Headlining today’s Green Deals is Lectric’s latest Dog Days of Summer sale that is taking up to $308 off e-bike bundles for the next week, with the XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike standing in the spotlight once more with the biggest discount at $1,199 – plus, a choice in one of the added accessories. There’s also Goal Zero’s Yeti 6000X Portable Power Station that just hit a new $2,499 low, as well as the Worx Nitro 40V 21-inch Push Lawn Mower at a new $299 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, including a one-day discount on the handy Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart at the best price of 2024 so far.. Read more…
International Battery Metals (IBAT) commences operations at first lithium extraction plant in US
Advanced material extraction technology company International Battery Metals hit a significant milestone today, beginning lithium extraction operations at a new facility in the US. The plant, home to the company’s proprietary Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE), is the first in North America and will produce the first lithium derived from DLE operations worldwide. Read more…
Genesis confirms new GV60 Magma EV is set to launch next year
The first Genesis to get a sporty “Magma” upgrade will be the all-electric GV60. Genesis confirmed the GV60 Magma EV is set to launch next year with performance and design upgrades, kicking off a new era for the luxury automaker. Read more…
Florida Has A Huge EV Market. It’s Paying For Other States’ Chargers Instead
Gov. Ron DeSantis once aimed to “strengthen” Florida’s EV infrastructure. Now it’s denying federal charging funds, and the money is going elsewhere. Read more…
Hyundai Kona EV, No Fast Charging: What Do You Want To Know?
I’m testing a Hyundai Kona EV for two weeks, but I won’t use DC fast charging at all. How much do we really need it? Let’s find out. Read more…
The Best EVs Of 2024 Are From Korea And Germany, Says Consumer Reports
Hyundai and Kia make the best mainstream EVs, while Porsche and BMW scored the highest in the luxury segment. Read more…
Volkswagen ID.Golf Postponed To 2029 As More Delays Mount: Report
More delays from Volkswagen over, you guessed it, software. Read more…
Lincoln Electric’s Velion 150 kW DC fast charging station earns UL certification
Lincoln Electric’s Velion 150 kW DC fast charging station has achieved Canadian Standards Association (CSA/US) certification to standards UL 2202, UL 2231-1 and UL 2231-2 for EV chargers. The certification indicates that Lincoln Electric’s Velion EV fast charging station adheres to stringent safety and performance standards. Having earned CSA/US certification, Velion EV fast chargers are… Read more…
2025 Chevy Equinox EV costs $34,995 for 319 miles, gets power boost
Chevrolet appears to have held true on the arrival of an Equinox EV version that costs just $34,995 and is set to deliver well over 300 miles of range. But it’s arriving for the 2025 model year, rather than 2024. The GM brand said Thursday that the base 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT will be available “soon.” It rides on 19-inch machined wheels and… Read more…
Volkswagen Group Global EV Sales Stalled In Q2 2024. What Now?
All-electric vehicle sales in the first half of the year decreased by 1.4%. Read more…
MG Cyber GTS Concept celebrates the legacy of the MGC GTS Sebring
MG has thrown down the gauntlet with its latest Cyber GTS Concept, challenging the very notion of what an electric sports car can be. This all-electric coupe, revealed at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, pays homage to the brand’s racing heritage while embracing the latest EV technology. Drawing inspiration from the legendary MGC GTS Sebring racecar, which made its… Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: Crowdfunding lawsuit, DJI e-bike, new Onewheel, 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 a surprising case of a man suing an e-bike crowdfunding e-bike brand – and winning, e-bike speed limits in Michigan, DJI Amflow e-bike, Tank G100 review, Onewheel’s new board, and more. Read more…
Nissan is killing off the LEAF in another key market ahead of its next-gen EV model
As anticipation builds for its next-gen electric car, Nissan is officially retiring its iconic LEAF in another key sales market. Although LEAF production is ending at its Sunderland plant, customers can still buy up the last few models while they last. Read more…
Joby Aviation completes a 523-mile flight in an eVTOL powered by hydrogen-electric tech
eVTOL developer Joby Aviation has completed its latest milestone in demonstrating the plausibility of zero-emission regional air travel. By using hydrogen-electric propulsion developed by its subsidiary H2FLY, Joby recently completed a 523-mile eVTOL flight in California. Read more…
Tesla to delay Robotaxi unveiling, report says
Tesla is reportedly planning to delay the unveiling of its so-called “Robotaxi” driverless vehicle by a few months. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Was America’s Best-Selling Electric Truck In Q2
Kelley Blue Book data revealed that the Cybertruck outsold the F-150 Lightning in Q2, though Ford is still ahead year-to-date. Read more…
Tesla Reportedly Delays Robotaxi Event By Two Months
Tesla’s robotaxi reveal will happen in October—not August—to give the automaker more time to build prototypes, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. Read more…
Smart #3 Premium: A Mercedes without a star
Smart is the first western brand to switch completely from combustion engines to electric cars. However, Smart has moved far away from its roots, the small two-seater car, during the transition. The #3 is Smart’s second electric car on the market and impressed us in many respects – but not in all.
Genesis GV60 gets the first Magma treatment, in 2025
Genesis confirmed its GV60 Magma for production in 2025 The first public look at the production model comes this week at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed Genesis plans a Magma for every model The rolling design statement that is the Genesis GV60 gets a performance edition in 2025. The South Korean luxury brand confirmed on Thursday that it will… Read more…
Polestar 6 electric convertible may get spicy BST edition
Polestar’s Concept BST contemplates a spicy 6 electric convertible The 6’s still on the docket for 2026 Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath says more BST editions are coming While the Polestar 3 SUV swings for efficient performance and the Polestar 4 swings for body-style-curious buyers, the upcoming Polestar 6 might be swinging at Tesla. Still two… Read more…
