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Kansas is a US wind power leader, but a senator wants to destroy that with a new bill

February 4, 2022

Kansas state senator Mike Thompson (R-Shawnee), a former meteorologist, is not a supporter of clean energy. So he’s sponsoring a bill that could kneecap Kansas’ thriving wind power industry. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price matching, so it’s important to shop for the best…

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US customers who buy a 2022 BMW EV will get two years of free 30-minute charging from Electrify America

February 4, 2022

Charging network Electrify America has just announced a collaboration with BMW North America to offer free 30-minute charging sessions to new BMW drivers for two years from the date of their purchase. The complimentary charging will begin in March to kick off US sales of two…

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Fisker announces Ocean EV will make its debut in Europe at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, alongside EU expansion plans

February 4, 2022

American EV automaker Fisker Inc. announced its flagship Ocean SUV will make its official debut in Europe at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. The annual trade show will take place from February 28 to March 3, and will give visitors a first chance to see the Fisker…

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Tesla (TSLA) revenue to grow larger than GM and Ford combined within next 5 years, says top analyst

February 4, 2022

According to Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas, one of the top-ranked Wall Street analysts, Tesla’s (TSLA) revenue should grow larger than GM and Ford combined within the next 5 years. Tesla’s stock performance has been incredible for a long time – it has long been more valuable than companies like GM, and it became the most valuable automaker almost two years ago. However, the argument…

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Kia’s upcoming Super Bowl ad promotes EV adoption with the EV6 and pet adoption with a dancing Robo Dog

February 4, 2022

Kia America announced that unlike Tom Brady, it will return to the Super Bowl this year with a new :60 spot that promotes both love for the environment and furry friends. In addition to showcasing the Kia’s new all-electric EV6 sedan, the campaign will also help shelter…

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Kia EV6 first drive: 10 things I didn’t know about the big 310-mile every-person sportwagon

February 4, 2022

Kia flew us out to wine and “winding road” country to test the new EV6, which is coming a bit late to the US, as it’s been out for a while in its native Korea and Europe already. So that means I’ve had months to digest the information about the car, its…

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Podcast: Interview with Tesla hater/FSD Beta tester Taylor Ogan, FSD rolling stop, Tesla cathode factory, Kia EV6 and more

February 4, 2022

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including an interview with Tesla hater/FSD Beta tester Taylor Ogan, recall of Full Self-Driving Beta’s rolling stop feature, Tesla’s new cathode factory, and more. Remember to also subscribe to Electrek Quick Charge Podcast hosted by Mikey G and Electrek’s new Wheel-E…

NASA and SpaceX say lagging parachutes on Dragon capsule are not a problem

February 4, 2022

NASA and SpaceX say they are looking into a recurring issue with lagging parachutes on SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule — critical features the spacecraft needs to land when it returns from orbit. However, the two spaceflight partners are downplaying the seriousness of the…

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GoPro Wants to Expand its Product Line, Build a Camera for Pros

February 4, 2022

GoPro wants to expand its camera line to more than just its current Hero and Max cameras. According to CEO Nick Woodman, the company will add two more models in the next year. New Cameras for Specialized Uses In a company earning’s call, Woodman says that GoPro…

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This Swallowable Camera Can Take the Place of Traditional Colonoscopies

February 4, 2022

More than 2,000 patients in Scotland have swallowed a tiny pill-shaped camera in order to be screened for bowel cancer. The medical program replaced traditional colonoscopies and has reduced waiting times and allowed for faster diagnosis. The technical name for the process is a colon capsule endoscopy (CCE), but Medtronic’s device is branded the Pillcam. Reported by Metro UK and spotted by…