The Van Raam Balance may not look that different from afar, but upon closer inspection you’ll see a novel-looking frame that, among other features, helps the Netherlands-based company tout it as the safest two-wheeled electric bike in the world.. More…
Equipmake’s ZED system for buses set to enter service
Developing heavy-duty powertrains for integrating into electric passenger buses is fundamentally different from other EV applications, owing to their unique drive cycles and weight-carrying considerations, and their dramatically different HVAC requirements (writes Rory Jackson). Unlike other EVs, an electric bus can expend as much energy on heating and cooling its cabin interior as it does […] More…
Skoda adds RS model to Enyaq lineup
Skoda has expanded the Enyaq lineup with the addition of the top-of-the-range RS iV. Like its coupé sister model, the Enyaq RS iV also offers an electric drive with two motors, an all-wheel drive and 220 kW system output. While the Enyaq Coupé was also presented as an RS model with the most powerful MEB […] More…
Quick Charge Podcast: October 24, 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…
BLUETTI raises nearly $9.5M on Indiegogo to deliver its AC500 and B300S Backup Power Station
BLUETTI POWER Inc. is a global leader in portable and solar energy solutions and is showing no signs of slowing down its innovation. After launching a funding campaign for the AC500 power station and B300S expansion battery pack combo system this past September, BLUETTI has already garnered close to $9.5 million across nearly 4,000 backers – and the funding round isn’t even over yet. As BLUETTI completes milestone after milestone, there’s no better time to purchase an AC500 power station of your own and receive a complimentary gift pack for backers only. More…
Hyundai grew EV sales by 27% in Q3, but foreign automaker demand drop ‘seems inevitable’ in US
Hyundai delivered another strong performance in the third quarter as several popular EV models led to 27% EV sales growth. However, analysts believe with the new tax credit provisions from the Inflation Reduction Act, a drop in demand “seems inevitable” for foreign automakers like the Hyundai Group. More…
Tesla is rumored to be looking to invest in Mexico
Tesla is rumored to be looking to invest in Nuevo Leon, a Mexican state bordering Texas, as CEO Elon Musk meets with the governor. More…
XPeng 1024 Tech Day 2022 recap: Neural net autonomous driving, robotaxis, and ‘flying car’ footage
XPeng completed its fourth annual 1024 Tech Day in China today, highlighting several of its latest technological breakthroughs in electric mobility. The presentation included several advancements in autonomous driving, robotic animals, and self-evolving AI platforms. Additionally, XPeng Inc. shared that its sixth generation eVTOL – the closest thing we’ve seen to an actual flying car – completed its maiden flight. Lots to unfold here, so let’s get started. More…
2023 Kia Niro EV price announced – starts at $39,450, available this month
Kia has announced US pricing for the refreshed 2023 Kia Niro EV, which starts at $39,450, about $500 less than the outgoing model. The car will arrive at US dealers this month and will be available in all 50 states. More…
Renault mocks Tesla Semi announcements
In light of the delayed market launch of the Tesla Semi, Renault Trucks has called out Tesla with an ad of their own. The clip shows a worker putting up a billboard advertisement for the Tesla Semi before getting into his own Renault electric truck, making light of the fact that Tesla has not been […] More…
Ford CEO shares F-150 Lightning’s official 0-60 mph under 4-seconds, faster than originally promised
In recent Ford fashion (when it comes to EVs at least), the American automaker has once again underpromised and overdelivered. Its latest cheeky announcement came in the form of a tweet from Ford CEO Jim Farley, who just admitted the F-150 Lightning with an extended-range battery can travel 0-60 mph in under four seconds. A huge improvement from previously shared acceleration times and a hint that Ford may have originally been conservative about its pickup’s performance.. More…
This easy-to-use calculator tells you how much money you’ll get from the Inflation Reduction Act
US President Joe Biden signed the big climate bill – the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) – in August. It includes a wealth of rebates and tax credits to help Americans transition to electrification with the purchase of everything from electric vehicles to high-efficiency electrical appliances to heat pumps. If you’re ready to electrify but you’re not sure where to start, then check out this easy-to-understand IRA Savings calculator from Rewiring America. More…
2022-2023 GMC Hummer EV recalled for battery sealing
GM is recalling most of the GMC Hummer EV SUVs and BrightDrop EV600 electric vans it’s built so far, over an issue that could allow water into the battery pack of the big off-roaders or delivery vehicles. It underscores that in any clean-slate tech and manufacturing approach, there may be some basic manufacturing hurdles to get past first… More…
China: Tesla Cut Model 3 And Model Y Prices By 5-9%
The company introduces more incentives, including the re-introduction of the referral program. More…
Tesla Software Update Rolls Out With Extensive List Of Improvements
Not only will your Tesla likely Supercharge faster after the update, but you’ll also enjoy improved modes. More…
BMW i5 And i5 Touring Wagon Previewed Based On Latest Spy Photos
That is one big electric wagon… More…
Ryvid Anthem first ride: Testing a budget electric motorcycle that looks like a million bucks
The Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle is one of the most innovative light electric motorcycles we’ve seen in years. The bike already began taking pre-orders, with deliveries expected next year, and I recently got the chance to test out a pair of Ryvid Anthem prototypes during a trip to LA. More…
Berlin-Made Tesla Model Y To Get Mega Casts, Structural Battery Packs
Tesla wants to implement front and rear mega casts as well as structural battery packs on the Model Y before the end of the year. More…
Panasonic to source graphite from North America
Tesla battery partner Panasonic has signed an MoU with Nouveau Monde Graphite (NMG) to establish a supply chain in North America for graphite, an anode-active material used in lithium-ion batteries. The new partners rely on Mitsui for a feasibility study on graphite production in North America to come to a firm offtake agreement in spring […] More…
Hit The Road In Retro Style With Desikinio’s Classic E-Bike
This vintage-inspired e-bike is packing a MAHLE powertrain. More…
