BMW’s Smallest EV Now Looks Like A Mini iX3
The next iX1 gets a full rethink, bringing cleaner styling, new tech, and the potential for faster charging and longer range by Brad Anderson 19 minutes ago BMW iX1 adopts Neue Klasse styling with a cleaner look. The EV is expected to share battery and motor tech with iX3. Single-motor variants are expected to launch […]
First drive: Nissan Micra adopts curves over angular design
Design is set to make the difference. At least, that is the view of Kira Gerle-Plarinos, the Product Manager responsible for the Micra at Nissan Germany, when asked how the Japanese brand’s model stands out from its alliance sibling, the Renault 5 E-Tech, which also supplies the technology for the Micra. “Those who prefer a […]
Who’s leading France’s 100 kW+ EV Charging Race? A deep dive into the 2025 Fast-Charging landscape
Top 5 HPC Charge Point Operators operators; on highways, near highways and other locations In this article powered by data and insights of Gireve, we explore the current landscape of France’s high-power charging market. We examine the top five operators per segment, their strategies, and how usage trends reveal both strengths and opportunities for improvement. […]
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: More Range, More Power
The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV arrives with a comprehensive set of upgrades, reinforcing its position as Mitsubishi’s electrified flagship. With increased electric range, more power, enhanced comfort, and improved efficiency, the latest model builds on a proven formula that continues to attract new buyers to the brand. Set to reach dealerships in early May, pricing […]
Audi teases entry-level electric A2 e-tron
German automaker Audi has flagged the release of a new A2 e-tron, a compact electric vehicles (EVs) that the company hopes will “open up access to premium electric mobility”. “We’ve listened,” declared Gernot Döllner, Audi CEO. “Our customers want electric mobility that impresses in everyday life. The A2 e-tron is our promise to deliver exactly that – efficient, […]
Volkswagen prepares market launch for the new ID. Cross in 2026
Volkswagen is gearing up for the European debut of the ID. Cross, a compact electric five‑seater set to arrive in autumn 2026 with a starting price of around 28,000 euros. Designed for customers seeking practical, everyday electric mobility at an accessible price point, the model is already drawing attention as it appears in Amsterdam wrapped […]
BYD, Kia, & Volkswagen Show EV Revolution Is Still Going Strong
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. The EV news today begins with the announcement by Volvo that its delightful EX30 is being withdrawn from the US market, due largely to official hostility to electric cars by the current administration. As disconcerting as that might be, it is just another example of […]
Vineyard Wind 1 is finally fully built
Photo: Avangrid Renewables Vineyard Wind 1 has now completed construction of all 62 of its offshore wind turbines, a major milestone for the first utility-scale offshore wind farm in the US. The 800-megawatt project sits about 15 miles south of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, and when it’s fully online, it’s expected to generate enough electricity […]
Zeekr starts pre-sales for 8X hybrid SUV to expand premium lineup
The Zeekr 8X pre-sales start at 376,800 yuan ($54,640), marking Zeekr’s further expansion into the premium plug-in hybrid market. Equipped with a tri-motor system delivering up to 1,030 kW of combined power, the model is expected to begin mass deliveries in the second quarter. (Zeekr 8X. Image credit: Zeekr) Geely’s premium electric vehicle (EV) brand […]
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Review: Software-Defined But Not Soulless
The Mercedes-Benz CLA With EQ Technology is one of my favorite new electric cars because it does something rare: it’s defined by its tech but without feeling like it was designed by someone who hates driving. It’s also the first electric Mercedes since the EQC that I’d actually spend my own money on, since it’s […]