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date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
The global shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating, but McKinsey’s latest report warns of significant strain on the supply chain for critical battery materials by 2030.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/critical-ev-battery-materials-face-a-supply-crunch-by-2030/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Hyundai’s new IONIQ 9 electric SUV already looks like it’s from the future, but the flagship Calligraphy trim stands apart from the other options. The top-tier model gains added tech, features, and sleek trim-exclusive design elements. A new all-black model was spotted in California, giving us a better look at the top-tier trim on the road.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/hyundais-top-tier-ioniq-9-calligraphy-suv-looks-sharp-in-black/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s issues self-driving computer failure, Cybertruck is also having some problem, Honda/Nissan merger, and more.
date: 2024-12-20, from: Inside EVs News
Sales of Tesla’s radical truck got off to a great start, but they seem to have slowed down.
https://insideevs.com/news/745198/tesla-cybertrucks-piling-up-used/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Subaru’s electric SUV is significantly cheaper for the 2025 model year. Starting at under $39,000, the 2025 Subaru Solterra is up to $7,000 less than the 2024 model.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/subaru-solterra-getting-much-cheaper-2025/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Closing out this week’s Green Deals, we have a surprise flash sale through the weekend from Velotric on its Go 1 Utility e-bike that is now at a new $999 low, among the ongoing holiday sale offers on its other e-bikes. For short-distance commuters, we spotted the newer Gotrax GXL V2 Electric Scooter hitting a new $244 low alongside various other EVs from the brand at discounted rates. We then have Rad Power’s final phase of Christmas deals through the rest of the year, with the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike remaining at $1,299 while all of the brand’s newest models are getting free gear promotions. Lastly, we have a one-day only sale on the Greenworks 80V 20-inch Cordless Snow Blower kit for $300 until tonight. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s NIU e-scooter Christmas sale offers, the collection of Rexing EV charger adapters, and more.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/velotric-go-1-e-bike-rad-power-gotrax-greenworks-more/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
BMW M is known for its powerful gas-powered sports cars, but its upcoming all-electric model could pack an even bigger punch. The team has been testing a secret EV prototype, dubbed “Beast,” since 2018. A new video gives us a sneak peek at the BMW M Beast.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/bmw-m-shows-off-secret-beast-ev-sports-car-prototype-video/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Inside EVs News
InsideEVs has compiled five key tips to make sure all EV drivers have hassle-free charging sessions.
https://insideevs.com/news/745023/electric-car-ev-charging-etiquette/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
At 5,228 meters (17,152 feet) above sea level, phase two of the world’s highest-altitude solar plus storage project has begun generating power, setting a new benchmark for renewable energy in extreme conditions.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/worlds-highest-solar-storage-project-tibet/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla has found a problem with “cell denting” in some Cybertrucks and it is starting to change the battery packs. The automaker is even sending the trucks back to Gigafactory Texas to investigate and replace the packs.
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
The 2025 Nissan Ariya is now available with prices starting under $40,000. Nissan’s electric SUV offers up to nearly 300 miles range and can now charge up at Tesla Superchargers to make road trips effortless.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/nissan-launches-2025-ariya-suv-prices-starting-under-40000/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Rivian (RIVN) has reportedly agreed to a “secret” deal with the UAW as it works toward its next growth phase. The new agreement is contingent on the EV maker reaching profitability. Here’s what you need to know.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/rivian-rivn-agrees-secret-uaw-deal-heres-what-that-means/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla issued a new recall on a fleet of almost 700,000 vehicles, but fortunately, the fix is a simple over-the-air software update.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/20/tesla-issues-a-software-recall-on-almost-700000-vehicles/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Inside EVs News
The former Nissan-Renault chief isn’t staying quiet about the former’s potential merger with Honda. Plus: a Tesla recall, and Cybercabs in Austin?
https://insideevs.com/news/745166/carlos-ghosn-honda-nissan-cm/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time that includes Priority Bicycles launching the new Priority Current Plus, Segway going big on e-bikes in the US, California kicking off its e-bike vouchers, NYC may try to put license plates on e-bikes, Micromobility America 2024 coverage, and more.
date: 2024-12-20, from: Inside EVs News
Eleven months into 2024, Tesla is seeing a double-digit decrease in registrations.
https://insideevs.com/news/745119/tesla-sales-europe-2024/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Inside EVs News
Amazon’s Rivian EDV fleet in the U.S. has increased by roughly 33% in four months.
https://insideevs.com/news/745106/rivian-amazon-edv-delivery-update/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
On today’s energizing episode of Quick Charge, judges rule that Montana’s companies owe their kids a cleaner future, the Dacia Sandero looks set to overtake the Tesla Model Y in the European sales race, and a bunch of other stuff.
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Toyota just got a $4.5 million boost from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to make EV batteries more sustainable.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/toyota-gets-4-5m-doe-ev-batteries-more-sustainable/
date: 2024-12-20, from: Electrek Feed
Ampion Renewable Energy has brought five community solar farms in Maine online, adding nearly 25 megawatts (MW) of clean energy to the grid and generating over 28 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/five-solar-farms-come-online-in-maine/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Kia’s electric crossover SUV is getting major improvements for 2025. The updated Kia EV6 has more range, a Tesla NACS charging port, sleek new styling, and fun new features. Watch the video below to see how the new virtual gear shift feature works.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/check-out-kia-ev6s-new-virtual-gear-shift-feature-video/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Quebec, Canada’s second-largest province, passed a bill this week banning the sale of gasoline-powered light-duty vehicle starting in the 2035 model year – a timeline in line with the rest of the country’s ban, but the specifics of Quebec’s are even stronger.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/quebec-will-ban-gas-engines-in-cars-starting-in-2035-or-sooner/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
To win over the Mopar faithful, Dodge is about to lean on them actually experiencing the electric Charger Daytona.
https://insideevs.com/news/745071/dodge-charger-ev-skeptics-roadkill/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla is working with the City of Austin, the automaker’s new home, on deploying self-driving cars.
Now, Tesla simply needs to have self-driving cars.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/tesla-is-working-with-austin-on-deploying-self-driving-cars/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
2025 is shaping up to be a big year for solid-state batteries in EVs and SAIC-owned MG wants to be at the forefront.
https://insideevs.com/news/745068/mg-semi-solid-state-ev/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
In a significant boost for the US EV industry, Ford’s joint venture, BlueOval SK, has closed a $9.63 billion loan from the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loans Programs Office.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/ford-doe-loan-3-ev-battery-factories/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
The Honda Prologue was the third best-selling EV in the US last month, behind only the Tesla Model Y and Model 3. With over 25,000 models sold already this year, Honda’s electric SUV has been a surprise hit.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/hondas-prologue-already-third-best-selling-ev-us/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Single-seat eVTOL developer Jetson has once again become the first in its segment to do something. Well, sort of. The company recently shared footage of its founder and CTO piloting its flagship Jetson ONE eVTOL around 26-foot tall pylons to demonstrate the agility the aircraft can perform to enable full-fledged eVTOL races. Could we be seeing the early days of a new venture in motorsports?
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
NIO’s new Onvo EV brand is finally scheduled to arrive in its first European market in early 2025. The new lower-priced EV brand is expected to play a significant role as NIO looks for a bigger share of the global auto market.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/nios-low-cost-onvo-ev-arrive-first-european-market-2025/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
Considering the incentives that both dealers and GM are offering, the Equinox EV is incredibly affordable.
https://insideevs.com/news/745048/chevy-equinox-ev-lt-deals/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Leading today’s Green Deals is the latest Christmas sale that we spotted from NIU, with up to 42% being taken off its e-scooter lineup, like the KQi2 Pro Electric Kick Scooter that hit a new $379 2024 low. From there, we have a returning low price on Goal Zero’s Yeti 1500X Portable Power Station at $779, as well as a new low rate for Hoverfly’s entry-level H3 16-inch Folding e-bike down at $423. Lastly, we have two Rexing EV charger adapters and one extension cable for Tesla drivers/owners at up to $100 off and starting from $50. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Jackery Christmas flash sale that ends tonight, and more.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/niu-christmas-sale-goal-zero-hoverfly-rexing/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla has officially delivered its Tesla Semi electric trucks to a rare new customer, who confirmed the truck’s efficiency.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
China’s EV leaders are rapidly gaining market share from legacy automakers. And it’s not only in China. BYD and other Chinese EV makers are expanding overseas to drive growth. Facing a shrinking market share, legacy rivals are taking drastic measures to keep up.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/byd-takes-global-ev-market-by-storm-rivals-make-drastic-moves/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
If you’re looking to get from A to a reasonably distanced point B on a budget, a used Nissan Leaf could be an intriguing option.
https://insideevs.com/news/745015/nissan-leaf-used-buying-guide/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
There are still many questions surrounding the plausibility of full-fledged autonomous robotaxi operations around the world, but Waymo, one of the current leaders in the segment, is putting at least one stigma to rest. A new study conducted with the help of reinsurance provider Swiss Re used hundreds of thousands of liability claims to demonstrate that robotaxi vehicles using the Waymo Driver platform deliver significantly higher safety performance than vehicles operated by a human driver.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
There’s nothing worse than a weak cargo e-bike that struggles on hills and under heavy loads. That’s why Heybike ensured the deck was stacked in riders’ favor when they built the Heybike Hauler electric cargo bike. With a 1,400W peak-rated motor and 28 mph speeds, it sounded ready to rock n’ roll. And now that I’ve been testing one out for a while, here are my thoughts on the latest budget-oriented yet high-power family e-bike.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/heybike-hauler-review-a-1400w-electric-cargo-bike-for-the-family/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
The refreshed version of the world’s best-selling EV is expected to bring important changes and improvements.
https://insideevs.com/news/745040/tesla-model-y-juniper-january/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
European automotive sales numbers are out, and Tesla’s sales are down 13.7% year-to-date. It is driving the entire EV market down.
If you take Tesla out of the equation, the European EV market is up.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Unless Tesla pulls out a miracle in the final stretch, the Telsa Model Y very likely won’t take the lead as Europe’s best-selling vehicle this year. That honor looks to be going to an entirely different type of vehicle, the ICE hatchback Dacia Sandero.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Toyota vows to make owning an EV even more affordable, but with only one model available in the US, it’s not giving buyers many options. After another delay to its upcoming electric SUV, here’s when you can expect to see more Toyota EV models roll out.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/toyota-wants-more-affordable-evs-but-where-are-the-choices/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
Plus, Canoo is once again in trouble as it furloughs more workers and Subaru is betting big on a new hybrid plant.
https://insideevs.com/news/744929/2024-12-19-cm/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Chinese auto conglomerate GAC Group is delving further into sustainable air transportation with a new eVTOL-centric business venture called Govy. The company unveiled its flagship aircraft, the AirJet, during the announcement of the new brand. AirJet is GAC’s second “flying car” design in two years, but this iteration is more of a traditional eVTOL.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/gac-group-new-evtol-busines-unveils-flagship-model-airjet/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
Could this be the Robovan concept or something else?
https://insideevs.com/news/744880/tesla-robotaxi-additional-form-factors/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
BMW is expanding an innovative process for reclaiming and reusing EV raw materials in building a brand-new €10 million ($10.4 million) cell recycling center. The new German plant will work to radically slash costs in building EVs and push the company closer to a closed-loop battery cell production.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
A new Bloomberg report cites that Volkswagen may in fact be working on a deal to keep its factories in Germany open.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/19/volkswagen-may-not-close-its-germany-factories-after-all/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Archer Aviation announced it has completed construction of a new 400,000 square-foot eVTOL manufacturing facility in Georgia and is already implementing tooling to begin building its proprietary Midnight aircraft in early 2025. Longtime partner Stellantis assisted in the development of the new facility, and Archer will look to the global OEM to help it scale eVTOL production in the US through the end of the decade.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
Netflix is still unavailable, but owners can use other apps like Disney+ and Max to cast videos to their vehicle’s screen.
https://insideevs.com/news/744996/rivian-r1s-r1t-youtube-google-cast-sirius-xm/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
California finally got its act together this month, rolling out an electric bike incentive program yesterday that had been in the works for years. But while the noble program was designed to help low-income riders afford a sustainable, independent form of longer-range transportation, it was exhausted in less than an hour and left many more people frustrated with its inaccessibility.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
Hybrids increased their market share once again, while gas- and diesel-powered cars continued their decline.
https://insideevs.com/news/744949/ev-sales-europe-november-2024/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
The refreshed Model Y, codenamed Juniper, expected to have similar features as the refreshed “Highland” Model 3, is will start mass production in China next month, according to local media.
date: 2024-12-19, from: Inside EVs News
The boxy electric crossover will go into production in 2026 alongside a wedge-shaped sedan.
https://insideevs.com/news/744801/honda-0-series-suv-teaser/
date: 2024-12-19, from: Electrek Feed
Honda announced it will be back at CES this year, unveiling the next phase of its new 0 Series line of EVs. At this year’s event in Las Vegas, Honda intends to unveil two prototype EVs based on the concepts that debuted a year prior. This will be our next look at Honda’s 0 Series progress as it looks to bring these two initial models to market in 2026.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/honda-0-series-ev-prototypes-unveilet-ces-hit-global-market-2026/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Jaguar’s radical new EV has been the center of attention over the past few weeks. For better or worse, the British automaker is plowing ahead with plans to turn sales around with a new lineup of ultra-luxury electric models. As it prepares for a new era, Jaguar’s first EV, an electric 4-door GT, was just spotted in public. Check out the video of the controversial model below.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/jaguars-controversial-200k-ev-spotted-out-in-public-video/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Walmart is working with community solar developer and operator Nexamp to build 31 community solar farms across the US.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/walmart-nexamp-31-solar-farms-5-states/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
A youth-led climate lawsuit won another historic decision today, with the Montana Supreme Court upholding a 2023 ruling that the state must consider climate change and environmental protections in the approval process for new energy projects.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/historic-montana-youth-climate-lawsuit-upheld-by-state-supreme-court/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Cadillac’s new three-row electric SUV is almost here. As the Escalade IQ’s smaller sibling, the Cadillac Vistiq starts at under $80,000, but prices for higher trim options can reach upwards of $100,000.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/cadillac-vistiq-prices-start-under-80000-but-trims-get-pricey/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
In the waning days of a Biden Administration which has been marked by huge progress on clean air and EV policy, the US government has approved California’s emissions rules which would end gas-only car sales within the state by 2035.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/californias-ev-rules-are-a-okay-epa-sources-say/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
AutoPacific found that about half of all three-row crossover and SUV buyers would consider buying an EV.
https://insideevs.com/news/744906/ev-three-row-crossover-study/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Toyota just got a $4.5 million boost from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to make EV batteries more sustainable.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/toyota-gets-4-5m-doe-ev-batteries-more-sustainable/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
You can now lease a Fiat 500e for zero down and zero dollars a month before taxes – or, well, at least some customers can.
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla’s head of Gigafactory Shanghai, Song Gang, who is behind a lot of the automaker’s manufacturing success, confirmed that he left the company.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/teslas-head-of-giga-shanghai-has-left-the-building/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
Eleven other states follow California’s emissions rules, which means a large part of the U.S. could be EV or PHEV only next decade.
https://insideevs.com/news/744899/california-gas-car-ban-approved/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Today’s Green Deals are bringing you a short-term Christmas flash sale from Jackery through tomorrow, December 19, with up to $3,500 taken off the brand’s power stations and bundles, like the latest Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station that is down at $899. We just spotted some new low prices on Worx’s Landroid M 20V and L 20V Robotic Lawn Mowers for yards of 1/4 acre or 1/2 acre in size, starting from $535. There’s also Trek’s Holiday sale that has a solid mix of affordable and high-end e-bikes at discounted rates, like the Dual Sport+ 2 hybrid lightweight e-bike at $1,750. And for folks wanting to add some smart tech to their gardens, you’ll find Rachio’s popular Smart Hose Timer with a Wi-Fi hub down at $75, beating out its Black Friday pricing. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Christmas deals on Vvolt e-bikes with extra batteries, EcoFlow power stations, and more.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/jackery-christmas-flash-sale-worx-trek-rachio-more/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
After it was spotted for the first time in public, BYD’s new electric sports car looks ready to take on the Porsche 911. With influence from former Lamborghini and Audi designer Wolfgang Egger, the new EV sports car is almost ready for its big debut.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/byds-new-ev-sports-car-coming-for-porsche-911/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
This sighting is one of many, and the car is still lightly camouflaged.
https://insideevs.com/news/744569/tesla-model-y-juniper-update-spotted-video/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
Ram will open orders for the Ramcharger pickup in the first half of 2025.
https://insideevs.com/news/744905/ram-1500-ramcharger-rev-delay/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Ford is struggling to stay afloat in Europe. The company is restructuring its business overseas with plans to drastically reduce its workforce. With slowing orders and weak demand for its EVs, many doubt Ford’s future in the region. A new survey underlines “how strong the doubts about Ford’s future viability in the European car market” are.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/fords-future-looks-bleak-europe-ev-woes-worsen/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Stellantis has announced that it is pushing ahead the launch of its range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger before the release of the Ram 1500 REV, the automaker’s first BEV light-duty pickup truck. The Ram brand originally planned to launch the Ram 1500 BEV in the first half of 2025.
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
I’m a bit of a bike lock collector. After having my favorite e-bike stolen a few years ago (as well as several less favorite bikes stolen over the years), I’ve gotten much more serious about security. After testing the LITELOK X1, I can tell you that this lock is so overbuilt that I even use it on my electric scooters and motorcycles.
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
We are just days away from Chinese EV automaker NIO’s annual NIO Day event, which has already promised some big reveals, including the long-teased ET9 and the first model under its new FireFly sub-brand. As an appetizer, NIO has shared the first un-camouflaged images of the ET9 and its official FireFly logo.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/nio-teases-et9-images-firefly-brand-logo-launches-nio-day-2024/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
We knew Honda and Nissan were entering into a technical partnership. Now a merger may be in the cards to save a struggling Nissan.
https://insideevs.com/news/744875/honda-nissan-charging-cm/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
The world’s leading EV battery maker wants to make gas stations a thing of the past. On Wednesday, CATL revealed ambitious plans to expand its EV battery swap network with ten new models. By swapping batteries, EV drivers can get a fully charged pack within two minutes. That’s even quicker than filling up your gas tank.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/catl-to-phase-out-gas-stations-big-ev-battery-swap-plans/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla is looking to hire a new product communication manager, and the job description hints that a PR department might finally be coming back.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/tesla-looks-for-new-comms-manager-is-a-pr-dept-coming-back/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
California’s new building codes will require EV chargers in most new overnight parking spots starting in 2026, going a big way towards solving the only actual problem with EVs.
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
Commercial freight EV and autonomous driving developer Einride continues to expand its operations globally. Today, the company announced the launch of the first daily commercial operations of its proprietary autonomous trucks in Europe, delivering goods for a pharmacy e-retailer.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/einride-deploys-first-daily-operations-autonomous-trucks-europe/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
General Motors (GM) and EV charging network ChargePoint announced they are joining efforts to install hundreds of ultra-fast EV charging ports across the US. Additionally, those new chargers will include ChargePoint’s recently released Omni Port technology, enabling both NACS- and CCS-equipped EVs to charge seamlessly.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/chargepoint-gm-energy-to-deploy-500-ev-fast-chargers-omni-port/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
In a brazen operation pulled off by Ukrainian security forces, Russian Lt. Gen. Igor Anatolyevich Kirillov was assassinated in the Russian capital with what appears to be a weaponized electric kickscooter.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/18/how-ukraine-assassinated-a-russian-general-with-an-electric-scooter/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
Lucid’s CEO said the EV manufacturer is in talks with “a couple” of automakers. One of them could be Hyundai’s Genesis.
https://insideevs.com/news/744828/lucid-more-oem-partners-wanted/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Inside EVs News
The refreshed EV is the only large SUV to get the coveted safety rating this year.
https://insideevs.com/news/744838/2025-rivian-r1s-top-safety-pick-plus-iihs-rating/
date: 2024-12-18, from: Electrek Feed
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, the Trump administration has lost its first battle against state’s rights in California while Tesla faces down (what it’s calling) a union coup in Germany. Meanwhile, SoCal Edison puts 280 Chevy Silverado EV pickups to work on California’s roads and Colorado is putting up a bunch of new DC fast chargers.
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Lucid’s luxury EV just got the Shaq treatment. A Lucid Air was converted into a slick two-door model so that Shaq could fit inside. Check out the custom electric car below.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/check-out-this-custom-lucid-air-designed-so-7-foot-shaq-can-fit/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
This Geely-owned, Chinese brand has big plans for Europe.
https://insideevs.com/news/744747/zeekr-7x-europe-pricing/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Tensions are rising at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin as the automaker accuses a local union of a coup against the head of its workers’ council.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/tesla-accuses-union-of-coup-at-giga-berlin-as-tensions-rise/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
Well, this is a little embarrassing.
https://insideevs.com/news/744640/dodge-charger-daytona-cant-burnout/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Mingyang Smart Energy’s huge 16.6 megawatt (MW) OceanX, with its double-turbine, “V”-shaped floating wind platform, has begun operations.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/worlds-largest-single-capacity-floating-wind-platform-two-turbines/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
GM issued a recall on the 2025 Chevy Equinox EV because it doesn’t make enough noise when traveling at low speeds. EVs are quiet already, but with a faulty pedestrian alert system, the electric Equinox may not produce enough sound to alert those nearby. Here’s the fix.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/gm-recalls-2025-chevy-equinox-ev-because-its-too-quiet/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
It’s nice to see a cheap car winning.
https://insideevs.com/news/744749/nissan-sakura-review/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Cambridge, Massachusetts, has signed the largest-ever virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) by a US city to help build a utility-scale solar farm in Illinois.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/cambridge-new-solar-vppa-is-the-largest-ever-by-any-us-city/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
“People buy cars for their design and interior. Powertrain is about 13th on the list,” said Rawdon Glover, Jaguar’s managing director.
https://insideevs.com/news/744715/jaguar-new-ev-podcast-ownership-experience/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Starting off today’s Green Deals is Vvolt’s Holiday sale that is giving hopeful e-bike riders up to $1,100 in savings on three of its e-bikes with free extra batteries too, with the biggest savings on the Centauri SE Commuter e-bike with the doubled mileage that takes things down to the $2,599 low. We’ve also got an updated holiday sale from EcoFlow that has switched into the second phase of its Christmas savings with an added 5% sitewide discount that drops the brand’s DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station to a new $617 low, among others. The backup power savings don’t stop there, as we also have Jackery’s Explorer 700 Plus Portable Power Station hitting a new $299 low, as well as Goal Zero’s Venture 9,600mAh and 19,200mAh solar-charging power banks at their lowest rates starting from $52. Bringing up the rear is a one-day only first-time discount on Greenworks’ 80V 20-inch Snow Blower and 12-inch Snow Shovel Winter Combo Kit at $522. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX Christmas sale, and more.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/vvolt-e-bike-holiday-sale-ecoflow-jackery-more/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Japanese automakers are taking drastic measures to keep pace with Tesla and Chinese EV leaders like BYD. Honda and Nissan are now closing in on an EV merger to join resources and fend off the incoming competition. The tie-up will likely involve a third auto partner from Japan.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/honda-nissan-close-in-ev-merger-survive-industry-shift/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla is finally wide-releasing Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised v13 to vehicles with Hardware 4 computers. CEO Elon Musk commented on the release with a familiar comment: “Your mind will be blown,” again.
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
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
https://insideevs.com/news/744613/tesla-model-s-lifetime-supercharging/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
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.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/byd-enters-humanoid-robot-race-global-talent-search-kicks-off/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
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.
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
Toyota’s sole U.S. electric vehicle is up to $6,000 less expensive for 2025.
https://insideevs.com/news/744726/2025-toyota-bz4x-pricing-specs/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
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.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/ac-future-shares-final-design-ai-transformable-home-rv-debut-ces/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
Plus, automakers slash EV prices to meet EU targets and Mercedes reflects on its shrinking market share in China.
https://insideevs.com/news/744636/trump-ev-policy-changes-2025/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
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.
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR is returning to Las Vegas this January to showcase its EV technology in the US during the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). ZEEKR intends to showcase three of its most popular all-electric models before unveiling some new core technologies and discussing its plans for the global EV market.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/zeekr-display-evs-ces-2025-unveil-new-tech-global-market-strategy/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Toyota’s electric SUV is getting even cheaper in 2025. Despite adding new features, 2025 Toyota bZ4 prices start at $6,000 less than the current model. For the first time, the bZ4X will also be available in a stealthy new Nightshade edition. Check out the new EV below.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/toyota-cuts-2025-bz4x-prices-by-6000-adds-stealthy-new-trim/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
Honda says the hybrid coupe will bring the fun back to driving with S+ Shift. And Americans won’t be missing out.
https://insideevs.com/news/744630/honda-prelude-confirmed-producton-coupe/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
It sounds like a glitch in The Matrix, but there’s a logical explanation.
https://insideevs.com/news/744704/fisker-sold-more-evs-volkswagen-october-usa/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Last week, we shared the news of California’s long-awaited electric bicycle rebate program finally preparing to kick off in the Golden State. The rebate program opens to the public tomorrow, and here’s how you can try and snag up to $2,000 to buy your own e-bike.
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Alphabet’s autonomous driving unit Waymo is going overseas for the first time and testing its tech in Japan. In early 2025, the company will begin testing its Jaguar I-PACE vehicles in Tokyo, with plans to stay in the region for the foreseeable future.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/waymo-to-launch-robotaxis-in-tokyo-in-early-2025/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Inside EVs News
It’s not a scam, even if it sounds too good to be true.
https://insideevs.com/news/744664/fiat-500e-0-lease/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, it’s bad news for Tesla as the nonexistent demand for its Foundation Series Cybertruck models leads Musk to desperate tactics. Meanwhile, the company’s new AI4 computers have major safety concerns, and Trump is moving to kill EV tax credits.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/cybertruck-gets-un-founded-tesla-computers-fail-a-trump-has-a-plan/
date: 2024-12-17, from: Electrek Feed
Colorado and ChargePoint have completed the EV Fast-Charging Corridors program, adding DC fast chargers across six highway corridors.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/colorado-state-ev-fast-charger-program-33-highway-sites/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
The US Supreme Court today rejected a bid by Ohio and other states to stop California from implementing its own clean air rules, a legal right that California has had since the ’60s, which Donald Trump has repeatedly tried and failed to remove.
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Volvo’s most affordable EV, the EX30, already has up to $9,000 in discounts with US deliveries just around the corner. However, with some limitations, the Volvo EX30 could face stiff competition with better deals on Tesla, Kia, and Toyota electric models.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/volvos-most-affordable-ev-arrive-9000-discounts/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) has approved Vista Sands Solar Farm, which will become the most powerful solar farm in the state.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/wisconsin-most-powerful-solar-farm-just-got-approved/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
An affordable EV with solid-state batteries? MG Motor is launching a new semi-solid-state battery-powered EV next year, claiming “the price is not expensive.” Here’s what you can expect.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/new-semi-solid-state-battery-ev-launching-2025/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
When you’re a 7’1’’ former NBA player, normal-sized car doors just don’t cut it.
https://insideevs.com/news/744608/shaq-lucid-air-coupe-custom/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Mercedes is preparing to reveal what’s expected to be its most important EV in just a few months. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV will “set standards” in terms of range, efficiency, and charging. According to the engineers, the new EV can travel nearly 800 miles (1,270 km) with two 10-minute charging stops. Here’s what you can expect from the “one-liter” electric car.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/mercedes-benz-cla-ev-gets-800-miles-range-20-min-charging/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
Kyle Conner from Out of Spec has many issues with the new electric Dodge Charger Daytona.
https://insideevs.com/news/744580/dodge-charger-daytona-ev-review/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Today’s Green Deals is led by the long-awaited Anker SOLIX Christmas sale that is taking up to 50% off the brand’s lineup of power stations, bundles, and accessories – with the F2000 Portable Power Station for home appliance back up and traveling support down at $1,199, with other deals starting from $99. Next, we have Murf’s 20% off sitewide holiday sale dropping the Higgs Fat-Tire e-bike to a new $1,916 low, among others. There are a bunch of notable Greenworks tool deals coming from Amazon, with the tree-felling 80V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw returning to its $224 low. Lastly, Govee’s new Smart Electric Composter is ready to support your green thumb with low-cost fertilizer at $265. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like last week’s four exclusive Vanpowers e-bike lows, the latest EV and power station holiday sales, and more.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/anker-solix-christmas-sale-murf-greenworks-govee/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Brand-new Tesla vehicles are experiencing self-driving computer failures, which are resulting in significant problems. Inside sources say that the problem is contributing to overwhelming Tesla’s service.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/tesla-major-issue-self-driving-computer-inside-new-cars/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
The Onvo L60 can swap its batteries for fresh ones far quicker than any DC fast charger.
https://insideevs.com/news/743429/onvo-l60-swap-video-battery/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV looks to be in line for an XRT upgrade. The Hyundai IONIQ 9 was spotted for the first time with rugged new XRT-like design elements. Check out the new photos that just surfaced below.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/hyundai-ioniq-9-suv-spotted-with-new-xrt-like-design-images/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
The Trump transition team has fleshed out its plan to slash electric vehicle incentives and funding, which would result in a significant slowdown of the US EV market.
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Chinese EV automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) continues demonstrating why it should be a name on your radar. The veteran company announced a significant milestone this month, sharing that its largest EV production facility in China has produced one million BYD vehicles this year for the first time ever. This stat is from one plant, not BYD’s global annual production tally. BYD is coming.
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
A Mercedes-Benz engineer tells us how the learnings from the record-breaking EQXX led to the upcoming CLA sedan.
https://insideevs.com/news/744433/mercedes-cla-eqxx-technology/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
BYD’s cheapest EV model, the Seagull, outsold every car in China last month, even gas-powered models. Starting at around $10,000, over 56,000 BYD Seagull EV models were sold in November alone. With sales surging, the low-cost EV took back the best-selling car title from the Tesla Model Y in China last month.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/byd-10000-seagull-ev-outsells-all-cars-china-gas-models-too/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Over the years I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing a wide range of products designed to help people make their lives easier, greener, and hopefully more fun, too. As the year winds to a close, here’s a look back on the reviews that viewers liked the most, voted on by your clicks. These are the e-bikes, e-motorcycles, and e-products whose reviews had the highest views of the year.
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
The green spinoff of Euro NCAP says it “is a reason for Tesla engineers to be proud of their achievement.”
https://insideevs.com/news/744461/tesla-model3-green-ncap-rating/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
Plus, the auto industry closes out 2024 with a nasty “hangover” after riding high during the pandemic.
https://insideevs.com/news/744467/gm-cruise-cm-sales-december/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Three months after ZEEKR launched its new 7X SUX in China, the EV automaker has opened up sales in select markets in Europe, its third model in the region. The ZEEKR 7X will start below 53,000 Euros, and early European customers can take advantage of free upgrade packages.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/zeekr-opens-sales-7x-suv-europe-starting-below-53000-euros/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Italian sportscar brand Lamborghini says it is pushing back plans for its first BEV model to the far-away year of 2029.
date: 2024-12-16, from: Electrek Feed
Starting in January, BMW will fill up all new diesel models it builds in Germany with HVO 100 hydrotreated vegetable oil.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/16/bmw-is-now-filling-up-its-new-diesel-cars-with-vegetable-oil/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
GM, Hyundai, Honda and Rivian had at least one model on the list of best-selling EVs. Tesla had three.
https://insideevs.com/news/744553/ev-registrations-usa-october-2024/
date: 2024-12-16, from: Inside EVs News
Limited-edition Foundation Series models are piling up in inventory across the country.
https://insideevs.com/news/744506/tesla-cybertruck-foundation-series-inventory/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Electrek Feed
MAN Truck & Bus reached another milestone on its path towards decarbonization by delivering its first regular production Ultra Low Liner eTGX electric semi truck to international logistics service provider Duvenbeck – who plan to add over 100 more such trucks to its fleet in total. (!)
https://electrek.co/2024/12/15/man-delivers-first-production-etgx-electric-semi-trucks-to-duvenbeck/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla has announced that it is bringing back free Supercharging for life, an incentive abandoned long ago, to move some Model S cars at the end of the quarter.
date: 2024-12-15, from: Electrek Feed
New England energy company Avangrid announced plans to purchase 130 new diesel-electric hybrid bucket trucks as part of a larger procurement plan to electrify the utility service fleets of its subsidiary companies.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/15/avangrid-set-to-add-130-new-hybrid-bucket-trucks-to-utility-fleet/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Inside EVs News
Auto executives are obsessed with the Xiaomi SU7. Lucid’s head engineer liked it too.
https://insideevs.com/news/744400/xiaomi-su7-lucid-chief-engineer/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Inside EVs News
The Biden administration may land a huge win for EVs next week as it’s reportedly finalizing California’s 2035 gas car sales ban.
https://insideevs.com/news/744407/ev-california-gas-car-sales-ban-2035/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Electrek Feed
It may not have a turbocharged engine where the back seat should be, but the aesthetic – the aesthetic is there, and the performance is undeniable. Meet the all-new Renault 5 Turbo 3E, a car its makers hope becomes a new French performance icon for the electric era.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/15/renault-5-electric-hot-hatch-gets-a-whole-lot-hotter-r5-turbo-3e/
date: 2024-12-15, from: Electrek Feed
Labatt Breweries of Canada is adding ten new Volvo VNR Electric semi trucks to its transport fleet, marking a major sustainability milestone by hauling Labatt’s beer and ready-to-drink-beverage portfolio from distribution centers in Bois-des-Filion to customers in Montreal.
date: 2024-12-14, from: Inside EVs News
There’s even a whiff of Cadillac about its design, which makes this something like a European Lyriq.
https://insideevs.com/news/744378/ds-no8-flagship-french-ev/
date: 2024-12-14, from: Electrek Feed
Tesla is turning some of its Foundation Series Cybertrucks into regular Cybertrucks to sell them and sending hundreds of US Cybertrucks to be homologated in Canada as it is having issues selling them in the US.
date: 2024-12-14, from: Inside EVs News
We talked to Lucid chief engineer Eric Bach about the start of Gravity production and what comes next.
https://insideevs.com/news/744393/lucid-gravity-production-eric-bach/
date: 2024-12-14, from: Electrek Feed
Just two years ago, 10% electric equipment operation seemed like an ambitious target for Sweden’s pioneering, fossil-free construction site. Last week, the site reached a 50% all-electric threshold with the addition of a new, Volvo L120H Electric Conversion wheel loader.
date: 2024-12-14, from: Inside EVs News
This is the highest-mileage Cybertruck in the world, supposedly.
https://insideevs.com/news/744191/tesla-cybertruck-50000-miles-issues-costs/
date: 2024-12-14, from: Electrek Feed
Just when you thought it was safe to count out hydrogen as a viable competitor to battery-electric power in the North American medium– and heavy-duty trucking space, the new Hyundai XCIENT HFCEV Class 8 semi truck arrives in Georgia — and immediately gets to work.
date: 2024-12-14, from: Electrek Feed
California utility SoCal Edison, one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, is helping reduce its own carbon footprint by adding 280 Chevrolet Silverado electric pickup trucks to its service fleet — part of a larger strategy to transition its entire vehicle fleet to electric by 2030.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/14/socal-edison-adds-280-chevy-silverado-ev-trucks-to-service-fleet/
date: 2024-12-14, from: Electrek Feed
The US government is ready to approve California’s emissions rules which would end gas-only car sales within the state by 2035, according to a report by the Washington Post.
https://electrek.co/2024/12/13/californias-ev-rules-are-a-okay-epa-sources-say/