Michigan will get a new graphite processing factory to support US EV battery production

Graphex Technologies has entered into an exclusive non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to form a joint venture with Emerald Energy Solutions to construct and operate a graphite processing facility in Michigan.

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Subaru opens reservations for Solterra EV and announces a charging partnership with EVgo

Subaru of America will officially begin taking reservations today for its upcoming Solterra. For $250 down, customers can select their preferred Subaru retailer, trim, and exterior color. Additionally, the automaker shared that Solterra customers will be able to take advantage of a new partnership with EVgo, offering access to its 46,000 charging locations across the US.

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The world’s most extreme 35 MPH electric surfboard just got… even more extreme!

Swedish electric surfboard company Awake has spent several years enjoying elite status in its industry, known for creating the most extreme electric surfboards that money can buy. And now with the Awake RÄVIK S 22, the company is splashing down with yet another new board that continues to push the limits of what e-surfboards can do.

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Jeep’s new off-road electric scooter for adults unveiled today, showcasing partnership with Razor

Jeep has a new electric scooter known as the RX200 heading your way soon, expanding the brand’s presence on two wheels. But just like with Jeep’s electric bicycle project, it didn’t go it alone. This time the automaker teamed up with Razor to create Jeep’s first electric scooter model.

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First 10,000 Ford Pro E-Transit deliveries begin as Ford looks for ways to increase production in Kansas City

Ford today announced that the first deliveries of its E-Transit work van were beginning to the over 300 customers who already had more than 10,000 total orders placed. Ford said it “is now working on ways to increase E-Transit production.”

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Ford CEO says will reduce allocations to dealers charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on F-150 Lightning electric pickup

Ford CEO Jim Farley says that they are addressing the situation where dealers are charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on F-150 Lightning electric pickup and other vehicles.

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Quick Charge Podcast: February 7, 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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Tesla spotted working on new Cybertruck prototype, drone gets dangerously close

Tesla was spotted working on a new Cybertruck prototype at Fremont factory. While it’s nice to see more footage of the highly-anticipated new electric pickup truck, the footage makes us a bit uncomfortable with how close the drones get to the prototype and Tesla employees.

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The cheapest and most expensive countries to purchase a Tesla Model 3

A new study out of the UK has detailed the countries around the world where EVs are the cheapest and most expensive to purchase – in this particular case, a Tesla Model 3. While this particular data set pertains to one specific EV, it can offer a broader perspective on how the costs of EVs vary depending on which country you live in.

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Nissan to end gas engine development (but not really)

Nissan reportedly plans to end “most” gasoline engine development, becoming the first Japanese automaker to take this step, according to Nikkei Asia.

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