Aptera extends Accelerator program, 1,400 slots for Launch Edition builds remain open

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One day after announcing the official award of a $21 million grant in California, Aptera Motors looks to garner additional funds from its Accelerator investment program in exchange for access to the first 2,000 commemorative builds of its Launch Edition solar EVs. There is still plenty of room to invest and snag one of the first 2,000 Apteras built.

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Quick Charge Podcast: March 14, 2023

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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.

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Cat 5 hurricane-proof wind turbines are coming to the Gulf of Mexico

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Wind turbine rotor firm Gulf Wind Technology and Shell New Energies US will together develop hurricane-proof wind turbines unique to the Gulf of Mexico..

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Magicycle’s “eBike SUV” Brings a Hefty Portion of Fun [Video]

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Magicycle, makers of multi-function, high voltage electric bikes has ventured into new territory with the Magicycle’s Deer; a full suspension eBike SUV. With over 1 kilowatt-hour of energy, the Deer is capable of careening into adventure, and can handle most any commute with comfort and ease.

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Ford teases VW-based electric SUV ‘made for adventures and epic road trips’ in new video

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Ford teases its new mid-size electric SUV, based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, in a newly posted video. The EV is set for release a week from Tuesday, on March 21, 2023.

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First look at Tesla’s first V4 Supercharger station

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Today, we get our first real look at Tesla’s first V4 Supercharger station – ushering in a new era for the DC fast-charging station.

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Waze says it’s added EV chargers to its map, but it’s still sending me to gas stations

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It looks like Google-owned navigation app Waze is finally going to make it possible to add your EV and plug type into its app to find EV chargers along your route – but when, exactly?

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Germany finds several allies in demanding changes to combustion car ban in EU

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Following a meeting amongst transport ministers from several EU countries on Monday, Germany has now formed an alliance with Italy and additional territories in Eastern Europe in opposing the commission’s proposed ban on combustion cars by 2035 until exemptions are added for vehicles propelled entirely by carbon-neutral e-fuels. The saga continues.

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Tesla walks away from public funding for Superchargers because of payment system integration

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Tesla has decided to walk away from millions of dollars in public funding for Superchargers in California due to a requirement to integrate a payment system.

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Razor’s Euro-style Pocket Mod Bellezza electric scooter falls $104 to $656 in New Green Deals

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If you’re not a fan of the stand-up style that most electric scooters deliver, then the is a solid option for getting around town this spring. Delivering a seated experience with a 16 MPH top speed, this electric scooter goes for up to 70 minutes on a single charge. With no gas or oil required to function, this scooter will help you get around town this spring without having to use your traditional vehicle. On sale right now for $656, you’re also saving $104 from its normal going rate and scoring the best deal that we’ve seen since back in December. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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