Author: CleanTechnica

Tesla Model 3 Performance vs. Rivian R1T — Odd But Fun Drag Race

We know that this is an odd combination — putting a luxury compact sedan against a pickup truck in a drag racing challenge. But nevertheless, it is interesting too — two quiet electric vehicles competing on a dragstrip against each other, and we get to explore Rivian’s potential. YouTuber Branden Flasch bought a Rivian R1T […]

Italian Minister “Opens Doors Wide” for Tesla, Musk

Tesla has expanded its manufacturing presence well beyond the U.S. at this point, now with Gigafactory locations in both China and Germany, along with those in its home market. And ahead of the automaker’s announcement of a new Gigafactory location, expected by the end of this year, one European country is encouraging the U.S. manufacturer […]

Norway BEVs Hit Record Volume in November – Tesla Model Y Leads

Plugin electric vehicles took 89.3% share of the auto market in Norway in November, down from 91.2% year on year. Full electrics (BEVs), however, grew their share YoY, from 73.8% to 81.6%. Plugin hybrids continued to tail off, dropping to 7.7% from 17.4% YoY. Overall auto volumes were 19,513 units, up almost 28% YoY. November’s […]

Why The Tesla Semi Exists, + Key Features (Video]

Elon Musk glanced up to a slide during the Tesla Semi reveal last night and announced, “It’s a beast.” He explained, “If you’re a truck driver and you want the most bad-ass rig on the road, this is it.” During the presentation, Musk also teased an especially cool feature that appears to be available for Cybertruck. […]

Can You Charge A Tesla Model 3 With A Petrol Generator?

I have just spent the morning with the technical staff at Glenco Air & Power, experimenting with their Westinghouse portable generators and my Tesla Model 3. No one got hurt. The car didn’t blow up. Curiosity was satisfied. We now know why my Tesla Model 3 would not accept an emergency top-up charge from a […]

Field Testing Printed Solar Panels

What is the best way to field test printed solar panels? After 20 years in development in the lab at the University of Newcastle, it was decided to invite Stuart McBain to drive 18,000 km around the coast of Australia for 3 months and really put them to the test. Stuart was the obvious choice […]

Tesla Owners’ Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide (Video)

After purchasing a Tesla, it transforms into a trusted friend — perhaps even a cherished member of your family. At this time of year, it’s not unusual to buy presents for your friends and family. Naughty or nice, why not put your Tesla on Santa’s list? It turns out that Alex Guberman, a Tesla owner […]