EPA’s Zeldin starts efforts to poison you, raise fuel costs and harm US industry

Lee Zeldin, titular head of the Environmental “Protection” Agency, officially announced several efforts to harm Americans’ health, increase their fuel costs by tens of billions of dollars per year, and to ensure that US manufacturing be less competitive into the future.

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BMW gives a sneak peek at the new i3 and iX3 during final stages of testing [Video]

BMW is preparing to launch its next-gen EVs, promising significantly more range, faster charging, and advanced new tech. With their debut just around the corner, BMW is giving us a closer look at the upcoming i3 and iX3 as it wraps up testing.

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Northvolt files for bankruptcy in Sweden – what now for its $7B Canada EV battery plant?

Northvolt AB today announced that it has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden. It says Northvolt North America is solvent, but what will happen to its massive EV battery plant project in Canada?

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Tesla (TSLA) Q1 delivery estimate on Wall Street is still at 418,000 EVs, but they are dreaming

Tesla (TSLA) delivery consensus from Wall Street is still at 418,000 electric vehicles in Q1 2025, but they are dreaming.

Deliveries are currently tracking about 40,000 units lower.

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GoTrax Everest electric dirt bike $2,021 off at new low and F2 20-inch e-bike for $674, EGO tools from $199, EcoFlow flash sale, more

Today’s Green Deals are being led by new and returning low prices on a pair of GoTrax e-bikes, starting with the brand’s Everest Electric Dirt Bike that is currently $2,021 off at a new $3,979 low. Right behind it is GoTrax’s F2 20-inch Folding e-bike that provides some solid commuting power while retaining a budget-friendly rate at its $674 low. Next, we’re seeing a small selection of new EGO Power+ deals, with the brand’s 56V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw that includes a 5.0Ah battery hitting the best price in years for $249. Lastly, EcoFlow’s Spring Sale has launched the final one-day-only flash sale with three different offerings, the best of them being a DELTA 2 Portable Power Station bundled with a smart extra battery for double the capacity, as well as coming with a protective bag – all for $799, while the other two are on add-on gear. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ALLPOWERS Spring Sale offers, Lectric’s St. Paddy’s Day e-bike deals, 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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Toyota’s new FT-Me is much more than a micro EV, it even has a solar roof

What exactly is the FT-Me, and why do we need one? Toyota unveiled a new micro EV on Thursday, dubbed the FT-Me. It’s small, but Toyota is hyping it up as an affordable alternative. It even has a solar roof to boost range.

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Lexus RZ levels up with more range, power, and it’s even getting its first ‘F Sport’ trim

Lexus just upgraded its electric SUV in nearly every way possible. The 2026 Lexus RZ now has more driving range and power with a fully redesigned BEV system. But, that’s not all. The electric SUV gains a slew of new features, including Lexus’ first Steer-by-Wire system. It’s even getting the F Sport treatment. Here’s our first look at the updated EV.

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Tesla’s new Model Y order backlog in China is less than half of what was reported

Rumors about a large order backlog for Tesla’s new Model Y in China are inaccurate. Demand for the updated vehicle is not near what some people claimed.

It’s still too early to say whether it will enable Tesla to grow its best-selling vehicle program or not.

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Velotric Nomad 2 review: A feature-packed fat-tire e-bike with crazy comfort

Fat-tire electric bikes are all the rage these days, designed to triumph on the trails but just as often seen conquering the pavement. Now the newly-released Velotric Nomad 2 is here to take a slice of that adventure-ready market. Designed for riders who want a mix of commuting practicality and off-road capability, this e-bike brings a powerful motor, excellent comfort, and a surprising amount of premium features at a relatively affordable price. But how well does it actually perform? I put it to the test to find out.

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Former Tesla, Lucid execs form new EV brand Longbow, whose first two models are sharp and ultra-light

A new niche EV brand, Longbow, has emerged into the public eye, hailing itself as ” the first-ever British electric sports car manufacturer. ” It has unveiled its first two featherweight models, inspired by British automotive icons and designed with real-road performance and the overall driver experience in mind. Despite debuting today, the limited hand-built production of these two featherweight EVs is expected to begin relatively quickly, and they start at a price that doesn’t just cater to the affluent.

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