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Germany Relaunches EV Incentives After 2-Year Gap
VideosJan 19

Germany Relaunches EV Incentives After 2-Year Gap

Germany just rolled out a new electric vehicle incentive program after abruptly canceling subsidies in 2023 caused EV sales to plummet. The comeback plan offers up to €6,000 for families, helping revive an auto industry vital to the nation's economy.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Connecticut Extends Solar Incentives, Boosts Batteries
Planet WinsMay 31

Connecticut Extends Solar Incentives, Boosts Batteries

Connecticut just passed a bill extending solar incentives through 2035 and giving home battery systems a major advantage. Starting in 2028, homeowners who pair solar panels with batteries will get unlimited incentives while standalone solar faces caps.

Electrek2 min read
Cox Automotive Recycles 10M Pounds of EV Batteries
Planet WinsMar 13

Cox Automotive Recycles 10M Pounds of EV Batteries

A major automotive company just hit a breakthrough in electric vehicle recycling, recovering 10 million pounds of battery materials that would otherwise sit in landfills. The achievement marks a turning point in making EVs truly sustainable from first mile to last.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Cox Automotive Recycles 10 Million Pounds of EV Batteries
Planet WinsMar 20

Cox Automotive Recycles 10 Million Pounds of EV Batteries

Cox Automotive just hit a major milestone that proves electric vehicle recycling is ready for the real world. The company has now recovered more than 10 million pounds of battery materials, keeping them out of landfills and back in circulation.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Vermont EVs Selling Out Before Reaching Dealership Lots
InnovationJun 22

Vermont EVs Selling Out Before Reaching Dealership Lots

Electric vehicles are flying off Vermont dealership lots so fast that buyers are joining waitlists for cars that haven't even arrived yet. Lower prices and state rebates are helping drivers make the switch despite federal incentives ending.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Cars Win Over China's Classic Car Enthusiasts
VideosMay 26

Electric Cars Win Over China's Classic Car Enthusiasts

Car collectors in China are embracing electric vehicles for daily driving while keeping their vintage rides for weekends. The shift proves EVs and automotive passion can coexist perfectly.

CleanTechnica2 min read
California Doubles EV Savings With $200M Matching Program
SolutionsFeb 3

California Doubles EV Savings With $200M Matching Program

California is launching a $200 million program that requires automakers to match every dollar in electric vehicle incentives, potentially doubling savings for first-time EV buyers. The initiative fills the gap left by expired federal tax credits and makes clean vehicles more affordable than ever.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Auto Industry Offers $2,500 Scholarship, Deadline March 31
SolutionsMar 3

Auto Industry Offers $2,500 Scholarship, Deadline March 31

Students pursuing careers in automotive marketing, PR, or journalism can now apply for a new $2,500 scholarship from the Automotive Communications Council. The deadline is March 31, and it's part of a larger effort awarding over $900,000 to future auto industry professionals this year.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Italy Launches 10 GW Solar Incentive Program
Planet WinsAug 10

Italy Launches 10 GW Solar Incentive Program

Italy just rolled out a major new program to supercharge solar energy development across the country. The FerX mechanism will support 10 gigawatts of new solar capacity, enough to power millions of homes with clean energy.

PV Magazine2 min read
Fast and Furious Cars Get 25-Year Petersen Exhibit
Global NewsMar 12

Fast and Furious Cars Get 25-Year Petersen Exhibit

The Petersen Automotive Museum's new exhibit celebrates 25 years of Fast and Furious with the actual cars that made the films legendary. These aren't replicas—they're the real hero cars with fascinating restoration stories.

Ars Technica2 min read
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InnovationApr 2

Mexico's Tech Exports Surge 145%, Overtaking Automotive

For the first time ever, Mexico's technology exports have knocked automobiles off the top spot, with computer equipment shipments soaring 145% in 2025. Two states are leading the charge, creating over 330,000 jobs and reshaping North America's tech supply chain.

Mexico News Daily2 min read
Coldplay Fans Cut Travel Emissions 48% With Simple Incentives
Planet WinsJul 18

Coldplay Fans Cut Travel Emissions 48% With Simple Incentives

What if concert tickets were cheaper for fans who took the train? Cambridge researchers found that simple travel rewards slashed emissions far more than carbon offsets ever could.

Euronews3 min read
Woman Wins Gold in Auto Tech, First in 15 Years
SportsApr 4

Woman Wins Gold in Auto Tech, First in 15 Years

Marissa Reever just made history as the first woman to win gold in automotive technology at her Kansas school in 15 years. She's heading to nationals in Atlanta to represent her state.

Google: student achievement2 min read
Ghana and Japan Launch Auto Training With Jobs in Japan
SolutionsMar 14

Ghana and Japan Launch Auto Training With Jobs in Japan

Young Ghanaians can now learn automotive skills and Japanese language through a new partnership that opens doors to careers in Japan. The program addresses youth unemployment while preparing workers for the future of electric vehicles.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Auto Industry Pros Skip Coffee to Fund $2,500 Scholarship
Acts of KindnessMar 13

Auto Industry Pros Skip Coffee to Fund $2,500 Scholarship

Young automotive professionals turned their daily coffee money into a $2,500 scholarship for students entering the auto industry. Their September challenge raised enough recurring donations to support the next generation of mechanics and technicians.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Nigeria Trains 100 Youth in Electric Vehicle Repair Skills
SolutionsJun 12

Nigeria Trains 100 Youth in Electric Vehicle Repair Skills

A new automotive training center in Zamfara State just equipped 100 young Nigerians with cutting-edge skills to repair electric and gas-powered vehicles. The program opens doors to careers in Africa's fastest-growing transportation sector.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Texas Teen Wins $2,500 Scholarship, Mentors 6 to Victory
Acts of KindnessJul 15

Texas Teen Wins $2,500 Scholarship, Mentors 6 to Victory

A Texas high school senior who trained on everything from classic cars to heavy equipment just won a national automotive scholarship. Even better: she mentored six classmates who also placed in a national competition.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Hamlet Pioneer Donates EVs to Train Future Auto Leaders
InnovationAug 14

Hamlet Pioneer Donates EVs to Train Future Auto Leaders

A North Carolina automotive trailblazer who made history selling cars in Cuba is now giving electric vehicles to students. The donation will help young people train for careers in tomorrow's fastest-growing transportation field.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
South African Lecturer Wins German Research Scholarship
SolutionsAug 1

South African Lecturer Wins German Research Scholarship

A lecturer from Nelson Mandela University earned a competitive German scholarship to help transform South Africa's automotive industry for a sustainable future. Her research will help local car suppliers transition to electric vehicles and circular economy practices.

Google News - Germany Innovation2 min read
Egypt Now Powers Half of Valeo's Global Auto Software
InnovationApr 22

Egypt Now Powers Half of Valeo's Global Auto Software

French automotive giant Valeo just made Egypt its largest R&D hub worldwide, with Egyptian engineers now creating half the company's global software output. The expansion includes a new AI center that will grow from 35 to over 100 specialists developing next-generation mobility tech.

Google News - Egypt Innovation2 min read

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