Dual-motor Apollo Rover launched as ‘future of urban mobility’
Canadian electric scooter maker Apollo says its new Rover, just launched today, is the “future of urban mobility.” And considering the company is known for making innovative models that have helped push the industry into that future, it may be worth a second look.
The new Apollo Rover maybe be the company’s latest entry-level scooter, but it’s far from simple. The two-wheeler is described as a “groundbreaking addition to the Apollo scooter lineup [that] is set to redefine urban mobility, offering an unparalleled combination of power, performance, and cutting-edge features.”
The urban electric scooter features a pair of hub motors giving it all-wheel-drive performance. The dual motors, each rated at 350W, help keep the weight balanced while still increasing the scooter’s total power. Those dual motors also provide stronger regenerative braking, which can be varied in strength through the use of a second throttle lever on the left handlebar. According to the company, the regenerative braking can help add as much as 10% more range to the ride.
The company lists the top speed as 43 km/h (27 mph). A 36V and 15Ah battery offers 540Wh of energy storage and provides a range per charge of 50 km (31 miles) on Eco mode. The scooter’s weight pegs it at a reasonably portable 20 kg (44 lb).
As is common with Apollo’s existing electric scooter lineup, the Apollo Rover will feature self-healing 9″ tubeless tires that are designed to reduce the chance of a puncture leaving you stranded on your way to school or work.
A basic display adorns the handlebars, though Apollo also includes a Quad Lock mount so that riders can use their phones with the Apollo app for a much more advanced display. According to the company, riders can use the Apollo app to “effortlessly navigate to their destinations, track their trips, receive real-time range estimates, and fine-tune regenerative braking and acceleration settings.”
For safety, Apollo included turn signals mounted on either end of the handlebars. The higher mounting point helps make them more visible for cars and other road users.
The Apollo Rover will begin taking pre-orders next month on September 6 ahead of a Spring 2024 delivery estimate. The price is projected to land at US $1,199.
Electrek’s Take
I’ve had the chance to test several of Apollo’s electric scooters in the past, including their most recent flagship model, the Apollo Pro.
The company has made a concerted effort to avoid traditional, off the shelf components and instead produce as much of its scooters from an innovative design approach.
While that method proved risky for e-bike company VanMoof, it seems to be working well for Apollo so far. Their scooters are high performance rides that have proven to be well made workhorses.
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Germany is about to become home to Europe’s largest battery storage system – a massive 1 gigawatt (GW) / 4 gigawatt-hour (GWh) project in Jänschwalde, Brandenburg.
LEAG Clean Power GmbH and Fluence Energy GmbH, a subsidiary of US-based Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC), are teaming up to build the “GigaBattery Jänschwalde 1000.” The four-hour system will use Fluence’s Smartstack technology, its latest large-scale energy storage solution.
Once complete, Europe’s largest battery storage project will play a key role in stabilizing Germany’s grid and storing renewable power for when the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing. It’s designed to deliver essential grid services, support energy trading, and boost energy security as the country phases out fossil fuels.
LEAG’s broader “GigawattFactory” plan combines solar and wind farms with flexible power plants and large-scale batteries across Germany’s Lusatian energy region. “By constructing gigascale storage facilities, we’re addressing one of the biggest challenges of the energy transition: ensuring constant power regardless of the availability of renewable energies,” said Adi Roesch, CEO of the LEAG Group.
Fluence CEO Julian Nebreda described the project as a “milestone for the energy future of Germany and Europe,” adding that it demonstrates how collaboration and cutting-edge technology can “transform the foundation of our economy and our everyday lives.”
The German government recently reaffirmed the importance of storage in building a secure and affordable clean power system. With this 4 GWh giant, LEAG and Fluence are implementing that priority in one of Europe’s most coal-heavy regions.
Read more: Battery boom: 5.6 GW of US energy storage added in Q2
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The GV90 will be the brand’s largest, most luxurious SUV yet. With its official debut coming up, a production version of the Genesis GV90 was spotted in public for the first time, offering a closer look at the stunning SUV.
The Genesis GV90 is a stunning flagship SUV
Genesis vehicles already have a unique design that’s hard to miss. The big Creste Grille, Two-Line Quad Lamps, and smooth character lines offer a refined, luxurious look, but Genesis is planning to take it to the next level with the GV90.
The GV90 is an “ultra-luxe, state-of-the-art SUV,” according to Genesis. It will be the luxury brand’s new flagship vehicle and first full-size electric SUV.
We got our first look at the flagship SUV last March after Genesis unveiled the Neolun concept at the New York Auto Show.
The GV90 has been spotted out in public several times now, even flashing high-end features like coach doors and adaptive air suspension, but now, we are finally getting our first look at the production version in real life.
A new video from HealerTV shows the production version of the Genesis GV90 in action. Although it’s still covered in camo, you can see a few slight design changes from the concept shown last year.
The headlights and grille appear closer in design to its current vehicles, but other than that, the GV90 looks essentially the same up front as the Neolun concept.
Since it’s still covered, it’s hard to see where the headlights are connected at this point. From the side and rear, the GV90 looks identical to the concept.
Genesis has yet to announce an official launch date, but the GV90 could debut by the end of the year with sales expected to kick off in mid-2026.
The flagship SUV is rumoured to be the first vehicle to debut on Hyundai’s new eM platform, which it claims will “provide 50% improvement in driving range” compared to its current EVs. It will also serve as a tech beacon, featuring Hyundai’s most advanced connectivity and safety tech.
We will learn official prices and final specs soon, but one thing is for sure: it won’t be cheap. The Genesis GV90 is expected to start at around $100,000, but higher trims could cost significantly more with added features and options.
Genesis is also introducing its first hybrid, the GV80, next year, followed by its first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) based on the GV70. The EREV is expected to launch in late 2026 or early 2027. There’s also an off-road SUV in the works, which will likely arrive as a 2027 model.
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