Battery tech company Group14 raises $400M in funding led by Porsche, plans 2nd US plant

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Group14 Technologies, a manufacturer of silicon-carbon tech for lithium-silicon batteries, announced it has raised $400 million in a Series C funding round led by Porsche AG. Group14’s technology can help deliver better-performing cells compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries and will use the funds to begin building a second manufacturing facility on US soil to expedite tech to Porsche.

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Why did Lime quietly kill off its electric moped–sharing program in NYC?

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You’d be forgiven for not noticing, but shared micromobility company Lime’s electric mopeds have disappeared from the streets of NYC less than a year after their debut.

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Quick Charge Podcast: May 3, 2022

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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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Tesla updates Model S/X with new swivel screen for better in-car viewing experience

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Tesla has updated the Model S and Model X with a new motorized swivel function for the center screen. It enables a better viewing experience in the car as the automaker is betting on more in-car entertainment.

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Vermont launches the first state e-bike incentive program in the US, plus other EV programs

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Vermont is launching new electric bike and car incentive programs and is also continuing an existing EV incentive program for state residents. The transportation sector currently causes about 40% of the state’s carbon emissions. 

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Tesla says it will turn Shanghai into ‘the world’s largest vehicle export hub’ with new factory

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Tesla says it will turn Shanghai into “the world’s largest vehicle export hub” with a new factory capable of producing 450,000 electric vehicles per year, next to the existing plant.

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New electric bicycle powertrain claims to be lightest in the world, adds just 3.2 kg (7 lbs.)

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The new Mahle X20 electric bicycle powertrain is set to lead to some ultra lightweight e-bikes thanks to the paired down electric motor and battery combination.

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Hover-1 Highlander Pro e-scooter with 18-mi. range hits new low at $450, more in New Green Deals

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If you have short trips to take to the corner store, a friend’s house, or even to work, then an electric scooter can make that a simple task. Hover-1’s Highlander Pro electric scooter is the perfect choice for riding around town this summer. It has a maximum speed of 15 MPH and can go for as far as 18 miles on a single charge, which is over an hour of riding at top speed. Plus, it’s on sale for $150 off today, falling to $450 which marks a new low that we’ve tracked. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other 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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Will Mexico provide free rooftop solar for houses if the opposition wins in 2024?

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Mexico’s largest opposition party proposed installing rooftop solar on houses for free on Sunday. That pitch was in response to a run-in with the president’s party over a constitutional overhaul of the power market.

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Apple poaches 31-year Ford veteran as it aims for self-driving EV launch by 2025

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Apple is continuing to press ahead with its efforts to build a fully self-driving electric car, despite a number of personnel changes and strategy shifts over the years. Now, a new report from Bloomberg indicates that Apple has hired Desi Ujkashevic, a 31-year Ford veteran, to help it ramp up efforts on the Apple Car project.

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