
Prime Day has arrived and is ushering in a whole host of price cuts of the energy-efficient variety and beyond. On tap today is one of the more unique e-bikes on the market, which can really only be called an electric motorbike with how cool Hover-1’s just-released Altai Pro looks at its $620 off all-time low. Then there’s the popular RadRover 6 Plus which is now $700 off and joined by a series of other environmentally-conscious markdowns including Greenworks electric mowers. Just don’t forget about all of the best e-bike discounts around.. More…
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Closer look at the new Tern HSD cargo electric bike (and what makes it so strong)

Tern recently updated its midtier electric cargo bike, the Tern HSD. I recently had the chance to check out the bike along with Tern’s founder and team captain, Josh Hon, at Eurobike 2023, and here’s what I learned. More…
Mercedes-Benz EV sales grew over 600% last quarter in the US, reaching 15% total share

Mercedes-Benz USA released its second quarter 2023 sales results, indicating an over 600% jump in EV sales. Electric vehicles now account for 15% of overall Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicle sales in the US.. More…
Ford teases new high-performance ‘electric pony’ Mustang Mach-E [Video]

Ford is giving us a sneak peek of its new “electric pony” ahead of the model’s reveal at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed (FOS). In Ford’s latest video, you can see the new high-performance electric pony ready to rip past a Mustang Mach-E GT and tearing across a dirt track.. More…
Tesla leads large drop in used electric car value, Model 3 down 30%

Tesla is leading a large drop in used electric car value in the US – with Model 3 being down 30% over the last year. More…
China Ministry retracts pricing pledge for local automakers, citing anti-monopoly law

Mere days after gathering over a dozen automakers building EVs in China to commit to a non-binding pledge to avoid further price wars, China’s Association of Automobile Manufacturers, at the advisement of the country’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, has retracted the pledge after quickly catching flack promoting potential monopolization.. More…
Audi rumored to be shopping around China for its next platform to expedite EV development

After multiple development delays due to software issues internally and at parent company Volkswagen Group, Audi AG is reportedly exploring discussions in China to buy its next generation EV platform from another OEM, perhaps even a competitor overseas.. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: July 10, 2023

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. More…
5 ways to keep your EV running smoothly in the face of extreme heat

As an extreme heat wave continues across the southern US and threatens to spread north, here are five ways EV drivers can keep their cars running in the face of record-breaking high temperatures. More…
Video of new Tesla people-mover vehicle allegedly leaks

A video of what is alleged to be a new Tesla people-mover for the Boring Company has leaked. It could be the real deal. More…
First drive in the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV: Same same, but different, but still the same

Mercedes-AMG has officially launched its third EV model and first all-electric performance SUV with the EQE. I previously tested out the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV, so you know I had to take the AMG version out for a spin to see how it compares. Here are my thoughts.. More…
Automobili Pininfarina debuts Battista Edizione hyper GT dedicated to first F1 champ Nino Farina

Even as it continues its deliveries of its limited edition Battista hyper GT, Automobili Pininfarina is now expanding the variety (and exclusivity) of its all-electric hypercar model while continuing to honor its rich Italian history. During the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the hyper EV developer will unveil a new, ultraexclusive version of the Battista called the Edizione Nino Farina – named after a family member crowned the first-ever Formula 1 champion. More…
Best Prime Day 2023 deals: Electric tools, e-bikes, and more

Amazon has arrived, and the team at 9to5Toys will be working around the clock in order to bring you all of the best discounts over the next several days. Bigger than ever this year, as the savings branch out from just Amazon and over to other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target – all of which have launched their own savings events to compete. Below, you’ll find all of the best Prime Day 2023 deals across a range of categories, like tech, home goods, fashion, and more. More…
VanMoof ‘temporarily’ stops selling e-bikes in shock move, stoking rumors

VanMoof, one of the most recognizable electric bike brands in Europe, surprised the industry by pausing all orders for its e-bikes and accessories on the popular brand’s website. More…
This solar + battery storage shed can charge up your electric tools

Patio furniture company SunVilla and tech company Suntek have paired up to launch a solar + battery powered storage shed that can charge electric outdoor lawn equipment. More…
GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay: ‘There’s an infinite number of ways this could go bad’

Earlier this year, GM announced its boneheaded decision to ditch CarPlay in all of its future EVs, opting for a partnership with Google instead. The company has received an incredible amount of backlash since that announcement, and unsurprisingly, GM dealerships are also none too happy about the move. More…
Here are the top ten best-selling used EVs according to Carvana

Carvana released its top ten list of best-selling used EVs through the first half of 2023. Here’s a look at the top electric models sold on Carvana’s platform so far this year. More…
GM drops Cadillac Lyriq prices in China following VW’s ID.3 offer

General Motors is slashing the prices of its Cadillac Lyriq by almost 14% amid heightening competition in China’s EV market. The move comes days after Volkswagen introduced a “historical low price” offer on its ID.3 electric car. More…
Tesla Gigafactory Mexico could get final permits any day, gov. official says

Tesla Gigafactory Mexico is about to receive all of its final permits and move to the construction phase, according to the governor of Nuevo León, Samuel Alejandro García Sepúlveda. More…
I went to Sweden and experienced Gothenburg’s growing fleet of electric ferries

My journey in the electric mobility segment recently brought me to Gothenburg, Sweden – home to the Skansen Kronen, ZEEKR’s design center, and of course, Volvo. Sweden is one of the Scandinavian markets embracing electrification, and it couldn’t be more apparent in its public transit network. This includes 100% electric ferries, of which I got the chance to tour and go for a ride. More…

