Toyota sold a record number of vehicles last month. Pure EV sales rose by 127% in November but still only accounted for 1% of Toyota’s total volume. Read more…
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LG Chem is building a $3B EV battery cathode factory – the largest in the US [Update]
LG Chem is building a $3 billion battery cathode factory for electric vehicles in Tennessee – here’s the latest. Read more…
ZEEKR launches 007 sedan for under $30k, 540 mile range, and over 50,000 pre-orders in place
40 days after officially unveiling its fourth EV model and first-ever sedan, ZEEKR has officially launched the 007 with some noteworthy in-house technology. Starting at a price below $30,000, consumers in China have been lining up their 007 pre-orders… over 50,000 to be specific. Read more…
Here are your 3 favorite Electrek solar stories of 2023
Here are the Top 3 stories about solar industry happenings that Electrek readers got most excited about in 2023. Read more…
BYD to start testing L3 autonomous driving on highways in China
Competition to advance L3 autonomous driving technology is revving up in China, as a fresh batch of automakers is now being allowed to test their self-driving systems on highways and expressways. Among the latest is Chinese vehicle giant BYD, which has joined Mercedes and BMW in receiving permits to test their L3 technology on high-speed roads.. Read more…
These were the biggest electric boat stories of the year, and it’s surprising
Here at Electrek, I’ve had the pleasure of covering some fascinating electric boat news stories. In just the past year, we’ve seen everything from high-power electric speed boats and pleasure cruisers to efficient flying electric ferries. But when it comes to the most popular electric boat news stories of the year – the ones that our readers were most interested in – the results might surprise you. Read more…
Tesla Model Y refresh coming in next few months, report says
A report is claiming that the Tesla Model Y refresh might be coming in next few months as the automaker plans a factory shutdown at Gigafactory Shanghai. Read more…
Check out the Volvo EX30’s newest sport and off-road custom design upgrades
Volvo’s cheapest and smallest electric SUV, the EX30, is already getting custom design upgrades. A new Sport and rugged Outland edition bring out the best of Volvo’s latest EV. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 26, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Toyota launches Bozhi 4X electric SUV in China, an upgraded bZ4X starting at $25K
A new electric SUV from Toyota’s joint venture, GAC-Toyota, is arriving at dealerships in China. The Bozhi 4X is an upgraded bZ4X model with starting prices of around $25,000 (179,800 yuan).. Read more…
In Montana, wind is about to overtake coal generation capacity
When two new Montana wind farms come online, the state will have more nameplate capacity in wind than in coal. Read more…
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) gets boost from ‘beyond an automaker’ scenario
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) has received a nice boost today from one of its biggest cheerleaders on Wall Street, and it’s based on the company achieving a “beyond an automaker” scenario. Read more…
Banned! Why 2023 saw more e-bike and e-scooter bans than ever before
Electric bicycle ridership grew to never-before-seen levels in 2023. But despite the increased ridership, or perhaps even because of it, this year has seen an increase in the number of limits and bans placed on electric bicycles and e-scooters. Here’s a look back at some of the most infamous bans and what led to them. Read more…
Elon Musk didn’t drive away Tesla buyers, at least before his latest big blunder
A new survey shows that Elon Musk isn’t driving away Tesla buyers with his Twitter drama, but that was right before his latest and biggest blunder. Read more…
NIO stock rises after unveiling $112K flagship ET9 EV to rival Porsche, Mercedes
NIO (NIO) launched its new flagship ET9 EV over the weekend, a premium executive car aimed at “the new generation of high-end business users.” The new flagship EV will take on Porsche and Mercedes with starting prices around 800,000 yuan ($112,000).. Read more…
Thousands of auto dealers sign up to offer new on-the-spot tax credit
New year, new rules: As of January 1, things are about to get a little easier when it comes to getting your federal tax credit for buying an electric vehicle. Now the rebate – which is up to $7,500 for new EVs that qualify, and up to $4,000 for used EVs that qualify – is available immediately when you purchase your car, rather than needing to wait potentially months to file a claim with your tax return. And auto dealers are signing up in droves with the IRS. Read more…
2024 Chevy Blazer EV sales are already halted over software issues
If you were waiting to buy the new 2024 Chevy Blazer EV, you may have to wait a little longer. Chevy is already halting sales of the highly anticipated electric Blazer over glaring software issues. Read more…
Tera EV chargers blend cutting-edge technology with practicality
Unleash the power of seamless charging with Tera’s portable and home EV chargers – check out three standout offerings below.. Read more…
Exclusive: E-bike maker SONDORS up for sale as company enters receivership
After a series of financial setbacks followed by an Electrek exposé revealing the failed Metacycle electric motorcycle project, e-bike maker SONDORS has appeared to enter receivership. The search is now on for a buyer who can scoop up the company and its assets.. Read more…
The US is getting its first vertical agrivoltaics system
Agrivoltaics – when land is used for agriculture and solar power generation – isn’t new to the US, but vertical agrivoltaics are. Read more…