Hyundai is taking a page from Tesla as it plans to model a new EV production method after its Giga Casting. The new process,”hypercasting,” can significantly cut costs while boosting output. More…
STL Airport taps Lightning eMotors for multiple electric shuttle buses and EV chargers
Electrification specialist Lightning eMotors continues to help electrify the commercial vehicle industry around the US, where all of its EVs are developed and assembled. Today, the company announced that the St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has purchased several ZEV4 electric shuttle buses that will soon transport travelers between terminals. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 12, 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…
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric Debuts: Refreshed Design, 260-Mile Estimated Range
Design and features get a major boost, while the battery and powertrain remain largely unchanged. More…
IKEA is kicking off a solar car park push in the US
IKEA today announced that it’s adding solar car parks, more solar on store rooftops, and battery energy storage systems to seven of its US stores. More…
Tesla, Suppliers To Invest $15B In Giga Mexico, State Governor Says
The amount is triple what Mexican officials announced in March when the factory was confirmed. More…
This hand-built electric car just crushed the world’s fastest-accelerating EV record [video]
Swiss students just broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest accelerating EV in their hand-built electric car. The all-electric car crushed the previous record, running from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in under a second. More…
Ride1Up Roadster V2 Gravel Edition E-Bike Now Equipped With Thumb Throttle
Value for money is at this bike’s core, as it’s one of the most affordable e-bikes rocking a Gates Carbon Drive belt. More…
Is The Tesla Universal Wall Connector The Best EV Charger Available?
Find out in our exclusive, comprehensive review. More…
New Tesla Model 3 Emerges In Regulatory Filing In China
A few additional specs and battery suppliers were confirmed. More…
Students Set New EV Acceleration World Record: 0-62 MPH In Less Than A Second
Their 309-pound electric car looks like a go-kart from certain angles and accelerates like a rocket. More…
Heat pumps are more efficient than oil and gas heating in subzero temps – Oxford study
A new Oxford University study found air source heat pumps to be more efficient than oil and gas heating in cold and subzero temperatures. More…
Airstream Trade Wind packs more battery and solar power than ever for off-grid travels
The silver bullet is going off-grid. Airstream unveiled the 2024 Trade Wind Travel Tuesday as the most independent travel trailer in the company’s 92-year history. With its largest battery bank and solar system so far, the Airstream Trade Wind is built for off-grid adventures.. More…
Wallbox demonstrates next-gen bidirectional charging for first time using Kia EV9 [Video]
Weeks after announcing a collaboration with Kia America to bring bidirectional charging capabilities to EV9 drivers, Wallbox has demonstrated the potential of its technology first hand. Today, the energy management technology company posted a video you can see below that showcases its Quasar 2 home EV charger not only charging an EV9, but also using the SUV to power home devices the opposite direction as well as other intuitive features. Check it out. More…
A Tesla robotaxi ‘concept’ was revealed in the new Elon Musk biography
A picture of a Tesla robotaxi “concept” was revealed in the new Elon Musk biography today. It is interesting, but I would also take it with a grain of salt. More…
VW lags in its most important market as Tesla, EV makers become go-to for new tech
Europe’s largest automaker, Volkswagen, may be on the edge of another crisis. VW is losing market share in its most important market, China, as Tesla and other EV makers in the region widen their lead. Those same Chinese automakers are now turning their sights on Europe, VW’s home market. More…
Volvo is going to turn used EV batteries into new battery storage
Volvo Energy and UK battery storage company Connected Energy today announced that they’ve signed a letter of intent to turn used Volvo EV batteries into new battery storage. More…
BMW, Ford, and Honda form new company streamline electrical grids, invite other automakers to join
Three major automakers have come forward and announced an equally-owned company focused on creating a single, cost-effective platform to connect EV drivers, automakers, and utility companies. BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, and American Honda Motor Company have partnered up to create ChargeScape, LLC – potentially unlocking new value as an EV owners in North America. More…
JackRabbit’s ‘silly little e-bike’ gets big updates, bigger motor, dual batteries, & more
JackRabbit has just launched a major update to its product line, unveiling the JackRabbit XG as a (slightly) larger version of its micro e-bike. The new model comes with a number of upgrades over the original pint-sized 25 pound (11 kg) two-wheeler. More…
Two-Seat Tesla Robotaxi Concept Previewed In Elon Musk Biography
A wooden model of the same vehicle was also shown in a CBS segment dedicated to Isaacson’s book on Elon Musk. More…
