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VW ID.3 gets a refresh with better infotainment and more power for the Pro S

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Today Volkswagen announced a refreshed ID.3, which comes with a revamped infotainment system, addressing what was probably the biggest pain point of its predecessor. Of course, VW’s press release doesn’t mention the myriad issues people had with the previous-gen infotainment system, but it’s pretty clear that it’s been listening. That obviously won’t do anything for current ID.3 owners, but at… Read more…

Save $300 on Denago’s City 1 e-bike at $999, EGO Power+ pole saw $269, Greenworks electric 3-tool combo, and more

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Today’s Green Deals are headlined by Denago eBikes’ ongoing Earth Month Sale that is still taking $500 off a selection of e-bikes, like the City 1 High-Step Commuter e-bike for $999. It is joined by the EGO Power+ 10-inch Pole Saw and Power Head at $269, with extra ways to save, as well as the return of the popular Greenworks 80V 21-inch Lawn Mower, 13-inch String Trimmer, and 730 Leaf Blower Combo with 4.0Ah Battery for $600. Plus all of the other days’ Green Deals that are still going. Read more…

Chinese firm launches fully electric container ship with massive 50,000 kWh battery capacity

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It’s widely believed that shipping will be one of the hardest transportation segments to electrify. However, as usual, the Chinese are on the case. The state-owned China Ocean Shipping Group (Cosco) has developed and manufactured an all-electric container ship, the Greenwater 01, which is now operating a regular service route between Shanghai and Nanjing. As… Read more…

Cadillac unveils China-only Optiq EV

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Cadillac has officially taken the wraps off its newest electric player: the 2025 Cadillac Optiq. The dynamic crossover joins Cadillac’s expanding EV lineup in China with a bold design and a capable powertrain. Visually, the Optiq bears a striking resemblance to its bigger sibling, the Cadillac Lyriq. It carries Cadillac’s signature vertical lighting elements, a dramatic front fascia, and a… Read more…

Acura ZDX S-Line first drive: A smooth, comfy ride, but it doesn’t scream ‘performance EV’ [Video]

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Acura has officially launched its first-ever BEV – the ZDX, and we at Electrek got the invite to Montecito, California, to test drive the top-tier S-Line trim of the crossover SUV. Acura did many things right in its first venture into electrification, but is it worthy of the performance grade the Honda division is known for? Even more, is it worth the price tag? You be the judge. Read more…

Gogoro Pulse first ride: Testing the most high-tech performance electric scooter

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When Gogoro rolled out its new high-performance electric scooter, the Pulse, the world got its first glimpse of an entirely new side of the company. Best known for its battery-swapping system and cute, brightly-colored scooters, the Pulse launched an edgy new look for Gogoro. But even more importantly, it also showed off an entire suite of new high-tech innovations. Read more…