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Tesla co-founder JB Straubel is coming back as a board member
Tesla co-founder JB Straubel, who left the company a few years ago, is coming back to Tesla as a board member. More…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz gains solar roof panels for camping and added range from ABT
Volkswagen’s electric version of its iconic microbus, the VW ID. Buzz has just gotten even more adventure-friendly. Custom German auto tuner ABT revealed today it has developed solar modules to fit on the roof of the ID. Buzz to add roughly 1,800 miles (3,000 km) per year to the vehicle’s battery or for off-grid power. More…
The first US-built offshore wind service ship reaches a milestone
The first-ever US-built offshore wind service operations vessel (SOV) is marking its 50% completion milestone this week. More…
The US’ first commercial offshore wind farm kicks off turbine construction
The US Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has okayed the construction of turbines at the US’ first commercial offshore wind farm.. More…
Ford gives Lightning electric pickup owners a new tool to automatically hitch a trailer
Ford introduced a new artificial intelligence-based technology called Ford Pro Trailer Hitch Assist that can automatically back up and align the F-150 Lightning pickup’s hitch ball to a trailer with the push of a button.. More…
Walmart to launch coast-to-coast EV fast-charging network across thousands of stores
The world’s largest retailer, Walmart, plans to build its own “coast-to-coast” EV fast-charging network by 2030 to help deliver a convenient and affordable charging experience. More…
Check out this new electric bike that was ‘designed for millennials and zoomers’
With the massive rollout of electric bicycles that has witnessed dozens of new product launches each month, it’s no surprise that we’re starting to see ever more specialized designs and marketing trying to reach new niches in the industry. But the recently released ENVO Stax is a new one to me — an e-bike that is self-described as being designed for millennials and Gen Z, also known as zoomers. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: April 5, 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…
Kia boosts electric vehicle sales goal to 1.6 million by 2030, but is it enough?
Kia updated its electric vehicle strategy Wednesday at its CEO Investor Day 2023 in Seoul, Korea. The automaker says it’s now aiming to sell 1.6 million EVs by 2030, up 400,000 from the previous guidance of 1.2 million. More…
How to bypass nearly every restriction of the EV tax credit by leasing
Last week, the IRS updated the EV tax credit with new battery sourcing requirements set to go into place on April 17, with the effect of lowering purchase credit amounts for many new EVs. More…
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric debuts in North America with more range and style
The new 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric debuted Wednesday at the New York International Auto Show. According to Hyundai’s estimates, the small electric SUV will feature up to 260 miles of range with advanced safety and convenience features. More…
Tesla Model Y leads record EV market share in the UK
Tesla delivered a record number of Model Y vehicles in the UK last month – leading to a record market share for electric vehicles in the country. More…
2025 Ram 1500 REV is a powerhouse EV truck with up to 500M range, 14,000 lbs towing
Ram finally revealed the details of its long-awaited first electric truck, the Ram 1500 REV. The electric truck will rival the Ford F-150 Lightning and upcoming Chevy Silverado EV with impressive targetted range, towing, and other features. More…
Kia debuts EV9 SUV in North America alongside news it will be assembled in the US
Just over a week after its global premiere streamed from Korea, Kia has debuted its upcoming EV9 SUV in North America, beginning with the crowds attending this year’s New York Auto Show. Many of the details shared are regurgitated from last week’s event, but Kia did share further insights into its production plans, which will soon include assembly in the US. More…
Ford’s electric vehicles including F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E are eligible for EV tax credit
Ford acknowledged Wednesday that its entire lineup of electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and E-Transit commercial van, are eligible for the EV tax credit. However, not all will receive the full $7,500 incentive. More…
New electric boat motor uses wind and water to recharge its batteries at sea
It may not offer infinite range, but it’s close. The new Oceanvolt ServoProp saildrive has a regeneration feature that efficiently charges up an electric boat’s batteries while sailing. More…
Mini electric bikes from BMW could be coming as soon as this year
Mini electric bicycles from the BMW brand may be here sooner than you’d think. That’s thanks to a new partnership with the French bicycle manufacturer Angell Mobility. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: April 4, 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…
Mercedes EQE SUV first drive: Luxury, performance, and potential tax credits could make for a hit in the US
Less than a year after initially teasing its interior, the new EQE SUV from Mercedes-Benz is on the cusp of reaching customers for the first time. As one of the first Mercedes EVs completely assembled in the US, the EQE SUV has designed with Americans in mind and should do well in the market. Before it reaches dealers, I got the chance to travel to Portugal and experience several variations of this model for myself, below are my first impressions. More…
