The first US offshore wind auction in the Gulf of Mexico was a dud

There was only one bid in the first-ever US offshore wind auction in the Gulf of Mexico today – here’s why it was a bit of a washout.

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The first US offshore wind auction in the Gulf of Mexico was a dud

There was only one bid in the first-ever US offshore wind auction in the Gulf of Mexico today – here’s why it was a bit of a washout.

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Ford is retiring these three gas models to make way for new electric vehicles

Three gas-powered Ford models are out as the Blue Oval brand makes way for new electric vehicles. The move comes as the American automaker looks ahead toward its next-generation EV platform set to spawn a new generation of Ford EVs.

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Kia EV5 will start much cheaper than expected, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y in China

After the new EV5’s debut last week, we are finally learning the starting price of the compact electric SUV. And as a pleasant surprise – the Kia EV5 is much cheaper than initial expectations.

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Kia EV5 will start much cheaper than expected, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y in China

After the new EV5’s debut last week, we are finally learning the starting price of the compact electric SUV. And as a pleasant surprise – the Kia EV5 is much cheaper than initial expectations.

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How an orange cone has become the symbol of opposition to the robotaxi in California

A select group of protestors in the San Francisco Bay area are demobilizing robotaxi EVs operated by companies like Waymo and Cruise by placing orange construction cones over their sensors. While opposition to this technology has been present in small doses for years, the resistance against autonomous vehicles has recently gotten more press following a recent vote to expand the services in California. Is this a fear of autonomy or just a fear of change in general?

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Rad Power Bikes end of summer $700 off e-bike sale, Anker solar power stations, more

As summer comes to an end, Rad Power Bikes is offering some of the best prices ever on its collection of popular e-bikes. With up to $700 off a series of different EVs, the savings today are also joined by discounts on Anker solar power stations and a massive list of other e-bike discounts.

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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Germany OKs Ford’s semi-autonomous BlueCruise feature, enabling hands-free driving

Ford Motor Company has announced that Germany is the next market where customers will gain access to its BlueCruise driver assistance technology. Following approval, Ford drivers in Germany can now take advantage of true hands-free driving on certain roadways.

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Germany OKs Ford’s semi-autonomous BlueCruise feature, enabling hands-free driving

Ford Motor Company has announced that Germany is the next market where customers will gain access to its BlueCruise driver assistance technology. Following approval, Ford drivers in Germany can now take advantage of true hands-free driving on certain roadways.

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Volkswagen’s Rabbit returning as a sporty, nimble electric car in the US?

Is an all-electric Rabbit coming from Volkswagen? The small, nimble Beetle successor (hence Rabbit) was a hit in the US due to its Rabbit-like agility and low cost to own.

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