Mini Cooper maker launches four new electric bicycles with regenerative braking

Cooper Bikes, the company behind the Mini Cooper car, has just unveiled four new electric bicycle models that comprise the brand’s second generation e-bikes.

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Tesla (TSLA) still owns 75% of the US’s electric car market so far this year

According to the latest registration data, Tesla still owns about 75% of the US’s electric car market so far this year with Model Y and Model 3 alone at the top.

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Volta Trucks unveils the 7.5- and 12-ton variants of its fully-electric Volta Zero

Commercial EV manufacturer Volta Trucks has publicly debuted two new variations of its 16-ton Volta Zero. The forthcoming 7.5- and 12-ton variants will complete a four model range Volta Zero trucks and provide smaller and more maneuverable transportation to commercial fleets compared to their larger predecessors.

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Review: Lion Energy Safari ME gives your home (or off-grid site) a massive battery and solar panel package

I recently had the chance to test out the Lion Energy Safari ME portable power station along with the massive battery expansion pack and solar panel package. I don’t say this lightly: This is THE high-capacity portable power station I’d want to bring with me to an off-grid cabin, campsite, or even to have in my garage in case of a natural disaster.

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Quick Charge Podcast: April 25, 2022

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple PodcastsSpotifyTuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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The Boring Company is finally going to make a full-scale version of Elon Musk’s Hyperloop

The Boring Company is finally going to make a full-scale version of Elon Musk’s Hyperloop – a new high-speed mode of transportation – and it is coming as soon as this year.

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EGO’s 21-inch 56V electric mower kicks gas and oil to the curb at $499, more in New Green Deals

Now that we’re getting solidly into spring and summer is on the horizon, it’s time to consider overhauling your yard care routine with gas-free solutions. Right now you can pick up EGO’s POWER+ 56V 21-inch cordless electric lawn mower capable of running up to 60 minutes on a single charge. That’s enough to take care of quarter to half acre lots without recharging, and today it’s on sale for $499 from its normal $599 going rate. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that 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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Tesla CEO Elon Musk officially acquires Twitter to take it private – it’s happening

Twitter announced that it accepted an acquisition offer from Tesla CEO Elon Musk for roughly $44 million and it will become a private company once the transaction is closed.

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New Mexico ski resort looks to reach net-zero emissions with help of a 100% electric snow groomer

Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico recently became the first North American ski resort to use a fully-electric snow groomer, by putting a PistenBully 100 E into operation. This is just one of several actions the mountain village is taking to promote sustainability and achieve its pledge to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.

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Pony.ai becomes first autonomous driving company to receive a taxi license in China

Autonomous driving developer Pony.ai announced it has received a license to operate its self-driving taxis in China, the first company to achieve the permit. Pony.ai will soon have 100 robotaxis in operation throughout Nansha, Guangzhou, charging riders fares alongside traditional taxis.

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