A “UK-first” intercity battery trial train proved that single battery technology can outperform diesel engines cost-effectively. Read more…
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Save $400 on MOD’s new Easy SideCar Sahara e-bike, Heybike Ranger S e-bike $999, Hiboy 2024 P6 e-bike $940, more
It’s another day of Black Friday EV Green Deals, with MOD Bikes launching its vintage-inspired, limited-edition Easy SideCar Sahara e-bike as part of its ongoing sale for $3,499. Right behind it is another early Black Friday weekend sale from Heybike that has lowered costs on its Ranger S Folding e-bike to $999, among others. Next, we have Hiboy’s early access Black Friday deals that is seeing the 2024 P6 Fat-Tire e-bike hit a new $940 low. Closing out the week is a collection of EGO Power+ snow blowers and snow shovels that are marked down to help you prep for upcoming snowfall – all starting at $159. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Black Friday savings from Jackery, the exclusive EcoFlow solar generator bundle lows, and more. Read more…
Chinese solar giant Trina sells its Texas factory a week after it opens
Trina Solar is selling its Texas solar panel factory as the US scrutinizes Chinese companies cashing in on Inflation Reduction Act tax breaks. Read more…
Range Rover to launch smaller Velar electric SUV, the first to ride on JLR’s EMA platform
Jaguar Land Rover confirmed the first EV based on its new EMA platform will be here in less than two years. After the Range Rover Electric and Sport EVs, a smaller electric SUV, likely the Velar will hit the market. Read more…
Podcast: Trump victory’s impact on EV market, TSLA surges, new Ioniq 5, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss how Trump’s victory will impact the EV market, TSLA surging, the new Ioniq 5 being a great deal, and more. Read more…
Tesla launches Cybertruck leases stating at $999 to boost demand
Tesla has launched Cybertruck leases starting at $999 a month to boost demand for its electric pickup truck. Read more…
GM is retiring another gas-powered model to make room for the next-gen Chevy Bolt EV
GM is retiring another gas-powered car at its Kansas plant to clear room for the next-gen Chevy Bolt EV. The facility will soon house a new “family of Bolt models” as GM brings back the popular, low-cost EV. Read more…
Mercedes is offering dealers up to $3,000 for every EV sold
Mercedes is now paying dealers up to $3,000 for every EV they sell until the end of the year. As part of its new Q4 2024 EQ Sales Challenge, the company is giving dealers a good reason to move EVs off the lot. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) valuation surges to equal next 10 biggest automakers over Trump/Musk relationship
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) has surged to a $1 trillion valuation – seemingly over the assumption that the Trump and Musk relationship is going to benefit the automaker. Read more…
This vintage-themed electric bike and sidecar screams old-school style
What happens when you take perhaps the most popular sidecar electric bike in the US and combine it with vintage BMW motorcycle vibes? You get the new MOD Easy Sidecar Sahara, based on the iconic 1940s BMW R 75 Sahara. Read more…
It’s brutal out there: Audi to slash 4,500 jobs
Following the news of sweeping cuts at Volkswagen, Nissan, and Stellantis, now VW-owned Audi announced plans to slash its workforce by 15%, with thousands of jobs on the chopping block. Read more…
Hyundai’s upgraded 2025 IONIQ 5 starts at under $44,000 with more range and an NACS port
Hyundai officially announced prices and EPA range estimates for the new 2025 IONIQ 5. The upgraded IONIQ 5 is Hyundai’s first EV with an NACS port, so you can charge up at Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network. With more range, features, and trim options than ever, the electric SUV is an improvement in every way. Read more…
E1 shares season 2 electric boat racing calendar after Team Brady wins the inaugural championship
Young electric boat racing series E1 capped off its inaugural season last month with the first championship going to a team led by someone who knows how to win – Tom Brady. As we approach the new year, E1’s focus is on season 2, and it has shared the tentative racing calendar, which includes seven Grand Prix events scattered worldwide, including a race in the USA. Read more…
Bentley to launch its first EV – a sleek urban SUV – in 2026
Finally, Bentley says it has found the winning formula to giving an all-electric vehicle the Bentley stamp of approval. It’ll scream luxury and likely cost a bloody fortune.. Read more…
LG Energy Solution to provide Rivian 4695 cylindrical batteries produced in the US for the R2
Battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution just announced that its Arizona subsidiary has signed a long-term supply agreement with US automaker Rivian for 4695 cylindrical batteries. The cells will be produced at LG Energy Solution Arizona’s new standalone US facility beginning next year and will power Rivian’s upcoming R2 BEVs. Read more…
Used electric car deals are coming as lease returns expected to surge
We might start to get some great used electric car deals starting in 2026 as EV lease returns are expected to surge in a big way. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) hits a road bump in third-quarter earnings, but things are looking up from here
EV maker Rivian (RIVN) released its third-quarter financial earnings Thursday after the market closed. With fewer deliveries in the quarter, Rivian’s revenue missed expectations. However, the EV maker promises things are looking up from here. Here’s a breakdown of Rivian’s Q3 2024 financial earning. Read more…
IEA: Countries need to ramp up energy efficiency to hit 2030 target
Faster progress on energy efficiency is crucial if we’re going to meet the global 2030 goal, but a year after countries pledged at COP28 to double energy efficiency improvements by 2030, the International Energy Agency (IEA) says we’re still falling short. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) has funding for ‘well into 2026’ after Gravity SUV launch, record Q3
Lucid Motors (LCID) announced it has enough funding for “well into 2026” after releasing third-quarter earnings. After its third straight quarter of record deliveries, Rivian will begin building its first electric SUV, the Gravity, later this year. Read more…
Volvo EV owners can now charge at Tesla Superchargers
Volvo Cars is opening access to Tesla Superchargers in the US and Canada for its EVs, including its new EX90 flagship SUV. Read more…