
Range Energy’s electric trailer, which can “electrify” a diesel semi truck just by adding a trailer, has been found to improve efficiency by 36% in independent testing. Read more…
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Nissan Skyline is finally going EV, to be reborn as an electric fastback and SUV

The iconic sports car is going all-electric. According to a new report, the Nissan Skyline will be reborn as a powerful electric fastback in addition to an SUV. Read more…
Tesla spotted building a fleet of over 25 Cybertrucks ahead of the launch

Tesla has been spotted building a decent-size fleet of over 25 Cybertrucks at Gigafactory Texas ahead of the launch event on Thursday. Read more…
Air taxi maker Lilium receives major EASA eVTOL development authorization

German electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) plane startup Lilium has obtained authorization from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) that will allow it far greater flexibility and range in developing its future battery-powered air taxi toward certification. Read more…
CEO of Mazda, which makes one bad EV, says EVs don’t sell (except Teslas)

The CEO of Mazda, a company that makes one very mediocre electric car, is still trying to make electrification sound like some strange one-off consumer fad. In an interview with Fortune, Masahiro Moro basically says that if an EV isn’t a Tesla, it’s sitting unsold on a dealer lot somewhere in America. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz opens its first branded Charging Hub in Europe, but with slower rates than US

Less than two weeks after cutting the ribbon on its first Charging Hub in the US, Mercedes-Benz has begun operations at its first location in Europe. Can you guess where? Don’t think too hardâ. Read more…
Volkswagen trademark filing reveals new ID. Cross, hints at a new electric SUV

A new trademark filing with the European Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) reveals that a new Volkswagen EV is likely coming soon. The filing for a Volkswagen ID. Cross suggests it could be an electric crossover or SUV.. Read more…
Auto emissions *could* have dropped by 30%, but SUVs ruined it for everyone: report

A new report gives us a glimpse of what our world could look like if there weren’t so many big, hulking SUVs cruising around. Due to the rise in electric vehicles, carbon emissions from automobiles could have dropped by more than 30% over the past 10 years, except they haven’t – and that’s because of our global appetite for jumbo cars, the report authors say. Read more…
Tesla Cybertrucks in showrooms attract large crowds

Tesla has populated its showrooms with Cybertruck units ahead of the launch and it was successful in attracting crowds. Read more…
America’s latest lower-cost commuter electric motorcycles expand deliveries

For years, the US electric motorcycle market was dominated by $20,000+ flagship models. While those bikes are still leading the pack, a new wave of lower-cost commuter electric motorcycles has expanded the market’s reach. The latest such bike, the Ryvid Anthem, has recently expanded its deliveries after production began earlier this year. And with a price tag under half of the major flagship electric models, it’s opening the door to more riders than ever before. Read more…
Closer look at Kawasaki’s new electric motorcycles, the Ninja e-1 and Z e-1

Kawasaki’s upcoming new electric motorcycles are set to help the brand usher in the future of motorcycling. This month, we got the chance to check them out in person and take a closer look at the Kawasaki Ninja e-1 and Z e-1 models. Read more…
More headaches for Tesla in Sweden as a supplier for Model Y joins strike

More drama is unfolding as the dispute between Swedish unions and Tesla now involves a supplier of critical components for the Model Y, where workers have reportedly set down their tools in support of the IF Metall strike. They said they won’t be showing up for work, or will be given non-Tesla-related tasks, until further notice.. Read more…
Best Lease-to-Own EV Deals and the ‘1-day lease’

Looking to put a huge holiday ribbon on a new EV? There’s a widespread belief that buying a new car is always much cheaper than leasing it in the long run. However, we’ve found six EV lease deals that shatter that myth, with terms that pass the entire commercial clean vehicle Federal tax credit to the lessee and enable the lessee to eventually own the vehicle for thousands of dollars less than paying cash up front. Read more…
ETaker’s M2000 Power Station is lighter, quieter, and more versatile than its competitors

Renewable energy solutions specialist ETaker has introduced its new M2000 Power Station – a modular, versatile portable energy provider that uses cutting edge technology like semi-solid-state batteries and Gallium Nitride to deliver all your power needs more efficiently. For a limited time you can get the M2000 Power Station for early bird launch price of $1099 before it increases to its $2199 retail price. Head below for a closer look.. Read more…
Best Cyber Monday 2023 Green Deals: e-bikes, power stations, tools, more

Cyber Monday is now here at Electrek, and our team over at 9to5Toys has been working around the clock to bring you all of the best deals. Through Thanksgiving week, we’ll be delivering on environmentally-friendly gear, electric vehicles, home goods, fashion, and much more. Down below, you’ll find only the best of the best as part of our curated Cyber Monday Green Deals hub for the week, which will be constantly updated with all of the latest offers in one central location.. Read more…
This solar-powered electric houseboat from China could be your home on the water

There’s something inherently fun about the idea of a solar-powered electric houseboat. Living on the water and never paying for fuel sounds like a dream for many people. But would anyone make it a reality by buying a houseboat sight unseen from Chin. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla discounts, Cybertruck in showrooms, Fisker Ocean, 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 making new discounts, Cybertruck going in showrooms, our Fisker Ocean review, and more.. Read more…
Tesla offers 6 months free supercharging in attempt to boost sales

After a tough quarter, Tesla is now offering 6 months of free supercharging for all new Model 3 and Model Y orders that get delivered by the end of the year in North America. Read more…
Check out this rugged off-road EV from ex-Jaguar, Aston Martin designer

The Callum Skye is the first electric vehicle from Ian Callum’s own design and engineering firm. As one of the most renowned car designers, Callum played a key role in shaping iconic models like the Jaguar I-Pace and Aston Martin Vanquish. His latest creation is a high-performance off-road EV designed for “all the fun, none of the fuss.”. Read more…
This Ohio startup turns wind turbine blades into extraordinary park benches

Canvus turns retired wind turbine blades into beautiful park benches, planters, and picnic tables for public spaces across the US. Read more…

