the electric car experience, and looking at the specs, we actually agree. The new EV is a technological marvel packed with artificial intelligence and designed for maximum efficiency. The CLA is the beginning of an entirely… Read more…
First look: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV, hybrid split the bill
Battery-electric CLA 250+, CLA 350 arrive first Non-PHEV CLA hybrid coming in a year EVs have 800-volt architecture, 320-kw max charging Mercedes-Benz will kick off the replacement of all its global small cars this year—and when they do, all the models coming to the U.S. will sport some sort of electrification. But some will be more electric… Read more…
2026 Mercedes CLA-Class: A 500-Mile EV Plus A Hybrid, Too
Mercedes is ditching the egg-like styling language and adding hybrid options to its electrified models. Read more…
Ayvens to procure 19,000 electric transporters
The French mobility brand Ayvens from ALD Automotive and Leaseplan has signed a financing agreement with the European Investment Bank. The company intends to use the funds to expand its European fleet by 19,000 electric vans over the next three years. Read more…
US government wants to turn tail on electrification of US postal service
Two high-ranking members of the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are preparing a bill to reclaim the approximately 3 billion dollars earmarked for the electrification of the United States Postal Service (USPS). Read more…
BMW teased Neue Klasse i3 as it conquers the snowy roads of Sweden
BMW is pushing forward with its electric vehicle plans, revealing prototype testing for the upcoming i3 sedan, following the earlier glimpses of the iX3 SUV. These vehicles are part of the automaker’s “Neue Klasse” lineup, a fresh generation of EVs designed to set new standards. The iX3 is set to be the first of these new models to roll off… Read more…
Epiroc equips Canadian mine with electric vehicles
Swedish machine manufacturer Epiroc has received a major order from Hudbay Minerals for a fleet of battery electric vehicles to be used in an underground mine in Canada. Read more…
British startup Longbow unveils lightweight EV sports car for 2026
A new British electric sportscar company has just unveiled two ultra-light vehicles, the Speedster and Roadster. Both cars weigh less than 995 kg with a stated range of 442 km. Read more…
Milence connects Barcelona to Lyon with electric ‘freight corridor’
Milence has announced the launch of three electric truck charging hubs on the Barcelona – Lyon freight corridor. The company says their placement on the route will enable electrified freight logistics along 700 km of road. Read more…
Changan plans for solid state battery mass production in 2027
Chinese automaker Changan Automobile has revealed plans to begin mass production of solid-state batteries by 2027, if vehicle testing succeeds in 2026. At a meeting of investors, Changan said it hopes to debut its Jinzhongzhao all-solid-state batteries in prototype vehicles by the end of this year. Read more…
World premiere of the Mercedes CLA: The ‘one-litre car’ enters the electric age
There is no question that Mercedes has not had as successful a start to the electric age as it had hoped. The German carmaker is looking ahead and wants to do a lot better with the new CLA. That applies to the design, the name and, above all, the drive technology, which has been fully optimised for efficiency. We have all the important information and data for the world premiere in Rome! Read more…
Toyota hints at Tacoma and 4Runner EVs for the US
The electric Tacoma and 4Runner may not be a pipe dream after all. Toyota is hinting that EV versions of the popular pickup and SUV could be coming to the US. Read more…
Northvolt goes bankrupt, Swedish battery maker collapses in Europe
Once hyped as a potential cornerstone for an expanded European battery industry, Swedish battery maker Northvolt on Wednesday announced that it was filing for bankruptcy in its home country. “Like many companies in the battery sector, Northvolt has experienced a series of compounding challenges in recent months that eroded its financial position… Read more…
Orbea unveils Denna: A fancy shmancy mid-drive electric road bike tuned for gravel
The latest addition to Orbea’s electric road bike lineup is here, and it’s designed to handle more than just pavement. The Orbea Denna, announced today, is a gravel-optimized electric road bike that builds on the company’s previous experience with models like the Gain and Terra. Featuring a mid-drive motor “tuned specifically for off-road conditions”, the Denna aims to blend power, range, and versatility for riders looking to tackle everything from steep climbs to loose trails. Read more…
America’s EV Sales Are Climbing Despite The Chaos
Despite a lot of political headwinds, the EV market is still growing. Let’s see if it holds. Read more…
Toyota Just Proved That Electric Vehicles Aren’t Going Anywhere
More importantly, neither is electrification. The world’s largest automaker’s next moves show where everything is headed. Read more…
