As Ford’s first all-electric Explorer rolls off the production line at its new Cologne EV facility, the company is already looking toward its second EV. Ford will reveal its new sports EV crossover soon ahead of production later this year.
The Explorer EV is a five-seat family SUV aimed at the European market. Ford combined classic American design with superior German engineering to create the fully electric mid-size SUV.
Ford’s all-electric Explorer is based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, the same one used for the ID.4. It’s the first of a 2020 partnership to revamp the Ford brand in the region. With 470 liters of storage and a massive 15″ movable touchscreen (with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support), Ford’s new electric SUV is built for family trips.
The Explorer EV can also fast charge from 10% to 80% in about 25 minutes, allowing you to get back on the road quickly.
Although production was expected to begin before the end of 2023, Ford delayed it last summer to meet new global safety rules.
Ford electric Explorer production (Source: Ford)
Ford’s first all-electric Explorer rolls out of assembly
After re-engineering the new EV with an updated NMC battery, Ford’s electric Explorer is ready to roll out.
Ford announced it started mass production Tuesday at its new dedicated Cologne EV center. The first model to come off the assembly line is Ford’s new all-electric Explorer.
Ford Electric Explorer (Source: Ford)
The Explorer EV is “a better vehicle now than we would have launched half a year ago,” according to Martin Sander, head of Ford’s Europe EV unit. The extra time was used to “get everything nailed down,” Sander explained, “to make sure that we’re delivering a perfect vehicle to our customers.
With a new battery, the electric Explorer can drive over 374 miles (600 km) on a single charge. Kieran Cahill, VP of manufacturing for Ford Europe, said the start of production (SOP) “marks the beginning of a new era for Ford in Europe.”
Ford Electric Explorer interior (Source: Ford)
Ford’s electric Explorer is available in a single-motor RWD and a dual-motor AWD version in Europe.
The single-motor model starts at £45,875 ($58,000), fitted with a 77 kWh battery. Ford’s dual-motor Explorer packs VW’s 335 hp powertrain (used for its sporty GTX models) and a 79 kWh battery. Both are equipped with an extended-range NMC battery.
Ford says a standard-range NMC battery will be available at a later date. Prices are expected to start at around £39,875 ($50,000).
Ford Electric Explorer production (Source: Ford)
The electric Explorer was the first to roll off the assembly line in Cologne, but Ford is already planning its second EV in the region.
Ford said a new sports EV crossover will be revealed shortly ahead of the SOP later this year. After the new EV was spotted testing late last year by Auto Express, the new EV is expected to be an electric Ford Capri. Check back for more on Ford’s new EV soon.
Electrek’s Take
Although Ford’s new Explorer EV is aimed at Europe, the automaker may be missing an opportunity on its home turf.
Larger electric SUVs are selling. For example, Kia had its second best-ever sales month in May in the US as its new three-row EV9 electric SUV gained traction. Kia has sold 7,766 EV9 models through the first five months of the year, nearly topping its first dedicated EV, the EV6, with 8,770 models sold.
Rivian’s R1S was the fourth best-selling EV in the first quarter with a 2.9% market share, just below Ford’s Mustang Mach-E with a 3.5% share.
However, the R1S starts at $74,900 while the Mach-E starts at nearly half that at $39,995. Despite this, Ford is delaying its larger electric SUV in the US as it shifts to smaller, more affordable EVs.
Ford’s CEO Jim Farley doubled down on smaller EVs this week. In an interview with Yahoo Finance, Farley said Ford wants to compete with the best. Right now, Ford believes the biggest threat is from Chinese automakers like BYD.
What do you guys think? Would you buy an electric Explorer in the US? Or is Ford right? Smaller EVs are the way to go. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Tesla has launched a new version of the Model Y in China, and it’s achieving an impressive new range rating – thanks to a new battery cell from South Korea’s LG.
The new variant, a five-seat, rear-wheel drive long-range model, has been released with an 821-km range based on China’s CLTC standard.
While the CLTC rating is known to be optimistic, 821 km (about 510 miles) is an impressive number and the longest range Tesla has offered in its Model Y lineup to date, which is going to help it be more competitive in the Chinese market.
The new long-range RWD Model Y starts at RMB 288,500, which translates to just over $40,500 USD.
The launch comes at a critical time for Tesla in China, which has seen its sales slump in recent months. The automaker recorded its lowest monthly sales in October since November 2022, falling out of the top 10 list for new energy vehicle (NEV) sales.
That’s despite a continued surge in electric vehicle sales in China. Tesla is not benefiting from it amid strong competition.
According to local Chinese media reports, the new 821-km Model Y is already gaining traction with some anecdotal reports of enthusiasm at Tesla stores.
The reports are partly supported by Tesla quickly extending delivery timelines from 2-4 weeks to 4-6 weeks just hours after launch.
Electrek’s Take
I think this is going to be suitable for a decent short-term bump in demand, but it’s still on the expensive side for the Chinese market.
For example, now the Model Y beats the Xpeng G6’s max range of 755 km, but the G6 with this range costs 234,900 RMB (approximately $32,900 USD), which is significantly cheaper.
Every 10,000 RMB tranche lower means a lot more demand in China.
Tesla needs to launch its new “standard” versions to start making a difference with demand long term in China.
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Cadillac’s luxury electric SUV is suddenly pretty affordable. The Cadillac Lyriq saw the biggest price drops this fall, with lease prices down $115 a month since October.
Cadillac Lyriq lease prices drop in November
It’s been three and a half years since the first Lyriq models for customers rolled off the production line at GM’s Spring Hill, Tennessee, assembly plant, kicking off a new era for Cadillac as its first all-electric vehicle.
Through the first three quarters of 2025, it was the second-best-selling luxury EV and has helped put Cadillac on pace for its best sales year since 2013.
To keep the momentum going, Cadillac is offering 2025 Lyriq leases starting at $419 per month this November. The deal is for a 24-month lease, with $4,799 due at signing, for an effective monthly cost of $619.
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According to online auto research firm CarsDirect, that’s a $115 price drop from last month, among the largest of any vehicle in the US.
The 2025 Cadillac Lyriq Luxury (Source: Cadillac)
The deal includes a $2,000 competitive cash allowance for Tesla, Rivian, Polestar, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Genesis, BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and other competitive brand owners and lessees.
The 2025 Cadillac Lyriq 1 AWD offers an EPA-estimated 319 miles of range and boasts a massive curved 33″ digital infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The interior of the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq Luxury (Source: Cadillac)
Cadillac now offers a complete lineup of electric SUVs, including the entry-level Optiq, midsize Lyriq, and larger Vistiq and Escalade IQ.
Outside of the Escalade IQ, Cadillac is offering the $2,000 competitive cash allowance across its entire EV lineup. If you’re looking for a cheaper option, the 2026 Cadillac Optiq is available to lease for as low as $319 per month. To take advantage of the deals, you must take delivery by January 2, 2026.
Ready to test drive one to experience it for yourself? You can use our links below to see available Cadillac electric SUVs in your area.
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EcoFlow launches DELTA 3 1000 Air power station and bundles with up to $640 early-bird savings starting from $299
Running alongside its early Black Friday Sale, as well as the RAPID power bank promotions, EcoFlow has launched its new DELTA 3 1000 Air Portable Power Station starting at $299 shipped that gets a FREE 65W charger, as well as bundles at up to $640 off (and listed below). This all-new unit will carry a $499 full price outside of these initial launch savings, with it not yet available on other marketplaces like Amazon. The deal here is a 40% markdown that cuts $200 in first-time savings from the going rate, setting the bar for future discounts in later months. Head below to get the rundown on this new backup power solution, as well as its discounted bundle options.
Joining EcoFlow’s compact, yet powerful backup power solutions, the new DELTA 3 1000 Air station brings along a 960Wh battery capacity that the brand claims to “power 99% of home-essential appliances” with its 500W power output that can surge as high as 1,000W, thanks to the included X-Boost tech. It sports AC, USB-C, and USB-A ports to cover connection needs, and even boasts three front light indicator lights to show the status of your grid when it’s plugged in, with it immediately switching to its own power supply upon detecting instability, making it quite the unique switchover support at home.
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There are four main ways to power/recharge the EcoFlow DELTA 3 1000 Air station, starting with a standard AC outlet that can have it back to full in two hours. There’s also a maximum 500W solar input to utilize with appropriate panels, as well as a gas generator connection option, and the usual on-the-go recharging from your car’s auxiliary port.
EcoFlow’s DELTA 3 1000 Air power station launch deals:
Autel’s new outdoor cams pack a punch with solar design, local storage, and HDMI with kits from $249 (Up to $200 off)
Through its official Amazon storefront, Autel is now offering the first cash savings on its new 2-cam Outdoor Wireless Solar Security Camera kit starting from $249 shipped, after clipping the on-page $50 off coupon, as well as its 4-cam Outdoor Wireless Solar Security Camera kit at $299 shipped, after clipping the on-page $200 off coupon. These new solar-powered surveillance devices have been on the market since late August carrying $299 and $499 full prices, with the on-page coupons providing the first discounts we’ve spotted. You’re looking at either a $50 or $200 markdown on these packages while things last, providing the first price cuts that set the bar for future discounts.
Cash in during Lectric’s Black Friday battery sale with up to 25% off new and legacy models starting from $270
As part of its ongoing early Black Friday Sale, Lectric has now launched a Black Friday battery sale with up to 25% savings across a large collection of spare batteries that you can use to double your range and prolong travel times, with prices starting at $270 shipped and ranging up to $595 shipped. Usually for discounts on extra batteries, you’d have to be lucky to catch some of the rare instances of free inclusions, with occasional models getting up to 30% discounts alongside e-bike purchases, but again, these are rare occurrences. While this side sale continues you’ll be able to grab one for any XP4, XPeak, XPedition, XPress, XP Lite, ONE, and older XP 3.0 e-bikes you already own with up to $211 in savings at some of their best prices.
EcoFlow’s newest 10,000mAh to 27,650mAh RAPID power banks with up to 53% Black Friday savings at new lows from $66
EcoFlow is offering an additional 5% savings along with its Black Friday Sale pricing on its new RAPID series of power banks using the promo code EF3CAFF5 at checkout, giving you up to 53% savings on these power solutions. Things start with the RAPID Pro 67W 10,000mAh Power Bank at $66.49 shipped, after using the code EF3CAFF5 at checkout, beating out its Amazon pricing by $3. Normally fetching $90 at full price since hitting the market in August, we’ve seen discounts only go as low as $69 up until now, with this combined 26% markdown dropping things to a new all-time low.
Save up to 34% on ALLPOWERS’ new Volix P300 256Wh power station and bundles starting from $132
ALLPOWERS is launching its latest Volix P300 Portable Power Station direct from its website at $149 shipped, however, it’s been available since the last days of October over at the brand’s official Amazon storefront, which is beating out this direct launch deal at $132.30 shipped, after clipping the on-page 30% off coupon. There are some bundle options to score it with solar panels, with those being available only from the direct website (and listed below). This new power solution carries a $249 MSRP direct from ALLPOWERS, but we’ve been seeing it start lower at $189 over at Amazon. The deal here provides you with a $57 markdown off the going rate (and $117 off the MSRP) for the best price we can find anywhere.
Lectric XP4 Standard Folding Utility e-bikes with $326 bundle: $999 (Reg. $1,325)
Lectric XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes with $449 bundles: $999 (Reg. $1,448)
Heybike Hauler Single-Battery Cargo e-bike (new low): $899 (Reg. $1,413)
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.
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