An almost brand-new Tesla Model Y caught on fire after powering down while driving. The driver claimed to be stuck inside the car and had to break the window to get out. More…
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Schwinn Coston CE electric bike review: Why don’t more e-bikes have these awesome frame lights?
Schwinn’s electric bicycle line has significantly expanded over the last couple years. When I first started riding electric Schwinns, I was largely limited to cruiser e-bikes. But with several new commuter-specific e-bikes like the Schwinn Coston CE that I recently tested, this household bicycle name is making a big move on the wider e-bike market. More…
Elon Musk says Tesla will have self-driving cars without need for human driver this time next year
Elon Musk told reporters in Brazil that Tesla will have self-driving cars without the need for human drivers behind the wheel for supervision or at all really around this time next year. More…
Elon Musk says Tesla will have self-driving cars without the need for human drivers this time next year
Elon Musk told reporters in Brazil that Tesla will have self-driving cars without the need for human drivers behind the wheel for supervision (or at all really) around this time next year. More…
Tesla files plans for diner/drive-in theater supercharger on Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood
Tesla has reportedly filed plans for a 29-stall supercharger and diner/drive-in theater location in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The location is at 7001 Santa Monica Boulevard at the intersection with Orange Drive. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: May 21, 2022
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…
Einride teases a sleek new trailer at inaugural Mesh conference
During its inaugural Einride Mesh technology conference, autonomous EV freight company Einride introduced new software and hardware products. This includes updates to its Saga operating system, as well as the debut of Einride’s new E-Trailer – design concept that brings brings end-to-end payload intelligence along with added overall range from its integrated battery. More…
Wheel-E Podcast! Juiced RipRacer riding, Ukrainian military e-bikes, cheaper Specialized e-bikes & more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This week that includes reviewing Juiced Bike’s new fun-sized RipRacer e-bike, exploring how NYC wants to take 25% of its streets away from cars, new more affordable utility e-bikes from Specialized, Ukraine’s use of military e-bikes, the recently launched LiveWire Del Mar electric motorcycle from Harley-Davidson, and lots more. We’ll also be joined at the top of the show by Juiced Bikes Founder and CEO Tora Harris. More…
Harley-Davidson pauses production for two weeks on all models except for electric motorcycles
Milwaukee-based motorcycle company Harley-Davidson is feeling the sting of supply-chain issues that have plagued major manufacturers for years. Now the company has been forced to pause production across all of its various motorcycles, with the exception of its LiveWire electric motorcycles. More…
Elon Musk announces that Tesla is building a ‘hardcore litigation department’ – Timing is strange
Elon Musk announced today that Tesla is building a “hardcore litigation department” to “directly initiate and execute lawsuits.” The timing of the effort is strange since it comes right after an allegation of sexual misconduct against the CEO. More…
Hyundai Motor Group announces its first dedicated EV facilities coming to the US
Following rumors circulating earlier this month, Hyundai Motor Group has officially signed an agreement with the state of Georgia to invest $5.5 billion in new facilities dedicated to EV and battery manufacturing. When complete, these new facilities will be Hyundai’s first EV-specific manufacturing on US soil and will produce a wide range of upcoming electric models. More…
Podcast: Tesla (TSLA) falls on ESG and Elongate, FSD Beta update, Cadillac Lyriq pricing, and more
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. This week, we discussed Tesla (TSLA) falling amid an issue with ESG and the Elongate scandal, a FSD Beta update, the Cadillac Lyriq pricing, and more. More…
Rivian R1T, The Electrek Review: There is nothing like it
Rivian gave us a loaner R1T for four days last week to drive around and enjoy. We took it from the Brooklyn delivery center through New York City, into the Adirondacks, and back through the mud, suburbs, and traffic. More…
Biden administration kicks off $5 billion electric Clean School Bus program
US Vice President Kamala Harris and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan are today launching the Clean School Bus program, a part of President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, from a high school in Falls Church, Virginia. More…
Tesla (TSLA) falls 10% amid ‘Elongate scandal,’ Musk denies the claim & challenges alleged victim’s friend
Tesla (TSLA) stock has fallen by as much as 10% today after the allegation of sexual misconduct against CEO Elon Musk came out, which is now being called the ‘Elongate’ scandal. Musk has now denied the claim and even challenged the alleged victim’s friend who shared the story. More…
Tesla agrees to build battery and EV factory in Indonesia, official says
Tesla has reportedly agreed to build a battery and electric vehicle factory in Indonesia, according to the country’s head of investments. The comment comes after Musk met with the Indonesian president. More…
I go everywhere in my city by electric vehicle, yet I don’t own an electric car. Here’s how I do it
Spoiler alert: Electric vehicles are the future, and they’re destined to replace fossil fuel-powered cars. Unless you’ve got your head firmly buried in the sand, that won’t come as a shocker to you.. More…
Tesla structural battery pack is removable, but it is quite an ordeal
Tesla’s latest service manual does reveal that Tesla’s structural battery pack is removable – something that was thought of as a problem due to the design. More…
Swedish electric boat maker Candela launching its next-gen C-8 flying electric boat in Venice
It’s not a strange sight to see silent flying boats zipping around the Stockholm Archipelago, where Swedish boatmaker Candela produces its C-7 hydrofoil electric speedboats. That popular model has already spread across Europe and the US as well, but is soon to have its position as the company’s flagship model usurped by Candela’s next-generation C-8. The new model will be formally launched a week from today at the Salone di Nautico Boat Show in Venice, Italy. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: May 19, 2022
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…