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Chevy's $207K Hybrid Corvette Beats $2.5M Supercars
Innovation3h ago

Chevy's $207K Hybrid Corvette Beats $2.5M Supercars

America's iconic sports car just proved that going electric doesn't mean sacrificing speed or breaking the bank. The new Corvette ZR1X hybrid is outrunning million-dollar supercars at a fraction of their price.

The Verge3 min read
Pennsylvania Ribbon Factory Reopens, Creating 125 New Jobs
SolutionsFeb 27

Pennsylvania Ribbon Factory Reopens, Creating 125 New Jobs

A shuttered ribbon and bow factory in Berwick, Pennsylvania is roaring back to life with 125 new jobs and a $5 million investment. The reopening transforms what could have been another empty manufacturing site into a symbol of American manufacturing's comeback.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
West Memphis Plant Expansion Creates 40 New Jobs
SolutionsFeb 26

West Memphis Plant Expansion Creates 40 New Jobs

A manufacturing plant in West Memphis, Arkansas is doubling down on American-made production, creating 40 new jobs after hitting a major production milestone. The expansion shows how investing in local manufacturing pays off for communities.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
Apple Brings Mac Mini Production to Houston, Adds Thousands of Jobs
InnovationFeb 25

Apple Brings Mac Mini Production to Houston, Adds Thousands of Jobs

Apple is opening its first U.S. Mac mini factory in Houston, doubling its manufacturing footprint and creating thousands of jobs while training the next generation of American manufacturers. The tech giant is also expanding AI server production in the city, with locally assembled servers already powering data centers nationwide.

Google: jobs created announcement2 min read
US Adds 58 GWh of Energy Storage Capacity in 2025
Planet WinsFeb 23

US Adds 58 GWh of Energy Storage Capacity in 2025

America just installed enough battery storage in one year to power Houston through the night. Despite political headwinds, the clean energy storage revolution is accelerating across red and blue states alike.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
AI Finds 25 New Magnets to Make EVs Cheaper
InnovationFeb 20

AI Finds 25 New Magnets to Make EVs Cheaper

Scientists used artificial intelligence to discover 25 new magnetic materials that could replace expensive rare earth elements in electric vehicles. The breakthrough database of over 67,000 compounds could slash EV costs and strengthen American manufacturing.

Google News - AI Breakthrough2 min read
US Factory Output Soars to One-Year High in January
InnovationFeb 19

US Factory Output Soars to One-Year High in January

American manufacturing just hit its strongest growth in nearly a year, showing signs of recovery after months of pressure from tariffs and high interest rates. Factory production jumped 0.6% in January, beating expectations and marking the biggest gain since February 2025.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles
InnovationFeb 12

Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles

Toyota just launched its first three-row electric SUV, built right here in America, with enough range to rival any family road trip. The 2027 Highlander EV seats seven, charges at Tesla stations, and can even power your home during an outage.

Electrek2 min read
Toyota Builds 320-Mile Electric SUV in Kentucky
InnovationFeb 11

Toyota Builds 320-Mile Electric SUV in Kentucky

While other automakers pull back on electric vehicles, Toyota is going all in with a new three-row electric SUV built entirely in America. The 2027 Highlander EV brings families 320 miles of range and homegrown manufacturing jobs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Toyota Highlander Goes Electric with 320-Mile Range
InnovationFeb 11

Toyota Highlander Goes Electric with 320-Mile Range

America's favorite family SUV just got a battery-powered makeover that could change how we think about electric vehicles. The 2027 Toyota Highlander arrives as the first three-row EV built in America by Toyota, combining familiar reliability with cutting-edge clean technology.

Google News - Business2 min read
Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Hits US Markets Next Year
InnovationFeb 7

Ford's $30K Electric Pickup Hits US Markets Next Year

Ford is betting big on affordable electric vehicles with a new mid-sized pickup launching next year at just $30,000. The automaker is investing $5 billion and creating 4,000 jobs to build what CEO Jim Farley calls one of the most important projects in company history.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Rivian R2 Hits Manufacturing Milestone at Illinois Plant
VideosJan 28

Rivian R2 Hits Manufacturing Milestone at Illinois Plant

Electric vehicle maker Rivian just rolled out its first R2 validation builds from a factory that was an empty field only a year ago. The $45,000 SUV could bring affordable EVs to thousands of American families.

CleanTechnica2 min read
SolarEdge Brings Solar Manufacturing Back to America
VideosJan 21

SolarEdge Brings Solar Manufacturing Back to America

A major solar company is moving production to the U.S., creating jobs and making clean energy systems smarter than ever. The shift means more reliable solar power, American-made equipment, and technology that could transform how homes and businesses use electricity.

CleanTechnica3 min read