Scania scores 105 unit electric semi truck deal [video]

The bulk transport experts at Wibax have placed what’s being a “landmark” order with Swedish truck brand Scania that will see over 100 of the company’s battery-electric semi trucks put to work on European roads.

Survey Sunday: do you still believe in Elon Musk?

Last week, we ran a sidebar survey asking if Electrek readers still believed in Elon Musk’s vision of a self-driving, robot-built future on Mars. After receiving more than 3,000 responses, here’s what you told us you think about the world’s first trillionaire.

Why pushback is growing against New Jersey’s crazy e-bike law

New Jersey’s controversial new e-bike law was pitched as a way to improve safety, but with its July 19 implementation date rapidly approaching, a growing number of riders, advocates, and even lawmakers are arguing that the state may have gone too far.

Buried in negative equity? These EV deals can help get you out of that gas guzzler

The biggest obstacle to buying an EV isn’t always range anxiety, it’s the negative equity on their current car loan. If that’s you, don’t worry – these EVs have enough cash on the hood to help dig you out from under that gas guzzler.

Electric rally car revival continues with new, 280 hp Peugeot E-208 GTi

Making its public debut at the legendary 24 Hours of LeMans this weekend, the new, 280 hp Peugeot E-208 GTi resurrects another storied hot hatch name as it takes its place alongside reborn 80s icons from Lancia and Renault.

Super-sized slot cars: these HD electric machines NEVER need plugged in

A Kalmar Ottawa T2 EV electric terminal tractor has been successfully deployed on an in-road charging system in Ljungby, Sweden, enabling continuous operation without ever needing to be plugged in.

Dig it: mine goes 155 consecutive hours on 100% renewable energy

Last month, the Bellevue Gold mine did something that was previously unthinkable. For over 155 consecutive hours – a full six-and-a-half day work week – the mine operated on 100% renewable energy. The future is now, kids: engines off!

This electric car company just produced its one millionth electric motorcycle

When most people in North America or Europe hear the name VinFast, they probably think of the Vietnamese electric car company trying to break into international markets with a lineup of electric SUVs.

What many don’t realize is that VinFast is already a giant in another corner of the EV industry: electric two-wheelers.

Shell could walk away from offshore wind in $1 billion+ sell-off

Shell is planning to sell its offshore wind farm assets in a deal that could raise more than $1 billion, Bloomberg reports.

Toyota opens orders for its first body-on-frame EV pickup, starting at under $60,000

The Hilux BEV arrives as Toyota’s first fully electric pickup and body-on-frame EV.