Tesla drops ‘FSD’ from name of its driver-assist tech in China
After a rocky rollout of its “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) system in China, Tesla is dropping “FSD” from the name of the system while it faces increased scrutiny from regulators.
The SEL trim is the best 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lease deal right now
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SEL is more expensive than the more basic SE, but it’s a better lease deal this month – here’s the lowdown.
XCharge NA + Hypercharge supercharge Canada’s EV infrastructure
XCharge North America (XCharge NA) and Hypercharge Networks are bringing bidirectional DC fast chargers to Canada, starting in British Columbia and Ontario.
Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicous $43 million in rebates
Tesla has been banned from upcoming federal EV rebate programs in Canada as the government freezes the suspicious $43 million in rebates that Tesla claimed days before the program was paused earlier this year.
Rivian (RIVN) is preparing to launch R2: Here’s the latest update on its progress
Rivian is still on track to launch the midsize R2 next year. The expansion at its Normal, Illinois, plant is quickly advancing as it preps for R2 deliveries in 2026. Rivian says it’s “slightly ahead” on construction. Here’s the latest update on Rivian’s R2 expansion in Normal.
BLUETTI can power your spring & summer travel adventures at the best prices ever!
Spring and summer are all about adventure – whether you’re hitting the open road in your RV, setting up camp in the great outdoors, or just being prepared for unexpected power outages. But what’s a road trip, tailgate party, or off-grid escape without reliable power? BLUETTI has the ultimate solutions to keep you charged no matter where you are.
Right now, the Elite 200 V2 portable power station is hitting a record-low price of just $899 – the best deal ever! And Electrek readers get an exclusive extra 5% off with the discount code ELECTREK5OFF. Let’s dive into why these BLUETTI portable power stations are must-haves for your spring and summer adventures.
Tesla can deliver a new Model Y order today in US – pointing to low demand for the refresh
You can order a new Model Y Launch Edition today in the US, and Tesla can deliver it on the same day. This points to weak demand just weeks after the new vehicle’s deliveries started, while CEO Elon Musk indirectly suggested strong demand.
First savings on new ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK robot mower at $900, Anker PowerCore Reserve $90, Hiboy e-scooters, Husqvarna, more
Today’s Green Deals are headlined by the very first chance at cash savings on ECOVACS’ new Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower that first debuted at CES 2025 and is now down at $900. Right behind it we have the popular Anker PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh Power Bank Station dropping down to $90, as well as the newer C200 and C300 power banks that are also seeing significant savings. There’s also Hiboy’s S2 Pro Electric Scooter that has dropped down further from last week’s pricing to $425, among other discounted models to choose from. Lastly, we have a rare price cut on Husqvarna’s Power Axe 350i 42V 18-inch Cordless Chainsaw Kit to $384 alongside a few other notable kit discounts. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new low price on EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 power station, Aventon’s Level 2 e-bike discounts, 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.
Forget carbon neutral, Northwestern develops carbon NEGATIVE concrete
Depending on who you believe, concrete is responsible for between 5 and 10% of global carbon emissions. That’s a lot of carbon, and the quest for carbon neutral concrete has become a multibillion-dollar endeavor – but a team of scientists from Northwestern University thinks they’ve cracked it, and gone one better: carbon negative concrete.