Tesla shares video of its Optimus robot catching up to competition
Tesla has shared a video of the progress of its Optimus humanoid robot, but it still looks like it is catching up to the competition.
The House draft budget kills the 30% residential solar tax credit
The House’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” (yes, it’s really called that) has set an accelerated expiration date of December 31, 2025, for the 30% residential solar tax credit – nearly a decade ahead of its originally planned end date.
GOP proposes sending US EV jobs to China, giving money to elites instead
US republicans have unveiled their new tax proposal, which kills a slew of tax credits to help working families become more energy efficient, improve US air quality, and boost US manufacturing. The republican proposal instead channels that money to wealthy elites, increasing the deficit by trillions of dollars along the way.
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max solar bundle at new $1,424 low, Greenworks latest Pro 2,300 PSI pressure washer $280, Hoverfly e-scooters, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals are four website-exclusive solar generator bundles from EcoFlow’s ongoing Mother’s Day Sale, which is running parallel to its Spring-to-Summer Sale, and feature a new low price on the DELTA 2 Max Power Station with two 220W solar panels and a protective bag for $1,424. If you would prefer the smaller DELTA 2 Power Station, you can grab it at Amazon with a waterproof handbag for $449, which beats out the brand’s direct pricing. There’s also Greenworks’ latest Pro-tier 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washer that has returned to its $280 low, as well as some other notable discounts from the brand. Lastly, for budget commuters, you can hop aboard the Hoverfly X1 Electric Scooter at a new $214 low or the XR Elite Electric Scooter at $202. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s new low prices on the Greenworks 80V Venture 20-inch Utility e-bike, the EGO dual-port mower combo, 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.
Tesla (TSLA) Chinese deliveries dropped to a scary low level
Based on insurance registration, Tesla’s deliveries in China dropped to a scary low level last week despite having ramped up production of the new Model Y.
GM’s new EV battery cells promise more affordable, long-range electric trucks and SUVs
The 2025 Chevy Silverado EV already offers up to 492 miles of range, but GM promises to unlock even more at a lower cost. GM and LG Energy Solution unveiled the “first-ever” lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic EV battery cells. The new battery cells will be used in upcoming GM EV models, especially trucks and SUVs.
Toyota’s bZ electric SUV gets a new name, more range, an NACS port and other upgrades
Toyota upgraded its electric SUV in just about every way possible. The 2026 Toyota bZ is refined from end to end with a fresh new style, more driving range, advanced new tech, and much more. It even has an NACS port, so you can charge at Tesla Superchargers. Here’s our first look at Toyota’s new EV.
Meet ONOX: The all-electric tractor with swappable battery packs
A new company out of Germany called ONOX is bringing sustainable technology to the agriculture industry. After garnering design awards, the ONOX electric tractor prototype is in operation overseas as its makers look to scale and bring its unique modular design, complete with swappable battery packs, to farms everywhere.