On Friday, December 8, 2023, ethereum’s trading concluded with a 4% rise, settling at $2,358. This jump was observed within a daily trading range from $2,245 to $2,385. Underlying this upward trajectory was ether’s market cap of $283 billion, accompanied by a strong 24-hour trading volume of $26.75 billion. Oscillators and moving averages present a nuanced yet predominantly optimistic…
This Week’s Biggest Gainers and Losers: BONK, ORDI, BTT Lead Triple-Digit Growth in Booming Crypto Market
December 9, 2023
In the last week, bitcoin’s value surged by over 14% while ethereum also experienced a notable 13% increase against the U.S. dollar. Alongside these top contenders, a considerable number of other cryptocurrencies have also enjoyed substantial gains throughout the seven-day…
Podcast: Electrek's Vehicle of the Year, Cybertruck Foundation Series, GM Bolt EUV only, and more
December 8, 2023
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 Electrek’s Vehicle of the Year, Cybertruck Foundation Series, GM Bolt EUV coming back, and more.
Sponsored by Electrek’s…
The new rugged Scout brand from Volkswagen remains on track to debut its electric pickup and SUV next year. VW Scout CEO Scott Keogh says the designs are upwards of 95% complete.
Keogh told Automotive News that Scout remains on track to debut its first electric truck and SUV in the third quarter of 2022. We should begin to see our first prototypes hit the streets in the next few months.
“The…
Save $400 on customizable e-bikes from Electric Bike Co., portable power stations, more
December 8, 2023
Right now you can customize one of these Electric Bike Co. e-bikes at up to $400 off as we head into the weekend. The savings come joined by this ALLPOWERS R600 portable power station at $168, as well as this ongoing launch discount for the new Juiced Scrambler X2 e-bike at…
ZEEKR to hold 'Power Day 2023' event this month, showcasing battery tech developed in-house
December 8, 2023
Before Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR begins selling the 007 – its first mass-market electric sedan- it will introduce new battery technology developed in-house that will debut in the EV. ZEEKR promised to share more details of its battery developments later this month during…
Volkswagen mulls $21K EV with Renault, but don't get too excited
December 8, 2023
European automakers are looking to affordable EVs to help boost demand. The latest may be a 20,000 euro ($21,500) EV from Volkswagen and Renault.
Volkswagen is seeking partners to build an EV under 20,000 euros ($21,500), including Renault.
According to a from the German newspaper Handelsblatt, the automakers aim to produce 200,000-250,000 units per year.
The report claims Volkswagen is…
The first five offshore wind turbines at Vineyard Wind 1 will deliver power to the Massachusetts grid within weeks.
Vineyard Wind 1 comes online
Once online, Vineyard Wind 1’s five GE Haliade-X turbines will deliver around 65 megawatts (MW) of clean energy, enough to…
Tesla Model Y is Electrek's vehicle of the year
December 8, 2023
For 2023, Electrek has decided to make the Tesla Model Y its vehicle of the year. Well, it’s not as much us who decided, car buyers did.
With Model Y becoming the first electric vehicle to become the best-selling car in the world and officially mainstream, how can we not…
Genesis GV60 EV wins 2024 SUV of the year in China
December 8, 2023
Hyundai’s luxury brand Genesis is making its mark in the world’s largest EV market. The all-electric Genesis GV60 won China’s 2024 SUV of the year award, beating out several key rivals.
Genesis GV60 earns 2024 China SUV of the year award
Since its launch in 2021, the Genesis GV60 has earned several awards, including the German premium car of the year in 2023.
Its most recent comes in…
