Fiido Beast seated & standing 30 mph electric scooter launches, offers choose-your-own ride style

A few weeks ago we covered the announcement of the Fiido Beast, a new class of electric scooter that lets riders either sit or stand while flying at speeds up to 30 mph (51 km/h). Now Fiido has launched the Beast for sale, bringing it a step closer to reality.

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Elon Musk: Tesla aims to complete Cybertruck development this year for production in 2023

Elon Musk made a new comment about the Tesla Cybertruck, which recently took a backseat, and said that the automaker aims to complete Cybertruck development this year for production in 2023.

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Watch as a Sur Ron Storm Bee electric dirt bike is pushed to its max power on a dyno run

The Sur Ron Storm Bee electric dirt bike has seen a highly-anticipated (and long drawn out) run up to its wider public release. Most of the models currently in existence are early production units sent to various dealers around the world. Luna Cycle, the US authorized dealer for Sur Ron, shared a video today showing the owner pushing the Sur Ron Storm Bee to its limit on a dyno.

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Antelope Valley Transit Authority becomes first all-electric transit agency in North America

The Antelope Valley Transit Authority (ATVA) Board of Directors and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) recently celebrated a journey to electrification that began a decade ago. Now, the ATVA has become the first all-electric, zero emissions transit agency in North America.

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Elon Musk announces Tesla is working on new manganese battery cell

Elon Musk announced that Tesla sees potential in battery chemistry with a manganese-based cathode.

The CEO reiterated that the industry needs to focus more on the battery supply chain down to the minerals.

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Chevy shares better look at $30,000 Equinox EV, including two-tone exterior

Following the Chevy Equinox EV’s debut during CES in January, General Motors has shared a new video of the upcoming vehicle, showcasing a new blue exterior color, two-toned, with a pearl roof. This appears to be our latest “preview” of the upcoming electric SUV before it enters production in late 2023.

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ZEN Yachts sells its first ZEN50 electric catamaran featuring solar roof, automated wingsail, and Starlink internet

Infant electric boat manufacturer, ZEN Yachts, has announced its first US order for its flagship ZEN50 solar electric catamaran. The zero-emission sailing yacht is currently under construction in Europe and will arrive with some pretty luxurious features including two kitchens, a high-tech fully-automated wingsail, and Starlink internet from SpaceX.

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Electric cars are now three to six times cheaper to drive in the US as gas prices rise

Electric cars are now three to six times cheaper to drive in the US as gas prices are getting higher and more volatile.

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Maserati unveils Grecale SUV, offers glimpse of all-electric Folgore option ahead of 2023 production

Following news of its “Folgore” electrification strategy last week, Maserati has unveiled its new Grecale SUV to the public, including a first look at the all-electric version scheduled to arrive next year. Below are some of the first public images of the electrified SUV.

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Greenworks 24V brushless string trimmer uses no gas or oil at $115, more in New Green Deals

Ready to finally kick gas and oil out of your yard work routine? Well, today’s Greenworks deal that we found helps you to do just that with a 24V 13-inch string trimmer for $115. Delivering a brushless TORQDRIVE motor, this string trimmer includes a 4Ah battery to tackle up to 1/4-acre on a single charge. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other 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, more on why going electric for your yard tools like the mower on sale is important, 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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