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Fast and heavy: Wallke H7 AWD pushes past the limits of electric bikes

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There’s no denying how popular high-power electric bikes have become. And a quick way to get more power without having to go with a ridiculously large motor is to simply double up, putting one motor in each of a bike’s wheels. That’s what Wallke did with the Wallke H7 AWD, and the result is a fast e-bike that is as powerful as it is chunky – which is to say, very. Read more…

This cool tech will turn existing fiber optics into smart sensors on Minnesota’s grid

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Not-for-profit power cooperative Great River Energy, which serves 1.7 million people across Minnesota and Wisconsin, has partnered with Prisma Photonics to roll out real-time monitoring technology across 90 miles of transmission lines in northern Minnesota. Prisma Photonics will provide its PrismaPower system to track threats like wildfires, ice, wind, and physical damage to the Minnesota grid. Read more…

Here’s our best look at the Kia EV4 so far, including the interior [Video]

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Kia confirmed it will launch the EV4 this year as it fills out “a full lineup of popular EVs.” According to Kia, the EV4 is “an entirely new type of EV sedan with a distinct style and sports car-like proportions. However, it’s expected to be much cheaper than your average sports car. With its official debut around the corner, we are getting a closer look at what we can expect from the Kia EV4, including the inside. Check it out below. Read more…

CATL says Chinese ‘EIVs’ are surging because they are affordable and more advanced

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A new term is being used to describe Chinese electric vehicles. The latest buzzword in China is “EIV,” replacing the commonly used “EV.” According to CATL’s co-chairman, Chinese EIVs, or Electric Intelligent Vehicles, are surging as affordable options that offer more advanced tech and capabilities than traditional gas-powered cars.. Read more…

Velotric Valentine’s sale offers $800 in e-bike savings from $999, EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max and RIVER 3 Plus flash sales, more

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We have a condensed selection of solid savings in today’s Green Deals, with Velotric’s Valentine’s Day sale taking the lead with up to $700 in initial e-bike price cuts, as well as an additional $100 taken off orders of any two models. It’s the perfect chance to fall in love with the popular 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike while it’s down at $1,199, among others. There’s also a one-day-only flash sale running as part of EcoFlow’s ongoing Game Day Power sale, which provides up to $1,099 in savings on two power station bundles – one for the DELTA 2 Max and and an 800W alternator charger at $1,399, and the other for the RIVER 3 Plus with a 45W solar panel and a protective bag for $269. We also have the second-ever discount on Greenworks’ latest 60V 17-inch Cordless Electric Push Lawn Mower at $300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $200 launch discount on Aiper’s new Surfer S2 Solar Pool Skimmer, Segway’s Valentine’s Day offers, and more. Read more…

Polestar unveils a new collection of ‘Arctic Circle’ EVs that will be shown off at an ice race [Video]

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Polestar has unveiled a new collection of one-off “Arctic Circle” EVs designed to showcase the brand’s performance DNA. The rally-inspired upgrades have now been applied to the Polestar 2, 3, and 4 EVs and were put through their paces in the frigid Arctic before they make their public debut at an ice race in Austria. See more in Polestar’s video below.. Read more…