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After nearly two decades of development, the solar-powered Aptera electric vehicle has finally moved from hand-built prototypes to a real production line in San Diego. The three-wheeled car can generate up to 40 miles of free driving per day from sunlight alone.
A brilliant engineer who shaped our electrical grid predicted electric vehicles would dominate American roads—he was just a century early. His 1920 list comparing EVs to gas cars reads like it was written yesterday.
A massive electric ferry in Australia just installed a state-of-the-art evacuation system that can rescue over 2,400 people. Hull 096 is set to revolutionize zero-emission water transport when it launches in 2026.
California lawmakers are pushing a $200 million program to make electric vehicles more affordable for first-time car buyers. The initiative aims to put zero-emission vehicles within reach for more residents while accelerating the state's clean energy goals.
Kia listened to real van users and created the PV5, an electric van that's stylish, practical, and ready for anything from deliveries to family road trips. The customizable vehicle proves work trucks can be futuristic, affordable, and fun.
Washington state residents just proved that progress doesn't need permission from the top. Electric vehicle ownership jumped 21% in one year, even as federal policies turned hostile and the economy slowed.
China just finalized groundbreaking safety rules requiring all electric vehicles to have easy-to-find, mechanically operated door handles starting January 1, 2027. The regulation addresses growing concerns about sleek flush handles that can trap occupants during emergencies.
Dane County, Wisconsin is expanding access to electric vehicles with 22 new charging stations designed to reach renters and rural residents. The "Charge Up Dane County" initiative prioritizes neighborhoods where home charging isn't an option.
Electric vehicle buyers in Washington could soon have more choices at the dealership. Rivian is backing a ballot measure to let more EV makers sell directly to consumers, breaking Tesla's current exclusive access.
European regulators just proved they're willing to adjust ambitious climate rules when reality demands it. The EU's decision to ease its strict 2035 combustion car ban shows policymakers are finally partnering with industry to make the electric transition work for everyone.
Electric vehicle owners are speaking up about which cars they truly love, and the results might surprise skeptics. Consumer Reports just revealed the EVs that drivers are eager to purchase for a second time.
A federal judge ruled that states can move forward with building electric vehicle charging stations after funding was unlawfully suspended. The decision protects $5 billion in infrastructure money approved by Congress to expand EV charging across America.
New research shows Brazil could pocket a quarter-trillion dollars by speeding up its switch to electric vehicles. The savings come from reduced fuel imports and lower vehicle costs as EV technology advances.