Beastly solar-electric multipurpose truck sets world altitude record

Looking to validate electric powertrain technology in the highest, most remote of settings, the Peak Evolution Team climbed the world’s highest active volcano into the record books this month. The team initially had an all-out vehicle altitude record in its sights but, after crossing paths with the Porsche team that snatched that record, the Peak team settled comfortably on an EV altitude record well over 6,000 m (19,685 ft). That’s a very impressive second place, especially…