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Tesla spotted working on new Cybertruck prototype, drone gets dangerously close

Tesla was spotted working on a new Cybertruck prototype at Fremont factory. While it’s nice to see more footage of the highly-anticipated new electric pickup truck, the footage makes us a bit uncomfortable with how close the drones get to the prototype and Tesla employees. More…
Nissan to end gas engine development (but not really)

Nissan reportedly plans to end “most” gasoline engine development, becoming the first Japanese automaker to take this step, according to Nikkei Asia. More…
Tesla gets all its Supercharger cables stolen at brand new station

Tesla was the victim of a theft that resulted in having to shut down a brand new Supercharger station, as all the cables on the eight stalls were cut off.. More…
Many Aptera 2022 reservation holders report delivery dates pushed to 2023-24, company claims to remain on schedule

Solar Electric Vehicle (SEV) startup Aptera Motors appears to have delayed some deliveries of its flagship vehicle, according to reports from multiple reservation holders. The Aptera SEV recently entered beta phase of development and was previously on track to begin first deliveries late this year. According to Aptera, it remains on track to hit this 2022 delivery target, although it’s unclear how many reservation holders will see Aptera deliveries before year’s end. More…
Electric Bike Company Model Y review: Getting California cruiser vibes on a US-made e-bike

The Model Y from Electric Bike Company is one women’s e-bike that I’ll happily ride anytime, anywhere. And so will my wife. More…
New video footage shows the upcoming Jetson ONE eVTOL (briefly) taking off, and flying over water

Swedish eVTOL developer Jetson AB has shared more footage of its upcoming Jetson ONE aerial vehicle flying over water. At the request of an overload of comments on its social channels, Jetson also shared footage (albeit briefly) of its ONE eVTOL taking off, to showcase how simple the process is. Following a massive demand, Jetson’s founders are already teasing additional flying vehicles to come. More…
New Tesla Cybertruck accessory wants to turn the electric pickup truck into a boat

While the Tesla Cybertruck has recently been delayed again, the hype is so strong around the electric pickup truck that some people are already working on thrid-party accessories for the vehicle. More…
The US could save $5.6B a year if it switched from coal to solar – study

Electricity from solar is cheaper than sourcing it from coal-fired power plants, according to a new article published in the journal Energy and Environmental Materials. More…
The cheapest and most expensive countries to purchase a Tesla Model 3

A new study out of the UK has detailed the countries around the world where EVs are the cheapest and most expensive to purchase – in this particular case, a Tesla Model 3. While this particular data set pertains to one specific EV, it can offer a broader perspective on how the costs of EVs vary depending on which country you live in. More…
Tesla (TSLA) is now holding about $2 billion in Bitcoin

Tesla (TSLA) gave an update on its Bitcoin holding in a new SEC filing – confirming that it now holds $1.99 billion in the cryptocurrency. More…
Popular e-bike maker reveals data showing electric bikes offer similar exercise benefits to pedal bikes

Belgium-based urban electric bicycle manufacturer Cowboy has shared interesting data gleaned from its ridership, providing insight on how much fitness benefit is offered by electric bikes. More…
New high-speed German electric scooter offers modern styling, breaks from competitors

In a sea of Vespa-styled electric scooters coming out across Europe, the newly unveiled Naon Zero-One electric two-wheeler offers a unique and fresh design. The fresh styling just may help differentiate it from the ubiquitous classically designed scooters still commanding significant market share. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: February 5, 2022

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…
Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week: Your Own Working Backyard Electric Train

Admit it, you know it’d be fun to be chief engineer on your own train. You’ve probably never even thought about it before, but if I said “Here, have your own train. Go nuts!”, you’d jump at it. I know I would. And through the magic of the internet and a crazy little corner of it known as the electric vehicle section of the Alibaba Chinese shopping site, that dream is closer to a reality than you might have expected. More…
Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta runs into a pole in what could be the first FSD accident caught on video

A Tesla vehicle using Full Self-Driving Beta has been caught on video running into a pole in what could be the first accident on the FSD Beta. More…
Podcast: Interview with Tesla hater/FSD Beta tester Taylor Ogan, FSD rolling stop, Tesla cathode factory, Kia EV6 and more

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including an interview with Tesla hater/FSD Beta tester Taylor Ogan, recall of Full Self-Driving Beta’s rolling stop feature, Tesla’s new cathode factory, and more. More…
Kia EV6 first drive: 10 things I didn’t know about the big 310-mile every-person sportwagon

Kia flew us out to wine and “winding road” country to test the new EV6, which is coming a bit late to the US, as it’s been out for a while in its native Korea and Europe already. So that means I’ve had months to digest the information about the car, its characteristics, and its place in the industry. But nothing beats a test drive through the mountains with fellow EV nerd and former Electrek writer Brad Berman to get to know a car intimately.. More…
Kia’s upcoming Super Bowl ad promotes EV adoption with the EV6 and pet adoption with a dancing Robo Dog

Kia America announced that unlike Tom Brady, it will return to the Super Bowl this year with a new :60 spot that promotes both love for the environment and furry friends. In addition to showcasing the Kia’s new all-electric EV6 sedan, the campaign will also help shelter animals find a forever home. More…
Tesla (TSLA) revenue to grow larger than GM and Ford combined within next 5 years, says top analyst

According to Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas, one of the top-ranked Wall Street analysts, Tesla’s (TSLA) revenue should grow larger than GM and Ford combined within the next 5 years. More…

