Lectric unveils major upgrades to XPedition 2.0 e-bike, no price increase
Lectric Ebikes has sent another salvo across the bow of the e-bike industry, this time further entrenching itself in the best-selling cargo e-bike role with major upgrades to the new XPedition 2.0 electric cargo bike.
The original Lectric XPedition was already a runaway success, ushering in unheard-of bang for your buck in the quickly growing cargo e-bike category.
But now the Phoenix-based electric bicycle brand is doubling down on value with a long list of upgrades in the second-generation model – all without an increase over the original version’s $1,399 price tag.
“The XPedition has been the best-selling and most successful cargo e-bike in the industry since its debut, and that’s due to its unmatched combination of performance and value,” said Lectric Ebikes CEO and Co-Founder Levi Conlow. “With the XPedition 2.0, we’re doubling down on that commitment. Even in a year when many e-bike prices have gone up, we’re delivering significant upgrades without increasing the price—something we believe will only amplify the continued success of this e-bike.”
With a stretched rear rack and a weight capacity of 450 lb in the redesigned frame, the XPedition 2.0 is built to carry just about any cargo that riders can imagine, from extra gear to extra passengers. In fact, a combination of cargo holders and passenger seats makes the XPedition 2.0 ideal for both tasks.
But the bigger story here is undoubtedly all of the new features added to the XPedition 2.0.
Those upgrades include a new torque sensor designed by Lectric Ebikes to provide better, more responsive pedal assist. But throttle lovers, don’t despair! Of course the existing throttle remains, allowing riders to choose between an effortless throttle ride or an engaging pedal assist ride – or both.
The 750W M24 hub motor in the rear offers a peak power rating of 1,310W, which means better acceleration and stronger hill climbing – even when the bike is loaded down with cargo or friends.
The kickstand is now wider for a more stable stance, while the tires have been slightly narrowed to 2.5 inches for a more nimble ride. To make up for the reduced air volume in the tires, the ride gets plusher with a new 50mm dual-spring suspension fork offering adjustable suspension. There’s also a suspension seat post, so it’s not only the rider’s hands getting the comfort treatment.
Speaking of hands, up on the handlebars is a new color display as well as updated bolt-on grips and controls for the new turn signals.
There are also three battery options available, allowing riders to decide just how much range they need. When fully kitted out, the largest battery option of 35Ah gives the bike 1.68 kWh of capacity and a range of up to 170 miles (273.6 km) per charge when using pedal assist. While throttle-riders will probably see a range of half that much, that’s still some of the longest range available in the cargo e-bike market. And those batteries are also UL-compliant, offering peace of mind for those who are rightfully concerned about safety.
To ensure that large battery capacity can still charge quickly, Lectric has a new compatible fast charger with 5-amp output to cut charging time by 60% compared to the base charger.
The base model of the Lectric Ebikes XPedition 2.0 starts at US $1,399 and includes the single 624 Wh battery. Upgrading to the dual battery model boosts the battery to 1,248 Wh and is priced at US $1,699. For the longest-range riding, the dual long-range battery model has that gigantic 1,680 Wh battery capacity and is priced at US $1,999.
The XPedition 2.0 comes in both Stratus White and Raindrop Blue colorway options, and features the same technical specs and components across all models, including those powerful hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano 8-speed transmissions, fender packages, and more.
Additional accessories are generally offered à la carte, but Lectric’s promotional offering during the pre-order period packages several hundred dollars of accessories with the bikes for free, including running boards, seat cushions, frame bags, and upgraded lighting.
Pre-orders placed soon are expected to ship in the first week of January.
Electrek’s Take
It’s really starting to feel like all the other e-bike companies are just fighting for second place, doesn’t it?
I’m not saying this is the best cargo e-bike out there. But it’s got to be the 100% best bang-for-your-buck cargo e-bike that’s ever hit the streets. It can’t hold a candle to the high-end $4k-$7k premium cargo e-bikes that I love to drool over, but this gets much of the same utility at a fraction of the price. And more importantly, it makes this type of riding obtainable by so many people who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford a cargo e-bike to take their kids to school or leave their car in the garage for most of their grocery shopping trips.
I’ve been a Lectric Ebikes fan since 2019, when I tested one of the first ten e-bikes the company ever produced. It’s now been over half a million e-bikes later and the company is still offering the same great value as ever.
It’s days like these that remind me how true to the mission Lectric has stayed, offering incredible value and continuously pushing the limit on how much they can offer to riders on limited budgets.
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A dozen Tesla vehicles burned at a store in Toulouse, France. Arson is suspected amid global protests and vandalism attacks against Tesla and Elon Musk.
Last night, a dozen Tesla vehicles burned down at Tesla’s retail and service location in Plaisance-du-Touch near Toulouse, France.
Firefighters arrived on the scene at around 4 a.m. and contained the fire to the vehicles. Eight of them were completely destroyed, and four were greatly damaged. The damages are estimated at over 700,000 euros.
According to the local news (translated from French), the police suspected arson as a hole was found in a fence, and threats had been made over the last few weeks. The Tesla location remained closed all day.
Tesla is currently being protested by anti-fascist groups around the world, especially in the US, where many are targeting Tesla to protest against Elon Musk’s involvement in the US government.
In France, there were a few protests planned, but some extremist groups are calling for widespread arson against Tesla stores:
I won’t share the link to the article since it gives step-by-step instructions on how to burn down Tesla stores without getting caught, but the manifesto explains that they are going after Tesla as a “symbol of capitalism,” although they also list a dozen other reasons including the fact that they think it’s “doable and cheap.”
Electrek’s Take
This is getting nuts. It’s not only dangerous, but it’s also not super effective in achieving the goal they claim to want to achieve.
Have they never heard of insurance? Tesla is having issues selling cars right now. You are burning unsold inventory that they can then claim to their insurance.
Sure, it disrupts their operations for a short period of time, but it’s not worth it.
Their manifesto does say to avoid violence and not to target vehicles owned by individuals – though it doesn’t sound like a strict rule for them, but I think these people are likely going to end up in jail for having achieved nothing.
The protests and boycotts are going strong. You don’t need to burn cars to make yourself heard.
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Ford F-150 Lightning sales have been falling for months: What’s going on with the EV pickup?
Is Ford’s electric pickup in trouble? Sales have been down for months, and February showed no relief. What’s going on with the Ford F-150 Lightning?
Ford F-150 Lightning sales drop again in February 2025
Ford’s US sales dropped by 9% last month. Although electrified vehicles, including EVs and hybrids, both notched double-digit growth, sales of Ford’s gas-powered (ICE) models, which accounted for over 85% of deliveries, fell nearly 13%.
Hybrids saw higher demand with sales up 27.5% to 15,357, while EV sales increased 15% to 7,326. The Mustang Mach-E was a bright spot with 3,312 models sold in February, up 13% from the prior year.
With 6,841 Mach-Es sold through the first three months of 2025, Ford’s electric crossover SUV remains a top-selling EV in the US.
Ford’s electric pickup didn’t fare as well. F-150 Lightning Sales were down nearly 15% last month with only 2,199 units sold. Through March, Ford has sold 15% fewer Lightning models than it did at this time last year.
Sales of the electric pickup have been slipping for months now. In the final three months of 2024, F-150 Lightning sales were down 10%.
The Lightning, alongside Rivian’s R1T, are no longer the only electric pickups on the market. Ford is facing new competition with the Tesla Cybertruck, Chevy Silverado EV, and GMC Sierra EV, arriving.
According to Cox Automotive, the Tesla Cybertruck slipped past the Lightning to become the fifth best-selling EV in the US last year with nearly 39,000 units sold. Ford’s Lightning was sixth with just over 33,500 models sold.
Ford extended its “Power Promise” promo earlier this year to boost demand, giving EV buyers a Level 2 home charger and other benefits, but Lightning sales are still down.
The American automaker cut Lightning production at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center last year, citing slower-than-expected demand. A new report from Automotive News claims Ford is now ending a pilot program to stock and distribute EVs through regional hubs after it failed to catch on. It was designed to speed up deliveries.
Although Ford plans to launch a smaller midsize electric pickup, it won’t arrive until at least two more years. With new competition, like the Ram 1500 REV and Volkswagen Scout pickup, hitting the market over the next few years, Ford may find it even harder to attract buyers.
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Costco’s Auto Program recently introduced some new member-only incentives, and the 2025 Volvo EX90 BEV is now on its list.
Volvo is offering Costco Executive Members $2,000 off the 2025 EX90. Costco Gold Star and Business members are eligible for $1,500 off. The incentives are available on all versions of the Volvo EX90 for members who purchase or lease from February 24 to April 30, 2025. It’s the only non-GM EV that’s that’s eligible for an incentive through the EV program.
The offer is compatible with A-Plan pricing for employees, as well as Affinity Pricing for teachers and first responders. Costco members will have had to have been members as of February 23 and be the primary members on the Costco account to qualify.
However, CarsDirect gave the heads up on how buyers can get up to $10,000 off the EX90’s MSRP. As we stated, if you’re a Costco Executive Member, that’s $2,000 off. Then, add the $7,500 EV Lease Allowance and a $500 loyalty discount on leases if you currently own or lease a Volvo or have owned or leased a Volvo within the past six months.
With the destination fee included, the base EX90 MSRP starts at $81,290, so that brings it down to $71,290, a more than 12% discount, a pretty good deal.
The 2025 AWD Volvo EX90, which can seat seven passengers comfortably, has a range of up to 310 miles and is NACS-compatible. It has a 510 hp engine, 110 kWh battery capacity, and can go from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds.
Read more: Review: Volvo EX90 is a smooth AWD 7-seat luxury kid-hauler
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