Ford announced on Monday that it’s planning the installation of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries into its Mustang Mach-E starting later in calendar year 2023 and its F-150 Lightning in calendar year 2024. The shift will potentially bring lower EV prices, although that will “depend on what happens with the market,” according…
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New RoadRunner Pro electric scooter hits 50+ mph speeds while sitting down
Remember that little seated electric scooter that looked almost like a toy, yet could do a solid 34 mph (54 km/h)? Well it’s back, in an even higher performance version. The new RoadRunner Pro from VoroMotors answers the question, “What happens if we took the already ridiculous RoadRunner and tricked it out even more?!”
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New York State is getting a big offshore wind factory
Wind turbine giant Siemens Gamesa announced today that it’s going to build a large offshore wind nacelle factory in New York State – giving the fledgling yet mushrooming US offshore wind industry yet another boost.
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Ferrari CEO Says Tesla Was A "Wake-Up Call" For The Auto Industry
“Things used to happen too slowly” before Tesla, Benedetto Vigna said in a recent interview.
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Segway’s refurb Ninebot D40X electric scooter with seat falls to $415 (Orig. $850) in New Green Deals
If you’ve been in the market for a new electric scooter to ride around town this spring on, we have you covered. Woot is running a sale on various models from Segway for the next week in refurbished condition with 90-day warranties. Leading the way is the Ninebot D40X electric scooter with a built-in seat at $415 from its typical $850 list price, which is 51% off and marks a new all-time low that we’ve tracked. Ready to travel over 23 miles on a single charge at up to 18.6 MPH, this is a great way to travel around the city this spring without using a single drop of gas or oil. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and 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 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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Rad Power Bikes' RadWagon 4 Is Back On Sale After Recall
The popular electric cargo bike is expected to hit the road again in March 2023.
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Ford announces $3.5B Michigan LFP battery factory with China’s CATL in 2026
Ford today announced a significant move to LFP batteries for its electric vehicle line, partnering with China’s CATL first for Chinese LFP batteries and then technology for the rumored factory Ford plans to build in Michigan.
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ZEEKR competes Series A funding valued at $13B ahead of EU entry and potential US IPO
Geely Holding group announced that its all-electric brand ZEEKR has welcomed a $750 million Series A funding round led by major companies like battery giant CATL. Upon completion of the five member investment, ZEEKR will be valued at $13 billion as it looks to expand to new markets in Europe and a possible IPO in the US.
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Check out the first images of the 2025 Ram 1500 REV all-electric pickup
Ram Trucks revealed its first electric pickup, the Ram 1500 REV, in production form for the first time in a bizarre super bowl ad. Check out the first images of it below.
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Audi RS6 E-Tron Spotted Testing As Future Tesla Model S Plaid Rival
The beefier body kit compared to the A6 e-tron, bigger brake discs and calipers, and staggered tire setup hint at an Audi Sport model.
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