Super changes to Supercharger network, EV sales set to spike in Q4, and more

Quick Charge

On today's exciting episode of Quick Charge, Tesla is making significant updates to its Supercharger network as it welcomes new makes and models to the service. Meanwhile, analysts are expecting a big EV market spike ahead of the new year.

We've also got a more efficient charge port heating system, a major offshore wind program that's backing down in the face of a Donald Trump presidency, and big news about the state of solar and wind in America's energy mix.

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• Tesla adds longer cables and more to Superchargers as non-Tesla EVs complicate things
• Tesla adds direct charge port defrosting option just in time for winter
• Last call on amazing BLUETTI 72-hour Black Friday Flash Deals – save up to 60% on top sellers
• Total ‘pauses’ New York offshore wind project after Trump win
• EV sales are set to surge as buyers rush to claim discounts that may disappear in 2025
• Huffy upgrades Green Machine for electric age as $600 adult drift trike
• Renewables powered 24% of US electricity in first 3 quarters of 2024

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