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Noon Energy proves 100+ hour battery for clean energy storage

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 10:53am on Electrek

With data centers projected to consume as much as 12% of total US electricity by 2028, Noon Energy says it has hit a key milestone: successfully operating a scaled-up, ultra-long-duration energy storage system for thousands of hours, capable of delivering clean power continuously for more than 100 hours at a time.

Watch Hyundai’s electric sports car take off like an absolute animal, fake shifting and all

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 10:00am on Electrek

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N will go on sale in the US and Europe soon, but we are already getting a look at it in action.

Introducing Electrek Forums: A new hub for the EV and green energy community

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 9:54am on Electrek

We are excited to announce a major addition to the site today: the launch of Electrek Forums.

FERC: US utility-scale solar capacity overtook wind in 2025 – a first

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 9:12am on Electrek

Solar continues to dominate new capacity additions and has held the lead among all energy sources for 26 consecutive months. As a result, installed utility-scale solar capacity now exceeds wind capacity for the first time, according to data released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign.

Tesla patents ‘clever math trick’ for HW3, but nothing points to delivering promised self-driving

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 8:47am on Electrek

Tesla has published a new patent that describes a way to squeeze more performance out of its aging HW3 self-driving computers. While the technology is interesting, nothing points to it actually enabling Tesla to deliver on its long-standing promise of unsupervised self-driving on HW3 vehicles.

In 2016, Tesla announced that all vehicles produced thereafter would become capable of “Full Self-Driving” — at one point, CEO Elon Musk even specified “level 5 self-driving,” which means capable of driving anywhere, anytime, under any condition.

We are approaching a decade since that promise, and it’s nowhere close to being fulfilled.

In fact, it looks like Tesla is doing everything it can to not fulfill its promise to HW3 owners.

Genesis emerges as a dark horse in the luxury EV space as even bigger plans unfold

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 7:17am on Electrek

Over the past ten years, Genesis’ sales have grown “faster than any luxury marque in history,” according to Hyundai’s CEO. With several new vehicles launching in new segments, Genesis plans to become more than just a luxury brand over the next decade.

MSI EV Life NACS or J1772 NEMA 14-50 level 2 chargers $425, EcoFlow DELTA 3 Max $749 flash offer, Mammotion robot mower, more

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 7:00am on Electrek

Leading today’s Green Deals is the new MSI EV Life NEMA 14-50 Level 2 EV Chargers, with options for a NACS or J1772 connector – both being down at $425 right now. Right behind it, we have EcoFlow’s latest winter flash sale, which ends tonight and is cutting up to 62% off four units, one being the DELTA 3 Max Portable Power Station back at $749. There’s also Mammotion’s YUKA 2000 Robot Lawn Mower at $1,349, rechargeable AAA batteries for your home, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX Winter Sale with up to 65% discounts, and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals 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.

Volvo reveals its big new EX60 SUV, alongside a special off-road surprise

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 5:30am on Electrek

Volvo has revealed the full look and specs of its upcoming EX60, fitting into the upper-middle segment of its electric product line, made with new megacasting technology and with class-leading range and charging performance.

Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the best bang for your buck for an EV?

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 5:19am on Electrek

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the most popular EVs for its affordable price, long range capabilities, and modern tech. Is it the best bang for your buck when it comes to an EV?

Tesla quietly cuts 1,700 jobs at Gigafactory Berlin despite denying it

Published: Jan 21nd 2026 3:49am on Electrek

A new report confirms that Tesla has reduced its workforce at Gigafactory Berlin by roughly 1,700 employees over the last year. The cuts come despite the plant manager repeatedly denying any staff reductions were taking place.