Swedish EV maker Polestar presented the Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar at IAA Mobility in Munich on Monday. The electric supercar combines three winning designs from Polestar’s latest competition. More…
Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is getting a smaller, cheaper electric model
One of the most expensive Mercedes-Benz models will soon be easier to get your hands on. CEO Ola Kallenius said Sunday that Mercedes will build a smaller, cheaper, all-electric version of its iconic G-Wagon. The “baby” G-Class EV will be “fun to drive” in a compact size. More…
Smart launches the #3 in Germany
At the European premiere of the Smart #3 at the IAA Mobility, the manufacturer announced more details about the European market launch of the model. The first European country where the all-electric SUV coupé will be offered is Germany. Smart has also already named the prices: In Germany, the Smart #3 starts from 43,490 euros […] More…
The Battery Show announces keynotes Albemarle and PowerCo
The Battery Show North America reveals Eric Norris, President of the Lithium Global Business Unit at Albemarle and Sebastian Wolf, Chief Operating Officer of PowerCo, as keynotes for the annual show to focus discussion on generating sustainable battery lifecycles. More…
China’s Gotion High-Tech takes 25% stake in InoBat
Volkswagen partner Gotion High-Tech has acquired a 25% stake in the Slovakian battery company InoBat. Both companies had previously entered into collaborations in early 2023. Gotion High-Tech has not disclosed the investment sum today. In a statement, InoBat called it a “landmark investment” and the first by a top-tier Chinese global battery maker in a […] More…
Dräxlmaier opens high voltage battery assembly in Leipzig
The German automotive supplier Dräxlmaier has opened its new plant for the production of high-voltage battery systems in Leipzig. The 800-volt battery systems for the all-electric Porsche Macan, which will roll off the production line at Porsche Leipzig, will be manufactured there. With the opening of the Leipzig plant, Dräxlmaier expanded its production network in […] More…
Tesla Increased China-Made EV Wholesale Sales In August 2023
This month, all the focus is on the upgraded Model 3 (aka Highland). More…
Rome curbs rental electric scooter use
Following the complete shutdown of electric rental scooters in Paris this September, another European capital is taking action. Rome won’t entirely kick the little machines off the streets but significantly cut their numbers from 14,500 to 9,000. This reduction is a result of new regulations that came into effect in the Italian capital on 1 […] More…
Polestar Synergy Electric Fantasy Supercar Debuts At IAA Mobility
The spectacular 1:1 scale model is a combination of three winning designs from the latest Polestar Design Contest. More…
My favorite biking gear I’ve tested this year, from locks to helmets and more
At Electrek, we cover plenty of new electric cars and other EVs as part of an overarching goal of shifting transportation towards a more sustainable future. But it’s important to keep in mind that electric cars aren’t the only answer – sometimes a vehicle much smaller than a car is an even better tool for the job.. More…
Duke Energy releases flat-rate EV charging tariff in North Carolina
Duke Energy is launching a flat-rate pilot with carmakers General Motors, Ford and BMW. The ‘EV Complete Home Charging Plan’ will allow customers in North Carolina to use up to 800 kWh per month to charge an EV at home for a fixed monthly fee. “The average EV owner is already saving about $1,000 per […] More…
How Africa is set to blow past the rest of the world on electric motorcycles
Europe is chugging along slowly but surely in the transition from noisy, polluting combustion engine motorcycles to quiet, efficient electrics. Asia has already made impressive progress, and North America is, well, making an attempt. But Africa could be poised to leap past everyone as several countries adopt ambitious plans to put millions of electric motorcycles on the roads. More…
Tesla Cybertruck spotted towing a big trailer
A Tesla Cybertruck prototype was spotted towing a quite large trailer – giving hope that it will be a useful work truck. More…
McLaren’s Lavoie Hopes To Revive E-Bike Company VanMoof
The British supercar maker’s e-mobility division is set to make some big changes to VanMoof’s business model. More…
Cologne to see 18 hydrogen bendy buses by Solaris in RKV service
Cologne’s regional transport company RVK has contracted Solaris to supply 18 articulated hydrogen buses starting in summer 2024. The vehicles will serve on RVK routes in the greater Cologne/Bonn area and are part of a major FCEV roll out in the region. For the operator RVK, this is the first order for the articulated bus […] More…
Norway records 9,250 electric cars sold in August
In August, 9,250 new electric cars were registered in Norway, a significant increase compared to July. The BEV share of all new registrations has also increased, but not as much. In terms of models, the Tesla Model Y has reclaimed the top spot. With the 9,250 new electric cars, the Norwegian Road Information Authority (OFV) […] More…
Zeekr announces prices for third European market
Geely’s electric car subsidiary Zeekr has priced its electric duo in Germany. The Zeekr 001 can now be pre-ordered in Germany at prices starting at 59,900 euros, the Zeekr X from 44,990 euros. Independently of this, the company presents a new performance version, the 001 FR. The prices quoted apply to the long-range versions of […] More…
Lucid Air Midnight Dream Edition Teased Ahead Of IAA Show Debut
Available only in Europe, this is actually an Air Dream Edition that sports the sinister Stealth theme. More…
LG Magna announces its first powertrain plant in Europe
LG Magna e-Powertrain, the Joint Venture between LG Electronics and the Austrian supplier, announced at the IAA Mobility that it is expanding with a new factory in Hungary. The new plant will be LG Magna e-Powertrain’s first in Europe but is embedded in the company’s clientele. Located in the Miskolc industrial area, the plant benefits […] More…
Here’s How You Select Gears In The Tesla Model 3 Highland If The Screen Is Dead
Now that the steering wheel stalks are out of the picture, a set of emergency buttons had to be placed somewhere. More…
