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Watch Australian soldiers using these 50 MPH electric bikes on scouting missions [Video]

It’s been a big few weeks for electric bicycles in the military, with the latest tactical e-bike news coming from down under. Australian soldiers are now testing the use of high-powered electric bicycles for military roles, focusing on stealthy scouting missions. Scouts from the Light Horse Regiment with Queensland Mounted Infantry are now testing out high-powered e-bikes, though few would…
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Chargie brings electric car smarts to your overnight phone charging

Electric cars come with intelligent charge management designed to protect batteries from over-heating and excessive wear. is a smart device which brings that same intelligence to your overnight phone charging – and best of all, it works with all of your existing chargers. Using Chargie protects your battery, and can delay significant degradation from just one year to around five years … The…
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Congressman ‘frustrated’ with reduced electric bike tax credit in US, but calls it progress

The original sponsor of a bill introducing a 30% tax credit for electric bicycle purchases recently commented on the current state of the proposed legislation, calling it frustrating but expressing hope at the progress it indicated. Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the E-BIKE Act this past February along with congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR). The act was immediately sent to the…
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Volkswagen Group BEV delivery numbers still a year behind Tesla, but gaining fast at 138% YOY

Following the release of its Q3 delivery numbers, Volkswagen Group continues to grow its presence in the BEV market, up 109% compared to Q3 last year. Nine months into 2021, Volkswagen has more than doubled its worldwide deliveries, nipping at the heels of Tesla – the current undisputed EV market leader. Tesla continues to grow as well, and could (maybe) surpass one million deliveries in 2021…
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