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We had a chance to test drive the Audi A6 e-tron, the German automaker’s second next-gen electric vehicle based on its new PPE platform, in Tenerife, Spain, a few weeks ago.

It delivers power, luxury, and an impressive range in a sleek design.

Disclaimer: Audi paid for my flights and lodging to go test out the A6 in Spain.

Outside of the e-tron GT, Audi has focused on SUVs when it comes to releasing new electric cars: the original e-tron, Q4, and Q8.

However, the German automaker has ambitions to electrify its entire lineup, and things are now moving faster with the introduction of the PPE platform, a new and long-awaited all-electric performance platform co-developed with Porsche.

Earlier this year, the automaker introduced the Q6 e-tron, its first vehicle based on the PPE, and we were quite impressed. The vehicle is much more efficient than Audi’s previous EVs, and it feels like the automaker is starting to settle into the role of producing electric vehicles.

The Q6 is an Audi, with all its performance and luxury, and a solid electric vehicle with a more than decent range and impressive charging capacity.

Audi A6 e-tron

Unsurprisingly, since it is based on the same platform, the Audi A6 has impressed me as much as the Q6 for the same reasons, but the form factor is more efficient. And you know I love my vehicles efficient.

The A6 is the most aerodynamic Audi ever, with a 0.21 drag coefficient in its most aerodynamic configuration. Unfortunately, we will not get it in North America because it involves replacing the side mirrors with cameras.

The North American version still gets an impressive 0.23 drag coefficient. The wheels can also make a big difference, and Audi offers many options.

Audi has already confirmed an EPA range of 370 miles (595 km) on the NA version of the A6 with 20″ wheels, but the automaker told us at the drive event that the upcoming 19″ wheels should enable 390 miles (628 km) of range.

That’s achieved on the same 100 kWh (94.4 kWh usable) battery pack.

Another reason the A6, like the Q6, achieves impressive range and efficiency is its strong regenerative braking.

Audi is taking the approach of offering a wide range of different regen braking strengths and modes, including applying the regen when using the brake pedal, but I personally exclusively use it in one-pedal driving mode (B). Once you get used to it, it’s hard to go back.

It makes the car more efficient and fun to drive.

At one point, we drove up to Mt. Teide, a dormant volcano on the island, at about 2 km of altitude. We were at about 250 km of range when I started driving back down to the hotel, which was on the coast about 68 km away.

We arrived at the hotel with about 300 km of range. That’s just awesome, and it’s not like I was trying to hypermile the A6. I was actually driving relatively aggressively, passing people, and we did about a dozen kilometers on the highway.

In terms of the actual driving experience, it was extremely reminiscent of the Q6 with a lower driving position. The cabin is dead quiet, which is the main feature of a luxury vehicle in my book. In dynamic mode, the steering is really responsive and you can always for more relaxed comfort modes.

The heads-up display clear and useful without being obnoxious.

The seats are incredibly comfortable, especially in the S6, the performance version of the A6, but you also have great options in the regular A6 or the S line A6, which adds S6 features without the performance.

I didn’t get to try these, but I thought they looked stunning:

Speaking of the performance, the basic rear-wheel drive with an output of 270 kW (280 kW with Launch Control) is plenty powerful. It gives you the peppiness that is so fun about EVs without being some crazy power.

If you want crazy power, the S6 can give you that. Even though we are more talking about a luxury family sedan, the dual motor all-wheel-drive powertrain can deliver 370 kW (405 kW with Launch Control) for a 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds.

It’s important to note that the higher performance level also comes with lower efficiency with the S6 getting 324 miles (521 km) of range.

That’s still more than a decent range, especially when combined with Audi’s impressive charging capability.

The A6 has a peak charge rate of 270 kW, but the charging curve is more impressive than the peak charge rate:

It makes the Audi A6 a great road trip car with the main downside being that it doesn’t have NACS in North America. Audi has locked the design a little too early for NACS integration.

This means that A6 owners must use an adapter to use the Supercharger network in North America.

Speaking of road trips, I was impressed by both the trunk opening and the overall space in the back without even having to lay down the back seat:

Audi had the Avant (wagon) version of the A6 at the drive event, but unfortunately, it was off-limits for us North American reporters since the automaker doesn’t plan to launch it in the US or Canada.

I think wagons look cool; it’s a bummer that they don’t sell well in North America. However, I have to say that I checked the Avant’s trunk compared to the sedan Sportback version and there wasn’t a big difference.

Audi A6 Pricing and Availability

We don’t have US pricing yet. That’s expected to arrive early next year before the A6 hits US dealerships a few months later.

Audi has released EU pricing for the “upper mid-range models”, which start at at 75,600 euros for the A6 Sportback e-tron performance and 77,250 euros for the A6 Avant e-tron performance. The S6 Sportback e-tron costs 99,500 euros and the price for the S6 Avant e-tron is 101,150 euros.

Electrek’s Take

Much like the Q6, I feel the A6’s main downside in North America is that it doesn’t come standard with a NACS connector.

If that’s your main downside, you are doing well since it just means that the few times a month you want/need to use a Supercharger station, you have to use an adapter. No big deal.

Speaking of charging, the A6 also has an interesting advantage on that front: an optional dual charger port.

You can have a CCS DC fast-charging capable port on the driver’s side and a level 2 J1772 on the other side. This can be super practical for people who often have the charge on city streets.

We still need to see the official pricing in the US on this, but I think with the range, efficiency, quiet cabin, and overall luxury, the 390-mile RWD A6 could prove to be a very interesting new entry in the EV market.

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EcoFlow Easter Sale takes 60% off units with free gear + major EcoCredit rewards, Lectric one-day-only e-bike price cuts to new lows, more

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EcoFlow Easter Sale takes 60% off units with free gear + major EcoCredit rewards, Lectric one-day-only e-bike price cuts to new lows, more

Today’s Green Deals are kicking off April with some major savings, led by EcoFlow’s newly launched Easter Sale that is taking up to 60% off power stations, along with scheduled flash sales, free gear at pricing thresholds, and even larger EcoCredit rewards – including bonus savings – than we’ve seen in past sales. Among the lineup, there’s the DELTA 2 Solar Generator bundle that comes with an expansion battery and two 110W solar panels down at a $1,049 low, among many others. We also spotted Lectric’s one-day-only April Fools flash sale that isn’t joking around as its XP 3.0 e-bikes lead a bunch of price cuts and changed-up bundle packages at new $899 and $1,099 lows. Lastly, EGO is continuing its Power+ savings event with its EGO POWER+ 56V 15-inch String Trimmer that comes with a 2.5Ah battery at $159, along with plenty more lawn care solutions at discounted rates. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s new low price on the NIU BQi-C3 Pro e-bike, the $400 discount on Segway’s latest Max G3 e-scooter, 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.

EcoFlow Easter Sale takes up to 60% off power stations with free gear, increased EcoCredit rewards, more – all from $169

Now that we’ve switched over to April, EcoFlow has launched its Easter Sale through April 14, with up to $3,737 taken off power stations, complete with scheduled flash sales, free gear at certain thresholds, and higher EcoCredit rewards for members than we’ve seen. Of the two web-exclusive offers this time around, we spotted the DELTA 2 Portable Power Station bundle with a smart extra battery and two 110W solar panels for $1,049 shipped. This package would normally run you $2,596 at full price, and we don’t often see this combination of gear all bundled together either – with past sales mostly offering either the panels or the expansion battery. The deal here comes in as a 60% markdown that puts $1,547 back in your pocket to give you the lowest price we have tracked.

There’s some solid additional savings and promotions going on during this sale, starting with you getting a free Power Hat ($129 value) on orders over $500 or two 125W solar panels ($499 value) on orders over $3,000. From there, we’re seeing increased rewards for members (free to sign-up + get 800 EcoCredits), with standard membership giving you 3x EcoCredits and Plus members scoring 3.5x EcoCredits – plus, you can redeem any you already have to get 5% in extra savings off your order at checkout. On top of this, you’ll also be getting an additional 500 EcoCredits for each order you place during the sale’s timeframe.

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EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 power station makes a great companion for outdoor travels, and trips in general – plus, it can certainly handle keeping essentials running at home should you find yourself in a sudden blackout. This bundle starts you off at a 2,048Wh LiFePO4 capacity that you can further expand to 3,072Wh with an additional expansion battery. It boasts 15 output ports, through which it can dish out up to 1,800W of steady power that is able to surge up to 2,200W for larger backup needs.

The increased power output, as well as charging times, are increased from the brand’s X-Boost tech that is present here, giving you an 80% battery in just 50 minutes when plugged into a wall outlet, or you can wait a little longer at 80 minutes for a full battery. The included solar panels in the bundle give you the option to recharge via the sun’s rays, which you can increase up to a maximum of 500W of input. There’s also the option to connect it to your car’s auxiliary port or utilize its max 1,100W of DC input.

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You can view the entirety of this sale on the landing page here through April 14, and be sure to keep your eyes open for the flash savings that are scheduled to drop on April 4, 7, 10, and 13-14. We spotted the brand’s newest release, the RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station, getting its first discount at Amazon a few days ago, which took costs down to a new $189 low for as long as the savings last.

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Lectric cuts prices on best-selling XP 3.0 e-bikes to new lows starting from $899 (Today only), more

Lectric has launched an April Fools flash sale through the rest of the day that is taking $100 off all its XP 3.0 e-bikes, plus some additional price cuts from previous sales’ higher rates and bundle change-ups on other models – no joke! Through the day until midnight tonight, you can now score the standard XP 3.0 e-bikes for $899 shipped and the XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bikes for $1,099 shipped. These models are getting brought down off their $999 and $1,199 price tags, with no bundles of free gear coming along – though much of the popular gear that usually comes in bundles are discounted on their landing pages. While we saw the long-range models drop to $1,139 at the end of February and ride through March, this is the first price cut we’ve spotted on the standard models, dropping either version of these popular e-bikes to new all-time low prices.

There’s a reason Lectric’s XP 3.0 e-bikes are the best-selling in America: not only do they offer reliable commuting power, but they do so at a far more affordable rate than most other brands on the market – plus, with these price cuts, the pot is only being sweetened further. The folding frame on any of these e-bikes house a 500W hub motor that peaks at 1,000W, delivering 20 MPH speeds unless you live within a state that permits the higher 28 MPH speeds.

The big difference (and big choice) here will depend entirely on just how far you need it to carry you throughout the day, with its pedal assistance providing you with 45 miles of travel riding the standard models and up to 65 miles of travel riding the long-range models. Yes, don’t worry, there are throttles to go entirely electric, though keep in mind doing so will decrease your traveling range. Along with the free add-on gear, you’ll also enjoy some quality stock features, like the integrated rear cargo rack, puncture-resistant tires, 180mm hydraulic disc brakes, the previously mentioned foldable body, an LCD display, and more.

Lectric XP 3.0 e-bike price cuts – no jokes here! (Today only):

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Lectric XP Lite 2.0 offers with up to $177 bundles:

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Get those weeds under control with EGO’s 56V 15-inch cordless split-shaft string trimmer at $159

Amazon is offering the EGO POWER+ 56V 15-inch String Trimmer with 2.5Ah battery for $159 shipped. Coming down off its more recent $180 rate that is down from its original $200 price tag, this package has mainly kept to its MSRP for most of the last year, with discounts dropping things lowest to $149 back in May 2024 and completely skipping over it for Black Friday and Christmas sales. Today’s deal shaves $21 off the recent going rate ($41 off in total) to give you the third-lowest price we have tracked, sitting just $10 above the low from last summer’s start.

With spring here and many folks jumping back into outdoor upkeep around the home, this is a great opportunity to do away with the noise and fumes of gas guzzlers for an electric solution. This split-shaft string trimmer from EGO delivers a 15-inch cutting swath that is easier to replace broken lines thanks to the rapid-reload head. It also comes with a variable speed control for more versatility in the jobs your tackling, as well as an IPX4 weather resistance that can handle sudden weather changes while you’re still working.

Other notable EGO lawncare deals:

We’ve covered a lot of amazing deals from EGO over the last few weeks that are still going strong. Be sure to check them out before the savings abruptly end:

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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.

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GM’s electric vehicle sales nearly doubled in the first three months of the year, with impressive growth across all brands. Chevy is now the fastest-growing EV brand in the US, with the electric Equinox and Blazer rolling out, while Cadillac is quickly making a comeback in the luxury segment. Even GMC just had its best first quarter ever. With the broadest selection of models in the industry, GM continues outpacing EV rivals.

Here’s how GM is outpacing EV rivals in the US

After all four of its brands notched double-digit growth in the first quarter, GM led the US auto industry in total, retail, and fleet sales.

GM sold 693,363 vehicles in the first three months of 2025, 17% more than last year. According to Rory Harvey, GM’s president of global markets, the company outpaced every other major automaker, “and the driving force is our portfolio.”

With the “broadest portfolio of EVs in the industry,” GM is emerging as a real EV competitor in the US. GM’s electric vehicle sales nearly doubled (+94%) in the US with 31,887 EVs sold in Q1.

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Chevy is now the fastest-growing EV brand in the US, led by the new electric Equinox, Blazer, and Silverado. In Q1, GM sold 10,329 Chevy Equinox, 6,187 Blazer, and 2,383 Silverado EVs.

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Chevy Equinox EV LT (Source: GM)

Starting at $34,995, GM calls the Chevy Equinox EV “America’s most affordable 315+ miles range EV.” The 2025 Equinox EV LT FWD has an EPA-estimated range of up to 319 miles.

Cadillac had its best first quarter since 2008, with retail sales up 21%. Although Lyriq sales slipped 26% to 4,300, the luxury brand delivered the first Optiq (1,716) models, Cadillac’s most affordable EV, during the quarter. GM’s luxury brand had its best retail market share since 2014.

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Cadillac Optiq EV (Source: Cadillac)

GMC had its best first quarter, with EV sales surging by 183%. The Hummer EV, including the pickup and SUV versions, saw higher demand, with sales doubling to nearly 3,500. The new GMC Sierra EV contributed another 1,249 to the total. With the 2026 Sierra EV starting at $25,000 less, GMC is poised to see even more demand.

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2026 GMC Sierra EV AT4 (left) and Elevation (right) trims (Source: GMC)

Thanks to its wide selection of electric SUVs, pickups, and luxury models, GM expects to remain the second-largest seller of EVs in the US after Tesla.

GM will round out its portfolio with the next-gen Chevy Bolt EV, which is expected to arrive later this year or in early 2026.

Ready to test one out for yourself? We’ve got you covered. You can use our links below to find deals on popular Chevy, Cadillac, and GMC EVs at a dealer near you.

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Tesla is sitting on $200 million worth of Cybertruck inventory

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Tesla has about $200 million worth of Cybertrucks in inventory in the US, as the truck is extremely difficult to sell.

A year and a half into production, Cybertruck production has ramped up, and inventory is building up.

Last year, Tesla could blame low Cybertruck deliveries on the production ramp, the more expensive Foundation Series, and the lack of access to the $7,500 tax credit.

All of those excuses are not available to Tesla this year. The Cybertruck is simply proving challenging to sell, and the automaker has to throttle down production to avoid building up too much inventory.

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This proved problematic in March as Tesla had to put a containment hold on the Cybertruck in anticipation of a recall of units produced to date over a trim falling off the truck.

At the production level, the fix was introduced on March 21st and Tesla still needs to fix Cybertrucks delivered to customers.

In the meantime, Tesla finds itself holding more Cybertruck inventory than ever, with almost 2,400 Cybertrucks in new inventory available (via Tesla-Info):

That’s around $200 million worth of Cybertrucks.

With Tesla having issues selling new Cybertrucks, the automaker is reportedly not taking any as trade-ins. Many Cybertruck owners reported trying to trade-in the truck for a new vehicle and they were told that the automaker currently doesn’t accept its own vehicle as a trade-in.

Some owners who have had their trucks in service for extended periods of time are also trying to get Tesla to take the truck back, but the company is forcing them to go through the Lemon Law process.

It’s not surprising to see Tesla not wanting to take back used Cybertrucks as their prices are falling fast.

Used Cybertruck prices are down 55% year over year, 13% over the last three months, and 6% over the last month.

As Tesla doesn’t take the Cybertruck as a trade-in, other used car dealers are also reticent about buying the vehicle. They have been known to give low-ball offers to potential sellers as they wait to see where the price will stabilize.

Electrek’s Take

I think we are far from the bottom. With this kind of inventory on hand, I expect Tesla to introduce discounts. The company is likely waiting to completely sell off its Foundation Series inventory before giving bigger discounts on the regular version.

Then, Tesla is expected to launch the RWD at a cheaper price, which is also likely to affect used prices.

That’s all while Tesla is already throttling down Cybertruck production.

I am really curious to see where this vehicle program is going. I know many have already written it off, but who knows? Maybe it can improve it with a mid-cycle update next year, and it can make a comeback?

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