A global renewable energy employment report released today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveals which countries are leading the world in wind and solar manufacturing and installation.
“Renewable Energy and Jobs: Annual Review 2022” shows that the number of people working in the renewable energy sector has continued to…
Tesla (TSLA) has had a sudden drop in wait times for deliveries on new orders on some of its electric vehicle models, and some are reading into it as demand falling off, but there’s more to it.
In recent weeks, industry watchers have noted that Tesla’s delivery wait…
At the Hannover IAA Transportation event, Ford revealed new features and specifications of its all-new E Transit Custom, a fully electric commercial van, or what the automaker calls a “smartphone on wheels.”
Since releasing the E-Transit, Ford has quickly become a leader…
The Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) line, will deliver 1,250 megawatts of clean electricity from Canada’s Hydro-Québec, the fourth-largest hydropower producer in the world, to New York City.
HVDC energy transmission transmits power over long distances more efficiently than alternating current (AC) transmission.
The CHPE, which is permitted and…
Harley-Davidson to re-open Del Mar electric motorcycle reservations after first round sold out
September 22, 2022
If you’ve been champing at the bit to put down a reservation for a LiveWire S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle, then we’ve got good news for you. The wait will soon be over as Harley-Davidson’s electric sub-brand LiveWire will be re-opening reservations later this…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 21, 2022
September 22, 2022
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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Ideanomics successfully tests first 500 kW charger that powers class 8 EV trucks in under 15 minutes
September 21, 2022
Ideanomics passed a considerable milestone Wednesday as the company announced it successfully tested WAVE’s 500kW ultra-fast wireless charger, a first of its kind that can charge class 8 electric trucks in under 15 minutes.
Ideanomics is making massive strides this year as it looks to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in one of the most critical aspects of the economy…
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming reality
September 21, 2022
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming a reality in Austin, where Tesla is deploying solar roofs and Powerwall in a brand-new development.
Last year, Tesla signed a breakthrough deal to deploy solar roofs and Powerwalls on a “large scale” in a new…
EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar
September 21, 2022
US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology. Previously, owners of Plug and Charge capable GM EVs could utilize the feature on the EVgo network, but that opportunity is now available for…
Volvo’s all-electric EX90 will replace XC90 SUV and include a LiDAR-powered ‘invisible shield of safety’
September 21, 2022
Volvo Cars has begun teasing a new flagship electric SUV called the EX90, set to replace the popular XC90 model as it pivots toward an all-electric future. The full reveal of the new EV won’t happen until this fall, but Volvo is already calling the EX90 its safest vehicle to date and has shared some of the technologies we can expect to see inside and out.
Volvo Cars is a global automaker…
