Podcast: Tesla has another Cyberflop, lots of cheap Ford electric pickups, VW in trouble, and more
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 latest Cyberflop, lots of cheap Ford electric pickups, VW in trouble, and more.
Tesla’s new rare-earth-free EV motor is a big deal, but not THAT big a deal
Alongside Tesla’s low-key Cybercab event this week, the company showed off its new rare earth-free Cybercab motor, which reportedly increases power density and efficiency significantly.
It’s some kind of an achievement, but to understand how much of an achievement it is, we must first understand what all of this actually means. Strap in.
ENGWE E26 3.0 full suspension all-terrain e-bike launch deal, Navee Labor Day e-scooter sale, Tenways Wayfarer e-bike $877 off, more
Whereas yesterday’s Green Deals mostly focused on power stations, today’s edition is all about EV Labor Day deals, starting with the $699 off launch deal for ENGWE’s E26 3.0 Dual-Motor Full Suspension All-Terrain e-bike at $1,799. Right behind it we have both a spotlight on Navee’s premium UT5 Ultra X Electric SuperScooter at a new $1,785 low ahead of the brand’s Labor Day Sale lineup with up to $800 discounts + bonus extra savings. There’s also the Tenways Wayfarer Cruiser e-bike with a FREE $277 bundle at a new $1,599 low, as well as an extra battery bundle on Velotric’s Nomad 2 Off-Road e-bike at $1,999 – plus, more EV sales down below. And don’t forget that you can find the hangover deals from this week at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Segway Labor Day Sale lineup of up to 50% off deals, the exclusive $1,000 Jackery 5,040Wh Explorer 5000 Plus 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.
Macfox X1S e-bike review: More mini-moto than bicycle, yet still street legal
There’s a fairly wide spectrum of moped-style electric bikes these days. Some are essentially conventional e-bikes wearing motorcycle-inspired designs, while others lean so heavily into the mini-moto experience that the pedals start to feel like little more than a legal technicality.
The Macfox X1S definitely falls closer to that second group.
Rivian rolls out RivianOS 2, unifying software across R1 and R2
Rivian is rolling out RivianOS 2, the biggest overhaul of its in-car software since the R1 first shipped. For the first time, it puts every vehicle the company sells on a single software stack.
The update, version 2026.31, started reaching eligible R1 and R2 vehicles today. It brings a rebuilt interface, Unreal Engine 5 graphics, real-time police and speed-camera alerts, and a deeper AI layer Rivian calls Unified Intelligence.
BYD launches its ‘biggest-ever’ sales event in the UK with discounts on PHEVs and EVs
BYD launched an aggressive sales campaign in the UK, its “biggest-ever,” offering over $3,000 off select plug-in and electric vehicles.
Defender’s smaller off-road EV spotted testing ahead of its debut
Defender is preparing to launch its first fully electric SUV, a compact off-roader that’s expected to debut by the end of the year.