Tesla is working on a new key fob with auto unlocking and power based on the new UWB technology that is “immune to relay attacks.”
Tesla and relay attacks
Thefts of Tesla vehicles are quite rare in North America, but in Europe, they have some more sophisticated thieves that managed a string of Tesla vehicle thefts through relay attacks, and most vehicles haven’t been recovered.
A relay…
Quick Charge Podcast: February 2, 2021
February 3, 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…
Tesla Model S vs. Model X: The two veteran EVs compared
February 3, 2021
Of the four electric vehicles currently available in Tesla’s fleet, its Model S and Model X sit as the two longest in production. At a higher price point than Tesla’s two newer models, these veteran EVs offer a combination of the efficiency, performance, and luxury that…
RadMini e-bike review: Why you need this folding fat tire electric bike in your life
February 3, 2021
is the Swiss Army knife of the fat tire e-bike world. It offers all of the diverse riding advantages of fat tire e-bikes while providing surprising portability to take it just about anywhere.
Whether on grass, dirt, or asphalt, the RadMini can do just about anything most e-bike riders could ever need.
RadMini tech specs
Motor: 750W geared rear hub motor
Top speed: 32 km/h (20…
Elon Musk shares stunning drone footage showing progress at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin
February 3, 2021
Elon Musk has released some stunning drone footage showing the progress that Tesla has made at Gigafactory Berlin.
There’s now a giant structure that will soon house Model Y production.
Tesla Gigafactory Berlin
Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin is arguably the automaker’s…
EGEB: First floating tidal energy array launches in Canada
February 3, 2021
Sustainable Marine unveils “next-gen platform” in Nova Scotia ahead of tidal energy project.
The University of Arkansas will build a new solar lab to teach accredited solar technicians.
UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in…
Tesla has transitioned the new Model S and Model X to a Li-ion 12-volt car battery – getting rid of the lead-acid battery.
New Tesla Model S and Model X
Last week, Tesla finally unveiled the highly-anticipated new Model S and Model X.
The automaker released a bunch of information on its website, but it didn’t do a full reveal of the new vehicles like it usually does.
We have obtained more…
Merchants Fleet, the US’ fastest-growing fleet management company, is working with BrightDrop, the new business started by General Motors (GM), to procure a hefty 12,600 EV600s.
The all-new EV600 is lightweight and purpose-built for the efficient delivery of goods and…
Super Soco just released a new video showing a teaser of its upcoming retro-inspired electric motorcycle known as the TC Wanderer.
The Super Soco TC platform has served as parent company VMoto’s somewhat retro-styled low-cost electric motorcycle for years.
Now it seems…
Tesla finally ‘voluntarily’ recalls Model S/X with touchscreen problem after getting arm twisted by NHTSA
February 2, 2021
Tesla announced that it will finally “voluntarily’” recall all Model S and Model X vehicles with touchscreen problems due to the eMMC issue in the media unit after getting pressured by NHTSA to do so.
Tesla eMMC defect
Owners of older Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles have been reporting some issues with their MCUs.
The touchscreen becomes less responsive, the power-up time becomes…
