Tesla delivered the first Cybertrucks yesterday, and with that delivery event came the revelation that in order to get the range it promised, the Cybertruck needs a separate battery pack in the bed. But a similar battery pack system was already patented years ago, by one of Tesla’s competitors in the electric pick-up space. Read more…
Doroni’s all-electric flying car gets flight certified in the US
Flying electric cars are not just for sci-fi movies. Miami-based Doroni Aerospace announced Friday its all-electric flying car, the Doroni H1, received official FAA Airworthiness Certification. And the best part – it’s designed to fit in your garage. Read more…
Switzerland put vertical solar panels on a roadside retaining wall
A canton in Switzerland commissioned a project in which solar panels were attached vertically to a roadside retaining wall. Read more…
Updated OpenADR communications standard helps utilities manage renewables and EV charging
The OpenADR Alliance has launched a new version of its OpenADR communications standard. OpenADR 3.0 is designed to help utilities, operators, aggregators and customers manage the growing range of distributed energy resources (DERs), which includes renewable generation, stationary energy storage, EV batteries and bidirectional EV charging stations. As an open standard, OpenADR is designed to… Read more…
EVs with Chinese parts won’t qualify for the full $7,500 tax credit from 2024
The US government has released guidance that will make it harder for EVs to qualify for the full $7,500 tax credit if their batteries contain Chinese components or minerals. Read more…
Ford F-150 Lightning breaks monthly sales record, doubling in November
CEO Jim Farley announced the Ford F-150 Lightning had its best-ever sales month, breaking the record in November. Read more…
Tesla’s botched Cybertruck event is good news for Rivian, other EV truck makers
Tesla delivered the first Cybertrucks yesterday, to lukewarm reaction given revelations on its specs, pricing and availability. But Tesla’s miss might be other EV truck makers’ gain, as the big question marks on Cybertruck have been answered disappointingly. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck launch, car dealers, Volvo EX90, 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 the Tesla Cybetruck launch in detail, Volvo EX90, car dealers lobbying against EVs, and more.. Read more…
Cyrusher Doubles Down With Dual-Motor Scout E-Bike
In its top trim, the Scout flaunts two 750-watt hub motors. Read more…
Tesla Built the First Cybertruck Protoype in Just 93 Days
Elon Musk ordered Tesla’s teams to build the first Cybertruck prototype in just 90 days after the design was approved. Read more…
Swiss firm Designwerk presents container-sized Mega Charger for commercial EVs
Designwerk Technologies, based in Winterthur, Switzerland, has developed a new DC fast charging station for commercial EVs that’s packaged in a container format. After a year of development, the company has now presented the new charger to some 80 industry experts. Designwerk’s Mega Charger is a battery-buffered charging station with two CCS charging points, each… Read more…
Researchers develop cobalt-free lithium-ion battery
A team including University of Tokyo researchers has presented a viable alternative to cobalt metal that it says can outperform current lithium-ion battery (LIB) chemistry. The researchers claim that the new electrodes and electrolyte are cobalt-free, improve battery chemistry, and last for many recharge cycles. The new LIBs can deliver 4.4 V, compared to the… Read more…
Volvo EX90 will start under $80,000 in the US
Volvo has detailed the pricing of its 2025 EX90, which will go on sale in the US next year. What the Swedish company describes as its safest car yet starts at €71,468 and promises an impressive range of up to 483 km. Read more…
Here Are The Best Early Video Reviews Of The Tesla Cybertruck So Far
Jason Cammisa, Marques Brownlee, and Top Gear all got their hands on the new Tesla Cybertruck. Here are their thoughts. Read more…
Is The Cybertruck Really What Tesla Needs Right Now?
And is it what the entire world needs right now? Read more…
FTC seeks public comment on its labeling requirements for public EV chargers
Under the Energy Policy Act of 1992, the Federal Trade Commission established the Alternative Fuels Rule, which includes uniform labeling requirements for EV charging stations. The labels must provide ‘‘appropriate information with respect to costs and benefits, so as to reasonably enable the consumer to make choices and comparisons.’’ The required labels must be ‘‘simple.”… Read more…
2 days left to join the Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure
There are just two days left to reserve your spot at the Charged Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, which starts on Monday. The free-to-attend conference will be broadcast December 4 – 6, 2023, featuring live presentations, interactive Q&As, on-demand webinars and whitepaper downloads. All live webcast sessions will also be recorded and available on-demand after… Read more…
Hyundai IONIQ 5 sales double amid record November sales
Hyundai achieved its best-ever November sales as demand for its fully electric vehicles continues rising. Sales were led by the Hyundai IONIQ 5, up 99% over last year. Read more…
Tesla offers Cybertruck reservation holders $1,000 discount on its other EVs
Tesla is leveraing the attention around the Cybertruck by offering reservation holders a $1,000 discount on its other electric vehicles. Read more…
Tesla secures massive 1.6 GWh Megapack order for giant project
Tesla has secured a massive Megapack order for a new giant energy storage project that will likely become the largest in the world. Read more…
