But the year-over-year growth rate slows down, despite surging exports. More…
Munro teases sleeker production version of Series-M 4×4 EV, begins equity crowdfunding
Young, Scottish automaker Munro Vehicles has come a long way in its short tenure, hoping to deliver two versions of its 4×4 EV truck to customers soon. Today, the company has unveiled an upgraded production version of the M-Series truck, but is asking for a hefty sum via a crowdfunding campaign to scale production and initiate first deliveries of its packed order book. More…
Ford unveils F-150 Lightning ‘Flash’ w/ 320 mi range, high-tech cabin, starts under $70K
A new electric truck will make its debut in Ford’s portfolio next year: the F-150 Lightning Flash. The new all-electric truck features a tech-focused interior and long-range capabilities at the correct value. More…
It looks like Rivian’s 400+-mile ‘Max pack’ is coming very soon
Rivian has added the “Max pack” option to its R1S configurator, and added “Max pack” as a filter criteria to its R1 shop, suggesting that vehicles with the massive 400+-mile pack will be shipping soon. More…
New Florida-built electric speedboat offers high power and solar charging
Blue Innovations Group (BIG), the electric boat startup founded by a former Tesla executive, has just launched its first electric boat. The R30 falls somewhere between an electric powerboat and a day cruiser, offering impressive specs in a spacious 30-foot (9.4 meter) package large enough for 12 passengers to relax in comfort. More…
Nissan reveals Hyper Urban – first of EV series for Japan Mobility Show
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has unveiled plans to dominate the Japan Mobility Show with its futuristic electric concepts. While the word ‘electric’ has been echoing in the automobile corridors for a while now, Nissan is prepared to give it a whole new resonance. Nissan’s booth at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show intends to be more than just a showcase. It’s designed to be a visual, interactive experience where the lines between physical and virtual blur. Visitors to the booth will have the chance to not only see but also feel Nissan’s perspective on the future of electrified mobility. Interactive… More…
Used Fisker Ocean One On Cars & Bids Costs Almost The Same As New
With two days before the auction closes, the current high bid is $65,000 – some $4,000 below the starting MSRP of a new Ocean One. More…
Munro Series-M Electric 4×4 Debuts With More Creature Comforts, LFP Battery
The updated Scottish off-roader supersedes the pre-production MK_1 that was revealed at the end of last year. More…
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash: The ‘Sweet Spot’ 320-Mile Truck
The Lightning Flash is a greatest hits album for Ford’s EV pickup. More…
Tesla Cybertruck interior revealed in best video yet
A short video was posted to the internet today with the best view of Cybertruck’s interior yet, including a glimpse at the car’s main interface in action. More…
Cell proves its worth for eVTOLs
About:Energy has characterised the P45B high-power battery cell from Molicel being used in several eVTOL designs (writes Nick Flaherty).
The P45B has a 10C pulse discharge capability and a 3C charge capability but can still provide a 242 Wh/kg nominal specific energy. Its low DC internal resistance is measured by About:Energy at 13.8 mΩ (7.86 mΩ for 0.2 seconds) bodes well for high C-rate use cases, particularly where the thermal management system is constrained. More…
Cheapest Model Y ever? Tesla starts selling Model Y RWD in US for $44k
Tesla has updated its US website to add a cheaper Model Y RWD with a base price of $43,990 which, after incentives, might make it the cheapest Model Y ever available in the US. More…
Watch Tesla Cybertruck launch like a rocket from a standstill
We get a rare look at a Tesla Cybertruck launching from a standstill, and it looks more like a rocket than a pickup truck. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: October 2, 2023
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…
BYD’s Q3 report: 824,000 NEVs sold, BEV sales match Tesla
BYD wrapped up Q3 with an impressive sale of 824,001 new enegry vehicles of which 431,603 pure electric passenger vehicles. This represents a whopping 52.4% of its total sales for the period. Tesla, in the same stretch, reported 435,059 pure electric car sales. So even if you discount the various EREVs and PHEVs that BYD makes its sales are already matching the American company’s. Earlier today Tesla reported a 26.5% jump year-on-year, but a dip of 6.7% compared to Q2. On the other hand BYD saw electric vehicle sales rising by 66.9% year-on-year and 22.6% sequentially. BYD and Tesla BEV… More…
Watch Jay Leno Drive Tesla Semi And Tow Another Semi With It
He also experiences the Semi’s unreal turning radius while succcessfully making a U-turn in an intersection – while towing a trailer. More…
Mass Market EV Ownership Costs 18 Percent More Than Gas Cars: Report
Certain premium EVs and their gas-powered counterparts are closer to price parity than mass-market models. More…
Honda reveals new electric SUV and sedan concepts in latest video
With Honda’s EV offensive finally starting, the Japanese automaker is already giving us a preview of what could be its next-gen electric SUV and sedan concepts in its latest video. More…
MIT scientists used solar power to make drinking water cheaper than tap water
MIT scientists have designed a solar-powered desalination system that turns saltwater into drinkable water at a higher volume – and a lower cost. More…
Watch The First Tesla NACS To CCS1 Adapter In Action
We get the exclusive opportunity to check out an adapter that allows authorized CCS1-equipped EVs to charge at Tesla Superchargers. More…
