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GM reveals new ‘Proxima’ EV design concept and platform for next-generation EVs in China
A new EV not based on GM’s Ultium Platform? The automaker shared its “Proxima” EV design concept based on a new architecture designed for the future generation of electric models in China. More…
I went to the Netherlands to see a biking paradise, but found something more surprising
When it comes to design legacy, it’s hard to beat Gazelle Bikes. They’ve been building bicycles for over 130 years, making them one of the oldest bicycle manufacturers in the world. And so when the company invited me to come test out their electric bikes on Dutch home turf, I jumped at the opportunity. More…
Tesla brings Native land loophole to New York to avoid dumb direct sale ban
Tesla is going to repeat a loophole it has previously used to open stores and service centers where direct sale laws prevent it by operating on Native land. This time, the automaker is doing it in New York. More…
2024 Chevy Equinox EV spotted rolling off GM’s production line
General Motors is launching the 2024 Chevy Equinox EV this fall, what it calls “an affordable game-changer,” with a starting price of around $30,000. Ahead of its official launch, the electric SUV was spotted rolling off GM’s production line at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico. More…
Panasonic to add new battery production line at Tesla Gigafactory Nevada
Panasonic said that it will add a new battery cell production line at Tesla Gigafactory Nevada to increase production by about 10%. More…
Intramotev is helping electrify the mining industry with its self-propelled battery electric railcars
Zero-emissions freight mobility solutions developer Intramotev is helping clean up an industry its technology could one day replace altogether. Pennsylvanian coal mining company Iron Senergy has purchased three of Intramotev’s ReVolt battery electric railcars to reduce emissions on its railways. More…
Acura’s first EV will arrive with Google apps built-in and can optimize routes for charging
We have yet to see the public reveal of Acura’s first EV – the ZDX. However, as that debut moves closer, the automaker has shared some of the integrated apps and features future drivers will be able to take advantage of including Google Assistant, Maps, and Apple CarPlay. More…
Rivian electric pickup caught fire while charging at Electrify America station
A Rivian R1T electric pickup truck caught fire while charging at an Electrify America station in California yesterday. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: June 5, 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…
EVs are winning over largely conservative areas as buyers look to save money
At least Democrats and Republicans are beginning to agree on one thing – EVs can save you money (and the environment). Although EVs are often associated with liberal-leaning voters, more and more conservative buyers are going electric to save money on gas and experience the latest performance and technology. More…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in June 2023
Here at Electrek we have spent countless hours undertaking detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through those thousands of miles of riding, we’ve gotten to know these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That dedication to real world e-bike testing has helped us find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget.. More…
Stellantis forms joint venture to recycle end-of-life vehicles and create a more circular economy
Global automaker Stellantis is announced a new joint venture with metal recycling specialist Galloo to develop a more circular economy on its way to becoming greener throughout its entire business by 2030. Together, Stellantis and Galloo intend to implement a service to recycle end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) from the former’s brands, and possibly other automakers. More…
Ferrari CEO doesn’t expect EVs to reduce margins
Ferrari’s (RACE) CEO, Benedetto Vigna, said on Monday the Italian luxury sports carmaker’s so-called e-building will be ready next summer. Although Ferrari’s first EV isn’t due out for at least another two years, Vigna claimed he doesn’t expect to see margins shrink. More…
Will Fiat bringing its top-selling EV to the US make it cool again?
Fiat is preparing to revamp its brand in the US. The Italian automaker is bringing its top-selling electric car, the Fiat 500e, back to the US in an attempt to take on Tesla and the booming EV market. More…
Tesla and Ford partnership on charging standard angers CCS coalition, but they are wrong
CharIn, the association behind the CCS EV charging standard, has issued a response to the Tesla and Ford partnership on the NACS charging standard. More…
In a first, a cargo ship strikes an offshore wind turbine [update]
A cargo ship struck an offshore wind turbine at the 330-megawatt (MW) Gode Wind 1 wind farm in the German North Sea – now we know why. More…
Tesla inventory is going down as discounts, tax credits, and referrals seem to work
Tesla’s new inventory vehicles are going down following a high earlier this year as recent discounts, new tax credits, and referrals appear to be working. More…
Tesla reclaims Nürburgring lap record with new Model S Plaid with Track package
Tesla has reclaimed the production EV lap record on the famous Nürburgring race track with a new Model S Plaid equipped with the Track package. More…
Check out this cool camper & kitchen kit for the VW ID.Buzz
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…
