12,000 New EV Fast Chargers Planned For Germany In Four Years
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. There has been much good news about electric vehicle charging recently, ranging from 8,000 new EV chargers to be installed in Canada and 10,000 planned for the UK. Now comes even more: 12,000 fast charging ports (400 kW) for Germany, and in just the next […]
2026 Tata Punch EV Facelift Vs Mahindra 3XO EV: Full Comparison
Tata Motors has launched the Punch EV Facelift, refreshing its popular compact electric SUV with better features and updated styling. At the same time, Mahindra, one of India’s most established and trusted manufacturers, is already offering the XUV 3XO EV in the same segment, making the competition even stronger. Both cars sit in a similar […]
The three-row Toyota Highlander BEV debuts in North America
Toyota Motor Corporation has announced a major expansion of its electric vehicle strategy in North America with the premiere of the Toyota Highlander BEV, a fully electric version of its popular three-row SUV. The new model was revealed on February 11, 2026 (JST), during an event in Ojai, California, and is scheduled to go on […]
Car Debt Is Crushing American Buyers
Americans with negative equity were $7,214 underwater, on average, in Q4 2025, per Edmunds. That’s an all-time record, and a shocking 29.3% of buyers with trade-ins have negative equity. Dealers and automakers are partially responsible, but so too are consumers that demand bigger, more feature-packed cars despite not really being able to afford them. I was […]
Latest EV Charging Report Highlights Industry Growth in 2025
A new industry report with full-year 2025 data highlights impressive growth for the U.S. EV charging industry including DC fast charging (DCFC). 18,000+ new DCFC ports were deployed in 2025, approximately 30% increase over 2024. It’s a great time to be an EV driver and site host! 18,041 new DC fast charging (DCFC) ports were […]
Nio sets Apr 9 for flagship ES9 SUV tech launch ahead of Beijing Auto Show
Nio will hold a tech launch event for its flagship ES9 SUV on April 9, slightly earlier than the April 10 date previously expected by company executives. The automaker will also introduce minor upgrades to its core “5566” lineup this year to boost overall market competitiveness. (A Nio ES9 filing image.) Nio Inc (NYSE: NIO, […]
Tesla loses Toyota and Stellantis from its EU CO2 pool, taking billions with them
New Tesla Model Y; via Tesla. Toyota and Stellantis are both withdrawing from Tesla’s European CO2 emissions pool for 2026, according to new EU filings. The two automakers were among the largest paying members of the pool. The move is the latest blow to Tesla’s regulatory credit revenue, which has already been shrinking globally after […]
“Amazing” and “very popular”: Chery PHEV diesel 4×4 wagon based on new KP31 ute wanted in Australia to fight Toyota Prado and Ford Everest!
If you like the idea of a plug-in hybrid diesel ute as previewed by the Chery KP31, how about a 4×4 wagon version. Chery Australia definitely likes that idea and is keen for it to happen. “Wouldn’t it be amazing?” said Chery Australia COO Lucas Harris when the proposition was put to him by EV […]
Surge in Electric Vehicle Interest: How the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic Shaped Sustainable Transportation Trends
The COVID-19 pandemic changed life. It changed how people ride and care for nature. One change was a rise in electric car interest. Car sales fell, yet electric car sales got stronger. Global numbers show fast growth in China, Europe, and the United States. The Pandemic’s Initial Impact: Disruptions and Challenges In early 2020, lockdowns […]
Workplace EV Charging Scheme 2026: UK Business Guide
The Workplace EV Charging Scheme continues to empower UK businesses transitioning to electric mobility. Organisations investing in scalable, certified infrastructure today will be better prepared for evolving regulations, employee needs, and fleet electrification. At CITA EV Charger, we deliver intelligent workplace EV chargers built for real-world scalability. Our 44 kW dual AC chargers support […]