The Tesla Semi program is gaining momentum with another major logistics player officially joining the fleet. German logistics giant DHL confirmed that it has taken delivery of its first Tesla Semi.

For a long time, PepsiCo was the only company operating the Tesla Semi in any meaningful volume outside of the automaker itself. But as we move closer to volume production in Nevada, we are seeing more units land in the hands of major customers like Walmart, Costco, and Sysco.

Now, DHL is officially on board.

In a press release issued last week, the logistics giant confirmed the delivery of its first all-electric Tesla Semi to be integrated into its US operations. This follows a pilot program in Livermore, California, where DHL tested the truck’s capabilities on real-world routes.

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According to the official announcement, during a 390-mile long-haul route, the Tesla Semi averaged 1.72 kWh per mile while hauling a gross combined weight of 75,000 pounds (34 metric tons). We previously reported on the successful pilot program last year.

Jim Monkmeyer, President, Transportation, DHL Supply Chain North America, commented on the performance:

“Our pilot of the Tesla Semi exceeded expectations, proving its ability to efficiently haul a typical DHL freight over long distances on a single charge. Integrating the Tesla Semi into our fleet is an important step toward achieving our decarbonization goals and delivering more sustainable solutions for our customers. With its range of up to 500 miles, the Semi unlocks opportunities that were previously beyond the limits of heavy-duty EVs, and we’re excited to partner with Tesla to make that a reality.”

This efficiency of 1.72 kWh/mile is critical. When Tesla first unveiled the Semi, they promised consumption of “less than 2 kWh per mile.” Many skeptics doubted this figure for a fully loaded Class 8 truck, but DHL’s real-world data confirms that Tesla is not only hitting that target but beating it significantly, even with a 75,000 lb load.

The truck is now operating out of Central California. Interestingly, DHL notes that for its current daily operations, the truck travels about 100 miles per day and only requires charging “about once per week.”

Dan Priestley, Director of the Tesla Semi program at Tesla, commented on the partnership:

“DHL has been a great partner to work with, and we appreciate their early and longstanding support ^{for the Semi program. We are excited to support their deployment in North America, and their experience as a trusted logistics provider will help us make the product even better for future global markets.”}

DHL says this delivery expands its fleet of Class 8 electric vehicles in North America to over 150 units. The company plans to add more Tesla Semi trucks in 2026 “as Tesla begins its volume production.”

After planning to start production in 2025 for the past 2 years, Tesla has recently delayed Tesla Semi production into 2026.

Electrek’s Take

For years, we’ve heard arguments from legacy truck makers and industry analysts claiming that battery-electric trucks can’t handle long-haul duties because the batteries are too heavy and the efficiency is too low.

DHL just proved them wrong.

Getting 1.72 kWh per mile with a 75,000 lb gross combined weight is impressive. To put that in perspective, at typical commercial electricity rates, that’s a fuel cost of roughly $0.20 to $0.25 per mile. Diesel trucks often cost $0.60 to $0.80 per mile in fuel alone.

The economics are undeniable.

We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with more winter holiday savings, led by Lectric’s Christmas Holiday Sale with up to $893 savings on e-bike bundles, price cuts on multiple models, and up to 25% accessory discounts – with e-bike pricing starting from $999. Right behind it is EcoFlow’s final Cyber Week flash sale (before the main event ends tonight and switches to its next seasonal event), which includes the brand’s Power Pulse EV Charger bundled with a Smart Home Panel 2 at a new $1,199 low. There’s also Segway’s Navimow i and X3 series robot lawn mowers at their second-best prices starting from $699, a return low on a popular Autel level 2 EV charging station with voice controls, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals from last week down below, collected together in our latest edition of Electrified Weekly.

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.

Lectric Christmas Holiday Sale offers up to $893 savings on e-bike bundles + multiple price cuts, more – all from $999

Lectric has officially switched gears from its previous Black Friday/Cyber Week event to its latest Christmas Holiday Sale, continuing many of the offers with up to $893 savings and 25% accessory discounts, alongside some new change-ups, including price cuts on more models than we’ve seen at once before. Of course, across all your options from this brand, my personal pick for holiday scores is the XP4 Folding Utility e-bike with $227 in FREE gear at $999 shipped or the XP4 750 Folding Utility e-bikes with $514 in FREE gear at $1,299 shipped. Without the usual discounts on the bundles themselves, you’d be paying $1,226 and $1,813 for these packages at full price, with the standard models seeing a shrunk-down bundle that still beats the usual $79 package we’ve mostly seen over 2025, and the 750 model continuing over its previous bundle size which has been the largest we’ve seen since it released in early summer. Head below to browse the full lineup of deals across all models from this brand – and you have until December 15 to get orders in to receive them ahead of Christmas.

Whether you’re shopping for a loved one or treating yourself, you really can’t go wrong with Lectric’s XP4 e-bikes, which I have not only incorporated into my life (and loving), but also raved about in my hands-on review here. Your choice primarily depends on how much power and travel range you need, with the standard XP4 e-bike equipped with a 500W brushless geared hub motor (1,092Wh peak) and a 10.4Ah battery that delivers up to 50 miles of pedal-assisted travel. On the flip side, the XP4 750 e-bike boasts a more powerful 750W motor (with a greater 1,310W peak) and larger 17.5Ah battery to give you up to 85 miles of travel range. Both models’ motors also sport upgraded Stealth M24 tech to perform at quieter levels, all while providing up to 20/28 MPH top speeds that depend on what your state laws allow.

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They share features from there, especially the new upgrades, including a zero-degree stem, detachable TFT display, repositioned side key and charging port, and also keyless riding to meet fan expectations/asks. Your riding also benefits from hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-resistant mixed-terrain tires, an integrated brake-activated taillight with turn signaling, an 8-speed Shimano Altus derailleur, and more.

Lectric Christmas Holiday Sale XP4 e-bike bundles:

• XP4 Tempest Grey e-bike with $227 bundle: $999 (Reg. $1,226)
• XP4 Step-Thru Stratus White e-bike with $227 bundle: $999 (Reg. $1,226)
• XP4 750 Pine Green e-bike with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)
• XP4 750 Tempest Grey e-bike with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)
• XP4 750 Step-Thru Tempest Grey e-bike with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)
• XP4 750 Step-Thru Stratus White e-bike with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)
• XP4 750 Step-Thru Raindrop Blue e-bike with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)

Lectric XPedition 2.0 e-bike bundles:

• XPedition 2.0 cargo e-bike with $346 bundle, Stratus White: $1,399 (Reg. $1,745)
• XPedition 2.0 cargo e-bike with $346 bundle, Raindrop Blue: $1,399 (Reg. $1,745)
• XPedition 2.0 DB cargo e-bike with $744 bundle, Stratus White: $1,799 (Reg. $2,543)
• XPedition 2.0 DB cargo e-bike with $744 bundle, Raindrop Blue: $1,799 (Reg. $2,543)
• XPedition 2.0 DB cargo e-bike with $893 bundle, Stratus White: $1,999 (Reg. $2,892)
• XPedition 2.0 DB cargo e-bike with $893 bundle, Raindrop Blue: $1,999 (Reg. $2,892)

ONE LR Belt-Drive e-bike bundle + price cut:

XPress 750 e-bikes bundle:

XP Lite 2.0 LR e-bike bundles:

• XP Lite 2.0 Arctic White e-bike with $350 bundle, 80-mile range: $999 (Reg. $1,349)
• XP Lite 2.0 Sandstorm e-bike with $350 bundle, 80-mile range: $999 (Reg. $1,349)
• XP Lite 2.0 Lectric Blue e-bike with $350 bundle, 80-mile range: $999 (Reg. $1,349)
• XP Lite 2.0 Lavender Haze e-bike with $350 bundle, 80-mile range: $999 (Reg. $1,349)
• XP Lite 2.0 JW Black e-bike with $350 bundle, 80-mile range: $1,099 (Reg. $1,449)

XPeak 2.0 e-bikes with price cuts:

XP Trike2 price cut offers:

• XP Trike2, Glacier Blue: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
• XP Trike2, Tempest Grey: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
• XP Trike2, Stratus White: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
• XP Long-Range Trike2 750, Dusk Blue: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
• XP Long-Range Trike2 750, Glacier Blue: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
• XP Long-Range Trike2 750, Stratus White: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
• XP Long-Range Trike2 750, Phoenix Red: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
• XP Long-Range Trike2 750, Lavender Haze: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)

Lectric’s Christmas Holiday Sale accessory deals:

You can also browse Lectric’s full Christmas Holiday Sale lineup here, including the up to 25% accessory discounts.

EcoFlow’s final Cyber Week flash sale offers Power Pulse EV charger + Smart Home Panel 2 at new $1,199 low (Save 57%), more

As part of the final day of its Cyber Week Sale before transitioning into its winter holiday seasonal events, EcoFlow has launched a 24-hour flash sale on four different bundles – three of which are add-on accessory packages, while one is a first-time inclusion of the Power Pulse EV Charger with a Smart Home Panel 2 at $1,199 shipped. Normally carrying a $2,798 MSRP, we’ve been mainly seeing it keep down at $2,199 since September, un-budged to lower rates even during major holiday events like Black Friday. That’s changing today, as this flash sale is not only including it in the lineup for the first time since its release, but also providing a larger-than-ever 57% markdown that cuts $1,599 from the tag for a new all-time low price.

If you want to learn more about this particular pairing, or any of the add-on accessory bundles, be sure to check out our original coverage of this flash sale here while it lasts until tonight.

Segway Navimow’s i series + newest X3 series robot lawn mowers up to $500 off at second-best prices from $699

Through its official Amazon storefront, Segway is offering its Navimow i105N Robot Lawn Mower at $699 shipped, while the Navimow i110N Robot Lawn Mower is down at $909 shipped, which both match their direct website pricing. Not only these, but you can also find the latest X3 series of models at their second-best prices collected for you here. Segway’s i series of robots would normally run you $999 and $1,299 at full price, which we’ve seen taken as low as $664 and $864 this year back during last month’s Black Friday event. If you missed out on those lows, you can score them here at their second-best prices (the all-time low for the i105N and the second-best annual price for the i110N), saving you up to $390 while upgrading your lawn care routine with smarter functionality. You can also shop Segway’s latest Christmas Holiday Sale deals on EVs right now, too.

If you want to learn more about these two robot lawn mowers, or browse the additional X3 series of offers, be sure to check out our original coverage of these deals here.

Save $151 on Autel’s MaxiCharger AC Lite 40A level 2 EV charger with voice controls back at $319 low

Coming at us through the official Autel Amazon storefront, you can pick up the brand’s MaxiCharger AC Lite Home 40A Smart AI Level 2 EV Charger back at $319 shipped right now in both colorways, matching the price directly from the Autel Website (where you have a choice between a J1772 or NACS connector). Normally fetching $470 in full, discounts over the year mostly kept costs between $399 and $376, though it did drop as low as $352 until Black Friday when this same rate first appeared. Now, you’re getting another shot at this all-time low price, complete with a $151 markdown. If you want to go with a more powerful EV charging station, you can still find the MaxiCharger Home Level 2 50A EV Chargers starting from their $398 lows.

If you want to learn more about this EV charger’s capabilities, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here. You can also find Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector retaining its Black Friday price cut here.

Best Winter EV deals!

• Velotric Nomad 2X e-bike (camo) with DELTA 3 Plus station: $3,048 (Reg. $3,298)
• Velotric Nomad 2X e-bike (sage or fig) with DELTA 3 Plus station: $2,948 (Reg. $3,298)
• Heybike Hero 750W Mid-Drive Carbon-Fiber All-Terrain e-bike: $2,099 (Reg. $3,099)
• Segway Xyber e-bike (at lowest price): $2,900 (Reg. $3,300)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 35Ah Cargo e-bike w/ $893 bundle: $1,999 (Reg. $2,761)
• Ride1Up TrailRush German Mid-Drive e-bike: $1,995 (Reg. $2,095)
• Heybike Hero 1,000W Carbon-Fiber All-Terrain e-bike: $1,899 (Reg. $2,599)
• Tenways Wayfarer e-bike with $366 bundle: $1,899 (Reg. $2,199)
• Velotric Fold 1 Plus e-bike with DELTA 2 station: $1,898 (Reg. $2,198)
• Segway Xafari e-bike (at lowest price): $1,800 (Reg. $2,400)
• Aventon Aventure 3 Smart All-Terrain e-bike: $1,799 (Reg. $1,999)
• Aventon Aventure 3 Smart Step-Through All-Terrain e-bike: $1,799 (Reg. $1,999)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 26Ah Cargo e-bike w/ $744 bundle: $1,799 (Reg. $2,543)
• Lectric XP Trike2 750 Long-Range eTrike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
• Aventon Level 3 Step-Over Smart Commuter e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,899)
• Aventon Level 3 Step-Through Smart Commuter e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,899)
• Lectric XPeak 2.0 Long-Range Off-Road e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,699)
• Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,999)
• Ride1Up VORSA Modular Multi-Use e-bike: $1,595 (Reg. $1,695)
• Lectric XP Trike2: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
• Lectric XPeak 2.0 Standard Off-Road e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 13Ah Cargo e-bike with $346 bundle: $1,399 (Reg. $1,745)
• Heybike ALPHA All-Terrain e-bike with $266 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,699)
• Lectric XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $518 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,817)
• Lectric XP4 750 LR Folding Utility e-bikes with $514 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,813)
• Lectric XP Lite 2.0 JW Black LR e-bike with $350 bundle: $1,099 (Reg. $1,449)
• Heybike Hauler Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike with $89+ bundle (new low): $999 (Reg. $1,413)
• Lectric XP4 Standard Folding Utility e-bikes with $227 bundle: $999 (Reg. $1,226)
• Lectric XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes with $350 bundles: $999 (Reg. $1,349)
• Segway ZT3 Pro All-Terrain Electric Scooter: $850 (Reg. $1,000)
• Segway E3 Pro Electric Scooter: $600 (Reg. $700)

Best new Green Deals landing this week

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.

After falling behind in China, Toyota’s new electric vehicles are starting to find their footing. Now, it’s about to launch a new flagship model.

Keeping pace in an intensifying EV market

Although nearly every global automaker has struggled to keep pace in China’s fast-moving auto market, Toyota has been one of the hardest hit.

After its sales in China dropped by 7% in 2024, Toyota blamed the shift to new energy vehicles and “severe market conditions”, including an intensifying price war.

The Japanese automaker has been notoriously slow in the transition to fully electric vehicles, standing by its multi-pathway strategy that still includes hybrids and gas-powered vehicles.

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In China, Toyota has had no choice but to adapt. As part of its China R&D 2.0 strategy, Toyota has tapped China’s biggest tech giants, including Huawei, Xiaomi, and Momenta, to help it compete with domestic brands like BYD.

So far, it seems to be paying off. Through October 2025, Toyota’s sales in China are up 3.5%. Now, Toyota is crediting strong demand for its new EV, the bZ3X, for the growth.

Toyota’s new EVs help boost sales in China

Toyota’s joint venture, GAC-Toyota, announced that bZ3X sales topped the 10,000 mark for two consecutive months.

The bZ3X is Toyota’s “first 100,000 yuan-level pure electric SUV,” starting at just 109,800 yuan, or roughly $15,000.

It’s about the size of a RAV4 at 4,645 mm long, 1,885 mm wide, and 1,625 mm tall, but it looks and feels very different from the Toyota models we’re used to, with advanced ADAS features, an intelligent voice assistant, smart storage, and much more.

Now, the Japanese automaker is preparing to launch its new flagship EV, the bZ7. According to Toyota, the bZ7 “possesses a higher level of intelligence than any of Toyota’s offerings in global markets.”

GAC-Toyota claimed the new flagship EV “generated significant interest” at the Guangzhou International Motor Show last month, thanks to advanced tech and features.

Like the bZ3X, the flagship electric sedan features a minimalistic interior with a floating infotainment screen, a smaller driver cluster, and a head-up display.

The bZ7 is the brand’s first vehicle to feature Huawei’s HarmonyOS intelligent driving system, which controls everything from the infotainment to navigation and climate control.

It’s also equipped with Momenta 5.0, providing nearly 50 new ADAS features, including Navigation on Autopilot in cities and on highways.

With Xiaomi’s “Human x Car x Home” smart ecosystem, drivers can manage smart home devices directly from the vehicle’s infotainment or smartphone.

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

Toyota’s new flagship EV will be available with 71.35 kWh and 88.13 kWh battery packs, offering a CLTC range of up to 600 km and 710 km, respectively.

Official prices and more information will be revealed closer to its official launch in early 2026, but GAC-Toyota said the bZ7 is “a top choice among 200,000 RMB [$28,000] luxury pure electric sedans.” The company added that the flagship EV is “poised for a strong start, aiming to achieve one million units in production and sales.”

Can it compete with BYD, Tesla, and others in China? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.