Cleantech & EV’s

Tesla has launched a slightly updated Model Y in China with an LED light strip, new wheels, and faster acceleration. It’s not a major update, but it is worth noting. While all eyes are still on the rollout of the new Model 3, Tesla has quietly released an updated version of the Model Y out of Gigafactory Shanghai. The update is introducing to Model Y the LED strip around the dash that first…

I’ve ridden a lot of electric scooters in my time, numbering in the hundreds of different models at this point. And so it takes something special to make it to the top of any of my lists these days. Somehow the Scooterson managed to top TWO of my lists at once, becoming the weirdest to ride but very quickly also the coolest electric scooter I’ve ever tested. I mean, just look at it! The…

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This week, Honda revealed new information about its upcoming mini electric N-Van e with an anticipated 130 miles (210 km) of range. The new Honda N-Van e is built for business and personal use with features like vehicle-to-home (V2H), a flexible interior, and portable power capabilities. The Japanese automaker announced plans last December to launch a new light commercial EV based on its…