Ford Performance unveils Super Mustang Mach-E that will compete at Pikes Peak 2025

Do we smell a three-peat? The team at Ford Performance is once again competing at the annual Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, and this year is bringing a “Super” version of the all-electric Mustang Mach-E… At least we think there’s a Mach-E in there somewhere.

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Heybike Hero carbon fiber all-terrain e-bikes at new lows from $2,199 ($600 off), Bluetti AC200L solar bundle $1,649, EGO, more

This week’s closing Green Deals is being led by a massive and unexpected price cut on Heybike’s Hero Carbon Fiber All-Terrain e-bikes to new low prices, with the 1,000W rear-hub model at $2,199 ($400 off), while the 750W mid-drive model is at $2,499 ($600 off). Bluetti has some member-only deals running through the weekend, like the AC200L Solar Generator bundle with two 200W panels for $1,649. We also spotted EGO’s advanced 56V 22-inch Cordless Electric Self-Propelled Lawn Mower that comes with select cut and touch drive tech and a 10.0Ah battery for $999, as well as Greenworks 80V 770 CFM Cordless Electric Leaf Blower with a 4.0Ah battery at $220. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EcoFlow EcoCredits May Madness event that ends tonight, Hiboy’s Father’s Day EV sale, 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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Meyer Burger just shut down its US solar factory and laid off 282 workers

Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger has just pulled the plug on its US solar module factory in Arizona and laid off nearly 300 workers.

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Mazda’s new electric SUV hits dealerships with over 20,000 pre-orders in China

Mazda calls it a “dream car.” The EZ-60 is about the size of a Tesla Model Y, and it will be sold globally. After racking up over 20,000 pre-orders in just over two weeks, Mazda’s new electric SUV is now arriving at dealerships across China.

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Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is here as IONIQ 9 deliveries kick off across the US

Hyundai handed over one of the first IONIQ 9 models to customers in the US on Friday, marking the start of deliveries for its new three-row electric SUV.

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Hyundai vehicles are about to get more expensive with price hikes expected across its lineup

Another automaker is preparing to raise vehicle prices in the US. As soon as next week, Hyundai is expected to hike prices across its entire lineup.

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Opinion: it’s time to start recommending some Tesla Powerwall alternatives

For years, Tesla Powerwall has been the go-to recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first home solar and battery backup solutions. Its CEO’s recent involvement in controversial politics, however, means that people are now distancing themselves from the once-trailblazing company.

It begs the question: what other home solar battery solutions are there?

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Elon Musk is starting to realize Trump and GOP are killing Tesla

Elon Musk is starting to realize, or at least admit, that Trump and the GOP are going to hurt Tesla greatly by removing battery and solar incentives without removing incentives for fossil fuels.

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Genesis GV90 spotted in the US, offering a sneak peek at its ultra-luxe interior

The GV90 is set to raise the bar as the most luxurious Genesis SUV. If you thought the GV80 was impressive, wait until you see this larger, three-row electric flagship. After it was recently spotted in the US, we are getting our first glimpse of the ultra-luxe Genesis GV90’s interior.

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GM takes over as the ‘#1 EV seller’ in Canada

After its electric vehicle sales more than doubled in the first quarter, GM claims it’s now the “#1 EV seller” in Canada. With a full lineup of 13 all-electric vehicles, GM sold more EVs than Tesla in Canada.

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