The benefits of fleet electrification are well-known, but the question of feasibility is still very real in the minds of many heavy fleet managers. To help fleets understand how electric trucks can fit into their operations, Mack Trucks is offering a mobile off-grid charging system. Read more…
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Tesla is working on NACS extension cable to fix Supercharging issues with different port locations
Tesla has confirmed that it is working on a NACS to NACS extension cable to fix the issues with Supercharging different electric vehicles with different charge port locations. Read more…
Mitsubishi launches new electric Fuso in Hong Kong
Daimler Truck subsidiary Mitsubishi Fuso Bus and Truck Corp. just launched their next-generation eCanter electric box truck in Hong Kong. It’s the first release of a new-generation Fuso in the Asian market outside of Japan. Read more…
Kia will beat Rivian and Tesla into affordable mass-market EVs
Although Rivian and Tesla are making headlines with planned expansions into mass-market electric vehicles, Kia is set to launch two affordable EVs of its own. One of them, the Kia EV3, is expected to launch by the end of the year. Read more…
FLO is making clumsy DC fast charger cables a thing of the past
Say goodbye to wrestling with awkward, heavy charging cables – meet FLO’s new DC fast-charging cable management system. Read more…
US senators want Biden to go further in blocking Chinese EVs
Just as the EU is considering tariffs on Chinese EVs imported into Europe, three US Democratic senators are urging that the Biden administration hike import tariffs on Chinese EVs to address national security risks. Read more…
Velotric Nomad 1 e-bike now $1,299 ($500 off), Sun Joe pressure washer $149, and more deals
Headlining today’s green deals is Velotric’s Nomad 1 All-Terrain Fat-Tire e-bike at $1,299, with three bundle options available as well. It is joined by Sun Joe’s SPX3500 Brushless Induction Electric Pressure Washer at $149, as well the Greenworks 80V 730 CFM Cordless Electric Handheld Blower for $180. Plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
Hyundai introduces trade-in program in Korea to encourage transition from ICE cars to EVs
Hyundai launched a new trade-in program in Korea that allows you to buy EVs like you would an iPhone. The move is designed to encourage shoppers to go electric with discounts on new Hyundai EVs when turning in used gas-powered cars. Read more…
XPeng’s AeroHT flexes its eVTOL expertise, taking its X2 flying car to the skies above Guangzhou
As many eVTOL developers are gearing up for their first-ever flights, AeroHT continues to showcase why it’s one of the leaders in the segment. Earlier today, XPeng’s aerial arm conducted its first successful flight test in its all-electric X2 “flying car” eVTOL above the Chinese city of Guangzhou to test low-altitude scenarios for future transport and sightseeing routes. Read more…
An all-electric Range Rover Sport EV is coming to rival Porsche’s best-selling Cayenne
An all-electric version of the popular Range Rover Sport is set to debut later this year. The Range Rover Sport EV will look very much like its gas-powered predecessor as a legitimate rival to Porsche’s best-selling Cayenne SUV.. Read more…
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe Interview: Hidden R1 bidirectional charging, R2 NACS, ‘mind-bending’ R3 build timeline, more
Rivian gave us a quick 15 minutes with CEO RJ Scaringe to talk about the R2 and R3. Believe me,… Read more…
Podcast: Rivian’s new EVs, Tesla Model Y two-seater, Dodge Charger Daytona EV, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Rivian’s brand-new EVs, the Tesla Model Y two-seater, the Dodge Charger Daytona EV, and more. Read more…
Rimac/Bugatti CEO explains problems with Tesla Roadster’s under 1 sec 0 to 60 mph
Mate Rimac, CEO of supercar makers Rimac and Bugatti, has commented on Elon Musk’s claim that the new Tesla Roadster is going to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 1 second with thrusters.. Read more…
This new Airbus air taxi has a 50-mile range and is quieter than a hairdryer
Airbus has introduced its latest zero-emission eVTOL, designed to carry four people with a noise decibel range lower than a hairdryer when flying – which will radically cut into the noise pollution factor of a futuristic vision of eVTOLs buzzing around busy cities. Nearly five years in the making, this prototype targets a flight range of 50 miles (80 km) and a cruising speed of 75 mph (120 km/h). Read more…
Tesla forces another class action from customers to go to arbitration
Tesla has successfully managed to kill another class action lawsuit from customers by forcing them to go to arbitration. Read more…
Bowlus Rivet luxury RV allows for ‘indefinite time’ off-grid with yacht-quality battery and solar
Oh, and did I mention it can park itself? Bowlus revealed its most rugged travel trailer yet, the off-grid Rivet. The Bowlus Rivet features a “yacht-quality” battery and solar power system that allows “indefinite time off-grid in all conditions.”. Read more…
Volkswagen kicks off pre-sales for the ID.7 Tourer station wagon
Volkswagen just opened up pre-sales for its electric ID.7 Tourer estate car – or station wagon, as it’s known in the US. Read more…
Rivian R2 accessories include revamped kitchen, tent, bike rack, more
Along with the Rivian R2 and surprise R3/R3X, Rivian announced a slew of new and updated accessories that work with the R2 and perhaps more of its vehicles.. Read more…
Audi launches 2024 Q4 e-tron mid-model refresh with improved range, power, and charging
While some automakers are still introducing 2024 EVs, Audi is pushing out a mid-model refresh of the Q4 50 e-tron, called the Q4 55 e-tron. The Audi refresh includes several notable improvements on the performance and handling side, as well as faster charging. Read more…
This town is going to cover its cemetery with solar canopies
The residents of Saint-Joachim in Pays de la Loire, France, are putting solar canopies over their cemetery. Read more…
