Electric Vehicle News

Segway just rolled out a sale on its Drift W1 electric skates at lows from $180, more in New Green Deals

Back to the Future fans will recognize the Drift W1 electric roller skates as a sign that we’re finally living in the future. Well, normally the Drift W1 cost close to $400, which is out of the budget for many. However, today we spotted a way for you to score a pair of these futuristic roller skates for as low as $180. Plus, you’ll find discounts on electric lawn mowers and much more below, as well. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today, more on why going electric for your yard tools like the mower on sale is important, 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.

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Tesla reduces premium connectivity free-period to 30 days for Model 3 and Model Y

Tesla has slashed its included premium connectivity period to 30 days for all Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. People are now going to have to pay sooner if they want to retain access to some of Tesla’s connectivity features.

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Congressman ‘frustrated’ with reduced electric bike tax credit in US, but calls it progress

The original sponsor of a bill introducing a 30% tax credit for electric bicycle purchases recently commented on the current state of the proposed legislation, calling it frustrating but expressing hope at the progress it indicated.

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Review: Spoiler alert! Backfire Hammer all-terrain electric skateboard is a beast

I’m admittedly only a couple years into the world of electric skateboards, immersing myself in the technology after seeing people zoom by me on the strand in the South Bay of Los Angeles. One name that continually came up has been Backfire Skateboards, which just recently unveiled its Hammer all-terrain electric board, and I got the opportunity to test it out for you.

While I was a bit timid (and truthfully terrified) by the near 30 mph top speed of this skateboard, I quickly fell in love with the Hammer’s performance and smooth ride through everything I threw at it… and I mean everything. You’re going to want to check the Backfire Hammer out ASAP, because this thing cooks.

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