A solid-state EV battery standard will be introduced in China as real-world tests begin
China will release a standard for solid-state EV batteries later this year as several automakers begin testing the new battery tech in vehicles.
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Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck’s battery pack
Tesla has launched its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) program in the United States, starting in select Texas markets. The “Powershare Grid Support” program allows Cybertruck owners to discharge their truck’s massive 123 kWh battery, equivalent to roughly nine Powerwalls, back to the grid during high-demand events and earn bill credits in return.
The announcement, made by Tesla Energy on social media, marks a significant milestone for a company that has been promising bidirectional charging capabilities for years but has consistently delayed delivering them across its vehicle lineup.
Volkswagen’s electric hot hatch drops its camo, revealing a new design
Volkswagen is gearing up to launch its first electric GTI hot hatch later this year. Ahead of its big debut, the EV hot hatch was spotted testing in icy conditions with barely any camo.
Tesla partners with Tencent to bring WeChat inside over 1 million cars in China
Tencent Cloud announced today that it has partnered with Tesla to integrate WeChat-linked features directly into Tesla vehicles in China. The over-the-air update will roll out to over 1 million Model 3 and Model Y vehicles built at Giga Shanghai, delivering one-tap location sharing from WeChat and AI-powered service suggestions — a significant concession by Tesla to China’s dominant digital ecosystem.
Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images]
Hyundai is reportedly looking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 for robotaxis
Hyundai Motor is reportedly looking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly $2.5 billion deal, and if it goes through, it would be a massive signal that the robotaxi industry is entering a new phase of real, industrial-scale deployment.
The one company that sells nearly three-quarters of all electric motorcycles
There’s one company that now sells nearly three-quarters of all full-size electric motorcycles in the US. And no, it’s not some scrappy startup out of Silicon Valley (though there are some very cool California-based electric motorcycle startups).
It’s actually LiveWire – the Harley-Davidson-born electric motorcycle spinoff that just claimed a 70% market share in the 50+ horsepower on-road electric motorcycle segment in 2025.
Popular electric mopeds in US found not street legal, forcing recall
Federal regulators have ordered a recall of Fly E-Bike’s popular model known as the Fly 10 moped, marking the latest and perhaps most serious blow to the embattled micromobility company that has long been a major supplier of low-cost electric mopeds and e-bikes in the US.
Trump can’t freeze NEVI funds, so he’s trying to stall them – again
Tesla Semi specs and pricing, L4 haul trucks, and Windrose’ mobile AI concept
On today’s long overdue episode of Quick Charge, we’ve finally got production specs and pricing on the Tesla Semi first revealed by Elon Musk nine (9) years ago. Will it be a revolution, or a case of too little, too late to make a real impact?
Ford’s EV shakeup leads to its worst quarterly loss since 2008
Tesla pushed EV prices lower in January, but sales kept sliding
EV prices fell again in January, with Tesla doing most of the cutting. But cheaper EVs didn’t translate into stronger sales, according to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book.
The 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid starts at under $46,000 with 38 miles electric range
EcoFlow Valentine’s Day Sale offers up to 64% savings on power stations, Anker SoloCam S340 kits from $350 low, Velotric, more
Our Tuesday Green Deals this week are headlined by the late-start EcoFlow Valentine’s Day Sale with up to 64% discounts and bonus savings, with notable price cuts like the DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station getting a FREE protective bag at a new $599 low, among others. We also have the solar-charging Anker eufy Security SoloCam S340 2-Cam and 4-Cam kits starting from a $350 low, as well as Velotric’s T1 ST Plus Lightweight Urban e-bike with Apple Find My getting $512 savings to $1,299 (the best price of the last year), a highly upgraded EGO Power+ cordless electric string trimmer, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s compact 192Wh and 288Wh Anker power station discounts, the new low prices on the eufy E15/E18 robot lawn mowers, and more.
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.
Tesla promotes EMEA exec Joe Ward to lead global sales amid European collapse
Tesla has named Joe Ward, its Vice President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), to oversee global sales operations, according to a report from Bloomberg.
The move comes as Tesla’s automotive business continues to struggle, particularly in Europe where sales have collapsed over the past two years.
FAW installs ‘industry first’ semi-solid-state battery in an EV, promising 1,000+ km range
Automakers, battery manufacturers, and companies from around the globe are racing to bring solid-state EV batteries to market, promising significant improvements in energy density, charging, and driving range.
Kia EV2 crushes cold weather test with impressive driving range and charging speeds
Rivian R2 prototypes hit the media and revealed new performance specs as a Tesla Model Y competitor
Tesla is quoting $290,000 for its 500-miles electric semi truck
Tesla is quoting customers $290,000 for the 500-mile Long Range version of the Tesla Semi, Electrek has learned. The pricing is consistent with data from California’s HVIP voucher program, finally giving us clarity on what the production electric truck will cost after years of speculation.
While rivals scale back EV plans, Hyundai bets on battery tech and improved charging
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