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Tesla Cybertruck recalled eighth time, exterior body panels can fall off

Over a year after it went on sale, the Tesla Cybertruck is still presenting issues that require recalls. A recall of 46,096 electric pickup trucks announced Tuesday deals with their stainless steel exteriors. The cant rail, one of the exterior trim pieces, can fall off, according to the NHTSA. That can pose a hazard to other … Continue reading “Tesla Cybertruck recalled eighth time, exterior body panels can fall off”

How Germany outfitted half a million balconies with solar panels

Despite the hype, most users concede that balcony solar provides modest cost and energy savings. Weyland spent around $530 for his 600-watt-capacity system. While he’s happy with how his south-facing panels perform during balmy weather, such days are rare in northern Germany. He estimates that he’ll save around $100 in annual electricity costs and recoup his … Continue reading “How Germany outfitted half a million balconies with solar panels”