Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai output holds incredible pace amid rumors of second factory

/in /by

Tesla’s February numbers in China are out and it confirms that Gigafactory Shanghai is maintaining an incredible output of more than 600,000 electric vehicles per year.

With upcoming improvements, Tesla could soon push production to over 1 million units per year and possibly 2 million units with a rumored second factory in Shanghai.

more…

The post Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai output holds incredible pace amid rumors of second factory appeared first on Electrek.

Here’s a closer look at Arcimoto’s radical new leaning three-wheeled electric bike

/in /by

Arcimoto recently unveiled a fascinating new electric bicycle-like vehicle known as the Mean Lean Machine, or MLM for short. The unveiling left us with plenty of questions about the radical new electric three-wheeler, and Arcimoto has delivered again in the form of a video overview with designer Leo Cruces.

more…

The post Here’s a closer look at Arcimoto’s radical new leaning three-wheeled electric bike appeared first on Electrek.

Electric scooter company NIU’s Q4 earnings report shows continued growth, but stock drops on missed earnings goal

/in /by

Leading smart electric scooter company NIU has seen a rollercoaster ride of stock prices over the last year, not unlike many other electric vehicle companies. However, NIU’s overall downward trend in stock price over the last year wasn’t abated by its recent 2021 Q4 earnings report.

more…

The post Electric scooter company NIU’s Q4 earnings report shows continued growth, but stock drops on missed earnings goal appeared first on Electrek.

Quick Charge Podcast: March 7, 2022

/in /by

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

more…

The post Quick Charge Podcast: March 7, 2022 appeared first on Electrek.

Solar and battery storage make up 60% of planned new US electric generation capacity

/in /by

Power plant developers and operators are expected to add 51 gigawatts (GW) of new solar and battery storage projects to the US power grid from 2022 to 2023, which will make up 60% of new generating capacity, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

more…

The post Solar and battery storage make up 60% of planned new US electric generation capacity appeared first on Electrek.

Electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks will be cheaper than diesel trucks by 2035

/in /by

The US Department of Energy today released a study showing that by 2035, electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks will cost the same as or less than diesel trucks.

more…

The post Electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks will be cheaper than diesel trucks by 2035 appeared first on Electrek.

GM partners with POSCO on $400 million factory to produce cathode material for EV batteries

/in /by

General Motors announced an expansion of its supply chain for its ambitious electric vehicle production plans with a new cathode factory in partnership with POSCO in Quebec, Canada.

more…

The post GM partners with POSCO on $400 million factory to produce cathode material for EV batteries appeared first on Electrek.

Hispano Suiza delivers bespoke Carmen Boulogne electric hypercar to first US client

/in /by

Spanish automotive brand Hispano Suiza has officially made its debut in the United States, delivering its first Carmen Boulogne all-electric hypercar to a customer during the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance in Florida. This bespoke hypercar was designed to the client’s specifications and will be one of five Carmen Boulognes produced in the world.

more…

The post Hispano Suiza delivers bespoke Carmen Boulogne electric hypercar to first US client appeared first on Electrek.

SWFT FLEET e-bike with 37.2-mile range sees 20% discount to $800, more in New Green Deals

/in /by

The first day of spring is right around the corner at just 13 days away. With that event on our horizon, it’s time to think about ditching your gas-powered transportation for a more renewable form of getting around town. The SWFT FLEET e-bike is perfect for that, and the battery-powered bicycle is able to travel 37.2 miles on a single charge, all without a drop of gas or oil. On sale for 20% off today, you’ll spend $800 to stop relying on fossil fuels with gasoline prices on the rise, delivering savings on all fronts. 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.

more…

The post SWFT FLEET e-bike with 37.2-mile range sees 20% discount to $800, more in New Green Deals appeared first on Electrek.

Nissan demonstrates e-4ORCE control technology in its upcoming Ariya with what else, but a hot bowl of ramen

/in /by

Japanese automaker, Nissan, has showcased the comfort of its e-4ORCE vehicle control will provide by demonstrating the technology in a motorized serving tray hauling ramen – a popular Japanese noodle soup. The e-4ORCE technology, which will debut in the upcoming Nissan Ariya EV, will be translated from the motorized tray which can be seen zooming across the food counter without sloshing the hot ramen.

more…

The post Nissan demonstrates e-4ORCE control technology in its upcoming Ariya with what else, but a hot bowl of ramen appeared first on Electrek.