We finally have a clear shot of the Tesla Cybertruck with frunk open

Tesla is currently testing the dual-motor Cybertruck, of which we’ve been getting a lot of pictures, and now we have the best look yet at its wide-but-shallow frunk.

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This modular solar canopy only takes 6 hours to install

Reno, Nevada-based startup World4Solar is debuting a freestanding modular solar canopy that can be installed in less than a day.

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ZEEKR’s 001 FR will have quad-motors, CATL Qilin batteries, and 1,265 bhp… oh, and tank turns

Less than a month after teasing a new high-performance version of its flagship 001 EV, ZEEKR has shared some of its upcoming specs – and they’re impressive. After straight up calling Tesla’s Model S Plaid “dull,” the Chinese automaker is “saying sorry to other performance brands,” because the ZEEKR 001 FR is packin’ some heat.

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We drove the first all-electric street sweeper in the US, coming to LA soon

Battle Motors and Elgin Sweeper Company have collaborated to put the first all-electric street sweeper into service in the US, and we got to drive it.

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We drove the first all-electric street sweeper in the US, coming to LA soon

Battle Motors and Elgin Sweeper Company have collaborated to put the first all-electric street sweeper into service in the US, and we got to drive it.

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Tesla is testing Cybertruck with dual-motor powertrain, interior look

Tesla is testing the Cybertruck with a dual-motor powertrain, according to new pictures of a prototype of the electric pickup truck.

We also get a good look at the interior.

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Tesla is testing Cybertruck with dual-motor powertrain, interior look

Tesla is testing the Cybertruck with a dual-motor powertrain, according to new pictures of a prototype of the electric pickup truck.

We also get a good look at the interior.

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Rivian hires former Porsche Cars North America CEO as COO to steer business growth

EV maker Rivian (RIVN) announced Friday it has hired Dr. Kjell Gruner as chief commercial officer (COO) and president of business growth. Gruner brings over 25 years of auto experience to Rivian, most recently serving as CEO of Porsche Cars North America.

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Rivian hires former Porsche Cars North America CEO as COO to steer business growth

EV maker Rivian (RIVN) announced Friday it has hired Dr. Kjell Gruner as chief commercial officer (COO) and president of business growth. Gruner brings over 25 years of auto experience to Rivian, most recently serving as CEO of Porsche Cars North America.

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Tesla FSD Beta tried to kill me last night

I was testing Tesla’s latest Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta update last night (v11.4.7), and a new aggressive bug has nearly made me crash at highway speed twice.

Please take this as a public service announcement.

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