Rivian and Ford chase Pike’s Peak glory, China’s angry, and pricing news

on this special Juneteenth edition of Quick Charge: Rivian and Ford are chasing Pike’s Peak glory with their own takes on the best way to get a 1000+ hp electric truck up the mountain. Meanwhile, it’s Ford vs. Ferrari again in terms of who has the most attractive price for their prancing horse, Chinese car brands want a trade war, and Shell has an ultra-fast megawatt charging solution good for both land AND sea!

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Mississippi’s first utility-scale wind farm is officially online

Mississippi officially launched its first utility-scale wind farm yesterday, and it’s got the tallest onshore wind turbines in the US.

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Lectric’s XPeak off-road e-bike now $1,399 with extra battery, ALLPOWERS power station sale, Greenworks tool roundup, more

Headlining today’s Green Deals is the extended summer sale from Lectric eBikes that has increased savings on e-bike bundles up to $727 off, with the XPeak Off-Road e-bikes rising to $1,399, but now including a free extra battery for double the mileage. It is joined by ALLPOWERS’ ongoing sales event that is taking up to 45% off its power stations, solar generator bundles, and accessories starting from $89. And bringing up the rear is the Greenworks GW1900 Electric Pressure Washer that is back at the $120 low for today only – with a roundup of the other 80V Greenworks tools that are seeing discounts at both Best Buy and Amazon. You’ll also find the lowest current price on the GoTrax Z4 Pro Foldable e-bike down among the links. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well.

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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Lucid Ocean? With Fisker now bankrupt, another EV automaker is swooping in on the trademark

Could “Ocean” be a potential nameplate for an upcoming BEV model from Lucid? It’s certainly possible following a recent filing submitted by the American automaker to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Sorry, Fisker.

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How BYD’s EV batteries will soon power up tens of thousands of electric motorcycles

Electric motorcycles are likely not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of BYD, the world’s leading electric car maker. But thanks to a new agreement, the company’s batteries are heading to Africa, where they’ll be used in Ampersand’s electric motorcycles.

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Ford Mach-E EV lease prices drop below gas-powered Mustang with new discounts

You can now drive an electric Ford Mustang Mach-E for less than the gas-powered model. With an up to 400% discount, Ford Mach-E lease prices are considerably cheaper.

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Ferrari is preparing to launch its first EV sports car, but it will come with a hefty price tag

The first fully electric Ferrari is coming soon. Ferrari is preparing to launch its first electric sports car, but it will come with a hefty price tag. The first Ferrari EV sports car will cost over $500,000 (500,000 euros). Here’s what you can expect.

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Electric, autonomous tech + EV demand driving mining equipment market growth

Rising demand for nickel, lithium, and phosphates combined with the natural benefits of electrification are driving the adoption of electric mining machines. At the same time, a persistent operator shortage is boosting demand for autonomous machines.

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Flying electric ferries battle to smoothly sail commuters over the wave crests

As electric boats slowly gain market share among recreational boaters, a different breed of silent, efficient speed boats is now targetting commuters. Hydrofoil electric ferries are coming to a river or lake near you, and multiple companies are working to make it happen.

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Flying electric ferries battle to smoothly sail commuters over the wave crests

As electric boats slowly gain market share among recreational boaters, a different breed of silent, efficient speed boats is now targetting commuters. Hydrofoil electric ferries are coming to a river or lake near you, and multiple companies are working to make it happen.

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