Rivian adds first Tesla/NACS plugs to its Rivian Adventure Network chargers

Rivian has started adding Tesla/NACS cables to its Rivian Adventure Network, now allowing Tesla vehicles and other brands with NACS ports to charge on Rivian’s charging network.

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Meet the BYD Atto 1 — A $12,000 EV for the masses

BYD officially launched the Atto 1 in Indonesia on Wednesday. Starting at just $12,000 (IDR 195 million), the Atto 1 is now one of the most affordable EVs on the market.

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Bluetti Pioneer MD station at $499 low, Heybike Hauler cargo e-bike from $999 low, Govee garden lights $50 off, EcoFlow, tools, more

Headlining today’s Green Deals is Bluetti’s Pioneer MD Portable Power Station (AKA the AC180T) that has returned to its $499 low that we first saw during Amazon’s Prime Day event. Right behind it, we have the extended $500 discount on Heybike’s Hauler Cargo e-bikes that are at their lowest prices starting from $999, as well as the new Govee Outdoor Garden Lights 2-Pack at $150. From there, we have EcoFlow’s RIVER 3 power station returning to its Prime Day rate, as well as three offers on Greenworks and Worx tools – two of which are only lasting through the rest of the day. All these and more are waiting for you below. Plus, there’s all the hangover savings at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ongoing Aventon Sinch 2 e-bike low, the $114 savings on Autel’s 50A AC Lite level 2 EV charger, 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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It took years, but electric mountain bikes are finally more affordable

Electric mountain biking has long been one of the most exciting – and most expensive – corners of the micromobility world. Riders get to explore rugged trails, climb hills that would leave most lungs gasping, and experience the rush of mountain biking with a little extra electric assist. But for many, the cost of entry has felt more like a brick wall than a welcome gate. Until now.

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Tesla’s own data confirms Autopilot safety regressed in 2025

Tesla released its Autopilot safety report for Q2 2025, confirming that Autopilot safety has regressed so far in 2025.

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Toyota will begin building EVs, electric pickups in new markets in the next few months

Toyota announced plans to begin building electric vehicles in Indonesia this year as it looks to counter surging Chinese rivals. It will be its third country where Toyota produces EVs, following China and Japan. Later this year, Toyota will also begin building electric pickups in another market.

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You can finally get your motorcycle license on an electric, and everyone’s loving it

Getting a motorcycle license just got a little easier – and more electrifying. In a move that could help usher more riders into the electric future, new riders now have a chance to learn on LiveWire electric motorcycles as part of a licensing course.

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Lucid (LCID) is driving EV innovation in America with or without help from Washington

Lucid (LCID) is making big moves to advance electric vehicles in the US. After launching a new alliance with four US producers, Lucid is building a domestic supply chain for EVs to help America keep pace with China and others.

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Kia reveals 7 new PV5 electric van variants — From camper to pickup truck

Kia plans to introduce a series of new models based on the PV5. During its PV5 Tech Day event on Tuesday, Kia revealed plans for seven new body types, including a camper (for the van lifers out there), a “Premium” luxury model, and a pickup truck.

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bp pulse opens massive EV charging hub near LAX Airport, it’s largest in the US to date

EV charging arm bp pulse has cut the ribbon on a long-promised new hub near LAX Airport. This is the first of many “Gigahubs” in the works and has opened as bp pulse’s largest EV charging station in the US.

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