GM announced today the launch of a pilot program with PG&E in California to test the use of electric vehicles for home backup power.

The automaker has also teased using the upcoming Chevy Silverado EV electric pickup for the feature, which appears to be essential for upcoming new electric pickup trucks.

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When I think of Tern and its popular electric cargo e-bikes, I think of two things: Incredible quality and incredibly expensive. But with the launch of its latest model today, the Tern Quick Haul, one of those things is fading away, and it’s not the quality.

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Smart, or optimized, EV charging – automatically and strategically shifting when an EV charges – could significantly reduce transportation sector emissions, according to a new report from nonprofit RMI and environmental tech nonprofit WattTime.

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Are you planning spring outings now that the weather is warming up? Well, something that should be in every go bag is a portable charger should you need emergency power while away from home. Today, we’re showcasing a that features dual 2.1A USB-A output and features a built-in solar panel, meaning you can easily power up while away from home. It’s on sale for $40 right now, making a great time to pick up. 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, more on why going electric for your yard tools like the mower on sale is important, 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 Yadea KS5 Pro electric scooter isn’t some low-performance, toss-it-after-a-month-type of electric scooter. The largest electric scooter company in China made sure to pack it full of performance, features, and value. I spent several weeks testing the KS5 Pro electric scooter, as well as also trying out Yadea’s smaller KS3 scooter, and I’d definitely recommend them both.

Here’s why.

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