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Holcim places massive 1,000 unit order for Mercedes electric semi trucks
Swiss building materials and solutions provider Holcim took a significant step towards meeting its stated sustainability goals by placing an absolutely MASSIVE order for 1,000 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric semi trucks. (!)
Expand Expanding CloseJeep previews first look at the all-electric Wagoneer S interior
We are finally getting our first looks at the interior of the upcoming Jeep Wagoneer S. Jeep’s first all-electric vehicle in the US is arriving this Fall. Ahead of its debut, Jeep is giving a sneak peek of the electric SUV’s interior.
Expand Expanding CloseDaimler, Volvo, Navistar form a ‘supergroup’ to ramp up electric truck charging infrastructure
Daimler Truck North America, Navistar, and Volvo Group North America just formed a coalition to accelerate the rollout of US charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks.
Expand Expanding CloseIs this our first look at Rivian’s (RIVN) upcoming R2 EV?
As anticipation builds for Rivian’s (RIVN) next-gen electric vehicle, a new patent filing may give us a glimpse into what we can expect. The patent is for a vehicle headlamp, but the images show what could be our first look at the new Rivian R2 EV.
Expand Expanding CloseLamborghini aims to reduce emissions 40% per car by 2030 en route to electric Urus successor
Automobili Lamborghini has shared intentions to expand its “Direzione Cor Tauri” strategy to decarbonize its entire value chain and significantly reduce carbon emissions per car by the decade’s end. The famed hypercar developer’s product timeline includes launching several new electric vehicles, including a successor to the Lamborghini Urus.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla’s biggest investor: ‘it’s a family business masquerading as a public company’
Leo KoGuan has invested more money into Tesla than anyone in the world, yet he can’t even get his concerns heard by the company’s board. The shareholder is frustrated with some of the CEO’s recent controversies, but with the board MIA, there’s no way to rein him in.
Expand Expanding CloseGOP reps want feds to investigate Ford’s deal with Chinese companies
Ford has been looking to build the first LFP battery facility in the US, boosting domestic production. But it has been leaning on Chinese tech from CATL to make that happen, and Republican lawmakers have criticized the project. Now they’ve asked the Biden administration to investigate four Chinese companies involved in the plant.
Expand Expanding CloseToyota sold over 100,000 EVs last year, but that’s still less than 1% of its total sales
Although Toyota held its title as the top-selling automaker, the industry is shifting beneath it. Toyota sold over 100,000 EVs in 2023, but that’s still less than 1% of the record 11.2 million vehicles handed over last year.
Expand Expanding CloseGM’s epically bad year still earned it $10 billion – but that’s not due to EV sales
Despite a truly terrible year for GM that involved plants being shut down for weeks due to a union strike, Bolt battery recalls, EV production problems, and the nightmare that keeps on giving that is Cruise, General Motors says it should tally up nearly $10 billion for 2023 – but we certainly don’t owe that to stellar EV sales.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla sold one out of every 8 cars in California in 2023, 21.4% EV share
California hit a new record last year with 21.4% of new cars being all-electric, and once again Tesla led the pack with the two best-selling cars in the state, the Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3. But Toyota narrowly maintained its leadership as the top-selling brand in the state, with Tesla nipping at its heels.
Expand Expanding CloseEcolab partners with Ford Pro to accelerate EV adoption
Ford Pro will collaborate with global sustainability leaders Ecolab to speed up the electrification of its vehicle fleet, with a goal of transitioning to a 100% fully electric commercial fleet by 2030.
Expand Expanding CloseVolvo delays EX30 SUV due to software glitches
EV drivers looking to get behind the wheel of their new Volvo all-electric SUV EX30 may have to wait a bit longer as Volvo works to resolve some software glitches before delivery – the second time a Volvo EV launch has been delayed due to software.
Expand Expanding CloseGogoro launches new Pulse electric scooter as highest performance model yet
After several recent international expansion announcements, Gogoro unveiled its latest electric scooter today. The new model, known as the Gogoro Pulse, relies on the company’s existing swappable battery standard yet ushers in a technological revolution as Gogoro’s highest-performance electric scooter yet.
Expand Expanding CloseQuick Charge Podcast: January 29, 2024
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.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Texas EV lease company includes unlimited free home charging
Octopus Electric Vehicles just launched DriveFree, a used EV leasing program, and it comes with unlimited free home charging.
Expand Expanding CloseQuick EV acceleration is a safety feature, says Stellantis CEO
Quick acceleration is often used as a selling point for high-performance cars, but can it actually be safer? The instant acceleration of an EV not only offers a more nimble driving experience but it should be a safety feature argues Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) plans to spend $10 billion this year to achieve next growth phase
Tesla (TSLA) confirmed that it is increasing its planned capital spending to $10 billion this year as it tries to achieve its next growth phase.
Expand Expanding CloseBYD expects at least $4 billion in net income from surging EV sales
After a record EV sales year, BYD expects to rake in at least $4 billion in net income. BYD forecasts its profits rising at least 75% last year.
Expand Expanding CloseIn a first, the US just finalized stove energy efficiency standards
The US Department of Energy (DOE) just finalized stove energy efficiency standards to save consumers money and reduce emissions.
Expand Expanding CloseLiebherr launches first-ever electric compact wheel loader
German-Swiss multinational equipment manufacturer Liebherr has has announced that deliveries of its first-ever electric compact wheel loader, the L 507 E, are about to begin.
Expand Expanding CloseBYD is launching its new Seal U on Volkswagen’s home turf to rival the ID.4
A new Seal is slated to enter the EV race in Europe. BYD is launching its Seal U, an electric SUV version of the Seal sedan, to take on Volkswagen’s ID.4.
Expand Expanding CloseSave 25% on 60V Greenworks tools, Segway GT1 SuperScooter $1,500, more
Starting off the week’s best deals is a 3-day 25% off promotional sale for a selection of 60V Greenworks tools that will continue through January 31. Its joined by the Segway SuperScooter GT1 that is receiving a return 50% discount to its Black Friday low of $1,500. There are also several ALLPOWERS power stations that are seeing deals, with the R600 BEIGE joining the lineup at $209. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today 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.
Expand Expanding CloseMullen’s electric trucks earn CARB certification, qualifying for over $45k in customer savings
Seven months after kicking off production of its Class 3 electric trucks in Mississippi, EV startup Mullen Automotive has secured fruitful environmental compliance and approvals from CARB and the EPA. As a result, those CARB-compliant states and Washington DC enable tremendous savings to fleet operators who purchase electric trucks from Mullen.
Expand Expanding CloseRenault cancels Ampere IPO but still launching 7 new models
French automaker Renault just canceled its planned IPO for its EV spinoff Ampere. While the IPO was scheduled for the first part of this year with an expected valuation of up to €10 billion ($10.47 billion), Renault says that market conditions aren’t optimal to make the move.
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