Lucid Motors to lay off 12 per cent of its workforce
Embattled California-based electric car manufacturer Lucid Motors has confirmed that it will lay off 12 per cent of its workforce in a move intended to “streamline” the company and boost profitability. First reported by TechCrunch late last week, which obtained an internal Lucid memo, the job cuts were later confirmed by other outlets including Reuters. […]
How a Commercial EV Charging Station Benefits Your Business
As electric vehicles (EVs) rapidly gain mainstream adoption across the United States, businesses are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this shift. Installing a commercial EV charging station is no longer a futuristic perk—it’s a strategic move that enhances customer experience, boosts revenue, and strengthens your brand’s sustainability profile. Whether you operate retail locations, office buildings, […]
Lightning deal takes BLUETTI 300W power station to $129, GoTrax XR Elite e-scooter $320, more
Tuesday’s list of deals is on the more affordable side of things with an Amazon Lightning deal striking BLUETTI’s 6-outlet 300W power station down to $129. If that’s not powerful enough, you can still find Segway’s Cube 2000 for $539. And with spring around the corner, now is a good time to start thinking about […]
Spiro Raises $50 Million As Demand For Its Battery Swapping Infrastructure & EVs Surges Across Africa
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Motorcycles are a really big deal in a lot of African countries, with most of them deployed as taxis. Close to 30 million motorcycles on the continent are used in this motorcycle taxi industry. With almost 99% of them still being internal combustion engine motorcycles, […]
Ford teases radical $40,000 mid-size electric ute: Designed to smash the BYD Shark 6 and Toyota HiLux EV for range and efficiency
Ford has teased the affordable mid-sized electric ute it will reveal later this year, dubbing it “one of the most audacious and important projects” in its 122-year history of car-making. Releasing a video teaser of the battery-electric pick-up that details some of its advanced technology, the new all-electric Ford features advanced aerodynamics designed to slash […]
Lamborghini Abandons Its EV Plans
Lamborghini’s CEO confirms that the brand’s first electric vehicle is dead before it arrived. The plan was to launch a high-riding electric two-door in 2028 or 2029, but the project is now officially cancelled. It could still arrive with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, which makes sense given the softened 2035 EU gas car sales ban. […]
Mercedes Will Put A Combustion Engine In Its Baby G-Class: Report
Mercedes wanted to offer its 2027 baby G-Wagen as a pure EV, but it has reportedly thrown ICE into the mix, too. A new report claims that Mercedes will now build the baby G on a platform related to the new CLA, giving it that flexibility. The timeline for its launch hasn’t changed, though, and […]
All-New Punch EV Facelift Launched: Prices Start At ₹9.69 Lakh
Tata Motors has officially launched the facelifted Punch EV in India, introducing meaningful upgrades in design, battery options, charging speed, and in-car technology. Positioned as an accessible electric SUV for urban buyers, the updated model strengthens Tata’s EV portfolio with improved range figures and a strong lifetime battery warranty offering. Ex-showroom prices start at ₹9.69 […]
Tata Punch EV Vs MG Windsor EV: Which Is The Best EV Under ₹15 Lakh?
Tata Punch EV vs MG Windsor EV Design & Road Presence When I first looked at the Tata Punch EV Facelift, I noticed how much sharper and more mature it feels compared to earlier versions. The illuminated logo, split LED headlamps, and closed-off EV grille give it a clean electric identity. Tata has refined the […]
Hitachi rolls out new 13 ton electric excavator that can run 24/7
Hitachci Construction Machinery NV is expanding its lineup of quiet, zero-emissions construction equipment offerings with a new, 13 ton battery electric excavator that can run 24/7 – and it’s just in time to wow the crowds at next month’s CONEXPO in Las Vegas! Dubbed the ZX135-7EB, the new Hitachi excavator promises to deliver performance that’s as […]