Tesla (TSLA) surges on strong sales in China

Tesla (TSLA) stock is surging amid data coming out of China, showing that the automaker will likely deliver a strong quarter in this important market.

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CATL begins mass production of its Qilin batteries with 13% more power than other 4680 cells

According to recent reports out of China, the world’s leading battery manufacturer CATL has successfully achieved mass production of its energy dense Qilin batteries capable of delivering 1,000 km (621 miles) of range. CATL’s new cells utilize the 4680 pack structure and will debut on the upcoming ZEEKR 009 multi-purpose vehicle (MPV).

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Save $1,500 on RYOBI’s 48V 30-inch electric riding mower at $2,499 in New Green Deals

Spring is here, and you might be about to break out the mower and get to cutting the grass. If you’re still using a gas-powered mower, it’s time to upgrade. That’s where RYOBI’s 48V 30-inch electric riding mower comes in. Delivering a 30-inch cut capacity with a battery-powered design, this mower ditches the gas motor to remove the necessity of using gas or oil for lawn chores. It’s on sale for $2,499 right now, which is a full $1,500 off its typical rate and marks a new low that we’ve tracked. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

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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Electric bike tax credit bill reintroduced, providing up to $1,500 off new e-bikes in US

After being originally introduced in 2021, yet faltering before the finish line, a federal incentive for electric bicycle purchases is back on the table. If it passes, Americans could receive a $1,500 tax credit for the purchase of an electric bike.

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Watch Hyundai’s new AI-based robot charge an IONIQ 6 [Video]

Hyundai revealed Tuesday it has developed an EV charging robot that automatically plugs in using a 3D camera-based AI algorithm. Watch how it works on the IONIQ 6 in Hyundai’s latest video below.

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The world saw a record 9.6% growth in renewables in 2022

By the end of 2022, global renewable generation capacity amounted to 3372 gigawatts (GW), growing the stock of renewable power by 295 GW or 9.6%, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

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California may soon see a lot more driverless robotaxis on the road from GM’s Cruise

GM’s self-driving rideshare unit, Cruise, has applied for permission to expand testing of its robotaxi rides throughout all of California. The autonomous driving specialist has already been testing rides for over a year in different cities across three states including San Francisco, but hopes to expand further throughout The Golden State.

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EU bends to Germany’s demands, proposes separate e-fuels category in 2035 combustion ban

According to a draft proposal recently seen by the media, the European Commission has reportedly added an amendment to its 2035 combustion vehicle ban that allows for the sale of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles after the expiry, as long as they run entirely on climate-neutral e-fuels. This move is the latest chapter in a saga to ban ICE vehicles in the EU that has recently been stifled by countries insisting on the additional e-fuel exceptions, led by automotive juggernaut, Germany.

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InMotion V12HT electric unicycle review: I have no business on a high power wheel

Nothing in my life is telling me “You should definitely hop on a high power electric unicycle,” and yet I’m glad I decided to do it anyway. After testing a smaller and lighter InMotion electric unicycle last year, the company offered me a chance to try out a significantly more powerful InMotion V12HT. And it was quite eye-opening.

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Bowlus to become the first fully electric luxury RV company following Volterra’s success

After releasing the world’s first all-electric production RV, the Volterra, last year, American luxury travel trailer maker Bowlus says it will now become the first fully electric RV company.

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