Tesla Cybercabs spotted testing, unsurprisingly with steering wheels

A new sighting of Tesla Cybercab prototypes in Austin, Texas, is fueling the ongoing debate about the vehicle’s design. While the prototypes were spotted with steering wheels, which is standard for testing, it raises questions about whether Tesla can actually stick to its plan to launch the vehicle without them given the state of its self-driving effort.
Tesla (TSLA) does something unsual ahead of Q4 delivery results

In a surprising move, Tesla (TSLA) has publicly released a delivery consensus for the fourth quarter of 2025 via a press release on its investor relations website. This is a significant departure from the automaker’s standard operating procedure, suggesting it is trying to get ahead of what looks to be a disappointing quarter.
Google just spent $4.75B chasing power for AI data centers

Alphabet is buying energy and data center developer Intersect for $4.75 billion in cash, plus the assumption of debt – a clear signal that securing power, not just servers, has become one of Google’s biggest bottlenecks as AI demand explodes.
Is now the best time to buy an EV as year-end deals wrap up?

Is the end of the year the best time to buy a vehicle? With some older EV models piling up on the lot, you might be able to score some extra savings.
EIA: All net new generating capacity in 2026 may be renewables

During the first 10 months of 2025, solar and battery storage have dominated growth among competing energy sources. Further, all net new generating capacity in 2026 is forecast to be provided by renewable energy and batteries, according to data recently released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign.
$29K Dodge Charger — is this 50% off EV deal too good to miss?

We talk all about the whys and hows behind the all-electric Dodge Charger failing to light up the sales boards the way it lit up its rear tires, but with a base price around $60,000 it hardly seemed to matter — now that Dodge dealers are slashing prices by nearly 50%, however, is this retro EV finally worth a look?
EcoFlow December EcoCredits Madness sale with up to 68% power station savings from $48, Lectric extended e-bike sale, EGO, more

After plenty of holiday celebrations, we’re kicking off our final 2025 week of Green Deals with EcoFlow’s latest December Holiday EcoCredits Madness sale that is combining some of the Christmas savings we saw previously with plenty of extra promotional savings and rewards. One notable bundle amongst the bunch is EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro Portable Power Station with 2x 220W solar panels and a FREE protective bag at $1,799. We also spotted Lectric shuffling around its Holiday e-bike sale, with returning bundles over price cuts, like the XPeak 2.0 Off-Road e-bikes with up to $583 in FREE gear starting from $1,499, as well as EcoFlow’s latest 48-hour flash sale that is offering accessory bundles at new lows starting from $999, and much more waiting for you below.
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.
EV battery leader CATL is gearing up for sodium-ion batteries in 2026

CATL is already dominating the global electric vehicle battery market, but now the company is saying sodium-ion batteries will be widely available by the end of 2026.
New California law will target the parents of child e-bike riders

Another year and another set of e-bike restrictions. California riders are about to see some notable changes, as several new e-bike and electric motorcycle laws are set to take effect next week. Beginning January 1, 2026, a package of safety-focused regulations will officially go live, aimed at addressing the rapid growth of electric micromobility across the state.

