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Auto(nomous)bots, roll(er) out! The $1.75 BILLION future of self driving asphalt

Published: Mar 21nd 2026 4:32am on Electrek

Autonomous construction tech startup Bedrock Robotics has just closed on a $270 million Series B funding round that brings total investment in the self-driving roller and excavator firm to more than $350 million. (!)

Vermont utility makes it easier than ever to add a home backup battery

Published: Mar 21nd 2026 3:14am on Electrek

Vermont utility Green Mountain Power is expanding one of the country’s most exciting virtual power plant programs, adding a new battery lease program to its menu of home energy offerings that lets customers add backup power at little to no upfront cost.

What driver shortage? Electric trucks give fleets a real hiring edge

Published: Mar 21nd 2026 1:50am on Electrek

Commercial fleets have been adopting electric vehicles for their long-term fuel and maintenance savings, but Benore Logistics has found another big benefit to making the switch: going electric is helping the company attract younger drivers – and keep them.

A 24/7 solar farm-building robot just hit the market

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 9:52am on Electrek

The US needs a lot more electricity fast, and one company thinks robots can help build it quicker.

Berkeley, California-based Terabase Energy says its next-gen Terafab automated solar construction system has finished field testing and is now ready to ship commercially. Terafab V2 brings autonomous robotics and AI into the way massive solar farms are built.

Toyota launches the C-HR+ in Europe as its longest-range EV with up to 607 km

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 8:36am on Electrek

The new C-HR+ arrives in Europe as Toyota’s longest-range electric vehicle, with a WLTP range of up to 607 km (377 miles).

Podcast: Tesla turns to energy, BMW i3 EV makes a splash, Donut Lab update, and more

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 7:33am on Electrek

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla turning to energy, BMW i3 EV making a splash, Donut Lab update, and more.

Genesis is launching a secret ‘Connect W’ high-tech system that will debut in the GV90

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 6:18am on Electrek

The ultra-luxurious Genesis electric SUV will arrive later this year as the first vehicle to feature “Connect W,” a high-tech new system that’s expected to take the driving experience to the next level.

Lectric Nothin’ But Net Sale offers up to $720 e-bike savings from $799, EcoFlow + Anker power station flash sales from $150, more

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 6:00am on Electrek

We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with a focus on EVs and power stations, led by the newly launched Lectric Nothin’ But Net Sale with up to $720 e-bike savings – plus multiple price cuts – all starting from $799. Right behind that are 72-hour flash sales with up to 62% power station savings from both EcoFlow and Anker SOLIX (exclusive bonus savings available on the latter), which lets you pick up 256Wh to 7,680Wh power stations/bundles, as well as add-on accessories units, down at some of their best prices starting from $999 at EcoFlow and starting from $150 at Anker. We also spotted Segway’s premium GT3 superscooter back at its lowest tracked price, and plenty more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive returning/new low prices on Anker’s SOLIX Gen 2 C1000, C2000, and F3000 power stations with alternator chargers, 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.

BYD’s bet on EVs is paying off as drivers ditch gas amid rising oil prices

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 5:21am on Electrek

BYD is already seeing a flood of new EV buyers as gas and oil prices surge amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Another sodium-ion EV battery breakthrough emerges in China with 4C fast charging in 11 mins

Published: Mar 20nd 2026 2:43am on Electrek

China is moving ahead with the next generation of electric vehicle batteries, promising to be more efficient, safer, and lower cost. After another breakthrough, sodium-ion batteries for passenger EVs are nearing mass production.