The all-electric Range Rover is almost here. Although the brand admits it’s been challenging, Range Rover’s first EV will be a “true Range Rover” with unrivaled capability and luxury as reservations top 42,000. Read more…
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Acura slashes nearly $30K off 2024 ZDX models, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y by a mile
Acura wants its share of the US electric vehicle market. After introducing a massive new incentive, the 2024 Acura ZDX is cheaper to lease than the Tesla Model Y. With a nearly $30,000 discount, is Acura’s luxury electric SUV worth it. Read more…
Fat Murf e-bike $1,000 off, Lectric’s Labor Day e-bike sale with up to $727 off bundles, GoTrax G6 e-scooter low, more
It’s another issue of micromobility solutions in today’s Green Deals, lead by Murf E-Bikes dropping its best-selling Fat Murf Cruiser e-bike by an unexpected $1,000 to a new $1,995 low, along with other models in the lineup seeing price cuts. It is joined by Lectric’s Labor Day savings event that has changed up prices on its e-bike bundles through the upcoming holiday, with its XPeak Off-Road e-bikes once again getting an extra battery offer among its $727 in free gear. We’ve also got GoTrax’s G6 Commute Electric Scooter hitting a new $500 low as well, but it only lasts through the rest of the day. There’s some Labor Day discounts on a selection of Traeger electric grills and smokers, as well as a new low price on Goal Zero’s Yeti 1000X Portable Power Station – plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, like yesterday’s $1,242 discount on Hover-1’s class 3 Altai Pro R750 e-bike that comes decked out in accessories and the new low price on Hiboy’s 2024 P7 Commuter e-bike too.. Read more…
Porsche launches limited Taycan Turbo K-Edition, but you can’t have it
Porsche unveiled the exclusive Taycan Turbo K-Edition on Friday to celebrate its 10th year in Korea. The limited edition Porsche stands apart with unique exterior and interior elements inspired by Korean culture. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: New Heybike and Jackrabbit e-bikes, Tom Cruise electric Olympics, 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 launches from Heybike and Jackrabbit, a new pair of e-motorcycles from Can-Am, a discussion of e-bike charging costs, Clip’s e-bike kit, and more. Read more…
BYD surges past Honda and Nissan’s sales for the first time, targets Ford with low-cost EVs
China’s leading EV maker, BYD, sold more vehicles than Honda and Nissan for the first time in the second quarter. BYD is now the world’s seventh-largest automaker. With low-cost EVs hitting key global markets, BYD is quickly catching up to Ford. Read more…
A Tesla Semi is spotted in Europe, but why?
A Tesla Semi has been spotted in Europe around Germany, but it’s not clear why since the vehicle is unavailable in the region. Read more…
Heybike Hauler launched as ‘most capable cargo e-bike to date’
As if there weren’t already enough cargo electric bikes on the market to keep your head spinning faster than a set of 20″ wheels, budget-brand Heybike has just launched its own long-tailed entry. Meet the Heybike Hauler. Read more…
This new solar tech protects panels from hail – here’s how it works
Terrasmart is rolling out a new stow feature for its single-axis tracker that can protect solar panels from destructive hailstorms.. Read more…
Volvo will unleash two electric SUVs to revamp EV sales in the US
Volvo expects a momentum shift in the US, with two new electric SUVs hitting the market. Volvo will launch its three-row EX90, followed by the smaller, more affordable EX30. Can Volvo’s new electric SUVs help revamp EV sales in the US? The brand expects big results. Here’s why. Read more…
This wacky-looking $499 e-bike conversion kit is raising $10M
We’ve seen a lot of electric bike conversion kits over the years, but none are quite as interesting-looking as the Clip kit. And now the company isn’t just standing out on the street, it’s also standing up and raising a $10M Series A funding round to expand its operations. Read more…
German auto lobby recommends ending all fossil fuel sales by 2045
The main lobby group of the German automobile industry has recommended that all fossil fuel sales should be ended in Germany by 2045, but it’s still advocating for less-efficient e-fuels over rapid electrification. Read more…
Aptera receives bodies in carbon delivery, multiple production intent solar EV builds to follow
According to a recent post from Aptera Motors co-CEO Steve Fambro, the solar EV startup has received a delivery of bodies in carbon (BinCs) from Italy. According to Fambro, the BinCs will be cleaned up and soon become Aptera’s next three production-intent solar EV builds. Read more…
Ford scraps its three-row electric SUV, opening the door for these rivals to dominate
While Ford is canceling plans to launch its three-row electric SUV, overseas brands like Kia, Hyundai, and Volvo are looking to take advantage. By scrapping its larger SUV, Ford opened the door for rivals to take control of the segment. Read more…
Love’s is deploying a lot of EV charging stations across the US
Love’s Travel Stops is rolling out EV charging stations all over the US, thanks to it being one of the top NEVI grant fund recipients. Read more…
Hyundai’s new Casper EV starts at $23,000 in Korea, but is the low price worth it?
The new Hyundai Casper EV has a sticker price of just $23,000 (31.5 million won) in Korea. After government incentives, Hyundai’s compact electric SUV can be bought for as little as $17,000 (23 million won). Is the low price tag worth it. Read more…
Tesla quietly gives up on Cybertruck’s no-resale clause
Tesla has quietly given up on the Cybertruck’s no-resale clause as the automaker catches up with the demand. Read more…
Hiboy 2024 P7 class 3 e-bike at $900 low, Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bikes from $1,758, 50% off CCS to Tesla adapter today only, more
Today’s Green Deals are all about getting up to go – whether that’s on an e-bike or in an EV. Leading the group today is Hiboy’s 2024 P7 Commuter e-bike that has dropped to a new $900 low in the brand’s latest sale. It is joined by the popular Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bikes that come decked out in plenty of accessories starting from $1,758, as well as a one-day 50% discount on Rexing’s CCS to Tesla EV Charger Adapter for models S, 3, X, and Y to its $100 low. There’s also the early-bird discounts on Vanpowers’ new GrandTeton All-Terrain e-bikes, a chance to save $100 on the security-minded Hover-1 Ace R350 Pro e-scooter – plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, like yesterday’s Rad Power Labor Day sale kickoff that has two e-bikes down at $999 with a free extra battery offer on another, and more. Read more…
Xiaomi eyes global expansion, including Europe, to become a top five automaker someday
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has recently shared some interesting tidbits with the media, offering a more precise timeline for the tech giant’s automotive arm’s launch of its tri-motor SU7 Ultra. Additionally, the billionaire CEO spoke about Xiaomi Automobile’s willingness to lose money upfront to expand its portfolio to markets in Europe and become a top-five automaker in the world. Read more…
Hyundai’s rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT spotted with E-Terrain mode [Images]
A new off-road version of Hyundai’s top-selling IONIQ 5 is officially out for testing. Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 XRT was spotted with rugged new design elements and features. A sticker attached to the vehicle confirms that the off-road-focused EV will include Hyundai’s E-Terrain tech. Read more…
