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Tesla is testing a goofy camouflaged Robotaxi prototype ahead of reveal

September 16, 2024
Tesla is gearing up for its October 10 Robotaxi unveiling, which will take place at Warner Bros. Studio, and it’s currently running a fleet of (normal) cars around the lot to map the area. But one of the cars, photographed late yesterday by a lot employee, stands out – and it stands out because it seems to be a heavily-camouflaged version of the heretofore-not-seen Robotaxi. The photo was…
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Kia's low-cost EV3 is about to get even better with new variants on the way

September 13, 2024
Kia confirmed plans to launch new AWD and GT variants for its electric EV3 SUV. The EV3 is the first of Kia’s new low-cost EV lineup as it looks to challenge industry leaders. It’s been almost a year since Kia first took the sheets off the EV3 during its first annual EV Day last October. After opening orders this summer in Korea with prices starting at just $30,700 (KRW 42.08 million), Kia’s…
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How Ted Cruz is preventing safer e-bike batteries in the US

September 11, 2024
It’s a widely held opinion that improving safety in lithium-ion batteries used for electric bikes and e-scooters is generally considered to be a good thing. And yet you may be surprised at why Texas senator Ted Cruz is obstructing a bipartisan bill to improve battery safety in the US. Believe it or not, it largely comes down to a strange culture war over gas stoves. While e-bike battery fires…
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I sold all my Tesla shares (TSLA), here's why

September 10, 2024
I fully divested from Tesla (TSLA), selling all my tesla shares. I’m going to try to explain why. At Electrek, we like to be clear about our biases rather than claim we have none. I’ve followed Tesla shares since 2008 and invested in the company after it went public in…
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Volvo confirms new EX60 mid-size electric SUV will spearhead its next-gen EV tech strategy

September 10, 2024
A new electric Volvo mid-size SUV is slated to arrive in 2026. Volvo confirmed the new EX60 electric SUV would be one of five new EVs joining the Swedish brand’s lineup. It will be the first EV built on its new tech-based platform, called SPA3. Volvo EX60 mid-size electric SUV coming in 2026 Despite pushing back its 100% EV sales pledge by 2030, Volvo still believes electric cars are the…
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