If you’ve been wanting to get your off-road e-biking thrills but think all the current eMTBs on the market are too weak with their paltry 750W motors, then Biktrix has just what you’re looking for. The new Biktrix Juggernaut FS XD is the full-suspension electric mountain bike equivalent of the hot-rodder’s hot rod.. Read more…
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Nissan and Honda confirm new EV partnership as they look to play catch up with Tesla, BYD
It’s official. Nissan and Honda are forming a new EV partnership after falling behind leaders like Tesla and China’s BYD. Will working together help turn things around. Read more…
India opens the doors to Tesla with new scheme to wave EV import duties
India is finally opening its doors to Tesla, and other EV automakers, with a new program to wave the country’s high import duties for electric vehicles. Read more…
Volkswagen wants an electric ID. GTI hot hatch in the US at $25,000? Bring it on!
It looks like Volkswagen may bring the electric hot hatch to the US after all. Even better, Volkswagen wants to launch the electric ID. GTI with starting prices between $20,000 and $25,000.. Read more…
Tesla wants to hire someone to eliminate need for its EVs to get service
Tesla is in search of a new senior manager who will focus on eliminating the need for the automaker’s service. They will be in charge of a new program called ‘Zero Service’. Read more…
Tesla starts using Cybertruck as a mobile billboard – literally
Tesla has started using the Cybertruck as a literal mobile billboard as part of its advertising effort for the Model Y. Read more…
Quick Charge Daily Podcast: March 14, 2024
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Fisker has reportedly hired bankruptcy consultants [Updated, Fisker responds]
Fisker has reportedly hired “restructuring advisers to assist with a possible bankruptcy filing,” according to the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday. Read more…
Hyundai unveils new ST1 EV business platform design for the first time
For the first time, Hyundai Motor revealed its new “ST1” EV business platform on Thursday. The ST1 is the first of several new electric models based on the platform. Read more…
NIO confirms its new codename ‘Alps’ sub-brand is called ‘Onvo,’ and will target EVs for families
Days after leaked spy images revealed a new EV nomenclature, NIO has publicly confirmed its upcoming sub-brand will be called “Onvo.” Previously codenamed “Alps,” Onvo EVs will be designed and targeted toward customers with families. We’ve also caught wind of the new brand’s official launch date. Read more…
Daimler’s first two eM2 electric box trucks have officially hit the road
Daimler Truck North America has delivered its first battery-electric Freightliner eM2 trucks to a New York-based trucking company.. Read more…
Volkswagen is offering $13,000 off the 2023 ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus with new lease deal
In a fire sale, Volkswagen is offering $13,000 off the 2023 ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus with a new lease deal as it gears up to launch new EVs. Read more…
Tesla starts offering LFP battery retrofits for earlier Model 3 under warranty
Tesla is starting to offer LFP battery pack retrofits for earlier Model 3 vehicles as it starts running out of the old battery pack. Read more…
Zoox expands routes, operational hours, and top speed of its bespoke driverless robotaxis
Autonomous technology developer Zoox shared its latest milestone in a blog post today, expanding its unique driverless robotaxi operations in California and Nevada. The growth includes a broader net of available autonomous routes, longer hours in different weather conditions, and higher top speeds… all without pedals. Read more…
Volkswagen announces production start date for its most affordable $20K ID.1 EV
For the first time, Volkswagen announced it aims to start producing its most affordable ID.1 electric car, starting at 20,000 euros ($21,700), in 2027. The $20K Volkswagen ID.1 will offer “affordable electric mobility for everyone,” VW brand leader Thomas Shafer said Thursday.. Read more…
Save $440 on Lectric’s new ONE e-bike in today’s best deals, ALLPOWERS spring sale, more
Headlining today’s green deals is a pre-order discount on the new Lectric ONE e-bike for $1,999, which also comes with $220 in free gear as well. It is joined by ALLPOWERS’ spring sale that is taking up to 45% off a large selection of power stations, bundles, and accessories, as well as the one-day sale on the WORX 20V 5-inch Cordless Pruning Saw at a new $100 low. Plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) delivery estimates are plunging as growth story dissipates
Analysts are releasing a wave of delivery estimate downgrades for Tesla as the automaker’s growth story is dissipating – at least for the next few years. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia recall 170,000 EVs in Korea over software glitch, is the US next?
Hyundai and Kia will recall around 170,000 EVs in Korea, the largest since they launched. The recall is over a software issue impacting Hyundai’s IONIQ, Genesis, and Kia EVs. Meanwhile, there’s an open NHTSA investigation in the US. Read more…
Engwe E26 review: Testing out a budget-level 1,000W electric bike
I’ve tested several Engwe electric bikes by now, and each time I’ve come away with a solid feeling. The Engwe E26 continues that trend with a fairly priced ($1,199) electric bike that comes with a surprising amount of nice features for the price. Read more…
Quick Charge Daily Pod: Polestar 3 variants, new EV Caddy, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
