Tesla hacker reveals a new Model Y with 6 seats is in the works
6:18am By Fred Lambert
A Tesla hacker has revealed that through a new software update, the automaker is working on a new Model Y with a 6-seat configuration. more…Zero announces its new low-cost electric motorcycles have begun production
5:41am By Micah Toll
Zero Motorcycles announced this week that production of its new XE and XB electric motorcycles is now officially underway, with the first units set to begin shipping soon. The milestone marks a major step forward in Zero’s plan to expand beyond its…Tesla is asked to delay Robotaxi launch in Austin by Texas lawmakers
Wed 9:50pm By Fred Lambert
Texas lawmakers have officially requested that Tesla delay its planned Robotaxi launch in Austin by a few months due to a new law being implemented. It’s a Godsend for Elon Musk. more…Rove breaks ground on 2nd ‘full-service’ EV charger, this time in Costa Mesa, CA
Wed 6:32pm By Jameson Dow
Rove, a company founded to improve the EV charging experience by building “full service” EV charging centers with access to amenities you can use while charging, has just broken ground on its 2nd charging center, to be open in October/November of this…Nissan confirms its first EV with ‘game-changer’ solid-state batteries is still on track
Wed 5:46pm By Peter Johnson
Nissan is betting big on solid-state batteries to help power up a comeback. The automaker says the next-gen battery tech will be a “game-changer for EVs,” promising more range, faster charging, and lower costs. Nissan just confirmed its first EV with…SolarEdge batteries now qualify for up to $3,000 in OR and WA incentives
Wed 5:40pm By Michelle Lewis
SolarEdge just became a qualified home battery storage maker for Pacific Power’s new Wattsmart Battery Program, which offers incentives for solar battery installations in Washington and Oregon. more…ENGIE’s ‘precycling’ plan could change utility-scale solar builds
Wed 4:51pm By Michelle Lewis
ENGIE North America is taking a big step toward making solar power more sustainable by baking recycling into the foundation of four upcoming clean energy projects. more…Ford is halting Mustang Mach-E sales due to a recall impacting over 300,000 vehicles
Wed 3:32pm By Peter Johnson
Ford is recalling over 300,000 Mustang Mach-E models globally due to a glitch that could leave you locked out or potentially trapped inside the vehicle. more…Hiboy EX6F folding e-bike launch from $950 ($580+ off), Exclusive $2,800 savings on Mango Power E 3,500Wh CATL station, more
Wed 2:00pm By Reinette LeJeune
Today’s Green Deals are headlined by Hiboy’s sixth anniversary, which is not only having a sale across its EVs at up to 55% off, but is also giving us the first launch savings on its new EX6F Low-Step Folding e-bike that starts from $950 with two different…BYD has now sold over 1 million Seagull EVs, the $10,000 electric car that’s going global
Wed 1:30pm By Peter Johnson
Starting at under $10,000, the Seagull is the most affordable EV BYD offers in China. It’s also the company’s best seller. In just over two years, BYD has sold over 1 million Seagull EV models. Now, it’s rolling out to new global markets. more…The new Genesis GV60 is impressive with more range, tech, and luxury than ever
Wed 11:52am By Peter Johnson
The GV60 just got a major upgrade. Genesis revealed “extensive enhancements” for the new GV60 on Wednesday, including added driving range, fun features, and plenty more. more…Zoox opens new production facility where its purpose-built robotaxis will be built [Video]
Wed 11:00am By Scooter Doll
Robotaxi developer Zoox has cut the ribbon on the first serial production facility for purpose-built robotaxi vehicles in the United States. This new cutting-edge facility will be able to assemble thousands of Zoox’s unique autonomous vehicles each year as…The new Kia EV6 GT is a 650 hp powerhouse and it’s even more affordable
Wed 10:12am By Peter Johnson
The new EV6 GT is the fastest Kia vehicle to date, packing nearly 650 horsepower. It’s quicker than a Ferrari and less than half the cost. Kia’s first electric sports car just got a big upgrade with added power, style, in-car tech, and more “GT” than…Cool news: The world’s cutest microcar gets air conditioning
Wed 9:11am By Micah Toll
While it’s not an official title, one of the front-runners for the world’s coolest electric microcar has got to be the Swiss-designed and Italian-manufactured Microlino. And thanks to a new version with first-ever air conditioning, it just got even cooler.…Rising costs, market conditions blamed for Volvo Cars’ 2026 price hike
Wed 8:25am By Jo Borrás
A leaked 2026 order guide shows the price on several Volvo models going up by nearly 6%. That’s thousands of dollars on some models – along with higher destination charges, fewer discounts, and precious little in the way of new tech or features to justify…Tesla manager fired for sounding the alarm explains why the automaker is screwed
Wed 4:10am By Fred Lambert
A Tesla manager who was recently fired for warning that CEO Elon Musk was ruining the company, Matthew LaBrot, has given an interview to give more details about the situation and how he doesn’t see Tesla coming out of it. more…New GM patent leaks plans for drone assisted towing
Tue 9:22pm By Jo Borrás
Like manual transmission shifting, the ability back a tow hitch under a trailer coupler seems to be a skill that younger generations have given up on – but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to haul their bikes, boats, or RVs out into the wilderness.…BYD begins delivering its first luxury electric super sedan just as Ferrari delays a new EV
Tue 5:36pm By Peter Johnson
While Ferrari is pushing back EV plans, BYD is stepping in with its first luxury electric super sedan. BYD kicked off deliveries of the Yangwang U7, a four-motor, flagship electric sedan powerhouse packing nearly 1,300 horsepower. more…ChargeLab debuts OpenOCPP to make EV charger integration way easier – and it’s free
Tue 5:26pm By Michelle Lewis
EV charger operating system manufacturer ChargeLab just launched OpenOCPP, a free and open-source software stack that could majorly simplify life for EV charger manufacturers. more…Kempower’s 1.2 MW EV charger powers big trucks and cars at the same time
Tue 3:43pm By Michelle Lewis
Kempower’s MORE Power fast and flexible charging solution is set to deliver megawatt-level charging to both electric trucks and cars, and it’s shipping from Finland. more…
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6:18am By Fred Lambert - Zero announces its new low-cost electric motorcycles have begun production
5:41am By Micah Toll - Tesla is asked to delay Robotaxi launch in Austin by Texas lawmakers
Wed 9:50pm By Fred Lambert - Rove breaks ground on 2nd ‘full-service’ EV charger, this time in Costa Mesa, CA
Wed 6:32pm By Jameson Dow - Nissan confirms its first EV with ‘game-changer’ solid-state batteries is still on track
Wed 5:46pm By Peter Johnson - SolarEdge batteries now qualify for up to $3,000 in OR and WA incentives
Wed 5:40pm By Michelle Lewis - ENGIE’s ‘precycling’ plan could change utility-scale solar builds
Wed 4:51pm By Michelle Lewis - Ford is halting Mustang Mach-E sales due to a recall impacting over 300,000 vehicles
Wed 3:32pm By Peter Johnson - Hiboy EX6F folding e-bike launch from $950 ($580+ off), Exclusive $2,800 savings on Mango Power E…
Wed 2:00pm By Reinette LeJeune - BYD has now sold over 1 million Seagull EVs, the $10,000 electric car that’s going global
Wed 1:30pm By Peter Johnson
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