Anti-lock brakes might sound like old tech in cars (and motorcycles to a certain extent), but another two-wheeler has had to deal with brake lockup since its invention – the bicycle. But two different companies have just shown off competing anti-lock braking (ABS) systems designed for e-bikes to improve safety and performance.
Electric bikes make prime candidates for ABS brakes. Not only do…
Tesla has a new self-diagnostic feature in its app
July 18, 2022
Tesla has been working on a new “self-diagnostic” feature in its app that the automaker runs when certain types of service appointments are requested.
For better or worse, Tesla has been heavily betting on its mobile app to handle service.
It can be challenging for…
BLUETTI introduces e-gift cards: A more convenient way to shop for portable power stations
July 18, 2022
Shopping for someone looking for a high-quality energy storage solutions but not sure what product they prefer? Get them a new e-gift card from BLUETTI – with over a decade of experience in portable energy stations and solar charging. BLUETTI gift cards are easy to use and…
Tracking the most affordable EV leases in 2022
July 18, 2022
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So you’re looking for a new EV and feel like a lease might be the best option for you and your needs. A fine choice! Like any large purchasing decision, it’s important to do your research to ensure you maximize your value and…
Swytch shows off first pocket-sized electric bike battery for DIY e-bike conversion kit
July 17, 2022
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I’d love an electric bicycle, but it’d be even more convenient if the battery fit into my pocket”? Ok fine, but lots of people actually have. And the UK-based e-bike conversion kit company Swytch made it happen with the newest…
Quick Charge Podcast: July 16, 2022
July 17, 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.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on…
Tesla is getting closer to integrating Steam to take its gaming platform to whole new level
July 16, 2022
Elon Musk says that Tesla is getting closer to integrating Valve’s Steam to take its in-car gaming platform to a whole new level.
We know that Tesla has been investing heavily into integrating video games into its in-car entertainment system, but it still surprised many when Tesla said earlier this year that it planned to go as far as integrating Valve’s Steam, an online video game store and…
Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week: World’s Tiniest Electric Police Car
July 16, 2022
In today’s age of police militarization, perhaps it’s time to take a step back and see how we could downsize some of the police gear used on our streets. Who needs a three axle gas-guzzling police tank when you could have a tiny electric police coupe?
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The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $56 million in funding to boost US solar manufacturing and recycling.
Of those funds, $10 million will come from President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
That money should provide a much-needed boost to the US…
Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 exportation from Gigafactory Shanghai accounts for half of China’s electric vehicle exportation during the first half of 2022.
When Tesla first announced its plan to build a giant electric car factory in Shanghai, CEO Elon Musk said it was solely to supply China’s local demand for electric vehicles and wouldn’t export any vehicle to other markets.
But it…
