The Xiaomi SU7 and recently launched YU7 both use the same self-developed Modena platform. The brand says the upside-down cells allow for better packaging and improved safety in the event of a crash. CATL and Xiaomi came up with a special electrolyte to counteract the effects of gravity since the cells are upside down The … Continue reading “Here’s Why The Xiaomi SU7 Mounts Its Battery Cells Upside Down”
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Honda’s electric SUV took the US by storm, becoming the top-selling EV in the US outside of Tesla in the final three months of 2024. This year, Honda is making the Prologue even more attractive, upgrading it with over 300 miles of range. With 2025 Prologue models now arriving at dealerships, Honda wasted no time … Continue reading “Honda launches 2025 Prologue deals: Here’s how you can snag some savings”
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Toyota made a big splash in Europe last week with major upgrades to the bZ4X and Lexus RZ crossovers, as well as the debut of the new C-HR+. Yet across the lineup, the real story lies beneath the surface: massive hardware upgrades, bigger batteries, upgraded motors and smarter tech. The current Toyota bZ4X is not exactly … Continue reading “Toyota’s New EVs Get Big Battery Upgrades. Here’s Why They Matter”
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The new Nissan LEAF already looks like a major upgrade. The little electric hatchback is due for a refresh, and we are finally getting a better idea of what to expect after the new model was spotted again in the US. New images reveal a more crossover-like design. The new Nissan LEAF is almost here … Continue reading “Here’s a better look at the new Nissan LEAF EV [Images]”
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We are finally getting a look at Volkswagen’s answer to BYD and other low-cost Chinese electric cars. Volkswagen previewed its cheapest EV for the first time on Wednesday. It will kick off a new series of entry-level electric vehicles, with starting prices at €20,000, or just over $20,000. Volkswagen teases its cheapest EV for the … Continue reading “Here’s our first look at Volkswagen’s cheapest EV, with prices starting at about $20,000”
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Canary Media’s Electrified Life column shares real-world tales, tips, and insights to demystify what individuals can do to shift their homes and lives to clean electric power. Canary thanks EnergySage for its support of the column. The home inspection report painted a pretty bleak picture. We were about to close on a charming 1940 colonial, but it … Continue reading “Getting a heat pump took some effort. Here’s what I learned.”
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Fisker EV owners have a list of confirmed service points Bankruptcy continues, production or brand restart looking unlikely Owners will have to pay for some recall repairs, Fisker again says Fisker owners in North America can rest a little easier this week knowing that they’ll have access to a network of approved service centers for … Continue reading “Here’s where the Fisker Ocean EV can be serviced and fixed”
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A new tool is out that lets you search for EV incentives in your area, covering not just the federal $7,500 incentive, but any other local incentives to help you save money when buying an EV. The incentive tool is available at ElectricForAll.org, and is powered by Veloz, an EV advocacy nonprofit. It’s simple enough … Continue reading “Here’s how to find all the free money you qualify for when you buy an EV”
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Another automaker is adjusting its near-term electric vehicle target. Volvo is scaling back on its 100% EV pledge by 2030. The company said stronger government support is needed to advance the transition. Volvo was one of the first automakers to set a 100% EV sales goal by 2030. The announcement was made over three years … Continue reading “Volvo backtracks on its 100% EV pledge: Here’s what the new plan looks like”
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All in all, “things have worked pretty well the way they are supposed to,” said Doug Lewin, president of the Texas-based energy consultancy Stoic Energy. “It’s not overstating it at all to say that solar and storage has been determinative” in keeping the ERCOT grid steady through trying heat waves this year. In fact, Lewin wrote … Continue reading “Solar and batteries are helping Texas weather heat waves. Here’s how.”