Testing EVs as Backup Power: A Real-World Experiment for a Week
October 18, 2025
A Nor’easter hits the East Coast, causing power outages. Amid rising electricity demand, could EVs be the grid’s savior?
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GM Faces $1.6B Loss from EV Investments Amid Market Adjustments
October 14, 2025
GM faces a $1.6B hit in Q3 due to idle EV equipment and supplier costs, amid shifting focus to gas-powered vehicles.
ChargePoint’s New Tech to Revolutionize EV Charging by 2026
October 13, 2025
Soon, you’ll be able to juice up your EV in minutes with ChargePoint’s 600 kW fast chargers, set to debut in 2026.
Glacial Floods in Pakistan: Human Knowledge vs. Early Warning Systems
October 13, 2025
Skardu, Pakistan – A shepherd’s quick actions saved a village from a deadly glacier burst, highlighting reliance on human alert systems amid technology mistrust.
Trump Administration’s Freeze on $5B EV Charging Program Reversed
October 10, 2025
President Trump suspended federal climate programs initiated by Biden, including a $5B EV charging network initiative.
EV Mechanics Face Pay Challenges Despite Rising Demand for Skills
October 5, 2025
A mechanic’s badge once meant better pay, but now EV training seems to lead down the wage ladder, sparking frustration.
Oregon Legislature’s Special Session on Transportation Funding Bills
August 31, 2025
Oregon’s special session on Aug. 31 discusses Gov. Kotek’s transportation funding, including gas tax hikes and EV fees.
US Car Sales Slow Amid Tariffs; EV Market Faces Setback in 2023
August 13, 2025
US car sales slow due to tariffs, impacting carmakers. New car sales fell by 300,000 in June, with rising prices ahead.
MCE increases rates for deep green energy plan, first hike in 15 years
July 24, 2025
MCE raises its premium for the cleanest energy plan, “deep green,” for the first time in 15 years, effective Oct. 1.
California Achieves 67% Clean Energy Milestone Despite Federal Challenges
July 17, 2025
California’s clean energy hit a record in 2023, with 67% from carbon-free sources, surpassing the 2019 record of 64%.
Trump’s Budget Bill Sparks Renewable Energy Project Cancellations
July 13, 2025
Uncertainty from Trump’s budget bill led to pauses in Colorado’s renewable projects, affecting jobs and investments.
Geely Uses AI to Boost Hybrid Efficiency and Plans Hydrogen Engine
June 19, 2025
Geely employs AI to boost thermal efficiency in its hybrid system, aiming for hydrogen adaptation by 2025.