Elon Musk claims that Tesla Robotaxi will cover half of the US population by the end of the year and we can’t stop laughing. Read more…
Category: Electrek
You can finally get your motorcycle license on an electric, and everyone’s loving it
Getting a motorcycle license just got a little easier – and more electrifying. In a move that could help usher more riders into the electric future, new riders now have a chance to learn on LiveWire electric motorcycles as part of a licensing course. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) is driving EV innovation in America with or without help from Washington
Lucid (LCID) is making big moves to advance electric vehicles in the US. After launching a new alliance with four US producers, Lucid is building a domestic supply chain for EVs to help America keep pace with China and others. Read more…
Tesla’s own data confirms Autopilot safety regressed in 2025
Tesla released its Autopilot safety report for Q2 2025, confirming that Autopilot safety has regressed so far in 2025. Read more…
Toyota will begin building EVs, electric pickups in new markets in the next few months
Toyota announced plans to begin building electric vehicles in Indonesia this year as it looks to counter surging Chinese rivals. It will be its third country where Toyota produces EVs, following China and Japan. Later this year, Toyota will also begin building electric pickups in another market. Read more…
After more than 250,000 miles, Ford Mustang Mach-E still has 92% battery life
The unbelievers are still hoping against hope that electric cars won’t be as durable as ICE cars — but after more than 250,000 miles of driving in just three years, this Ford Mustang Mach-E isn’t just still going, it’s still going strong with more than 90% of its original battery capacity. Read more…
New York slams the brakes on offshore wind grid plans as feds halt permits
The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) voted to pull the plug on its current planning process for offshore wind power lines. Because the Trump administration has put a freeze on permitting new offshore wind projects, New York says it’s “impossible” to move ahead on schedule. Read more…
California Governor signs two new electric bike safety bills into law
California’s growing fleet of electric bikes is the subject of two new laws signed this week by Governor Gavin Newsom and intended to increase the safety of the quickly growing form of alternative transportation. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) sales are down 21% in biggest US EV market, dragging whole market down
Tesla (TSLA) sales are down 21% in California, the largest EV market in the US, and this decline is dragging the entire EV market down. Read more…
This $900 million solar farm in Texas is going 100% to data centers
Enbridge is going big on solar again in Texas, and Meta is snapping up all the solar power it can get. Read more…
Isuzu’s first electric pickup is impressive, but it’s not cheap
A fully electric Japanese electric pickup truck? It’s not a Toyota or Honda, but Isuzu’s new electric pickup packs a punch. The D-MAX EV can tow over 7,770 lbs (3,500 kg), plow through nearly 24″ (600 mm) of water, and it even has a dedicated Terrain Mode for extreme off-roading. However, it comes at a cost. Read more…
Ride1Up TrailRush launched as affordable mid-drive electric mountain bike
Ride1Up is officially hitting the trails in a big way. Known for its commuter-focused electric bikes that deliver impressive value, the San Diego-based brand has just announced the new Ride1Up TrailRush: a trail-ready electric mountain bike that marks Ride1Up’s first true entry into the rugged world of eMTBs. Read more…
The Hyundai IONIQ 2 is an affordable little brother to the IONIQ 5 [images]
The Hyundai IONIQ 2 was just spotted out in public for the first time. Hyundai is expected to introduce the smaller, more affordable EV later this year. Here’s our first look at the IONIQ 5’s little brother. Read more…
Aventon Sinch 2 folding e-bike at $1,399 low, Autel AC Lite 50A level 2 EV charger $455, NIU KQi 300X e-scooter $750, EcoFlow, more
Today’s Green Deals are all about EVs and power stations, with our headliner being Aventon’s Sinch 2 Folding e-bike at its $1,399 low. Right behind it, we have Autel’s MaxiCharger AC Lite Home Level 2 EV charger down at $455, as well as NIU’s KQi 300X All-Terrain Suspension Electric Scooter for $750. From there we have four limited-time EcoFlow member-only solar generator bundle deals at up to 56% off, Anker’s SOLIX C1000 power station, and a one-day-only sale on Anker’s SOLIX BP1000X expansion battery for the previously mentioned station. All these and more are waiting for you below. Plus, there’s all the hangover savings at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker PowerCore Reserve dropping under $90, Schumacher’s new portable level 1 EV charger, and more. Read more…
Priority Glide launched as one of the lowest-cost Gates belt drive e-bikes
In a market full of complicated tech, sky-high torque specs, and smartphone apps to control an e-bike, New York-based Priority Bicycles is going in the opposite direction with the launch of its newest model: the Priority Glide, a lightweight, fuss-free e-bike that brings belt drive simplicity to the masses. Read more…
Lucid owners gain full access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, but with a big caveat
Lucid Motors announced that its Air owners will gain full access to Tesla’s Supercharger stations in North America starting July 31. Read more…
New electric bike license scheme to be tested on school-aged riders
Get ready, children. There’s a new electric bike licensing scheme that will soon be tested as one of several methods designed to help educate young riders on responsible road use and combat the growing concern of dangerous e-bike riding among youths around the world. Read more…
Sunrun’s 37,000 home batteries are bailing out Puerto Rico’s grid
Sunrun is putting tens of thousands of home batteries to work in Puerto Rico as the island’s electric grid faces a summer of high temperatures and energy shortfalls. Read more…
California set to BAN Tesla sales, Vietnam leads the way, and VW value tanks
The State of California is moving to ban the sale of Tesla cars amid claims that the company and its CEO, Elon Musk, have misled buyers about the self-driving capabilities of their cars. We’ve also got market-leading news out of Vietnam and a pricey, pricey lesson for one VW ID.Buzz buyer on today’s lesson-learning episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
BYD has a new ultra-luxury EV brand headed for Europe
Ferrari and Porsche will soon have company. BYD just confirmed plans to launch Yangwang, its ultra-luxury EV brand, in Europe. It will be the first Chinese brand to enter Europe’s most elite segment. Read more…