EV startup Lucid Motors (LCID) released its fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday, beating estimates with big expectations for 2025. Lucid said it expects to produce about 20,000 EVs this year with the output of its first electric SUV, the Gravity, ramping up.
Ram Trucks introduced the 2026 Ramcharger pickup this week, its first range-extender electric vehicle (REEV). CEO Tim Kuniskis claims it’s “the ultimate electric truck” with up to 690 miles of range and can tow up to 14,000 lbs. Meanwhile, Ram continues to put its fully electric pickup, the Ram 1500 REV, on the back burner.
Mercedes will use the designation “with EQ technology” rather than naming its EVs with separate “EQ” model names, to focus on treating them more like normal models – in what this author considers an overdue move.
Today’s Green Deals are jam-packed with backup power sales (and some new low prices too) from some of our favorite brands (as well as a budget-friendly EV). First, there’s EcoFlow’s February Monthly Madness sale that is offering up to 63% off power stations with a few bonus savings options, varying EcoCredit rewards, and more. You’ll find a solid selection of offers, like the brand’s DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station bundled with a 220W solar panel for $1,315, among others. Second, Jackery has a short-term flash sale running through tomorrow (February 26) with up to 50% off its units and bundles, including the Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station with two 200W solar panels at a new $1,673 low. We also spotted the Anker SOLIX C200 DC 60,000mAh Power Bank Station returning to its $100 low, as well as GoTrax’s APEX Max Electric Scooter at $340. 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 the Bluetti AC180P power station, the RadRunner series e-bikes, 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.
Tesla has acquired parts of bankrupted automation engineering firm Manz based in Germany. It will on board about 300 of its employees.
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) is crashing by as much as 8% today. CEO Elon Musk predicted that the stock would get crushed “like a soufflé being smashed by a sledgehammer” if it didn’t show profit growth, which is what is happening now.
The Engwe LE20 is an interesting take on the cargo e-bike format. It’s marketed as a budget-friendly utility e-bike that can handle hauling groceries, gear, or even a passenger. At the same time, it looks like a cross between a compact cargo bike and a semi-fat tire hybrid-style bike, with a chunky frame, small wheels, and a long rear rack. But how does it actually perform in the real world? After spending some time riding and testing it, here’s what I found.
Tesla has launched a limited version of its Full Self-Driving features in China to mixed reviews as it’s still far from what was promised.
