LIND is combining the artistry of crafting surfboards with modern electric drivetrains
A young marine electric mobility specialist called LIND is delivering a fresh take on watersports by combining the art of surfboard design with sustainability. LIND’s flagship electric surfboard, called Canvas, has hit the market and is the first of what LIND promises to be a series of “game-changing boards.”
LIND was founded in 2021 with the goal of addressing the gap of riders who either have water but no tide or are too busy to get out and ride when those waves are their easiest. The result is a new electric surfboard that not only gives people the freedom to ride wherever and whenever they want but also pays tribute to traditional surfboard craftsmanship.
That begins with the LIND Canvas, an electric surfboard its makers describe as a micro marine vessel that prioritizes performance while still embodying the look and feel of surf pieces celebrated in the community. This “future classic” electric surfboard comes in two sizes and everything you need to get out on your local lake or marina to start cruising around and turning some heads; check it out.
LIND is bringing added style to electric surfboards
LIND has recently begun accepting preorders for its Canvas electric surfboard, a new design rooted in the company’s mix of Swedish and Californian heritage. LIND’s four years of development have come to fruition in the Canvas, which it describes as “a new way to play.”
The core of this new electric surfboard is the Canvas’ state-of-the-art electric drivetrain technology, sleekly hidden within its underside. The system contains a waterjet that can generate 20 kW of power (nearly 30 hp/3.1 kWh), delivering riders speeds of up to 37 mph (60 km/h). That jet can empty a full bathtub in under 2 seconds (We probably wouldn’t recommend trying that, though, so you’ll have to take LIND’s word for it).
LIND also states that the Canvas arrives as one of the world’s most energy-dense electric vehicles at nearly one hp/kg—twice that of a Tesla Model S or a Formula 1 racecar. The electric surfboard’s swappable battery pack can deliver up to 45 minutes of ride time and recharge in one hour (230-240V) and two hours on a standard 120V plug.
Customers will notice, however, that the Canvas is significantly heavier than a standard surfboard due to its battery and drivetrain, which, combined with the board itself, weigh 74 pounds (33 kg) in total. Simply looking at the Canvas surfboard, especially from the top, it’s hard to notice that it’s electric because LIND made an extra effort to deliver a piece that embodies the look and feel of high-end handcrafted boards that have long been a staple in the traditional surf segment. The company’s co-founder Alex Lind elaborated:
Our approach to product design has been to start from the outside in: to start with a surfboard –something organic, natural and that we all truly respect –and to find a way to seamlessly integrate the boundary-pushing technology required. Our brand vision, on the other hand, is to peel back the layers of what makes surf so attractive and apply those qualities to LIND: the craftsmanship of board shaping and deep connection between a surfer and their board, the ease of ownership, the youthfulness the sport inspires and the artistry of storytelling and filmmaking.
The Canvas electric surfboard is available in two sizes: a shortboard (6’3″ x 20 ⅘” x 5 7/10″, 66 liters) and a mid-length board (6’9″ x 23 ½” x 5 7/10″, 88 liters). Both feature the same drivetrain technology that is controlled using a fine-tuned wireless handheld remote. The result is variety in its initial lineup that gives riders the choice between sharp agressive turns or casual cruising on the water. Per LIND:
In shaping and designing the boards, the common goal among LIND’s team of surfboard shapers, industrial designers and electro-mechanical engineers was to create a board that is an extension of oneself. One that lets the surfer’s eyes lead the way, responding to their movements naturally and facilitating a state of presence and flow, enabling them to focus on the simple beauty of each turn, their surroundings and that very moment.
As previously stated, the LIND Canvas electric surfboard is available for pre-order now with a $2,500 deposit and starts at $24,950 (excl. VAT). Each package, shortboard or mid-length, includes the board, drivetrain, remote, charger, board bag, fins, and more. You can see it in action in LIND’s launch video below:
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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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