Meet mibot, the $7,000 tiny EV that’s about take Japan by storm. It may be small, but the mini EV is already seeing strong interest with the first models now being delivered.
The $7,000 mibot mini EV is out for delivery
It’s no secret that Japan isn’t really known for its appreciation of electric vehicles, with Toyota, Honda, and Nissan among the biggest laggards in the transition to…
Tesla (TSLA) does something unsual ahead of Q4 delivery results
December 31, 2025
In a surprising move, Tesla (TSLA) has publicly released a delivery consensus for the fourth quarter of 2025 via a press release on its investor relations website. This is a significant departure from the automaker’s standard operating procedure, suggesting it is trying to…
Google just spent $4.75B chasing power for AI data centers
December 31, 2025
Alphabet is buying energy and data center developer Intersect for $4.75 billion in cash, plus the assumption of debt – a clear signal that securing power, not just servers, has become one of Google’s biggest bottlenecks as AI demand explodes.
Google just bought an…
EIA: All net new generating capacity in 2026 may be renewables
December 31, 2025
During the first 10 months of 2025, solar and battery storage have dominated growth among competing energy sources. Further, all net new generating capacity in 2026 is forecast to be provided by renewable energy and batteries, according to data recently released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign.
Solar set new records in October
EIA’s latest…
$29K Dodge Charger — is this 50% off EV deal too good to miss?
December 30, 2025
We talk all about the whys and hows behind the all-electric Dodge Charger failing to light up the sales boards the way it lit up its rear tires, but with a base price around $60,000 it hardly seemed to matter — now that Dodge dealers are slashing prices by nearly 50%…
Volkswagen's new entry-level EV may not be so cheap after all
December 30, 2025
The ID. Polo is arriving in 2026 as the first of a new family of entry-level Volkswagen EVs. It was initially expected to start at 25,000 euros ($30,000), but that may no longer be the case. At least, not right away.
Volkswagen delays entry-level ID. Polo EV
Volkswagen is…
E-quipment highlight: Zamboni 552AC electric ice surfacer
December 30, 2025
In the world of professional hockey, the only thing that might be more iconic than the legendary Stanley Cup might be the Zamboni – the mighty ice-smoothing machines that keep the rink fast, flawless, and game-ready. And, thanks to battery power, today’s Zambonis can do the job more quietly, cleanly, and efficiently than ever.
We’ve written about how, despite the fact that affordable…
For years, Tesla Powerwall has been the go-to recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first home solar and battery backup solutions. But with a recent recall on more than 10,000 home batteries over fire safety concerns…
Renault Group closes out 2025 with a new EV efficiency record
December 29, 2025
First shown earlier this year as a styling concept, the Renault Filante Record 2025 technology demonstrator has been continually developed to prove that it’s got more than racy looks going for it. The concept drove more than 1,000 km in less than 10 hours, proving that…
Honda buys out EV battery plant in the US for nearly $3B as it preps for an all-new lineup
December 29, 2025
Honda agreed to buy its co-owned EV battery plant in Ohio from LG Energy Solutions as it prepares for an all-new dedicated lineup.
Honda buys US EV battery plant from LG for $2.9 billion
The facility, L-H Battery Company, is part of Honda and LG Energy’s joint venture in the US. Honda and LG announced in October 2022 plans to invest up to $4.4 billion to establish the “Honda EV Hub” in…
