California-based startup unveils 58 MPH electric jet ski on hydrofoils

It’s an exciting time for personal watercraft enthusiasts that want to swap a roaring engine for the instantaneous (and silent) power of electric motors. The latest electric jet ski making a splash is the Valo Hyperfoil.

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Quick Charge Podcast: November 30, 2022

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple PodcastsSpotifyTuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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Hitachi Energy debuts wireless grid tech that prevents wildfires

Hitachi Energy just launched wireless Spark Prevention Unit indicators that help prevent wildfires by enabling remote monitoring.

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NanoGraf to launch US’s first large-volume silicon oxide factory

Chicago-headquartered NanoGraf Technologies, which claims it has enabled the world’s most energy dense 18650 lithium-ion cell, today announced that it will open the first large-volume silicon oxide factory in the United States. At peak production, NanoGraf will produce 35 tons per year.

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Drivers are increasingly ditching Toyota and Honda gas cars in favor of EVs

The electric vehicle rollout is gaining momentum as new car shoppers are increasingly switching to EVs, even if their preferred brand is not currently offering any. Ford, GM, and Hyundai’s new electric vehicles are winning over Toyota and Honda gas-car buyers, while Tesla continues establishing itself as a top automaker.

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Tesla (TSLA) is planning massive output from Giga Texas in Q1 2023

Tesla (TSLA) is planning a massive ramp up in Model Y production output from Gigafactory Texas in Q1 2023. In the meantime, the situation is a bit more complex in the United States with the pending tax credit.

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Electric vanlife coming? 2024 Mercedes eSprinter impresses in 300 mile range, efficiency tests

The upcoming refresh of the Mercedes eSprinter electric van has been tested with impressive results on both range and efficiency. In fact, they’re almost too impressive to be believed.

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XPeng (XPEV) misses Q3 estimates, stock rises despite lower EV delivery outlook

XPeng (XPEV), a leading Chinese smart EV manufacturer, released its Q3 2022 earnings Wednesday, missing top and bottom line estimates while offering a less-than-ideal delivery outlook for the rest of the year. Despite this, XPeng stock is racing higher. Let’s see why investors are jumping back in.

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Enjoy off-season discounts on Badger’s 2-tool yard care kit at $99 in New Green Deals

While you might not be doing many yard chores now that winter is on the horizon, it’s never a bad time to score off-season savings. Right now, we’re tracking a 2-tool combo kit which includes both an electric string trimmer/edger and blower for $99 or less. Down at least $100 from its normal rate, this kit is perfect for putting the finishing touches on yard care and helps with reducing your reliance on gas and oil for lawn work. 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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Tesla secures large EV fleet order from Caltrans

Tesla has secured a large fleet order from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), who is trying to electrify its vehicle fleet.

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