Chinese EV maker NIO (NIO) delivered 11,866 vehicles in March, up 14% over last year. The upturn in sales helped NIO top its (revised) Q1 EV sales forecast of around 30,000 units. Read more…
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Save $1,667 on the Hover-1 Altai Pro e-bike at $1,333, Anker 192Wh power station returns to $105 low, more
Kicking off this week’s green deals is the overdue return of the Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bike, dropping down among its lowest prices at $1,333. It is joined by the return of the Anker PowerCore Reserve 192Wh Power Station to the $105 low, as well as a one-day discount on the Greenworks 80V 21-inch Self-Propelled Electric Lawn Mower with a 4.0Ah battery for $399. Plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
Virginia is getting a 764 MW bump in solar power capacity
Virginia has approved over a dozen new solar projects that will significantly boost Dominion Energy’s clean energy capacity. Read more…
BYD Q1 EV sales top 300,000, but is it enough to maintain a lead over Tesla ?
China’s leading electric car maker, BYD, recorded over 300,000 EV sales in Q1 2024, up 13% over last year. Is it enough to maintain its lead over Tesl. Read more…
Tesla increases Model Y prices, but for how long?
Tesla has increased Model Y prices on all trims of its best-selling electric SUV. The question is: for how long. Read more…
Aptera to showcase solar EV tech in the UAE as it preps its first production-intent builds [Video]
Aptera Motors has just delivered its first solar EV to a customer. April fools! Yes, it is now April, which means we get another video update from Aptera. This month’s progress update recaps a recent visit to France, details an upcoming trip to the United Arab Emirates, and talks about the status of Aptera’s first production-intent solar EV builds. Watch the video in full below. Read more…
Tesla gives rare update on Tesla Semi electric truck program
A Tesla engineer has given a rare update on the Tesla Semi electric truck program amid new EPA rules that should give it a boost. Read more…
Xiaomi EV buyers will have to wait up to seven months for the SU7
Orders for Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi’s brand-new SU7 have been flying off the shelves – with Xiaomi announcing that within 27 minutes of the company accepting orders for the new all-electric sedan, it had received more than 50,000 orders. Today Xiaomi has alerted potential buyers of a seven-month waiting time before getting the car. Apple, read it and weep. Read more…
One epic giveaway: How 600 free electric bikes changed 600 lives
I’ve long championed the amazing benefits of electric bicycles in providing transportation autonomy to those who can’t afford a personal car and the massive expenses that come along with car ownership. A $1,000 e-bike can be the difference between a one-hour walk to work and a seven-minute ride to work. Now leading US e-bike maker Lectric Ebikes and the popular YouTuber Mr. Beast have teamed up to magnify the impact of a free e-bike 600 times. Read more…
Daily EV Recap: Lamborghini’s electric future
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and… Read more…
Revolutionizing rider safety: The protective jacket every e-biker should consider
If you’ve followed my writing or videos, you’ll know I’m a “life on two-wheels” kind of guy. If there’s an electric motorcycle, e-bike, scooter, or anything else remotely rideable out there, I’ve probably thrown a leg over it at least once. Over the years I’ve been fortunate enough to learn how each type of vehicle comes with its own unique personality and enjoyment, but also its own risk profile. And without the benefit of 5,000 pounds of murderous steel around us, out of necessity we motorcycle riders become masters of balancing risk.. Read more…
How Vietnamese are using e-scooters to save businesses from power outages
Vietnam has millions of e-scooters and an unstable power supply. One might think that these two things signal trouble when put together, but here’s how some Vietnamese are using their e-scooters to improve stability of the electrical grid and help small businesses avoid blackouts. Read more…
This $680 4-seater electric swan boat makes my own Chinese e-boat look luxurious
I’m no stranger to collecting weird Alibaba electric vehicles, and that includes aquatic vessels. But after buying an ultra-cheap Chinese electric boat last year, this new one makes my own lazy lake cruiser look like a luxury yacht. Read more…
New England to become the second coal-free region in the US
Both of New Hampshire’s coal plants are shutting, making New England the second coal-free region in the US. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz is the latest automaker offering steep discounts on 2023 EV models
Mercedes-Benz is joining a wave of automakers offering significant discounts on its 2023 EV models as it looks to clear inventory. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS is being offered at up to $20,000 off MSRP, but the deals won’t last long. Read more…
Save $200 on Rad Power e-bikes starting from $1,499, Anker SOLIX c1000 hits $629 low, and more
Spring travels are looking more affordable with each new day, as today’s green deals give you affordable ways to get around, power your campsites, and recharge your bigger EVs. Headlining the group is the Rad Power flash sale that is taking $200 off two e-bike models starting from $1,499 through March 31. It is joined by the Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station hitting a new $629 low, alongside the greater sale that is seeing up to $1,200 being taken off the company’s power stations, bundles, and accessories. You’ll also find the VEVOR 40A Level 2 EV Charging Station at $280, plus, all of the other best new Green Deals landing this week. Read more…
An electric pickup from Nissan and Mitsubishi? Automakers team up to take on US market
Japanese automakers Nissan and Mitsubishi are joining forces to catch up as the US market transitions to EVs. Nissan and Mitsubishi will jointly develop an electric pickup for the US market. Is this the all-electric Frontier we’ve been waiting for. Read more…
Tesla announces production of its 6 millionth electric vehicle
Tesla has announced that it produced its 6 millionth electric vehicle – a big milestone amid a major slow down in its growth rate. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck ramp is impressive, but it comes at a cost
Tesla appears to be making significant progress in its Cybertruck production ramp, but it is coming at a cost. Read more…
Lamborghini revamps the luxury brand with a new look as its lineup shifts to electric
The iconic Lamborghini brand is getting a new look as the automaker prepares for an electric future. Lamborghini launched its new logo and corporate identity as part of its transformation. Read more…

