Rivian launches its critical mass-market R2 SUV in Utah after years of delays, positioning it as a Tesla Model Y competitor and a potential turning point for the automaker's viability.

Tesla's China-made EV sales jumped 39-40% in May, marking strong recovery after earlier market slowdown and intensifying competition.

Worldwide electric vehicle sales crossed 20 million threshold, with China driving majority of growth and tightening market control.

Grid-scale battery storage in California delivered unprecedented power output during peak demand hours, demonstrating feasibility of large-scale storage.

Every vehicle in China's top 16 best-sellers list shifted to EV in May, marking structural collapse of internal combustion engine market dominance.

General Motors announced V2G activation for current customers at a San Francisco event, with plans for grid-scale battery storage expansion.

BYD's ultra-fast charging stations debut in Europe and UK, offering comparable speeds to gas stations at potentially lower cost than Tesla's network.

Pennsylvania's dormant Three Mile Island reactor advances toward reactivation with federal waivers and regulatory approvals, signaling renewed interest in nuclear power.

Global analysis shows solar overtaking gas as cheaper, more secure energy source in majority of major economies.

European Union announces major funding mobilization for clean energy infrastructure to support renewable energy and climate goals.

Waymo purchased Apple's 5,500-acre autonomous vehicle proving ground in Wittmann for nearly double Apple's original investment, signaling commitment to AV development.

US greentech surge aligns with renewables overtaking coal in power generation, reshaping global energy landscape.

Chinese solar maker Qcells started production at its new Cartersville, Georgia solar cell factory, the largest of its kind in the US.

Peer-reviewed study quantifies health benefits of China's rapid shift to EVs, showing dramatic reduction in urban air pollution mortality.

Toyota Highlander BEV and Lexus TZ will launch by end of 2026, bringing three-row seating and 300-mile range to Toyota's EV lineup.

Ford's electric vehicle sales dropped 70% in first quarter due to F-150 Lightning production halt and inventory constraints.

US solid-state battery maker Factorial Energy went public on Nasdaq after proving 745-mile real-world driving range capability.

Battery giant CATL projects half its 2030 revenue will shift from EV batteries to stationary grid-scale energy storage systems.

General Motors expanded partnership with Redwood Materials to cover battery manufacturing, scrap recovery, recycling, and second-life energy storage applications.

European solar generation hit record levels, with daily consumer savings topping €135 million and new production records across major countries.

Mexico unveiled Olinia, its first domestically-developed electric vehicle, targeting mass-market affordability at under $9,000.

Independent battery experts conducted investigation revealing Donut Lab's claimed solid-state battery is actually conventional lithium-ion cell.

Japanese solar firm TOYO announced expansion of Texas manufacturing with new HJT solar cell facility investment.

Stellantis selected Wayve to provide autonomous driving technology for door-to-door capability across its vehicle portfolio.