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Group of solid-state or rechargeable batteriesTrends

Solid-State Batteries Get a Little Closer to Reality

Solid-state batteries have been touted as the next big thing for electric cars. They're lighter and smaller, and could deliver a lot of additional range. QuantumScape, one of the leaders in the solid-state space, has just shipped its first prototype cells to vehicle manufacturers for testing.

Laurance Yap2 min read
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Your Mail Delivery May Soon Be Zero-Emissions

The United States Postal Service's mail delivery fleet is one of the oldest in the country. The Service has just announced plans to replace 66,000 of its 220,000 vehicles with battery-electric vehicles customized for postal delivery. The first ones will hit the road in late 2023.

Laurance Yap2 min read
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California to Double EV Charger Network in 2023

If you live in California and were planning on switching to an electric or hydrogen vehicle in 2023, life just got a little bit easier. The state has announced plans to spend $2.9 billion to more than double the number of EV chargers in the state and expand its hydrogen fueling infrastructure.

Laurance Yap2 min read
2024 ID.7 sedan parked in front of a vibrant pink and blue backgroundAnnouncements

Volkswagen Announces 2024 ID.7 Sedan

Interested in an all-electric sedan with over 400 miles of range and a zero to 60 mph time of around five seconds? The Volkswagen ID.7 is capable of that and more. It can even charge 143 miles in just ten minutes. When can you get one? Read on.

Dave Nichols4 min read
Couple cleaning up debris in driveway, with F-150 parked in garageAnnouncements

2023 F-150 Lightning Gets a Big Price Hike

Ford made big headlines in 2022 when it announced the attractive starting MSRPs for its all-electric F-150 Lightning pickup. But huge demand coupled with supply chain challenges mean that the 2023 F-150 Lightning is substantially more expensive. Is it still worth it? Read on to find out.

Laurance Yap4 min read
Inside the Genesis GV60 Electric SUVAnnouncements

Genesis Brings Biometric Recognition to the GV60 Electric SUV

The Genesis GV60 electric SUV, which was introduced in 2022, is getting some interesting enhancements for 2023. The most intriguing? Facial and fingerprint recognition systems that will let you unlock and start the vehicle without the key, or a smartphone app.

Laurance Yap3 min read
2023 Toyota PriusAnnouncements

The All-New 2023 Prius Has a Starting MSRP of $27,450

The all-new 2023 Toyota Prius - which we think may be one of the best looking hybrids ever - will cost almost $3,000 more than the previous-generation model. But you don't just get stylish new looks; its powertrain and technology have been significantly upgraded as well.

Laurance Yap4 min read
Volkswagen ID.4 parked on concreteAnnouncements

Volkswagen’s Software Update Improves the ID.4

Volkswagen has released a significant update to the ID.4 electric SUV. The update improves the charging experience and fixes bugs and performance issues with its touchscreen infotainment system. It's an example of how electric cars can get better over time.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Closeup hand giving a car key and money for car leaseAnnouncements

Some EVs Might Get a Bigger Tax Credit Until March

A new electric car may have gotten more affordable at the beginning of 2023. Thanks to a delay in the government's regulations around battery components and minerals, EVs that would qualify for $3,750 in credits may be eligible for $7,500 until March.

Laurance Yap2 min read
Robot assembly line with electric car battery cells module on platformTrends

Battery Prices Rise for the First Time Since 2010

The price of batteries - the most expensive component in any electric car - rose between 2021 and 2022. That's the first time it's happened since 2010, and is already having an impact on electric car prices. How will automakers address this increase, and when will batteries get less expensive?

Laurance Yap4 min read
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Honda Will Build a Fuel Cell CR-V in 2024

Honda, one of the leaders in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has announced it will start production of a new fuel cell-powered model based on the CR-V crossover in 2024. It will combine the fast refuelling of hydrogen fuel cells with plug-in capability for battery-electric driving in the city.

Laurance Yap4 min read
Man working in Stellantis battery factoryTrends

How 2,600 Stellantis Dealers are Preparing for Electrification

Car dealers are having to adapt quickly to prepare for an electrified future. Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat has rolled out a support program for over 2,600 dealerships nationwide to ensure they are ready with the necessary infrastructure and training.

Laurance Yap3 min read
inside a bmw hydrogen X5 being built on the assembly lineAnnouncements

BMW is Now Building Hydrogen X5s

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are currently a niche technology, but offer numerous advantages compared to battery-electric vehicles. They refuel quickly, allow for longer range, and still generate no carbon emissions. BMW has long believed in hydrogen, and has started building hydrogen fuel-cell X5s.

Laurance Yap3 min read
Fleet of Mustang Mach-E'sTrends

Ford Has Built Over 150,000 Mustang Mach-Es

The Ford Mustang Mach-E, one of our favorite electric family cars, has proven to be a global sales success. The 150,000th Mach-E just rolled off the production line, and it's now being sold in 37 countries. Why is it so successful? Read on to find out.

Laurance Yap3 min read
white honda prologue evAnnouncements

Honda's Prologue EV Slated to Hit Showrooms in 2024

Honda's Prologue EV will be the first all-electric Honda built in partnership with General Motors. We can guarantee it will be the first in a long line of new models designed in partnership with American auto giant General Motors including electric versions of the Civic, Accord and CR-V to follow.

Dave Nichols2 min read
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Domino’s Adds 800 EVs to Its Delivery Fleet

Your next pizza delivery may come emissions-free in less than 30 minutes. Domino's has announced it will be adding 800 Chevy Bolt electric cars to its delivery fleet. EVs offer numerous advantages including immunity to gas price fluctuations, and lower maintenance costs.

Laurance Yap2 min read