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States Get Electric Vehicle Roadmap Amid Federal Rollbacks
VideosJun 5

States Get Electric Vehicle Roadmap Amid Federal Rollbacks

Four major environmental groups just released a comprehensive guide helping states and cities accelerate electric vehicle adoption through proven local policies. The timing couldn't be better as communities seek to maintain EV momentum despite federal program cuts.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Your Electric Bill May Drop Thanks to New Data Center Rules
SolutionsJan 22

Your Electric Bill May Drop Thanks to New Data Center Rules

Several states are passing laws to protect households from soaring electricity costs tied to AI data centers. New policies require tech companies to pay for their own grid upgrades and cut power during peak times.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Electric Cars Get Cheaper Worldwide (Except the U.S.)
SolutionsJun 3

Electric Cars Get Cheaper Worldwide (Except the U.S.)

While electric vehicles became more affordable across the globe in 2025, the U.S. moved backward as policy changes eliminated incentives and kept out low-cost options. One in four cars sold worldwide is now electric, but America's EV adoption remains stuck at just 10%.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter
InnovationMay 28

Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter

India's Ola Electric just got the green light to launch an electric scooter designed specifically for delivery drivers and fleet operators. With rising fuel prices squeezing gig workers, this commercial EV could arrive as early as this quarter.

YourStory India2 min read
Thailand's Electric Truck Revolution Takes Off in 2026
InnovationApr 2

Thailand's Electric Truck Revolution Takes Off in 2026

Thailand's commercial electric vehicle market is surging as logistics companies and cement firms ditch diesel for electric trucks, with sales expected to hit 120,000 units this year. Rising oil prices and generous government incentives are turning Southeast Asia's automotive hub into a hotspot for China's EV manufacturers.

Bangkok Post3 min read
Electric Cars Could Slash UK Power Bills by 2030
Planet WinsApr 27

Electric Cars Could Slash UK Power Bills by 2030

Rising oil prices are pushing drivers toward electric vehicles, and that shift could solve an unexpected problem: sky-high electricity costs. When millions of EVs connect to the grid, they'll act as giant batteries that store cheap renewable energy and release it when needed.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year
VideosFeb 6

BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year

Chinese EV giant BYD just proved that electric commercial vehicles are quietly winning the climate fight. While passenger car sales slumped, their electric buses and trucks posted impressive growth that shows the future of clean transportation is already rolling.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Europe Slashes Electricity Taxes to Speed Green Transition
VideosFeb 5

Europe Slashes Electricity Taxes to Speed Green Transition

European officials are finally fixing a decades-old tax system that made clean electricity cost three times more than polluting natural gas. The policy shift could unlock billions in clean energy investments across the continent.

CleanTechnica3 min read
Ford Escape Returns in 2029 as Affordable Electric SUV
InnovationMay 31

Ford Escape Returns in 2029 as Affordable Electric SUV

Ford is bringing back its popular Escape crossover in 2029, but this time it's going all-electric with a mission to make EVs affordable for everyday families. The move could transform one of America's most competitive vehicle segments while giving the automaker a fresh start in the electric market.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Vehicles to Hit 32% of US Car Sales by 2030
Planet Wins4d ago

Electric Vehicles to Hit 32% of US Car Sales by 2030

Despite federal rollbacks on EV incentives, new research shows electric vehicles will quadruple their market share by 2030, powered by better batteries, lower prices, and growing infrastructure. The shift shows clean transportation has reached a tipping point that policy changes can slow but not stop.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Denmark Hits 94% Electric Vehicle Sales for New Cars
Planet WinsMar 9

Denmark Hits 94% Electric Vehicle Sales for New Cars

Nearly all new private cars registered in Denmark this February were electric, marking a stunning milestone in the country's clean energy transition. The Nordic nation's success shows what's possible when policy and consumer demand align.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
US Electric Cars Now Built with 31% More Domestic Parts
VideosFeb 1

US Electric Cars Now Built with 31% More Domestic Parts

American-made electric vehicles are getting a lot more American. Thanks to recent federal policies, the newest EV models now contain up to 31% more US and Canadian parts than before.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Norway Hits 98.6% Electric Car Sales in Early 2026
VideosMay 5

Norway Hits 98.6% Electric Car Sales in Early 2026

Norway just achieved what seemed impossible a decade ago: nearly every new car sold is now electric. The shift shows how quickly entire markets can transform when the right policies meet innovation.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Telangana Offers Employees Up to 20% Off Electric Vehicles
SolutionsMar 24

Telangana Offers Employees Up to 20% Off Electric Vehicles

Government workers in Telangana, India can now buy electric vehicles at steep discounts thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership with major EV makers. Major companies like Mahindra, Ather Energy, and Ola are slashing prices by 10-20% to help India's push toward cleaner transportation.

The Hindu2 min read
Electric Cars Outsell Petrol in EU for First Time
Planet WinsJan 27

Electric Cars Outsell Petrol in EU for First Time

Electric vehicles overtook traditional petrol cars in Europe's December sales, marking a historic shift in how people choose to drive. Despite policy changes that could have slowed the transition, buyers are embracing cleaner transportation faster than expected.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Turkey Matches EU in Electric Car Sales at 17%
Global NewsJan 28

Turkey Matches EU in Electric Car Sales at 17%

Turkey's electric vehicle market has surged to match the EU's adoption rate in just two years, becoming Europe's fourth largest market. The shift shows how smart tax policies can accelerate the clean car revolution faster than anyone expected.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ethiopia Startup Raises $13M for Electric Bike Revolution
InnovationApr 28

Ethiopia Startup Raises $13M for Electric Bike Revolution

A young Ethiopian company is turning the country's bold electric vehicle policies into reality with battery-swapping motorbikes that never need charging at home. Dodai just landed $13 million to blanket Addis Ababa with swap stations, proving Africa's clean transport future is closer than many think.

TechCabal3 min read
Electric Cars Hit 1 in 4 Sales Worldwide in 2025
Planet WinsMay 20

Electric Cars Hit 1 in 4 Sales Worldwide in 2025

Electric vehicles smashed records in 2025, making up 25% of all new cars sold globally. Despite policy shifts and regional slowdowns, the clean car revolution is accelerating faster than experts predicted.

Electrek3 min read
UK Surpasses 2024 Electric Vehicle Target by 10%
VideosMar 14

UK Surpasses 2024 Electric Vehicle Target by 10%

Britain's auto industry beat its electric vehicle sales goal for 2024, hitting 24% when credits were included against a 22% requirement. The progress shows clean transport targets are working, even as carmakers push back on future rules.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Vietnamese Company Hits 1 Million Electric Scooters Sold
SolutionsJun 14

Vietnamese Company Hits 1 Million Electric Scooters Sold

VinFast just rolled its one millionth electric scooter off the production line in Vietnam, proving that Asia's electric vehicle revolution is already here. While Western markets debate the future of electric transportation, this company sold over 406,000 electric scooters in 2025 alone.

Electrek2 min read

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