Here’s why Rivian’s (RIVN) stock is down today even after its big Q4 milestone

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Rivian (RIVN) shares hit a new yearly low on Monday, dropping nearly 10%. Despite achieving its first gross profit in Q4, Rivian’s stock is taking a beating due to mixed analyst opinions. Here’s what they’re saying.

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Sony opens its first retail store for upcoming AFEELA EV, in Los Angeles

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The upcoming AFEELA EV, a joint effort between Sony and Honda, is now available for viewing to the public in Los Angeles, in advance of its scheduled California release in 2026.

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Rad’s upgraded RadRunner Plus and RadRunner 3 Plus e-bikes from $1,299 low, Bluetti AC180P at exclusive new $487 low, more

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We’re starting this week’s Green Deals by shining a spotlight back on the crazy new low prices coming from Rad Power’s latest sale, this time on the RadRunner Plus and RadRunner 3 Plus Utility e-bikes that are down at $1,299 and $1,699 while supplies last. Next, we have an exclusive new low for our readers on the Bluetti AC180P Portable Power Station at $487 coming from Wellbots. Following behind these are Worx’s 12A 350 CFM Trivac Electric Leaf Blower/Vacuum/Mulcher at $79, among other tools, as well as a limited Lightning deal on Anker’s PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh Power Bank Station for $90 (currently at 7% claimed while writing this). 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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BMW vows next-gen EV batteries will slash costs and boost range by 30%

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BMW is preparing for a “technological quantum leap ” with its next-gen EV batteries. The German automaker claims its new tech will deliver 30% more driving range, 30% faster charging, and perhaps, most importantly, at a cheaper price.

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Tesla loses two of its top car designers

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Tesla has lost two of its top car designers, including a founding member of its design studio, amid a broader…

BYD takes aim at younger buyers with the sleek new Qin L EV: Here’s a sneak peek

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BYD wants to attract a new generation of drivers with its new Qin L EV. The midsize electric sedan is aimed at younger buyers as the world’s largest EV maker expands into new markets. BYD dropped a teaser on Monday, giving us our first look at the new EV. Check it out below.

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California town seeks to criminalize wheelies on ’75 mph electric bikes’

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In a reflection of growing sentiment in the US against reckless electric bike riders, one California town is preparing to enact a series of new restrictions and legal clarifications for e-bike riders.

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Autonomous warehouse robot maker Ati scores $20 million Series B

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Automation and warehouse robots have been changing the way we ship and store goods for decades. In a post-Altman/OpenAI world, though, we get to call that kind of autonomous operation “AI” and slap a multimillion dollar valuation on it – which is exactly what Ati Motors did.

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Tesla announces Model S and Model X refresh later this year

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A Tesla executive has announced that the automaker plans to update its Model S and Model X vehicle programs later this year.

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Huawei Maextro set to challenge Maybach, Rolls-Royce in China with 852 hp

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Packing up to 852 hp and a cutting-edge technology stack developed by Huawei, Chinese luxury brand Maextro just revealed its latest entry into the Mercedes-Maybach EQS and Rolls-Royce Spectre segment of ultra-luxe EVs. Meet the all-new Maextro S800.

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