Tesla’s Robotaxi service has been operating in Austin, since June and while the service has already delivered thousands of rides, there’s are some early testers who push the limits, trying to answer important questions. One such adventurer, Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Reviews, who decided to see what happens when the battery in an electric robotaxi, gets low and requires recharging. Typically robotaxi rides are point to point and with a growing, but relatively small service area, the longes...

The Bluetti Elite 100 V2 is the latest portable power station from the company, building on the success of other models. Launched last month, this second generation version trims down the weight and size while boosting key features like battery cycles and charging speed. The portable power space is becoming incredibly competitive and to stand out, the Elite 100 V2 really goes hard after portability and performance. The battery tips the scales at just 11.5kg, which somehow is 32% lighter than its...

DJI are most famous for their drones but have steadily been expanding their portfolio and now have a catalog of products in the energy space. Not content with just 1kW of portable battery storage, they now offer a stackable energy storage system known as the DJI Power 2000. The Power 2000 is a portable battery with 2048Wh of capacity, but here’s the really impressive bit, it can output that power at a rate of 3kW. This means it’s more than powerful enough to charge an electric car, or lot o...

It’s an exciting time for Aussies looking to supercharge their homes with solar battery storage, as new guidance and transitional arrangements have just dropped, promising to make the process smoother and more accessible. Whether you’re considering a brand-new system or looking to expand your existing setup, there’s plenty to get across. The latest updates aim to clarify how Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) work for solar batteries, effectively reducing the upfront cost. This mea...

The Australian Government’s new “Cheaper Home Batteries Program” is already proving to be exceptionally popular ahead of its official 1st of July launch. Reports are emerging of a massive surge in demand for home battery storage solutions, with installation times for popular models like the Tesla Powerwall 3 reportedly now stretching out as far as November. This unprecedented demand appears to be a direct result of the new federal initiative, which will offer a significant rebate of up to...

The Western Australian government is injecting A$50 million into a new program designed to bolster local battery manufacturing and deliver cost-of-living relief to households. Premier Roger Cook announced the initiative at Bibra Lake-based manufacturer Magellan Power, outlining a plan to strengthen the state’s clean energy transition. This new program aims to create local jobs and reduce household power bills by making battery storage more accessible. It’s a significant step towards the stat...