We are getting some critical new data on battery health from a large-scale study in Sweden, and it’s a massive blow to EV naysayers. Read more…
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The number of e-bikes with USB-C charging has now doubled – to two
The number of e-bikes that charge via USB-C just doubled. From one… to two. Read more…
Tesla driver avoids plane crash caught on video, fans falsely credit self-driving
Tesla fans celebrated what they claim was a Tesla vehicle on Full Self-Driving (FSD) that avoided a literal plane crashing into the road. Read more…
Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay day gets more ridiculous the more you look into it (upd.)
Tesla, a company that prides itself on not advertising, is in the midst of a serious marketing effort. In doing so it’s exploiting employees, attacking shareholders, and retaining outside strategy firms to help it advertise. Read more…
As Texas power demand surges, solar, wind and storage carry the load
Electricity demand is surging in Texas, and solar, wind, and battery storage are meeting it. Read more…
Podcast: TSLA earnings madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pauses F-150 Lightning, more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s earnings madness, Rivian layoffs, Ford pausing F-150 Lightning, and more. Read more…
Chevy Equinox EV and another Cadillac electric SUV recalled due to tire defect
GM is recalling nearly 23,000 Chevy Equinox EV and Cadillac Optiq models due to a defect where the tire tread could fall off. Read more…
Is this the Hyundai Santa Fe EV? Well, sort of [Video]
Hyundai’s midsize SUV is already due for a facelift, including a new design and electrified powertrain. It’s not a pure EV, but the new Hyundai Santa Fe will offer electric-only driving. Read more…
Aventon Aventure 3 smart all-terrain e-bikes get first discounts to $1,799, EcoFlow DELTA Pro at exclusive new $1,299 low, Anker, more
Closing out this week’s Green Deals is one of the highlights of Aventon’s Early Access to Black Friday deals, with the new Aventure 3 Smart All-Terrain e-bikes getting their first discounts to $1,799. Right behind those are an exclusive deal on the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Portable Power Station at a new $1,299 low, as well as Anker’s PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh/192Wh Power Station at $80. We also have Hiboy’s Halloween EV sale, a one-day-only Greenworks pressure washer bundle, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s returning low prices on the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus power station and bundles, the new and exclusive low on the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max and Solar Hat bundle, and more.. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia’s low-cost EVs are crushing it
Hyundai and Kia are betting big on lower-priced electric vehicles, and so far, it’s paying off. With more arriving soon, the South Korean auto giant is laying the groundwork for what’s shaping up to be a strong run. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck owners thought they were victim of vandals, turned out to be a defect
Some Tesla Cybertruck owners thought they were victims of vandalism, but it turned out that it was just a factory… Read more…
Batch eCB.3 launches as a comfy commuter e-bike with 28 mph top speed
There’s a new step-through commuter in town, and it’s packing more punch than you might expect. The just-launched Batch eCB.3 is built for everyday comfort but has the power to take your commute up a notch – literally, with pedal assist all the way up to 28 mph (45 km/h). Read more…
New Florida bill to require license for e-bikes, updates driver’s licensing test
A newly filed bill in Florida is aiming to change the way the Sunshine State regulates high-speed electric bicycles. If it passes, it could have significant implications for riders and retailers alike. Read more…
Lucid’s (LCID) luxury electric SUV is about to get much more affordable
Lucid Motors (LCID) just rolled out the first discounts on its new Gravity SUV. The limited-time offer shaves $3,000 off, but Lucid says an even more affordable version will be available soon. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: Rivian’s futuristic ALSO e-bike unveiled, 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 Rivian’s new ALSO e-bike, FLIT sells a pound of caviar with its new lightweight folding e-bike, Florida wants e-bike riders to get a license, and more. Read more…
Ford is halting F-150 Lightning production to focus on more profitable gas and hybrid trucks
Ford (F) has halted production of its electric pickup truck at the Rouge EV Center in Michigan following a fire at an aluminum supplier’s factory. The F-150 Lightning will remain on pause as Ford focuses on more profitable gas and hybrid F-Series trucks. Read more…
IONNA and Casey’s to bring more fast charging to the US Midwest
Charging network IONNA is partnering with Casey’s, one of the US’s largest convenience store and pizza chains, to bring DC fast charging to EV drivers across the Midwest. Read more…
Jeep recalls nearly 25,000 Wrangler 4xe PHEVs after vehicles bricked by OTA update
Stellantis issued a recall for nearly 25,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids after a software update left drivers stranded with bricked vehicles. Read more…
72% of IKEA Canada deliveries made by EVs, with ZERO extra cost to consumers
Swedish flat-pack furniture giant IKEA is proving the doubters wrong in the world’s second largest nation, delivering nearly three-fourths of its home deliveries by EV. Read more…
Rivian to lay off about 4% of staff to possibly lean down ahead of 2026 R2 launch [Update]
A report this morning detailed American EV automaker Rivian’s plans to lay off a portion of its current workforce as it tries to conserve cash while gearing up for the launch of its newest model, the R2, next year. Read more…
