How ‘flying boats’ are bringing EVs to the ocean — with the help of LeBron James and Tom Brady

Skimming across the water on thin hydrofoils, they look more like low-flying UFOs than boats.

But the E1 Series’ “RaceBirds” — single-seater electric powerboats with 6,000-volt engines that can reach speeds of up to 50 knots (58 miles per hour,…