Scientist exposes anti-wind groups as oil-funded. Now they want to silence him.

Oil-funded groups are engaging in strategic harassment to stop scientists from revealing the nature of their politically-linked disinformation networks – in what should be a surprise to nobody.

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EcoFlow Labor Day Sale takes up to 62% off power stations with new releases, EV bundles, free gifts, and extra savings from $90, more

Kicking off this week’s Green Deals is EcoFlow’s newly launched Labor Day Sale that is taking up to 62% off power stations and accessories, complete with new power bank releases, EV + power station bundles, free gifts at certain price thresholds, and bonus savings – all starting from $90. We also have the brand’s parallel 48-hour flash sale with three units seeing up to 59% discounts, including an expanded DELTA 3 Plus bundle at a new $1,049 low, as well as Velotric’s Labor Day e-bike sale with up to $670 savings, like the lightweight T1 ST Urban Commuter e-bike back at $1,299 and getting a free cargo rack, among others. We also spotted a significant Jackery bundle option, one-day-only Anker SOLIX and Greenworks deals, and more waiting for you below. Plus, all the hangover savings from last week are at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our latest Electrified Weekly edition.

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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The Cadillac Optiq vs other electric SUVs: Who’s got the most rear cargo space?

The Optiq is Cadillac’s most affordable electric SUV, and it’s already winning over drivers from other brands. Cadillac claims the new entry-level Optiq EV has “segment-best” rear cargo space, but how does it compare to other popular electric SUVs?

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‘Tesla could fall 90% tomorrow, and I wouldn’t buy a share’, says top 1% fund manager

A growing star in the small world of fund managers, David Giroux, has some harsh words for the current stock market and Tesla’s stock in particular.

He said he would not touch Tesla’s stock even if it dropped 90%.

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IRS gives a little more time for electric car buyers to secure the $7,500 tax credit

The IRS has updated the terms of the phase-out of the federal tax credit for electric vehicles to give buyers a little more time to secure the $7,500 tax credit.

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This German automaker just became the latest to back off its plans to go all in on EVs

Another German automaker is scaling back EV plans will continue offering hybrid and ICE vehicles. The company claims that it’s still the first German brand to offer a fully electrified lineup.

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New e-trike boasts 960W motor, full-suspension and 500 lb capacity

The electric trike world just got a new heavyweight contender. Puckipuppy’s latest release, the Rottweiler, looks like it was built to haul, climb, and cruise with equal confidence. And with full suspension as well as specs like these, it’s hard not to take notice.

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Car dealer lobby sues new EV brands to ensure you have a bad time buying them

Car dealers, who have long been a roadblock in the rollout of EVs in the US, are continuing with their old tricks and filing lawsuits against new spinoff EV brands, like Sony Honda’s Afeela and VW’s Scout, which had hoped to extricate themselves from the dealership model.

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Toyota’s new C-HR EV SUV looks surprisingly sharp after being spotted on set

Is Toyota’s new 2026 C-HR the affordable electric SUV we’ve been waiting for? The revamped EV SUV was spotted with a stylish new look while filming a commercial.

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Early Chinese Tesla Model Y L reviews show good dynamics, cramped 3rd row

Tesla released its larger, six-seat Model Y L in China one week ago, and now we’re starting to get an idea of what it’s capable of from the earliest reviews.

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