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 thought was cool. As GenX becomes the largest and richest new car-buying demographic, manufacturers need to find out what…
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…
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…
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 get ahead of what looks to be a disappointing quarter.
By the end of the week, Tesla is expected to report its Q4 delivery…
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…
$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%, however, is this retro EV finally worth a look?
SKIP THE STORY: take me to the deal!
Having witnessed the sales success of the…
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…
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 following a year (or more) of CEO Elon Musk’s political antics, more and more people are beginning to look for alternatives to…
