Researchers in South Korea have developed a new method of modifying conventional anodes to improve the cycling performance of a battery cell (writes Nick Flaherty). The team, at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, used a layer of graphene oxide – a single atomic layer of carbon – on a silicon anode to prevent […] More…
Rivian Pushes Back R2 Platform To 2026, Has 114,000 R1 Preorders
The EV maker originally said the R2 platform designed for smaller, more affordable EVs would launch in 2025 at a new plant in Georgia. More…
Bosch to handle Sion Solar EV repairs under partnership with Sono Motors
Solar EV developer Sono Motors has found a service and repair partner in fellow German company Bosch. The two parties announced that when Sono’s flagship Sion SEV begins deliveries in Europe, owners will be able to have all maintenance and repair services performed under a network of shops within the framework of the Bosch Car Service network.. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 9, 2022
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…
DC fast chargers are replacing old phone boxes in Ireland
EasyGo, Ireland’s largest private EV charging network, today announced a new investment in DC fast chargers in towns and villages, and they’re going to be sited where old phone boxes used to be. More…
Take advantage of early bird pricing during the launch of the BLUETTI EP600 Solar Generator
Global portable and solar energy solutions provider BLUETTI POWER Inc. is mere days away from launching its next amazing product – the EP600 Solar Generator. The EP600 is an energy storage system (ESS) that when combined with BLUETTI B500 battery packs, can provide an all-encompassing energy solution to alleviate any and all power shortages throughout your entire house. See below for details regarding exclusive early bird pricing for the BLUETTI EP600 + 2xB500 combo to celebrate the solar generator’s official launch. More…
Rivian (RIVN) Q3 2022 earnings: Production expands 67% while reaffirming 25K target
Rivian (RIVN) released its third-quarter earnings results Wednesday after stock market close as the EV maker battles rising costs while it scales production. According to Rivian’s latest filing, the automaker missed Wall Street revenue expectations in Q3 but reaffirmed its 25,000 production goal for 2022. More…
Heat pumps are now mandatory in new homes in Washington State
Washington State will require new homes and apartments to have heat pumps installed from July 2023, the State Building Code Council ruled on Friday. More…
The SONDORS Metacycle first ride: Does this low-cost electric motorcycle meet the hype?
I waited for this day for nearly two years, biding my time until I would finally get a chance to throw a leg over the SONDORS Metacycle electric motorcycle and ride off into the sunset with the twist of a wrist.. More…
Geely’s Zeekr To Enter European Market In 2023 With 001 EV
The premium EV brand’s CEO said an official announcement will be made at the end of this month. More…
Tesla to allow salvaged vehicles back on Supercharger network
Good news for Tesla tinkerers with salvaged vehicles. Tesla is establishing a process to allow them back on the Supercharger network – something that has been a big issue for them over the last few years. More…
Audi introduces Q8 e-tron EVs as its top-of-the-line electric SUV
German luxury automaker Audi continues to grow its all-electric family of e-tron vehicles by announcing two new models, complete with multiple variations. Today, Audi launches its Q8 e-tron and Q8 Sportback e-tron as a representation of the automaker’s new badge and its top-tier model across its electric SUV and crossover offerings. Learn more below. More…
The Samebike MIX10 E-Bike Offers No-Frills Mobility At A Low Price
The Samebike MIX10 is as simple as it gets, and lets you hop aboard the e-bike train without breaking the bank. More…
This electric bike shifts itself, and I’m not sure how: Evelo Omega Review
The Evelo Omega is the most technologically advanced electric bicycle I’ve tried in over 10 years. Other bikes are faster, throw out more power, or load up with IoT gadgets, but the Evelo Omega pushes the boundaries of eBike tech by removing the gear shifter from the handlebars entirely.. More…
Report: Tesla Giga Shanghai EV Inventory Increases At Record Rate
In October, production exceeded wholesale sales by roughly 16,000. More…
Volvo Shows Off Smaller Future Electric SUV During EX90 Unveiling
While shoppers have been waiting for larger electric SUVs and trucks, a compelling compact electric SUV may ramp up EV sales. More…
Electrek’s new site and new OpenWeb comments
Hello, and welcome to the newly updated Electrek website (if you aren’t reading this on Google News, Apple News, RSS, etc). We’ve spent the last year working on a cleaner, easier look and feel, and together with our partners at 10up, we have created the new Electrek.co.. More…
BMW Neue Klasse EVs Will Have Up To 1,341 HP, 75-150 kWh Batteries
An 800V system and a high-performance charger will offer up to 30 miles of range per charging minute. More…
EV Black Friday? Electric Vehicle prices improved for consumers in October
If you are looking for Black Friday deals on electric vehicles this year, you’re in luck. EV prices in the US dropped again in October as new models hit the market.. More…
Volvo unveils bespoke EX90 electric SUV as ‘the safest vehicle it has ever produced’
During a global livestream event from Sweden today, Volvo Cars has officially unveiled its upcoming EX90 SUV, sharing a myriad of safety features, advanced technologies, and sustainable materials that combine within this bespoke EV. Volvo also teased a second model coming next year, but more on that later. There’s lots to explore here, so let’s dig in. More…
