GM sold over 21,000 electric vehicles in the US last month, its best yet. Despite the surge in August sales, GM warned that with the “irrational discounts” on EVs set to end soon, the market is due for a shake-up. Read more…
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Aventon Sinch 2 folding e-bike at $1,399 low, Autel 40A level 2 EV station $399, EGO 18-inch chainsaw and 5.0Ah battery low, more
Labor Day may be over, but that doesn’t mean the savings are done yet, and today’s Green Deals features a mix of new and ongoing deals on an array of eco-friendly tech. Our headliner for this edition is Aventon’s Sinch 2 Folding e-bike that is holding out at its $1,399 low for a short while longer, among the brand’s other Labor Day e-bike discounts. From there, we spotted Autel’s MaxiCharger 40A Level 2 EV Charging Station that comes with an RFID security card down at $399, as well as a new low price hitting EGO’s 56V 18-inch Cordless Chainsaw with a 5.0Ah battery for $249. We also have UGREEN charging solutions, a one-day-only deal on one of Fremo’s compact power stations, and more waiting for you below. Plus, there are all the hangover deals collected together in our curated Labor Day Green Deals hub here, with no telling just how much longer they’ll last. Read more…
These beloved sports cars were just killed off, but EV successors are coming soon
Porsche just axed two of its most iconic models. The gas-powered 718 Cayman and Boxster sports cars have been discontinued, with their new EV successors set to debut next year. However, Porsche isn’t the only brand killing off a popular nameplate. Read more…
H1 2025: China installs more solar than rest of the world combined
Global solar installations are breaking records again in 2025. In H1 2025, the world added 380 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity – a staggering 64% jump compared to the same period in 2024, when 232 GW came online. China was responsible for installing a massive 256 GW of that solar capacity. Read more…
Review: I tested the Viribus SC5 fat tire electric trike, and it’s more capable than I expected
When I first saw the Viribus SC5 electric trike, I figured it would be a budget-friendly utility trike with basic features and limited performance. I’ve tried a Viribus e-trike before, and while it got the job done, it was a fairly basic and entry level model. But this time, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the SC5 delivers more than just the basics. Read more…
Swiss company OTTER is bringing its two-person electric water bikes to the US
A Swiss startup, OTTER, continues its global expansion by selling its flagship electric-assisted water bike in the US. OTTER has signed a partnership with a company in the Southeastern United States to display, demonstrate, and sell its products to local customers. Read more…
Volkswagen is halting ID.4 production in the US despite massive discounts
The ID.4 is the most affordable EV to lease in the US, starting at just $129 per month. Even with some of the biggest discounts on the market, Volkswagen is struggling to sell its electric SUV. Now, it’s planning to pause production in the US. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) received just 600 orders for Model Y in India, report says
Tesla (TSLA) received just over 600 orders for Model Y in India after launching the electric vehicle just over a month ago, according to a new report. Read more…
A leading electric dirt bike maker just got a massive boost, and is coming for gas bikes
Stark Future, the Spanish electric motorcycle maker that turned the off-road world on its head, just locked in a fresh round of funding, pushing its total capital raised past €100 million. And unlike the big, flashy VC rounds we usually see, this one came mostly from existing backers and a few hand-picked newcomers, including some heavy hitters from the MotoGP world. Read more…
BMW’s wild new electric motorcycle doesn’t even need a helmet
BMW Motorrad just dropped a futuristic electric motorcycle concept that looks like it rolled straight out of a sci-fi movie and into a design studio. The new concept, called the BMW Motorrad Vision CE, is the company’s latest attempt to answer a question that’s been bouncing around for a while now: What should an electric BMW motorcycle actually look like?. Read more…
Tesla releases ‘Master Plan Part 4’, a smorgasbord of vague AI promises
Tesla has finally released its ‘Master Plan Part 4’ and it’s nothing more than a smorgasbord of AI promises about its humanoid robot, which can’t even serve popcorn. Read more…
Tesla reduces price of new Model 3 in China weeks after launch, amid sales slump
Tesla has reduced the price of the Model 3 RWD Long Range, a newly launched version of the popular Model 3, amid a sales slump. Read more…
Kia announces EV5 prices, offering up to 329 miles of range
The Kia EV5 has officially arrived in the UK. Boasting up to 329 miles of range, Kia opened orders for the new Sportage-sized electric SUV on Monday. Here’s a breakdown of Kia EV5 prices, range, and other specs for the UK market. Read more…
Green Deals Labor Day edition – Electric Bike Co. Model J e-bike bundle $1,649, EcoFlow flash sale takes 62% off four bundles, Anker, more
Labor Day is here and we have a special edition of our Green Deals today that features some new deals alongside plenty of our favorite ongoing holiday savings, led by Electric Bike Co.’s Model J e-bike that is getting a $321 bundle at $1,649 during the brand’s latest sale. From there, we also spotted EcoFlow’s latest 24-hour flash sale that is taking up to 62% off four bundles – three power stations and one solar panel – all starting from $479, as well as the Anker eufy E15 and E18 Robot Lawn Mowers starting from $1,400. We also have our favorite picks from Lectric, EcoFlow, Schumacher, Aventon, Anker SOLIX, Segway, Samsung – and more that have been collected together in our curated Labor Day Green Deals hub here.. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in September 2025
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Chevy cuts Equinox EV leases to under $250 a month
Starting at under $35,000, America’s most affordable EV with 319 miles of range just got even cheaper. After cutting lease prices this month, the Chevy Equinox EV is now available for under $250 a month. Read more…
The Genesis GV90 has another trick up its sleeve [Video]
Genesis is moving up in the ranks. The GV90 is shaping up to be the ultra-luxe electric SUV that Genesis has been promising. It will be the most luxurious Genesis SUV yet with flagship-level amenities, advanced tech, and cool new tricks and features. Read more…
Labor Day Green Deals hub – EVs, power stations, tools, appliances, more from $38
It’s officially Labor Day and we’ve had an exciting few weeks of solid Green Deals leading up to the holiday – and these sales aren’t over yet! Through the rest of the day and further into the week, you’ll find some amazing opportunities to get discounts on EVs, power stations, tools, appliances, and more – and we’ve rounded up all the deals that are still ongoing into this one-stop shopping hub for you. One thing to note, the power station sales may have been deemed as ending before today’s arrival; however, as is often the case, these sales have been extended and/or had their official names changed, so be sure to browse through those for hangover savings. Head below to browse and take advantage of all these ongoing Labor Day savings before they’re gone.. Read more…
Volkswagen is about to unveil its most affordable electric SUV
With just a week left until its official debut, Volkswagen is giving us a sneak peek of its most affordable electric SUV, the ID.2. Here’s our closest look at the new entry-level EV. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Komatsu PC20E-6 electric mini excavator
Japanese equipment giant Komatsu has added a not-so-giant electric excavator to its growing lineup of battery-powered construction equipment. The new Komatsu PC20E-6 electric mini excavator promises a full day of work from a single charge. Read more…

