by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
A Tesla Supercharger station located at a Wawa convenience store in New Jersey caught on fire yesterday. The cause of the fire is currently unknown and Tesla is reportedly investigating the situation. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and...
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Last month we reviewed the portable charging cords OEMs provide with their North American electric vehicles, and the results were wild. We gave Tesla’s Gen2 UMC an A+, Audi an A, Nissan a B, Hyundai a D, GM a D-, BMW an F, and Jaguar an F-. Now we have our first look...
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Tesla’s latest updates show that it is improving its efficiency by 3% a year, which is increasing its already impressive lead over the rest of the automotive industry. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to the podcast. The post...
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
The BMW i4 is a next-generation all-electric sedan coming in 2021 and today, the German automaker has revealed more details about EV, including power, charging capacity and more. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to the podcast....
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Much has been said about how Ford is going after Tesla with the launch of the Mustang Mach E, but Tesla CEO Elon Musk seems to be OK with it as he is ‘excited’ for the launch of the electric car and even added that it should encourage other automakers to go electric....
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Minutes after the official unveiling of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, we jumped into the press scrum surrounding Bill Ford. Electrek asked Ford’s chairman, and Henry Ford’s great-grandson, if he knew the introduction was taking place one block from Tesla’s design center....
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Ford’s Mustang Mach E electric crossover is a big deal for the auto industry. There’s no denying that an iconic brand like the Ford Mustang getting rebuilt from the ground up with a compelling electric makeover is a historic moment in the movement away from ICE...
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
The massive global transition to electric vehicles entered a new phase 30 minutes ago. That’s when Ford unveiled its Mustang Mach-E all-electric SUV. The significance of the moment has little to do with a high-tech breakthrough or stroke of innovation. That was...
by Electrek | Nov 18, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Ford has just unveiled the Mustang Mach E at a private event at the LA Auto Show. Electrek is on the scene and will be bringing you updates in our Ford Mustang Mach E livestream news hub post. In addition to the livestream and media drives/information we’ve been...
by Electrek | Nov 17, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Ford’s Mustang Mach E electric crossover SUV gets unveiled tonight in Los Angeles, in advance of the LA Auto Show. Electrek is at the event and will bring you full coverage of everything you need to know about the car here. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for...
by Electrek | Nov 17, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Yesterday we reported that the (now discontinued) Mid-Range Model 3 has seen a performance bump from 5.6s to 4.9s since its debut. Many of you naturally asked about the other trims, so here you go! We break down all the trims as they were advertised at their debut,...
by Electrek | Nov 17, 2019 | Automotive Technology
The list of EVs getting unveiled in Los Angeles this week is not as long as in previous years. But the importance of those vehicles is extraordinary. The week starts with the wraps coming off the Ford Mustang Mach-E. And it ends with the first look of the Tesla...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Every now and again my news feed pushes something weird my way, and I’m always glad when it does. Today’s weird bit of news is a cool new product from a company called Motosola. They have developed a solar charging sun canopy for electric scooters that looks like it...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
The California state government has fired back against the Trump administration’s attempt to destroy the state’s emission regulations and those of ZEV states. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration enacted a directive yesterday which would prevent agencies from buying...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
The World Economic Forum: What if we actually got things right with fixing climate change? Venice’s regional council floods for the first time — right after it voted against climate-crisis action. Greta Thunberg sails back to Europe on a catamaran, and leaves the US...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Rivian has released new information on its test program for the R1T electric pickup truck and released a video of a R1T pickup prototype off-roading. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to the podcast. The post Rivian R1T electric...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Earlier this week we reported that the Model 3 Performance’s 0-60 mph acceleration dipped below 3 seconds – a 2.99 recorded by DragTimes – after a software update CEO Elon Musk announced during the Q3 Tesla earnings call. Now Model 3 Mid-range owners, aka The...
by Electrek | Nov 16, 2019 | Automotive Technology
We had the pleasure of attending CoMotion LA: a fantastic event for transportation innovators, delegates, municipalities, vendors, and lawmakers to all connect and collaborate. With conferences and meetings occurring at every hour, we were on the exhibition floor to...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The European Union will stop funding fossil fuels by the end of 2021. Oil giant Aramco gears up for its initial public offering. The first-ever hydrogen-powered train is coming to the US. Deputy Energy Secretary Dan...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Sponsored by EV Items: Get 20% off EV Items Tesla accessories incl. Qi console charger, Interior LED Light Upgrade & more w/ code Electrek. This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy,...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
US Deputy Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette had his first Senate hearing for the post of secretary of energy yesterday. He was tapped by Donald Trump to replace Rick Perry. Brouillette previously worked for Ford as a VP of their policy team. Here’s a snapshot of his...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Amazon has the latest ecobee SmartThermostat at $219.95 shipped. That’s a $30 savings off the regular going rate and the second-best price we’ve tracked all-time. ecobee completely redesigned its new thermostat, now featuring a glass face and a “vivid” touch display....
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
Electric motorcycles are increasingly entering police fleets for patrol use, but now we could be seeing electric bicycles entering the mix as well, thanks to the new Delfast Top Cop e-bike. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
VW CEO has shut down the rumors of a collaboration between Tesla and Volkswagen after he was reported to be excited about an investment in the electric automaker. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to the podcast. The post...
by Electrek | Nov 15, 2019 | Automotive Technology
A Rivian R1T electric pickup prototype was spotted driving around in Canada – giving a rare great look at the latest working prototype. more… Subscribe to Electrek on YouTube for exclusive videos and subscribe to the podcast. The post Watch latest Rivian R1T electric...
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