Tesla complains about being target of retaliatory tariffs, and it was right: it’s starting

Tesla’s policy team sent a letter to the US government to complain about potentially being the target of retaliatory tariffs amid Trump’s trade war.

The automaker was right, as Canada is already targeting Tesla directly with a few policy changes.

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The Mercedes CLA EV is finally here and it has nearly 500 miles range: Here’s our first look

The smartest, most efficient Mercedes-Benz has just arrived. Mercedes unveiled the highly anticipated electric CLA today, its new entry-level EV. Will it live up to the hype as the latest Tesla Model 3 challenger? Here’s our first look at the electric Mercedes CLA.

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Toyota hints at Tacoma and 4Runner EVs for the US

The electric Tacoma and 4Runner may not be a pipe dream after all. Toyota is hinting that EV versions of the popular pickup and SUV could be coming to the US.

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Orbea unveils Denna: A fancy shmancy mid-drive electric road bike tuned for gravel

The latest addition to Orbea’s electric road bike lineup is here, and it’s designed to handle more than just pavement. The Orbea Denna, announced today, is a gravel-optimized electric road bike that builds on the company’s previous experience with models like the Gain and Terra. Featuring a mid-drive motor “tuned specifically for off-road conditions”, the Denna aims to blend power, range, and versatility for riders looking to tackle everything from steep climbs to loose trails.

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Save $2,598+ on Anker’s new SOLIX F3800 Plus power station, Rad Power’s Spring Sale extra battery bundles, EGO T6 riding tractor, more

We’ve got some great deals for you in today’s Green Deals, starting with Anker’s latest release of the SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station, which is getting some massive launch savings in the form of a $1,600 price cut and a free 400W solar panel (valued at $899) for $3,199. There’s even more to consider, with several bundle options seeing up to $4,600 in price cuts, as well as the various bonus savings, among others. We’ve also got Rad Power’s Spring Sale with up to $749 in e-bike savings, including continuing RadRunner lows, accessory packages on the latest models, and two extra battery bundles on the RadRover 6 Plus and RadExpand 5 e-bikes starting from $1,299. Bringing up the rear is EGO’s T6 56V 42-inch Cordless Riding Lawn Tractor that is hitting a new $3,499 low, among the brand’s other riding mowers. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s new low price on the GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike, 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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Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are on hold as trims are flying off the ‘bulletproof’ truck

According to Tesla delivery agents, Cybertruck deliveries are on hold. There’s a containment hold as many owners are reporting trims flying off the supposedly ‘bulletproof’ electric truck.

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BYD sub-brand Yangwang to launch ultra-luxe U7 sedan on March 27 with tons of new tech

Yangwang is gearing up to officially launch its long-teased U7 sedan—a third flagship model for BYD’s high-end performance sub-brand. When it hits the market in China later this month, the U7 promises competitive luxury and “groundbreaking technology.”

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Elon Musk is giving Trump another $100 million just after the President did an ad for Tesla

Elon Musk is reportedly giving Trump another $100 million just after the President did an ad for Tesla at the White House.

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Another luxury automaker is tapping into China’s EV tech goldmine

Yet another luxury automaker is looking to cash in on China’s EV tech boom. As legacy OEMs struggle to keep pace, more are turning to Chinese-made tech to help turn things around.

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BETA Technologies completes demonstration eCTOL flights across 6 airports in Utah [Video]

Mere weeks after signing an agreement with Utah Aerospace and Defense to bring Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to the state, eVTOL and eCTOL developer BETA Technologies demonstrated the capabilities of its aircraft through a series of successful flights over the course of three days.

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