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New Chevy Bolt undercuts “affordable” Tesla by $10K, wins on features October 10, 2025
On today’s extreme episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got the most affordable new EV in America packing 255 miles of range, sub-30 minute charging, V2H support, and more – all that for a price about $10,000 LESS than that new “affordable” Tesla. more…
Momentum unveils upgraded Vida E+ e-bike with throttle and bigger motor October 10, 2025
Momentum, the lifestyle-focused urban bike brand under Giant Group, has just launched the latest version of its popular Vida E+ electric bike – and this one’s all about making e-biking smoother, safer, and more accessible to riders of all experience levels. more…
VW just nuked its EV lease deals – while rivals sweeten theirs October 9, 2025
VW’s US EV lease deals just went from hero to zero. Federal tax credits are now dead, the automaker has wiped out up to $12,000 in lease incentives on the ID.4, and ended $10,500 in discounts on the ID. Buzz. The move bucks the trend as other brands continue to sweeten their EV lease offers. […]
Tesla now sells turn signal retrofits in US, a $595 solution to a problem it caused October 9, 2025
Tesla is now selling retrofit turn signal stalks for Model 3 vehicles in the US, after having deleted the stalks in its update of the Model 3. At first, they were only available in China for certain cars, for the equivalent of ~$350. Now they’re available in the US, but for $595 instead. more…
The Nissan Ariya looks better than ever, but those in the US won’t get to see it October 9, 2025
Nissan’s electric SUV is due for its first major refresh. The new Nissan Ariya broke its cover, revealing a design closer to the 2026 LEAF, but those in the US won’t get to see it. more…
Ørsted to axe 2,000 jobs after US wind setbacks caused by Trump October 9, 2025
Danish wind giant Ørsted announced today that it would cut around 2,000 jobs, or around 25% of its workforce, over the next two years. It will lay off around 500 employees in Q4 2025, including 235 in Denmark. more…
Chevy says the new Bolt will be sold for a ‘limited time’ only. I think that’s a mistake. October 9, 2025
Yesterday, we attended a special owners event for the Chevy Bolt, unveiling all the changes for the new iteration of one of our favorite EVs out there. And almost everything we heard there was good news. Almost. more…
Kia has a new idea to unlock longer-lasting, more affordable EV batteries October 9, 2025
Kia became the first OEM to publicly test an EV battery passport at the cellular level. Using a modified EV3, Kia hopes to pave the way for longer-lasting, more affordable batteries for owners. more…
EcoFlow TRAIL 60,000mAh and 90,000mAh power stations at new lows from $104, Leviton 48A EV chargers, Greenworks, more October 9, 2025
Amazon’s Prime Day event may have formally ended, but that doesn’t mean all the savings have ended with it. EcoFlow has extended its ongoing Prime Day Sale through to next week, with its TRAIL 200 DC 60,000mAh and TRAIL 300 DC 90,000mAh Portable Power Stations (and bundles) headlining today’s Green Deals at new low prices […]
Solar car maker Aptera is about to go public and I’m worried October 9, 2025
Aptera, the company behind a highly efficient electric vehicle capable of charging from the sun, is about to go public, but its approach raises concerns. Is it the end of another solar car project? more…

Inside EVs

Ford Backtracks On Extending The EV Lease Credit October 10, 2025
The American automaker previously said that it would offer the now-cancelled $7,500 federal tax credit until the end of the year.
Standard Model Y and Model 3: All The Features Tesla Cut October 9, 2025
From FM radio to power mirrors to Autopilot, here's everything Tesla cut to make its cheaper Model 3 and Model Y.
The New Chevy Bolt Is Much Better At Fast-Charging. But That's Not All October 9, 2025
General Motors conducted 100+ fast-charging tests over nine networks nationwide to improve the new Bolt’s charging performance.
Toyota Just Struck A Key Deal To Make Solid-State Batteries October 9, 2025
The Japanese automaker wants to be among the first to bring solid-state tech to market, but it will take at least two more years.
The 2027 Chevy Bolt Will Be ‘Limited Run’ Only October 9, 2025
General Motors revealed the next-generation Bolt on Wednesday. However, you may have to move fast if you want one.
Why General Motors Backed Out Of Its EV Lease Credit Plan October 9, 2025
Plus, Ford dials back F-150 Lightning production, and the Feds threaten to pull back $1.1 billion in grants from GM and Stellantis.
The Tesla Model Y Standard's Fabric Roof Makes No Sense October 9, 2025
Tesla made a new headliner that covers up the glass roof in the Model Y Standard, so it’s still there, but you can’t see through it.
Someone Bought A Brand-New BMW i3 In The U.S. This Year October 9, 2025
The quirky first-generation i3 was discontinued in the U.S. four years ago, so what’s going on?
Ferrari’s First Electric Car Is Coming—And It Will Be A Loud, Quad-Motor Demon October 9, 2025
It's called the Ferrari Elettrica. And it's not just an EV of an existing Ferrari, but a whole new approach to extreme performance.
Tesla Will Sell You A Model 3 Turn Signal Stalk Retrofit For $595 October 9, 2025
After taking away the turn signal on the Model 3, Tesla is asking for money to put it back on U.S.-spec vehicles.

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