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US Army Tests Electric Vehicles with Gas Backup Power
Videos1h ago

US Army Tests Electric Vehicles with Gas Backup Power

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.

CleanTechnica2 min read
New York Hits 323,000 Electric Vehicles on the Road
Solutions1d ago

New York Hits 323,000 Electric Vehicles on the Road

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.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Vehicles Hit 61% Market Share in China
Planet WinsMay 13

Electric Vehicles Hit 61% Market Share in China

China just crossed a historic milestone: electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles claimed over 60% of new car sales in April for the first time ever. Gas-powered car sales collapsed by 37% in the world's largest auto market, signaling a dramatic shift in how people choose to drive.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Hybrid Car Sales Jump 37% as Americans Go Greener
SolutionsMay 11

Hybrid Car Sales Jump 37% as Americans Go Greener

More Americans are choosing hybrid vehicles to save money at the pump, with sales surging 37% since gas prices climbed. The shift shows eco-friendly options are winning when they fit seamlessly into daily life.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
UK Hits 2 Million Electric Cars on the Road
Planet WinsMay 6

UK Hits 2 Million Electric Cars on the Road

Britain just registered its two millionth battery electric vehicle, marking a major milestone in the country's shift toward cleaner transportation. New car sales jumped 24% in April, with electric and hybrid vehicles now accounting for more than half of all purchases.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Vail Launches Free Zipcar Program to Cut Emissions
Planet WinsMar 20

Vail Launches Free Zipcar Program to Cut Emissions

A Colorado mountain town just made it easier for residents to ditch their personal cars for good. Vail's new subsidized car-sharing program offers free membership and hybrid vehicles at rates that could save locals over $10,000 a year.

Google News - Emissions Reduction3 min read
Europe Car Sales Rise 3rd Year on Affordable EVs
Planet WinsJan 27

Europe Car Sales Rise 3rd Year on Affordable EVs

European car buyers drove sales up for the third straight year in 2025, snapping up more affordable electric and hybrid vehicles. New registrations climbed 2.4% to 13.3 million units, signaling a green recovery for the auto industry.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Cars Hit 17% of EU Market as Sales Grow in 2025
Planet WinsJan 27

Electric Cars Hit 17% of EU Market as Sales Grow in 2025

Electric vehicles captured 17% of Europe's new car market in 2025, with hybrid vehicles becoming the most popular choice among buyers. The shift away from gas and diesel cars is accelerating across the continent's largest markets.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
China's EV Sales Hit 54% of All New Cars Sold in 2025
VideosJan 21

China's EV Sales Hit 54% of All New Cars Sold in 2025

More than half of all new cars sold in China last year were electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles, marking a historic shift in the world's largest auto market. The trend suggests the country could be fully electrified a decade ahead of schedule.

CleanTechnica2 min read