Autonomous technology developer Zoox is continuing its expansion of driverless robotaxi rides across two new cities in the US. This week, the company announced plans to start testing in Miami, Florida, and Austin, Texas, as it looks to begin commercial ride-hailing operations in the cities it’s already established in. Read more…
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Ford is revealing a new electric sports crossover next week, here’s what to expect
Ford will unveil a new all-electric “sports crossover” next week. The new Ford EV crossover will be built on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, following the Electric Explorer. Here’s what to expect from the new model. Read more…
Rad Power EV discounts, MOD BIKES summer sale, Anker SOLIX C800 Plus power station back at all-time low, more
We’ve got two big sales leading today’s Green Deals, with a crowd favorite power solution bringing up the rear. First is the latest flash sale from Rad Power Bikes that is taking up to $400 off four select e-bike models, with the biggest saving opportunity in the bunch being the RadRover 6 Plus High-Step e-bike at $1,199. It is joined by MOD BIKES’ summer sale that has taken up to $1,000 off its offered models, with the Berlin 2 Commuter e-bike taking the reigns at $1,499. Then there is the popular Anker SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station that has returned to its $499 low after a month at much higher rates. And be sure to also check our links at the bottom of the page for our Father’s Day electric tool gift guide, as well as some Best Buy one-day deals on Greenworks tools. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
BYD calls out the US and Europe for being ‘afraid’ of Chinese EVs
Is the West afraid of Chinese electric cars? According to BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu, there are many examples of politicians who are worried about low-cost Chinese EVs, hinting at the US and Europe. Read more…
China’s electric farm trucks are very different than ours. I went there to see how
When I recently took a trip to China to see the world of electric micromobility, I was greeted with a wide range of personal electric vehicles. From e-bikes to e-scooters and even e-dirt bikes, I saw it all. But one of the most interesting examples, and clearly the most divergent from our own vehicles in the West, was what I saw while touring Wuzheng’s electric three-wheeler factory. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck unveiled as imposing police vehicle
Tesla tuner Unplugged Performance has unveiled its new Cybertruck police vehicle under its new Upfit division. Read more…
Porsche Cayenne EV caught testing hints at larger, bolder big brother to the Macan
A new all-electric Porsche is on its way. The Porsche Cayenne EV was caught testing in the Alps ahead of its official debut. From the first look, the new Porsche Cayenne EV looks almost identical to the new Macan EV. You can see the new electric SUV racing uphill, towing trailer a trailer, and ripping around corners during testing. Check out the video below to see for yourself. Read more…
Big Bus Tours adds 40 electric sightseeing buses to its fleet
Global open-top tour bus operator Big Bus Tours has added 40 electric sightseeing buses to its fleet in time for the summer holiday season. Read more…
Kandi America launches three new low-cost electric go-karts for off-roading
Kandi America, best known for its range of electric golf carts and eUTVs, has just unveiled three new electric go-karts designed for off-roading fun. Read more…
Germany set a new renewable power generation record in Q1
In a record-breaking start to 2024, renewable energy supplied 58.4% of all electricity generated in Germany during Q1 – the highest percentage since tracking began in 2018. Read more…
Chevy Blazer EV lease prices drop to nearly the same as the gas-powered models
If you’re looking to go electric, the new all-electric Chevy Blazer is tempting. With new incentives, Chevy Blazer EV lease prices can be just $10 more than the gas-powered model per month. Read more…
Jeep targets Tesla, Rivian R1 gets BIG upgrades, Fisker in trouble, and big solar
Jeep and Volkswagen are taking aim at the Tesla Model Y, Rivian announced a raft of upgrades for its more powerful, more affordable R1S and R1T electric trucks, NIO is down, Fisker is nearly out, and solar power is taking off in traditionally red states. All this and more on today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
Lectric eBikes summer sale, more ways to save on Rachio smart sprinkler controllers, Greenworks pressure washers, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is the summer sale from Lectric eBikes that is taking up to $727 off e-bike bundles, lead by America’s third best-selling EV, the XP 3.0 e-bike starting at $999. It is joined by a wider-than-before array of Rachio’s sprinkler controllers, hose timers, and bundle options starting from $99, as well as the Greenworks 1,700 PSI Upright Hand-Carry Electric Pressure Washer for a new $105 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
Kia EV4 spotted for the first time revealing the stylish new low-cost EV [Video]
If you thought the new EV3 was cool, Kia’s new electric sedan takes it to a new level. The Kia EV4 was spotted for the first time, revealing the sleek new entry-level electric sedan. From the first look, the EV4 looks very close to the concept shown last year. See for yourself in the video below. Read more…
The VW ID.4 lease price is now the same as the Tesla Model Y
If you’re looking to lease an EV, there’s a great deal to be had on the 2024 VW ID.4 – Volkswagen cut lease pricing by almost $100 a month.. Read more…
Jeep takes aim at Tesla with its first electric SUV, new Wrangler-like EV coming soon
After launching its first global EV, the Wagoneer S, last week, Jeep believes it can compete with the best, including Tesla. With another Wrangler-like EV launching soon, the rugged SUV brand expects to steal “mainly Tesla” drivers, but they are not the only ones.. Read more…
NIO stock slides after Q1 results despite expected surge in Q2 EV deliveries
One of China’s brightest electric vehicle startups, NIO (NIO), reported a wider-than-expected Q1 loss. Although NIO expects EV deliveries to more than double in Q2, its stock continues sliding. Read more…
Volvo Penta and MOL team up on new, 4WD electric RoRo trucks
Volvo Penta has teamed up with the port equipment experts at MOL to develop a forward-looking, 4×4 electric RoRo at the Port of Ghent. It’s news exciting enough to make this reporter ask: what is a RoRo truck. Read more…
CATL still dominates the EV battery market share in 2024, but BYD is gaining ground
As global EV battery consumption continues rising, the most prominent players, including CATL and BYD, continue dominating the market in 2024. CATL still owns over a third of the market, but BYD looks to close the gap with new lower-priced EVs. Read more…
New 80 MPH military electric bicycle unveiled as e-bike maker opens defense division
Los Angeles-based electric bike brand Hi-Power Cycles has announced the opening of a new “defense division” known as HPC Defense. To kick things off, they’ve unveiled an 80 mph (130 km/h) military electric bike as one of the division’s first products. Read more…