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Weird Alibaba: You can buy your own electric school bus from China
In yet another entry of the Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week that takes us into new territory, this week it’s time to grab your backpack and lunch money for your first day of school. Or at least your first day out and about on a new electric school bus. That’s right, this awesome electric school bus could be yours… if you want to bring it over from China. More…
The first of China’s desert solar and wind projects is online, and it’s huge
The first of many solar and wind projects in China’s deserts is now online, and it’s capable of powering 1.5 million households. More…
NIO begins deliveries of its flagship coupe SUV set to compete with the Polestar 3
Emerging Chinese EV maker NIO announced Friday it has officially begun deliveries of its EC7 electric coupe SUV, deemed one of the most aerodynamic SUVs on the market. NIO’s new flagship coupe is poised to compete in an expanding premium electric SUV market along with the Polestar 3. More…
Podcast: Tesla inventory problem, Musk deep fakes, the Bolt EV is dead, 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 inventory problem, Musk’s deep fakes self-driving comments?, the Bolt EV getting killed, and more. More…
California bans new diesel trucks effective 2036, a world first
The California Air Resources Board has voted unanimously to finalize its Advanced Clean Fleets rule, a massive new regulation on medium- and heavy-duty fleet vehicles that, among other things, requires all new medium- and heavy-duty vehicles sold or registered in the state of California to be zero-emission come 2036. More…
Evelo Atlas Review: Nigh Unto Perfect
The Evelo Atlas is a remarkable electric bike that hits every target for urban exploration, commuting, and long-distance trekking. The Atlas is a well-integrated and intuitive ride with amazing build quality that speaks to seasoned and new cyclists alike. The Atlas is so good at its purpose that the only way to get more quality is to pay an extra $3,000 or more for a quasi-custom import. More…
AYRO shows off its Texas-built electric mini-truck for the first time
The Round Rock, Texas-based EV company AYRO has begun exhibiting its AYRO Vanish utility vehicle ahead of its full-scale production commencement. More…
Tesla drops price of Model Y 7-seat option to $3K, from $4K
Tesla has lowered the price of its seven-seat, third-row option for its popular Model Y SUV to $3,000, down from $4,000 previously. The change is the latest among several recent price changes for Tesla as inventory reaches a new high. More…
Tesla’s biggest bull with $2,000 price target sees robotaxi service launching ‘soon’
Ark Invest, arguably Tesla’s biggest bull with a $2,000 price target on the TSLA stock, put together a weighted average prediction for when Tesla would launch its robotaxi service. More…
How electric school buses will keep Canadians warm during emergencies
Prince Edward Island has enlisted the help of Lion Electric‘s electric school buses to provide power in the event of emergencies, to keep community disaster relief locations running when the power goes out. More…
This US neighborhood will give you a free electric bike if you move there (seriously)
There are plenty of affordable electric bikes out there these days to fit just about any budget. But if you’ve been hoping to snag a free electric bike, it’s never been easier. Now all you have to do is move to Arizona. Or more specifically, to Culdesac Tempe, a car-free rental apartment community in Tempe, AZ. More…
Daimler just announced a $650M US-wide EV charging network for trucks
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) today announced a joint venture with NextEra Energy and BlackRock Alternatives in which they’ll build EV charging infrastructure across the US for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: April 27, 2023
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Oklahoma is about to get one of the largest solar cell factories in the US
Enel North America has named Oklahoma as its preferred choice for its planned 3 gigawatt (GW) solar panel and cell factory. More…
Saab engineers develop secret NEVS Emily GT electric car project as IP rights go up for sale
Although Saab doesn’t make cars anymore, the company’s spirit is still alive and well. After going defunct in 2011, Saab’s automotive assets were sold to National Electric Vehicle Sweden. Under financial hardship, the company is now closing product development activities – however, not before a new secret electric sports car project called NEVS Emily GT was revealed. More…
Police believed Tesla fire was due to battery, turns out it was arson
A Tesla Model S was found on fire parked on the street in Spokane, Washington. The police first believed that it caught on fire by itself due to its battery, but it turns out it was arson. More…
Pure Watercraft unveils production-intent electric pontoon boat powered by GM’s EV batteries
Electric propulsion specialist Pure Watercraft has officially shared the final design of its Pure Pontoon Boat – the company’s first vessel designed in house. Powered by EV batteries provided by minority stakeholder GM, this first crack at an electric pontoon boat could appeal to many consumers interested in quiet cruises without emissions.. More…
Heybike unveils new folding fat tire electric bike that targets bang for your buck
Heybike, one of the friendlier sounding Asian e-bike companies that have sprung up over the last few years, has just launched a new folding fat tire electric bike that attempts to compete on value. The new Heybike Ranger S offers higher performance at a price that few companies have been able to match. More…
Volvo closes flagship EX90 SUV orders as EV sales reach 18% in Q1
Volvo Cars started the year on a high note as electric vehicle sales expanded 157% in the first three months of 2023, accounting for nearly one in every five cars sold. After an overwhelmingly positive response, Volvo says it was forced to close orders for its new flagship EX90 SUV due to the model year selling out. More…
