AutoTrader Says Fuel Crunch Puts Diesel Vehicle Sales Under Pressure As South Africans Look To Electric Alternatives
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. The unintended consequence of South Africa’s fuel crunch may be doing what the prevailing local environment that lacks supportive policy and incentives has long struggled to achieve: pushing more motorists to consider electric vehicles over diesel. In the absence of incentives for battery-electric vehicles (BEV) […]
The Kia EV5 Is The Boxier, Cheaper Alternative To The EV6. With One Catch.
Kia’s not going to stop until there’s an EV for every number, is it? It’s no bad thing—small numbers mean small cars, big numbers mean big cars, and we all know where we stand. (Polestar: Please take note.) The latest EV5 is… in the middle, I suppose. And it’s a slot that could do rather […]
$10,000 Leapmotor A10 is the new-age Neon Stellantis needs
Stellantis’ US operations are in desperate need of new, modern, affordable products that aren’t tainted by the toxic meatheads shredding tires with their Hemi V8s. A new-age Neon, tucked in at just under $20,000 with zippy performance and a simple, unpretentious interior could be just what dealers need to bring in new buyers. I’ve argued […]
5 Reasons Businesses Are Installing EV Chargers in 2026
As businesses accelerate toward electrification, having the right EV charging solution – and the right partner – makes all the difference. This is where CITA EV Chargers stand out, offering globally trusted technology, a wide range of AC and DC chargers, and smart charging capabilities tailored for modern business needs. Whether you’re setting up […]
Subaru Teases New Electric SUV Ahead of 2026 NY Auto Show
Subaru is accelerating its transition to electrification at a surprising pace. After years of lagging behind rivals, the Japanese automaker is quickly building out a growing EV lineup—and its next model could be the most significant yet. Set to debut at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru’s newest electric SUV has been previewed through […]
Dodge, Jeep, Ram, FIAT and Maserati BEVs get access to Tesla’s Supercharger network
Stellantis electric‑vehicle owners across North America now have significantly expanded fast‑charging options, thanks to newly enabled access to more than 27,500 Tesla Supercharger locations. The move marks a major step in the company’s strategy to simplify public charging and strengthen its EV ecosystem. Beginning today, drivers of battery‑electric models from Dodge, Jeep, Ram, FIAT, and […]
New ChargePoint Fees: What’s Changing and Who Pays More
On March 1, 2026, ChargePoint began rolling out newly standardized per‑session service fees across its network—fees that apply in addition to whatever pricing a station owner already sets for energy use. According to ChargePoint, these fees are intended to support reliability, customer service, and continued platform investment. But the reaction from EV drivers and industry […]
2026 Suzuki e-Vitara Review: Japanese brand’s first EV has some familiar traits, but lacks the price focus of BYD, Jaecoo and MG
Suzuki is stepping into the electric era with the 2026 e-Vitara, a model that signals a shift for a brand long associated with affordable, no-nonsense petrol SUVs. This isn’t just the brand’s first EV, but Suzuki attempting to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving market. In a world of CO2 emissions regulations that’s never been […]
Indore EV Fire: 8 Dead, But Was EV Charging Really The Cause? What We Know So Far
In the early hours of Wednesday, March 19, a massive fire broke out at a three-storey house in Brajeshwari Annex Colony, near Bengali Square in Indore. Twelve members of a family were sleeping inside. By morning, eight of them were dead, including two small children, three women, and three men. Three people survived. The victims […]
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 […]