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Electrify America’s real-time charger data is now displayed on Google Maps, so in addition to up-to-the-minute charger availability, its charging station listings now show connector types, charging speeds, and operational status.
Instead of toggling between apps to check if a station is available or out of order, EV drivers can directly see everything in real time in Google Maps. It’s a seemingly small tweak that makes a big difference, especially if Google Maps is your preferred app for navigation and you’re a regular user of Electrify America charging stations.
“EV adoption is accelerating, and with it comes the expectation of a seamless charging experience,” said Robert Barrosa, president and CEO of Electrify America. “By integrating real-time charging station data, we’re not just improving access, we’re empowering drivers with the confidence to go electric.”
As EV sales continue to climb, reliable and transparent charging information is becoming essential. Integrating Electrify America and Google Maps helps remove one of the biggest headaches for EV drivers: uncertainty about whether a charger will be available when they arrive.
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Cadillac was supposed to only sell EVs by 2030. Although it still plans to discontinue most gas-powered vehicles in its lineup, Cadillac confirmed one will stick around for a while longer.
Cadillac confirms new gas cars are in the works
GM’s luxury brand is crushing it this year, mostly thanks to its growing lineup of electric SUVs. Cadillac now offers an electric SUV in nearly all segments with the entry-level Optiq, midsize Lyriq, and larger Vistiq and Escalade IQ.
Cadillac is coming off its best third quarter since 2013. The luxury brand had three of the top 10 most popular luxury EVs in Q3: The Lyriq (#2), Optiq (#5), and Vistiq (#6).
It also claims to be the leading luxury EV brand, but that doesn’t include Tesla. GM’s luxury brand has now managed 13 straight quarters of growth year-over-year (YOY), achieving its highest share of the luxury market in over a decade.
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Although Cadillac’s former President, Steve Carlisle, declared “It’s the end of the ICE age for Cadillac” in 2019, the luxury brand backtracked on plans to go all-electric over a year ago.
2026 Cadillac Optiq-V (Source: GM)
Now, we are learning at least one of the gas cars that will remain in the Cadillac lineup for the foreseeable future. A note from Cadillac’s global vice president, John Roth, stated that the current CT4 and CT5 will be retired after the 2026 model year.
The note, posted on the Cadillac V-Club website, claimed CT4 production would continue through June 2026 and the CT5 until the end of 2026.
That wasn’t all of it. Roth added that “the legacy of the CT5 will continue as a next-generation internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in a future model year.” The next-gen CT5 will be manufactured at GM’s Lansing Grand River Assembly plant in Michigan, where the current CT4 and CT5 are assembled.
Cadillac’s global VP confirmed the new gas-powered CT5 will be sold in the US and Canada, promising to reveal more details as plans are finalized.
The CT4 was Cadillac’s slowest-selling vehicle with just 4,066 models sold in the first nine months of 2025, 17% fewer than the same period last year.
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Lectric’s XP4 750 e-bike has become my go-to means of traveling around Brooklyn in the few months I’ve had it, and I’m certain it will be winning the brand another award as the top-selling e-bike in America, which was my conclusion after going hands-on in my review. The standard XP4 e-bike sports a capable 500W brushless geared hub motor (that peaks at 1,092W) alongside a 10.4Ah battery, whereas the XP4 750 e-bike brings along a larger 750W motor (1,310W peak) and a 17.5Ah battery combo that boosts travel times from the standard 50-mile pedal-assisted range up as far as 85 miles. Both e-bikes utilize Stealth M24 tech in the motors for quieter performance, with top 20/28 MPH top speeds, depending on your state-specific laws.
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If you’re unaware, Lectric made some serious redesigns with this new generation, including the zero-degree stem, detachable TFT display, and the highly applauded repositioning of its side key location/charging port on top of the keyless riding functionality. Of course, there’s plenty more to love, like the hydraulic brakes, puncture-resistant mixed-terrain tires, the integrated taillight with both brake lighting and turn signals, the Shimano Altus 8-speed derailleur, and more.
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Save up to an exclusive $970 on refurbished Anker SOLIX units like the F3800 power station at a second-best $1,709
We’ve secured exclusive discounts from Wellbots on a collection of 10 different refurbished Anker SOLIX power stations, solar generator bundles, and add-on accessories that total up to $970 in savings. One of the notable standouts that is also seeing the largest price cut is the Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station at $1,709.05 shipped, after using the exclusive code 9TO5RBANKER at checkout for an additional 5% off. This renewed model is dropping from $2,679 to $1,799 with the starting discount, and the exclusive code cuts an extra $90 from the tag – which beats out the best pricing we’ve seen on a new unit by $490. We’ve had two previous exclusive deals on this refurbished station over the year, with today’s deal only beaten out by a drop to $1,699 from May. You’re getting the second-best price here with a $970 markdown, landing it just $10 shy of the May low.
Travel all terrains on Segway’s ZT3 Pro e-scooter with Apple Find My and proximity locking at its $850 low
Looking in on Segway’s extended Fall Prime Day Sale, you have through the rest of the week to hop on the ZT3 Pro Electric All-Terrain Scooter at $849.99 shipped, which also matches the price at Amazon. While it may carry a $1,300 MSRP direct from Segway, you can normally find it down at $1,000 at Amazon. We saw it previously drop to this rate for the first and only time during July’s Prime Day event, with this being the second chance at its best pricing. You’ll be scoring $150 off the going rate (and $450 off the MSRP) for the all-time lowest price we have tracked. Be sure to check out the full lineup of Segway EV Prime Day deals in our original coverage here.
Missed Prime Day? Anker’s new SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 power station is at its next-best $429 price
If you pop in on Anker’s official Amazon storefront, you can currently pick up the new SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station at $429 shipped, which beats out the brand’s direct website by $70. We saw this new backup power solution fall to a new $379 low at Amazon during its Prime Day event last week, while the brand’s direct Prime sale only saw it discounted to today’s rate. If you missed out on that two-day all-time low, you can score it at the next-best price while these savings last. Learn more about it in our hands-on tested review here, while also checking out the early-bird savings on the new SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 power station here.
Forget ice runs with Anker’s SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L dual-zone electric cooler at $720 (Today only)
As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L Cordless Dual-Zone Electric Cooler at $719.99 shipped, which beats out Amazon’s current pricing by $179. While it carries an $1,100 MSRP, you’ll more regularly find it around $900 these days, with discounts having gone as low as $719 since it hit the market in March, with that price having only appeared once back during July’s Prime Day event. You’re looking at the next-best rate that only lasts through the rest of the day, giving you up to $380 off the MSRP and equips your outdoor gatherings with a reliable means to keep things chilled and/or frozen.
The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine. Winter means you can lock in even better off-season price cuts on electric tools for the lawn while saving on EVs and tons of other gear.