2024 Cadillac Lyriq gets fresh trim and paint color options after EV tax credit inclusion

The new 2024 Cadillac Lyriq is set to include several new trim options, a radiant new color selection, and more, as the EV is now eligible for the tax credit with the IRA’s recent update.

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Genesis expands reach in US as EV sales extend into 13th state

Genesis Motor North America has announced the official expansion of EV sales into its 13th state. Starting today, customers can inquire with their local dealer about the availability of both the Genesis GV60 and Electrified G80 as it moves toward becoming an entirely all-electric brand by 2030.

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BYD more likely to build it’s own plant in Europe than take over Ford’s

Just weeks after reports stating Ford was considering selling its German manufacturing facility to BYD, the Chinese automaker appears more keen on erecting its own EV facility in Europe, according to an executive at the company. Here’s the latest.

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Run it all using Renogy’s portable power station with 100W USB-C PD at $430 in New Green Deals

Ready to power your home, campsite, or more, the is a rechargeable battery station that does it all. With a 495Wh capacity, this portable power station delivers three 800W AC outlets, 100W USB-C PD, and dual USB-A options, all without using any gas or oil. It also can be recharged with solar panels, making it a great off-grid solution as well. Coming in at $430 on Amazon, this power station is down $100 from its normal rate and on sale for the first time that we’ve tracked. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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How Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free tech is keeping drivers safe and even changing lives

Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free technology is receiving high praise with advanced features that enhance safety and drivers’ comfort, but for some, the feature is worth more. It can be life-changing.

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BYD helping light up Las Vegas with renewables using massive 543 MWh energy storage system

BYD has announced plans to implement a 543 MWh Cube Pro liquid-cooled energy storage system (ESS) in Las Vegas, expected to begin commercial operation before year’s end. The Chinese automaker and battery specialist shared that the massive ESS will assist Nevada’s largest energy provider in achieving zero carbon emissions by 2050. Vegas, baby.

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Universal Hydrogen receives FAA certification to fly 40+ passenger hydrogen electric plane

Zero-emission aviation developer Universal Hydrogen has shared video footage of its 40+ passenger hydrogen fuel cell plane testing ground handing ahead of its first-ever flight. The video comes with bigger news that the company has received an experimental airworthiness certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to take flight. When it does, it is expected to become the largest hydrogen electric powered aircraft to ever do so.

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This electric pickup render is worth $125 million?

Alpha Motor is raising money from small investors at $125 million for its electric pickup truck that is nothing more than a few renders and a pusher model.

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North America’s largest lithium mine can now break ground – that’s great news for EVs

A US district court judge has upheld the federal government’s decision to approve the Thacker Pass lithium mine – North America’s largest known lithium source – after a permit issued in 2020 faced legal challenges.

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NASA’s first all-electric X-57 Maxwell plane is gearing up for flight

NASA’s first fully electric plane, the X-57 Maxwell, is gearing up for flight after its cruise motor controllers successfully passed critical testing.

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