Tesla teases mysterious new product unveiling this week
Tesla is teasing the unveiling of a mysterious new product planned for Tuesday, October 7th this week.
The teaser is ambiguous, which is sparking speculation.
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Autonomous electric semi truck brand Einride hits $1 billion valuation
Part self-driving tech brand, part 3PL, Swedish trucking startup Einride AB has been making a name for itself in the US and abroad by delivering zero-emission freight solutions that work. Following the company’s latest $100 million funding round, it’s delivering something else, too: a billion dollar valuation.
You can get antique plates for a first-gen Prius now — feeling old, yet?
This fall marks the 25th anniversary of the US launch of the first-gen Toyota Prius — a car that, arguably, has done more to more to shift the market away from fossil fuels than any other single vehicle (more on that in a minute). That means that, in many states, you can now get “antique” or “historic” plates for a modern hybrid.
If that sounds appealing to you, here’s what it might cost to keep that OG Prius on the road for many more years to come.
What messy middle? Orange EV has logged over 10 MILLION all-electric hours!
Orange EV may not be a household name like Mack or Kenworth, but this small-ish maker of all-electric heavy duty terminal tractors is making a name for itself where it matters: on the job. And this week, the company’s deployed fleet logged its ten millionth hour of operation!
Lawsuit blames Cybertruck door handles for death of three teens in Tesla crash
Two Bay Area families are suing Tesla over the death of their 19-year-old daughter and 20-year-old son after a crash which left them and one other teenager dead, trapped inside the vehicle due to what the lawsuit alleges is poor door handle design.
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets a big price cut and now starts at just $35,000
Podcast: Tesla delivery record, V4 Supercharger, messy US EV market, 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 Tesla’s delivery record, V4 Superchargers, a messy US EV market, and more.
Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler vehicles will still qualify for the $7,500 EV credit past the deadline
Rad Power offers $200 discount and up to $210 in FREE bundled gear on e-bikes from $1,399, Exclusive Anker S340 solar cam low, more
It’s another EV-heavy day of Green Deals, headlined by Rad Power’s newly launched Haul-o-ween Sale that is taking $200 off one e-bike, while offering up to $210 in FREE bundled gear with several other new and legacy models, like the Radster Trail Off-Road e-bike and the Radster Road Commuter e-bike getting a $199 free cargo kit for $1,999, while other deals start from $1,399. We also secured up to $280 in exclusive savings on nine Anker eufy security devices, like the SoloCam S340 Solar Security Camera at a new $110 low. We also have new low prices on Heybike’s Hero Carbon-Fiber All-Terrain e-bikes starting from $2,099, an Autel 40A level 2 smart EV charger discount, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about all the hangover deals collected at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 (HomePower 3000) low price, and more.
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.
Nissan LEAF hit with a big recall, more than 19,000 vehicles affected
It’s a good thing the new 2026 LEAF should be here any day. The recall affects over 19,000 Nissan LEAF vehicles, model years 2021-2022, because the battery may overheat during fast charging. Here’s the fix.
Tesla launches Cybertruck in Saudi Arabia and Qatar
Tesla has officially launched the Cybertruck in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, as the automaker seeks to expand the electric pickup truck’s availability in new markets following disappointing demand in the US.
Tesla increases Model 3 range in Europe thanks to new LG battery
Tesla has increased the range of a few Model 3 variants in Europe after updating the Chinese-made Model 3 with new battery cells from LG.
Universal EV Chargers debuts $15 flat-rate fast charging across Illinois
EV drivers across Illinois can now access flat-rate fast charging for $15 per session, thanks to Universal EV Chargers’ new no-hidden-fee pricing.
Honda’s electric SUV is a hit, thanks to steep discounts
Toyota’s EV sales crashed, but here’s what’s really going on
Rivian is offering 1.99% APR on the purchase of any 2025 R1 vehicle this month
Rivian has pulled a new demand lever for October as it starts to phase out of its 2025 vehicles, offering an enticing low APR of 1.99% on the purchase of any R1 model. Anything helps following the official end of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit.
Ford’s $30,000 EV isn’t the pickup you think it is
Tesla revives its solar business by bringing back solar leasing
Tesla announced that it is reviving solar leasing after years of allowing its solar business to slowly decline over the last few years.
The company had even stopped reporting solar installations.
Candela’s electric flying ferries to connect Thailand’s island paradise
Swedish electric boat maker Candela has just secured a major deal in Southeast Asia: ten of its P-12 electric hydrofoil ferries will soon operate the route to Koh Kood, one of Thailand’s most pristine and least developed islands.
Tesla’s ‘more affordable’ Model Y spotted uncamouflaged on highway
What looks to be Tesla’s long-rumored “more affordable model” has been spotted testing on a highway, without any camouflage. But before you get too excited, it’s just a Model Y with some cheaper parts – and a price that’s not much different than we’ve seen on other Teslas.
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