Hyundai is about to take the next steps as it preps to launch production of its “game-changing” all-solid-state batteries. The new EV battery tech promises a longer driving range, faster charging, and significantly higher energy density. Here’s what to expect.

Construction at BYD’s new EV plant in Brazil was suddenly halted Monday after authorities found Chinese workers in “slavery-like” conditions. The workers were hired in China by another firm, and BYD has since cut ties. BYD and the firm are now saying the term “slavery” was unjustly used, and some translations may have been misunderstood.

Tesla is rumored to have signed a battery cell supply agreement with EVE Energy, a Chinese battery cell manufacturer.

When the days get colder and shorter, here are six quick tips for how to get the best range from your EV in the winter.

Hertz is trying to sell its Tesla cars to renters as it desperately tries to unload its electric vehicle inventory after a massive drop in value.

Hyundai’s electric SUV has just earned its place in history books. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 set a new Guinness World Record after braving the highest driveable road.

It’s only been five days since NIO officially launched its top-tier luxury sedan, the ET9, but the early buzz in China has been encouraging. The BEV will launch in 2025, beginning with a Limited Edition trim that sold out in the first 12 hours, so NIO has introduced another limited production run called the ET9 Signature Edition.

More people are shifting from car-focused lifestyles to a mix of cars and bikes—or even going mostly car-free. While switching to a bike or e-bike might seem limiting, the cycling industry offers a wide range of categories to suit various needs.

Take cargo e-bikes, for example. These are basically the SUVs or pickup trucks of the electric bike world. And having spent many good miles on the Xtracycle Hopper cargo e-bike, the newest offering from the most famous cargo bike maker in the US, I can tell you that this family truck in an e-bike form is capable of a lot more than many people would expect.

Volkswagen announced a “Christmas miracle” with sweeping changes to its German operations but no immediate factory closures, layoffs, or wage cuts. Still, some 35,000 jobs are on the chopping block soon, but factories should remain open.

Ford, General Motors, and Toyota North America are donating $1 million each to incoming president Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration. Ford and GM are throwing in a fleet of vehicles for the January 20th event, too, for good measure.

In what couldn’t have been more on-the-nose timing, a group of local California newspapers published an editorial on Christmas Eve calling for the end of a generous $2,000 voucher program intended to help low-income Californians afford electric bicycles for transportation.

If your Tesla starts to stink like old sweat socks, you can fix that problem yourself, but it’s a little bit of a daunting process.

On today’s high-powered episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got Honda fuel cell manager David Perzynski here to talk about Honda’s forty year history developing hydrogen powertrains, and the role Honda sees for HFCEVs in a battery dominated world.

Sixthreezero’s wide range of electric bike models includes some fairly out-there models, but the company’s new four-wheeled electric bike really charts a new direction in the industry. Take a look at the new ANYterrain Stabilized 4-wheel Electric Bike.

Who said you had to break the bank to drive an electric vehicle? Several EV lease deals are available this December for under $300 or even $200 per month, but the savings may not last long. Here are some of the best EVs to consider leasing right now.

China’s CATL launched its new Bedrock Chassis on Monday, calling it “the world’s first ultra-safe skateboard chassis.” The global EV battery leader said its newest tech “activates a trillion yuan market” as the new standard for intelligent vehicle design. According to CATL, it will also end the belief that gas-powered cars are safer than EVs.

Here’s all you need to know about the US Department of the Treasury’s EV charger tax credit eligibility for individuals and businesses.

On today’s festive episode of Quick Charge, Tesla steps up for its owners by calling in mobile charging stations to cut down on wait time. Meanwhile Hyundai has some extra goodies for your stockings and Texas is cleaning up its act.

Dodge is rolling out a hefty discount on the 2025 Charger Daytona EV even though it hasn’t officially hit the market yet. According to a dealer bulletin, the 2025 Daytona EV qualifies for a juicy $3,000 discount, but you won’t see it advertised anywhere. Here’s how you could snag this deal and save big.

Toyota’s electric SUV may soon get a fresh start. After a rocky debut, the Toyota bZ4X is reportedly due for a rebrand, with a new name coming as soon as 2026.

Renewable energy is now over 30% of total US utility-scale electrical generating capacity and on track to reach 37% by the end of 2027, according to data in two new end-of-the-year reports just released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) and reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign.

Hyundai wants to make driving an electric vehicle as easy as possible. All current and new Hyundai EV drivers will be able to get a free NACS adapter to charge up at over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers. Here’s how to get yours.

Today’s Green Deals feature some hidden gems buried beneath all the bigger sales and events that are still happening through the approaching holiday. First, we have GoTrax’s Z4 PRO Foldable e-bike hitting a new $799 low, as well as a one-day-only sale on the brand’s XR PRO Commuting Electric Scooter at a new $330 low. We also have some solid savings on popular tools, like the EGO Power+ 56V 21-inch cordless dual-port self-propelled mower at its $623 2024 low alongside Husqvarna’s 330iKE Combi Switch lawn edger bundle hitting a new $240 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, including last week’s best savings across various categories of eco-friendly gear, which you can find in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

With the first deliveries just around the corner, Jeep’s new luxury electric SUV is already proving that “beautiful things can still get dirty.” The Wagoneer S is Jeep’s first global all-electric model as the rugged SUV maker opens a new chapter.