The Top EVs in Winter Range Testing May Surprise You

The results of the 2025 electric vehicle winter driving test are in, and some EV models have delivered surprising performances. While all vehicles, electric or otherwise, experience reduced range in cold weather due to engine performance and climate control, this issue is more pronounced in EVs because of their generally shorter range. Conducted by Motor … Read more

BYD Set to Open Massive EV Plant in Indonesia with 150,000 Vehicle Capacity

BYD, the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is accelerating its global expansion with plans to open a massive EV plant in Indonesia by the end of 2025. This new facility will have the capacity to produce 150,000 vehicles annually, marking a significant step in the company’s overseas manufacturing push. In 2024, BYD set a … Read more

Tesla Cybercab Spotted with Steering Wheel, Raising Questions About its Future

A Tesla Cybercab, or Robotaxi, has been spotted with a steering wheel, sparking questions about the vehicle’s design and Tesla’s plans for its autonomous ride-hailing fleet. Last year, Tesla introduced the Cybercab as a steering wheel-less, two-seat electric vehicle, which the company claims will serve as the foundation for a fleet of autonomous ride-hailing vehicles. … Read more

Puerto Rico Receives $1.2B in DOE Financing for Solar and Storage Grid Upgrades

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a significant $1.2 billion in financing aimed at transitioning Puerto Rico’s power grid from fossil fuels to solar energy and battery storage by 2032. Through the DOE’s Loan Programs Office (LPO), the financing will support multiple projects contracted with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA). These … Read more

Illinois Allocates $100M for Electric Truck Charging Corridor; Tesla Receives $40M

Illinois is set to receive $100 million from the Biden Administration’s final $635 million allocation, aimed at expanding electric truck charging infrastructure. This funding is a key step toward facilitating the transition to medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles. Tesla, despite missing out on federal funding for its own heavy-duty electric truck chargers, is one of … Read more

China Sets Record for Solar and Wind Capacity in 2024

China has made significant strides in renewable energy, with remarkable growth in solar and wind power in 2024, according to the latest data from the National Energy Administration (NEA). Record Growth in Solar and Wind Energy In 2024, China’s total installed energy capacity increased by 14.6%, reaching over 3,348 gigawatts (GW). Solar energy saw the … Read more

Polestar Sees Opportunity in Tesla’s Controversy to Gain Market Share

Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller is keen to capitalize on the growing dissatisfaction with Tesla, particularly in light of CEO Elon Musk’s controversial political stances. As many Tesla owners turn their attention to other electric vehicle (EV) options, Polestar is positioning itself to win over disillusioned customers. Musk’s Politics Alienate International Markets Musk’s political involvement, especially … Read more