Global electricity demand is surging, and the grid is struggling to keep up, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).. Read more…
Category: Electrek
New VW Sportline is the 7-passenger electric GTi the ID.Buzz SHOULD have been
VW have finally built the van enthusiasts have been asking — and it’s not the ID.Buzz. Meet the new e-Transporter Sportline, the retro-tastic people-mover with GTI-inspired styling, a proper performance attitude, and room for seven that VW should have been building all along. Read more…
Xpeng reveals first images of GX flagship SUV with Range Rover styling and steer-by-wire
Xpeng has unveiled the first official images of the GX, its new flagship six-seat SUV that takes clear design inspiration from the Range Rover while packing the company’s most advanced technology yet. Read more…
The world’s first sodium-ion battery EV is here and it could be a game changer
Leading global battery maker CATL and Changan Automobile unveiled the world’s first passenger EV powered by a sodium-ion battery on Thursday. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 owner puts 165,000 miles on his EV in 18 months, battery health at 94.5%
A Xiaomi SU7 owner in China has achieved what might be the most impressive real-world battery longevity test we’ve seen yet: 265,000 kilometers (165,000 miles) in just 18 months of ownership, with battery health still at 94.5%. Read more…
Subaru is now building EVs in-house, starting with a new electric SUV
The new electric SUV is now rolling off the production line at Subaru’s Gunma Yajima Plant, the first time an EV has been made at the facility. Read more…
Apple was once ‘carpet bombing’ Tesla with recruiting calls, per Elon Musk
Apple once had ambitions of building an electric car, and during that period, per a new interview with Elon Musk, the company was “relentlessly” trying to poach Tesla employees. Read more…
Segway GT3 SuperScooter at $1,500 low, EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max new $829 low + increased exclusive DELTA Pro Ultra savings, more
We’ve got an exciting edition of Green Deals filled with new and returning low prices alike, starting with Segway’s highly advanced GT3 SuperScooter back at its $1,500 low and featuring Apple Find My, proximity locking, navigation, and so much more. From there, we have been surprised by a wide array of EcoFlow device lows, starting with the latest flash sale that has dropped the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station to a new $829 low. We also have increased exclusive savings on the DELTA Pro Ultra X Portable Power Station at a new $6,899 low ($1,400 off), as well as the bundled DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station, Smart Home Panel 2, and FREE trolley at a new $4,319 low ($3,479 off). There’s also EcoFlow’s solar-charging Power Hat at a steal of a price, Worx’s Nitro 24-inch cordless electric hedge trimmer, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX E10 Smart Hybrid Whole-Home Backup System officially launching with $2,846+ savings, the early-bird perks on Velotric’s upcoming Discover 3 and Discover M e-bikes, and more.. Read more…
Here’s our first look at Ford’s $30,000 mid-size electric pickup
Ford is betting on its new Universal EV platform to compete with BYD and other leading Chinese brands. The first UEV-based model will be a mid-size electric pickup that Ford says will start at around $30,000. Here’s our first look at it. Read more…
Audi announces 2027 A6/Q6 e-tron updates: scroll wheel return, new drift mode, improved regen
Audi is rolling out significant updates to its A6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron electric vehicles for the 2027 model year, bringing back physical controls, adding a new “dynamic plus” drift mode, and improving regenerative braking for better efficiency. Read more…
Trek shifts itself with a new 28 MPH car-replacing e-bike
Trek just pulled the covers off a new top-tier city e-bike aimed squarely at riders who want comfort, power, and polish without turning daily riding into a hobby that requires constant tinkering. The new Trek Charter+ arrives as Trek’s most premium everyday e-bike yet, blending high-end drivetrain tech, deep integration, and a strong focus on car-replacement practicality. Read more…
San Bernadino hub can now charge 200 electric semi trucks per day
One of the busiest HDEV charging depots in the country got a major upgrade last week, enabling it to charge up to 200 electric semi trucks per day and offer megawatt charging to trucks that can handle the power. Read more…
Tesla drops plans for robo-charging site for the SF robotaxis it doesn’t have
Tesla has abruptly decided to give up plans to build an autonomous charging station for future driverless taxis in downtown San Francisco, ahead of a public hearing on the matter. The plan had received pushback from the Teamsters union, though whether that influenced Tesla’s decision is not clear. Read more…
Quick Charge checks out the e-bikes at CABDA Chicago 2026
On today’s show-stopping episode of Quick Charge, we’re on location at the midwest’s largest independent bicycle dealer show checking out some of the highlights from Himiway, Radio Flyer, Rambo, and a whole lot more. Read more…
Tesla’s new FSD push looks like a gross money grab: they have questions to anwser
Tesla is sending emails urging owners to purchase Full Self-Driving (FSD) before February 14, when the automaker switches to a subscription-only model.. Read more…
Two Tesla board members are all over the Epstein files: what happens next?
How far are you willing to go to make a buck? For Tesla shareholders, looking the other way when two board members had close relationships with the head of a sex trafficking organization, and lied about it, is evidently on the table. Read more…
Two Tesla board members are all over the Epstein files: what happens next?
How far are you willing to go to make a buck? For Tesla shareholders, looking the other way when two board members had close relationships with the head of a sex trafficking organization, and lied about it, is evidently on the table. Read more…
BMW just built the first i3 Neue Klasse EV, its most important electric sedan
The new i3 is a drastic improvement over the outgoing model as BMW’s first Neue Klasse electric sedan. After the first pre-series models rolled off the production line, BMW is preparing to begin mass production by the end of 2026. Read more…
BMW just built the first i3 Neue Klasse EV, its most important electric sedan
The new i3 is a drastic improvement over the outgoing model as BMW’s first Neue Klasse electric sedan. After the first pre-series models rolled off the production line, BMW is preparing to begin mass production by the end of 2026. Read more…
Anker SOLIX E10 whole-home system launch with $2,846+ savings, Velotric Discover 3 + M e-bike early-bird perks, Segway E3 Pro, more
We’ve got two exciting launches headlining today’s Green Deals, starting with the Anker SOLIX E10 Smart Hybrid Whole-Home Backup System that is officially opening for purchase with $2,846+ savings starting from $4,299, while folks who took advantage of the pre-order promotion can save even more. Right behind it, we have the early-bird $348 perks offered by Velotric on its upcoming Discover 3 and Discover M e-bikes by simply registering your email. From there, we spotted Segway’s E3 Pro Electric Scooter falling to $550, a 2-tool Greenworks combo kit at its best price since July, a selection of Camplux tankless electric water heater discounts, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Jackery Super Bowl sale offers, like the Explorer 5000 Plus power station starting from $2,849, and more.. Read more…
