The Polestar 4 now comes from South Korea instead of China

The crossover coupe with no rear window will be assembled by Renault in South Korea. The crossover coupe with no rear window will be assembled by Renault in South Korea. Andrew J. Hawkins is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New… Continue reading The Polestar 4 now comes from South Korea instead of China

Schneider Electric, Siemens AG, and GE Vernova Take Top Spots in ABI Research’s Energy Grid Digitalization Technologies Competitive Ranking

LONDON, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new Competitive Ranking by global intelligence firm ABI Research finds that Schneider Electric is the leading provider of energy grid digitalization technology, beating Siemens AG and GE Vernova to the top spot overall with its comprehensive portfolio of solutions, leading the market across innovation and implementation criteria. The… Continue reading Schneider Electric, Siemens AG, and GE Vernova Take Top Spots in ABI Research’s Energy Grid Digitalization Technologies Competitive Ranking

Renault Austral

Under the bonnet sits Renault’s familiar E-Tech Full Hybrid powertrain, which in this application pairs a 129bhp 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with a 67bhp front-mounted electric motor and a 34bhp integrated starter-generator. All in, it makes 197bhp and 302lb ft for a rather modest 8.4sec 0-62mph time.  Like the Rafale, the Austral pulls away… Continue reading Renault Austral

Clean Technica: New Jersey Turnpike Tells EV Drivers — No Tesla Superchargers For You!004047

Last Updated on: 3rd June 2025, 12:12 am I have been writing about electric vehicles for over a decade, and a lot of those stories have to do with charging. In essence, for the past decade at least, there have been two kinds of those stories — one extolling the virtues of Tesla Superchargers and… Continue reading Clean Technica: New Jersey Turnpike Tells EV Drivers — No Tesla Superchargers For You!004047

Clean Technica: Top Selling EV Brands & Auto Groups in Europe — April Sales Report004046

After reporting on the top selling EV models in Europe in April, let’s now take a look at the auto brands and groups selling the most plugin vehicles. Looking at the plugin auto brand ranking, the title could be Premium brands take a beating. Another possible, more predictable title could be Tesla crashes in Europe.… Continue reading Clean Technica: Top Selling EV Brands & Auto Groups in Europe — April Sales Report004046

Clean Technica: Europe EV Sales Report — Sales Surge 33% YoY! *004045

Last Updated on: 2nd June 2025, 11:31 pm * If we exclude a cratering Tesla (-50% YoY). We have positive news from Europe, with some 282,000 plugin vehicles being registered in Europe in April, jumping 28% year over year (YoY), or 33% if we exclude a falling Tesla. This is their biggest growth rate since… Continue reading Clean Technica: Europe EV Sales Report — Sales Surge 33% YoY! *004045

Nissan’s new $17,000 EV scores early in China as orders surge, but is it enough?

The N7 is surprisingly stylish and affordable, starting at under $17,000 in China. A month after launching, Nissan’s new EV has already secured over 17,200 orders, but will it be enough to keep pace in China? Nissan’s new N7 EV secures 17,215 orders in China After launching the N7 on April 28, Dongfeng-Nissan announced the… Continue reading Nissan’s new $17,000 EV scores early in China as orders surge, but is it enough?

Renault India Launches Discovery Days with Offers and Customer Engagement Activities

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the French automaker Renault Group, has announced the launch of its ‘Discovery Days’ campaign, to be held nationwide from June 6 to June 16, 2025. The initiative is aimed at encouraging customer engagement through promotional offers and dealership-based events. As part of the campaign, Renault showrooms will host… Continue reading Renault India Launches Discovery Days with Offers and Customer Engagement Activities

Nissan launches new, mid-size PHEV pickup that undercuts $20K Slate *

Zhengzhou Nissan has launched a new, plug-in pickup in the Chinese market called the Z9. It’s the same size as the Nissan Frontier Pro, offers over 35 miles of all-electric range, and pricing starts at just $16,600. * in China. Positioned as the electrified sibling of the domestically-built Nissan Frontier Pro, the Zhengzhou Nissan Z9… Continue reading Nissan launches new, mid-size PHEV pickup that undercuts $20K Slate *

Car Deal of the Day: The Hyundai i20 supermini brings cheap thrills at only £165 a month

Sharp design Fun to drive and over 52mpg Just £164.95 a month It’s sometimes easy to forget about cars when they’re as complete as the Hyundai i20. The stylish little five-door offers everything the supermini buyer could wish for, especially when it comes to value for money. This deal from Leasing Options, via the Auto Express Find… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: The Hyundai i20 supermini brings cheap thrills at only £165 a month