Lotus, an automotive company that hasn’t always been known as a leader in economical electric vehicles, is trying its hand at a new electric bicycle. But don’t think this is a sneaky way to get a cheap lotus, as even the newly announced Lotus Type 136 e-bike costs a small fortune. More…
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NIO to trim workforce by 10% amid ‘fierce competition’ in the EV market
Chinese EV startup NIO revealed it will trim staff positions by 10% this month to improve profitability. NIO’s CEO, William Li, announced the news in an internal memo Friday, citing “fierce competition” in the EV market. More…
Tesla launches virtual power plant in Puerto Rico, could become world’s biggest
Tesla has officially launched its virtual power plant in Puerto Rico and it could quickly become the world’s biggest thanks to the large Powerwall user base in the region. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 2, 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. More…
ZEEKR 001 and 009 first drives: Quality EVs offering proof this automaker is just getting started
After over two years of consistent coverage of Geely’s young, all-electric ZEEKR brand, I finally got the opportunity to see its first two EV models up close and take them both for a spin. As a bonus, ZEEKR also had its purpose-built EV designed for Waymo on display before first deliveries to the robotaxi startup begin. More…
Nikola’s recall was costly in Q3, but does rising orders signal the worst is behind it?
After recalling all of its battery electric trucks that it had delivered, Nikola’s losses widened in the third quarter. However, with orders rising for its hydrogen fuel cell truck, is Nikola turning the page?. More…
EV laggard North Dakota just got its first Electrify America charging station
Electrify America just launched its first EV charging station in North Dakota – here’s why that’s kind of a big deal. More…
Rivian hires industry vet as it gears up to break ground on its next-gen EV plant
EV startup Rivian announced that Arnhelm Mittelbach has joined the team as its first Georgia plant manager. Mittlebach joins Rivian with over 20 years of experience at Mercedes-Benz as the EV maker prepares to break ground on its second EV plant.. More…
RadRunner 3 Plus review: A utility e-bike that blurs the line between budget & premium
The RadRunner 3 Plus is an electric utility/cargo bike that deserves a serious second look because of its unique place in the market, straddling the line between value-oriented and premium-focused. It comes from Rad Power Bikes, one of the leading budget-minded e-bike brands in the US, yet is part of the company’s push toward the more premium segment of the market. More…
Ford buys EV energy company AMP to improve charging and battery management
In its latest effort to improve the EV ownership experience, Ford has acquired Auto Motive Power (AMP). Ford will use the energy solutions providers’ tech to improve EV charging and battery management. More…
It’s a table! It’s a solar power plant! It’s both!
You can generate clean power for your home with this “solar table power plant” and eat your lunch on it, too.. More…
Ford slows Mustang Mach-E EV production as sales slip in October
Although Ford’s electric pickup saw higher demand in October, Mustang Mach-E sales surprisingly fell over 53% month-over-month. The move comes as Ford pulls back Mach-E production.. More…
Polestar 4 ranks as brand’s greenest car to date
Swedish EV maker Polestar just released its first Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for the brand’s SUV crossover Polestar 4, which the company says emits as little as 19.4 tonnes of CO2 equivalent. Made in China, the model ranks as having the smallest carbon footprint in the company’s four-vehicle lineup. More…
Toyota to test new electric pickup as it looks to fend off BYD’s surge in Thailand
As Chinese automakers like BYD steal Toyota’s limelight in Thailand, the automaker is planning a counter-offensive. Toyota is set to test a new electric pickup to fend off the incoming competition. More…
Chery Automotive claims its new concept EV inspired by tuna fish is world’s most aerodynamic car
Yes, you read that right. An EV inspired by the sleek, hydrodynamic maneuvering of the tuna fish. What a time to be alive. Chinese automotive brand Chery has unveiled a new concept it claims to be the world’s most aerodynamic car, designed using AI simulation. Do you see the similarities to a Bluefin? Have a look for yourself. More…
Volvo launches new business unit to promote bi-directional charging
EVs are not only emission-free ways of getting around town but also potential energy reservoirs sitting right in your garage, capable of powering up homes, appliances, or giving back to the energy grid – at least that is the dream for the bi-directional charging dreamers among us. And Volvo is looking to tap into that potential in a bigger way. More…
America, Mercedes-Benz wants you to indulge in retail therapy while you’re DC fast charging
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network (MB HPC) North America just announced that it’s partnering with the largest owner of shopping malls in the US. More…
Watch Tesla testing Cybertruck’s 4-wheel steering as if it’s sliding on ice
Tesla has been spotted testing the Cybertruck’s 4-wheel steering capability at Gigafactory Texas. It makes the pickup look like it is sliding on ice. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 1, 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. More…
EV sales still rising at 22.3% in CA, Tesla cedes lead back to Toyota
EV sales continue to rise steadily in California, reaching a record 22.3% market share in Q3. But Tesla has returned to its position as second-best selling brand in the state, behind longtime leader Toyota, after briefly eclipsing the brand last quarter. More…
