Author

Avatar for Scooter Doll

Scooter Doll

scooterdoll

Scooter Doll is a writer, creator, and tech enthusiast born and raised in Chicago who splits time between The Windy City and western Michigan. When he’s not traveling the world offering the latest EVs reviews or insights, he’s probably rooting for his city’s beloved sports teams (just not the White Sox). Please send any tips, suggestions, or, most importantly, dog photos to him at scooter@electrek.co

Connect with Scooter Doll

ROAM introduces the Move all-electric shuttle bus, the first of its kind built entirely in Kenya

ROAM electric bus

Kenyan electric mobility company ROAM is celebrating its latest milestone in Africa today, as it has launched its latest product – an all-electric shuttle bus called the Move. ROAM’s lineup of electric vehicles continues to grow as the innovative company continues to decarbonize the roads of Kenya and beyond.

Expand Expanding Close

This $17,800 EV has vehicle-to-load capabilities, what’s everyone else’s excuse?

Tata Motors has introduced the latest refresh of its flagship Nexon.ev, complete with some notable technological upgrades. While this crossover SUV might not blow every consumer away with its specs, its price tag starting below $18,000 beckons a second look. Additionally, the fact that this ultra-affordable EV offer vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities makes us wonder: Why isn’t every single automaker offering this technology yet?

Expand Expanding Close

Prime time! Amazon Prime Video has been integrated in Polestar 2 operating system

Polestar Prime

Just in time for NFL Thursday Night Football, Polestar 2 owners will be able to tune in and watch the game on Amazon Prime Video from the comfort of their… EVs. Just months after adding Google’s YouTube app to its operating system, Polestar is following up by adding another major streaming app in Prime Video.

Expand Expanding Close

Biden-Harris Administration allocates $100 million to repair and replace existing EV chargers

repair EV charger

Today, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced an additional $100 million in federal funding to repair and replace any and all existing but nonoperational EV chargers in the US. The new accelerator program is accepting applications now and aims to expedite EV adoption while creating thousands more new jobs in the industry.

Expand Expanding Close

NIO reportedly mulling joint venture with SVOLT to get large cylindrical batteries over finish line

NIO batteries

A Chinese media outlet is reporting that EV automaker NIO is recruiting the help of battery systems manufacturer, SVOLT Energy Technology Co., Ltd. Several sources state that NIO is recruiting the assistance from SVOLT to assist in the development of its own in-house large cylindrical EV batteries, which has reportedly decelerated as of late.

Expand Expanding Close

STL Airport taps Lightning eMotors for multiple electric shuttle buses and EV chargers

Electric shuttle bus

Electrification specialist Lightning eMotors continues to help electrify the commercial vehicle industry around the US, where all of its EVs are developed and assembled. Today, the company announced that the St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has purchased several ZEV4 electric shuttle buses that will soon transport travelers between terminals.

Expand Expanding Close

Wallbox demonstrates next-gen bidirectional charging for first time using Kia EV9 [Video]

Wallbox charging

Weeks after announcing a collaboration with Kia America to bring bidirectional charging capabilities to EV9 drivers, Wallbox has demonstrated the potential of its technology first hand. Today, the energy management technology company posted a video you can see below that showcases its Quasar 2 home EV charger not only charging an EV9, but also using the SUV to power home devices the opposite direction as well as other intuitive features. Check it out.

Expand Expanding Close

BMW, Ford, and Honda form new company to streamline electrical grids, invite other automakers to join

BMW Ford Honda

Three major automakers have come forward and announced an equally-owned company focused on creating a single, cost-effective platform to connect EV drivers, automakers, and utility companies. BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, and American Honda Motor Company have partnered up to create ChargeScape, LLC – potentially unlocking new value as an EV owners in North America.

Expand Expanding Close

Gotion is bringing a $2 billion EV battery gigafactory to Illinois, creating thousands of jobs

EV Illinois

Global EV battery developer Gotion High-Tech has announced a major investment in the state of Illinois to the tune of $2 billion to erect a new gigafactory in Manteno – about 50 miles south of Chicago. With logistic and financial support from the state, Gotion’s new plant becomes the largest investment in EV battery technology in Illinois history.

Expand Expanding Close

CATL and Huawei’s premium EV startup Avatr announces EU launch following sedan reveal

Young EV startup Avatr appears to be the latest Chinese automaker sharing plans to expand to new markets in Europe. Following the debut of its second-ever EV model the 12 (pronounced “one-two”), Avatr – backed by big tech names like CATL, Huawei, and Changan – will not only sell its EVs in Europe but also intends to build them there too.

Expand Expanding Close

H2FLY completes world’s first piloted flight of a liquid hydrogen powered electric aircraft [Video]

Electric aircraft

Zero emission aircraft powertrain developer H2FLY is celebrating a major milestone in what it is hailing as a world’s first. The company has successfully piloted a flight of an electric aircraft powered by liquid hydrogen rather than gas, opening a new door of opportunity for zero-emissions long distance flights.

Expand Expanding Close

Mullen Automotive (MULN) receives Nasdaq determination and now faces stock delisting

Mullen stock

The stock of EV startup Mullen Automotive hit an all-time low Wednesday evening following a delisting determination sent by the Nasdaq Stock Market for failure to maintain a minimum bid price of $1. This news comes as the latest blow to a company that has consistently sparring with financial firms and analysts lately and must now fight being delisted altogether.

Expand Expanding Close

Is Rivian’s powered tonneau cover coming back? Looks like it!

Rivian tonneau

Nearly a year after informing reservation holders it would be halting all production of its electric tonneau cover to complete a redesign, Rivian’s R1T configurator is hinting at its imminent return. There are certainly some conditions to consider, but it appears that the powered tonneau cover will be returning (relatively) soon. Here’s what we know.

Expand Expanding Close

CATL is bringing 700km range ShenXing LFP battery production to Europe, but what EVs will use them?

CATL-fast-charging-LFP-battery

Mere weeks after first revealing details of its new fast-charging ShenXing LFP battery technology CATL has shared some insight to where and when production will begin. Soon, CATL intends to move ShenXing battery production to two separate territories in Europe, but is being less candid about what local automakers might soon be adapting the long range batteries into their EVs.

Expand Expanding Close