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Tesla driverless robotaxi spotted in Austin for the first time, but with trailing car


Tesla’s driverless robotaxi has been spotted in Austin for the first time, but it is being followed by a trailing car with a driver.

CEO Elon Musk now says that Tesla aims to “tentatively” start its service on June 22.
Expand Expanding CloseA prototype Porsche Cayenne EV just beat every gas SUV ever in a hillclimb


Porsche is preparing to release its Cayenne EV in the next year or so, but that didn’t stop it from taking the car out in secret to a hillclimb meet, where it utterly destroyed the previous course record previously held by a 12-cylinder Bentley Bentayga.
Expand Expanding CloseEV prices dipped in May – and Tesla Model Y led the slide

EVs got a little more affordable in May, and Tesla’s price drop had a lot to do with that. According to new data from Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734. That’s down from $59,123 in April. Year-over-year, that’s a 1.1% drop.
Expand Expanding CloseCheck out Toyota’s new bZ5: A surprisingly stylish and low-cost EV for China

Toyota’s new electric SUV is about the size of a Tesla Model Y, but half the cost. The bZ5 officially launched in China on Tuesday, starting at around $18,000. Can it keep pace with BYD, Tesla, and others in China?
Expand Expanding Close2026 Kia EV9 loses big rebates – but still offers $12.5k in savings

Kia’s three-row electric SUV, the EV9, is back for 2026 with smaller up-front rebates, but thanks to the federal EV tax credit, you could still come out ahead.
Expand Expanding CloseVolkswagen may have a smaller, more affordable electric minivan to sit below the ID.Buzz

The electric microbus might soon have a little sibling. Volkswagen is considering adding a smaller, more affordable EV minivan that would sit below the ID.Buzz.
Expand Expanding CloseSense’s on-meter AI tool can spot every EV charging on the grid

Smart meter maker Sense just launched a new tool that helps utilities get smarter about how EVs are charging on the grid, and it doesn’t need cloud computing or special hardware to work.
Expand Expanding CloseMeet China’s new $10,000 EV: The Chery QQ Domi

It’s not a BYD, but you can buy one in China for less than $10,000. Chery’s “fashionable and fun” new QQ Domi electric SUV starts at just 54,900 yuan ($8,300), stoking China’s brutal EV price war.
Expand Expanding CloseTested: The Emporia Pro Level 2 EV Charger helped optimize my charge speeds at home [Video]

I recently got my hands on a Level 2 home EV charger called the Emporia Pro and have shared my thoughts below alongside a full video review. While I hit a few speed bumps in part of the installation, this Level 2 charger can essentially be a plug-and-play charger that helped me boost my home charge rates to the max.
Expand Expanding CloseHeybike Brawn e-bike at $1,299 low, Bluetti backpack power stations from $199 low, EGO select cut mower bundle, Greenworks, Worx, more

First out of the gate in today’s Green Deals is Heybike’s Father’s Day Sale that is offering up to $500 off e-bikes alongside free gear packages, like the Brawn Fat Tire Off-Road e-bike that’s getting a free large cargo basket while at its $1,299 low, among others. We also have Bluetti’s Father’s Day flash offers that will be ending tonight, including returning low prices on the Handsfree 1 and Handsfree 2 Backpack Power Stations starting from $199, as well as some of the best picks from the rest of the sale. From there, we have a bunch of lawncare solutions, like EGO’s 56V 21-inch Select Cut Self-Propelled Lawn Mower that comes with two 4.0Ah batteries for $549, as well as the Greenworks 80V 18-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw back at its $320 low. Lastly, although it’s not necessarily green tech, Worx’s Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart is a handy assistant for your yard jobs at $169. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EcoFlow Father’s Day Sale offers, Rad’s rare RadTrike discount, 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.
Expand Expanding CloseHyundai has a secret stash of rare EV minerals, giving it ‘far more wiggle room’ than rivals

Hyundai saw the storm coming and has been preparing for an industry upheaval. With a stockpile of rare EV minerals, Hyundai claims it has “far more wiggle room” as the industry braces for supply chain disruptions stemming from China’s new export restrictions.
Expand Expanding CloseA reborn VanMoof just launched two new e-bikes hoping to win back riders

VanMoof, the Dutch makers of slick-looking electric bikes that proved too high-tech to succeed just two years ago, is back with two new models that help return the company to (some of) its former glory. The new VanMoof S6 and S6 Open (i.e. low-step) are here. But will riders return?
Expand Expanding CloseThe Chevy Equinox EV is selling like hotcakes

Starting at under $35,000 with over 315 miles of range, Chevy’s electric SUV is proving to be a hit. The all-electric Equinox helped propel Chevy past Ford to become the fastest-growing EV brand in the US.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla teases new Model Y 7-seater option

Tesla teases that the 7-seater option is soon going to make a comeback in the new Model Y.
Expand Expanding CloseI went behind the scenes at EUNORAU’s headquarters to see where e-bikes come from

While I enjoy covering news and reviews related to new e-bikes and other micromobility vehicles, my favorite part of working in this industry is actually getting to go deeper behind the scenes, often pulling back the curtain to see what lies behind some of the biggest companies in the market. Most only show us their polished front-facing image, but there’s so much more to the story than that. From the people who build and operate these brands to the way new ideas work their way through the design pipeline and into bike boxes headed to our doorsteps, there are countless untold stories just waiting to be revealed. And that’s exactly what I set out to do when I visited the headquarters of EUNORAU, one of the most prolific e-bike makers in the world.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla (TSLA) sales are crashing in China, and things are about to get worse

Tesla (TSLA) sales are currently crashing in China, based on both new monthly and weekly data released today.
That’s despite the new Model Y, record discounts, and incentives. Competition and a new electric vehicle (EV) price war are putting significant pressure on Tesla in China.
Expand Expanding CloseTesla officially starts autonomous ‘testing’ phase in Austin days before planned launch

Tesla has officially entered the autonomous vehicle ‘testing’ phase in Austin, Texas days before its planned launch of a commercial service.
Expand Expanding CloseE-quipment highlight: Oshkosh Striker Volterra Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighter

The Oshkosh-built Striker Volterra electric ARFF vehicle (Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighter) packs advanced battery technology and multiple power options to deliver consistent emergency response performance no matter how long it needs to be in action.
Expand Expanding CloseLexus RZ just got a +$10,000 bonus offer, making it its cheapest vehicle to lease

Thanks to a new $10,000 bonus offer introduced this month, the cheapest Lexus you can currently lease is now the 2025 electric RZ. Is it worth checking out?
Expand Expanding CloseBYD launches the Seal 06 EV at just $15,000 as a new price war in China erupts

Despite China’s recent warning, BYD is ramping up the pressure on rivals with another ultra-affordable electric vehicle. BYD launched the Seal 06 EV, starting at just over $15,000, as the price war in China appears to be getting out of hand.
Expand Expanding CloseUS solar just had a record-breaking Q1 but the GOP bill could wreck it

The US solar industry is still booming, but looming policy threats could pull the plug on that momentum.
According to the new US Solar Market Insight report from SEIA and Wood Mackenzie, the industry installed 10.8 gigawatts (GW) of new electricity-generating solar in Q1 2025, with solar and storage making up a whopping 82% of all new capacity added to the grid.
Expand Expanding CloseEcoFlow Father’s Day Sale takes up to 49% off power stations, Rad Power RadTrike at rare $1,499, Greenworks bundle, EGO, more

Kickstarting this week’s Green Deals is EcoFlow’s newly launched Father’s Day Sale with up to 49% being taken off power stations and accessories alongside a bonus sitewide discount, 2x EcoCredit rewards, and a $1,000 off coupon code for first-time subscribers. There are a bunch of great options to power Dad’s needs, like the RIVER 2 Pro Solar Generator bundle with a 160W panel for $531, among others. There’s also our spotlight on the rare discount hitting Rad Power’s RadTrike for $1,499 while the brand’s Father’s Day Sale continues. We also have a few tool discounts bringing up the rear, led by the first bundle discount we’re seeing on the Greenworks 60V 30-inch CrossoverT Riding Lawn Tractor with four 8.0Ah batteries, one 20.0Ah battery, a wall charger, and a rear add-on bagger system – all for $3,500. We also have two EGO deals, the first being on the 56V 5.0Ah Battery for $199, as well as the 56V 15-inch Cordless Carbon Fiber POWERLOAD String Trimmer that is at the best price in a year for $239. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals from last week in the links at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our Electrified Weekly coverage.
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.
Expand Expanding CloseCadillac’s new Optiq-V is an entry-level luxury sports EV with a Tesla NACS port

Another Cadillac EV has earned the iconic “V” badge. The 2026 Cadillac Optiq-V is a new entry-level sports electric vehicle (EV) with over 500 horsepower, sporty styling both inside and out, and additional upgrades. It’s also GM’s first vehicle with a built-in NACS port, unlocking access to Tesla Superchargers.
Expand Expanding CloseImage leaks of Rivian’s 2026 R1T Quad Motor are starting to trickle in and we see NACS and teal

A couple of automotive influencers appear to have gotten access to the new 2026 Rivian R1T Quad Motor and shared some images. The posts showcase the new NACS charging port, a familiar exterior color, and new teal accents, including the calipers. See more below.
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