GM investing in Lithion Recycling to support advanced EV battery recycling tech
GM announced Thursday that its venture capital division, GM ventures, will invest in Lithion Recycling to support a sustainable circular...
Environment
Tesla’s giant ‘safety recall’ of 1 million vehicles is just another software update
The media has reported today on Tesla having to recall a massive number of electric vehicles in the US, but...
Energy crisis spurs Britain to end its fracking ban, digging up a long-running debate
The new government says it will help achieve energy independence, but opposition across the political divide may get in its...
Tesla’s (TSLA) sudden drop in wait times doesn’t mean demand for EVs is dropping
Tesla (TSLA) has had a sudden drop in wait times for deliveries on new orders on some of its electric...
Airline tickets could become even more expensive, aviation execs warn
Air tickets may become more expensive — thanks to the lack of refining capacity and the financial state of airlines,...
Quick Charge Podcast: September 21, 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...
Harley-Davidson to re-open Del Mar electric motorcycle reservations after first round sold out
If you’ve been champing at the bit to put down a reservation for a LiveWire S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle,...
Here’s how Canadian hydropower will power 1 million New York City homes from 2026
The Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) line, will deliver 1,250 megawatts of clean electricity from Canada’s...
Ford reveals all-new ‘smartphone on wheels’ E-Transit Custom commercial EV van
At the Hannover IAA Transportation event, Ford revealed new features and specifications of its all-new E Transit Custom, a fully...
Jaguar Land Rover converting Halewood factory to build EVs, saving the factory’s fate
Jaguar Land Rover has begun converting its Halewood plant to support the company’s transition to electric vehicles. After several years...
Tesla launches CCS adapter for $250, enabling drivers to access public chargers
Tesla has officially launched its CCS adapter for $250, enabling Tesla drivers to access public charging stations. This is a...
Volvo’s all-electric EX90 will replace XC90 SUV and include a LiDAR-powered ‘invisible shield of safety’
Volvo Cars has begun teasing a new flagship electric SUV called the EX90, set to replace the popular XC90 model...
CRAFTSMAN’s 20-inch corded electric mower ditches gas and oil at $201 in New Green Deals
While mowing season might be winding down, it’s never a bad time to get rid of your gas-powered mower in...
EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar
US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology....
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming reality
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming a reality in Austin, where Tesla is deploying solar roofs and Powerwall...
Ideanomics successfully tests first 500 kW charger that powers class 8 EV trucks in under 15 minutes
Ideanomics passed a considerable milestone Wednesday as the company announced it successfully tested WAVE’s 500kW ultra-fast wireless charger, a first...
XPeng officially launches G9 SUV equipped with 15-minute fast charging and an ADAS that can top Tesla FSD
After sharing sporadic details since last fall, XPeng Motors has officially launched its new G9 SUV in China, featuring some...
EU approves up to $5.2 billion in public funding for hydrogen projects
According to the European Commission, public funding could unlock billions of investments from the private sector.
Cops on electric Harley-Davidsons, but with a twist: Police department adopts Serial 1 e-bikes
Police departments around the country have been going electric quickly. You might think that means more cops in Teslas and...
China has a new Tesla clone, and it starts at just $26,000
Chinese automaker Changan Automobile has launched a new electric vehicle that strongly resembles the Tesla Model 3, but it starts...