Global wind turbine order intake reached new highs in the first half of 2023 with 69.5 gigawatts (GW) of activity, a 12% increase year-over-year, according to new analysis from Wood Mackenzie. More…
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Fisker gives us a closer look at the $30K PEAR SUV with new details and range updates
After revealing the budget-friendly crossover earlier this month, Fisker is giving us a closer look at the $30,000 all-electric PEAR, including new range updates. More…
Tesla Powerwall VPP gets closer to reality in Puerto Rico as utility gets greenlight
LUMA, a Puerto Rico electric utility, has received the green light to build a virtual power plant (VPP) with Tesla Powerwalls in Puerto Rico. More…
Polestar (PSNY) losses grow in Q2 amid record deliveries, two new EVs near production
Swedish performance EV maker Polestar (PSNY) reported its Q2 2023 earnings on Thursday, showing widening losses as production scales. Polestar is entering an “exciting” growth phase with two highly anticipated EVs scheduled for production. More…
Not dead yet! Here’s who just bought VanMoof to revive the e-bike company
In a not entirely unforeseen turn of events, Dutch electric bike brand VanMoof has just found a buyer to scoop up the bankrupt e-bike maker. McClaren Applied’s scooter brand Lavoie purchased the company and looks set to try and roll it into its micromobility portfolio. More…
Super73: Meet the e-bike company that old fogies love to hate
Anyone that’s into e-bikes is almost certainly already aware of Super73. And if you aren’t into e-bikes, then you’ve probably at least seen some Super73s riding around your town. They’re the admittedly motorcycle-looking electric bikes that haven proven extremely popular with young riders in the US. And perhaps that’s the first clue as to why Super73 seems to get more hate than anyone when it comes to criticizing e-bikes.. More…
Tesla is under federal investigation over company resources being used to build Elon Musk a house
Tesla is now under federal investigation by the DOJ over potentially using company resources to build a mansion for Elon Musk. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: August 30, 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…
Here’s how you can save $6K by turning in your gas guzzler for a new EV in Colorado
Starting this week, Colorado residents will have the opportunity to save an extra $6,000 toward the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle simply by turning in their old gas guzzlers. Here’s who is eligible. More…
This interesting-looking electric ATV can actually get some work done
Today, we take a first look at the Envo Electric All Terrain Vehicle (e-ATV), an interesting-looking electric ATV that can actually get some work done. More…
Mercedes-Benz shares cost of the its new eSprinter van, is it worth a camper conversion?
Is a viable option for electric van life finally here? Possibly! Earlier today, Mercedes-Benz shared more details of its 2024 eSprinter Van refresh, including a more accurate range estimate (although still not official). What is official is the pricing, however, and when compared with its other specs, we may see some van enthusiasts consider a conversion.. More…
Is GM planning a rugged Kia EV9-rivaling electric SUV from Buick?
Could General Motors be crafting a rugged electric SUV for its Buick brand? A new painting from GM Design that looks eerily similar to Kia’s flagship EV9 could give us a clue.. More…
Alfa Romeo reveals the 33 Stradale supercar that goes 0-60 in under 3 sec, but good luck getting one
As an homage to its 1960s sports car by the same name, Alfa Romeo has revealed a modern-day, limited-edition version of the 33 Stradale that is all-electric. In line with its name, Alfa Romeo is only building 33 versions of this supercar, and your chances of getting one from the Italian automaker are essentially zero. More…
Juiced Bikes Labor Day sale takes up to $700 off e-bikes, WORX electric pressure washer, more
The Labor Day green energy deals are starting to go live, with Juiced Bikes leading the way. Now taking up to $700 off its popular collection of e-bikes, you’ll find some of the best prices of the year detailed below. We’re also tracking this WORX 40V Hydroshot portable pressure washer at $149 to go alongside this Bosch EV charging station for $581. Just don’t forget we also have a massive list of other e-bike discounts, too. More…
Kia plant fire pauses EV6 production in South Korea for a week
After a fire broke out at Kia’s No. 3 plant in Hwaseong, South Korea, Tuesday, the automaker is pausing production until September 6. Kia’s EV6 electric crossover is one of the models built at the facility. More…
Tesla Autopilot’s ‘Elon Mode’ draws attention from regulators
Tesla Autopilot’s so-called “Elon Mode,” which is not really what it is called, is drawing attention from regulators because it enables fewer driver monitoring alerts. More…
Äike T review: Testing the first electric scooter that can charge your laptop
To be fair, the Äike T electric scooter is an interesting and innovative ride by itself. But the fact that it’s the world’s first USB-C enabled electric scooter is icing on the cake.. More…
Porsche’s new EVs will bring bold designs as ‘an evolution’ of the sports car brand
Porsche is bringing fresh design features for its upcoming electric vehicles. According to Ingo Scheinhütte, head of advanced exterior design at Porsche, the brand’s new EVs “must be an evolution” of the German firm’s heritage.. More…
Tesla expands Supercharger access for non-Tesla EVs in Australia
Tesla has greatly expanded Supercharger access for non-Tesla EVs in Australia, with now most of the network being opened to everyone. More…
Mercury launches larger and more powerful electric outboard motors for small boats
Mercury Marine has just announced the launch of its two newest electric outboard motors, the Avator 20e and Avator 35e. More…
