We’ve got new and returning lows in our Green Deals today, starting with Heybike’s early Easter flash savings that are seeing up to $500 in discounts (and bonus free gear) across its e-bike lineup, including the latest ALPHA All-Terrain e-bike hitting a new $1,499 low. Right behind it is Hiboy’s Spring Sale offers that are taking up to 50% off e-scooters and e-bikes alike, like the new S2 SE Electric Scooter returning to its $300 low. Lastly, AeroGarden has a collection of its indoor hydroponic systems getting some big price cuts, led by the 6-pod Harvest 2.0 falling to a new $35 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s massive Anker SOLIX Easter Sale lineup, the switched around Lectric April sale offers, and more.. Read more…
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Belfast’s Artemis Technologies Secures Major US Deal to Electrify Passenger Ferries
We recently had the chance to take an up-close look at the 100% electric EF-12 Escape. The passenger hydrofoil ferry is one of the many vessels the UK-based company designed, and we might be seeing more of them in the near future as the company expands into the US. Read more…
Emporia launches its ‘Pro’ Level 2 home EV charger that alleviates need for costly panel upgrades
Veteran energy management specialist Emporia Energy has launched its latest home EV charger called the “Pro,” complete with built-in load management and charging speeds 9x faster than a standard outlet. Read more…
Kia’s first electric sedan is almost here, but plenty more EVs are on the way
That Kia EV sedan we’ve been waiting for is almost here. Kia also confirmed it will launch a midsize pickup in North America. Next week, three new Kia vehicles, including the EV4, its first electric sedan, will debut at the New York International Auto Show. Here’s what to expect. Read more…
The US wind industry’s 5-year outlook is now a total roller-coaster
The US wind industry installed just 5.2 gigawatts (GW) in 2024 – the lowest level in a decade, according to Wood Mackenzie’s new US Wind Energy Monitor report. Installations are expected to rebound in 2025, but the real concern lies in US wind’s sharply downgraded 5-year outlook. As for the reason behind that bleak forecast, we’ll give you one guess as to why, and it starts with a T. Read more…
Kia’s new EV9 and EV6 qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit — except this one trim
The new and improved 2026 Kia EV9 and 2025 EV6 are eligible for the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, but one trim is excluded. Read more…
Tesla already has new Model Y inventory available today in the US – demand is terrible
Tesla has new Model Y inventory available today in the US, just days after opening orders for what is supposed to be its most popular model. Read more…
BYD’s low-cost Seagull EV now starts at under $8,000 in China
BYD’s cheapest EV in China just got even more affordable. After cutting prices this month, the BYD Seagull EV starts at just 56,800 yuan, or under $8,000. Read more…
Tesla Supercharger explodes in Washington, bomb is suspected
A Tesla Supercharger cabinet exploded in Washington state last night. A small bomb is believed to be responsible for the explosion. The local police and the FBI are investigating. Read more…
Act now – Trump DOT calls for public input on deregulation of trucking sector
President Trump ran a campaign built on promises to deregulate industries. Now, as his Department of Transportation prepares to gut existing employee protections, safety rules, and emissions standards, the department is asking for public input on which existing regulations should be on the chopping block. Read more…
BMW EVs are gaining more range this year as the 2026 iX hits an impressive 364 miles
After a few “technical advances,” BMW is upgrading its EVs with more driving range, features, and options. All BMW i5 models now have more range, while the 2026 iX has an EPA-estimated driving range of up to 364 miles. Read more…
Coal is dead and Trump’s executive order won’t revive it
Donald Trump is expected to sign executive orders today to resuscitate the US coal industry – here’s why this is a complete waste of time. Read more…
Ford has a new plan to win over EV buyers overseas: Free chargers and other perks
Ford is sweetening the deal for EV buyers in the UK with free home chargers and more, just as its best-selling car, the Puma, gets an electric upgrade. The new incentives are part of Ford’s push to boost EV sales and gain market share overseas. Read more…
Ride1Up Vorsa review: An affordable, do-everything e-bike for the masses
Ride1Up has carved out a name for itself in the e-bike world by delivering sleek, well-equipped electric bikes that punch well above their price tag. Their latest model, the Ride1Up Vorsa, takes that formula and beefs it up into something more versatile… literally. Read more…
A rift between Elon Musk and Donald Trump is forming around tariffs
A rift appears to be forming between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Trump over a disagreement over tariffs. Musk’s brother and Tesla board member, Kimball Musk, is getting involved and has even insulted the President. Read more…
Zoox expands driverless testing operations to Los Angeles
Zoox is saying, “LiDAR, camera, action!” The autonomous robotaxi developer announced an expansion into Los Angeles, marking Zoox’s sixth testing location. The initial rollout around Hollywood will be small to begin as Zoox remains “thoughtful and measured” in its rollout approach. Read more…
It floats, it flies, it works: World’s first hydrofoil electric ferry is crushing it
It flies, it floats, it’s electric — and now it’s officially a hit. The world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry, a Candela P-12 vessel named Nova, has wrapped up its first season of public service in Stockholm, and new data confirms what many suspected: this sleek, silent, water-skimming machine isn’t just a cool piece of tech — it’s also wildly successful. Read more…
All the EVs (and PHEVs) you can buy with 0% financing in April 2025 [update]
Lease deals get all the hype, but most people still want to own the car after they’re done making all those payments on it. If that sounds like you, and you’ve been waiting for the interest rates on auto loans to drop, you’re in luck: there are a bunch of great plug-in cars you can buy with 0% financing and at pre-tariff prices this April. Read more…
I tried taking a tiny e-bike kayak-camping on a deserted island. Here’s what happened
When I first looked at the JackRabbit XG Pro, my instinct was to take it somewhere wild. Sure, it’s designed to be a compact, fun-sized ride for urban zipping and off-road excursions — but what if I took it even further? What if I used it to tow a kayak… to the beach… and then paddled that kayak with the e-bike strapped to it to a deserted island to go camping. Read more…
Tesla’s long-time top engineer launches new energy startup: Heron Power
Drew Baglino, a long-time top executive at Tesla who exited last year, has launched a new energy startup: Heron Power. Read more…