The countdown is on for this year’s Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) collegiate solar car track event, swiftly followed by the Electrek American Solar Challenge cross-country race. In just one week, teams from universities worldwide will put rubber to track at NCM Motorsports Park, competing to complete as many laps as possible on nothing but solar energy.

The event is open to the public and free to attend! It kicks off on July 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and goes through July 17-18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss EV delivery results from the industry, especially Tesla, Ford, and GM.

Today’s Podcast is sponsored by the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.

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Electric marine experts Vita and Evoy have announced plans to unite their respective businesses in order to “consolidate their leading positions in the high-output space.” The two companies bring together a wealth of experience in all-electric propulsion and powertrain technology in the marine segment.

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Porsche’s first all-electric sports car was a hit. But, nearly five years later, Taycan sales are falling amid new competition. Porsche is reportedly cutting Taycan output amid the sales slump. With the new Macan EV viewed as a beacon of hope, can Porsche turn things around?

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Tesla is now upgrading the Cybertruck’s electric motor with a more “efficient and reliable” motor.

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