Total Cost of Ownership in California
Summary This analysis builds on a previous report, which analyzed the average total cost of ownership of a similar electric and gasoline vehicle. Since EV drivers in California generally experience a different cost of living than the country as a whole, including higher electricity prices on average and higher vehicle registration fees, we decided to […]
Another Electric Vehicle Benefit: No Catalytic Converters To Be Stolen
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. There is sort of a humorous situation in the US now with some people having a bit of gasoline price anxiety because of geopolitical conflict and instability. It may be seen as humorous because the cost of climate change impacts globally could be trillions of […]
The fossil car industry in Norway is nearly dead. Who are selling the last ICE vehicles?
As reported in The Driven last week, only 12 petrol vehicles were sold in Norway in February as the share of full battery EVs reached 98 per cent. Back in August 2024, I wrote an article about how only 45 petrol vehicles were sold in July that year and discussed which makes and models they […]
MG Unveils MGS9 7-Seat Plug-In Hybrid SUV
The Chinese-British automaker MG has officially revealed the MG MGS9 PHEV, its first-ever seven-seat SUV, marking a major expansion of the brand’s electrified lineup. Designed with families in mind, the new plug-in hybrid combines practical three-row seating, strong electric range, and a generous equipment list at a competitive price point. Available to order now in […]
BYD’s Denza Z9 GT unveiled with over 1,000 km claimed range
BYD’s premium brand Denza has unveiled the Z9 GT, claiming more than 1,000 km of range on China’s CLTC test cycle – a new benchmark for production electric cars. In a post on Weibo, the company shared an image with the caption: “Denza Z9 GT: The All-New Denza Z9 GT – The world’s longest-range pure […]
VinFast Secures Fleet Deals For 20,000 Electric Vehicles In Indonesia
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. VinFast has signed agreements with two Indonesian transportation companies that could see up to 20,000 electric vehicles deployed in commercial service over the next several years, strengthening the Vietnamese automaker’s push into Southeast Asia’s largest economy. The memoranda of understanding involve PT Satu Kosong Tujuh […]
First glimpse and basic Škoda Epiq specifications
Škoda has unveiled the first public glimpse of the new Škoda Epiq, a compact electric crossover that aims to bring affordable electric mobility to urban drivers. The camouflaged prototype was spotted on the streets of Porto, Portugal, where the city’s colourful backdrop underscored the model’s playful, agile character. Škoda positions the Epiq as a production-ready […]
Porsche likely to continue development of electric 718 successors
According to Car Sales, citing statements from Daniel Schmollinger, CEO of Porsche Cars Australia, the company is still developing the electric successors to the 718 model. “We can’t tell yet when it’s coming, but I had the chance to drive it, and it is actually amazing,” Schmollinger revealed. The new Porsche 718 is expected to […]
Slate Names New CEO Months Before Launching Its Cheap EV Truck
Just months before it’s set to launch its roughly $25,000 electric pickup truck, Slate Auto has a new CEO. Peter Faricy took over the role from longtime Chrysler executive Chris Barman on Monday, Newsweek first reported. Barman, who has been the public face of the company since it came out of stealth about a year ago, […]
Driving Forward with EV Charging Innovations in 2026
As EV adoption accelerates, charging station owners need solutions that go beyond basic functionality—solutions that simplify management, maximize uptime, and deliver an exceptional driver experience. In 2026, EV Connect is raising the bar with two major updates: the launch of Software+ and streamlined EV Connect Shield™ protection plans. These innovations are designed to make station […]