The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has canceled the second offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico due to “a lack of competitive interest.” more ..read more

Ford is betting on smaller electric cars as the future. Its “Skunkworks ” team is not so small, and now that the cat is out of the bag, we are learning more about Ford’s new affordable platform. Ford CEO Jim Farley compared its new low-cost EV platform to Rivian and Tesla. However, Farley suggested Ford’s could be even better and cheaper. more ..read more

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla, Ford, and GM earnings, Rivian R2, and more. more ..read more

California-based EV maker Rivian (RIVN) was the most satisfying US auto brand, according to the 2024 JD Power US Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) study. Although it had the highest rating, since Rivian didn’t meet the criteria, it was not officially ranked. Here’s why buyers love up-and-coming EV brand. more ..read more

Closing out this week’s Green Deals is a surprise return of the joint Worx and Aventon Power Share e-bike that is now $700 off at a new $1,000 low. Coming in right alongside it is the Jackery Explorer 600 Plus Portable Power Station that has returned to its $399 low for the first time at Amazon, as well as a 1-day Best Buy discount on Worx’s handy 3-in-1 12A TRIVAC corded blower/vacuum/mulcher that is down at $65. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still active after during these post-Prime Day sales. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, E ..read more

The production momentum continues for Xiaomi Automobile, the new EV arm of Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi Inc. Today, the automaker shared it has completed a recently announced production ramp up of its flagship model and is on track to hit 100,000 builds this year… two months ahead of schedule. more ..read more

Toyota is planning to build a new EV battery plant on Japan’s “Silicon Island” to keep pace with BYD and other incoming Chinese electric car makers. The factory will strengthen Toyota’s EV supply chain while supplying batteries for its luxury Lexus brand. more ..read more

Elon Musk is signaling that Tesla is close to reaching its limit with its HW3 onboard self-driving computer despite having yet to deliver on its self-driving promise. more ..read more

It may be small, but Kia’s new EV3 GT-Line has a big presence on the road. Hyundai gave us a closer look at the sporty electric SUV driving on domestic highways. From the first look, the EV3 GT-Line appears nimble and quick. Check out the new video below. more ..read more

This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bikes from MOD and Mooncool, how micromobility is having an interesting impact on the Paris Olympics, a review of the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, a potential return of the lovable ELF electric bike-car, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by CYCROWN, an electric cycling specialist focused on growing a community of e-bike enthusiasts around the globe. For a limited time, take advantage of CYCROW ..read more