Tern launches next-gen Vektron folding e-bike in the US – now with belt drive

Tern’s popular Vektron folding e-bike just got a big upgrade for the US market. The urban mobility brand has announced the launch of the fourth-generation Vektron, now available in two models, including a long-awaited belt-drive option that promises lower maintenance and a cleaner ride.

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The new 2026 Lexus ES is an upgrade in just about every way [Video]

Lexus claims the new ES “takes sedan styling, luxury, and refinement to a higher level” with a complete redesign. With the 2026 ES arriving soon, Lexus offered a closer look at the upgrades inside and out.

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Peak Energy’s $500M deal will deploy the world’s largest sodium-ion battery system

Burlingame, California-based Peak Energy just scored a huge win for sodium-ion batteries. The company announced a multi-year deal with utility-scale battery storage developer Jupiter Power to supply up to 4.75 GWh of sodium-ion battery systems between 2027 and 2030.

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The Cadillac Lyriq just got a lot more affordable after lease prices drop by $115 a month

Cadillac’s luxury electric SUV is suddenly pretty affordable. The Cadillac Lyriq saw the biggest price drops this fall, with lease prices down $115 a month since October.

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Tesla launches new Model Y+ with 510 miles (821 km) of range

Tesla has launched a new version of the Model Y in China, and it’s achieving an impressive new range rating – thanks to a new battery cell from South Korea’s LG.

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Another Japanese automaker is pushing back its EV plans, blaming slower sales

Subaru joins Toyota and Honda as the latest major Japanese automaker that plans to delay key EV projects to focus on hybrids.

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EcoFlow DELTA 3 1000 Air power station and bundles launch with up to $640 savings, Autel’s new solar outdoor cameras, Lectric, more

Today’s Green Deals are jam-packed with new releases – either getting first-time savings or seeing new low prices – and more. Our headliner today is EcoFlow’s newly launched DELTA 3 1000 Air Portable Power Station and bundles with up to $640 in early-bird savings starting from $299. We also have the first savings hitting Autel’s new two and four-camera Outdoor Wireless Solar Security kits that boast some unique features and start from $249, as well as EcoFlow’s latest 10,000mAh to 27,650mAh RAPID power banks at new lows starting from $66, ALLPOWERS’ new Volix P300 Portable Power Station and bundles, Lectric’s Black Friday Battery Sale, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Segway early Black Friday Sale lineup, the $1,082 exclusive savings on nine refurbished Anker SOLIX units, 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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Waymo expands service map and adds freeway access to three major US cities

Robotaxi network Waymo is continuing to expand the reach and capabilities of its driverless vehicles to public riders in new cities. Today, the Alphabet, Inc. subsidiary announced freeway trips in three major US cities, as well as an expansion of its service availability in a familiar region.

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Volkswagen EVs finally get access to Tesla Superchargers (for real this time)

Volkswagen EVs can finally use Tesla Superchargers starting November 18th, after the better part of a year worth of delays getting the system up and running.

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Toyota opens the doors to its first EV battery plant in the US, but that’s not all

Production is now underway at Toyota’s new $13.9 billion battery plant in North Carolina, the company’s first outside Japan.

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