Despite decades of market dominance, it seems like the days of loud, finicky gas-powered lawnmowers may finally be behind us — and I say that because five of the highest-rated mowers on Amazon won’t burn a drop of gas. Read more…
The Tesla Semi Gets A Cyber Makeover. But Is It Really On Track?
Tesla says the Semi is still on due to enter production next year, now with a new face. Lire la suite…
‘This Car Was Free, And It May Bankrupt Me’: Rich Rebuilds Takes On The Fisker Ocean
Talk about the deal of a lifetime—as long as you don’t mind driving around in a car from a defunct company, that is. Lire la suite…
The 800-Volt Volvo EX60 Will Be Cheaper Than You Think
Thanks to advancements in manufacturing, as well as powertrain and batteries, the Volvo EX60 will cost plug-in hybrid money. Lire la suite…
Schrödinger’s FSD: When it works well, Tesla is driving. When it doesn’t, you are.
Tesla has engaged in a pattern of taking credit for the successes of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, even though the car still relies on an attentive driver, and yet blaming the driver rather than the software whenever things go badly. Read more…
New Mitsubishi Eclipse electric crossover gets real with 370 miles of range
This one is bound to upset the DSM purists still out there — meet the all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, an all-electric crossover with over 370 miles of range that’s rolling out to European dealers as you read this. (!. Read more…
Rivian Dangles A $5 Billion Payday For RJ Scaringe. Here’s What It Will Take
The new compensation plan could make Scaringe a billionaire, but only if Rivian can actually turn a profit. Lire la suite…
Candela builds ten electric hydrofoil boats for the Maldives
The Swedish electric boat manufacturer Candela is supplying ten Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil vessels to the Maldivian operator Ego Shuttle. The first P-12 boats are scheduled to enter service in 2026, connecting Malé with the surrounding islands. Read more…
Air taxi startup Archer buys airport in Los Angeles
California-based air taxi developer Archer is acquiring its own airport: it is taking over Hawthorne Municipal Airport in Los Angeles for 126 million US dollars. The airport will be used for test flights and as a base for the planned air taxi network in Los Angeles. Read more…
Air taxi startup Archer buys airport in Los Angeles
California-based air taxi developer Archer is acquiring its own airport: it is taking over Hawthorne Municipal Airport in Los Angeles for 126 million US dollars. The airport will be used for test flights and as a base for the planned air taxi network in Los Angeles. Read more…
Michigan expands EV charging at multifamily housing
Michigan has awarded $1.84 million to expand electric vehicle charging across 31 multifamily housing sites, adding 201 new stations statewide. The initiative forms part of a wider effort to make home charging more accessible, support equitable EV adoption, and advance Michigan’s clean transport goals by 2030. Read more…
Tesla launches longest-range new 5-seat Model Y variant in China
The new Model Y variant starts at RMB 288,500 ($40,500) and boasts an 821-km CLTC range, with estimated delivery times of 2-4 weeks.
It features a 78.4-kWh battery pack, the same as the 830-km range Model 3.
Podcast: Tesla is now Elon’s, Xpeng goes AI, Rivian earnings, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss how Tesla is now Elon’s after the shareholders’ meeting, Xpeng going all-in on AI, Rivian’s earnings, and more. Read more…
Toyota is yet again delaying EV battery plans
The breakthrough EV batteries Toyota says will double driving range and cut charging times are facing another setback. The company is once again delaying plans for a new battery plant in Japan. Read more…
US Customs delays force solar giant Qcells to furlough 1,000 workers
Solar panel giant Qcells announced today that it’s temporarily furloughing 1,000 US workers – 25% of its workforce – and reducing pay and shifts at its factories in northeast Georgia due to supply chain delays caused by US Customs. Read more…
ITS Logistics introduces battery logistics hub network
Third-party logistics provider ITS Logistics has launched a dedicated network of integrated distribution space and transportation solutions for lithium-ion batteries. The company aims to offer manufacturers and Tier 1 automakers safe, compliance-ready and scalable operations. ITS Logistics offers a full suite of network transportation solutions across North America and omnichannel distribution and fulfillment services to… Read more…
Honda wants to sell you an EV for under $30,000, eventually
Honda wants in on the growing demand for affordable EVs. With the company’s CEO saying EVs selling for under $30,000 will be the main competition in the US, Honda may offer one of its own. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) down 5% on news it’s stuck with its bad CEO Elon Musk for a decade
In the morning after Tesla’s shareholder meeting, shares of the company dropped significantly on market open, likely signaling a selloff from reasonable investors who objected to a vote to retain and overpay its CEO, Elon Musk, who has been responsible for a drastic drop in sales and earnings. Read more…
Velotric early Black Friday Sale up to $600 off e-bikes, Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus at new $999 low, Heybike lows from $999, more
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with a full e-bike edition, led by Velotric’s early Black Friday Sale with up to $600 savings on a selection of models, like the Discover 2 Step-Thru Commuter e-bike at $1,899 and getting $120 in FREE gear. Right behind it is Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus e-bike at a new $999 low, as well as Heybike’s ALPHA All-Terrain Mid-Drive e-bike getting $266 in FREE gear at a new $1,299 low, and the Ranger S Folding e-bikes (750W and 1,000W) down at annual lows starting from $999 – but keep in mind that these two are only staying at these rates for four days – plus, other ongoing early Black Friday deals waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s full Rad Power Black Friday e-bike sale lineup, the Jackery early Black Friday deals + an exclusive solo deal, and more.. Read more…
The Nissan Juke looks way better as an EV: Here’s your first look
Following the LEAF, the new all-electric Nissan Juke is next in line to receive a glow-up. The Juke EV was spotted for the first time rocking a new look ahead of its debut. Read more…
