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It was recently revealed in U.S. government filings made public that the Tesla Cybertruck was sought out by the Air Force for munitions training and testing, and the reason why the vehicle was specifically chosen will shock you. Last night, we reported that the U.S. Air Force was looking to buy a fleet of 33 total vehicles for its Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)’s Standoff Precision Guided Munition (SOPGM) training and tests. Documents filed showed that two Cybertrucks were requested. While many of these cars are used for simple target practice and are intended to be disposed, the Cybertruck seems to…
EV charging is everywhere now, and it’s reliable, accessible, and affordable. There thousands of public chargers are already out there – and, in some places, you’ll find more plugs than pumps. But if you don’t drive electric, you’d never know it. That’s because gas stations don’t just exist, they announce themselves with giant, illuminated signs that can be seen for miles, while EV chargers tend to just sort of sit, nestled away in the back of the parking lot. That’s why the new EV Totem from Blink Charging is such a big deal. It doesn’t just charge your car, it…
If you’re a regular electric vehicle driver, chances are you’ve driven past public fast-charging stations without even realizing that they’re there. Compared to gas stations, charging hubs are less visible from afar, even though charge point operators are now making the newer stations more distinctive and visible. Over in Europe, a young French company is rethinking that problem and proving that charging stations can be practical, noticeable from afar and, erm… kinda sexy. Charge point operator Electra was only founded in 2021. In just a few years, it has built a network of more than 500 stations across Western Europe,…
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s upcoming FSD update, Ford’s Universal EV platform, the new Acura NSX, and more. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your…
Data from Recurrent shows that EV drivers use just a small fraction of their EV’s EPA range. On average, EV drivers use 12.6% of their car’s range, the firm found. It means that switching to an EV may be easier and cheaper than most people think. I don’t want to tell anybody how to live their lives. But sometimes, the data is hard to ignore. Even as consumers demand electric cars that can go 250, 300 or even 400 miles between charging sessions, research shows that they can usually make do with far less. Recurrent, a firm that tracks range…
A 2017 LaFerrari Aperta was offered for sale at RM Sotheby’s Monterey auction recently. The winning bid was $6.1 million, which, after adding all the fees, comes to $6.7 million! As you are aware, the LaFerrari Aperta is rare and more sought after compared to the coupe. Only 210 examples were built, and prices have skyrocketed over the years. This US-spec LaFerrari Aperta is chassis no. 232856 and has less than 2,300 miles on the clock. It is finished in Nero Daytona with Rosso pinstripes. It rides on gloss black wheels with red brake calipers. The interior is lined in…
Help on When to Pull the Plug on Old Iron This article may contain affiliate links. At some point, every car owner faces the same question: is it worth fixing, or is it time to let it go? Older vehicles often start showing their age with repair bills that seem to grow each month. Whether it’s a failing transmission, constant electrical problems or never-ending rust issues, your once-reliable ride might now be draining your wallet. Knowing when to cut your losses can help you avoid spending more than the car is worth. If you’re ready to move on, one option…
Tesla has pushed a crazy new incentive package, known as the “Luxe Package,” on the flagship Model S and Model X, along with a $10,000 price increase on each trim level. The move aims to likely bolster margins for the company on the two cars while also giving those who choose to buy the Tesla lineup mainstays a variety of awesome advantages, including Free Supercharging, Full Self-Driving, and other add-ons. Tesla is offering a crazy Supercharging incentive on its two ‘sentimental’ vehicles Last night, Tesla launched the “Luxe Package” for the Model S and Model X, which includes the following…
In a move that helps the brand duck protectionist anti-Chinese tariffs, Volvo Cars has switched production of its award-winning EX30 models destined for US roads from its Zhangjiakou plant in China to the Ghent facility in Belgium. Volvo EX30 production began in the company’s Ghent factory back in April, but those first cars were earmarked for the Swedish domestic and European export markets, but that move wasn’t primarily motivated by avoiding tariffs. As Electrive reports, the company seemed happy enough to continue importing its small electric crossover from China and accepting the new 28.8% tariffs (up from 10%), but the…
The 1960s Ferrari 250 GTOs are already regarded as among the most valuable and coveted collectable classic cars in the world. Now, a special one-of-a-kind version of the car is about to head to auction, in the form of the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Bianco Speciale. The chassis 3729GT Ferrari 250 GTO is one of just 36 units built between 1962 and 1964. However, what makes it stand out is that it is the only example to ever leave the factory finished in a white paint scheme. Apart from the one-off white livery, the chassis 3729GT also has an impressive…