California’s new $55M Fast Charge Project covers every penny

The California Energy Commission (CEC)’s Fast Charge California Project is offering up to $55 million in incentives – enough to cover 100% of installation costs – for DC fast chargers at publicly accessible businesses and sites. Applications are open now through October 29.

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Ford’s next big EV money move: Turning batteries into business

Ford is promising more affordable electric vehicles, but it’s still looking to make a profit. After kicking off production at its new EV battery plant in Kentucky, Ford is already looking for buyers to sell extra batteries.

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Navee’s latest GT3 Max smart e-scooter at new $561 low, Tenways AGO X mid-drive e-bike bundle at $1,899 low, Segway E2 Plus II, more

We have three different EVs leading our Green Deals today, with the first being Navee’s newest GT3 Max Smart Electric Scooter hitting a new $561 low during the brand’s ongoing Back to School Sale. Next, Tenways’ newly launched pre-semester sale has returned its AGO X All-Terrain Mid-Drive e-bike to its $1,899 low while also offering $307 in free gear, as well as a spotlight on Segway’s new E2 Plus II eKickScooter at $300. We also have others from EcoFlow, Greenworks, Aiper, and more waiting for you below. Plus, all the hangover savings are at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Segway Upgrade Your Daily Grind sale offers, the final day of deals from EcoFlow’s 48-hour accessory flash sale, and more.

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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Tesla loses bid to kill class action over misleading customers on self-driving capabilities for years

A judge has ruled to allow a class-action lawsuit against Tesla over claims that the company has been misleading customers about its self-driving capabilities for years.

It’s the latest of a series of legal actions against Tesla regarding its deployment of advanced assisted driving systems, which the automaker describes as self-driving.

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Waymo founder: Please let me know when Tesla launches a robotaxi — I’m still waiting”

Waymo founder and former CEO John Krafcik is a critic of Tesla’s approach to self-driving, and he has so far accurately predicted the rollout of the “Robotaxi” service.

He is now taking another dig at Tesla.

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Tesla officially launches Model YL with 6 seats, starting at ~$47,000

Tesla has officially launched the Model YL, a new, larger Model Y with 6 seats, in China, and it starts at 339,000 Chinese Yuan, the equivalent of about $47,000 USD.

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Tesla’s new longer ‘Model YL’ with 6 seats spotted ahead of launch

Tesla is teasing its new longer ‘Model Y L’ with six seats as “coming soon,” just as it has been spotted for the first time.

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Priority Skyline review: A 12-speed automatic shifting throttle e-bike for a song

When I first hopped on the new Priority Skyline Smart‑Shift e-bike, I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect. I’ve ridden dozens and dozens of commuter e-bikes, some fancier than others, but it’s rare to see something that feels this refined and has components like these, especially from a direct-to-consumer company that focuses on quality builds at affordable prices.

Just unveiled this month, Priority Bicycles calls it their most advanced e-bike ever, and after a few days riding it around the city, I can say they’re not just hyping it up. This thing is a seriously capable commuter machine packed with impressive tech, high-end components, and thoughtful design choices that blend into a surprisingly seamless ride.

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Windrose director: company is out of money, 90 days past due on payroll

Kyle Maki, the Director of Customer Success — Operations at Windrose Technology, took to LinkedIn to announce that the company was 90 days behind on payroll and out of money. Then, he let everyone know exactly who he thought was to blame.

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Meet the Livian Smurf EV: It’s adorable and only costs $5,000

How about an electric Smurf-Mobile as your next ride? The Livian Smurf EV looks like it’s straight out of a cartoon, but it’s a real vehicle and expected to cost around $5,000.

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