One of the cool things about window shopping through China’s largest online mall is that you find some weirdly cheap yet impressive-looking things. And that’s exactly what we’ve got in store for this week’s Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column. If you’re a fan of vintage automotive culture, well then prepare to be horrified at this Chinese knock-off of a car. But…
We finally have a clear shot of the Tesla Cybertruck with frunk open
September 2, 2023
Tesla is currently testing the dual-motor Cybertruck, of which we’ve been getting a lot of pictures, and now we have the best look yet at its wide-but-shallow frunk.
We’ve seen photos of the Cybertruck’s massive frunk opening before, but they’ve always been taken…
This modular solar canopy only takes 6 hours to install
September 2, 2023
Reno, Nevada-based startup World4Solar is debuting a freestanding modular solar canopy that can be installed in less than a day.
Modular solar canopy
World4Solar’s new modular residential solar canopy is called the HelioWing, and it comes preassembled and preconfigured.
Mercedes-Benz teases entry-level electric CLA concept with a new front face, 466-mile range
September 2, 2023
Mercedes-Benz is gearing up to debut the new CLA EV concept sedan at IAA Mobility, spearheading a new entry-level model family.
Based on the new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA), the electric CLA will feature over 466 miles (750 km) of WLTC range.
The CLA will be the first to ride on the automaker’s new MMA platform derived from the ultra-efficient VISION EQXX concept. Mercedes refers to…
ZEEKR's 001 FR will have quad-motors, CATL Qilin batteries, and 1,265 bhp... oh, and tank turns
September 1, 2023
Less than a month after teasing a new high-performance version of its flagship 001 EV, ZEEKR has shared some of its upcoming specs – and they’re impressive. After straight up calling Tesla’s Model S Plaid “dull,” the Chinese automaker is “saying sorry to other…
Podcast: Tesla launches Model 3 refresh, Model S/X and FSD pricing update, FSD Beta tries to kill me, and more
September 1, 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 Tesla’s launch of the Model 3 refresh, Model S/X and FSD pricing update, FSD Beta trying to kill me, and more.
The show is…
The Pure Summer Event lives on. EV maker Lucid Motors announced it’s extending the price promotion on the Air electric sedan models for another month.
Lucid initially announced the price cuts on its social media page last month, dropping Air EV prices by up to $12,400.
The California-based EV maker calls it the “Pure Summer Event” with special lease and purchase deals on available 2023…
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) tumbled today on price cuts across its lineup and the dream sold by Elon Musk that Tesla vehicles will become an “appreciating asset” is going away.
The automaker did a bit of a news dump late last night with the release of the updated Model 3 in…
Battle Motors and Elgin Sweeper Company have collaborated to put the first all-electric street sweeper into service in the US, and we got to drive it.
The city of Los Angeles unveiled the new electric sweeper last month, and it’s putting it into service this year, mainly…
Nissan Altima's run ends in 2025 as focus turns to electric vehicles
September 1, 2023
The popular midsize Altima sedan will ride off into the sunset in 2025 as Nissan shifts its focus to electric vehicles. But the automaker isn’t abandoning the sedan segment altogether.
Nissan is retiring the gas-powered Altima
The Nissan Altima was a popular choice for families and commuters as a functional, budget-friendly vehicle. It has continued to be one of Nissan’s bestselling…
