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Waymo’s autonomous electric taxis crash 68% less than the average human driver, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, with lower-severity crashes on average as well. But there are some important caveats that limit the data.

The best seat in Jaguar Land Rover’s newest SUV might not be the one behind the steering wheel! New interior images of the Freelander 8 EREV revealed on Chinese social media show a six-seat, ultra-luxury luxury cabin that looks less “seats six,” and more G6.

European defense contractor Saft is set to supply lithium-ion battery systems for the next generation of naval submarines, replacing decades-old lead-acid technology with EV-style packs that promise higher energy density, faster charging, and superior underwater endurance.

Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a new statewide framework for micromobility that could finally bring clearer rules to everything from e-bikes and e-scooters to higher-speed electric motorbikes capable of reaching 30 mph, 40 mph, and beyond.

Elon Musk says Tesla plans to “open source” the Model S and Model X, and he’s pointing to the original Roadster as the template.

The problem is Tesla’s Roadster release amounted to eight files on GitHub plus five document packages behind a login, with no open-source license attached to any of it.

One of North America’s biggest coal-site solar projects is now under construction in Texas – but the coal plant next door isn’t going anywhere. Here’s why.

Audi is bringing back the A2 as an affordable electric car, and it could have one big advantage over the competition. Ahead of its official debut, the EV was spotted with minimal disguise as new details reveal it will deliver more than 400 miles of driving range.

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 earnings debacle, FSD getting me a speeding ticket, Toyota potentially waking up to the future being electric, and more.

On Thursday, the conclusion of the 2026 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix came in a high-energy awards ceremony. However just days prior, 39 teams from around the world descended upon Brainerd, Minnesota for the event, which for many was a high-stakes do-or-die moment for the opportunity to qualify and compete in the 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge cross-country event.

Here are the results from the final day Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) and which teams will be moving on to the American Solar Challenge (ASC).

Is the EX50 the name of Volvo’s next electric vehicle? A new trademark was filed, and all signs point to it becoming a production model soon.

We’ve got some major sales closing out this week’s Green Deals, starting with the freshly launched Christmas in July Sale from Lectric with up to $733 bundle savings and select $100 price cuts on e-bikes starting from $799. There’s also the Best Buy Black Friday in July appliance sale that will last through the weekend, with options like LG’s 5.0 cubic-foot WashCombo All-in-One Electric Ventless Washer/Dryer getting a FREE $100 e-gift card down at $2,200, among many others. We also have Jackery’s latest Member Sale with some select member-exclusive power station deals from $79, an off-season $144 discount on EGO’s 56V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel with a 2.5Ah battery for a $265 2026 low, and much more. As always, you can find all the hangover deals from this week down at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new low prices on three Heybike e-bikes, the full Segway Back to School EV Sale lineup with 46% savings, 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.

Specialized is pushing the lightweight e-MTB segment even further today with the launch of the new S-Works Turbo Levo R Ultralight LTD, a premium electric mountain bike that tips the scales at just 18.8 kg (41.4 lb) while still packing the company’s latest full-power drive system.

Honda recently canceled the only EV it sells in the US, and this month started telling Prologue owners to “consider a hybrid.” But here’s the hitch: virtually zero EV owners are interested in switching back to gas after experiencing how much better EVs are.

BYD confirmed its new flagship electric sedan will offer a range of 1,008 km on a single charge. Ahead of its official debut next month, the new EV was spotted in public for the first time.

In May alone, solar-generated electricity exceeded that of both coal and wind, according to new data just released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), and reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. 

Tesla has closed the mysterious ~$2 billion acquisition of an AI hardware company that it first hinted at in April — and it did so, again, without naming the target or issuing a press release.

The deal was confirmed in a single passage buried in Tesla’s Q2 2026 10-Q filing, which for the first time attached a final price: $1.95 billion, paid entirely in Tesla stock and equity awards.

From electric vans to entry-level SUVs, Kia now has an EV for nearly everyone. After sales jumped 88% in the second quarter, Kia expects demand to pick up in the second half of 2026.

One of the easiest ways to get my attention is to slap the word “premium” on an affordable e-bike. Sometimes it’s justified. Other times it’s… aspirational.

NHTSA has denied a petition asking it to open a defect investigation into the hidden manual door releases on the Tesla Model 3. But in the same decision, the agency agreed to start writing new door-safety rules for the entire auto industry.

The denial, published today, covers 179,031 model year 2022 Model 3 vehicles. NHTSA said it found exactly one complaint matching the petition’s allegation — and it came from the same owner who filed it.

If you’ve ever wished you could buy one electric vehicle that could evolve with your needs instead of replacing it every time your use case changes, a Canadian company thinks it has the answer.

ENVO Drive Systems has unveiled its new Utility Personal Transporter (UPT), a modular electric vehicle platform that can be configured into as many as 18 different vehicle types, with even more combinations possible through optional accessories and upgrades.

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) cut the ribbon on the state’s first federally-funded EV charging station this week, after energizing new high-speed chargers at a Phillips 66 Mach 1 station in Casey, IL.

Hyundai skipped the typical mid-cycle refresh and instead gave the Kona a complete overhaul. The first image of it leaked, revealing a taller, SUV-like design.

Schneider Electric has just given its Charge Pro commercial Level 2 EV charger a sweet upgrade that includes NACS support, app-free charging, and a quicker setup process.

BYD launched its luxury sub-brand Denza in Europe with a little help from James Bond himself. The Denza Z9 GT EV can recharge in as little as 5 minutes, drive nearly 400 miles on a single charge, and looks like something straight out of an action movie.