Most EV batteries outlast their cars, real-world data shows
Most EV batteries outlast their cars, real-world data shows

A new large‑scale UK dataset suggests EV batteries are holding up far better than many skeptics expected.

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Polestar aims to shake off EV doldrums with 4 new models in 3 years
Polestar aims to shake off EV doldrums with 4 new models in 3 years

Polestar says it will release four new electric models over the next three years, including a new SUV and a revamped version of its Polestar 2 sedan. The Swedish automaker, which is owned by China’s Geely, said it will start delivering its Polestar 5 grand tourer to customers this summer, followed by a new long-roof […]

EPA sued for attacks on science & clean air which hike your energy costs $1.4T
EPA sued for attacks on science & clean air which hike your energy costs $1.4T

A coalition of 17 environmental groups have filed suit against the EPA’s recent illegal attacks on clean air and climate science, pointing out that the rule will raise American energy costs by $1.4 trillion by the EPA’s own numbers, in addition to mass…

Heybike Mars e-bikes up to $800 off from $899 low, Bluetti backpack power station $399 low, Lectric e-bike battery flash sale, more
Heybike Mars e-bikes up to $800 off from $899 low, Bluetti backpack power station $399 low, Lectric e-bike battery flash sale, more

Our top three features in today’s Green Deals are flash sales that won’t be lasting very long, starting with Heybike’s Women’s Day flash sale that is offering up to $800 savings on the Mars 2.0 e-bike variations + a combo at lows starting from $899. We…

This is the off-road electric SUV we want, but can’t have [Images]
This is the off-road electric SUV we want, but can’t have [Images]

Hongqi, a luxury Chinese brand, is preparing to launch its first off-road electric SUV. The off-roader will be equipped with four electric motors and a rugged new design. Here’s our first look at it in action.

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Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11
Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11

Microsoft is working on a bunch of new features for Windows 11, including a new network speed test that you can access from your taskbar. The tool is bundled in an update rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, allowing you to right-click the network icon in the system tray to […]

The Toyota C-HR is back as a sporty AWD electric SUV, but there’s a catch
The Toyota C-HR is back as a sporty AWD electric SUV, but there’s a catch

The C-HR was one of Toyota’s most affordable SUVs, starting at under $25,000. Toyota is bringing it back as a more powerful, all-wheel-drive electric SUV, but it’s not as cheap as expected.

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Audible syncs ebook reading and audiobook listening to keep you focused
Audible syncs ebook reading and audiobook listening to keep you focused

On Wednesday, Audible launched a new “immersion reading” feature that could help readers concentrate on their audiobooks by allowing them to read along with the ebook version. While listening to an audiobook in the Audible app, users can tap the “Read & Listen” button above their book’s cover art to see the text version of […]

Google Gemini adds Lyria 3, an AI model that can create music with words and photos

Lyria 3 can take your words, photos, and videos, and turn them into a custom 30-second track with lyrics in tow. It’s free to use and available within the Gemini. tool picker.
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Polestar goes on the offensive with FOUR new models in THREE years
Polestar goes on the offensive with FOUR new models in THREE years

Polestar just announced the largest product offensive in the company’s history, with plans to bring four new electric vehicles to market in the next three years — including a new SUV and the return of the entry-level Polestar 2!

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