BYD’s new Blade EV Battery 2.0 unlocks 1,000+ km pure electric range and ultra-fast charging

BYD’s ultra-luxe electric sedan, the Yangwang U7, will be the first to feature the new Blade Battery 2.0. The new EV battery boasts a pure electric range of 1,006 km (625 miles) under CLTC conditions.

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Heybike launches new lightweight commuter e-bike that retains the speed and power

Electric bike maker Heybike has just officially unveiled its latest model, the Venus, a lightweight commuter-focused e-bike designed to bridge the gap between practical urban transportation and relaxed recreational riding. The new model launches with a starting MSRP of $1,499 and brings together a relatively powerful drivetrain, long claimed range, and a lighter frame package aimed at everyday riders. 

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Lithium shortages could hit by 2028 as EV demand surges

Global lithium demand could top 13 million tonnes by 2050 if the world moves fast on clean energy, according to Wood Mackenzie’s latest Energy Transition Outlook for Lithium. The warning is blunt: Without major new investment, lithium shortages could start as early as 2028.

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Elon’s dirty deals, Tesla’s credit losses, and electric semi trucks save BIG money

On today’s disturbingly dirty episode of Quick Charge, Elon Musk is undoing nearly two decades of decarbonization by pumping out massive amounts of pollution to keep his xAI and Grok slop-machines rolling – and hurting some of America’s most vulnerable communities at the same time.

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Costco rolls out a stackable discount on Polestar, Chevy EV models

If you’ve been thinking about driving electric, Costco is back with another limited-time deal, and this time it’s on Polestar and Chevy EV models.

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Report shows progress towards even cleaner EV supply chains, Tesla leads

A new report produced by a coalition of environmental and social advocacy groups details forward progress being made across the industry towards more sustainable supply chains, with Tesla leading the pack and Chinese brands standing out as making the quickest progress in the last year.

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Aptera (SEV) completes first Solar EV build off its validation assembly line

Aptera Motors, “the little startup that could,” announced another important milestone today, completing the first example of its flagship solar EV on its validation assembly line in Southern California. You go, Aptera.

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Toyota’s luxury brand kills off its first electric SUV with a new EV launching in 2026

Lexus has officially axed the UX 300e from its lineup, its first 100% electric vehicle. The RZ is now the only EV that Toyota’s luxury brand offers, but that will change soon.

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First savings on Navee G5/G5 Max scooters from $500, Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus and HomePower 3600 Plus flash sale, Aventon, more

We’ve got a jam-packed Tuesday Green Deals for you this week, led by the first-ever discounts on the Navee G5 Electric Scooter and its longer-range G5 Max variant starting from $500. Right behind those is Jackery’s current Tax Season flash sale that is offering the best 2026 pricing on Explorer 5000 Plus and HomePower 3600 Plus power station units starting from $2,799, as well as Aventon’s Pace 4 Smart Step-Through Cruiser e-bike with a FREE $136 bundle at its $1,599 low, an EGO Multi-Head system bundle deal, and so much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ENGWE M20 3.0 Moped-Style e-bike launch deal, the full lineup of EcoFlow EcoCredits Monthly Madness sale offers that end tomorrow night, 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.

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The BMW iX4 is almost here and it looks even better than expected

The 2027 iX4 is set to join BMW’s electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a new coupe SUV-like style to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted testing in Sweden, giving us a closer look at what to expect.

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