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VW CEO explains why it needs to be more like Tesla: Giga Berlin will produce 90 cars/hour on 1 line

In a new note to his management team, as he is being challenged by his own workforce, VW CEO Herbert Diess explained why the German automaker needs to be more like Tesla. Surprisingly, a lot of it has to do with manufacturing – something that Elon Musk said would become Tesla’s main advantage. As we reported yesterday, Diess is currently facing a vote of no-confidence under review by a board…
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COP26 Daily Briefing: 3 big things that happened on November 5

The COP26, aka the United Nations Climate Change Conference UK 2021, is under way in Glasgow. Here’s Electrek‘s daily roundup of the key happenings at the world’s most important summit ever. Friday, November 5 Youth took to the streets Thousands of children, parents, and teachers took to the streets to demand that global leaders ramp up and implement their pledges to slow global warming…
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Proximity to EV action becomes stock Viagra to legacy companies

One thing seems certain these days: If you’re a legacy car sector company wanting to give your stock price a serious goosing, find some way to thrust yourself into the EV news cycle. This week gave the world another reminder that Wall Street is ready to reward pretty much any company offering signs of snuggling up to the EV future. On Tuesday, share prices in car rental giant Avis skyrocketed…
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Magicycle’s 52v Cruiser is a Fully-Loaded Fat-Tire Power House

Magicycle breaks onto the USA electric bike scene with that includes a comfortable stance and a wealth of extra goodies. The high powered 52v electric system can clim most any hill, and the full-house of commuter accessories can tackle most any situation. With a clean look and decent components, there’s a lot to love about the . Magicycle Cruiser Specs Battery: 52v 15Ah (780wh) Motor: 750w…
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