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ROAM secures $24M in Series A funding to expand electric motorcycle and bus production
Kenya-based electric mobility company ROAM has successfully completed a Series A funding round totaling $24 million in equity and debt to expand local production and further electrify mobility across Africa.
Expand Expanding CloseThe world’s first semi electric truck with 1,000 kWh capacity is plowing snow in Norway like a boss
For the first time, Norway has used a semi electric truck with 1,000 kWh battery capacity to clear heavy snow on challenging mountain passes.
Expand Expanding CloseAbarth unveils the 600e – its most powerful vehicle to date, in a limited ‘Scorpionissima’ edition
Italian performance car specialist Abarth has just debuted a new all-electric model called the 600e as its bright purple “Scorpionissima” launch edition undergoes final testing ahead of a commercial shoot. Abarth shared its first image of the 600e, which promises to be its most powerful vehicle to date.
Expand Expanding CloseJaguar Land Rover delays two EVs as first electric Range Rover rolls out this year
Jaguar Land Rover is pushing back the launch of two key electric models amid “surprising” demand for its plug-in hybrids. The announcement comes as the company is seeing strong interest in the first electric Range Rover after orders opened in December.
Expand Expanding CloseRivian adds Standard battery pack option for R1T and R1S, plus a new option for even more range
One month from debuting its second all-electric line of vehicles, Rivian is expanding the configurator of its flagship R1T and R1S trucks to now allow the Standard pack as a selectable option to customers. Additionally, Rivian has introduced a fourth pack called Standard+, delivering more range at less cost. Here’s the latest.
Expand Expanding CloseKomatsu 3 ton electric mini excavator set for European debut in Paris
Komatsu has announced plans to debut its new PC33E-6 3-ton class electric mini excavator to European equipment buyers at the Intermat 2024 fair in Paris this April.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla adopts UWB connectivity on iPhone to improve Phone Key performance
Tesla now supports the iPhone’s Ultra Wideband chip for improved Phone Key performance, at least on some cars. Apple started including the Ultra Wideband chip with the iPhone 11, allowing for better nearby interaction between an iPhone and other devices equipped with UWB technology.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Chinese electric truck will be as quick as Tesla’s Cybertruck with heavy loads
Chinese EV maker Geely is launching a 4WD version of its Radar RD6 electric truck that will rival the Cybertruck. According to the brand’s CEO, it will have similar acceleration to Tesla’s Cybertruck while carrying heavy loads.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla to greatly expand Supercharging in Iceland with partnership with gas stations
Tesla announced plans to greatly expand the Supercharger network in Iceland through a partnership with a gas station chain.
Expand Expanding CloseThis modular ‘pop-up solar canopy’ charges EVs off-grid
Meet PairTree – a solar-powered canopy that charges EVs off-grid – that’s made by US-based solar charging infrastructure manufacturer Paired Power.
Expand Expanding CloseNew Sanlorenzo superyacht first to use Volvo Penta electric ready powertrain
Superyacht builder Sanlorenzo will become the first ship-builder to integrate the new Volvo Penta “electric-ready” marine powertrain system into two new upcoming customer yachts.
Expand Expanding CloseEcoFlow flash sale takes up to $948 off power stations, Pace 500.2 e-bike now $924, more
Headlining today’s lineup of deals is the final 24-hour flash sale to closeout EcoFlow’s home backup sale for disaster preparedness, taking up to $948 off power stations, an expansion battery, and a solar panel. It is joined by Aventon’s Pace 500.2 Cruiser e-bike at $924, as well as a Greenworks 1,900 PSI Electric Pressure Washer at $120. 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 CloseThe world’s longest onshore wind turbine blade makes its debut
SANY Renewable Energy, a wind turbine manufacturer in China, has built the world’s longest onshore wind turbine blade.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai IONIQ T10 emerges as a potential electric pickup option
Is the Hyundai IONIQ T10 the electric truck we’ve been waiting for? A new trademark filing for an IONIQ T10 suggests Hyundai could be aiming for Ford’s F-150 Lightning.
Expand Expanding CloseCheap solar panels from China are all over Europe – and everyone is freaking out
Europe is installing more solar panels than ever before, thanks to a flood of cheap Chinese solar panels, driving installations by 40% last year. But it comes at a hefty cost: Local solar manufacturers are on the brink of a total collapse that could happen within weeks.
GM taps former Tesla battery expert to help it deliver low-cost EVs at scale
As GM looks to deliver on its promise of EVs for everyone, the automaker is recruiting talent from the best. GM announced Thursday that it has hired Kurt Kelty, former Tesla executive and recognized battery expert, as it aims to launch low-cost EVs.
Expand Expanding CloseElon Musk’s brother Kimbal is not as optimistic about Tesla’s Full Self-Driving
Elon Musk’s brother Kimbal, who is also a board member at Tesla, is not as optimistic as his brother about Tesla delivering ‘Full Self-Driving’. He says: “maybe 5 years”.
Expand Expanding CloseThis $1b EV nickel plant will be North America’s largest
Canada Nickel Co. is looking to spend US $1 billion to build a nickel processing plant in Ontario, which would be North America’s largest once it is completed.
Expand Expanding CloseBYD’s upcoming EV plans leak showing new Seal and Tesla Model Y rivaling SUV launching
BYD is rolling out new electric models in different segments as it looks to stay on top of the EV sales market. BYD’s latest EV plans leaked, showing a new electric SUV rolling out in April to compete with Tesla’s top-selling Model Y.
Expand Expanding CloseWatch this electric motorcycle ride battery deep through California flood waters
As Californians brace for record-setting rain and flooding in many areas, drivers are forced to be extra cautious on flooded roadways. In what may be a first for this particular bike though, we’re getting a look at a Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle that was ridden battery-deep through flood waters and lived to ride back out.
The entire exercise underscores just how waterproof electric motorcycles can be, even riding underwater.
Expand Expanding CloseEinride partners with Heineken to support electric trucks moving precious beer through Europe
Einride has announced it is helping world-renowned brewery Heineken electrify its freight operations between the Netherlands and Germany. Heineken put several electric trucks into operation last month as it looks to deploy Einride’s entire ecosystem across its fleet operations in the future.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla improves Cybertruck handling, charging, and more in new update
Tesla has released the first major software update for the Cybertruck, and it improves the electric pickup’s handling, charging, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseAll-new electric Lancia Ypsilon shown weeks ahead of schedule
Storied Italian car brand Lancia revealed its first new car — electric or otherwise — in over a decade, and it did so without warning, without fanfare, and weeks ahead of schedule.
Expand Expanding CloseQuick Charge Podcast: February 7, 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.
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