Tesla is calling for more energy installers to be certified on its products as the company winds down its own solar installations. Read more…
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EAST OAK 21-inch smokeless fire pit at new $146 low, Rare Electric Bike Co. and Lectric price cuts, Bluetti units 47% off, more
Today’s Green Deals are full of new lows, rare opportunities, and short-term deals alike, with EAST OAK’s 21-inch Smokeless Fire Pit hitting a new $146 low ahead of outdoor autumn gatherings. We have two exciting and rare EV deals too, with Electric Bike Company taking up to $500 off seven e-bike bundles that start from $1,899, along with bonus promotional options too, while Lectric’s XPeak Off-Road e-bikes are receiving a $100 price cut for the rest of the month to its pre-tariff $1,299 low. There’s also Bluetti’s short-term Power Week Sale that is taking up to 47% off power stations and bundles, as well as a one-day sale on Anker’s 53L EverFrost Dual-Zone Portable Electric Cooler 50. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EVOLV Terra Electric Scooter discount, the pre-Prime Day sale from Jackery, and more.. Read more…
Ford exec says most drivers don’t realize the major perks of EVs like charging at home
Ford’s Marin Gjaja explained that most drivers don’t realize the major perks of driving an EV. Not only is it more efficient, but it also offers extra benefits like skipping the lines at the gas station with the ability to charge at home. Read more…
XPeng launches a new variant of its X9 MPV complete with two LiDARs and XNGP capabilities
XPeng Motors has just launched a new advanced version of its X9 MPV, featuring LiDAR, XNGP ADAS, and 610km of all-electric range. This long-range variant is now on sale in China, and XPeng is offering a limited-time discount for customers who buy early. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) sees higher expectations from Wall Street ahead of delivery results
Tesla (TSLA) is going to have to deliver as Wall Street is raising expectations in vehicle deliveries for the electric automaker ahead of the results coming next week. Read more…
BYD rolls 9 millionth NEV off its assembly lines with 1 million built in last 3 months alone
Yes, you read that correctly. Nine million new energy vehicles (NEVs) built. Chinese automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) continues to gain momentum as a globally recognized brand, having built three million NEVs in the past three months, bringing its cumulative total to nine million. Read more…
Rare earth element recycler Cyclic Materials to expand after $53M Series B funding round
A Canadian company called Cyclic Materials is working to create a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) using advanced recycling processes. The company just secured $53 million via a Series B equity round to accelerate its global expansion and recycling infrastructure. Read more…
Tripling renewables globally by 2030 is doable, says new IEA report
A new International Energy Agency (IEA) report roadmaps how it’s feasible to triple renewables and double energy efficiency globally by 2030 “with the right enabling conditions.”. Read more…
Bollinger production starts, Fred calls FSD dangerous, and Model Y goes for the gold
On today’s energizing episode of Quick Charge, Fred Lambert takes the latest Tesla Full Self Driving software for a spin in Quebec, Model Y sales threaten to take the top spot on the US sales charts, and we interview Bollinger Motor’s chief revenue officer, Jim Connelly. Read more…
Rivian R1S now available for rent in the UK ahead of planned overseas expansion
Rivian’s electric SUV is headed overseas. The Rivian R1S electric SUV is now available to rent in the UK. Although Rivian does not sell vehicles in Europe (not yet, anyway), the brand already has a growing presence overseas. Read more…
Kia is recalling 12,400 EV9 SUVs over faulty remote parking assist that may not stop
Kia issued a recall for 12,400 EV9 models due to a software glitch that could cause the remote smart parking feature to fail to stop as intended. Read more…
You can score $14,000 off the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 with a new lease cash incentive
With a new lease cash incentive in September, Hyundai offers up to $14,000 in savings on the 2024 IONIQ 5. With leases starting under $199 a month, the IONIQ 5 is one of the most affordable electric cars in the US. Perhaps even more important, it has a range of over 300 miles and can fast charge in 18 minutes. Read more…
Rare EVOLV Terra e-scooter discount to $1,079, Save $3,300 on 6,128Wh Jackery bundle ahead of Prime Day, Hiboy, more
Leading today’s Green Deals is a rare chance at savings on EVOLV’s full-suspension Terra Electric Scooter at a new $1,079 low. Right behind it is Jackery’s pre-Prime Day sale that has cut 50% off its Explorer 2,000 Plus Portable Power Station which comes bundled with two extra batteries and two 200W solar panels for a new $3,299 low, among others. We also spotted some more budget-friendly e-mobility solutions in the form of Hiboy’s S2R Plus e-scooter with regenerative braking back at its $400 low, while Hoverfly’s H3/Nephele Foldable e-bike is down during its fleeting sale at $425. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s multiple discounts on the new EcoFlow DELTA 3 Portable Power Station and its bundles, as well as Lectric’s tailgating e-bike flash sale, and more. Read more…
Best lease-to-own EV deals
Still think that buying a new car is always much cheaper than leasing if you’re playing for keeps? Not true, particularly when it comes to electric vehicles. We found that current factory lease offers on 22 different EV models dispel that myth with terms that pass the entire commercial clean vehicle Federal tax credit to the lessee, enabling the lessee to eventually own the vehicle for thousands of dollars less than paying cash upfront or taking out a loan. Read more…
It begins: Bollinger B4 medium duty EV enters series production
This week marks the birth of a new American OEM as Bollinger Motors’ B4 medium duty electric truck begins series production and customer-ready vehicles roll off the line. Read more…
REE kicks off US production of its P7 electric trucks with Roush as its contract manufacturer
Fresh off of news of a global manufacturing agreement that includes a new investment of tens of millions of dollars, REE Automotive has kicked off plans for US production this year with the help of contract manufacturer Roush Industries. Read more…
Jeep’s Wrangler-inspired Recon EV spotted for the first time in transit
With deliveries of its first all-electric SUV in the US right around the corner, Jeep’s second EV is almost ready for its official debut. The upcoming Recon EV, inspired by the legendary Wrangler, was spotted in transit for the first time. At first, the electric SUV looks a bit like a Ford Bronco Sport or a Toyota Land Cruiser. Read more…
Tesla Full Self-Driving v12.5 first impression: more natural but still dangerous
I finally got a chance to test out Tesla Full Self-Driving (supervised) v12.5 myself, and my first impression is that the system drives more naturally, but it is still dangerous. Read more…
Sublue Vapor electric seascooter review: Silently cruises above and below the water
I’ve always enjoyed electric watersports devices, and have a long history with everything from electric surfboards to electric boats. But it’s the category of electric sea scooters that likely offers the most accessiblity to the average person, providing fast and fun water excitement without the larger upfront cost and complexity of larger vessels. The Sublue Vapor is the latest in a string of electric sea scooters I’ve tested over the years, and it’s the fanciest one yet. Read more…
New low-cost electric cargo bike promises 200+ mile range and fast charging
Which would you rather have, a fast-charging e-bike or one with 217 miles (350 km) of range? With the new Engwe LE20 electric cargo bike, apparently you can have both. Read more…
