EV
Volkswagen’s Cheapest EVs Are Already A Hit: 70,000 Orders And Counting
The Volkswagen Group’s most affordable EVs are chugging along nicely in Europe. The VW ID. Polo, Skoda Epiq, and Cupra Raval are “significantly exceeding expectations,” with over 70,000 orders so far. All these models start from around $30,000 in Germany,…
A Bill Taking Aim At Chinese Cars In America Just Advanced In The Senate. It Could Hit Mercedes Too
A bill that would ban automakers with more than 15% stake by Chinese entities has progressed in the Senate. One automaker caught up in the crossfire is Mercedes-Benz, which has a nearly 20% stake held by Chinese investors. U.S. lawmakers…
Ford Is Switching To Apple Maps For Its Next-Gen EV Navigation
Ford's next-generation EVs will use built-in Apple Maps for navigation. The system will include route planning and battery preconditioning features. Ford is also tapping Apple Maps information to help develop its next version of BlueCruise. Ford's next-generation of EVs is…
Subaru’s Biggest EV Yet Just Got Delayed
Subaru is delaying the launch of its largest electric model, the Getaway three-row SUV. The Subaru Getaway was originally expected to go into production in Kentucky by the end of the year. The automaker said it needs more time for…
The Volvo EX60’s Excellent Range Somehow Got Even Better
Volvo got the official EPA range rating for the new EX60 P10, and it’s better than the original estimate. The automaker initially said that the 503-horsepower crossover would be good for 222 miles. U.S. deliveries are expected to begin soon.…
The Next-Gen Chevy Equinox EV Is Coming In 2028: Report
The next Equinox EV could arrive in 2028 on GM’s new BEV-N architecture. The next-gen Equinox EV will reportedly lead GM’s next generation of electric cars. GM has not officially confirmed the next Equinox EV, its new platform or the…
America’s First UL-Compliant Plug-In Balcony Solar Microinverter Is Here
Hoymiles has introduced the first plug-in solar microinverter in the U.S. designed to meet the new UL 3700 safety standard. The HiFlow Pro is designed to take energy from a solar panel and funnel it directly into a 120-volt outlet.…