The Electrek review: Luna’s Talaria xXx – super, fun eMoto that defies categories
The Luna Talaria xXx blew our minds when it was announced earlier this year at an introductory price of $3000 shipped – and we hope you got in on that when we exclusively reported it. That price has gone up slightly to $3550 ($3250+$300) shipped, but it still represents an amazing deal on an incredibly well-built electric motorcycle, but where does this thing really fit in? Let’s find out…
You might want to get a bib because these Talaria xXx specs are drool-worthy:
- Motor: 6kW peak, 3kW nominal. 95% efficient quiet EPM motor
- Battery ~2.4kWh, 40ah (38.4 nominal) 60 volt battery. 21700 LG cells
- Battery charger: 120VAC input, 67.2V max output (60V nominal), 10amp charge rate.
- 4 piston hydraulic brakes on giant 220mm brake rotors front and back
- 125lbs total weight or 57 kgs
- 17 inch Super Moto wheels – 70/90-17 front tire on a 1.6” wide rim 90/80-17 front tire on a 2.15” wide rim
- LENGTH: 1840mm
- WIDTH: 770mm
- HEIGHT: 1070mm
- SEAT HEIGHT 810mm
- MINIMUM GROUND DISTANCE: 300mm
- WHEELBASE: 1235mm
- MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT: 250LBS
Talaria xXx – Out of the Box
Luna has procured a special Matte black version of the Talaria xXx with. The Talaria is available internationally with two battery options and a bunch of other configurations as well. Luna’s is a great spec (see above) and still comes in at 125 lbs. Somehow even with that huge battery and huge motor, it is in the ballpark weight of some of the beefier fat tire ebikes we’ve tested. Lifting this into the back of a truck isn’t easy, but it also isn’t impossible for one person to do. I wouldn’t expect to take this up a flight of stairs on a regular basis, however.
The shipping container was a wood micro-pallet on the bottom and wrapped with a Talaria labelled cardboard frame. Impressively, it was delivered by FedEx without a scratch. I think Luna’s staging helps here.
It took about 30 mins for my son and I to put on the front wheel, handlebars, the pegs, and to connect cables. If you’ve ever put together a typical e-bike from a box, this is the same. Luna recommends you check the torque on all of the bolts. Ours were all tight.
One thing that makes a huge difference here: Talaria uses a motorcycle chain, not a bike chain. While it makes a lot more noise while riding, especially with the mostly silent motor that will regen, I’m not worried about all of the torque melting the sprockets.
Talaria xXx’s little brown wire
I’m fully aware that a lot of Luna’s customers plan on cutting the brown wire, but Luna tells you not to, lest it will make the bike illegal. I’m not sure if there is a “wink wink, nudge nudge” in there, but we have to take Luna at its word that it wants to sell a bike that stays under 30 mph (20 mph in eco mode) and is legal to be sold in the US; even if it is sold with enduro road tires rather than off road tires like it’s Talaria Sting big bro. Off road wheels/tires are available for a very reasonable $400 extra or as a $150 option.
For me, 30 mph is fine and I did want to let my 15 year old son try it, though Luna’s site does say that you should be at least 16 years old to ride this bike. At under 30 mph this is mostly legal as a Class 3 e-bike in New York State with the Kaniwaba pedal kit (seen below).
Of course this looks like a light motorcycle so understand that you will likely get pulled over if that’s not something your local law enforcement is okay with. I’ve been riding it under 30 mph in my municipality for a month without incident, but mileage will certainly vary here. I wouldn’t take this to New York City for instance.
Incidentally, I know someone who cut the brown wire and basically has a whole new type of bike. It goes 50 mph on gravel and absolutely rips. I understand the temptation, but I’m keeping mine legal – for now, anyway. It is nice to know that in the future or when it is time to sell or laws change that there is a 50 mph rocket hiding in this 30 mph e-motor/bike.
A more realistic future for this bike may be homologating it either as a moped or motorcycle and getting plates. Some owners have had luck getting DMVs to recognize these bikes like the one below found on Facebook. Obviously, a 50 mph moped is going to turn some heads. It will also probably need a turn signal kit at the very least.
Electrek’s Take
Look, I understand that many people are going to mod this bike to go a lot faster than it is sold and for them, this is a great package and super freakin’ fun. But illegal.
But I got this bike to use as Luna is selling it, like a Class 3 pedal e-bike, with lots of acceleration.
For that, it is a great package. We live in a very hilly area, and its 4 levels of “Luna-tuned” regeneration is fantastic for not using the amazing 4-piston, 220mm brakes and also pumping some energy back into that battery.
As for range, this thing is off the hook. Because it is set to 30 mph and I often travel a lot slower, I can exceed the 50 miles that Luna says it can get. I’d estimate about 65 miles which is enough to get me to New York City and back and will be great for many commutes.
At 6-feet tall the 31.5-inch height initially seems a little small, but I’ve had riders up to 6’5 on here without issue. After 50 miles the seat hurts a bit, but for shorter trips it is super comfortable.
I haven’t taken this off-road but on gravel and dirt roads, this really flies. The off the line acceleration is faster than any e-bike I’ve tried, and it even beats Sur Rons and other light motorcycles. Also for hill climbing, it loses almost no speed going up steep hills.
What’s really impressive are the components here. I’ve talked about the brakes, the motor, and the chain/sprockets, but that same quality is everywhere on this bike; even the charger is 10 amps which will take this from totally empty to full in under four hours.
If there is one downside (besides legality), I would have like to see a bigger display. I need glasses to read the left handle mounted tiny display and about the only thing I can read while driving without glasses is the speed. I’d love to see a bigger, center-mounted display option here in the future.
Bit small potatoes here. The Talaria xXx is a phenomenal and super fun e-bike, even before it is tampered with.
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Amazon is adding over 200 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric semi trucks to its fleet later this year – its largest-ever order of electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs).
Amazon’s new electric semi trucks
These electric trucks will handle high-mileage routes across the UK and Germany, moving trailers between Amazon’s fulfillment centers, sorting centers, and delivery stations.
The new eHGVs are expected to transport more than 350 million packages annually once fully operational.
Amazon is installing 360kW charging stations at key sites capable of powering the 40-tonne trucks from 20-80% in just over an hour. The company is also working with stakeholders to establish external charging locations to support longer routes.
The eActros 600 is Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ flagship electric long-hauler, with a battery capacity of more than 600 kWh and a range of 310 miles (500 km). Production of the eActros 600s recently began at Mercedes-Benz’s factory in Wörth, Germany.
Sustainable delivery across Europe
In the UK, Amazon has begun using the electric rail network for package transport at scale. It’s also rolling out on-foot delivery options in London, with associates using carts that can be restocked from nearby vans. In Germany, Amazon doubled its fleet of Rivian electric delivery vans to over 600, and electric cargo bikes delivered more than 1.5 million packages in Berlin alone last year.
By the end of 2024, Amazon plans to expand its micromobility hubs – locations supporting deliveries by foot and cargo bike – to Germany’s five largest cities and beyond. Across Europe, the company is investing more than €1 billion to further electrify and decarbonize its transportation network.
Amazon’s European network already includes 38 eHGVs, with 50 electric semis recently deployed in California. The company’s fleet of electric delivery vans in Europe has grown to over 3,000 and is expected to surpass 10,000 by the end of 2025. Micromobility hubs have also expanded from 20 cities in 2022 to more than 45 by the end of 2024, including new additions in Belfast, Madrid, Rome, and Vienna.
Electrek’s Take
Amazon says its latest electric semi truck order aligns with The Climate Pledge it announced in 2019, in which the company committed to achieving net zero across its operations by 2040. While The Climate Pledge initiative has garnered praise, it has also faced criticism and skepticism regarding its effectiveness and transparency.
In 2020, Amazon faced allegations of retaliating against employees who spoke out about the company’s environmental policies. The National Labor Relations Board found that Amazon had illegally fired workers who advocated for climate action and better safety measures.
Amazon is also donating $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural fund. Trump is a climate change denier who actively opposes renewables, and not just in the US. Earlier this month Trump demanded that the British government open up the North Sea to fossil fuel drilling and get rid of “windmills.”
Read more: It begins: Mercedes eActros 600 electric semi truck enters production
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If you thought the current GV60 looked pretty inside, wait until you see the updated model. Genesis unveiled the new GV60 earlier this month, its first major redesign since launching in 2021. Here’s our first look at the interior of the new Genesis GV60.
Genesis GV60 interior gets an upgrade in the new model
Genesis launched the GV60 in October 2021 as its first dedicated EV. Less than four years later, the luxury electric SUV is already getting a new look.
The luxury brand unveiled the new GV60 last week for the first time. One of the biggest updates is to the front end.
Although the GV60 is already a sporty-looking EV, the redesigned front bumper with a new 3-D shape takes it up another level. Then, add the signature Genesis Two Line headlamps with Micro Lens Array (MLA) tech, and the refreshed GV60 is a head turner.
The revamped model now features 21″ wheels with a new five-spoke design, complementing its wide, low stance.
Inside, the upgraded GV60 features its new 27″ connected car Integrated Cockpit (ccIC) infotainment system. The design “eliminates the bezel” between the driver display and infotainment screens.
The new Genesis GV60 interior also gains a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel for an even more sporty feel while you’re in the cockpit. Other popular features from the outgoing model, like the Crystal Sphere shift-by-wire system, are still included.
After revealing the updated model for the first time last week, we are already getting a look at the redesigned interior.
A new video from Korea’s HealerTV gives us our first look at the Genesis GV60 interior in a new blue color. Although the reporter initially thought it was a performance model, he noted it was just a new color option. Other added design elements, like the large quilting pattern on the side panels, give it that Bentley or Rolls-Royce feel.
Last week, HealerTV posted a video revealing the first look at the updated Genesis GV60 exterior design. You can see the redesigned front and rear bumpers add to the GV60’s already impressive look.
In the US, the 2025 Genesis GV60 starts at $52,350. A new AWD trim was introduced this year, starting at $55,850.
The current mode gets up to 294 miles driving range, but a bigger battery is expected to push that number closer to 300 miles in the 2025MY. It’s expected to feature the same 84 kWh battery as the updated 2025 IONIQ 5, which provides up to 318 miles range. That’s up from 303 miles in the previous model with a 77.4 kWh battery.
| 2025 Genesis GV60 trim | Range (EPA-est) |
Starting Price* |
| Standard RWD | 294 miles | $52,350 |
| Standard AWD | 264 miles | $55,850 |
| Advanced AWD | 248 miles | $60,900 |
| Performance AWD | 235 miles | $69,900 |
Genesis will launch the updated GV60 in Korea in the first quarter of the year, with overseas markets following shortly after. Check back for more info, including prices and specs, closer to launch.
What do you think about the new GV60 design? Do you like the changes? What would you change? Let us know in the comments below.
Ready to check out the electric luxury SUV for yourself? With the 2025 models here, Genesis is offering clearance prices on the 2024 lineup while they are still in stock. You can use our link to find offers on 2024 and 2025 Genesis GV60 models at a dealer near you today.
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