France aims to democratize access to electric vehicles with a freshly launched “social leasing” program that allows low-income drivers to lease electric cars for as low as €40, about $43. That includes no down payment and free charging, in some cases, for six months. Read more…
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NIO (NIO) stock spikes after EV maker scores massive $2.2 billion investment
Chinese EV maker NIO (NIO) is trending after receiving $2.2 billion in funding from Abu-Dhabi’s CYVN Holdings. NIO’s stock is up over 5% Monday following the investment.. Read more…
Canada, too, wants to wait until 2035 to ban ICE vehicles
This week, Canada will announce new regulations requiring all vehicles sold in the country to be zero-emissions by 2035. The move works to phase out fossil-fuel-burning vehicles in the country but also shorten the biggest barrier for Canadian consumers: long wait times.. Read more…
The first-ever drive from North to South pole is complete – and it was all-electric
After nearly nine months on the road, an all-electric Nissan Ariya has become the first vehicle ever, gas or electric, to drive all the way from North to South pole, piloted by Chris Ramsey of Plug in Adventures and his wife Julie. Read more…
Cyrusher Ripple: Are electric snowboards going to be a thing?
As an electric bike/car enthusiast and snowboarder, I’ve always wondered if an electric, cross-country snowboard would be possible. You know, when the mountain isn’t available? Cyrusher’s $3300 Ripple is one of the first attempts at building such a monster. Read more…
Tesla unveils new bird-eye view 3D reconstruction park assist
Tesla has unveiled a 3D reconstruction park assist system that serves as the long-awaited bird-eye view. Read more…
Best last-minute stocking stuffers and gear for electric bike lovers
If there’s one thing I love nearly as much as electric bikes, it’s getting to enjoy some new gear on my rides. With the holidays barreling down on us, there’s still a little bit of time left to bring that joy to an e-bike lover near you! Here are some of the coolest pieces of gear I’ve tested this year that would make great stocking stuffers for anyone who rides an e-bike (or a pedal bike!) in your family or friend group. Read more…
Here’s how wind farms in the US impact nearby home values
A new study from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab offers fresh insights into the impact of wind farms on the values of nearby homes. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 16, 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. Read more…
This cool electric hand truck with tank treads can climb stairs
Most of the fun electric vehicles I discover in the depths of Alibaba require me to sit in, on, or around them. But this time, I’ve found something that barely even needs me involved. Check out this awesome electric hand truck that can climb stairs thanks to its nifty tank track operation. Read more…
Genesis Electrified GV70 spotted for the first time with a new facelift
The Genesis Electrified GV70 is already due for an upgrade. The electric SUV was spotted with a new facelift in South Korea for the first time.. Read more…
Ford ‘absolutely’ working with Google Maps for EV Route Planning like Apple Maps on CarPlay
Is Ford adding Google Maps EV route planning? CEO Jim Farley hinted at the idea this week as owners requested the feature.. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Autopilot ‘recall’, Porsche Macan EV, Chevy Blazer EV first drive, 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’s Autopilot ‘recall’, our first drives of the Porsche Macan EV and Chevy Blazer EV, and more. Read more…
Porsche is retiring the gas-powered Macan early in Europe as EV model takes the spotlight
Porsche is retiring its best-selling SUV in Europe earlier than expected. The gas-powered Porsche Macan will sail off into the sunset in the EU next spring. Porsche is set to launch the all-electric Macan next year as it shifts its lineup. Read more…
SAE’s NACS certification is ready, and it’ll fix every EV charging problem at once
SAE has followed through on its plan to finish its NACS certification by the end of the year, and the NACS standard is now ready to go. And the new standard promises to solve a lot of charging problems in one fell swoop. Read more…
Tesla explains new Autopilot nag forced by the NHTSA recall
Tesla has started to push the software update that includes the “fix” of the NHTSA Autopilot recall and it includes the release notes detailing the new Autopilot nag. Read more…
Greenworks end of the year electric tool clearance sale, e-bikes, more
An end of the year clearance sale from Greenworks is making it more affordable than ever to switch over to an electric tool shed. Some of the best prices yet are live through December, and come joined by discounts on an assortment of e-bikes and all of the other best Green Deals. Read more…
Tesla alum startup Lightship details the aero and extreme efficiency of its L1 electric RV
Ahead of initial production scheduled for 2024, electric RV startup Lightship is offering a peek behind its solar electric curtain, detailing the efforts that went into its flagship L1 towable trailer to ensure it arrives as the more aerodynamic option on the market. Read more…
Tesla secures $135 million in incentive for Gigafactory Mexico despite delaying the factory
Tesla has secured roughly $135 million worth of incentives for Gigafactory Mexico despite delaying the construction of the factory. Read more…
Biden wants all government employees to use EVs, take trains
The Biden administration has issued a new directive to all government employees to travel by train or electric car, or electric Uber or Lyft, when traveling on official business. As the country’s largest employer, with an annual business travel purchasing budget of $2.8 billion, that could have a serious impact on carbon emissions. Read more…
