Elon wants to rebuild exploded Cybertruck, Canadian cons, other bizarre EV news

On today’s challenging episode of Quick Charge, Elon seems serious about rebuilding the Cybertruck that exploded outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas. Meanwhile, there are questions about Tesla’s record-setting weekend in Canada, and lots, lots more.

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Apple Maps EV Routing adds Tesla Supercharger (NACS) support for Ford drivers

Apple is rolling out a notable update to Apple Maps EV Routing for Ford drivers. Starting today, Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning drivers can use Apple Maps EV Routing via CarPlay to plan road trips that include Tesla Superchargers – or any station that uses the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector.

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Tesla (TSLA) insider trading: Elon’s friend James Murdoch just unloaded $13 million

James Murdoch, a Tesla board member and friend of CEO Elon Musk, has confirmed that he sold about $13 million in stock today as the stock (TSLA) crashed.

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Mercedes’ new electric people mover is coming soon: Here’s a sneak peek at the luxe EV van

The next generation of Mercedes-Benz luxury vans is almost here. Mercedes’ first luxury electric van, based on its new VAN.EA platform, is now in Arjeplog, Sweden, for winter testing. The new platform will serve as the base for upcoming VIP private vans, high-end limousines, luxury all-arounders, and much more.

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MOD Spring Sale launches Groove 3 beach cruiser e-bike at $650 off, EcoFlow solar generator flash sale from $1,199, GE, more

We’re starting this week’s Green Deals by welcoming MOD’s new and improved Groove Step-Thru 3 Beach Cruiser e-bike to the scene at $1,849 ($650 off), which is joining the other e-bikes under the brand’s flag for its Spring Sale event through most of the month. We’ve also got the penultimate, limited-time flash sale from EcoFlow on both the DELTA 3 and DELTA 2 MAX solar generator bundles that start from $1,199 – which will be ending tonight, so don’t dawdle there. Lastly, GE’s Smart Combo Electric Washer & Dryer with Ventless Heat Pump has fallen to $2,100 right now, giving you the chance to save space or double up units for quicker laundry routines with some significant savings. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend.

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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Ford is plowing billions into Europe to fend off the surge of low-cost Chinese EVs

Ford is investing billions in Europe as it struggles to keep pace with the wave of Chinese and other low-cost EVs hitting the market. With another 4.4 billion euros ($4.8 billion) in funding, Ford looks to turn things around, but it’s also calling on lawmakers to do more.

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Spacruzzi opens 2025 reservations for limited builds of its all-electric hot tub boats

What’s better than an all-electric boat? An all-electric boat with a hot tub in it. Niche boatbuilder Spacruzzi made waves (but limited wake) last year with an electric hot tub boat model showcased around the US, including Lake Tahoe and even on the Chicago River. For 2025, Spacruzzi has introduced a sleeker and more refined version of its electric boat and opened its waiting list for a limited number of builds scheduled for this year.

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Destroyed Cybertruck used in Vegas bombing is for sale, Musk said Tesla would rebuild it

The Tesla Cybertruck used in the Las Vegas bombing appears to have landed in an auction for sale as salvaged, still destroyed. CEO Elon Musk said Tesla would put it back on the road.

Good luck with that.

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Segway’s new Ninebot Max G3 scooter brings more speed, more tech, and more everything

If you’ve ever thought, “Man, I wish my scooter was faster, smoother, and had more underglow,” then Segway has been reading your mind. The company just opened pre-orders for its new Ninebot Max G3, the latest in its Max series, and it’s packing more features than ever before.

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Kia opens EV4 orders in Korea with +330 miles range and it starts at under $30,000

Kia’s first electric sedan, the EV4, has officially hit the market. Kia opened EV4 orders at under $30,000 (41.92 million won) in South Korea ahead of its global rollout. It even has the longest driving range of any Hyundai Motor Group EV rated with over 330 miles (533 km).

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