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Mercedes unveils 2025 electric G-Class, with 4 motors and tank turns
Mercedes unveiled its 2025 electric G-Class tonight – which it’s calling the “G580 with EQ technology” – in Beverly Hills, CA, and we’re here at the reveal with all the details.
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Expand Expanding CloseTesla is in talks with ‘one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving’
Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla is currently in talks with “one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving (FSD)”.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla may start selling its Optimus humanoid robot next year, says Elon Musk
Elon Musk announced that Tesla may start selling its Optimus humanoid robot next year. The automaker plans to use the robot in its own factory by the end of the year.
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GreenPower (Nasdaq: GP) today announced the launch of its customizable EV Star Utility Truck, an electric all-purpose utility truck.
Expand Expanding CloseSubaru is retiring the Legacy to make way for new electric SUVs and crossovers
The Subaru Legacy will ride off into the sunset next year as the brand preps for a new era. Subaru is shifting gears as it focuses on new EVs, including SUVs and crossovers.
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Tesla announced that it is changing its product plan to introduce cheaper electric cars to be built on its current production lines.
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Hitachi Energy is investing $1.5 billion to ramp up transformer production to support electrification efforts worldwide.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla teases its upcoming Uber-like self-driving ride-hailing app
Tesla has teased its upcoming self-driving ride-hailing app, previously called ‘Tesla Network’, that the automaker is positioning as a Uber competitor.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) releases Q1 2024 results: missed expectations, loads release with news
Tesla (TSLA) released its financial results and shareholders letter for the first quarter (Q1) 2024 after market close today.
We are updating this post with all the details from the financial results, shareholders’ letter, and the conference call later tonight. Refresh for the latest information.
Expand Expanding CloseKia EV3 teaser reveals new electric SUV’s compact design ahead of its imminent debut
The upcoming Kia EV3 design was revealed in a new ad video. Ahead of its official debut, Kia’s latest teaser gives us our best look at the new low-cost electric SUV yet.
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A Tesla driver was arrested for vehicular homicide after he ran over a motorcyclist while driving using Autopilot without paying attention.
Expand Expanding CloseGM hopes new EVs like the $35K electric Chevy Equinox will help win back market share
After losing EV market share in the US in the first three months of 2024, GM believes it can turn things around. GM expects new models like the Chevy Equinox EV and improved battery production will help regain EV market share in the second half of the year.
Expand Expanding CloseLectric XP e-Trike bundle now $1,499, Anker 299Wh power station, and more
Today’s Green Deals are headlined by a limited-time sale on Lectric’s Foldable XP e-Trike that gives you $333 in free gear for $1,499. It is joined by a one-day discount on Anker’s 522 Powerhouse Portable Power Station at $189, as well as the Greenworks 40V 12-inch Cordless Electric Compact Chainsaw at $124. Plus all of the other days’ Green Deals that are still going.
Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.
Expand Expanding CloseWhy there’s literally never been a better time to buy an electric bike
It’s right there in the title. Having followed the electric bicycle industry for 15 years and running, I can pretty much guarantee you that there has never been a better time than right now to buy an e-bike. Here are the top three reasons why.
Expand Expanding CloseVinFast just added 12 new car dealers in the US
VinFast Auto (Nasdaq: VFS) today announced that it’s officially signed agreements with 12 new car dealers in the US.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla officially unveils new Model 3 Performance with 0-60 mph in 2.9 sec
Tesla has officially unveiled and opened orders for the new Model 3 Performance and confirmed a new 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 2.9 seconds.
Expand Expanding CloseNissan LEAF and Ariya top most affordable EVs in Q1 as Hyundai, Tesla, Toyota close in
Electric vehicle prices have come down significantly, with the top five most affordable EVs in Q1 all selling for under $41,000. Two Nissan EVs topped the list, while Hyundai, Tesla, and Toyota electric models rounded out the top five.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla Q1 2024 earnings preview: here’s what to expect
Tesla (TSLA) is about to release Q1 2024 financial results on Tuesday, April 23, after the markets close. As usual, a conference call and Q&A with Tesla’s management are scheduled after the results.
Here, we’ll take a look at what both the street and retail investors are expecting for the quarterly results.
Expand Expanding CloseArres Prevent robot uses advanced AI to fight potholes [video]
A UK-based startup called Robotiz3d claims it’s invented a world’s first: an autonomous electric vehicle that can detect and seal cracks in a road’s surface to prevent potholes from forming.
Expand Expanding CloseRange Rover’s first 100% electric vehicle finally shows its face, a stunning modernist SUV
The first images of Range Rover’s fully electric SUV have been revealed, showing a modern take on the iconic SUV. Range Rover’s first electric SUV is being put through the paces ahead of its upcoming debut. Can Range Rover’s new EV compete with Porsche and other luxury automakers?
Expand Expanding CloseAllye Energy wants to power your job site with used Land Rover batteries
A new startup is partnering with Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on a new portable battery energy storage system designed to power your job site with used Range Rover and Range Rover Sport PHEV batteries.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can lease a Toyota bZ4X for next to nothing right now
Toyota is now leasing its one all-electric car, the bZ4X, for just $129/mo and $2k down.
Expand Expanding CloseGlobal EV sales are ‘robust’ – more than 1 in 5 cars sold in 2024 will be electric
More than 1 in 5 cars sold globally this year is expected to be electric, with surging demand projected over the next decade, says a new International Energy Agency (IEA) report.
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