SK Signet, owned by South Korea’s conglomerate SK Group, said it wants to invest $15 million into building its first plant in the USA. The company will produce 10,000 chargers a year at ramp-up and refers to US funding policies being decisive for coming to Texas. These are, of course, the Inflation Reduction Act and […] More…
Mercedes-Benz EQE Receives 5-Star Safety Rating From Euro NCAP
It basically matches the EQS and in some ways even exceeded it. More…
Specialized Releases Images Of Upcoming Globe Haul ST Electric Bike
The Haul ST is looking like a compact electric commuter with a ton of versatility. More…
Deutsche Telekom to buy 100% electric company cars from 2023
A huge change is underway as Germany’s largest telecommunications company, Deutsche Telekom, has announced to buy only electric company cars from 1 January 2023. Staff in Germany will have a choice between 33 EV models. The move is part of the Group’s broader sustainability initiatives. Deutsche Telekom announced the phase-out of the combustion engine in […] More…
Hyundai’s EV Hotel, Rivian, Amazon Vans, Honda OH: EV News Oct 14, 2022
As we head into the weekend, it’s time to share yet another assortment of compelling EV news to promote adoption. More…
Volkswagen Teases ID. Buzz GTX, Long-Wheelbase Model
We also get a first look as the seven-seat layout of the short-wheelbase Volkswagen ID. Buzz. More…
2024 Polestar 3 starts at $85,300, expected 300-mile EPA range
Polestar on Wednesday revealed the 2024 Polestar 3, which is a significant stage in the evolution of the Swedish EV brand. It’s scheduled to go on sale in the United States in the fourth quarter of 2023, starting at $85,300 with destination. The brand’s first SUV, the Polestar 3 is twinned with Polestar parent Volvo’s upcoming electric successor… More…
Porsche Taycan owners are getting range bump through software updates
Many Porsche Taycan owners are going to be happy to know that Porsche is making their vehicles more efficient through software updates resulting in range bumps. More…
Ascend unveils new EV battery safety materials
Ascend Performance Materials has announced a new flame-retardant nylon for EV safety applications. It says its Trinohex Ultra electrolyte additive, which it unveiled recently at The Battery Show North America, improves lithium-ion battery safety, extends cycle life and boosts performance. In third-party testing, Trinohex Ultra demonstrated superior cathode protection across cathode and electrolyte chemistries. The […] More…
Trek says its new ultra-lightweight road e-bike looks and feels like a non-electric bike
Trek has just unveiled its lightest electric bike to date, the Trek Domane+ SLR. The stealthy e-bike is designed to slot right in alongside non-electric bikes without sticking out. More…
Here’s where the new US EV ‘Battery Belt’ is forming – and why
Since the beginning of 2021, more than 15 new US lithium-ion battery gigafactories or expansions have been announced in a region becoming known as the Battery Belt. Combined, these facilities represent a potential investment of at least $40 billion, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. All but one gigafactory exceeds 10 GWh of capacity, and the largest will exceed 40 GWh. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: October 13, 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…
4 factors to consider when shopping for your first electric car
It’s finally time. You’ve decided to make the switch and join the zero-emission club. Buying your first electric car comes with a whole new experience. Once you feel the instant torque, upgraded technology, and smoother drive, you will never go back. Now the question becomes how do you choose which electric car to buy? Here are a few factors to consider. More…
Rivian R1T electric pickups are in Africa to help with conservation efforts
Rivian has yet to officially expand R1T electric pickup deliveries outside of the United States, but some electric pickups are already in Africa – for a good cause. More…
‘Tactical Urbanism’ – Pop-up COVID-19 bike lanes increased biking, reduced NOx exposure
In the early part of the COVID-19 pandemic, “pop-up” bike lanes in Berlin contributed to an increase in bike traffic and a reduction in exposure to pollutants for cyclists, according to a new study. More…
Lucid UX 2.0 Major Update Brings Many New Features And Tweaks
Lucid says this is its most significant over-the-air update ever for the Air bringing noticeable user experience improvements. More…
New B’Twin LD 500 E Electric Bicycle Offers Budget-Friendly E-Mobility
The Decathlon brand has city commuters in mind with this affordable and adaptable e-bike. More…
This country plans to put 2 million electric motorcycles on the road in the next 3 years
Unlike electric cars with their high prices and large footprints (both geometric and carbon footprints), electric motorcycles represent some of the smallest and most affordable electric vehicles on the planet. That’s why many countries are eschewing popular electric cars in favor of two-wheeled EVs. More…
Miners are cutting CO2 emissions in half by switching to electric vehicles for extracting critical minerals
While you may notice more electric vehicles on the road today than ever before, the technology is now making its way to miners, the companies extracting the critical minerals needed to build EVs, ensure adequate global food supply, etc. A new contract to supply battery electric vehicles to the Jansen potash project (potentially the world’s largest potash mine) expects to slash carbon emissions in half compared to its peers. What if we could apply this technology to miners in the EV industry, creating a full circle sustainable supply chain. More…
Tesla Model S Becomes A Hybrid, Never Uses Charger On 1,800-Mile Trip
This modified Model S has a generator in the back that charges its battery all the time, even when it’s parked. More…
