China’s top EV maker, BYD, saw profits surge 145% in the second quarter, aided by record deliveries. The staggering growth comes amid China’s EV price war that’s limiting margin growth in the region. More…
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Rad Power Bikes end of summer $700 off e-bike sale, Anker solar power stations, more
As summer comes to an end, Rad Power Bikes is offering some of the best prices ever on its collection of popular e-bikes. With up to $700 off a series of different EVs, the savings today are also joined by discounts on Anker solar power stations and a massive list of other e-bike discounts. More…
Germany OKs Ford’s semi-autonomous BlueCruise feature, enabling hands-free driving
Ford Motor Company has announced that Germany is the next market where customers will gain access to its BlueCruise driver assistance technology. Following approval, Ford drivers in Germany can now take advantage of true hands-free driving on certain roadways. More…
This new all-electric luxury trailer is a 24-foot off-grid sanctuary
Pioneering luxury off-grid travel trailer company Living Vehicle released its newest HD24 model Tuesday. The new all-electric trailer boasts the same advanced features (like an all-solar roof) and capabilities as its flagship model, only in a smaller package. More…
Tesla battery longevity not affected by frequent Supercharging, study says
Tesla battery degradation is not accelerated by frequent Supercharging, which was previously thought, according to an extensive new study. More…
Specialized launches 28 MPH Globe Haul LT electric cargo bike with throttle
Specialized’s dedicated value-oriented utility bike brand Globe has just launched its second model, a fast and powerful long tail cargo e-bike known as the Globe Haul LT. More…
Tesla makes Superchargers free in Europe for a day
Tesla is making all Superchargers free in Europe for a day in celebration of 10 years of Supercharging on the continent. More…
Mercedes-Benz’s eActros 600 beat the extreme heat and then drove 2,000 km
Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ long-range electric truck, the eActros 600, passed rigorous tests with flying colors in summer temperatures of up to 111F (44C).. More…
Ford Pro’s second-gen EV charger makes it easier for businesses to go electric
Ford Pro released its second-generation EV charger Tuesday, the Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp. The new EV charger is designed to simplify and improve the experience, making it easier than ever for fleets to go electric.. More…
Magna commits to reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, will run 100% renewable electricity by 2030
Alongside targets outlined in the Paris Climate Agreement, Magna International has submitted goals to be validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. En route to that target, the global contract manufacturer had introduced several near-term sustainability goals. More…
Juiced unveils new Scorpion X2 electric moped, slashes prices
San Diego-based e-bike company Juiced is preparing to launch its latest electric bike, the Juiced Scorpion X2. This will mark a triumphant return for the popular electric moped-style bike. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: August 28, 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…
Despite headwinds, offshore wind will see ‘massive’ growth to 2032 – report
In a sign of things to come, the global offshore wind industry brought 8.8 GW of clean energy online in 2022, its second-best year ever, according to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). More…
Watch the Porsche Taycan GTS in an electric performance race between Germany vs China
Does Porsche still own the performance crown in the new electric era Or do the new Chinese EVs take the title? Check out the epic race in a battle of international heavyweights – Germany vs. China. More…
Elon Musk reassures Tesla HW3 owners, but bums out HW4 owners
Elon Musk has made a new statement about Full Self-Driving software that reassured owners of Tesla vehicles with HW3, but it is going bum out owners of more recent Tesla vehicles with HW4. More…
Hyundai thinks it has the answer to Tesla’s Supercharger network
To rival Tesla’s proliferating Supercharger network, Hyundai Motor Group is developing its own ultra-fast EV chargers. More…
Tesla is fighting the auto industry over fuel economy standards
Tesla is fighting the rest of the auto industry in the US over respecting the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements set back in 2016 More…
Kia EV6 review – This electric car is out of this world [Video]
Among the legacy car makers, there are surely no brands whose stock has risen as sharply, amid the transition to EV, as Korean sister companies Kia and Hyundai More…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is confident the chip shortage will be solved short term
Tesla CEO Elon Musk disclosed that he is confident the chip shortage is going to be solved in the short term, despite many disagreeing More…
Harley-Davidson’s eye-catching vintage electric bicycles nearly sell out in one week
Harley-Davidson’s electric bicycle brand Serial 1 launched a limited edition e-bike known as the MOSH/TRIBUTE that has seen surprisingly fast sales despite its high sticker price More…
