Score discounts on innovative and customizable electric bikes from Macfox
Electric micromobility specialist Macfox Bikes is showing off two of its best models and offering an exclusive discount to Electrek readers. Whether it’s the X1S commuter, all-terrain-ready X2, or one of the brand’s other bikes, Macfox is passing on the savings to its loyal community of riders.
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Macfox Bikes should be on your radar
If you have not heard of electric mobility brand Macfox Bikes, you should check them out. It is currently a well-respected brand in the world of eBikes, thanks to a loyal following of riders who appreciate its commitment to quality, innovation, and adventure.
Born from a love of nature and exploration, Macfox Bikes consistently showcases its commitment to creating unique electric bikes bolstered by advanced technology and careful design. One look at the brand’s Instagram page will show you just how much they encourage riders to customize their Macfox bikes to reflect their unique vision and skills, as well as a loyal community of wheelie enthusiasts.
There, you’ll see a striking black and purple combination—cool and eye-catching, making one of its riders the most dazzling on the road. You’ll also find the classic black-and-white color scheme (seen above)—elegant yet playful. The various customization styles all highlight Macfox’s ease of use and powerful modifiability.
Meanwhile, Macfox’s highly affordable prices have eBike enthusiasts falling in love. Take the X1S, for example.
The X1S electric commuter bike
If you want to get a feel for what Macfox Bikes is all about, look no further than the X1S. This all-electric commuter is sleek at its core design but offers plenty of room for add-ons and body customizations to your liking, including brown or black trim, fenders, and a storage pack.
The X1S was designed for easy handling. Its extra-long, comfortable saddle enables all-day riding, perfect for commuters and city dwellers. Its 500-watt (peak 750W) geared hub brushless motor is robust enough to deliver a top speed of 25 mph.
An included 48V 10.4Ah lithium battery pack offers up to 38 miles of range on a single charge, but you can double that figure by adding a second pack to your order for an extra $300. Other features include a futuristic front light (seen above) with a consistently lit outer ring and an inner light that can be flipped on and off with a switch on its handlebars.
Interested? The X1S commuter bike is now available on Macfox’s website at a starting price of $999. However, you can use Electrek’s exclusive promo code below for a discount. Even at its standard price, the X1S is one of the most cost-effective options in the commuter eBike category.
The X2 eBike can handle any terrain with ease
With the X2 electric mountain bike, Macfox has taken the blueprint of the X1S and fortified it to handle all the elements you throw at it. This exclusive model features a durable 6061 aluminum frame, front and rear hydraulic disc brakes, a fully adjustable dual suspension, and all-terrain fat tires.
You can also enjoy the extra-long saddle seat for added comfort while riding all day on whatever trails you find yourself ripping around on.
The X2 has a 750-watt (peak 1,000W) geared hub brushless motor that can propel you up to 29 mph and a 48V 20Ah battery pack from Samsung that promises up to 45 miles of range on a single charge. Like its X1S sibling, Macfox Bikes offers an optional second-pack add-on for $500 that can get you over 90 miles of range.
Ride harder and go farther than ever before with the long-range X2 electric mountain bike. It can be yours today for $1,699 before you apply our promo code.
Macfox has created a healthy and active community culture
Macfox wholeheartedly believes that an active and healthy community culture can significantly enhance the connection between a brand and its customers. By establishing a platform for positive interaction, brands cannot only maintain close contact with customers, but also cultivate loyalty and trust.
The core of community culture lies in co-creation and participation, making customers feel that they are a part of the Macfox’s continued growth. This emotional connection promotes the long-term development of the brand and helps attract more potential customers through word-of-mouth.
Macfox does an excellent job in this regard. When you join the Macfox community, you’ll see its community is very engaged. They spontaneously discuss product performance, share their experiences and host giveaways. Community members also get the first access to promotions. Speaking of promotions…
Electrek readers can save 10% off Macfox Bikes today
If you’re interested in purchasing a shiny new eBike from Macfox, you can take advantage of additional savings for Electrek readers. In addition to top-of-the-line bikes, Macfox offers a variety of accessories developed from user feedback to enhance customer satisfaction and trust.
Also, Macfox’s team of product specialists is available after your purchase to help with any questions or concerns and will respond quickly to any inquiries.
Be sure to use promo code “Electrek” for an additional 10% of your purchase, with no minimum purchase requirement.
Lastly, be sure to follow Macfox Bikes on Instagram and Facebook to see what its riders are up to.
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Tesla’s sales have fallen 87% in Quebec in the first quarter 2025 compared to the same period last year.
The critical Canadian market has been wiped out, and Tesla is no longer importing new vehicles.
Quebec is the leading EV market in Canada, with the highest adoption rate of new electric vehicles.
That’s due to incentives, cheap hydro electricity, and a strong base of EV enthusiasts.
As the EV leader in North America, Quebec became an important market for Tesla.
However, Tesla’s market in Quebec is now gone.
We don’t have all Canadian data for vehicle registrations in the first quarter; however, Le Devoir managed to obtain data for Quebec from the Société d’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), which revealed that Tesla delivered only 524 vehicles in Quebec during Q1 2025.
That’s down 87% compared to Q1 2024.
The pause in the Quebec and federal EV incentive programs contributed to the sharp decline, but the pause also happened in the quarter, which helped sales by creating urgency to buy and take delivery.
However, it also created an awkward situation for Tesla in which it was accused of filing thousands of questionable requests for incentives worth $42 million CAD, which it later claimed was a backlog of deliveries that it hadn’t filed yet.
This controversy added to growing brand damage for Tesla in Quebec and the broader Canada due to its CEO Elon Musk’s backing of Donald Trump, who is openly calling for the US to annex Canada.
Tesla’s Canadian Troubles are not over
While Q1 2025 was bad, Q2 could prove even worse. Tesla had to increase prices in Canada in April due to the Canadian government slapping 25% tariffs on its vehicles in response to Trump’s trade war.
The combination of the end of some incentive programs, the higher prices, and the degrading sentiment for Tesla in Canada and Quebec is leading to very few sales in the market.
A source familiar with the matter said that Tesla doesn’t plan to import more vehicles in the country this quarter due to low demand.
The broader EV market in Canada declined 45% in Q1 due to the pause in the incentive program, but Tesla’s decline was much sharper, indicating larger issues than just the lack of incentives.
Electrek’s Take
The situation for Tesla in Canada is even worse than in Europe right now. It’s not the largest market in terms of size, but it has a significantly higher EV adoption rate than the US and has helped Tesla in North America.
As long as the tariffs are in place, there’s little hope for Tesla in Canada.
Even if they are removed, which I hope happens soon, as it would mean a de-escalation of Trump’s dumb and illegal trade war, Tesla is still going to have major brand issues due to Musk’s backing of Trump and him saying some foolish things like “Canada is not a real country.”
All of those factors add to Tesla’s aging and limited lineup, which too heavily relies on Model Y, which had a refresh that wasn’t significant enough to revitalize sales.
It’s really hard to be optimistic about Tesla right now.
In Canada, Tesla currently has some inventory of the new Model Y, which it managed to secure before the tariffs. If you’re interested in a Cybertruck, there are plenty available. Although, I have a feeling that you are better off waiting a bit as I assume prices will come down.
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Kia’s smallest and most affordable EV is already creating quite the buzz. The EV2 will sit below the EV3 in Kia’s expanding EV lineup. With its official launch approaching, the Kia EV2 was spotted on public roads, giving us a closer look at the upcoming electric SUV.
Take a closer look at the Kia EV2 caught on public roads
Although the EV2 will likely only be around 4,000 mm (157″) long, Kia promises it won’t feel so small when you’re actually in it.
Last month, we got a sneak peek of the interior at Milan Design Week. During an exclusive event, Kia showcased the EV2 concept and revealed a few new details we can expect to see.
Kia designed the EV2’s interior to be a relaxing retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle, sort of like a porch or balcony. Thanks to its flat floor layout, the SUV offers flexible seating. By folding the second-row seats and pushing the front seats forward, the EV2 offers an open space to stretch out or “enjoy a meal,” according to Kia.
Although no other details were offered, like Kia’s newer EVs, you can expect to see its new ccNC panoramic infotainment system with dual 12.3″ driver and navigation screens.
After the EV2 was spotted driving on public roads, we are getting a better look at Kia’s upcoming electric SUV. The video from ShortsCar reveals a front-end design similar to that of the EV3, EV5, and EV9, featuring its signature vertical daytime running lights (DRLs) and Star Map lightning.
Despite its small size, the EV2 has a surprisingly large presence on the road, thanks to its upright stance and broad wheel arches, reminiscent of the larger EV9.
A production version of the EV2 was also spotted in Germany this week, with its European debut just around the corner. The images by SH Proshots (via TheKoreanCarBlog) show a similar design to the model caught driving in Korea.
Kia will launch the EV2 in Europe and other regions in early 2026. Prices and final specs will be revealed closer to then, but the EV2 is expected to arrive with a WLTP range of around 300 miles (483 km). Smaller battery options could offer less range at a lower price.
Since it’s slated to sit below the EV3, which is 4,300 mm (169″) long, the EV2 is expected to be closer to 4,000 mm (157″) in length.
Like Kia’s other electric vehicles, it will be based on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, which also underpins its IONIQ series.
Kia’s CEO, Ho-Sung Song, told Autocar that the company plans to launch the EV2 in the UK with prices starting at about £25,000 ($32,000). Since that was a few years ago, plans could have changed. We will learn more soon. Check back for the latest.
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Voltpost, a startup that turns existing lampposts into EV chargers, has officially launched its first public charging site in Oak Park, Illinois. The curbside charger, installed in partnership with the Park District of Oak Park and utility ComEd, brings easy, affordable EV charging access right to the neighborhood.
Instead of building entirely new charging stations, Voltpost retrofits existing lampposts with a modular Level 2 charging platform. That means less construction, lower costs, and quicker deployment – Voltpost says its EV charger can be installed on a lamppost in minutes. It’s controlled via a mobile app, and it’s designed to serve public spaces like curbs and parking lots, as well as private locations like university campuses and apartment complexes.
“The deployment of a Voltpost charger in Oak Park will expand EV charging access for the local community and help catalyze the transition to sustainable transportation,” said Voltpost CEO and cofounder Jeffrey Prosserman. “This builds on our work in New York and Michigan, and it’s a step toward scaling our platform nationwide.”
Voltpost says its approach is more sustainable and equitable, since it’s using infrastructure that’s already there instead of building from scratch. And it opens up EV charging to more people who don’t have a private driveway or garage.
Kassie Porreca, president of the Park District Board of Commissioners, said, “Ensuring the residents of Oak Park benefit from affordable access to EV charging infrastructure is vital to fulfilling our commitment to serving the needs of our community.”
Najwa Abouhassan, senior manager at ComEd and a liaison for the 2c2i climate tech initiative, said this project connects innovation with community impact. “We’re proud to support Voltpost’s mission to bring sustainable, street-level charging to the places people live and work.”
With this first public site now live, Voltpost says it’s aiming to expand across the country, turning more streetlights into smart charging hubs for EV drivers.
In 2023, Voltpost participated in the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Studio program, a collaboration between the NYC DOT and Newlab. In its pilot, Voltpost installed chargers on lampposts at Newlab in Brooklyn and in a DOT parking lot. The chargers were installed in an hour, operated with a high uptime, and got positive feedback from EV drivers.
Read more: This lamppost EV charger just went commercial in the US
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