EGEB: How Hurricane Ida will impact EV and gas drivers, and power

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB):

Hurricane Ida will affect the price of gas for ICE-car drivers across the US.

Were widespread power outages from Hurricane Ida avoidable?

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Longest-range electric vehicles (EVs) you can buy in 2021

As electric vehicles look to gain an even larger portion of the automobile market in 2021, consumers will look at a number of factors as they choose to go electric. One major specification on any EV data sheet is the estimated range i.e. the amount of miles your new vehicle can travel on a single charge. Naturally, you’re going to want the most battery for your buck. Below is a list of the current EV options for 2021 sorted by longest range.

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ECOFLOW 6-outlet 1800W power station is $351 off, more in New Green Deals

Whether you’re planning on going camping this fall or just want something to keep your lights on if the power goes out, the ECOFLOW DELTA 1300 power station is an absolute must. With a massive 1260Wh capacity and the ability to output 1800W constant and 3300W surge, the six AC outlets make this a monster of a power station, especially at $351 off. 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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Tesla allows you to go off-grid in one press with new mobile app

Tesla is now allowing Powerwall owners to go off-grid in just a simple press through its new mobile app.

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GAC Aion to reportedly debut 600 kW fast charger next week

EV manufacturer GAC Aion continues to tout its charging capabilities in China. Following a demonstration last month showing charging speeds of five to eight minutes, the company is reportedly about to introduce an even more powerful fast charger on Monday.

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EGEB: Maryland will spend $3.7M on electric car chargers

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB):

Maryland is funding 36 public fast chargers and 145 workplace charging ports.
The Inc. 5000 2021 list is out, and solar has a solid foothold in the Top 20.
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Rivian forum member gets a slew of updates from guide: Here’s what we know

A member of Rivian forums recently got the chance to have an informative call with his “Rivian Guide” this week, where he asked a ton of questions, all of which were answered to some degree. This included everything from R1T and R1S delivery updates, a possible Rivian store, and more details about Apple Carplay compatibility. Here’s everything we know so far.

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Electric pickup startup Rivian files for public offering at $80 billion valuation

Rivian, better known as an electric pickup truck startup, has filed for a public offering (IPO) at an impressive $80 billion valuation.

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Tesla plans to enter Texas deregulated energy market, starts with massive 250 MW battery

Tesla has filed to enter Texas’s deregulated energy market and become an official electricity retailer.

For a change, the company sees an opportunity not to disrupt but to fix and stabilize the market.

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Cyrusher XF900 full-suspension fat tire electric bike review – excessive yet fun!

I’ve tested a few different Cyrusher electric fat tire bikes over the years, and they all have the same basic qualities: The fit and finish might not match the pros, but the bikes offer a fun helping of ridiculous excessiveness. The Cyrusher XF900 full-suspension fat tire e-bike might just be the most excessive yet, in all the best ways.

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