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UK backtracks on plans to double the power of electric bikes
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If it sounded too good to be true, that’s because it was. A proposal made last year to double the allowable power limit of electric bicycles in the UK was canceled after pushback on the plan.
Expand Expanding ClosePolestar unveils a new collection of ‘Arctic Circle’ EVs that will be shown off at an ice race [Video]
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Polestar has unveiled a new collection of one-off “Arctic Circle” EVs designed to showcase the brand’s performance DNA. The rally-inspired upgrades have now been applied to the Polestar 2, 3, and 4 EVs and were put through their paces in the frigid Arctic before they make their public debut at an ice race in Austria. See more in Polestar’s video below.
Expand Expanding CloseYou’ll die without a solar roof says Musk, whose admin made it harder to get solar
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that “your family’s life might depend on” having solar, despite that he’s part of a US government administration that has already made it harder to get solar, and seems poised to try to make it even harder.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla FSD will ‘go ballistic’ next year, says guy who said that last year
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Tesla will “go ballistic” next year on the back of its autonomy efforts says Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who said the same thing last year about this year – and many years before.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk finally admits that Tesla will have to replace its HW3 self-driving computers
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Elon Musk finally admits that Tesla will have to replace its HW3 self-driving computers. He said it would be difficult, but Tesla would do it.
However, no concrete plan has been shared.
Expand Expanding CloseZM Trucks announces new electric truck factory in California
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Calling itself “America’s newest zero-emission commercial truck brand,” ZM Trucks has announced a new, 210,000 square foot facility in Fontana, California that will also serve as the company’s new global headquarters.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk: Tesla will launch unsupervised full self-driving in Austin as paid service in June
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Elon Musk said today that Tesla will launch “unsupervised full self-driving in Austin as a paid service” in June.
It’s a similar claim that he previously made with a few more details.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai’s new $25,000 Inster EV will help double electric car sales in Europe this year
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Despite its small size, Hyundai expects big things from its new low-cost electric SUV. Starting at around $25,000, the Inster EV will be Hyundai’s main growth driver, as it plans to double electric car sales in Europe this year. Hyundai will also launch its first three-row electric SUV, the IONIQ 9.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla guides return to growth thanks to cheaper new models and self-driving
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With the release of its financial results today, Tesla is guiding a return to growth in 2025 thanks to new models and self-driving.
Where did we hear that before?
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) releases Q4 2024 results: big miss on revenue and earnings
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Tesla (TSLA) released its financial results and shareholders letter for the fourth quarter (Q4) and full-year 2024 after market close today.
We are updating this post with all the details from the financial results, shareholders’ letter, and the conference call later tonight. Refresh for the latest information.
Expand Expanding CloseNew DOT Sec/reality TV contestant signs memo to increase US fuel costs by $23B
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Sean Duffy, who was just confirmed as Secretary of Transportation on the back of the transportation “expertise” he showed as a contestant on Road Rules: All Stars, a reality TV travel game show, wasted no time in promising to raise your fuel costs by at least $23 billion on his first day.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s our first look at the ultra-luxury Genesis GV90 spotted in public [Video]
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The upcoming flagship Genesis GV90 is set to shake up the ultra-luxury market. Ahead of its official debut, we are finally getting a look at the larger electric SUV. The Genesis GV90 was spotted in South Korea for the first time, revealing its “massive” size. Check it out below.
Expand Expanding CloseAiper’s Surfer S2 solar pool skimmer launches at $200 off, Segway Valentine’s Day EV sale, DJI power station bundle low, more
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Leading today’s Green Deals is the $200 off launch deal on Aiper’s latest Surfer S2 Solar Pool Skimmer that comes upgraded with a bunch of new features at $340. Right behind it is Segway’s Valentine’s Day sale with up to 25% discounts across a selection of EVs, among them being the Ninebot E2 Plus e-KickScooter down at $300. We also spotted DJI’s Power 1000 Portable Power Station bundled along with a protective bag at a new $579 low, as well as NutriChef’s 3L Electric Kitchen Composter falling to $228, as well as a smart alternative model. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s two exclusive low prices on Anker’s F3800 power station, Heybike’s Valentine’s sale, and more.
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 CloseVolkswagen may build Porsche and Audi EVs in the US, thanks to Trump’s tariff tantrum
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The next Porsche and Audi EVs could be made in the US. Volkswagen is considering moving Porsche and Audi EV production to the US after Trump threatened new tariffs on Europe, Mexico, Canada, and other major trade partners. Here’s how it would work.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai and Kia invest in WeaveGrid to power smarter EV charging
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Hyundai and Kia have invested in WeaveGrid, a software company that enables rapid EV adoption on the grid, following Toyota’s earlier backing.
Expand Expanding CloseUS solar trade body sets a bold target of 700 GWh of battery storage by 2030
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The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has announced a target of 700 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of total installed battery storage capacity and 10 million distributed storage installations by 2030.
Expand Expanding CloseMeet the updated BMW iX: Now with more range, a light-up kidney grille, and a lower price
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BMW’s electric SUV is now better in every way. The updated 2026 BMW iX packs more power and has up to 340 miles of driving range. It also gains sleek new design elements, like a light-up kidney grille. Even better, a new entry-level trim is over $12,000 cheaper than the outgoing model. Check out BMW’s new SUV below.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk says that Tesla ‘unsupervised self-driving begins’, but don’t get too excited
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Elon Musk says that Tesla’s “unsupervised self-driving begins,” but as usual with the CEO’s statements about self-driving, it’s just “corporate puffery.”
Expand Expanding CloseChina urges citizens to trade in ‘old lithium e-bikes’ for newer lead acid electric bikes
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In what might seem like a headscratcher, China is now urging its citizens to trade in their lithium-ion battery-based electric bikes for newer models with sealed lead-acid batteries (SLAs).
Expand Expanding CloseVessev’s VS–9 electric hydrofoiling boat begins passenger operations [Video]
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Nascent electric hydrofoil boat builder Vessev shared another key milestone this week, putting its first electric hydrofoiling boat into commercial operations. Ferry transport company Fullers360 is now operating the ultra-efficient VS–9 vessel to transport tourists and other passengers.
Expand Expanding CloseElon can’t get it up (past 325 kW), BP can, and GM hopes to keep it up in 2025
Despite mocking 350 kW as “a child’s toy” in 2016, the company is just rolling out 325 kW V4 chargers in 2025. Meanwhile companies like BP are celebrating 400 kW installations along major highways – and they’re making money doing it. All this and more on today’s thrilling January 47th episode of Quick Charge!
Expand Expanding CloseAfter delays, the VW ID.7 now won’t be coming to the US at all
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Volkswagen has officially cancelled the long-delayed ID.7 electric sedan in America, instead focusing on selling it in Europe and China.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Porsche Taycan EV just secured its fourth Guinness World Record [Video]
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How far can an EV drift? Porsche proved it can be pretty far. Porsche’s all-electric Taycan set a new Guinness World Record for the longest drift by an EV. The electric sports car now has four World Records. Check out the video below to see the Taycan in action.
Expand Expanding CloseGenesis kills off gas-powered cars in the UK for EVs and hybrids
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Genesis is officially killing off its gas and diesel-powered vehicles in the UK to become “a fully electrified brand” in 2025. Once current gas models are sold, Genesis will only sell EVs in the UK — at least until new hybrids join the lineup.
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