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Kia has a slate of new EVs and hybrid SUVs coming in 2026

Published: Jan 28nd 2026 2:55am on Electrek

Kia is betting big on new electric and hybrid vehicles to drive growth in 2026. Here’s what’s coming.

How long do solar panels last? New study shows it’s longer than you think!

Published: Jan 28nd 2026 1:15am on Electrek

Like EVs, solar panels are sold with warranties – but what happens when the warranty runs out? A Swiss university study of solar installations from the 1980s and ’90s found many still generating most of their original power.

Now another US state wants to force registrations for e-bikes

Published: Jan 28nd 2026 7:04am on Electrek

Just as the dust is settling from New Jersey’s widely criticized move to treat many electric bicycles more like motor vehicles, another state is floating a proposal that has riders and advocates shaking their heads.

Indiana brought a 150 MW solar farm online, and it’s just the beginning

Published: Jan 28nd 2026 12:39am on Electrek

EDP Renewables’ new 150-megawatt solar project is now feeding power into Indiana’s grid, as utilities look for more reliable, in-state generation.

EVgo bets on NACS as Tesla’s charging port takes over US EVs

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 10:01am on Electrek

EVgo is betting big on Tesla’s charging standard. After a 2025 pilot that put nearly 100 NACS connectors online across 22 major metro areas, the public fast-charging provider says it plans to scale quickly, with more than 500 NACS connectors expected to be installed by the end of this year at both existing sites and new locations.

The Hyundai Kona is getting a sleek new look, and it looks a lot like this EV concept [Video]

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 9:57am on Electrek

The Hyundai Kona is about to look a lot different. Hyundai is scrapping plans for a mid-cycle facelift and will instead introduce an entirely new Kona.

This new Chinese EV pickup looks a Toyota Hilux, but it’s only $18,000

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 7:09am on Electrek

It looks almost identical to a Toyota Hilux, but it’s about half the price. Chery Automotive launched its first electric pickup, starting at just 127,800 yuan ($18,300).

Segway Xyber and Xafari e-bikes from $1,800 low + power station sale, EcoFlow expanded DELTA 2 Max flash bundle $1,399, more

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 7:00am on Electrek

Leading our Tuesday Green Deals is Segway’s Xyber Electric Bike dropping to $3,000 to join the ongoing Xafari Electric Bike being at its $1,800 low – plus, we also have the brand’s Lumina and Cube Power Stations (and accessories) at up to 50% off starting from $130. Right behind is EcoFlow’s latest 48-hour flash sale that is closing out the brand’s current Disaster Winter Storm Sale, and offering the DELTA 2 Max Power Station with an expansion battery at $1,399. There’s also Hiboy’s S2 series of e-scooters getting discounts, a new 2-in-1 Worx combo kit low, a rechargeable AAA + AA battery charger steal, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $3,389 exclusive savings to a new low price on the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra Power Station and Smart Home Panel 2 bundle, and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals 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.

Tesla lands major Semi charging deal with nation’s largest truck stop operator

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 6:36am on Electrek

Pilot, the nation’s largest operator of travel centers, has announced a partnership with Tesla to install Semi chargers at select locations along major highway corridors. The first sites are expected to open in Summer 2026.

GM expects ‘significantly’ lower EV volume in 2026 as adjustments drag on earnings

Published: Jan 27nd 2026 4:47am on Electrek

General Motors’ (GM) recent plans to scale back EV production in the US cost the company over $7 billion in 2025. Despite selling nearly 100,000 electric vehicles last year, GM is calling for “significantly” lower EV volume this year.