Rivian R1T makes its way overseas in neon green to charge up MEVCO’s fleet

Rivian’s all-electric R1T pickup looks even better in neon green. The R1T is more than an electric truck. It’s an adventure vehicle built for “whatever you call a road.” Its latest venture will go where most wouldn’t dare, as the Rivian R1T will be used to charge up the mining industry.

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Lotus confirms 2024 Emeya has Car Key support you can control from an iPhone or Apple Watch

Almost a year after compatibility was listed as pending; Lotus has confirmed Apple Car Key capabilities are on the way to new all-electric Emeya owners. Lotus now joins a select group of vehicles that allow drivers to perform several access functions from the Wallet of their iPhone or Apple Watch.

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Kia is recalling 1,200 EV6 and Niro EVs over faulty drive shafts

Kia is recalling just over 1,200 EV6 and Niro EVs over a faulty drive shaft that can result in a loss of power.

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GOTRAX CTI e-bike now just $699, Anker power stations from $180, Greenworks electric pressure washers, more

Starting off this week’s best deals at the lead is the GOTRAX CTI Step-Over e-bike at $699. It is joined by a collection of Anker power stations that are seeing discounts up to 42% off, with the biggest deal in the bunch being the Anker SOLIX C1000 with a 200W Solar Panel for $899. Greenworks is also offering another multi-day sale, this time taking 20% off a selection of electric pressure washers, with one model in particular seeing a combined 40% discount. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.

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.

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Here are all the confirmed EV ads airing during the 2024 Super Bowl [Videos]

The NFL’s “big game” is less than a week away, and companies with deep pockets are starting to tease the ads that will air on Sunday. If you’re an EV enthusiast, the trend of all-electric models dominating the automotive ad category will continue during this year’s Super Bowl. Below are the commercials that have been confirmed will air during this year’s game.

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Researchers achieve super-safe, ultrafast Li-ion battery charging

In a significant advancement for EV technology, researchers at Chung-Ang University in South Korea have made a breakthrough in lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery charging times and safety.

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Idiots are already driving on Tesla Autopilot with Apple Vision Pro on their faces

Idiots have always had a great capacity to find new ways to abuse Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta. Their latest innovation is using the new Apple Vision Pro headset.

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Polestar (PSNY) stock slips after Hertz delays plans to buy EVs

Polestar (PSNY) shares are falling Monday after car rental giant Hertz (HTZ) announced plans to delay buying its EVs this year.

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Mercedes eSprinter first drive: here’s the deal – it’s a van, but it’s electric

Mercedes invited us out to drive the new eSprinter, the electric version of Mercedes’ cargo van, and if there’s one thing I want you to understand about it is: it’s a van, but it’s electric.

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Paris votes to triple SUV parking fees – and this includes electric ones

Parisians have voted to triple the parking costs for SUVs – including heavier electric ones and hybrids. This Sunday, the city held a referendum, with Parisians voting 56.6% in favor of increased parking fees for SUVs and heavy sedans, of all varieties.

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