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Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Overhauls EV Incentives and ZEV Credits: Impacts for Owners and Industry

President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” slated for signing in the coming days, delivers a seismic shift to electric vehicle (EV) incentives, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) credit systems, and clean energy policies. This legislation, detailed by EV industry analyst Sawyer Merritt, reshapes the landscape for EV owners, automakers, and enthusiasts, balancing new opportunities with significant challenges

Haye KestelooJul 5

Hybrids Take Lead as Electric Vehicle Sales Plummet in California—A Wake-Up Call for EV Industry

Ford

Flood of Affordable Used EVs Hits Market as Lease Returns Surge

A wave of affordable used electric vehicles (EVs) is flooding the market as leases signed under a 2022 tax loophole begin to mature, offering budget-conscious buyers unprecedented access to EVs. According to Cox Automotive, nearly 1 million EVs were leased from early 2022 through March 2025, driven by incentives that made leasing more attractive than…

Haye KestelooJul 2

Ford

Redwood Materials Transforms Old EV Batteries into Affordable Microgrids for Energy Storage

Redwood Materials, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, is giving retired EV batteries a second life by converting them into cost-effective microgrids, the company announced on Thursday. By repurposing still-functional batteries, Redwood’s new division, Redwood Energy, is creating modular energy storage systems that address critical energy grid gaps at a fraction of the…

Haye KestelooJun 27

Nissan

Nissan Unveils New Leaf EV to Reclaim Electric Vehicle Leadership

Nissan is making a bold move to recapture its electric vehicle (EV) crown with the launch of the third-generation Leaf, unveiled on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. This revamped model, showcased at the Tokyo Motor Show, aims to revive the company’s EV dominance after slipping from a mass-market pioneer to a laggard since the original Leaf…

Haye KestelooJun 18

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Shifts EV Strategy with Scalable Systems Platform Delay

Volkswagen is rethinking its electric vehicle (EV) ambitions as demand cools, delaying its all-new Scalable Systems Platform (SSP) and integrating range-extending gas engines into the mix. Published by Autoblog, this strategic pivot marks a significant turn for the German automaker, traditionally a leader in the EV race. The move reflects broader industry trends as automakers…

Haye KestelooJun 10

Automakers Revive EREVs to Tackle the Future of Electric Driving

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption faces hurdles like range anxiety and charging infrastructure gaps, automakers are turning to extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) to bridge the gap. A recent NBC News report highlights how EREVs, a type of plug-in hybrid, offer a practical solution by combining electric propulsion with a small gas engine, delivering impressive ranges…

Haye KestelooMay 31

Tesla

Japan’s $7,000 Single-Seat EV Sparks a Revolution in Compact Mobility

In the rural outskirts of Hiroshima, a Japanese startup named KG Motors is making waves in the electric vehicle (EV) industry with its ultra-compact, single-seat mibot. Priced at just $7,000 (¥1 million), this battery-powered one-seater has already secured over half of its 3,300-unit production goal in pre-sales, positioning it to outpace even Toyota in Japan’s…

Haye KestelooMay 28

Tesla

Used Tesla Prices Plummet as Resale Values Hit Record Lows in 2025

The electric vehicle (EV) market is facing a turbulent shift as used Tesla resale values have taken a sharp dive in 2025, driven by a mix of oversupply, consumer sentiment, and industry-wide depreciation trends. According to a recent Forbes report, Tesla owners are grappling with a steep 27% year-over-year drop in resale value, making now…

Haye KestelooMay 26

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