SpaceX’s mission to improve Starlink Cellular (aka Starlink Direct-to-Cell) by operating beyond normal radio frequency parameters gets pushback from Europe. Several phone network operators and service providers in Europe wrote to the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) dissuading the regulatory agency from supporting any requests regarding the relaxation of “safeguards Read more
Tesla China is expected to report a sales boost for Q3 2024 thanks to a new electric vehicle (EV) subsidy from the Chinese government. In July, the Chinese government doubled EV subsidies, encouraging local drivers to trade in their old passenger cars. China’s National Development and Reform Commission and Ministry Read more
On today’s electrifying episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got Sylvie Binder from the New York City Mayor’s Office here to tell us about the newly launched North American Electric Construction Coalition (NAECC) is committed to decarbonizing the construction industry, and NYC is already making serious headway. more…
Renewable developer Ameresco teamed up with water utility Mountain Regional Water Special Service District to launch Utah’s first floating solar farm. more…
The Mercedes-Benz EQB isn’t a bad car; it just cost way too much money brand new. But used ones are a screaming deal now.
When Rivian said its electric pickup was built to “handle it all,” it wasn’t bluffing. A Rivian R1T owner in Asheville, North Carolina, had his vehicle dragged 100 to 150 feet after Hurricane Helene swept through the area. To even his surprise, Rivian’s electric pickup was still ready to run. Read more
Rove, a new developer of full-service charging stations, has finished construction of its first charging station in Santa Ana, California, and invited us for a sneak peek ahead of its opening this month. The station includes 40 charging spots, a grocery store, indoor and outdoor seating, a car wash, and Read more
Elon Musk is celebrating winning a lawsuit over his misleading claims regarding Tesla’s self-driving program. However, before celebrating, he should take a closer look at the defense his lawyers took: puffery. more…
US nonprofit coalition Climate United announced $31.8 million in direct financing for the largest commercial and industrial solar deployment in Arkansas’ history. more…
Rivian’s well-designed and user-friendly interface makes the onslaught of vehicle touchscreens a little less scary.