Ford is betting on smaller electric cars as the future. Its “Skunkworks ” team is not so small, and now that the cat is out of the bag, we are learning more about Ford’s new affordable platform. Ford CEO Jim Farley compared its new low-cost EV platform to Rivian and Tesla. However, Farley suggested Ford’s could be even better and cheaper. Read more…
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Save $700 on Worx + Aventon Power Share e-bike, Jackery Explorer 600 Plus low, 1-day Worx TRIVAC discount, more
Closing out this week’s Green Deals is a surprise return of the joint Worx and Aventon Power Share e-bike that is now $700 off at a new $1,000 low. Coming in right alongside it is the Jackery Explorer 600 Plus Portable Power Station that has returned to its $399 low for the first time at Amazon, as well as a 1-day Best Buy discount on Worx’s handy 3-in-1 12A TRIVAC corded blower/vacuum/mulcher that is down at $65. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still active after during these post-Prime Day sales.. Read more…
Rivian tops the most satisfying US auto brands, but it doesn’t count
California-based EV maker Rivian (RIVN) was the most satisfying US auto brand, according to the 2024 JD Power US Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study. Although it had the highest rating, since Rivian didn’t meet the criteria, it was not officially ranked. Here’s why buyers love up-and-coming EV brand. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla, Ford, GM earnings, Rivian R2, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla, Ford, and GM earnings, Rivian R2, and more. Read more…
This Texas solar panel recycling plant is powered by secondhand panels
Solar panel recycling company SolarCycle is using secondhand solar panels to power its panel recycling plant in Texas. Read more…
Elon Musk signals reaching limit of Tesla’s HW3 despite self-driving promise
Elon Musk is signaling that Tesla is close to reaching its limit with its HW3 onboard self-driving computer despite having yet to deliver on its self-driving promise. Read more…
Toyota plots new EV battery plant to fend off incoming BYD, low-cost Chinese EVs
Toyota is planning to build a new EV battery plant on Japan’s “Silicon Island” to keep pace with BYD and other incoming Chinese electric car makers. The factory will strengthen Toyota’s EV supply chain while supplying batteries for its luxury Lexus brand. Read more…
EV newcomer Xiaomi completes speedy ramp up and expects to hit 100k production target early
The production momentum continues for Xiaomi Automobile, the new EV arm of Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi Inc. Today, the automaker shared it has completed a recently announced production ramp up of its flagship model and is on track to hit 100,000 builds this year… two months ahead of schedule. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: MOD Berlin e-bike, ELF bike-car is back, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bikes from MOD and Mooncool, how micromobility is having an interesting impact on the Paris Olympics, a review of the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, a potential return of the lovable ELF electric bike-car, and more. Read more…
Check out Kia’s sporty new EV3 GT-Line [Video]
It may be small, but Kia’s new EV3 GT-Line has a big presence on the road. Hyundai gave us a closer look at the sporty electric SUV driving on domestic highways. From the first look, the EV3 GT-Line appears nimble and quick. Check out the new video below. Read more…
Paris has the perfect solution for Olympic traffic, even if many people will hate it
In a perfectly Parisian solution to the expected influx of tourists for the Olympic games, and the resulting traffic, city officials have been hard at work. And the answer has proven to be getting half of those wheels off the road. Read more…
Elon Musk will ‘discuss’ Tesla investing $5 billion in his private AI company
Elon Musk says that he will ‘discuss’ Tesla investing $5 billion in xAI, his own private artificial intelligence company. Read more…
Lucid Motors to further localize supply chain under materials agreement with Graphite One
Lucid Motors and Graphite One have signed a new non-binding supply agreement that involves synthetic anode active materials. Through the agreement, the American automaker looks to cater its BEV supply chain to more locally sourced materials. Read more…
A much-needed solar cell factory is coming to the US
Canadian solar panel maker Heliene and India’s solar cell maker Premier Energies are joining forces to build a US solar cell factory. Read more…
Acura undercuts Cadillac Lyriq, Chevy Blazer EV after slashing ZDX rates
Which luxury electric SUV would you choose, the Acura ZDX or Cadillac Lyriq? After slashing financing rates, the Acura ZDX may be a better buy than the Cadillac Lyriq or Chevy Blazer EV. With up to $7,200 off a fully loaded ZDX, Acura looks to take a piece of the EV market. Read more…
Hyundai caught benchmarking Ford’s F-150 Lightning: Is an electric Kia pickup on the way?
Is an electric Hyundai or Kia pickup on the way? Ford’s F-150 Lightning was recently spotted with Korean test plates near Hyundai’s facility, fueling speculation that an EV pickup may be closer than expected. Read more…
Pre-order discount on MOD’s new Berlin 3 e-bike, Jackery SolarSaga 100 Prime $120 off, Greenworks 1-day discounts, more
Leading today’s pack of Green Deals is a new addition to MOD Bikes’ ongoing summer sale, the Berlin Step-Thru 3 e-bike that is now available for pre-order at $2,199. It is joined by Jackery’s SolarSaga 100 Prime Bifacial DIY Solar Panel that is down at its all-time low of $179, as well as a first-chance pre-order of the latest Solar Generator 1000 Roam Kit bundle. Bringing up the rear is a collection of discounted Greenworks lawncare tools, lead by the 1-day discount on the brand’s 80V 16-inch Cordless Electric Straight Shaft Grass Trimmer for $175. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, including the leftover Prime Day Green Deals that are slowly dwindling as the days go on and will likely dry up for good over the weekend. Read more…
The 2024 GMC Sierra EV’s lease price will give you sticker shock
Based on the latest incentive data, the 2024 GMC Sierra EV lease price costs nearly twice as much as GMC’s HUMMER EV. Read more…
Is Volvo backing down from its promise to go all-EV by 2030?
Volvo’s EV commitment is in question after CEO Jim Rowan’s recent comments. As one of the first automakers to announce plans for an all-electric lineup, Volvo was viewed as a first mover. Here’s why Volvo may be backing off its all-EV promise by 2030. Read more…
ChargePoint (CHPT) hits network milestone with 1 million charging ports available globally
EV charging network ChargePoint recently hit a key milestone in global expansion, reaching 1 million charging ports across North America and Europe. To date, these combined ports have delivered billions of miles to EV drivers around the world. Read more…