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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar

Octopus Energy reported that its heat pump orders more than doubled in March compared to February, while sales of solar power systems increased by almost 80%. This trend reflects a growing consumer shift towards renewable energy solutions.
Environment
European startups
fromTNW | Battery
7 hours ago

UK startup Altilium bags 18.5m to build Britain's first commercial EV battery refinery

Altilium secures £18.5 million to build the UK's first commercial refinery for recycling EV batteries, creating 70 jobs and reducing carbon emissions.
#tesla
Cars
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Tesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV

Tesla is developing a smaller, less expensive electric SUV, distinct from existing models, while considering a driverless option.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
12 hours ago

Tesla's Semi truck factory is open with a detail that changes everything

Tesla is ramping up production of the Semi truck to 50,000 units per year from a new factory in Nevada, leveraging vertical integration for efficiency.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla is using a redesigned Cybertruck battery cell to mitigate Semi challenges

Tesla is using redesigned Cybertruck battery cells in its Long Range Semi to address challenges in long-haul logistics.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Tesla's 'Death Cross' Flashed Again. Should Investors Just Tune It Out?

U.S. gasoline prices rose above $4 a gallon, while Tesla shares experienced a 'death cross' indicating potential bearish momentum.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Tesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV

Tesla is developing a smaller, less expensive electric SUV, distinct from existing models, while considering a driverless option.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla developing small, affordable SUV, report claims

Tesla is reportedly developing a smaller, affordable SUV, but skepticism exists due to past decisions and CEO Elon Musk's statements.
fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago

Battery recycler Ascend Elements files for bankruptcy | TechCrunch

Ascend Elements has started Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S., a heavy blow to investors who had sunk nearly $900 million into the company.
European startups
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
23 hours ago

Trump's gift to China: a booming market for cheap, state-of-the-art EVs amid the Iran War | Fortune

China's passenger car exports surged 82.4% in March, driven by increased overseas market efforts and a rise in new energy vehicle exports.
#mercedes-benz
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Mercedes Finally Has Better EV Numbers. But One Market Ruined The Quarter

Mercedes' EV sales increased by 11% in Q1 despite a 6% drop in overall global sales, driven by strong performance in Europe and the U.S.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,500 G-Class EVs Over Loose Wheel Bolts

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3,734 G-Class electric SUVs due to potential loosening wheel bolts that may cause wheels to fall off.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Mercedes Finally Has Better EV Numbers. But One Market Ruined The Quarter

Mercedes' EV sales increased by 11% in Q1 despite a 6% drop in overall global sales, driven by strong performance in Europe and the U.S.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Mercedes Recalls Over 3,500 G-Class EVs Over Loose Wheel Bolts

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3,734 G-Class electric SUVs due to potential loosening wheel bolts that may cause wheels to fall off.
#hyundai
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Hyundai's Ioniq Brand For China Debuts With Two Daring Concepts

Hyundai will launch unique Ioniq EV models in China, featuring planet names and distinct designs, separate from existing global models.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Still Crushing It

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 achieved significant sales growth in Q1, outperforming competitors in the American EV market despite overall declines.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Hyundai's Ioniq Brand For China Debuts With Two Daring Concepts

Hyundai will launch unique Ioniq EV models in China, featuring planet names and distinct designs, separate from existing global models.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Still Crushing It

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 achieved significant sales growth in Q1, outperforming competitors in the American EV market despite overall declines.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

JLR battery plant lands 380m as government unveils 700m EV package

Jaguar Land Rover's gigafactory in Somerset receives a £380 million grant to boost electric vehicle manufacturing and support the supply chain.
#automotive-industry
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago
Cars

I finally sat in the Bezos-backed Slate truck. It's designed to be unfinished.

Slate aims to disrupt the automotive market with a simplified electric pickup truck that emphasizes customization and affordability.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

EV bloodbath: US sales plunge as Tesla tightens its grip

US electric-vehicle market sales dropped 27% in Q1 2026, highlighting the challenges faced by automakers without federal incentives.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Honda Scraps Plans for E.V.s While Start-Ups Forge Ahead

Traditional automakers are retreating from electric vehicles while start-ups like Rivian and Lucid advance with affordable models.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

Crank Windows And No Radio: Why Slate And Dodge's Cheap EVs May Be Far More Spartan Than Chinese Ones

American automakers are focusing on cheaper EVs by stripping features rather than innovating technology or manufacturing processes.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I finally sat in the Bezos-backed Slate truck. It's designed to be unfinished.

Slate aims to disrupt the automotive market with a simplified electric pickup truck that emphasizes customization and affordability.
#byd
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

BYD's Ridiculously Quick Charging Tech Just Hit Europe. But The Car Isn't Cheap.

BYD launched the Denza Z9GT in Europe, its first Flash charging EV, capable of rapid recharging in under 10 minutes.
#kia
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Is Here. The SUV Will Get Even More Electric In 2029 With An EREV Option

Kia will launch two extended-range electric vehicles in the U.S. by 2030, including a pickup and an updated Telluride SUV.
European startups
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
2 days ago

Kia cuts EV target, confirms electric pickup, and plans to put Atlas robots in its Georgia factories

Kia adjusts its 2030 EV target down to 1 million units while expanding hybrid offerings and investing heavily in technology and robotics.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Is Here. The SUV Will Get Even More Electric In 2029 With An EREV Option

Kia will launch two extended-range electric vehicles in the U.S. by 2030, including a pickup and an updated Telluride SUV.
European startups
fromTNW | Corporates-Innovation
2 days ago

Kia cuts EV target, confirms electric pickup, and plans to put Atlas robots in its Georgia factories

Kia adjusts its 2030 EV target down to 1 million units while expanding hybrid offerings and investing heavily in technology and robotics.
#volkswagen
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs | TechCrunch

Volkswagen will cease ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on high-volume vehicles like the gas-powered Atlas SUV.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Volkswagen ends US production of its EV, citing market's 'unpredictability'

Volkswagen is shifting focus from electric vehicles to gas-powered SUVs in the US, ending ID.4 production in Tennessee by mid-April.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Volkswagen Is Killing The ID.4 In the U.S. Its Plant Will Make More Gas SUVs Instead

Volkswagen is ceasing ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on gas-powered Atlas models due to market challenges and profitability concerns.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Isn't On PauseAnd It Could Get A Camping Version, VW CEO Says

Volkswagen will skip the 2026 model year for the ID. Buzz in the U.S., moving directly to the 2027 model.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Volkswagen drops all-electric ID.4 in the US in pivot back to gas SUVs | TechCrunch

Volkswagen will cease ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on high-volume vehicles like the gas-powered Atlas SUV.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Volkswagen ends US production of its EV, citing market's 'unpredictability'

Volkswagen is shifting focus from electric vehicles to gas-powered SUVs in the US, ending ID.4 production in Tennessee by mid-April.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Volkswagen Is Killing The ID.4 In the U.S. Its Plant Will Make More Gas SUVs Instead

Volkswagen is ceasing ID.4 production in the U.S. to focus on gas-powered Atlas models due to market challenges and profitability concerns.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Isn't On PauseAnd It Could Get A Camping Version, VW CEO Says

Volkswagen will skip the 2026 model year for the ID. Buzz in the U.S., moving directly to the 2027 model.
#rivian
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Price Prediction: Rivian Stock Eyes Comeback After 2026 Slump

Rivian's stock is currently at $14.94, with a price target of $19.74, indicating a potential 32.1% upside.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

Rivian's EV sales increased by 20%, surpassing Ford's sales, which declined by 70% in the first quarter.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Price Prediction: Rivian Stock Eyes Comeback After 2026 Slump

Rivian's stock is currently at $14.94, with a price target of $19.74, indicating a potential 32.1% upside.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The EV Torch Has Passed: Rivian Just Outsold Ford In EV Sales

Rivian's EV sales increased by 20%, surpassing Ford's sales, which declined by 70% in the first quarter.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian's sales are up

Rivian reports strong Q1 2026 sales and production growth, anticipating a historic year despite previous challenges and market competition.
#polestar
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Polestar Just Had Its Best First Quarter Ever

Polestar achieved record first-quarter sales in 2026, selling 13,126 cars globally, a 7% increase from the previous year.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Polestar Offers Tesla Owners $21,000 Discount To Switch To Polestar 3 This April

Polestar is offering significant discounts on the 2025 Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 for Tesla owners, with savings up to $21,000.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

Polestar's Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Polestar 3 will be exclusively manufactured in South Carolina, ending Chinese production to avoid import tariffs and streamline operations.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

Polestar Just Had Its Best First Quarter Ever

Polestar achieved record first-quarter sales in 2026, selling 13,126 cars globally, a 7% increase from the previous year.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Polestar Offers Tesla Owners $21,000 Discount To Switch To Polestar 3 This April

Polestar is offering significant discounts on the 2025 Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 for Tesla owners, with savings up to $21,000.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
5 days ago

Polestar's Largest EV Will Be Made Exclusively In The U.S.

Polestar 3 will be exclusively manufactured in South Carolina, ending Chinese production to avoid import tariffs and streamline operations.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago

Next-generation battery packs announced in Microvast-Iveco Group partnership expansion - Sustainable Bus

Microvast and Iveco Group are expanding their partnership to develop next-generation battery technologies for commercial vehicles.
Alternative transportation
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

There's Finally A U.S. Alternative To Chinese 'Megawatt' Chargers. But It Has One Big Issue: Worse Cars

Alpitronic's HYC1000 megawatt chargers enable ultra-fast EV charging, significantly reducing charging time and supporting various cable standards.
#ford
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago
Cars

How Ford Is Reinventing Itself as an AI Infrastructure Play After Its EV Stumble

Ford's $10.70 billion impairment charge marks a significant shift towards industrial infrastructure, focusing on software, commercial fleets, and battery energy storage.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

How Ford Is Reinventing Itself as an AI Infrastructure Play After Its EV Stumble

Ford's $10.70 billion impairment charge marks a significant shift towards industrial infrastructure, focusing on software, commercial fleets, and battery energy storage.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Ford's CEO Says An Affordable Tesla Model 3, Model Y Rival Is Coming

Ford plans to launch affordable EVs to compete with Tesla's Model Y and Model 3, utilizing a new Universal Electric Vehicle platform.
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

The Next BMW i7 Will Get Its Batteries From An Unexpected Source

Together, we developed a high-voltage battery system that unlocks the full potential of the new cylindrical cells in record time, delivering significant improvements in energy, range, and charging performance.
Cars
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

This New Electric Car Nearly Fills Its Battery In Under 9 Minutes

Lynk & Co 10+ charges at over 1.1 megawatts, achieving 10-97% in under 9 minutes, showcasing rapid advancements in electric vehicle charging in China.
#rivian-automotive
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Rivian Tumbles 5% After U.S. Sales Plunge 26%, With R2 Launch and April 30 Earnings in Focus

Rivian Automotive shares fell 5% due to a 26.5% decline in U.S. vehicle sales, reflecting broader challenges in the EV market.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

DA Davidson Upgrades Rivian From Underperform - Here's What Still Has to Go Right

DA Davidson upgraded Rivian Automotive to Neutral from Underperform, citing valuation after a significant stock pullback.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Rivian Tumbles 5% After U.S. Sales Plunge 26%, With R2 Launch and April 30 Earnings in Focus

Rivian Automotive shares fell 5% due to a 26.5% decline in U.S. vehicle sales, reflecting broader challenges in the EV market.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

DA Davidson Upgrades Rivian From Underperform - Here's What Still Has to Go Right

DA Davidson upgraded Rivian Automotive to Neutral from Underperform, citing valuation after a significant stock pullback.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Drive slower, go electric, don't drive at all? Americans weigh options for saving gas

The key to getting the most miles out of each gallon is driving efficiently. That means smooth acceleration, soft braking and slowing down. Cars tend to be the most fuel efficient when driven at about 50 miles per hour.
US news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Electric car sales hit record high as fuel prices soar - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

With a wave of new models, deeper discounts and lower running costs, more buyers are starting to see EVs as a way to take control of their energy costs.
Europe news
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

NextStar's South Korean parent company flags 1st quarter operating loss on weak EV demand | CBC News

LG Energy Solution expects a first-quarter operating loss due to weaker demand from electric vehicle makers.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

New Rivian R2 Specs: How a Standard Heat Pump Pushed Range to 335 Miles

The 2027 Rivian R2 Performance outperforms the Tesla Model Y in efficiency and range, achieving 335 miles on a full charge.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.
#kia-ev3
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

How The Kia EV3 Delivers 320 Miles Of Range Without Looking Like A Bar Of Soap

Kia's EV3 offers over 320 miles of range with a boxy design, challenging traditional aerodynamic EV shapes.
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago
Cars

The 2027 Kia EV3 Is Coming With 320 Miles Of Range And A Huge Question Mark

The 2027 Kia EV3, an affordable subcompact electric crossover, will launch in the U.S. with a range of up to 320 miles.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
4 days ago

How The Kia EV3 Delivers 320 Miles Of Range Without Looking Like A Bar Of Soap

Kia's EV3 offers over 320 miles of range with a boxy design, challenging traditional aerodynamic EV shapes.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The 2027 Kia EV3 Is Coming With 320 Miles Of Range And A Huge Question Mark

The 2027 Kia EV3, an affordable subcompact electric crossover, will launch in the U.S. with a range of up to 320 miles.
#lucid-motors
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Lucid Faces Biggest Disaster Ever

Unit sales growth is crucial for EV companies, and Lucid's poor performance indicates a grim future in the market.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
Cars
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Lucid Faces Biggest Disaster Ever

Unit sales growth is crucial for EV companies, and Lucid's poor performance indicates a grim future in the market.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs due to improperly welded seat belt anchors, posing safety risks during collisions.
Cars
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Used EV sales spike alongside gas prices

Aggressive pricing by Tesla and others is driving sales but lowering used EV values, while high petrol prices may influence interest in EVs.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 days ago

These 4 European EVs Could Give Tesla A Serious Run For Its Money In The States

America's electric car sales dropped 28% in Q1, while Europe saw a 30% increase in sales last year.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 days ago

Mercedes-AMG Doesn't Want Its New EV To Feel Like An EV

Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT features a tri-motor system and customizable driving dynamics for enhanced performance and handling on ice.
Cars
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The Nail Test: Why this $54 billion innovation is terrifying Western auto executives

BYD's CEO initiated eight years of R&D to prevent battery failures after a tragic incident involving a ruptured battery.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Lucid blames dip in Q1 sales on seat supplier issue | TechCrunch

Lucid Group experienced a sales drop in Q1 2026 due to supplier quality issues, despite increased production and reaffirmed production goals for the year.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

EV adoption in America: Who's winning, who's losing?

On average, fuel prices are up almost a dollar per gallon, or 25 percent, according to AAA. For a nation as addicted to the automotive as we are, that's bad news. Except, of course, for electric vehicles.
Cars
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario 'dead against' Stellantis talks to build Chinese EVs at Brampton plant: Ford | CBC News

Doug Ford criticizes Stellantis for potential collaboration with a Chinese manufacturer to build electric vehicles in Ontario, citing concerns for local autoworkers.
#uber
Alternative transportation
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Uber expands its $4,000 'Go Electric' grant to drivers nationwide

Uber expands its Go Electric grant to drivers nationwide, offering $4,000 to switch from gas vehicles to electric amid rising gas prices.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Rising gas prices are good news for EV sales, for now

Rising gasoline prices are shifting consumer interest towards fuel-efficient vehicles, particularly hybrids and electric SUVs.
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Consumers are increasingly turning to electric vehicles due to rising gas prices, with notable debuts at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Jaguar EV owners frightened to drive their cars after fire safety warnings issued

Jaguar EV owners face fire safety risks due to thermal overload in batteries, affecting over 26,000 vehicles in the UK.
Cars
fromFortune
1 week ago

Have a strong brand in a world of noise-it's like having the only red T-shirt in a stadium full of white ones | Fortune

Electric vehicles are the future of driving, according to Volvo's commitment to go fully electric by 2030.
frominsideevs.com
1 week ago

Honda Prologue's $7,500 Price Cut Means There's No Better Time To Buy

Honda has slashed the price of the 2026 Prologue by $7,500 across the board, essentially replacing the lost tax incentive and making the crossover a much better deal among its peers.
Cars
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid

The EV3 and Seltos Hybrid feature advanced technology, customizable infotainment, and various powertrain options, launching in late 2026.
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