Arc boats has announced a deal with Curtin Maritime to build 8 electric “ship assist” tugboats, meant for moving large cargo ships in and out of port. But the big takeaway is that nobody’s doing it because of grants or subsidies, but rather because it just makes economic sense.
We at Electrek have covered Arc before, but if you remember them it would probably be from their Arc One, Arc Sport…
The Volkswagen ID.4 looks even better in the Black Package, now available for $45K
September 11, 2025
Volkswagen has launched a new Black Package for the 2025 ID.4, which is actually quite cool-looking. The new design package adds a distinct new look, building on the upgrades Volkswagen introduced last year.
Volkswagen ID.4 gains sleek new Black Package
After it went back…
Hyundai unveiled a bold new electric vehicle, the Concept THREE EV, on Tuesday. The new EV concept stole the spotlight with a striking new design, hinting at what’s coming in the Hyundai IONIQ 3.
The Hyundai Concept THREE will launch as the IONIQ 3
We’ve been waiting for…
Dahon marks huge IPO as investors jump for leading folding bike maker
September 11, 2025
DAHON, a leading global folding bike manufacturer, is entering a new chapter, this time with a public market twist. The company’s tech subsidiary, DAHON TECH, officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, marking a major milestone for the 40-year-old folding bike pioneer.
It is exceedingly rare for bicycle companies to reach the point of an IPO, which among other things, helps give us…
QuantumScape and PowerCo complete first live solid-state battery demo in a Ducati [Video]
September 10, 2025
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape and business partner PowerCo, a battery company under the Volkswagen Group umbrella, just completed their first live demonstration of QS solid-state lithium-metal batteries powering an actual vehicle. In this instance, the…
Mercedes unveils GLC electric SUV: a more refined all-electric platform with 440 miles of range
September 10, 2025
Mercedes-Benz has now fully pulled the wraps off the all-electric GLC at IAA Mobility in Munich. A new next-gen electric powertrain now underpins the most popular model from the German luxury automotive brand.
Can it revive Mercedes’ EV momentum?
Mercedes-Benz…
Rimac unveils new solid state battery and EV powertrains
September 10, 2025
Rimac Technology used IAA Mobility in Munich to launch new products, including a new battery pack platform based on solid-state battery cells.
The company, better known for its electric supercars, is trying to position itself as a tier 1 automotive industry supplier with a new product lineup.
Rimac made its name with electric supercars like the Nevara, but the company has also long been…
I’m going to start this off by immediately begging you not to buy this ridiculous contraption you’ll see in the article below. You’ve been warned. Ok, now feast your eyes on this monstrosity! A $350 e-bike from Alibaba that comes with not just a suspension fork, not…
Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it's one of these (*)
September 9, 2025
Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing. It’s either a yes, with a but – or a no, with an unless. To find out which EVs can offer…
The new Chevy Bolt EV is set to enter production later this year, with one fewer shift, following GM’s reduction in production plans at several US plants. Apart from the Bolt, GM promised a new family of affordable EVs. Are those, too, now at risk?
GM says more affordable EVs are coming, but when?
GM remained the number two EV maker in the US after back-to-back record sales months in July and…
