Offshore Wind Ambitions Now Span Every Continent as First African Country Joins Global Alliance

Kenya has become the first African country to join the Global Offshore Wind Alliance […]

Lucid Cosmos design revealed in patent filing ahead of 2026 launch

Lucid has registered the design of its upcoming Cosmos with the European Union Intellectual Property Office, giving us the clearest look yet at the sub-$50,000 crossover the automaker is betting its future on. The filing, published last week, shows the produc…

Can PJM’s new ‘fast track’ process accelerate interconnection?

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved PJM's request to create an Expedited Interconnection Track (EIT), a temporary fast-track interconnection process designed to bring a handful of large "shovel-ready" generation projects online more q…

We finally got to drive the Aptera solar electric car

After a very long wait, Aptera’s solar car is finally rolling and ready for journalist drives. So we headed down to San Diego to check out how development is going on this unique solar electric vehicle.

European Offshore Wind Supported 180,000 Jobs in 2025, New Analysis Shows

Europe’s offshore wind sector supported around 180,000 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs and generated approximately […]

Tesla adds a car vacuum to a Supercharger for the first time

Tesla has installed a free car vacuum right next to the charging stalls at a Supercharger station in Germany — believed to be a first for the network. The setup lets owners clean out their cars while they charge, turning otherwise idle minutes into something …

The first mile: Port of Vancouver launches new electric semi truck pilot

A fleet of electric Peterbilt 579EV Class 8 trucks is being put to work on container-hauling routes at the Port of Vancouver as part of a new, data-sharing pilot program designed to measure real-world benefits of electric drayage trucks on first-mile delivery…

The Genesis GV90 looks huge charging next to the Kia EV9

The GV90 is set to arrive as the biggest, most prestige Genesis electric SUV to date. With its official debut coming up, the flagship EV was spotted charging alongside a Kia EV9, revealing its true size.

BYD’s new magnetic EV device lets you control your car on the go

BYD is about to introduce a new detachable magnetic smart device that lets you control your vehicle remotely at the push of a button.

The largest wind project in the U.S. is almost online

The SunZia Wind project in New Mexico, developed by Pattern Energy Group, will generate 3,650 megawatts and export power to Arizona and California.

Hyundai is closing in on Chevy as the #2 EV brand in the US

Hyundai is on track for its sixth straight year of record sales in the US. In the EV market, Hyundai has its sights set on Chevrolet as it looks to become the second-best-selling brand behind Tesla.

Toyota’s new EVs are catching on as registrations jump 225% in April

With three fully electric SUVs now on sale, Toyota’s EV registrations surged 225% in April.

Kia’s electric van delivers more driving range in the real world at 260 miles

It’s no wonder the PV5 is flying off dealer lots. With more than enough driving range, fast charging, and a high-tech, spacious interior, Kia’s electric van may be the ultimate people mover.

Ex-Tesla exec builds the home heat pump Tesla gave up for robots

Drew Baglino spent nearly two decades building Tesla’s batteries, motors, and power electronics. Now the former Tesla SVP is quietly building the one home energy product Tesla talked up for years and never shipped: a residential heat pump. His startup, Sadi T…

Baidu Apollo Go wins Level 4 robotaxi approval in Switzerland as AmiGo

Baidu’s Apollo Go has received a Level 4 autonomous driving permit in Switzerland for AmiGo, a robotaxi service it is running with Swiss Post’s PostBus, putting the Chinese tech giant ahead of Waymo and Tesla in deploying driverless vehicles into European pub…

Rivian just made it easier to save money on home EV charging

Rivian is partnering with ChargeScape to connect its EVs to utility-managed home charging programs across North America, giving owners new opportunities to save money while helping utilities manage electricity demand.

Global EV sales hit 1.8 million in May as Europe races ahead

Global EV sales reached 1.8 million units in May 2026, according to new data from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, bringing total sales for the first five months of the year to 7.5 million vehicles.

Toyota reveals prices for its first electric pickup

The Hilux BEV arrives as Toyota’s first fully electric pickup and body-on-frame EV. Is it worth the price?

Can this grid monitoring tool reduce outage times by up to 80%?

Electrical Grid Monitoring claims its Accurate Fault Location and Detection solution can locate power grid faults within a single pole-span distance.

BYD is taking its luxury electric GT on an over 9,300-mile trip from Europe to Asia

The Denza GT Z9 can drive over 600 miles, fast charge in under 10 minutes, and hit 0 to 62 mph in 2.7 seconds. Now, BYD’s luxury EV is following in the footsteps of Marco Polo as it embarks on an over 9,300-mile (15,000 km) trip from Rome to Hong Kong.

New Jersey state government facilities adopt demand response and flexibility programs from VPP platform

CPower Energy announced an agreement with New Jersey's Division of Property Management & Construction to help state facilities reduce electricity costs through demand response programs.

BMW’s new iX3 is a range monster, but the iX5 may push past 500 miles

The first electric iX5 will have a massive battery, the largest in a BMW EV yet, that could offer a range of over 500 miles on a single charge.

Tesla’s self-driving safeguards fooled by $30 doll heads

A cottage industry has emerged on Chinese e-commerce platforms selling tiny plastic doll heads designed to trick Tesla’s cabin camera into thinking a driver is paying attention. The devices cost as little as $20 to $50. The products — marketed as “travel comp…

Tesla Cybercab full specs revealed: 3,113 lbs, 219 HP, 48 kWh

Tesla’s Cybercab EPA certification documents reveal the robotaxi’s full technical specs for the first time — including a 3,113-lb curb weight, a 219 HP motor, and a 48 kWh battery pack. The filing confirms several claims Tesla made about the vehicle while rev…

Ford has a ‘secret’ website for its $30,000 EV pickup, revealing a closer look

That low-cost electric Ford pickup we’re all waiting for now has a dedicated website that offers a sneak peek at the upcoming EV.

Kia’s electric van is about to get a big brother: Here’s our first look at the PV7 [Images]

Kia’s first electric van has quickly become a fan favorite. With the larger PV7 coming soon, will it have the same impact?

Ariel Rider Kepler review: A big, safe, fat tire commuter e-bike with style

Ten years ago, if you had told me that I’d be riding what I would soon call an “excellent commuter e-bike” despite it weighing 118 pounds (53.5 kg) and rolling on 24×4.0-inch fat tires, I probably would have laughed. Today, though, I’m not so sure. The Ariel …

Trump tried to kill solar’s 5% safe harbor, a federal court brought it back

With less than a month left before the key, July 4th Federal Clean Energy tax-credit deadline , a federal judge has handed the solar industry an unexpected win, restoring the 5% safe harbor that Trump’s IRS tried to kill.

Scania scores 105 unit electric semi truck deal [video]

The bulk transport experts at Wibax have placed what’s being a “landmark” order with Swedish truck brand Scania that will see over 100 of the company’s battery-electric semi trucks put to work on European roads.

Survey Sunday: do you still believe in Elon Musk?

Last week, we ran a sidebar survey asking if Electrek readers still believed in Elon Musk’s vision of a self-driving, robot-built future on Mars. After receiving more than 3,000 responses, here’s what you told us you think about the world’s first trillionaire.