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Toyota Partners With Treehouse to Simplify EV Home Charging
InnovationFeb 25

Toyota Partners With Treehouse to Simplify EV Home Charging

Toyota just made getting an at-home EV charger as simple as snapping a few photos. The automaker partnered with Treehouse to handle everything from permits to installation for its growing electric vehicle lineup.

Electrek2 min read
Driver Charges Electric Truck for $0 Using Home Solar
SolutionsApr 3

Driver Charges Electric Truck for $0 Using Home Solar

A GM employee shared real numbers showing his electric truck costs nothing to charge with rooftop solar panels. His GMC Sierra EV fills up for free while gas drivers pay nearly $100 at the pump.

Electrek3 min read
India Maps Path to EV-Ready Homes for 80,000 Families
Solutions2h ago

India Maps Path to EV-Ready Homes for 80,000 Families

A groundbreaking report analyzed over 80,000 home EV charger installations across India, creating the first comprehensive roadmap to make residential electric vehicle charging safe and accessible for everyone. The study reveals clear, actionable solutions to bring clean transportation within reach of millions.

YourStory India3 min read
Dane County Plans 22 New EV Charging Stations
Planet WinsJan 30

Dane County Plans 22 New EV Charging Stations

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.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
AI Home Search Lets Buyers Talk Their Way to Dream Homes
InnovationFeb 20

AI Home Search Lets Buyers Talk Their Way to Dream Homes

House hunters can now skip endless filter clicking and just describe their dream home in plain English. Homes.com's new AI assistant understands requests like "modern kitchen near good schools" and instantly delivers matches.

Fox News Tech2 min read
15 States Now Guarantee EV Charging Rights at Home
SolutionsApr 9

15 States Now Guarantee EV Charging Rights at Home

Millions of Americans living in condos and HOAs can now install electric vehicle chargers thanks to new "right to charge" laws spreading across the country. Fifteen states and Washington D.C. have passed legislation protecting homeowners and renters from being blocked by their housing associations.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Homes With Solar Panels Sell for $10,000 More
SolutionsJun 19

Homes With Solar Panels Sell for $10,000 More

New research analyzing 143 million home listings proves that going green pays off when it's time to sell. Homes with solar panels are commanding premiums of $10,000, yet most sellers aren't advertising these money-making upgrades.

PV Magazine2 min read
Star Trek Fan Builds Real LCARS Control Panel for Smart Home
Community HeroesFeb 8

Star Trek Fan Builds Real LCARS Control Panel for Smart Home

A home automation enthusiast turned their living room into the USS Enterprise by coding a custom Star Trek control panel that actually controls their lights and devices. The DIY project combines nostalgia with practical smart home tech.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Home Batteries Earned €40 in One Day During Price Drop
Planet WinsMay 5

Home Batteries Earned €40 in One Day During Price Drop

When electricity prices went negative on May 1, European households with smart batteries earned real money by charging from the grid. One company is helping thousands turn their home batteries into profit centers.

PV Magazine3 min read
AI Now Manages Home Solar, Batteries, and EVs for You
Innovation1d ago

AI Now Manages Home Solar, Batteries, and EVs for You

A new smart home system uses AI to automatically optimize when your solar panels, batteries, and electric car charge and discharge—cutting energy bills without you lifting a finger. Over 3.4 million users worldwide are already letting the technology do the heavy lifting.

PV Magazine2 min read
New Home Battery Stores 15 kWh for 20 Years
SolutionsJan 21

New Home Battery Stores 15 kWh for 20 Years

Chinese manufacturer EGbatt just launched a home solar battery that could last two decades and cycle through over 9,500 charges. The compact wall-mounted system lets homeowners use 95% of its capacity without damaging the battery.

PV Magazine2 min read
Italy Wins Record 24 Medals at Home Winter Olympics
SportsFeb 17

Italy Wins Record 24 Medals at Home Winter Olympics

Italy just celebrated their best Winter Olympics ever with 24 medals at the Milan-Cortina Games, shattering their previous record of 20 from 30 years ago. Italian women athletes led the charge, proving that home advantage is alive and well when paired with world-class talent.

DW News2 min read
Omaha's $190K Tiny Homes Redefine Affordable Housing
SolutionsApr 7

Omaha's $190K Tiny Homes Redefine Affordable Housing

Two colorful small homes in Omaha are proving that affordable housing doesn't have to mean compromise. At 802 and 618 square feet, these modern homes offer first-time buyers a fresh alternative to overpriced starter homes.

Fast Company2 min read
GM Electric Cars Now Connect to Most US Charging Stations
InnovationJun 9

GM Electric Cars Now Connect to Most US Charging Stations

Electric car charging just got easier for millions of GM drivers. A new universal app lets them charge at nearly any public station across America.

Engadget2 min read
Florida Couple Rescues 1903 Ligonier Home in 2 Years
SolutionsJun 22

Florida Couple Rescues 1903 Ligonier Home in 2 Years

A couple from Florida bought a crumbling century-old house with rotting stairs and turned it into a showpiece that now inspires their entire Pennsylvania town. Their dramatic transformation will be featured on a historic home tour this month.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Wellington Couple's 30-Year Love Affair with 1908 Home
Acts of KindnessApr 4

Wellington Couple's 30-Year Love Affair with 1908 Home

Sometimes the best decisions are made on the gloomiest days. When Anita Busby walked into a fog-shrouded Wellington villa nearly 30 years ago, she couldn't even see the famous harbor view, but she knew instantly she was home.

Stuff NZ2 min read
GM Makes EV Charging Easier with Single-App Solution
SolutionsJan 26

GM Makes EV Charging Easier with Single-App Solution

GM just integrated over 5,000 Electrify America fast charging stations directly into its vehicle app, letting drivers find, navigate to, and pay for charging without juggling multiple apps or credit cards. The update makes public charging simpler than stopping for gas.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
148-Year-Old Store Becomes Colorful Home in Napier
Acts of KindnessJan 19

148-Year-Old Store Becomes Colorful Home in Napier

A rundown former general store in Napier, New Zealand has been transformed into a vibrant five-bedroom home after 27 years of love and color. Owner Kim Hands is selling the landmark building but subdividing the land to preserve its historic street frontage for future generations.

Stuff NZ3 min read
AI Helper Tames One Writer's 10-Year Smart Home Nightmare
InnovationJan 28

AI Helper Tames One Writer's 10-Year Smart Home Nightmare

A tech journalist spent a decade wrestling with her chaotic smart home setup until an AI coding tool solved it in one afternoon. What normally takes weeks of programming happened in hours.

The Verge2 min read
Springfield Airport Adds 6 EV Charging Stations for Flyers
SolutionsApr 27

Springfield Airport Adds 6 EV Charging Stations for Flyers

Electric vehicle drivers at Springfield-Branson National Airport can now charge while they travel, thanks to six new charging stations in the parking lot. The upgrade is part of a $2 million expansion that makes Missouri's third-largest airport more sustainable.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read

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