Segway’s ZING C8 kick scooter is safe for kids to ride at $150 (Amazon low) in New Green Deals
While most electric scooters focus on adults having fun, the kids shouldn’t be left out too. That’s where the Segway Ninebot ZING C8 electric scooter comes in. On sale today for $150, this is matching the all-time low that we’ve seen at Amazon only once before. What makes the ZING C8 safe for kids is that the motor won’t kick in until your young one is traveling at least 1.9 MPH, preventing them from being surprised from sudden acceleration. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.
Head below for other New Green Deals that 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.
Let your kids ride around on the Segway ZING C8 electric scooter
Amazon is offering the Segway Ninebot ZING C8 Electric Kick Scooter for Kids at $149.99 shipped. Down from $200, today’s $50 discount marks a return to the all-time low that we’ve only seen once before at Amazon for this model. The 180W motor allows the ZING C8 to ride up to 10 MPH for as far as 6.2 miles on a single charge, making it a great way for kids to get around the neighborhood with you on fall evenings. However, the motor won’t actually kick in until the riding speed reaches 1.9 MPH as a safety feature, in order to keep kids from getting hurt with the scooter suddenly accelerating when they’re not ready for it. The ZING C8 can easily be carried in a hand as well, since it folds flat and only weighs 17.4 pounds making it easy to transport too. Of course, not a single drop of gas or oil is required for it to function, thanks to the built-in rechargeable battery.
NIU electric scooters with 40-mile range now 25% off with our exclusive code from $449
9to5Toys has partnered with Wellbots to offer our readers an exclusive 25% off on the NIU KQi2 Pro, NIU KQi3 Pro, and NIU KQi3 Max electric scooters. We’ll start off by talking about the entry-level KQi2 Pro, which comes in at $449.25 shipped when you use the code TOYS25 at checkout. Down from a $599 list price, and $539 sale at Best Buy right now, today’s deal marks a new all-time low that we’ve tracked for this model. This electric scooter has the ability to ride at up to 17.6 MPH for as far as 25 miles on a single charge. This means you can easily traverse around the city without walking or without using any gas and oil. The NIU KQi2 Pro can also handle a maximum slope of 15%, which means it can climb hills with relative ease. Learn more about the NIU brand.
Also on sale today is the NIU KQi3 Pro Electric Scooter, which comes in at $599.25 with the code TOYS25 at checkout. This is also 25% off and knocks $200 off its normal going rate. With the ability to go for up to 31 miles per charge, it can also reach speeds of up to 20 MPH, taking things up a notch compared to the KQi2 Pro above. On top of those upgrades, the KQi3 Pro can also handle maximum slopes of 20%, which allows it to climb more steep angles compared to the model on sale above.
However, the most powerful model discounted today is the NIU KQi3 Max. Down to $749.25 from $999 with the code TOYS25 at checkout, this electric scooter offers the best bang for your buck right now from NIU. Taking things up a notch, the KQi3 Max can support riders of up to 265 pounds, while the two models above max out at 220 pounds. It also can go for over 40 miles per charge and reach top speeds of over 20 MPH. You’ll also be able to traverse up to a 25% slope with the KQi3 Max as well, meaning it’s far more capable than either model we’ve already talked about today. So, if you’re looking for the best scooter to get around the city with, be sure to consider the KQi3 Max.
Renogy’s Phoenix 300 power station packs 60W USB-C PD, more at $200
Renogy’s official Amazon storefront is offering its Phoenix 300 Portable Power Station for $199.99 shipped. Down from $270, today’s deal marks one of the best prices that we’ve seen this year, coming within $20 of the 2022 low that we’ve tracked. With two 110V outlets capable of delivering 200W of power, this portable power station is perfect for running your campsite or even using in case of an emergency. On top of the dual AC outlets, there’s a 60W USB-C port and 18W USB-A to keep your portable devices charged as well. The Phoenix 300 can be recharged via a car 12V input, 60W USB-C wall charger, or solar panel depending on what works best for your setup. Of course, not a single drop of gas or oil is required to run this electric power station.
New Tesla deals
After checking out the Segway electric scooter on sale above, if you keep read, you’ll find a selection of new green deals that will make your Tesla experience better in multiple areas. From storage to keep recordings on to phone mounts, car chargers, and anything else we can find, it’ll be listed below. Each day we’ll do our best to find new and exciting deals and ways for you to save on fun accessories for your Tesla, making each trip unique. For more gift ideas and deals, check out the best Tesla shop. Keep reading on for e-bike, Greenworks, and other great deals.
New e-bike deals + electric scooter discounts
You can use an e-bike or electric scooter for fun, exercise, or even transportation to and from work or the coffee shop. We have several people here that will regularly commute to coffee shops or offices on their e-bike, as it cuts down on fossil fuel usage as well as allows them to enjoy some time outdoors on nice sunny days. Below, you’ll find a wide selection of new e-bike deals and electric scooter deal in all price ranges, so give it a look if that’s something you’d be interested in picking up. As always, the newest e-bike deal and electric scooter discounts and sales will be at the top, so shop quick as the discounts are bound to go away soon.
Additional New Green Deals
After shopping the Segway electric scooter on sale above, be sure to check out the other discounts we found today. These new green deals are wide-ranging from outdoor lawn equipment to anything else we find that could save you money in various ways, be that cutting gas and oil out of your life or just enjoying other amenities that energy-saving gear can bring. As always, the newest deals will be at the top, so shop quick as the discounts are bound to go away soon.
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Block jumped more than 5% on Monday, leading a rally in shares of fintech companies as analysts downplayed the threat of JPMorgan Chase’s reported plan to charge data aggregators for access to customer financial information.
The recovery followed steep declines on Friday, after Bloomberg reported that JPMorgan had circulated pricing sheets outlining potential fees for aggregators like Plaid and Yodlee, which connect fintech platforms to users’ bank data.
In a note to clients on Monday, Evercore ISI analysts said the potential new expenses were “far from a ‘business model-breaking’ cost increase.”
In addition to Block’s rise, PayPal climbed 3.5% on Monday after sliding Friday. Robinhood and Shift4 recorded modest gains.
Broader market momentum helped fuel some of the rebound. The Nasdaq closed at a record, and crypto rallied, with bitcoin climbing past $123,000. Ether, solana, and other altcoins also gained.
Evercore ISI’s analysts said that even if JPMorgan’s changes were implemented, the most immediate effect would be a slight bump in the cost of one-time account setups — perhaps 50 to 60 cents.
Morgan Stanley echoed that view, writing that any impact would be “negligible,” especially for large fintechs that rely more on debit, credit, or stored balances than bank account pulls for transactions.
PayPal doesn’t anticipate much short-term impact, according to a person with knowledge of the issue. The person, who asked not to be named in order to speak about private financial matters, noted that PayPal relies on aggregators primarily for account verification and already has long-term pricing contracts in place.
While smaller fintechs that depend heavily on automated clearing house (ACH) rails or Open Banking frameworks for onboarding and compliance may face real pressure if the fees take effect, analysts said the larger platforms are largely insulated.
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The global EV market is still charging ahead. According to new numbers from global research firm Rho Motion, 9.1 million EVs were sold worldwide in the first half of 2025, up 28% compared to the same period last year. But not every region is accelerating at the same pace.
China and Europe are doing the heavy lifting
More than half of the world’s EVs this year have been bought in China. That market hit 5.5 million sales in the first six months of 2025 – a 32% jump year-over-year. Around half of new cars bought in China are now electric.
While some Chinese cities’ subsidies have dried up, Rho Motion expects momentum to pick back up later in the year as more funding is released.
In Europe, 2 million EVs were sold in the first half of the year, up 26%. Battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales also rose 26%, thanks in part to affordable models like the Renault 4 (pictured) and 5 entering the market. Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) weren’t far behind, growing 27% year-to-date. Chinese automakers are leaning into PHEVs as a way to work around the EU’s new tariffs on BEVs.
Spain is leading the pack with EV sales soaring 85% so far this year. Its generous MOVES III incentive program was extended in April and has kept sales strong. The UK and Germany are also seeing solid growth – 32% and 40%, respectively. France, however, is slumping. With subsidies cut, EV sales there have dropped 13%.
North America is stuck in the slow lane
Things aren’t looking quite as bright in North America. EV sales in the US, Canada, and Mexico are up just 3% so far this year.
Mexico is the one bright spot, with a 20% boost. The US is up 6%. But Canada is down a whopping 23%.
And things could get bumpier. On July 4, Trump signed Congress’s big bill into law, which axes all the Inflation Reduction Act EV tax credits. Those consumer credits for EVs now officially end on September 30.
Just over half of the EVs sold in the US this year qualified for those credits. Rho Motion predicts a rush in Q3 before the subsidies disappear – and a decline in sales after that.
Rho Motion data manager Charles Lester said, “With Trump’s latest cuts in his ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ the US could struggle to see any growth in the EV market overall in 2025.”
Global EV sales snapshot, H1 2025 vs H1 2024
- Global: 9.1 million (+28%)
- China: 5.5 million (+32%)
- Europe: 2.0 million (+26%)
- North America: 0.9 million (+3%)
- Rest of world: 0.7 million (+40%)
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Lucid’s electric sedan can drive further, charge faster, and packs more advanced tech than most of the competition. That might explain why it’s leading the segment. The Lucid Air remained the best-selling luxury EV sedan in the US after widening its lead in the Q2.
The Lucid Air is America’s best-selling luxury EV sedan
The 2025 Lucid Air Pure arrived as the “World’s most efficient car” with an EPA-estimated range of 420 miles and a record 146 MPGe.
It just set a new Guinness World Record last week for the longest journey by an electric car after travelling 749 miles (1,205 km) on a single charge.
That record was set in the range-topping Lucid Air Grand Touring model, which is rated for up to 512 miles of EPA-estimated range. On the WLTP scale, it’s rated at 597 miles (960 km). Either way, it still crushed the estimates.
According to second-quarter sales data, released by Kelley Blue Book on Monday, the Lucid Air is still America’s best-selling luxury EV.
Lucid sold 2,630 Air models in Q2, up 10% from the previous year. Through the first half of 2025, Lucid Air sales are up 17% with 5,094 units sold.
Tesla, on the other hand, only sold 1,435 Model Ss during the quarter, 71% fewer than it did in Q2 2024. Tesla Model S sales in the US are down 70% through the first half of the year at 2,715.
Although Porsche Taycan sales were up 32% with 1,064 models sold, the significantly upgraded 2025 model year was expected to see even more demand. Porsche has 2,083 Taycans in the US this year, up just 1% from 2024.
Other luxury EV sedans, such as the BMW i5 (1,434), i7 (820), and the Mercedes EQS (498), experienced steep double-digit sales declines year-over-year.
And it’s not just electric luxury sedans. The Lucid Air is currently outselling many gas-powered vehicles in its segment.
Lucid’s first electric SUV, the Gravity, is also rolling out. Although only five were sold in the second quarter, Lucid is quickly scaling production. Lucid aims to produce 20,000 vehicles this year, more than double the roughly 9,000 it built in 2024.
Earlier today, Lucid’s interim CEO, Marc Winterhoff, confirmed during an interview with Bloomberg that the company expects higher Gravity output in the second half of the year.
The interview was at the grand opening of Panasonic’s new battery cell plant in De Soto, Kansas. Winterhoff said Lucid will start using new cells from the facility, but not until next year.
Lucid’s CEO stressed the importance of establishing a local supply chain, as policy changes under the Trump Administration are taking effect. Lucid and Panasonic are collaborating to localize EV materials, such as graphite. Last month, Lucid secured a multi-year supply agreement with Graphite One for US-sourced Graphite.
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