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A diesel gas station at nightIndustry Updates

Europe’s Diesel Era Ends as PHEVs Take the Lead

For the first time ever, plug-in hybrid vehicles are outselling diesel cars in Europe. According to some auto industry pros, the days of diesel cars could be coming to an end… even in North America.

Dave Nichols4 min read
A light blue BMW i7 solid state battery prototype in the shop Industry Updates

BMW Solid State Battery News

BMW has been planning the development of solid-state EV batteries for its cars, but a new partnership with Korean battery giant Samsung SDI along with its work with America’s Solid Power is making it all happen.

Dave Nichols3 min read
EV electric batteriesIndustry Updates

A 1,000 Mile EV Battery is Coming

Imagine an EV Battery that lets you drive for 1,000 miles before it needs a charge. According to a company called 24M, its technology can make this happen.

Dave Nichols3 min read
A cover photo with the Apple and Android logo with a GM logo in the middleIndustry Updates

General Motors says NO to Apple and Android

GM is getting rid of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in all of its vehicles (not just EVs), replacing them with its own Ultifi platform based on Google’s Android Auto OS. Here’s why.

Dave Nichols3 min read
Open road for EVsIndustry Updates

2026 Electric Cars Get Major Range Boosts Across Every Brand

The auto industry is waging war on electric vehicle range in order to eliminate the dreaded “range anxiety” for those who are contemplating the purchase of an EV but are not quite sold on the concept.

Dave Nichols3 min read
Hyundai IONIQ 5Industry Updates

Major EV Discounts: Hyundai IONIQ 5 Gets Big Price Cut

Many car manufacturers are finding ways to combat the loss of the federal EV tax credits here in America. Hyundai is now offering its 2026 IONIQ 5 crossover EV with savings of up to $9,800!

Dave Nichols3 min read
Global EV sales riseIndustry Updates

Global EV Sales Keep Growing

The United States is seeing record sales for plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles in August and September due, in part, to the federal tax credit for EVs going away by September 30th.

Dave Nichols2 min read
Different charging levelsIndustry Updates

Exploring the Next Generation of EV Batteries From Solid State to Graphene

EVs need better battery technology, especially when you realize that by 2029, the global EV market is expected to reach over a trillion dollars in sales. The race is on to develop new battery technology for better performance and sustainability at a lower cost.

Dave Nichols4 min read
A green 2025 Mustang Mach E 8Industry Updates

What Automakers are doing to Combat the end of EV Tax Credits

Automakers are using a number of strategies to maintain demand for EVs as the federal tax credit deadline closes in. From discount leases to lobbying Washington, automakers are bracing for a new EV market without federal subsidies.

Dave Nichols2 min read
GM & Hyundai logo Industry Updates

GM and Hyundai Partner to Develop Five New Vehicles

General Motors and Hyundai recently released news of developing five new vehicles together to lower costs and to better compete with Chinese car companies. The new internal combustion and hybrid vehicles will be released in Latin America in 2028 along with an all-electric van for the U.S. market.

Dave Nichols3 min read
EV FactoryIndustry Updates

A Great Time to Buy Used EVs

Though tariffs on foreign autos are coming and will raise prices along with the federal EV tax incentive going bye-bye, right now prices on used hybrids and EVs appear to be dropping and could save you major moolah. A recent survey suggests that maybe now is the time to get that used green vehicle in your garage.

Dave Nichols4 min read