Quick Charge Podcast: February 20, 2024

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple PodcastsSpotifyTuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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Quick Charge Podcast: February 20, 2024

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple PodcastsSpotifyTuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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In a US first, Seattle to deploy double-decker electric buses with inductive wireless charging

Seattle will become the first in the US to deploy double-decker electric buses with inductive wireless charging technology.

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Nikola Badger electric pickup makes a comeback in the most hilarious way

The Nikola Badger electric pickup, one of the biggest blunders in the history of the EV space, is making a comeback in the most hilarious way: through a Youtuber friend of convicted felon Trevor Milton.

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Tesla Gigafactory Berlin expansion is voted down by locals

Local residents of the municipality where Tesla Gigafactory Berlin is located have voted against the expansion of the factory.

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Porsche Macan Turbo EV spotted testing in the US flaunting sleek curves

After unveiling the highly-anticipated Macan EV last month, Porsche said a 630 hp Turbo version is also rolling out. The sporty new 2024 Porsche Macan Turbo EV was spotted testing in California, showcasing the electric SUV’s sleek curves.

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A Spanish renewables developer is about to go large in the US

Spanish renewables developer Greenalia is rolling out an impressive 1.9 gigawatts (GW) of solar, wind, and battery storage in Texas, with more on the way.

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Lilium (LILM) signs partnership to bring its unique eVTOL jets to Asia, beginning in the Philippines

During this year’s Singapore Airshow, electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) jet developer Lilium has signed a memorandum of understanding with global aviation services provider PhilJets to bring on-demand travel services in Asia, beginning in the Philippines.

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Tesla fights back against Oklahoma politicians trying to shut down its stores

Tesla is asking its fans for help fighting back against Oklahoma politicians trying to shut down its stores in the state.

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Why electric bikes actually give more exercise than pedal bikes

Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange (and has been known to let the steam out of some fitness riders’ lycra outfits), but the science is clear. Now let’s talk about the “how” and “why”.

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