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Tesla is currently testing the dual-motor Cybertruck, of which we’ve been getting a lot of pictures, and now we have the best look yet at its wide-but-shallow frunk. We’ve seen photos of the Cybertruck’s massive frunk opening before, but they’ve always been taken from a distance or the side – never a great look at the actual opening and how much space there might be for cargo. Last month, we got a blurry side video of the frunk with the liner open, which gave a pretty good idea of what the opening looks like, but that was still at a…

It seems that GMC is finally significantly increasing production of its all-electric duo – the GMC Hummer EV Pickup and GMC Hummer EV SUV. According to GM Authority, sources familiar with the matter indicate that the company produced 2,439 electric Hummers in July, which after 2,590 units in May and 2,750 units in June, is the third-best month ever and third consecutive above 2,000. If true, the numbers would not be surprising because General Motors recently promised higher production output, which previously was limited due to supply chain issues. Let’s recall also that the GM Factory Zero was offline for…

Last year, the US Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which directs nearly $400 billion in federal funding toward clean energy, via tax incentives, grants, and loans, as per McKinsey. Furthering its electrification efforts, the Biden administration has announced another $15.5 billion for retrofitting existing factories and rehiring workers. The package includes $2B in grants and up to $10B in loans for repurposing ICE plants, the US Department of Energy (DOE) said on August 31, 2023. There’s also a “Notice of Intent” to make an additional $3.5B available for expanding the nation’s grid and boosting local battery manufacturing. The administration…

Battle Motors and Elgin Sweeper Company have collaborated to put the first all-electric street sweeper into service in the US, and we got to drive it. The city of Los Angeles unveiled the new electric sweeper last month, and it’s putting it into service this year, mainly in a test capacity to see how it would work in the city’s fleet. The city has committed to transition to 100% clean energy by 2035, and this is part of that effort. While the vehicle was unveiled just a couple of weeks ago, it’s been touring around various expos, touting its existence…

I remember the first time I saw an electric vehicle (EV) up-front and in-person. I was a middle school teacher in the early 2000s, and a colleague and I had won a grant called Green and Clean. Because we needed to learn about clean energy, we attended a conference that showcased all kinds of cool, futuristic ideas ???? like solar panels and smart grids. At the time, there were some EVs being manufactured by the Norwegian company Th!nk, but the memorable and strange vehicle that day was a VW van that used batteries and had a washing machine motor —…

The 1,020-horsepower Tesla Model S Plaid has had the market for high-performance EVs all to itself for more than two years, but that will change as early as next month, at least in China. That’s because the first Tesla Model S Plaid contender, the Zeekr 001 FR, will start deliveries in China in October with a high-performance electric powertrain that delivers 1,265 horsepower. Built by Geely Group, the Zeekr 001 FR is based on the regular 001 mid-size liftback that recently went on sale in Europe, but it is a completely different kind of beast.  Whereas the most powerful variant…

Rivian tops 400 miles of EPA range with its Max pack. Fisker provides a closer look at its affordable Pear EV. And the Tesla Model 3 gets a new look and more—for Europe. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.  Tesla on Thursday night revealed a revamped version of the Model 3 for Europe. Although it’s about the same dimensions as the outgoing version, a design and styling refresh improves aerodynamics. What Tesla calls an all-new interior doesn’t look all that much different than the current version, but upgraded materials, ventilated front seats, and revamped infotainment and premium sound…

With 57,940 units sold in August, the Song family continues to rank as the top-selling BYD model, up 36.33 percent year-on-year and up 13.04 percent from July. BYD (OTCMKTS: BYDDY) today reported record new energy vehicle (NEV) sales of 274,386 units in August, followed by breakdown figures showing the performance of different models. The Song family continued to rank as the top-selling BYD model with 57,940 units sold in August, up 36.33 percent year-on-year and up 13.04 percent from July. From January to August, Song family models sold 368,211 units, up 50.85 percent year-on-year. The BYD brand’s models include the…

Fisker on Thursday released more details of its Pear urban EV, which was first shown at the automaker’s recent Product Day event, ahead of an additional showing at the Munich auto show this next week. With a targeted base price of $29,900 before the incentives, the Pear will be offered with two battery options allowing 180 miles or 320 miles of range, Fisker claimed in a press release. Both 20-inch and 22-inch wheels will be offered, which will likely impact final range ratings. Rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions are planned, with base models targeting 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds.…

Deepal’s SUV model S7 delivered 10,039 units and SL03 sedan 4,697 units in August. Deepal, Changan Automobile’s new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, delivered a record 14,736 vehicles in August, up 11.87 percent from 13,172 in July, according to data released today. Deepal’s SUV model S7 delivered 10,039 vehicles in August, the company said. Deepal currently has only two models on sale — the SL03 sedan, and the S7. The SL03 delivered 4,697 vehicles in August, CnEVPost calculations show. In January-August, Deepal delivered 69,534 vehicles. Deepal, Changan’s NEV brand launched in 2022, officially launched the Deepal SL03 sedan, a strong competitor…