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Elon Musk’s xAI poaches another engineer from Tesla in a clear conflict of interest
Elon Musk’s xAI, an artificial intelligence startup, has poached yet another engineer from Tesla in a clear conflict of interest. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Ludicrous version poses for exterior and interior photo shoot
Tesla has so far refreshed the Model 3, but not what used to be called the Performance version. This has recently been rumored to get a name change to Model 3 Ludicrous, and its launch now seems imminent, considering the fact that a lot of these cars are showing up left and right with no camo on them whatsoever. Case… Read more…
ENNOVI introduces new production process for low-voltage EV battery cell contacting systems
ENNOVI, a provider of mobility electrification solutions, has introduced a new process for producing flexible circuits for low-voltage signals in EV battery cell contacting systems. “While flexible printed circuits (FPC) are often employed in these systems, they are the most expensive component in the current collector assembly,” says the company. “ENNOVI’s flexible die-cut circuit (FDC)… Read more…
VertexCom and chargebyte release new EV charging modules
VertexCom, a Taiwanese provider of smart charging communication chips, and chargebyte, a German maker of EV charging communication modules, have announced the availability of two new Supply Equipment Communication Controller modules based on VertexCom’s HomePlug GreenPHY chipset MSE1021+MSEX24-i. Chargebyte’s new Charge Control D and PLC Stamp Multi VERT are designed specifically for EV charging systems,… Read more…
Meet DAL-e: Hyundai’s new electric robot that can deliver 16 cups of coffee
If you see an electric robot roaming around the office, don’t be alarmed. It could just be DAL-e, Hyundai’s new electric delivery robot that can easily carry around 16 cups of coffee. Read more…
A Tesla Supercharger is Maine’s first NEVI EV charging station
The State of Maine just opened its first National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program-funded EV charging station – a Tesla Supercharger with CCS compatibility. Read more…
Could one of these 5 powerful, high-performing e-scooters be your next ride?
VoroMotors is one of the US’s leading electric scooter distributors, and the California-based company is now offering Electrek readers an exclusive $50 off five fantastic models with the promo code ELECTREK. These mighty five deliver speed, performance, and ingenious upgrades – check out the details below. Read more…
Leaked images tease BYD’s first electric pickup, coming to global markets this year
New images are showcasing what appears to be the first all-electric pickup model from Build Your Dreams (BYD). The camouflaged images show a mid- to full-size truck, confirmed to be hitting EV markets across the globe before the end of 2024. Read more…
Last Smart Fortwo rolls off the production line in Hambach
Mercedes-Benz has ended production of the Smart Fortwo after more than 25 years. The last model, an all-electric Fortwo Cabrio, rolled off the production line at the Hambach plant in France at the end of March. Read more…
Used Mercedes EQS loses half of its value in just one year
Owning a high-end electric vehicle has always come with a hefty price tag, but a new study reveals the financial blow you take can be even more significant than you expect. If you’re in the market for a luxury EV, you might want to reconsider the purchase – or consider buying a used one. Headline-making research from US-based iSeeCars demonstrates… Read more…
Ford Mustang Mach-E Sales ‘Catching Fire’ After Huge Price Drop
Inventory movement has tripled since Ford’s price cuts in February 2024. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) hits a milestone after its 100,000th EV rolls off the production line
EV startup Rivian (RIVN) just hit a major milestone after announcing its 100,000th EV rolled off the production line on Wednesday.. Read more…
Save $525 on Greenworks’ new Venture mountain e-bike, 27kW tankless electric water heater now $405, more
Greenworks just debuted its first-ever lineup of EVs at the start of the year, and now you can finally save on one of its more enticing models. The all-new Greenworks Venture All-Terrain Mountain e-bike is dropping for the first time down to $1,575 to go alongside all of today’s other best deals. That includes tankless electric water heaters at $405 and an outdoor electric tool starter kit. Plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
CATL launches new EV battery with close to a 1 million mile, 15-year lifespan
Leading EV battery maker CATL released its new breakthrough battery pack with up to a nearly 1 million mile (1.5 million km), 15-year warranty.. Read more…
U.S. Volkswagen ID.4 Sales Decreased By 37% In Q1 2024
It was the worst result in almost two years. Read more…
The Microlino Tiny Retro EV Is Flawed But Lovable
With a design inspired by the iconic Isetta bubble car, a premium image, and an electric powertrain, there’s nothing quite like it. Read more…
Two FUSO eCanter trucks operate in frigid climate of northern Finland
German logistics company Schenker, a subsidiary of railway company Deutsche Bahn, has been operating two FUSO eCanter 7.5-ton battery-electric trucks since the beginning of the year in Kuusamo and Oulu, Finland, near the Arctic Circle. The truck based at the Schenker terminal, which has been driven more than 1,200 km in recent weeks, is charged… Read more…
ACEL Power adds two high-power electric outboard motors to its lineup
ACEL Power , a startup founded in 2021, has added two offerings to its lineup of electric outboard motors. The introduction of the new IE150 and IE250 models expands the ACEL line to 4 models. The model numbers denote horsepower, so the existing IE50 and IR75 deliver 50 and 75 hp respectively; the IE150 delivers… Read more…
Ford U.S. EV Sales Almost Doubled In Q1 2024 To Over 20,000
March brought the second-highest EV sales number ever, as all models contributed to strong growth. Read more…
