Electrek

Segway is expanding its footprint in the electric bike space with the launch of its new MUXI e-bike, a model that blends urban utility with a design that feels more akin to a light electric motorcycle than a traditional bicycle.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a heavily overhauled EQS electric sedan with a WLTP range of up to 926 km (575 miles), a 13% improvement over the outgoing model. The update represents the biggest upgrade to the flagship EV since it launched in 2021.

The new EQS gets an entirely new 800-volt electrical architecture, up to 350 kW DC charging, steer-by-wire technology — a first for any German automaker in a production car — and the new MB.OS operating system. Orders open in Germany starting at €94,403 (~$103,000).

The GV90 looks like something high-ranking government officials or celebrities ride in. Genesis set out to redefine luxury with the GV90, and the interior proves it. Here’s our first look.

Tesla is rolling out its Spring Update 2026 software, bringing over a dozen new features to its fleet. The highlights include a redesigned Self-Driving subscription app, voice-activated Grok, and a long-requested auto-install feature for software updates.

The update also adds some fun touches, like a new “Cyberhog” Pet Mode character and custom virtual wraps for Model S and X owners.

New photos of the Rivian R2 parked next to the Tesla Model Y are making the rounds on social media, and they offer a great look at how these two critical electric SUVs actually compare in size. The R2 is shorter in length but noticeably taller, with a boxier, more rugged profile.

We decided to dig into the numbers and put together a full dimension-by-dimension breakdown — and the efficiency comparison is where things get really interesting.

Kia is finally bringing the affordable electric SUV to the US later this year. The first EV3 prototypes are now rolling off the assembly line at Kia’s plant in Mexico ahead of sales.

Kicking off this week’s Green Deals, we have Anker SOLIX launching its massive Earth Day lineup of power station deals with three tiers of free gifts and our exclusive bonus savings code – all starting from $120. There’s also the one-day-only deal hitting Jackery’s 2,042Wh Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station for a $999 low, two notable Worx tool deals on the Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart, and the Trivac 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower, Vacuum, and Mulcher, as well as a new low on the NAVEE K100 e-scooter for kids, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the other hangover deals from last week at the bottom of the page, collected together into the latest edition of our Electrified Weekly roundup.

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.

The bZ, Toyota’s electric SUV, leaped past the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Chevy Equinox EV, and Ford Mustang Mach-E to become the third-best-selling EV in the US in the first quarter.

Level 4 autonomous technology expert Nuro shared the latest milestone of a partnership with Uber Technologies and Lucid Motors to develop a fleet of Gravity Robotaxi SUVs. Per the company, a select group of riders has begun test rides in California.

After admitting it had lost touch with buyers, Volkswagen’s CEO promises to get it right with its new EV lineup launching this year. Volkswagen’s EV blitz kicks off next week, starting with the updated ID.3.

This morning, Slate Auto announced it has closed a Series C funding round after raising enough capital to continue development into its next stage of EV production in the US.

Someone stole a critical piece of evidence from a Tesla Model Y involved in a violent crash in Bergen, Norway — the network card responsible for storing and transmitting crash data to Tesla’s servers.

The revelation raises serious questions about the integrity of the investigation into the 2023 crash, in which the Tesla taxi accelerated to 90 km/h and launched into the air before slamming into a kiosk.

Last week, Chinese heavy equipment brand Sunward unveiled unveiled a new class of rotary drilling rigs that combine electric drive and actuation with onboard range-extending generators – bringing smooth, low-vibration performance to projects just about anywhere.

There’s a strange pattern emerging in Western coverage of Royal Enfield’s upcoming electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6. And if you’ve been following the story closely, it’s getting harder to ignore.

With some 440 hp and nearly 1,200 lb-ft of instant electric torque on-hand, the Harbinger electric delivery van is more than capable of keeping up with modern day traffic. To show off just how capable it is, Harbinger’s marketing team has put together this fun, fictional, high octane voltage chase scene.

Commercial fleet operators scrambling to electrify in the face of rising diesel prices can buy a Workhorse W56 step van for nearly $60K less than before – and Ohio-based Purolator is taking advantage of the deal with a stout, 100-unit order.

Tesla is producing a final limited-edition “Signature Series” run of the Plaid Model S and Model X — 350 vehicles total — as a farewell to its flagship programs before they shut down for good. The Model X Signature starts at $159,420.

The invite-only program, which is being offered exclusively via email to select Tesla owners, features an exclusive Garnet Red paint color and gold accents throughout the vehicle.

In a move that Volvo is calling a world’s first, the company has begun regular production of its new A30 and A40 Electric model articulated haul trucks – making the first time electric articulated haulers of this size have moved from a pilot stage into serial production.

How much can drivers really save by trading their ICE truck for an EV? One driver parked his trusty 2023 RAM 3500 diesel and drove a new 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV for a few days — and his real-world fuel savings are impossible to ignore.

The Dutch vehicle authority RDW has granted Tesla a type approval for its “Full Self-Driving” Supervised system in the Netherlands, marking the first European country to officially approve the driver-assist technology.

The approval, which falls under the UN R-171 regulation for Driver Control Assistance Systems, comes after more than 18 months of testing and is currently valid only in the Netherlands. Other EU member states can choose to recognize it nationally, but that process is not automatic.

The US Department of the Interior has missed the final deadline to appeal court rulings allowing five US East Coast offshore wind farms to continue construction.

On today’s supremely clever episode of Quick Charge, we talk with engineers from MOOG about diesel, natural gas, and battery power – and how the ability to use any or all of the above on a single machine can help fleets decarbonize at lower cost, and with lower risk than buying different machines for each fuel.

The Chevy Equinox EV is already one of the most affordable electric vehicles, but with a 20% discount, it’s even more tempting.

The EV2 is now available to order in Europe, with the first customer deliveries starting next month. Kia opened EV2 orders at lower prices than expected.