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Possible launch models include the recently launched L03 and the globally ready X9 XPENG is preparing to enter the Philippine market in the third quarter of 2026, bringing with it a business model built around artificial
RD World magazine yesterday presented the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) with four of its annual RD 100 Awards for research innovations. Including this year’s winners, NLR ha
The US startup Aternium aims to crack the green hydrogen code with a new electrolysis system powered by renewable energy and co-producing deuterium. The post The Road To Green Hydrogen Is Paved With Green Deuterium appea
NIO has basically stood alone in its long-term commitment to EV battery swapping technology and infrastructure. Now, its youngest sub-brand, Firefly, is getting access to these battery swapping stations. Additionally, th
Silicon Valley and the tech industry are known for their “move fast and break things” mantra. This has been how the software industry has operated forever basically. In fact, the modus operandi has probably accelerated i
Utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States increased significantly during the last three years, with an annual average growth rate of 70%. By the end of 2025, the U.S. power system had operational batter
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Kia’s first electric van is already a top seller, but the larger PV7 is set to launch soon, which could prove to be an even “bigger” hit. Here’s a closer look at it.
In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Ford Fathom cheap pickup EV, Audi A2, Trump on EVs, and more. Today’s ep
We’re closing out this week with plenty of low prices, starting with the premium golden Navee UT5 Ultra X Electric SuperScooter down at its $1,955 low for the first time since launching, alongside two other new low price
Insurance costs likely aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when shopping for a new electric or hybrid vehicle, but it is something you should consider. Here are the top 10 most affordable EVs and hybrids to insure
A regulatory filing with the Chinese government has revealed specs of Smart #2, the upcoming successor to the Smart ForTwo. A full reveal is expected in October, with the car later coming to global markets… except the US
Subaru’s big EV incentives have helped boost sales, but they’re quickly taking a toll on the company’s profits.