Nissan has announced a new electrification plan intending to bring the company into the electric age with four new concepts, $17 billion in investment over five years (including solid state batteries), and 15 fully electric models by 2030. More…

There are hundreds of models of electric bikes to choose from in the North American market across a vast price range. That can make it confusing to find the right one for you. While fancier, higher-priced e-bikes offer more features and longer-lasting parts, many riders prefer to get started with a more budget-friendly option. After testing countless e-bikes on both the higher and lower-priced end of the market, we’ve compiled the best of the budget-friendly options this year. More…

Kawasaki may not be leading the pack when it comes to electric motorcycle innovation, but recent plans at least indicate that the company won’t be the last major motorcycle manufacturer to embrace the future of electric transportation. More…

Elon Musk stayed true to his word and told Tesla employees not to worry as much about delivering as many cars as possible during this end-of-quarter delivery wave and instead focus on cost. More…

Southern California electric bicycle manufacturer Luna Cycle has just released its latest high power, high performance electric bicycle. But don’t get your hopes up for throwing a leg over a Luna X2 anytime soon; the popular e-bike sold out almost immediately upon its unveiling. More…

Expect the unexpected. Just when you thought I couldn’t find anything weirder for my Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column, a gem like this rises to the surface. This week we’re blowing past all the funny cars and odd-shaped boats for something truly unique: A treadmill that you can ride to the coffee shop. More…

Tesla has started using a new AMD chip in new Model Y vehicles in China after also moving to AMD in the new Model S. More…

This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla’s new ultimatum to people delaying orders, Tesla’s Full Self-Driving 10.5 update, Mercedes-Benz EQB pricing, and more. More…

Whether you’re on the go for business or leisure, or camping in the woods, mountains, or your own backyard, a dependable and versatile power station is a must. Available from Nov. 25th-29th at a price of just $159.99, the Explorer 240 from Jackery is a light, compact, and multi-functional power station that offers entry-level portable power or additional energy storage for seasoned travelers. Head below for more on the Explorer 240, and some of other favorite deals from Jackery’s Black Friday sale. More…

Australia has the world’s highest uptake of rooftop solar, but it also has a huge dependency on coal. And the country just threw open the door to another clean energy source: offshore wind. On Thursday, its Parliament passed a law that establishes a regulatory framework for offshore wind power. More…

Tesla has withdrawn an application for over $1 billion in subsidies for battery production at Gigafactory Berlin. More…

Spoiler alert: There isn’t much out there compared to previous years. Actually, I did find something – a bona fide ad that really said “Black Friday” on it, from a California dealer we track monthly – but the one and only Nissan LEAF was scooped up shortly after including it on our Electric Vehicle Best Lease Guide. Coincidence? Perhaps. Fortunately for those that have to buy or lease a car ASAP, there are still a handful of electric vehicle deals that are worth considering in this logistically challenged, chip-starved economy that hopefully hasn’t become our new norm.. More…

Juiced Bikes unveiled it latest electric bicycle model, the RipRacer, earlier this month. The new e-bike model uses a compact frame and smaller diameter 20″ fat tires to create a space-conscious layout that easily fits in cars and elevators. The RipRacer, which starts at $1,399, still offers high performance for anyone looking for a peppy ride. More…

Tesla has indicated that it plans to invest almost $200 million to expand Gigafactory Shanghai and hire 4,000 more people. More…

From our friends at 9to5Toys, we’ve rounded up the best electric bike deals for Black Friday 2021. Head below for the skinny. More…

A Tesla Model S Plaid has become the first Tesla vehicle to hit an eight-second quarter-mile. More…

I’ve enjoyed testing Jackery’s portable power stations for use in all sorts of off-grid power applications. Having spent some time with the Jackery Explorer 300, I can already tell you that this pint-sized battery offers all the utility of Jackery’s larger units, but in a more affordable and compact device.. More…

Perhaps it is simply part of man’s basic DNA, to take any form of mobility and supercharge it for extreme thrills. That’s one explanation for how we got here today, checking out Helbiz’s ridiculously fast 62 mph (100 km/h) standing electric scooters. More…

NIO has officially made a deal with the devil Shell Group. The companies recently announced a strategic cooperation agreement that includes the rolling out of co-branded battery swap stations and EV fast chargers throughout China and Europe, beginning next year. More…

Mercedes-Benz teased its upcoming hyper-efficient electric car with over 1,000 km (620 miles) of range with a new picture. More…