Podcast: LA Auto Show report, Tesla phantom braking problem, EV incentives, and more

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This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including our reported from the LA Auto Show, Tesla’s phantom braking problem, EV incentive update, and more.

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Kobalt’s 80V 18-inch electric chainsaw makes logging easy from $217, more in New Green Deals

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Now that winter is basically here, there might be a few trees that need to be felled or logs split around your property. If that’s the case, get rid of that old gas-powered chainsaw and replace it with a battery-powered option. Not only is it quieter, but it doesn’t use fossil fuels, which is an added bonus. Today, Lowe’s has the 80V Kobalt electric chainsaw on sale from $217, with other models as low as $208. Plus, you’ll find discounts on electric lawn mowers and much more below, as well. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today, more on why going electric for your yard tools like the mower on sale is important, and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Here’s how Alaska’s only electric school bus is performing in temps as low as -40F

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In October 2020, Electrek reported that the state of Alaska got its very first electric school bus. Here’s how the first and only electric school bus in The Last Frontier is running just over a year later.

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‘Build Back Better Act’ passes House, EV tax credit faces US Senate next

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The US House of Representatives passed the $1.9 trillion “Build Back Better” legislation early this morning, following a lengthy session that included a record-setting speech from House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy. The Build Back Better bill, which includes robust changes to federal tax credits for EVs, will now face the Senate, where two vital Democrats have already shared that they are undecided on their vote.

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Tesla expands Supercharger network to Alaska, now in all 50 states

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Tesla has deployed a new Supercharger station in Alaska. It’s the first in the state and now means there is a Supercharger station in every state.

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The US’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm breaks ground

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Vineyard Wind 1, the US’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm, has officially broken ground. It’s also the first project of its kind in the Americas region.

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GM rolls out software update limiting Chevy Bolt EV charge to 80%, but removes parking restrictions

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GM announced that it is starting to roll out a new software update to Chevy Bolt EVs as part of its recall due to battery fire risks.

It will limit the state-of-charge to 80%, but it will remove other restrictions, like not being able to park inside garages.

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Porsche buys up majority share in high-tech electric bike company Greyp

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Porsche is diving even deeper into the electric bicycle market with its announcement today that the company acquired a majority stake in Greyp Bikes.

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Tesla (TSLA) is in a position to grab $2.5 trillion of EV market, says top analyst

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Dan Ives from Wedbush, one of the top 10 ranked stock analysts in the world, has increased his price target on Tesla’s stock (TSLA) as he believes the automaker will take a significant part of the growing EV market.

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Blix Packa Genie electric cargo bike review: Time to replace your car with an e-bike

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I love riding electric bikes in part because of how many different uses they offer. I enjoy riding the trails or cruising the beach as much as the next guy, but e-bikes offer so much more than just fitness or recreational riding. Any day I can replace a car trip with an e-bike is a good day, and electric cargo bikes like the Blix Packa Genie I’ve been riding offer some of the best utility out there for true-errand running and people-moving.

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