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Tesla Cybertruck braves substantial rainfall and standing water amid massive storms

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A Tesla Cybertruck was seen braving it out in substantial rainfall and standing water amid massive storms moving through the Southeastern United States. Winds of up to 80 MPH were also reported. As a result, Tesla equipped the Cybertruck with Wade Mode, a feature that aims to protect the battery pack by pressurizing it.

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Tesla launches Powerwall and home energy demos

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Tesla has launched a new demo for its home energy products, showing how the use of its Powerwall works used in tandem with the electrical grid and solar panels. The demo can be accessed directly from within the Tesla app, showing the interface that customers can use to monitor their home energy storage, Powerwall and more.

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Aventon Pace 500.3 e-bike hits $1,099 (Save $700), electric water heater at $270, more

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It comes joined by the Camplux 18kW Tankless Electric Water Heater at $270 that hasn’t seen a discount in many months. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories. and requires two 40A breakers, saving you “up to 60% on your water-heating costs” for your home. Aventon’s Pace 500.3

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Exclusive deal takes $670 off Force eTrail e-bike, Eve HomeKit water controller $113, more

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It is joined by the Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller that has HomeKit and Thread support for $113 , as well as AeroGarden’s Harvest Elite Indoor Hydroponic Garden System at $98. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.

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Musk unveils Tesla Semi; 500-mile range at highway speed with 80,000 lbs GVW; next-gen Roadster appears

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Emphasizing “BAMF” performance, Tesla CEO Elon Musk introduced the Tesla Semi in an evening event. coefficient of drag (supported by intelligent flaps that support a range of trailers), will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 5 seconds, charge up a 5% grade at 65 mph, and deliver 500 miles of range, Musk said.

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NTSB issues preliminary report on fatal Tesla crash in Mountain View

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ard issued its preliminary report in the investigation of the fatal crash of a Tesla on US Highway 101 in Mountain View, California on 23 March 2018. Southbound view of US Highway 101 depicting the Tesla, Audi and Mazda vehicles at their final rest locations following the crash. The speed limit for the roadway is 65 mph.

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Green Deals: Hover-1’s Blackhawk electric scooter goes nearly 19 MPH at a low of $450, more

Electrek

MPH for upwards of 26 miles before it’s time to recharge. Plus, since it’s IP54 water-resistant, you can even ride it in the rain without worrying about damage. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best Tesla accessories. With a 350W brushless motor, it can propel you at up to 18.6

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