While I enjoy covering news and reviews related to new e-bikes and other micromobility vehicles, my favorite part of working in this industry is actually getting to go deeper behind the scenes, often pulling back the curtain to see what lies behind some of the biggest companies in the market. Most only show us their polished front-facing image, but there’s so much more to the story than that. From the people who build and operate these brands to the way new ideas work their way through the design pipeline and into bike boxes headed to our doorsteps, there are countless untold stories just waiting to be revealed. And that’s exactly what I set out to do when I visited the headquarters of EUNORAU, one of the most prolific e-bike makers in the world. Read more…
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Tesla (TSLA) sales are crashing in China, and things are about to get worse
Tesla (TSLA) sales are currently crashing in China, based on both new monthly and weekly data released today. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Oshkosh Striker Volterra Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighter
The Oshkosh-built Striker Volterra electric ARFF vehicle (Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighter) packs advanced battery technology and multiple power options to deliver consistent emergency response performance no matter how long it needs to be in action. Read more…
Tesla officially starts autonomous ‘testing’ phase in Austin days before planned launch
Tesla has officially entered the autonomous vehicle ‘testing’ phase in Austin, Texas days before its planned launch of a commercial service. Read more…
Lexus RZ just got a +$10,000 bonus offer, making it its cheapest vehicle to lease
Thanks to a new $10,000 bonus offer introduced this month, the cheapest Lexus you can currently lease is now the 2025 electric RZ. Is it worth checking out. Read more…
Cadillac’s new Optiq-V is an entry-level luxury sports EV with a Tesla NACS port
Another Cadillac EV has earned the iconic “V” badge. The 2026 Cadillac Optiq-V is a new entry-level sports electric vehicle (EV) with over 500 horsepower, sporty styling both inside and out, and additional upgrades. It’s also GM’s first vehicle with a built-in NACS port, unlocking access to Tesla Superchargers. Read more…
EcoFlow Father’s Day Sale takes up to 49% off power stations, Rad Power RadTrike at rare $1,499, Greenworks bundle, EGO, more
Kickstarting this week’s Green Deals is EcoFlow’s newly launched Father’s Day Sale with up to 49% being taken off power stations and accessories alongside a bonus sitewide discount, 2x EcoCredit rewards, and a $1,000 off coupon code for first-time subscribers. There are a bunch of great options to power Dad’s needs, like the RIVER 2 Pro Solar Generator bundle with a 160W panel for $531, among others. There’s also our spotlight on the rare discount hitting Rad Power’s RadTrike for $1,499 while the brand’s Father’s Day Sale continues. We also have a few tool discounts bringing up the rear, led by the first bundle discount we’re seeing on the Greenworks 60V 30-inch CrossoverT Riding Lawn Tractor with four 8.0Ah batteries, one 20.0Ah battery, a wall charger, and a rear add-on bagger system – all for $3,500. We also have two EGO deals, the first being on the 56V 5.0Ah Battery for $199, as well as the 56V 15-inch Cordless Carbon Fiber POWERLOAD String Trimmer that is at the best price in a year for $239. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals from last week in the links at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our Electrified Weekly coverage. Read more…
US solar just had a record-breaking Q1 but the GOP bill could wreck it
The US solar industry is still booming, but looming policy threats could pull the plug on that momentum. Read more…
BYD launches the Seal 06 EV at just $15,000 as a new price war in China erupts
Despite China’s recent warning, BYD is ramping up the pressure on rivals with another ultra-affordable electric vehicle. BYD launched the Seal 06 EV, starting at just over $15,000, as the price war in China appears to be getting out of hand. Read more…
Kia’s PV5 is the first to use Hyundai ‘Pleos’ software as orders open in Korea at $35,000
Kia’s first electric van is finally here. Although it appears to be from the future, the PV5 boasts impressive interior space, a long driving range, advanced technology, and a range of features. It’s offered in a variety of different configurations, including an upcoming refrigerated truck, a light camper, and a luxury “Prime” model. With orders opening in Korea this week, we are learning a little more about what to expect from the Kia PV5 before it rolls out globally. Read more…
Image leaks of Rivian’s 2026 R1T Quad Motor are starting to trickle in and we see NACS and teal
A couple of automotive influencers appear to have gotten access to the new 2026 Rivian R1T Quad Motor and shared some images. The posts showcase the new NACS charging port, a familiar exterior color, and new teal accents, including the calipers. See more below. Read more…
Several Waymo self-driving I-Pace electric cars set on fire in LA riots
At least 5 Waymo self-driving I-Pace electric cars were set on fire amid protests that turned violent in Los Angeles this weekend. Read more…
Tesla’s head of Optimus humanoid robot leaves the ‘$25 trillion’ product behind
Tesla’s head of Optimus humanoid robot, Milan Kovac, announced that he is leaving the automaker after 9 years. Read more…
The first ‘true’ electric flying car could be here by the end of 2025
The flying car is no longer a Sci-Fi fantasy. It’s becoming a reality, and it could be here by the end of the year. Alef Aeronautics is now building pre-production models of what it’s calling “the first true flying car,” and it’s 100% electric. The company even claims that its flying car uses less energy than a Tesla or any other EV. Read more…
‘Everything’s computer’ no more: Trump wants to sell his Tesla from that dumb ad
Not even three months ago, convicted felon Donald Trump and his largest funder, ketamine-fueled Tesla CEO Elon Musk, appeared together on the White House lawn, improperly using government resources to do a low-budget ad to help Tesla get out of the sales ditch that Musk has dug for it. Read more…
Kia wants you to love hatchbacks again with the stylish new EV4
Kia believes hatchbacks will make a comeback, starting with the EV4 later this year. The EV4 is Kia’s first electric hatch, and it’s expected to see big demand. Read more…
The reality TV contestant running the DOT just raised your fuel costs by $23B
America voted for inflation, and it got it today, as republicans running the Department of Transportation bowed to their oil donors and finalized a rule to make your cars less efficient, thus costing America an extra $23 billion in fuel costs. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla in Musk/Trump divorce, EV sales in EU, Hyundai’s new electric minivan, and 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 being in the crosshairs of the Musk/Trump divorce, EV sales in Europe, a new Hyundai electric minivan, and more. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: SONDORS returns, Trek adds throttles, 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 Trek’s first throttle e-bike, NYC imposing a 15 MPH speed limit for e-bikes, MeetOne Tour electric trike review, why your e-bike frame number is important, NIU’s stock is soaring, and more. Read more…
Toyota is about to launch another electric SUV in China for under $20,000
When will Toyota launch an electric SUV for under $20,000 in the US or Europe? We’ll keep dreaming. Toyota is launching the new bZ5 electric SUV next week in China amid an intensifying EV price war. The new SUV will draw power from BYD’s batteries and EV powertrain as Toyota looks to get a leg up on the competition. Read more…

