Tesla now accepts Bitcoin as payment, yet in its own terms and conditions, the automaker pretty much explains why it isn’t such a hot idea to buy a Tesla with Bitcoin.
Earlier today, Tesla announced that it is starting to take payment in Bitcoin in the US.
The move follows a $1.5 billion investment that the automaker made in the cryptocurrency earlier this year.
It sent the price of the…
If Tesla can determine that drivers aren’t paying attention, shouldn’t it warn drivers in the moment?
March 24, 2021
Consumer Reports is out with a new report about concerns regarding Tesla’s use of its driver-facing camera, and they raised an interesting question: If Tesla can determine that drivers aren’t paying attention, shouldn’t it warn drivers in that moment, like most driver…
As the first days of spring are officially upon us, we focus our spotlight on GreenPower Motor Company. This EV manufacturer designs, builds, and distributes purpose-built zero-emission shuttles, cargo, and transit buses. From purpose-built mini-buses to wireless charging…
Quick Charge Podcast: March 23, 2021
March 24, 2021
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.
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Porsche announced today that it is updating the software of its 2020 Taycan electric cars to add features that were introduced in the 2021 Taycan.
Tesla popularized the capacity to push over-the-air software updates to vehicles.
It became one of the biggest advantages of…
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB):
An electric charge point run on tidal energy has been installed on the Shetland island of Yell.
Climate Action 100+ has issued its first net zero ratings of the world’s largest polluting companies.
UnderstandSolar is a free…
Audi starts production of the Q4 e-tron electric SUV
March 24, 2021
Audi announced today that it started production of its highly anticipated Q4 e-tron electric SUV at its Zwickau factory.
The Audi Q4 e-tron was first unveiled as a concept at the Geneva Motor Show in 2019, but the German automaker quickly announced plans to bring the vehicle to production.
It was first supposed to happen in 2020, but it was delayed into 2021 and now Audi is announcing the start…
Specialized launches latest Levo premium electric mountain bikes with eye-watering price
March 24, 2021
When it comes to electric mountain bikes, Specialized is right up there with the best of them. Now, the company is pushing the limits of design and performance even further with the new Specialized Levo electric mountain bike unveiled today.
The new Specialized Levo comes…
In a press release this week, solid-state battery manufacturer QuantumScape announced it’s seeking additional funds to expand its QS-0 pilot line. The company plans to use the funds to double the size of the originally announced pilot line. QuantumScape will use this pilot…
Tesla Energy Plan launches in Australia to lower electricity rates with virtual power plant
March 24, 2021
Tesla has launched a new “Tesla Energy Plan” in South Australia to try to lower electricity rates in a region notorious for high energy costs.
The plan is backed by a Tesla Powerwall-powered virtual power plant.
South Australia have had a lot of power issues over the years.
Tesla first got involved by supplying its Powerpack in a large energy storage project owned by Neoen that became known…
