Tesla CEO Elon Musk gave new updates on the company’s Humanoid Robot project, known as Optimus, yesterday, stating the company will have low production for internal use in 2025 and “hopefully” higher production in 2026 for other companies. The Optimus humanoid robot is one of Tesla’s newest projects, unveiled just Read more
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California-based EV maker Rivian (RIVN) was the most satisfying US auto brand, according to the 2024 JD Power US Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study. Although it had the highest rating, since Rivian didn’t meet the criteria, it was not officially ranked. Here’s why buyers love up-and-coming EV brand. Read more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla, Ford, and GM earnings, Rivian R2, and more. more…
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Ford is betting on smaller electric cars as the future. Its “Skunkworks ” team is not so small, and now that the cat is out of the bag, we are learning more about Ford’s new affordable platform. Ford CEO Jim Farley compared its new low-cost EV platform to Rivian and Read more
The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has canceled the second offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico due to “a lack of competitive interest.” more…
China’s Sany brand of heavy trucks made waves when it debuted its all-electric, four-axle “E-mixer” electric cement mixer — and now, Sany thinks it’s ready to take on the world as exports begin. more…
Cummins says the new dyno facility positions the company at the forefront of ultra-low and zero emissions powertrain technologies as the industry shifts its focus to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving efficiency — but the steps they take to keep staffers safe from hydrogen should give H enthusiasts pause. Read more