E-Cars

The massive new Hyundai EV plant outside of Savannah, Georgia, was raided by ICE last week. Federal agents took hundreds of people into custody at the site, including executives from LG Energy Solution, Hyundai’s battery partner and co-owner of the plant. Update 09/10/2025: A charter plane was shown taking off from the Incheon International Airport […]

Less than two weeks after completing its acquisition of aerial mobility business Blade, eVTOL air taxi developer Joby Aviation has expanded an ongoing partnership with Uber, Inc. to bring those flights to the popular rideshare app. Regarding eVTOL development news, Joby Aviation ($JOBY) is a regular on the Electrek homepage. Joby is one of dozens

After showcasing its full EV lineup for the first time, Kia said it will “take the lead” as the industry shifts to electric. Kia will offer an electric vehicle across nearly every segment with the new EV2, EV5, and several more. Kia wants to take the EV lead with its new lineup The South Korean

Bespoke robotaxi developer Zoox officially launched driverless rides around the Las Vegas Strip today. The milestone follows months of testing in the area, and the initial rides are free for the general public. In the eleven years since its incorporation, Zoox, Inc. has taken a unique and exciting approach to rideshare transportation. Instead of building

Toyota is gearing up to launch two new electric SUVs based on the RAV4 and Land Cruiser. The RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs are set to replace a luxury Lexus model as Toyota shifts production plans. When will Toyota launch the RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs? We knew Toyota was up to something. Reports have

Kia launched the EV5 in South Korea, its stylish new Sportage-sized electric SUV. With prices starting at just $35,000, the Kia EV5 arrives as an affordable SUV that’s built for the masses. But those in the US may never get to see it. Kia launches the EV5 in Korea at an affordable price After opening

RWE Texas wind Image: GE Vernova Solar and wind accounted for 91% of new US electrical generating capacity added in the H1 2025, according to data just released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which was reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign of data. In June, solar alone provided 82% of new capacity, making

Ford sold a record number of Mustang Mach-Es in August. Despite tariffs on the Mexico-built electric crossover, the 2025 Mach-E is cheaper and better than the 2024 version. The automaker’s electrified line-up, including hybrids, plug-in hybrids and EVs, had their highest August sales ever. Ford EV sales reached new heights in August. The automaker sold

A man on TikTok recently shared a glimpse of a Waymo cruising through Los Angeles. In the clip, he filmed himself driving alongside one of the company’s autonomous vehicles, noting its sleeker design compared to some of the older robotaxis on the road. “New Waymo on the streets of #LA,” Benjamin Illulian (@deals) captioned the

Volvo will reveal its EX60 mid-size electric crossover on January 21, 2026. It’s the electric equivalent of Volvo’s best-seller, making it the most important Volvo EV yet. The company has been struggling with tariff issues, software problems and slower-than-expected EV sales. It really needs the EX60 to be a hit. Volvo is in a bit