We went to VW’s North American 3-row ID.Buzz reveal this week in Southern California, and while we didn’t see anything about VW’s upcoming California camper van, we did see a cool camper/kitchen conversion that’s already available for the European two-row ID.Buzz, and we’re hoping to see something similar for the 3-row version. More…
Category: Electrek
Luna 6.5kW Talaria XXX goes on sale for game-changing $2995 (U)
Big Update here: Luna priced the Talaria XXX at $2995. It is safe to say this is a gamechanger of a electric moto bike.. More…
Tesla boosts referral program to help sales, $1000 off and 3 months of free Full Self-Driving
Tesla is boosting its referral program to help sales at the end of the quarter with $1,000 off and 3 months of free Full Self-Driving for Model S and Model X, and more credits for Model 3 and Model Y. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: June 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…
These cheap two-seater electric go-karts come direct from China
Many of the fun and strange electric vehicles that we cover in this running Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column serve more utilitarian purposes, but this week’s find is all about the fun. And since these electric go-karts come with two seats, you’ll be able to share the fun. More…
EcoFlow just launched plug-and-play solar + storage for apartments
If you live in an apartment with a balcony and want a plug-and-play solar and battery storage system, EcoFlow may have just the solution. More…
Tesla surprises by gaining full $7,500 tax credit on cheapest Model 3, now starts at $30,000
Tesla surprises the market by confirming that buyers of its cheapest Model 3 now have access to the full $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles instead of the previous $3,750. More…
As the US heats up, here’s how you can help prevent blackouts
Extreme record heat is expected in the US this summer – here’s how you can help keep the electrical grid balanced to avoid blackouts and brownouts. More…
This new solar electric yacht with its own spa pool and theater awaits you
Renowned luxury yacht maker, Sunreef, released plans for a new 108-ft (33-m) solar-powered electric superyacht complete with its own pool spa and indoor theater. Did I mention it’s also fully autonomous. More…
Podcast: Tesla Model 3 liquidation, ID Buzz 3rd row, Jaguar I-Pace recall, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla seemingly liquidating the Model 3, the ID Buzz 3rd row, Jaguar recalling the I-Pace, and more. More…
Jaguar recalls all I-Pace EVs over battery fire risk, a year after we warned them about it
Jaguar announced that it is recalling all I-Pace electric vehicles in the US over a battery fire risk. The recall comes a year after we warned Jaguar about the issue. More…
Wheel-E Podcast: Porsche e-bikes, Upway US, Talaria XXX, mini-trucks & more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time that includes Porsche e-bikes, Upway’s US launch, new e-bike tease from WAU, the US’s first domestic-made electric mini-truck & more.. More…
GM to boost key EV battery materials supply in North America through $1B JV investment
General Motors (GM) and South Korean advanced EV battery materials company Posco Future M revealed an additional investment in its new cathode factory in Ontario, Canada, now exceeding $1 billion. . More…
Tesla changes Model Y Long Range in Canada to a Chinese import
Tesla has updated its Model Y Long Range in Canada to a Chinese import. It, unfortunately, comes with less range and the same price. More…
VW reveals three-row ID. Buzz for North America, sales start 2024
VW has revealed the much-anticipated North American version of its ID. Buzz electric microbus, with an extra row of seats and starting deliveries next year. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: June 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…
Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, Jaguar become distinct brands in JLR’s EV shift
Jaguar Land Rover, or JLR as it’s now known, is breaking into four sub-brands as part of its new corporate identity. Range Rover, Defender, Discovery, and Jaguar will become their own distinct brands as the automaker moves toward an electric future with a new logo. More…
China EV sales: BYD sets new May record while NIO slips ahead of ET5 Touring launch
Recovering demand in China’s booming EV market led to all major EV builders seeing a rise in sales over the last month. Although NIO was the exception, the EV startup began delivering its second-generation ES6 and is launching a new midsize electric tourer this month. More…
Huffy eBikes go on deep discount starting at $425 or less in New Green Deals
Huffy today has their huge “shed” sale on eBikes (and acoustic bikes too) knocking as much as 66% off the prices of some of their popular eBikes which come with free shipping over $49. Huffy bikes and batteries are UL 2849 standard listed so there’s reduced fire risk, too. To sweeten the pot, students can knock another 30% off the price making the starting price under $300(!!. More…
Kia Niro EVs join the Teslas in Revel’s all-electric rideshare fleet
Blossoming electric rideshare fleet Revel announced it is adding a group of Kia Niro EVs to its existing fleet of Tesla Model Ys and Model 3s. The new addition adds variety to the Revel fleet, which is now approaching 300 EVs in operation throughout New York City. More…