Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Plug In’s (HEV and PHEV)
Mexico is pushing ahead with a federally subsidized EV 22, January 2025 - As the incoming Trump Administration remains committed to stiff tariffs on Mexican imports, the Mexican government is pushing ahead with its affordable electric-vehicle project. The project,—called "Olinia," meaning "movement" in the indigenous N...
Trump Wants to Unleash Energy, as Long as It’s Not Wind or Solar 21, January 2025 - Legal experts said the president was testing the boundaries of executive power with aggressive orders designed to stop the country from transitioning to renewable energy.
Trump’s Executive Order to End E.V. Subsidies Draws Pushback 21, January 2025 - Automakers and even some Republicans may fight to preserve funds, and environmental activists will likely sue, but some experts said that some changes may not survive legal challenges.
Michigan State Police put first EV into patrol fleet 21, January 2025 - The Michigan State Police (MSP) has acquired its first electric patrol vehicle, joining a growing number of police departments utilizing electric vehicles. A 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E modified for police use has been assigned to the MSP's State Security...
Canoo files bankruptcy, claiming funding shortfalls 21, January 2025 - Struggling electric vehicle startup Canoo has filed for bankruptcy and ceased all operations. The startup announced its filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan. 17 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware. This will result in the federal appointment of...
2025 BMW i7 electric flagship sedan carries over unchanged 21, January 2025 - The 2025 BMW i7—an all-electric version of the automaker's flagship 7-Series, carries over to the new model year unchanged. Listed pricing even remains the same, although an increase of the mandatory destination charge from $995 to $1,175 bumps u...
Trump Announces a Raft of Measures to Promote Fossil Fuels 20, January 2025 - The president said he’d declare an energy “emergency,” promote drilling and end support for electric cars. His pivot to oil and gas follows the hottest year in recorded history.
This new Toyota includes $15,000 of free fuel, could cost $17,000 20, January 2025 - Southern California shoppers might get up to 70% off hydrogen fuel-cell Mirai Bay Area customers can get discounts too Sales have slowed, and the price of hydrogen has soared If you live in Southern California, you can buy a new Toyota for about the co...
This new Toyota includes $15,000 of free fuel, costs as little as $17,000 20, January 2025 - Southern California shoppers can get up to 70% off hydrogen fuel-cell Mirai Bay Area customers can get lesser discounts as well Sales have slowed, and the price of hydrogen has soared If you live in Southern California, you can buy one particular new T...
Supplier SK On claims solid-state EV battery “breakthroughs” 20, January 2025 - Battery supplier SK On recently gave an update on its research into solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, claiming "breakthroughs" that could bring these batteries closer to production-readiness. In a press release, SK On said it's developing tw...
Review: 2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid poses a triple threat 18, January 2025 - The Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid replaces the non-plug-in Turbo Up to 42 miles of range, according to this gauge It’s $148,550 for the SUV, $153,050 for the Coupe If you want a luxury car, you’ve earned it—but let’s be adults here. It...
Hyundai offering 2025 Ioniq 5 buyers a free home charger 17, January 2025 - Hyundai is expanding an offer of free home chargers or public-charging credits for owners of the refreshed 2025 Ioniq 5 electric vehicle. This perk was previously offered to owners of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N performance variant, but Hyundai confirme...
ChargePoint attempts to fight EV charger cord cutting 17, January 2025 - ChargePoint aims to curtail vandalism at public electric vehicle charging stations by equipping them with cut-resistant cables and alarm systems. The company unveiled both features Thursday, confirming that cut-resistant cables will be available for al...
Ram cancels 500-mile 1500 REV electric truck 17, January 2025 - Stellantis has cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. Ram confirmed the 500-mile target, to be achieved with a 229-kwh double-layer battery pack, a...
Report: Ram cancels 500-mile 1500 REV electric truck 17, January 2025 - Stellantis has reportedly cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. According to a Wednesday Mopar Insiders report, the truck brand is now telling sup...
Elaphe created in-wheel motors compatible with track-ready brakes 17, January 2025 - Slovenia's Elaphe is emphasizing performance applications for its in-wheel electric motors. At CES 2025, the company unveiled the Sonic 1, a thin electric motor it claims is compatible with high-performance brakes. That can be difficult with in-wheel m...
Honda and Acura EVs gaining Tesla Supercharger access this spring 16, January 2025 - Honda and Acura electric vehicles will be able to use Tesla Supercharger stations starting this spring, Honda said Wednesday in a business update. As with other non-Tesla brands, Honda and Acura EV owners will receive adapters that allow their CCS-equi...
Polestar 7 small SUV announced, Polestar 5 reconfirmed for 2025 16, January 2025 - The next Polestar electric vehicle will be a compact SUV called the Polestar 7, the automaker confirmed Thursday in a business update. The Polestar 7 will be manufactured in Europe, and will mark the beginning of a move to a single common architecture ...
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid set for fall 2025 US arrival 16, January 2025 - Toyota-derived hybrid system mated to Subaru AWD system Crosstrek Hybrid gets 8.7 in. ground clearance, X-Mode trail capability Lithium-ion battery and AWD layout allow flat cargo floor, same seating space Subaru will stake out its own corner of the gr...
Which automakers have Tesla Supercharger access? 16, January 2025 - Tesla's opening its Supercharger network to non-Teslas Ford and Rivian were the first non-Teslas to plug in The opening of the Supercharger network has been a continuous ramp and not an all-in situation By the end of 2024, nearly ever major EV brand se...