Montgomery County, Maryland, will be the US East Coast’s first county to ban natural gas in new buildings. More…
Podcast: Tesla Semi event, Model 3/Y discount, M3 redesign, 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 discuss the Tesla Semi delivery event, Tesla offering discounts in the US, potential Model 3 redesign, and more. More…
Navier shows off flying electric boat and claims ‘world’s longest range’
Electric boat manufacturer Navier is showing off the first flight of its Navier N27 hydrofoil electric boat. The company plans to follow this maiden voyage announcement with the unveiling of its larger N30 hydrofoil electric boat. More…
Volkswagen Revises EV Strategy, Delays But Extends MEB Lifespan
VW’s new boss Oliver Blume has reportedly given the approval for significant investments to make way for “MEB-EVO.” More…
Elon Musk confirms Tesla Semi has battery pack around 900 kWh, but more answers are needed
Elon Musk has confirmed Tesla Semi’s efficiency at 1.7 kWh per mile, which means it has a roughly 900 kWh battery pack. It’s an important piece of information, but there are still more questions to answer before Tesla Semi can officially be a truly disruptive product. More…
Polydrops P19 Shorty Trailer Claimed To Extend Ioniq 5’s EPA Range
The company says the Hyundai Ioniq 5 can cover more miles towing the $10,000 P19 Shorty at 55 mph than its EPA rating of 256 miles. More…
I bought my mom a Chevy Bolt EV – Here’s how it went
When Chevy announced it was dropping the price of the Chevy Bolt EV by $6,000 earlier this year to $25,600, it went from a good EV option to a great one. This is a 5-star-safety-rated sporty hatchback EV with 259 miles of real range, lots of space inside, and a great interior.. More…
TIER And Omni Push For Inclusivity With Wheelchair-Compatible E-Scooters
The two companies are testing this new solution in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, with hopes of expansion very soon. More…
US: Hyundai Ioniq 5 Sales Decreased To The Lowest Level Since January
Meanwhile, the new 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric set a new monthly sales record. More…
Ford’s November sales paints revealing picture of US auto industry as EV adoption climbs
Ford released its US auto sales for November today, and although electric vehicle sales were up over 100% YOY for the fifth straight month, gas-powered car sales continued to slide. The sales report highlights the direction in which the US auto industry is headed – forward.. More…
Tesla Semi Launches, Lordstown Endurance Certified For Sales
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BMW Patents Suspension That Harnesses Electricity Going Over Bumps
Road imperfections, potholes and speed bumps could replenish your future BMW EV’s battery. More…
Tesla confirms megawatt charging tech for Cybertruck, Semi
Tesla confirmed that it plans to use a new immersive cooling method for its Supercharger V4 charging cable, capable of handling up to 1 megawatt. “It’s going to be used for Cybertruck, too,” Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday night. The tech upgrade is coming to Superchargers next year, he added. Tesla didn’t confirm that… More…
2023 Tesla Model S And Model X Get Larger, Better Rear Screen
The screen is bigger and it has a much thinner bezel than before, as shown in a photo posted by a Tesla Owners Club member on Facebook. More…
Volkswagen plans North American battery plant, paving way for more EV tax credits
Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume recently shared that the company is actively searching for a home for its first battery cell factory in North America. Furthermore, Blume has named Canada specifically as “one logical option.” By joining Volkswagen’s current EV production footprint in Tennessee, the Group may soon meet the battery manufacturing requirements outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act for vehicles like the ID.4 to continue to qualify for US federal tax credits, while opening the door for more EVs under its umbrella to qualify.. More…
Tesla Semi: “It’s A Beast” With Tri-Motor System
It has three times the power of any diesel truck on the road. More…
BMW Gen6 Batteries May Foreshadow Class-Leading EV
With 620 miles or more of range, 30% faster charging, and 60% less CO2 in production, the next-generation of battery looks bright. More…
Amazon expands micromobility fleet; new hubs in the UK
Amazon has announced expanding its UK e-cargo bike fleet with the launch of three more micromobility hubs in Manchester and London. This is part of the online giant’s one-billion-euro initiative to decarbonise logistics in Europe. As for the UK, Amazon claims it has already made more than five million deliveries with its e-cargo bikes and […] More…
The truth behind the rumoured EV driving ban in Switzerland
In the last few days, reports in various media outlets have circulated which, at least in their headlines, somewhat luridly suggested that Switzerland was planning driving bans for electric cars. It turns out the truth behind the “news” is not quite that wild. The basis for the reports is the ‘Ordinance on Restrictions and Prohibitions […] More…
Switzerland rumoured to consider a ban for EVs
In the last few days, various media reports have circulated which, at least in their headlines, somewhat luridly suggested that Switzerland was planning driving bans for electric cars. It turns out the truth behind the rumours is not quite that wild. The basis for the reports is the ‘Ordinance on Restrictions and Prohibitions on the […] More…
