Genesis GV90 spotted in the US, offering a sneak peek at its ultra-luxe interior
Thu 6:10pm By Peter JohnsonThe GV90 is set to raise the bar as the most luxurious Genesis SUV. If you thought the GV80 was impressive, wait until you see this larger, three-row electric flagship. After it was recently spotted in the US, we are getting our first glimpse of the ultra-luxe…GM takes over as the ‘#1 EV seller’ in Canada
Thu 4:05pm By Peter JohnsonAfter its electric vehicle sales more than doubled in the first quarter, GM claims it’s now the “#1 EV seller” in Canada. With a full lineup of 13 all-electric vehicles, GM sold more EVs than Tesla in Canada. more…ComEd extends electrification plan in Illinois, committing a fresh $168M toward EV charger and…
Thu 2:41pm By Scooter DollComEd confirmed that the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has approved its second Beneficial Electrification Plan. This plan builds upon an existing investment and will commit an additional $168 million over three years to support its Illinois ComEd…This new Vermont plant turns Ben & Jerry’s waste into clean energy
Thu 2:16pm By Michelle LewisBen & Jerry’s organic waste is now creating clean energy for the Vermont grid, thanks to a new PurposeEnergy plant in St. Albans. more…EcoFlow EcoCredits May Madness takes up to 57% off units + extra savings & rewards, Hiboy Father’s…
Thu 2:01pm By Reinette LeJeuneLeading today’s Green Deals is EcoFlow’s two-day-only EcoCredits May Madness Sale, offering up to 57% off power stations and accessories in initial discounts alongside extra savings, and plenty of EcoCredit rewards to take advantage of. Beating out the…Meet the $7,000 mini EV that’s taking Japan by storm
Thu 1:40pm By Peter JohnsonIt’s not a Toyota, Nissan, or a Honda, but this new mini EV is already a sensation. The mibot mini EV costs just ¥1 million ($7,000), or about half the price of Nissan’s Sakura, the top-selling EV in Japan. more…The 2025 Honda Prologue EV just got $16,500 cheaper to buy or lease
Thu 1:10pm By Michelle LewisThinking about driving a 2025 Honda Prologue EV? You’re in luck – CarsDirect says you could score up to $16,500 off, plus 0.99% financing. more…Toyota is ‘loading the bases’ with a wave of new hybrid, PHEV, and EVs
Thu 11:24am By Peter JohnsonWith a new lineup of electrified vehicles, including plug-in hybrid (PHEV), hybrid, and EV models, Toyota is swinging for the fences. By offering every powertrain option, Toyota believes it has a better chance of hitting a home run. Will it hit it out of the…BYD’s new global electric van looks massive driving on public streets
Thu 10:23am By Peter JohnsonBYD is preparing to launch its new E-Vali electric van in Europe and other global markets. With its official launch just around the corner, the EV delivery van has been spotted out in the wild. Compared to other cars on the road, the new BYD’s electric van…EV competitors ZEEKR and NIO sign agreement to share each other’s charging networks
Thu 8:56am By Scooter DollChinese EV automakers ZEEKR and NIO have announced a rare and exciting cooperation to enable driver access to each other’s charging networks in China. This collaboration combines some of the world’s fastest EV charging with one of the largest networks in…Startup surge and green power give this country a perfect storm for e-motorcycle growth
Thu 7:47am By Micah TollBrazil, a nation renowned for its vast landscapes and vibrant urban centers, is a fascinating case in the worldwide adoption of electric two-wheelers. Despite a robust two-wheeler market, with sales reaching approximately 1.9 million units in 2024, the…Tesla has been testing robotaxi service without drivers for ‘several days’, says Elon Musk
Thu 3:44am By Fred LambertTesla has started testing its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas without safety drivers over the last few days, according to Elon Musk. The automaker reportedly aims to launch its robotaxi service on June 12. more…Tesla’s sales fall 87% in Quebec as its market gets wiped out
Wed 6:07pm By Fred LambertTesla’s sales have fallen 87% in Quebec in the first quarter 2025 compared to the same period last year. The critical Canadian market has been wiped out, and Tesla is no longer importing new vehicles. more…Here’s a closer look at Kia’s low-cost EV2 [Video]
Wed 5:23pm By Peter JohnsonKia’s smallest and most affordable EV is already creating quite the buzz. The EV2 will sit below the EV3 in Kia’s expanding EV lineup. With its official launch approaching, the Kia EV2 was spotted on public roads, giving us a closer look at the upcoming…Voltpost just flipped the switch on its first public lamppost EV charger
Wed 5:15pm By Michelle LewisVoltpost, a startup that turns existing lampposts into EV chargers, has officially launched its first public charging site in Oak Park, Illinois. The curbside charger, installed in partnership with the Park District of Oak Park and utility ComEd, brings easy,…Zoox signs on as the official robotaxi partner of Resorts World Las Vegas
Wed 3:59pm By Scooter DollZoox has announced a partnership with Resorts World Las Vegas, the first official agreement between a robotaxi provider and a Vegas resort property. more…Texas just shot its wind + solar boom in the foot on purpose [Update]
Wed 3:58pm By Michelle LewisTexas is No. 2 in the US for wind and solar capacity, but the Texas Senate passed a bill that aims to kneecap clean energy with an industry-killing review process. Here’s what happened in the House. more…Chevy’s EVs are now even more affordable with new deals
Wed 3:52pm By Peter JohnsonChevy is making it more affordable to drive off in one of its new EVs. With new incentives, you can now snag a 2025 Chevy Silverado EV for much less than a Tesla Cybertruck. The Equinox and Blazer EVs are also on sale this month. more…BYD tops Tesla as the ‘top choice’ for EV brands in China, and it’s not even close
Wed 2:18pm By Peter JohnsonBYD or Tesla, which one would you choose? According to a new UBS survey, BYD is now the top EV brand after widening its lead in China. more…Anker eufy E15 & E18 robot mowers $300 off with free gift, EVOLV PRO-R V2 e-scooter $400 off,…
Wed 2:10pm By Reinette LeJeuneOur Green Deals today are divided between some fresh new discounts and extended Memorial Day savings, headlined by Anker’s eufy E15 and E18 Robot Lawn Mowers that now $300 off and coming with a free Indoor Floor Lamp ($100 value) starting from $1,500.…Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix 2025: Now just over a month away
Wed 12:46pm By Arin WaichulisComing in hot… well, as hot as these solar cars can get, upwards of 60 mph.…Nissan claims buyouts for workers at US EV plant are a ‘crucial’ part of its comeback
Wed 12:23pm By Peter JohnsonThe struggling carmaker is urgently cutting costs as it looks to turn things around. Nissan is offering buyouts to US workers at its Canton, Mississippi, plant, citing it as a “crucial” part of its comeback plan. more…XPeng launches its new AI-powered MONA M03 Max BEV in China for under $20,000
Wed 9:37am By Scooter DollEight days after publicly unveiling a new Max variant of its already popular MONA M03 sedan, XPeng Motors has officially launched it in China at an insanely low price of RMB 139,800 ($19,400). For those prices, MONA M03 Max drivers will gain access to some of…Tesla is losing money insuring its own cars
Wed 8:41am By Fred LambertTesla’s insurance products are currently unsustainable, according to a new report that shows the company is losing money insuring its own cars. more…First electric boat crosses Mediterranean, sailing from Europe to Africa
Wed 7:00am By Micah TollIn a historic first for electric marine travel, a Swedish team has successfully crossed the Mediterranean in an electric boat – and not just any electric boat, but one that flies. The voyage marks a major milestone in the future of clean maritime transport…Two Tesla (TSLA) insiders close to Elon Musk just sold almost $200 million worth of stocks
Wed 3:43am By Fred LambertTwo Tesla board members close to Elon Musk, Ira Ehrenpreis and Kimbal Musk, just sold almost $200 million worth of Tesla (TSLA) stocks. more…Tesla can’t buy land in Australia because CEO Elon Musk is so ‘[redacted]’
Tue 9:41pm By Jameson DowTesla is trying to use a piece of property in Australia, near Adelaide, in order to build a battery factory and Tesla showroom. But it’s facing steep opposition from locals, most of whom cite dissatisfaction with Tesla CEO Elon Musk as their reason to oppose…Plenty of Tesla alternatives and a new Ford Pro team to help pay for them
Tue 8:47pm By Jo BorrásFor years, Tesla has been the go-to EV recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first electric cars, but Elon Musk’s political antics are causing people to shop elsewhere. On today’s episode of Quick Charge,…BYD takes control in another key EV market as its global push heats up
Tue 5:41pm By Peter JohnsonThe world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) maker is rapidly expanding overseas. After taking control of vehicle sales in Germany last year, BYD is about to do the same in another key overseas EV market. more…RJ Scaringe teases R2’s rear suspension, telling followers the new Rivian EV is ‘sooo good’
Tue 5:38pm By Scooter DollLess than a week after sending a beautifully wrapped fleet of R2 validation prototypes out into the wild, Rivian founder and CEO has shared more of the design work at HQ, including a look at the EV’s multi-link rear suspension. more…
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