In a first, renewables generate more power than coal globally

Solar and wind power aren’t just keeping up with global electricity demand anymore – they’re pulling ahead. According to a new analysis from energy think tank Ember, solar and wind combined outpaced global electricity demand growth in the first half of 2025. That shift led to a drop in both coal and gas generation compared to the same period last year. For the first time ever, renewables generated more power than coal globally.

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Porsche Cayenne Electric first look and ride: does it outclass Tesla’s Model X?

As Porsche continues its communication campaign for the all-electric Cayenne (Cayenne Electric) the company invited us to get a detailed look at some of the advancements in technology behind it.

They consider the Cayenne Electric to be a platform for innovation and a reflection of Porsche’s commitment to electric, not just a product line update.

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Everything we know about Tesla’s new model launching this week

Tesla is planning to launch a new vehicle this week, which is expected to be a new base variant of the Model Y – often referred to as a “stripped-down Model Y.”

Here’s everything we know about the new electric vehicle.

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Lucid (LCID) reports record Q3 deliveries and EV production, but it may not be enough

Lucid Group (LCID) announced another record quarter, with both deliveries and EV production rising in Q3. Despite the growth, it may still not be enough to hit its annual goal for 2025.

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A new Nissan LEAF NISMO could be coming — this time with the upgraded model

Nissan is tossing around the idea of a new Nissan LEAF NISMO again, but this time it will be based the newly upgraded version.

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From $189 a month: 5 of the best EV lease deals in October

We’ve got good news – EV lease prices look much better than expected, despite the end of the federal tax credit and 25% import tariff being in place. Prices have crept up compared to last month, but several automakers have stepped in to fill the gap by covering the $7,500 credit themselves or adding extra incentives – and the price of one EV even dropped. Here are October’s top EV lease deals, spotted by our friends at CarsDirect.

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Lectric offers up to $720 in Prime Day e-bike savings from $999, Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 station at exclusive new $629 low, more

We’re less than 24 hours away from the kick-off of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event, but that doesn’t mean savings aren’t already well underway. Leading today’s Green Deals is Lectric’s Better-Than-Prime Sale that is offering up to $720 in savings on e-bike bundles, with the second-ever price cut on the premium ONE Long-Range Belt-Drive Commuter e-bike to its $1,899 low, while also getting $220 in FREE gear, among other increased offers. We also secured $870 in exclusive savings on the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station at a new $629 low, and you can pick up the latest Schumacher 12A Level 1 Portable EV Charger at $128 – plus, even more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about all the hangover deals from last week collected at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our latest edition of Electrified Weekly.

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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Kia is killing off its cheap box car that was once a star

Love it or hate it, the Kia Soul always stood out with its funky, box-like design. Kia is dropping the infamous box car from its lineup at the end of 2025, but promises more exciting vehicles will replace it.

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Kia’s smallest EV is full of big surprises

It’s almost here. Kia is about to introduce its smallest, most affordable electric vehicle yet. Although the EV2 is tiny, Kia promises it will look and feel much larger both inside and out.

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Ford finally built an electric Bronco, and it looks wild

The electric Bronco is real, and it might be Ford’s coolest EV yet. With the new electric SUV now on sale in China, Ford is showing off a few extra goodies it’s giving early buyers, including a roof tent for camping.

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