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Here’s what you get when a cellphone maker creates an electric moped

If Detel doesn’t ring a bell as an electric moped company, that’s because it’s not. The Indian company is more well known for its low-cost consumer electronics such as phones, LED displays, and headphones. But now Detel is moving into the electric moped space, and the company’s Detel Easy moped is an interesting first entry into the market. India is already a leader in electric mobility…
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Tesla slips in reliability rankings based on new owner surveys

Tesla has slipped in industry reliability rankings based on new owner surveys from Consumer Reports and J.D. Power. Over the years, Tesla has often been knocked for reliability in owner surveys. The automaker’s innovative nature often prioritized speed over quality and reliability. Last year, Tesla’s former VP of quality explained why it might not be a good idea to buy first batches of Tesla…
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Hyundai reportedly set to replace Kona LG batteries in Korea

According to media sources in Korea, Hyundai is about to enter into an agreement with their Domestic Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport to replace all of the batteries in its Kona electric vehicle fleet. The recall might also extend to its IONIQ line and busses. This has not yet been confirmed, and the scope of the replacement recall is in question. Aju.News has reported that the…
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How GM plans to be carbon neutral by 2040

After over 100 years as one of the world’s largest ICE automobile manufacturers, General Motors has freed its head from the deep sand to join the emerging EV revolution. The US automaker has pulled a 180 in order to combat emissions rather than enable them. Just recently…
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Quick Charge Podcast: February 17, 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. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on…
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McLaren debuts new Artura Plug-in hybrid supercar

McLaren recently debuted its latest vehicle, the Artura. This plug-in hybrid EV is the first to debut for the British supercar manufacturer this year. The company has previously vowed to pivot toward electric vehicles, and cease development of ICE models by 2030. In a lengthy but well produced launch video, McLaren teases glimpses of its new hybrid vehicle. The broad drone shots over smoke and…
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