
Florida City Turns 75 Vehicles Electric, Saves Thousands
A Florida city bought its first electric car in 2016 when most people thought EVs couldn't handle real work. Today, it runs one of America's most electrified government fleets.
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A Florida city bought its first electric car in 2016 when most people thought EVs couldn't handle real work. Today, it runs one of America's most electrified government fleets.

Electric vehicles aren't just competing anymore—they're winning. In California, EVs claimed the top spot in five different vehicle categories last year, signaling a major shift in what Americans want to drive.

Volkswagen just handed over its two millionth all-electric vehicle, marking a huge leap in the company's transformation from traditional carmaker to electric vehicle leader. The milestone ID.3 was delivered in Dresden this week, celebrating over a decade of electric innovation.

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility just became the first commercial vehicle maker in India to sell 400,000 electric vehicles, proving clean transportation is taking off where it matters most. These electric three-wheelers and small cargo vehicles have already traveled 9 billion kilometers while cutting 185,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ from the air.

Howard charges four electric vehicles at home for pennies per mile, proving EVs slash costs for high-mileage drivers. His story shows how home charging turns every parking spot into a fueling station.

The used electric vehicle market just hit a historic milestone: EVs now cost nearly the same as gas cars. While new EV sales dropped 28% in early 2026, used electric vehicles are flying off dealer lots at prices just $1,300 more than gas-powered cars.

Ethiopia just opened its fourth major fast-charging station for electric vehicles, cementing its position as Africa's green transportation leader. The country is now building 16 more charging hubs along a key trade route to support its growing electric vehicle revolution.

A fully electric mobile health clinic is bringing free STI testing, HIV care, and PrEP services directly to communities across South Florida. The innovative "Wellness on Wheels" van marks a major upgrade in accessible healthcare.
New York just boosted its electric vehicle rebate program with $30 million in fresh funding, making it easier for drivers to switch to cleaner cars. The state-backed rebates offer up to $2,000 off at the dealership, while electric vehicle owners save hundreds annually on fuel costs.

Colombia jumped to third place in Latin America for electric vehicle sales in 2025, selling nearly 20,000 fully electric cars and doubling its market in just one year. The country now leads the region with clean vehicles making up over a third of all new car sales.

New York State now has over 323,000 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles registered, supported by 20,000 public charging ports across 5,250 locations. The state is investing nearly $3 billion to make the electric vehicle transition easier for everyone.

For the first time ever, Europeans bought more electric cars than petrol vehicles in a single month, marking a turning point in clean transportation. December 2025 saw 217,898 battery electric vehicles registered across the EU, edging out the 216,492 petrol cars sold.

Electric vehicle sales in India shattered records in July with over 327,000 units sold, growing 66% from last year. For the first time ever, nearly one in eight vehicles sold in India is now electric.

A new Florida bill aims to slash electricity costs by capping utility profits at the national average and tying company earnings to energy efficiency. The reform comes after Florida Power and Light secured a $7 billion rate increase, with half going straight to profit.

Volkswagen Group just hit a remarkable milestone, delivering its four millionth electric vehicle and solidifying its position as Europe's electric car leader. The achievement marks 12 years of steady progress since launching its first electric model in 2013.

The US Army is partnering with electric truck makers to test hybrid military vehicles that run quietly on batteries but carry gas generators for extended missions. The shift could slash fuel costs and eliminate dozens of fuel truck companies.
Despite a tough market, 32 electric vehicle models increased their sales in 2025, led by the Chevy Equinox EV which became America's fastest-growing electric car. The wins show that affordable, practical EVs are finding their audience even as luxury models struggle.
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South African companies are switching to electric vehicles not for environmental credits, but because the math finally works. Fleet operators are saving hundreds of thousands of rands over five years compared to traditional vehicles.

For the first time ever, electric and hybrid vehicles accounted for more than half of all car sales in China, marking a historic shift in the world's largest auto market. Nine of the top 10 bestselling cars last month were electric models.

A wave of off-lease electric vehicles is about to flood the market, potentially making EVs affordable for thousands of budget-conscious buyers. Rising gas prices make the timing perfect for drivers ready to go electric.
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