by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The 2021 version of the Porsche Taycan electric car has leaked in the configurator in some markets, revealing that it will feature several beautiful new color options. more… The post Porsche 2021 Taycan electric car will feature several beautiful new colors appeared...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
As part of Germany’s new increased electric-vehicle incentive package, the country will require gas stations to offer EV charging. Details about the plan are not yet known, such as the timeline and type of required chargers. But EV advocates quickly praised the move...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
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. https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/06/Quick-Charge-6.4.20.mp3...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Tesla has quietly made a previously unreported acquisition of a firm specialized in automated manufacturing to support the design of new factories. more… The post Tesla quietly acquired automated manufacturing firm to design factories appeared first on Electrek. View...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The first 500 units of the all-electric Aiways U5 SUV are on their way to Europe. Their arrival will mark the first batch of Made-in-China EVs to be put on European roads, paving the way for a new level of affordability for long-range electric vehicles. more… The post...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Amazon offers the Sun Joe 15A Electric Wood Chipper and Shredder for $84.99 shipped. Usually $110 or so, today’s deal marks a new Amazon all-time low, and the best we can find. There’s no need for gas or oil with Sun Joe’s electric woodcutter. Just in time for...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Germany has increased electric vehicle incentives as part of their post-pandemic stimulus package. One measure is going to boost sales of lower-priced EVs like Tesla Model 3 and VW ID.3. more… The post Germany boosts EV incentives to ~$10,000, helping Tesla Model 3...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released a report, “Tone Deaf: The Facts Behind Duke Energy’s Low-Income Programs,” which claims that the power company consistently harms low-income customers. more… The post Duke Energy’s policies hurt low-income customers —...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Tesla has launched the made-in-China Model Y online configurator in China and started taking orders for the electric SUV — a surprising move more than six months before deliveries. more… The post Tesla launches made-in-China Model Y configurator, starts taking orders...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Last month we reported on new patent drawings that pointed to a secret Lightning Motorcycles project involving an enclosed electric motorcycle. Now we’ve been joined for an interview by Lightning Motorcycle’s CEO Richard Hatfield, where he confirmed that the company...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): New York State has approved the construction of a 340-megawatt wind farm. Oil giant Total shifts to green energy as it invests in a huge Scottish wind farm. The Environmental Working Group says Duke Energy’s policies hurt...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The WowGo AT2 all-terrain electric longboard has just been unveiled by WowGo, introducing a new budget-minded option for off-road electric skateboarding. more… The post WowGo launches new 3,000W all-terrain electric skateboard appeared first on Electrek. View Entire...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
GM has reportedly started an electric van program with the aim to beat Tesla to the segment, which the automaker has yet to electrify. more… The post GM starts electric van program said to aim to ‘beat Tesla to the segment’ appeared first on Electrek. View Entire...
by Electrek | Jun 4, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Greyp’s electric mountain bikes are on the cutting edge of connected e-bikes, and now the Croatian company has just opened operations in the United States. more… The post Electric supercar company-owned Greyp brings high-tech electric bikes to US appeared first on...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Rivian has filed for two new trademarks on unknown vehicles, but we might have an idea of what they could be. more… The post Rivian trademarks two new vehicles: What could they be? appeared first on Electrek. View Entire Article on...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Many automakers seeking to comply with stringent emissions rules are selling plug-in hybrids instead of pure electric vehicles. And yet there’s no guarantee that plug-in hybrid owners will regularly plug in. The answer could be a geofence system that automatically...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
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. https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2020/06/Quick-Charge-6.3.20.mp3...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Tesla announced plans to install 4,000 Superchargers in China this year alone in order to support its growth in the market. more… The post Tesla announces massive Supercharger expansion in China to support growth appeared first on Electrek. View Entire Article on...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Spectrum-US via Amazon offers the RAVPower 20000mAh Solar Battery for $27.49 shipped when promo code KL2V3JHX is applied during checkout. That’s down 50% from the usual going rate and the best we’ve seen in recent months. This summer opt for a solar-packed battery and...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Converting all cars and SUVs in the Greater Toronto area into electric vehicles would cause 313 fewer deaths per year, an estimated social benefit of $2.4 billion. That’s the high-level finding of a study published today by Environmental Defence and the Ontario Public...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The UK has run without coal-fired power for 55 consecutive days and counting. Wind and solar’s dropping costs mark an energy transition turning point, says IRENA. Green-friendly Virginia will hold its Green New Deal...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
A rumor is circulating about Tesla and the British government working together on finding a location for a factory in England. more… The post Rumor: Tesla and UK government are working on a factory appeared first on Electrek. View Entire Article on...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The state of Virginia is working to keep its renewable energy transition momentum going despite the pandemic. It’s going to hold a virtual Green New Deal Virginia Coalition Summit today, rather than canceling. The upside? Anyone can attend. more… The post Virginia...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Mercedes-Benz has revealed the first official picture of a production EQS electric car although it features a camouflage wrap. more… The post Mercedes-Benz reveals first production EQS electric car picture – albeit camouflaged appeared first on Electrek. View Entire...
by Electrek | Jun 3, 2020 | Automotive Technology
In the middle of a nationwide e-bike shortage in the US, Batch Bicycles has just launched two new e-bikes. The company is hoping their new Batch Step-Thru and Step-Thru Plus models will quench the public’s thirst for commuter-style electric bicycles. more… The post...
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