These three EVs just won the top crash safety award from IIHS

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has awarded three new EVs with its top award, the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award.

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Blogger captures first glimpse of Li Auto’s first-ever BEV, and it is unique looking to say the least

A passerby in China caught a look at Li Auto’s upcoming MPV called the Mega – it’s first-ever BEV model, before it officially debuts in December. Li Auto has already been touting the multi-purpose vehicle as a future best seller – despite its price… and its look. See more for yourself.

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Aventon’s top-class Level.2 commuter e-bike now $250 off, Bosch electric water heater $160, more

One of our favorite commuter e-bikes is seeing a rare discount today, as the Aventon Level.2 lands at $1,699. That’s joined by a chance to save on Bosch’s Tronic 4000 electric tankless water heater at $160, as well as some other gear for your electric tool shed. Not to mention this ongoing launch discount on the just-announced Juiced Scorpion X2 at $1,499. But if that doesn’t suit your EV needs, just don’t forget about our usual massive list of other e-bike discounts, too.

Head below for other New Green Deals that 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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This $17,800 EV has vehicle-to-load capabilities, what’s everyone else’s excuse?

Tata Motors has introduced the latest refresh of its flagship Nexon.ev, complete with some notable technological upgrades. While this crossover SUV might not blow every consumer away with its specs, its price tag starting below $18,000 beckons a second look. Additionally, the fact that this ultra-affordable EV offer vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities makes us wonder: Why isn’t every single automaker offering this technology yet?

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Toyota promises new EVs coming in 2026 with nearly 500 miles of range

At the recent launch of its new BEV factory, Toyota vowed its next-generation electric vehicles will deliver longer range and faster charging at a lower price. The Japanese automaker now says its new EVs, due out in 2026, will feature nearly 500 miles of range.

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New petition calls for GM to stand by $30K Chevy Equinox EV starting price

A new petition calls for General Motors to stand by its promise of launching the Chevy Equinox EV with a starting price of “around $30,000.”

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New petition calls for GM to stand by $30K Chevy Equinox EV starting price

A new petition calls for General Motors to stand by its promise of launching the Chevy Equinox EV with a starting price of “around $30,000.”

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Podcast: Tesla Robotaxi concept, Powerwall 3, Cybertruck coating, and more

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the new Tesla Robotaxi concept, Powerwall 3 launch, a possible optional Cybertruck coating, and more.

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Tesla achieves breakthrough in single-piece car casting, report says

Tesla has achieved a breakthrough in making Hot Wheels-like single-piece car casting a reality, according to a new insider report.

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Tesla might offer Cybertruck coating to make it scratch-proof to everything but diamonds

Elon Musk suggested that Tesla might offer an optional coating for Cybertruck that should make the electric pickup scratch-proof to everything except objects with diamond-level hardness.

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