electric cars

Published
November 23, 2023

U.S. electric vehicle sales to hit record this year, but still lag China and Germany

It will be the first time more than 1 million EVs are sold in the U.S. in one calendar year, probably reaching between 1.3 million and 1.4 million cars.
Published
October 8, 2023

The Recycle Bin: A look at energy efficiency in personal transportation
Published
October 1, 2023

Our View: Clean vehicle standards will get Maine where it needs to go

Requiring electric vehicles to be sold here is a logical step toward reducing carbon emissions and building a cleaner, healthier economy.
Published
September 30, 2023

Maine Voices: We can’t be hypocritical about the full cost of ditching fossil fuels

As we electrify, Mainers should also demand that we produce as much energy as we consume within our borders.
Published
August 28, 2023

Letter to the editor: Yes, Mainers are ready to drive electric – and for good reason

Published
August 7, 2023

Letter to the editor: Maine must adopt stronger clean-car standards
Published
August 3, 2023

Maine expands electrical vehicle charging stations statewide

The state plans to open 12 more charging stations, from Brunswick to Machias.
Published
August 1, 2023

Ford restarts factory after retooling to increase F-150 output, says orders are up

Two weeks ago, Ford slashed prices on the electric trucks by thousands of dollars across the board in anticipation of increased factory output, falling costs for battery raw materials and internal efforts to scale production.
Published
July 3, 2023

Tesla and China’s BYD post record sales on surge in electric-vehicle demand

In addition to slashing prices across its lineup, Tesla has offered perks such as 3 months of free fast-charging in the U.S. and insurance-related subsidies in China to stoke sales.
Published
April 22, 2023

‘Every day should be Earth Day’: Celebration, rally held in Portland

The city and its residents tout the strides toward sustainability, with a rally and march from Monument Square to Portland City Hall, and an event at Payson Park.