Large Electric SUV Models Coming From Cadillac & Mercedes
Both Cadillac and Mercedes plan to expand their electric car offerings to the SUV market segment in the near future.
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Cadillac LYRIQ Sales Soar!
As I reported yesterday, the share of Cadillac sales that were electric (that is, LYRIQ sales) was the highest of any major automaker — 19% — in the second quarter. The LYRIQ had a significant 7,294 sales in the second quarter to achieve that. The brand’s first full EV performed … [continued]
Top Automakers in US for Share of Their Sales Being Electric — Charts
After three other US auto market reports for the 2nd quarter of 2024, I’m on to the last one, and it’s my favorite one. This one looks at the share of different auto brands’ and auto groups’ sales that are electric*. This report is more fleshed out than ever this … [continued]
After 6 Years, Tesla Finally Accounts For Less Than 50% Of US EV Sales
The US electric vehicle (BEV) market continues to evolve, and that evolution means more models, broader brand and vehicle choice for consumers, more legacy automakers putting forward decent options, and a little more balance in the market. One piece of evidence on that, or one way it’s playing out, is … [continued]
Zeekr VP Burns Cadillac, Highlights “Rise of China” and “Glory of Detroit No More”
What has been going on between Zeekr and Cadillac over in China?! There’s been a little bit of trash talk going on over there in China between Zeekr and Cadillac. This follows some unhappiness among Zeekr customers and then Cadillac trying to capitalize on that unhappiness — but not exactly … [continued]
Elegant or Apocalyptic EVs, Fastned’s Revenue Up to €37.8 M, & More Renewable Energy for…
GM is heavily investing in solar power agreements for three assembly facilities, including the Newport Solar project site that is expected to generate enough electricity to power 30,000 households annually. In addition, this week’s EV lineup appears to bring back Road Warrior, with an upgrade, and the Batmobile, with even … [continued]
Mega Chargers, Micro EVs, & Electric Transport Recalls the Glamorous 50s & 60s (Videos) —…
Below is a roundup of more cleantech news, stories that didn’t grab enough attention for their own standalone article but seem important to highlight nonetheless. This week, Cadillac’s new design strikes a balance between luxury and sustainability, appealing to a certain segment of the automotive culture while also evoking a … [continued]
Cadillac Sollei Concept — Restrained Elegance Or Wretched Excess?
The Cadillac Sollei concept is a battery-electric convertible for those who want something completely different from the ordinary automobile.
Could the $54,000 Cadillac Optiq Be a Huge Hit?
Could the Cadillac Optiq be the next big thing in the US EV market? Cadillac is an interesting brand. Long ago, when my parents and grandparents were young, it was the luxury brand in the United States. It was king of the hill. But, gradually, new options came onto the … [continued]
Butts in Seats: Still Top Way To Get People Buying Electric Cars
Tracking the electric vehicle revolution, it’s sometimes hard to see the trees for the forest, and sometimes it’s hard to see the forest we’re headed into when we’re looking backward at the forest we traversed. Electric vehicle sales have grown enormously in the past decade, as many of us here … [continued]
