Category: eV

New Tesla Referral Program Goes Live for Cars and Solar Purchases

The Tesla referral program has had a long and storied history. The first incarnation offered massive incentives like the ability to earn free Tesla Power Walls and even a Tesla Roadster if you had enough referrals. Over time the rewards dwindled and Tesla car purchases were eliminated from the program entirely.  Most recently, the Tesla […]

Review: Don’t buy the 2023 Vinfast VF 8 City Edition

2023 Vinfast VF 8 City EditionIn April of last year Green Car Reports went to Vietnam for an early preview of the Vinfast VF 8 prototype. After a quick spin on a test track, it was obvious the mid-size electric SUV needed some serious time in the oven before it might be fully ready for U.S. consumers. After just over 365 days of additional baking, the knife still isn’t...

First Drive: The Nissan ARIYA AWD

The Nissan ARIYA is the tip of the spear in Nissan’s second big push into electric vehicles. It follows behind the Nissan LEAF which was an attempt to build a truly affordable electric vehicle for the masses. Then CEO Carlos Ghosn believed that designing and building an affordable electric vehicle would help the company achieve […]

Bringing Solar Power to the People

By addressing equity issues, RMI’s Solarize cohorts have made rooftop solar and lower electricity bills available to more people around the country. Shaketia Simpson loved the idea of powering her house with solar energy, but always thought of it as a future project because it was too expensive. Simpson, an operating director at Discovery Montessori […]