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Kia's PV5 is the first to use Hyundai 'Pleos' software as orders open in Korea at $35,000

June 12, 2025
Kia’s first electric van is finally here. Although it appears to be from the future, the PV5 boasts impressive interior space, a long driving range, advanced technology, and a range of features. It’s offered in a variety of different configurations, including an upcoming refrigerated truck, a light camper, and a luxury “Prime” model. With orders opening in Korea this week, we are…
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Not dead yet: Bollinger Motors finds a savior in Mullen (again)

June 6, 2025
Electric truck startup Bollinger Motors seemed to be circling the drain last week, but a fresh investment from Mullen Automotive and a new/old face at the helm means there might be life in the medium-duty EV brand, yet. Here’s what we know, so far. Last week, we wrote about a multimillion dollar lawsuit filed by Robert Bollinger that had thrown his eponymous Bollinger Motors brand into…
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Meet Toyota's new Aygo X Hybrid: The cleanest non-plug-in car on the market

June 4, 2025
Toyota’s small crossover just got a huge upgrade. The new Aygo X is the first full hybrid in its segment, and according to Toyota, it’s the cleanest of any non-plug-in car on the market. It’s also getting the GR Sport treatment for the first time. Here’s our first look. Meet the new Toyota Aygo X Hybrid Another popular Toyota model is getting electrified. The Aygo is Toyota’s smallest…
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Meyer Burger just shut down its US solar factory and laid off 282 workers

June 3, 2025
Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger has just pulled the plug on its US solar module factory in Arizona and laid off nearly 300 workers. On May 29, all 282 remaining employees at the Goodyear, Arizona, factory received termination notices, and operations were shut down immediately. The site was still in its ramp-up phase and had a planned annual production capacity of 1.4 gigawatts. Meyer Burger…
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