SUPER73 just pulled the curtain off its latest e-bike, the SUPER73-MZFT, and it looks like the brand is coming back to its roots – with a twist. Known for building retro-inspired, moto-style electric bikes that blur the line between fun and functional, SUPER73 now says the MZFT represents the first in a new generation of e-bikes that’s designed to welcome in a broader, more diverse group of riders – especially those just getting started. Read more…
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SUPER73 launches its ‘most affordable’ e-bike yet to hook the next generation of riders
SUPER73 just pulled the curtain off its latest e-bike, the SUPER73-MZFT, and it looks like the brand is coming back to its roots – with a twist. Known for building retro-inspired, moto-style electric bikes that blur the line between fun and functional, SUPER73 now says the MZFT represents the first in a new generation of e-bikes that’s designed to welcome in a broader, more diverse group of riders – especially those just getting started. Read more…
NIU unveils bold new urban and off-road (but street legal!) electric motorbikes
NIU is back at EICMA 2025 (the Milan Motorcycle Show) with a fresh lineup of electric two-wheelers that push the boundaries of performance, design, and smart connectivity. The Chinese electric mobility giant, already known for selling over 5 million electric scooters and motorcycles across over 50 countries, used the Milan show to unveil its 2026 product range – and it’s clear NIU is looking to hang on to that leader status. Read more…
Tesla’s head of Cybertruck program is leaving the company
Tesla’s head of the Cybertruck program, Siddhant Awasthi, announced that he is leaving after more than 8 years at the company. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz tops 28,500 car hybrid battery test — THIS brand came in last
When it comes to battery longevity, it appears that brand matters. A recent study published by Germany’s ADAC revealed tangible, real-world differences in how the high-voltage batteries in PHEVs age across manufacturers. The results: Mercedes’ batteries came out on top, Mitsubishi trailed behind. Read more…
First look at Honda’s new full-size electric motorcycle
At EICMA 2025, Honda finally pulled back the curtain on its first full-size electric motorcycle with the first-ever public unveiling of the Honda WN7. As someone who’s followed the electric motorcycle space for over a decade, I’ve been waiting a long time to see Big Red bring some serious voltage – and it looks like that moment has arrived. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: the highest-rated lawnmowers on Amazon are ELECTRIC
Despite decades of market dominance, it seems like the days of loud, finicky gas-powered lawnmowers may finally be behind us — and I say that because five of the highest-rated mowers on Amazon won’t burn a drop of gas. Read more…
It’s not too late to get the 30% solar tax credit — unless you live in THESE states
Just as we saw with EVs in September, there’s a broad, documented surge in demand for home solar tied to the 30% Federal tax credit expiring December 31st. And, while it’s still not too late for many Americans to go solar, contractors in North Carolina, Florida, and Arizona say their 2025 calendars are jammed. Read more…
The “Anti Tesla” deal: Polestar 3 gets an $18,000 incentive offer for November
Polestar may not yet be a household name, but these makers of objectively excellent, sporty EVs with Scandinavian sensibilities are doing everything they can to change that — including offering killer post-rebate deals set to take the fight to Tesla. Read more…
NIU shows off 95 MPH electric maxi-scooter as a high-tech beast
While NIU showed off a full lineup of production-ready electric scooters and motorcycles at EICMA this year, one of the most eye-catching was something you can’t buy just yet – but will definitely want to. It’s called the Concept 06, and it’s NIU’s boldest vision yet for the future of electric two-wheelers. Read more…
Mercedes is offering a massive, $50,000 discount on THIS luxury SUV
While the typical buyers of the flagship Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 may not have to ask what one costs, they do need to know what number to write on the check – and if they happen to be asking this month, that number will be $50,000 LOWER than before. Read more…
Schrödinger’s FSD: When it works well, Tesla is driving. When it doesn’t, you are.
Tesla has engaged in a pattern of taking credit for the successes of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, even though the car still relies on an attentive driver, and yet blaming the driver rather than the software whenever things go badly. Read more…
New Mitsubishi Eclipse electric crossover gets real with 370 miles of range
This one is bound to upset the DSM purists still out there — meet the all-new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, an all-electric crossover with over 370 miles of range that’s rolling out to European dealers as you read this. (!. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla is now Elon’s, Xpeng goes AI, Rivian earnings, 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 how Tesla is now Elon’s after the shareholders’ meeting, Xpeng going all-in on AI, Rivian’s earnings, and more. Read more…
Toyota is yet again delaying EV battery plans
The breakthrough EV batteries Toyota says will double driving range and cut charging times are facing another setback. The company is once again delaying plans for a new battery plant in Japan. Read more…
US Customs delays force solar giant Qcells to furlough 1,000 workers
Solar panel giant Qcells announced today that it’s temporarily furloughing 1,000 US workers – 25% of its workforce – and reducing pay and shifts at its factories in northeast Georgia due to supply chain delays caused by US Customs. Read more…
Honda wants to sell you an EV for under $30,000, eventually
Honda wants in on the growing demand for affordable EVs. With the company’s CEO saying EVs selling for under $30,000 will be the main competition in the US, Honda may offer one of its own. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) down 5% on news it’s stuck with its bad CEO Elon Musk for a decade
In the morning after Tesla’s shareholder meeting, shares of the company dropped significantly on market open, likely signaling a selloff from reasonable investors who objected to a vote to retain and overpay its CEO, Elon Musk, who has been responsible for a drastic drop in sales and earnings. Read more…
Velotric early Black Friday Sale up to $600 off e-bikes, Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus at new $999 low, Heybike lows from $999, more
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with a full e-bike edition, led by Velotric’s early Black Friday Sale with up to $600 savings on a selection of models, like the Discover 2 Step-Thru Commuter e-bike at $1,899 and getting $120 in FREE gear. Right behind it is Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus e-bike at a new $999 low, as well as Heybike’s ALPHA All-Terrain Mid-Drive e-bike getting $266 in FREE gear at a new $1,299 low, and the Ranger S Folding e-bikes (750W and 1,000W) down at annual lows starting from $999 – but keep in mind that these two are only staying at these rates for four days – plus, other ongoing early Black Friday deals waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s full Rad Power Black Friday e-bike sale lineup, the Jackery early Black Friday deals + an exclusive solo deal, and more.. Read more…
The Nissan Juke looks way better as an EV: Here’s your first look
Following the LEAF, the new all-electric Nissan Juke is next in line to receive a glow-up. The Juke EV was spotted for the first time rocking a new look ahead of its debut. Read more…
