Electrek - Bias and Credibility - Media Bias/Fact Check

LEFT-CENTER BIAS

These media sources have a slight to moderate progressive/liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes) to favor progressive/liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.

Overall, we rate Electrek as Left-Center Biased due to its consistent advocacy for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and progressive environmental solutions. While its reporting is generally factual, we rate its factuality as Mostly Factual due to its occasional reliance on promotional content, selective framing, and a lack of critical analysis of challenges within the green technology sector.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-3.4)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (3.9)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY

History

Electrek is a U.S.-based technology news website focused on electric vehicles, renewable energy, and sustainable technology. Founded in 2013 in New York, it covers developments in electric mobility, Tesla, solar power, and green tech.

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Funded by / Ownership

Electrek is owned by Seth Weintraub, who also owns the 9to5 network. Electrek generates revenue through advertising, affiliate links, and sponsored content.

Analysis / Bias

The platform primarily covers renewable energy, electric vehicles, and sustainable technologies with an emphasis on news, product updates, and industry trends. However, promotional materials are often interwoven into its articles, particularly in the form of sponsored content or affiliate links.

For example, articles like “Gavin Newsom isn’t afraid of Elon, 650 hp Kia EV6, and Green Machine deals” include both political and industry commentary alongside advertisements for BLUETTI solar products and Huffy Bicycles. This mix of editorial content and promotions can obscure the distinction between journalism and marketing.

Electrek also publishes informational pieces, such as its Tesla Guide, which provides a detailed history and analysis of Tesla’s growth and product developments. In such cases, the platform focuses on industry reporting without direct promotional content.

Although some articles are not promotional, the frequent use of advertising elements is a significant aspect of Electrek’s content strategy.

Failed Fact Checks

None in the Last 5 years

Overall, we rate Electrek as Left-Center Biased due to its consistent advocacy for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and progressive environmental solutions. While its reporting is generally factual, we rate its factuality as Mostly Factual due to its occasional reliance on promotional content, selective framing, and a lack of critical analysis of challenges within the green technology sector. (M. Huitsing 01/07/2025)

Source: https://electrek.co/

Last Updated on January 7, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check