Looking for a smarter, cooler, and genuinely more comfortable way to commute this winter? The NAVEE ST3 Pro Damping Arm™ Suspension City E-scooter has officially entered the chat — and for Black Friday, it’s dropping to an unmissable low price. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to commit to electric travel, this is it.

From November 17 to December 2 (PDT), the NAVEE ST3 Pro Damping Arm™ Suspension City E-scooter is 20% off, reducing the price from USD $949.99 to $759.99. Canadian pricing drops from CAD $1,299.99 to $971.09. (On Amazon, the discount window is November 20 to December 1 (PDT).)

And if that wasn’t already awesome, NAVEE has tacked on an extra 5% off for Electrek readers when you use one of these codes:

• Official Website: Use code ST3PRO5 — valid in the US & Canada through February 28, 2026
• Amazon: Use code NAVEEST3PRO — valid in the US & Canada through February 28, 2026

Why the NAVEE ST3 Pro is a standout

The NAVEE ST3 Pro pushes the boundaries of what an electric scooter can be. It’s built for real-world riders who want power, range, comfort, and safety with their convenience.

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Auto‑grade ride comfort

The automotive‑grade Damping Arm™ suspension system uses four swinging polymer arms on both front and rear wheels, absorbing impact in ways traditional scooters simply can’t. Whether you’re rolling over brick roads, patched‑up potholes, or gravel, the ST3 Pro smooths out the chaos.

Power that actually counts

The 48-volt platform delivers up to 1350W of peak power, allowing you to power through 28% inclines without any power loss. Switch into Sport Mode when you want max speed of up to 25 mph, confidence, and faster reaction ability.

Safety is priority

With the triple braking system, NAVEE didn’t hold back:

• Disc brake
• Drum brake
• Automotive‑grade eABS + traction control

This blend gives you enhanced stopping precision and a shorter braking distance, even during high‑speed or downhill commutes.

Long ranges that end anxiety

The ST3 Pro features a 596.7Wh battery system offering up to 46.6 miles of TÜV‑certified range at maximum speed. That’s nearly two days of commuting for many riders. For comparison, the ST3 model, with its 477.36Wh battery, achieves a range of up to 37.5 miles.

Regenerative braking adds even more efficiency, reclaiming up to 12% of total range.

Style + smart features

Want a scooter that looks as good as it rides? The ST3 Pro goes full futuristic with ambient lighting built right into the footboard – and not just a basic glow, but 15 fully selectable lighting modes to match your mood. Control it all with a tap in the NAVEE app.

Both the ST3 and ST3 Pro also come fully kitted with commuter‑ready lighting and connectivity:

• Bright headlight for late‑night rides
• Clean, visible taillight + turn indicators for safer signaling
• Full companion app support for smart control, monitoring, and customization

Final thoughts

The NAVEE ST3 Pro isn’t just another Black Friday discount — it’s a chance to level up your urban commute with comfort, precision, and premium technology that feels years ahead.

The 20% off sale runs from November 17 to December 2 (PDT) (on Amazon, it runs November 20 to December 1 (PDT)) — don’t miss out. And don’t forget to use the extra 5% off codes for Electrek readers of ST3PRO5 on the official website and NAVEEST3PRO on Amazon.

You can buy the NAVEE ST3 Pro Damping Arm™ Suspension City E-scooter at the following links:

Yamaha is doubling down on urban electrification in Japan with the launch of its new Jog E electric scooter – and in a twist that we’ve been waiting years to see, it runs on Honda’s Mobile Power Pack e: swappable batteries.

Yamaha shared on its social media that the Jog E is set to begin a region-limited pre-sale on December 22, 2025, exclusively through Yamaha EV shops in Tokyo and Osaka. This rollout makes it the first Yamaha two-wheeler built around the Mobile Power Pack e system, which is becoming Japan’s de facto standard thanks to the joint battery-swap venture Gachaco.

It’s the result of an initiative that began way back in 2019, when many of the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers built a consortium to develop a single swappable battery standard. At the time, it was seen largely as a way to compete against Gogoro, which had already developed a single swappable battery standard. Ultimately, instead of developing a battery standard, the consortium simply chose to elect Honda’s relatively little-used battery design as its standard. Now we’re finally seeing that battery employed in another major motorcycle maker’s vehicles.

A Yamaha built for battery swapping

Unlike typical electric scooters sold with a fixed battery, the Jog E is offered as a body-only purchase. Riders must separately subscribe to Gachaco’s paid battery-sharing service, which gives access to swap stations located throughout major cities.

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As of now, Gachaco operates 42 battery swapping stations in Tokyo, 7 stations in Osaka, and 2 stations in Saitama. It’s a far cry from the thousands of stations operated by Taiwanese competitors like Gogoro and Kymco, but it’s a start.

It also means Yamaha is restricting initial sales to Tokyo and Osaka EV stores, ensuring that buyers actually have infrastructure available. Yamaha says standalone batteries and chargers will arrive in the second half of 2026 for riders who prefer to own rather than swap.

Built for stop-and-go city life

Yamaha says the Jog E is tuned specifically for dense urban commuting, with smooth acceleration for constant stop-and-go traffic, plus familiar Yamaha scooter ergonomics and universal EV-forward design touches. We don’t get performance specs yet, but the urban focus means we’re likely looking at limited power and speed figures.

Riders will get two color options at launch: dark gray and light gray. Not exactly going nuts with the color wheel, there.

Pricing lands at 159,500 yen (about US$1,050), though that excludes battery service fees, registration, insurance, and other common costs.

Part of Yamaha’s bigger climate strategy

Yamaha says the Jog E plays a key role in the company’s path toward carbon neutrality by 2050. Specifically, it helps reduce emissions under “Scope 3, Category 11” – basically emissions generated from customers using Yamaha products.

The scooter also symbolizes a closer collaboration among Japan’s Big Four motorcycle makers, all of whom co-founded Gachaco along with energy giant ENEOS. Battery swapping is shaping up to be Japan’s most aggressive approach to mainstreaming electric two-wheelers, and the Jog E is a big step in that direction.

Toyota launched its new flagship electric sedan in China with pre-orders starting at under $30,000. The bZ7 is Toyota’s most advanced vehicle yet, offering far more tech and features than those sold in the US, Europe, and every other global market.

Toyota’s flagship EV launches in China for under $30,000

How come China gets all the cool new cars? Toyota’s joint venture, GAC-Toyota, launched the bZ7, its new fully electric flagship model, at the Guangzhou International Motor Show in China on Friday.

Toyota said the new EV “generated significant interest at the auto show,” with its debut showcasing some of its most advanced technology and features to date.

The bZ7 is the only model in its segment to feature a dual-chamber air suspension, a HarmonyOS-powered digital cockpit, and a LiDAR-based advanced driver assistance system (ADAS).

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According to the automaker, its new flagship electric sedan “possesses a higher level of intelligence than any of Toyota’s offerings in global markets.”

Of course, Toyota didn’t develop the tech on its own. It leaned heavily on Chinese tech giants, including Huawei, Xiaomi, and Momenta, for help.

The bZ7 is GAC Toyota’s first vehicle to feature Huawei’s HarmonyOS intelligent driving system, which acts as a central hub, managing everything from the entertainment system to the navigation and climate control.

Toyota’s new EV is equipped with Momenta’s latest ADAS system, Momenta 6.0. The system uses a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor to support nearly 50 new features, including Navigation on Autopilot in cities and highways.

The bZ7 is also Toyota’s first vehicle to feature Xiaomi’s “Human x Car x Home” smart ecosystem. The smart ecosystem integrates with HarmonyOS, enabling drivers to control smart home appliances directly from the vehicle’s infotainment system or a smartphone.

Measuring 5,130 mm in length, 1,965 mm in width, and 1,500 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,020 mm, the bZ7 is about the size of a Tesla Model S or BYD Han L.

Toyota’s flagship EV is powered by an LFP battery from CALB, but range and battery capacity have yet to be released. It will also feature a 207 kW (277 HP) electric motor from Huawei.

GAC-Toyota didn’t reveal specific pre-sale prices but claimed the bZ7 will be “a top choice among 200,000 RMB [$28,000] luxury pure electric sedans.” The company said its new EV is “poised for a strong start, aiming to achieve one million units in production and sales.”

What do you think of Toyota’s new flagship EV for China? If only we could get one of these in the US or Europe… We’ll keep dreaming. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.