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- Electric mobility; land, sea and air - Personal EVs (e-bikes, e-skates, e-scooters, EUCs, Onewheels) - EV charging networks - Home charging solutions - EV adventures and lifestyles - Electric motorsports - Adjacent EV technologies, news and interests.
It's been a long road for Aptera but it looks like its car is finally ready for production. insideevs.com/news/803841/...
After Years Of Delays, Aptera Is Finally Preparing To Build Customer Cars
Aptera only plans to build 40 units at first, which will do little to fulfill its 50,000 reservation backlog.
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The first independant drives with reviews of Slate's upcoming pickup are beginning. insideevs.com/reviews/8037...
I Drove Slate’s $25,000 Electric Truck. It Could Be A Real Game-Changer
InsideEVs finally got to drive the Slate Truck. Despite the budget price, this simple EV feels planted, solid, and comfortable.
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The revolutionary Also E-bike may be coming to a street near you this week. insideevs.com/news/803627/...
Rivian's Also E-Bike Kicks Off Deliveries Soon
The Also TM-B Launch Edition e-bike, which is made by a Rivian spinoff, should go out to customers this week, TechCrunch reports.
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Has BYD created the EV that matches an equivalent ICE car for long distance travel? insideevs.com/news/803684/...
BYD Claims Its New EV Can Go 683 Miles On A Charge—And Add Hundreds More In 5 Minutes
The Denza Z9S is billed as the world’s longest-range EV. The Lucid Air would like to have a word.
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The Tren Solar de la Quebrada in Argentina is one of the best examples of what sustainable rail transport through remote areas can be. electrek.co/2026/08/03/a...
Argentina's solar train brings zero-emission travel to an ancient trade route
Latin America's first solar-powered passenger train is carrying tens of thousands of travelers through a UNESCO World Heritage trail.
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If you have to have just one car to take care of your family's needs and also satisfy your wants, the Porsche Cayenne EV might be right for you. www.autoblog.com/news/porsche...
Porsche Cayenne EV Can Haul a Family and Humiliate Supercars
During Car and Driver testing, the Cayenne Turbo Electric set new records in the SUV category.
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Lectric is truly the king of North American e-bike brands. electrek.co/2026/07/31/l...
Lectric eBikes hits $1 billion in sales, surpasses 750,000 e-bikes
The largest electric bicycle company in the US, Lectric eBikes, has just hit a pair of dizzying milestones. The much-vaunted...
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After the changes at the end of 2025 in the EV world, who would have figured that 2026 would be as significant in global EV adoption as it's shaping up to be. insideevs.com/news/803381/...
‘Largest Supply Disruption In History’: High Oil Prices Drove Record EV Sales In 50 Countries
U.S. EV sales are down, but the rest of the world is picking up the slack to reduce its reliance on oil.
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The Duke of Middleville discusses the factors that shape the EV climate in the United States. www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYnI...
Why America Won’t Go Full EV Anytime Soon
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The latest and best news in the world of micromobility and PEVs. electrek.co/2026/07/31/w...
Wheel-E Podcast: VW e-bikes, Juiced Scrambler, Anyland Auto-wheelie, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional...
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Looks like the Saudi - Lucid relationship continues to grow. techcrunch.com/2026/07/28/s...
Saudi prince buys 5% stake in Lucid Motors | TechCrunch
The investment comes after speculation that Saudi Arabia may take Lucid Motors private -- which the EV maker has denied.
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The argument of how long an EV takes to charge will soon be a moot point. At least in China. insideevs.com/news/803094/...
China’s EV Charging Race Just Broke The Four-Minute Barrier
Hongqi says its experimental battery can add 60% charge in under four minutes with a peak charging rate of 12C, or 12 times the pack's capacity.
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The Mitsubishi Eclipse has come a long way from its The Fast and the Furious days. insideevs.com/news/803019/...
We Finally Know More About The Cheap Mitsubishi Eclipse EV Coming This Fall
Battery and charging specs for the 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV were revealed on Tuesday. It has two charging ports with NACS accessibility.
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BMW plans to produce their highly anticipated iX5 in the US. Their battery plant in South Carolina is now on-line. insideevs.com/news/802839/...
Inside BMW's Plan To Produce The iX5’s Gigantic Battery Pack In The U.S.
While several automakers step back from EVs, BMW is staying on course with new models and local battery production.
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Kalmar is fast becoming an industry leader in EV industrial yard equipment. From tractors, short haulers and for lifts, their work is changing the industry over from diesel to electric. electrek.co/2026/07/26/k...
Kalmar Ottawa electric yard truck gets to work in Canada
Kalmar is out to prove their T2 EV can deliver the same durability and productivity that made the original T2 a fixture at ports for years.
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In Massachusetts EV ownership can turnout to be a lucrative side hustle. insideevs.com/news/802693/...
Massachusetts EV Owners Will Earn Money By Selling Battery Power
AI data centers are straining the grid. EVs can help mitigate that load.
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Skip the mini-van, consider the Hyundai Ioniq 9 as the next family car. insideevs.com/reviews/8026...
I Think The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Is The Best Three-Row EV Value. But That Might Not Be Enough
Everyone is charmed by the Hyundai Ioniq 5. I actually think the three-row Ioniq 9 is Hyundai's best EV.
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Nissan gives the Nismo treatment to the new Leaf. theevreport.com/nissan-leaf-...
Nissan LEAF NISMO Launches in Japan
Nissan launched the LEAF NISMO in Japan, a performance-tuned version of its electric crossover featuring NISMO-tuned suspension, Michelin tires, RECARO seats, and pricing from ¥6.6 million ($40,470).
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The best bang for the buck in used EVs. If 'bang' means range. insideevs.com/features/802...
These Are The 5 Best Used EV Deals For Range: Study
With used EV values beginning to rise, now might be the best time to buy one. Here are the five best used EV values today with great range.
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EVs hit a new high of 25.6% market share across Europe for June 2026. insideevs.com/news/802351/...
EVs Just Hit 25% Market Share In Europe
Europe's EV sales jumped 39.5% in June, with electric cars reaching 25.6% market share across 17 markets, and 1.24 million sold in H1 2026 as demand accelerated.
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Silicon anodes in existing battery chemistries is the next step up in EV batteries range. Battery startup Sila expands it's operation to Moses Lake, WA to increase anode production for the US market. insideevs.com/news/802397/...
Battery Startup Raises $300 Million Promising 20% More EV Range
Battery startup Sila says its silicon-rich anodes could deliver 20% more range as it scales U.S. production for Mercedes, Panasonic and other automakers.
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The Hyundai Genesis GV60 is now doing service at the famed Nürburgring Nordschleife as a track taxi. theevreport.com/genesis-gv60...
Genesis GV60 Magma Joins Nürburgring Track Taxi Program
Genesis has added its all-electric GV60 Magma to the Track Taxi Nordschleife program, letting the public ride along in the 641-horsepower SUV on the Nürburgring ahead of its European debut.
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Balcony solar kits are what all the cool kids are into today. Hoymiles HiFlow Pro is the first solar microinverter in the US to meet UL certification. insideevs.com/news/802258/...
America’s First UL-Certified Plug-In Balcony Solar Microinverter Is Here
It plugs directly into a 120-volt outlet and complies with the new UL 3700 safety standard for plug-in solar.
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Fans of compact SUVs have a reason to celebrate. Current offerings in 2026 offer great value for the dollar. insideevs.com/features/764...
The Best Compact Electric SUVs To Buy In 2026
The small electric SUV segment is becoming increasingly crowded every day. We’re here to help look past the clutter with the best available options.
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Considering that the average new car in the US is currently ~$49,220, these picks show that EVs can be affordable without skimping on capabilities and features. www.msn.com/en-us/autos/...
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