Jackery has just pulled the wraps off its newest portable power station, the Explorer 1500 Ultra, and it’s aiming squarely at people who actually use these things outside – not just those who keep them pristine in a garage for the occasional blackout. Unveiled this week at CES 2026, the new unit is designed to be tougher, lighter, and more weather-resistant than most power stations in its…
For the first time in the US, a battery-electric semi truck has successfully been charged at highway speeds, and without wires thanks to a new, patent-pending system designed by a team of Purdue University engineers with support from Cummins.
First announced last April as a…
China introduced its first national standard for solid-state EV batteries as the “holy grail” of battery tech moves closer toward mass production.
China launches solid-state EV battery national standard
China has emerged as a true automotive powerhouse thanks to its…
Hyundai and Kia gained an edge over surging Chinese brands like BYD after South Korea raised subsidies and introduced additional policies to support EVs.
Hyundai and Kia win new EV support in Korea
South Korea, like many key global auto markets, is quickly being flooded with Chinese EVs, such as those from BYD. To help boost domestic sales, the government is introducing new subsidies and other…
Two more offshore wind developers are suing the Trump administration after it abruptly ordered construction to stop on offshore wind projects that were already nearing completion.
On January 1, Revolution Wind filed a supplemental complaint in federal court in Washington…
Tesla has released a new video showing a Tesla Semi truck charging at a massive 1.2 megawatts (MW), finally giving us a clear look at the charging speeds that will enable long-haul electric trucking.
For years, we have been waiting to see the “Megacharger” in action.
The Genesis GV90 is a stunning flagship luxury SUV [Video]
January 2, 2026
The GV90 will be the brand’s largest, most luxurious SUV yet. With its official debut coming up, a production version of the Genesis GV90 was spotted in public for the first time, offering a closer look at the stunning SUV.
The Genesis GV90 is a stunning flagship SUV
Genesis vehicles already have a unique design that’s hard to miss. The big Creste Grille, Two-Line Quad Lamps, and smooth…
Talaria Komodo launched as new 65 MPH electric dirt bike
January 2, 2026
Talaria has been steadily pushing further into high-performance electric off-road bikes, and its latest machine looks like a serious leap forward. The new Talaria Komodo electric dirt bike cranks things up in just about every way, from power and speed to battery capacity and…
If the market failures of the Dodge Charger Daytona and VW ID.Buzz have proved anything at all, it’s that the Baby Boomer era is over, and their kids — GenX and Millenials alike — aren’t willing to pay a premium for a vehicle that looks like something their dad once…
Kia is shaking things up with several new electric and hybrid SUVs set to join its lineup in 2026. Here’s what’s coming.
What will Kia’s EV and SUV lineup look like in 2026?
Coming off its best November sales month since launching in the US over 33 years ago, Kia America said it’s on track for its third consecutive record sales year in 2025.
With the recent changes under the Trump…
