In September, the Tesla Cybertruck average transaction price (ATP) rose to $116,706, the highest point since launch, according to Kelley Blue Book data released today.. Read more…
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XPeng (XPEV) unveils P7+ sedan as ‘world’s first AI car,’ initial deliveries to begin in November
XPeng Motors has officially unveiled its new P7+ BEV sedan, the first of its lineup to ditch LiDAR sensors in favor of pure vision cameras, similar to Tesla. XPeng is hailing the P7+ as the “world’s first AI car,” which utilizes the technology across several features within the sedan. Read more…
First discount on new Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 bundle $1,599, ALLPOWERS Prime sale continues with 48% off power stations, more
Amazon’s fall Prime Day event has officially ended, but that doesn’t mean the savings have stopped with it. Leading today’s Green Deals is Jackery’s latest Halloween Sale which is extending select discounts from its Prime Day sale, and even offering the first discount on its new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station bundled with two 200W solar panels for $1,599. ALLPOWERS’ own Prime Big Deals Day sale will be continuing as well, with its R1500 Portable Power Station getting a bundle with a B1000 expansion battery and a 200W solar panel for a $1,099 low. There’s also a one-day sale on the Greenworks GW1900 Electric Pressure Washer that drops it back to its lowest tracked price, as well as AeroGarden’s Harvest Indoor Hydroponic System coming along with an herb seed pod kit that is keeping its Prime Day pricing in the meantime. You’ll find our Hangover Prime Big Deal Days hub at the bottom of the page, which has a significant amount of leftover deals that are still lingering and worth a look before they’re gone.. Read more…
Boliden set to trial battery electric surface drill rig concept from Sandvik
Hard rock mining equipment manufacturer Sandvik is working with Swedish mining company Boliden AB to test and develop a new, battery electric surface drill rig concept at Boliden’s Kevitsa mine. Read more…
BMW surges past European rivals as EV sales top 100,000 in Q3
BMW’s electric vehicles are “winning over customers worldwide,” with sales rising by double-digits in the third quarter. With over 100,000 EVs sold over the last three months, BMW is taking market share from European rivals. Read more…
Ultra-affordable EV sub-brand codenamed ‘Firefly’ to launch at NIO Day 2024 on December 21
Chinese EV automaker NIO has been teasing its third marque, codenamed “Firefly,” for quite some time now. Recently, executives at NIO have confirmed when it will officially launch the new ultra-affordable sub-brand and pull the sheet of its flagship model – NIO Day 2024. Read more…
GM sold more EVs and hybrids than gas cars for the first time in China
In a significant milestone, GM officially sold more EVs and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models in China than gas-powered cars for the first time. GM’s electrified models (EVs and PHEVs) accounted for 53% of sales in the third quarter as the company fights for a position in China’s intensifying auto market. Read more…
This sovereign tribal nation’s school district just got electric school buses
Minnesota’s only public school district located within a sovereign tribal nation has added two new electric school buses to its fleet.. Read more…
Check out BLUETTI’s unmissable Fall Prime Day deals this October
Fall is here, and so is Amazon’s Prime Day on October 8-9 – your chance to snag up to 50% off BLUETTI’s portable power solutions! Exclusive Electrek reader discounts are up for grabs, but just like Halloween candy, they’re gone by October 31. Don’t miss out! Keep reading for all the details. Read more…
BYD wants to sell 100,000 EVs in Mexico next year as its North American presence expands
China’s leading electric vehicle maker, BYD, is expanding its North American footprint. Next year, it plans to sell 100,000 EVs in Mexico. BYD will also announce its first manufacturing plant in the region by the end of 2024. Read more…
Ford offers Ram drivers up to $2,000 off to switch to the F-150 Lightning pickup
Ford wants to draw in buyers from rival brands. Its latest target is pickup truck drivers, specifically Ram owners. Ford is offering Ram owners up to $2,000 off if they switch to its F-150 Lightning. Read more…
Robotaxi rumors, a Tesla van, FSD data calls, and leave Texas solar alone
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, rumors about a new Tesla van join the hype surrounding the Robotaxi reveal, and full self driving might be coming to the Tesla Semi. What’s more, Tesla is bringing back 0% financing on new Model Ys … if you buy FSD, that is. Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi rumors: butterfly doors, two seats, robovan, and more
Several rumors about Tesla’s Robotaxi/Cybercab are emerging ahead of the event tomorrow.. Read more…
Fiat 500e and Subaru Solterra now cost less than $300/month to lease
Fiat cut the cost of its 2024 500e lease deal by 35% compared to last month, while Subaru trimmed $50/month from its long-standing zero-down lease deal on the 2024 Solterra Premium. Both EVs now boast average monthly lease costs that undercut nearly every new vehicle lease on the US market, electric or otherwise. Read more…
Segway robot mowers from $799, flagship Jackery power station bundle at new $1,999 low, LG smart all-in-one washer/dryer, more
It’s the second day of Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Day event and we’ve got another batch of notable Green Deals, starting with Segway’s Navimow Robot Lawn Mowers that are back at their lowest prices starting from $799. Jackery is taking up to 50% off its power stations for another day – with the flagship Explorer 3000 Pro power station bundled with two 220W solar panels hitting a new $1,999 low – plus, it and others are eligible to receive free on-the-go power stations and more with your purchase. From there, we have LG’s smart all-in-one electric washer/ventless dryer that is $1,000 off, as well as Bluetti’s Prime Day sales that have dropped the AC180 Portable Power Station down to a new $459 low. Finally, we have a bunch of EGO Power+ deals that you can take advantage of while the savings last. You’ll find our Prime Big Deal Days hub taking the spotlight down at the bottom of the page once again, curating everything together as we find them for your one-stop shopping pleasure. We’re updating the hub as fast as we can, so be sure to check back in regularly throughout the day. Read more…
Texans want its lawmakers to stop messing with its solar growth
The majority of Texans think there’s too much bureaucracy slowing down new solar projects, and they want lawmakers to step out of the way. Read more…
ZEEKR expands EU presence by launching in Norway, beginning with two EV models
Tariffs be damned, Chinese EV brand ZEEKR continues to expand its global presence by sharing plans to launch in another European market – Norway. The initial rollout will consist of two of ZEEKR’s flagship models, which will become available to Norwegian customers very soon. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) goes back to 0% financing but forces you to buy ‘Full Self-Driving
Tesla (TSLA) is already back to offering a big incentive in the US even though we are only in the second week of the new quarter, but there’s a catch. Read more…
Airspeeder teases a new modular solar-powered vertiport with 360 views of eVTOL ‘flying car’ races
Nascent eVTOL “flying car” racing league Airspeeder has announced a collaboration with renowned architecture firm HOK to introduce the “SkyDeck,” described as the world’s first modular race vertiport. This solar-powered hub will offer fans 360-degree views of the eVTOLs racing through the air, bringing a new level of immersion to motorsports. Read more…
eBay announces ban on private sales of electric bicycles
In a confusing announcement, eBay has unveiled new plans to ban the sale of electric bicycles by certain users on its platform in the UK. However, the criteria for eligibility and plan specifics both remain unclear. Read more…
