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ThursdayJun 05, 2025 10:00 am

Increasing Affordability is Accelerating Global EV Uptake

Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating globally thanks to the growing affordability of electric cars. A recent International Energy Agency (IEA) report has found that although the global auto industry has faced several headwinds in the past few months, electric vehicle sales are growing. Published last month, the Global EV Outlook from the IEA predicted that 2025 will be a good year for electric cars, with EVs accounting for over 25% of all the cars that will be sold worldwide this year. The annual report notes that carmakers sold 17 million electric cars globally in 2024, accounting for slightly over 20%…

TuesdayJun 03, 2025 10:00 am

Sales of Hybrid Vehicles Are Rising While PHEV, EV Sales Stagnate

Analysis published by Wards Intelligence has revealed that hybrid vehicle sales in the U.S. have continued to rise while battery electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) sales stagnated and stayed flat. BEVs, hybrids, and PHEVs accounted for roughly 22% of the light-duty cars sold in the U.S. in Q1 2025, up from 18% during the same quarter in 2024, indicating a slight increase in demand for alternative energy vehicles in the U.S. Wards Intelligence data show that while the market share for hybrids in the U.S. is increasing, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles haven’t made any market…

FridayMay 30, 2025 10:00 am

An Overview of Hydrogen Fuel Cell EVs

Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles may not have caught on like battery electric vehicles (BEVs), but they may still have a future in transport. While BEVs use charged battery packs, hydrogen fuel cell EVs generate electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen. The only byproducts are water vapor and warm air, making them a zero-emission alternative to gas-powered cars. Instead of a lithium-ion battery pack, hydrogen cars rely on electricity from the hydrogen-oxygen reaction to power their motors. However, hydrogen vehicles still face major hurdles before achieving mass adoption. Toyota is the only automaker to make a notable…

ThursdayMay 29, 2025 10:00 am

US House Votes to Eliminate Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

The Trump administration has fulfilled one of the promises President Donald Trump made during his second presidential campaign: eliminating the federal tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. In a move that will undoubtedly have major repercussions for America’s nascent electric vehicle industry, the U.S. House has voted to eliminate federal EV tax credits. These credits of up to $7,500 were critical to boosting electric vehicle adoption in the country, and their loss will significantly affect battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales in the U.S. President Trump was a vocal critic of the Biden administration’s investments in electric vehicles and public charging…

WednesdayMay 28, 2025 10:00 am

US Senators Block California’s EV Mandate

The United States Senate has blocked a landmark California electric vehicle mandate that would have required the state to phase out gas-powered vehicles in favor of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Although California already has the largest fleet of BEVs in the U.S., the mandate aimed to accelerate electrification by pressuring carmakers to develop more EV models. The current administration has spent the past several months rolling back many of the previous administration's climate-related policies. President Donald Trump has been outspoken in his opposition to using federal funds for climate action and has pledged to reverse Biden-era green energy policies, including…

TuesdayMay 27, 2025 10:00 am

Honda Ramps Up the Production of Hybrids, Scales Down EVs

Honda Motor has announced that it is scaling back its battery electric vehicle (BEV) investments to focus on producing hybrid cars. Waning demand for electric vehicles, coupled with sluggish EV sales, was the primary driver behind Honda’s decision to pivot to hybrid vehicles. The Japanese automaker isn’t the first company in the automotive space to scale back its EV investments; most established carmakers had ambitious electrification plans but have been forced to lower their targets after EV demand cratered in 2024 amid rising inflation and high electric vehicle prices. Honda has also dropped its target of achieving 30% electric vehicle…

ThursdayMay 22, 2025 10:00 am

Structural Batteries Could Transform Electric Vehicles

Structural batteries that merge structural strength with battery power could open the door to a new age of electric mobility. Lithium-ion batteries are used to power most electric cars due to their high energy density, longevity, and long life cycles. However, current EV battery technology still has plenty of room for improvement. Modern EV battery packs are heavy, costly, have a moderate risk of catching fire, and often come with repair and maintenance challenges. Ultra-lightweight and powerful batteries that combine battery power with structural strength may be the key to addressing the drawbacks of lithium-ion electric vehicle batteries. Merging these…

TuesdayMay 20, 2025 10:00 am

Tesla’s Brand Image Slumps as Regulatory Scrutiny Tightens, Rivals Gain Traction

Tesla’s brand image has taken a significant hit in recent months. For at least a decade, Tesla was the darling of the burgeoning global electric vehicle segment. After launching the Tesla Roadster in 2008 and demonstrating the viability of mass market battery electric vehicles (BEVs), Tesla remained the most dominant player in the EV sector for most of its existence. Until very recently, Teslas were among the most popular electric cars on the global market, and the Tesla Model Y was the bestselling EV worldwide in 2024. However, 2025 has proven to be a disastrous year for the Texas-based electric…

FridayMay 16, 2025 10:00 am

The Slate Truck Could Usher in New Era for EVs

The recently unveiled Slate Truck could usher in a new age of electric mobility characterized by affordable and accessible electric pickup trucks. Approximately 47% of Americans own a pickup truck, with full-size models from the Ford F-Series, Chevrolet, and Ram being especially popular in the country. As automakers began pivoting to electric cars, some opted to develop electric trucks to tap into North America’s well-known demand for pickups. However, most electric pickup truck models are far from affordable. On average, an American driver who wants to purchase an electric pickup truck will have to shell out anywhere from $70,000 to…

ThursdayMay 15, 2025 10:00 am

Battery Swapping Offers Avenue to Accelerate EV Adoption

Battery swapping is becoming a popular alternative to conventional charging in several markets. As the name suggests, this process involves exchanging a depleted EV battery with a fully charged one, eliminating the long wait times associated with traditional electric vehicle charging. As an alternative to plug-in charging, battery swapping offers a user experience that can be just as fast as refueling a gasoline-powered car. Although the process hasn’t gained significant traction in the U.S., it has rapidly been adopted in several other regions, particularly in China where small EVs and electric scooters are widely used. Instead of waiting 30 minutes…

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