SparkCharge, the company behind mobile off-grid EV chargers, locked in $30.5 million to supercharge its growth across the US, Mexico, and Canada. The new funding includes a $15.5 million Series A-1 round led by Monte’s Fam and a $15 million venture loan from Horizon Technology Finance.

Founded in 2017, SparkCharge says it operates the largest off-grid EV charging network for fleets in the world. Its core service – Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) – lets commercial fleets access DC fast charging without waiting months for permits or dealing with expensive construction. Instead, SparkCharge delivers flexible, mobile, or off-grid charging solutions that can be deployed instantly – no grid access needed.

The fresh funding announced last week will go toward growing SparkCharge’s customer base, expanding its coverage across North America, and rolling out new strategic partnerships. “This raise reflects both the strength of the SparkCharge growth story as well as the market opportunity ahead as electric fleets become the standard for so many prominent brands,” said CEO and founder Josh Aviv. “We’re focused on removing the anxiety, guesswork, and delays – all still barriers for adoption – out of the commercial EV charging experience.”

How SparkCharge’s off-grid charging works

SparkCharge offers three scalable solutions to help fleets go electric quickly:

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• Mobile battery charging: An 80–300 kW battery-powered fast charger that’s deployable on demand. Fleets can choose white glove service, self-management, or a hybrid service.
• Off-grid power hub: A 180–500 kW clean energy-powered microgrid fast charger that can juice up multiple EVs at once.
• Permanent EV Infrastructure: A turnkey setup that starts with mobile and off-grid and scales to a permanent, grid-connected system. SparkCharge handles everything from permits to construction.

SparkCharge’s charging network is already live in all 50 states. It recently became the EV Charging Partner for the 2025 Masters Tournament and launched a partnership with electrical equipment maker Pioneer Power. To date, the company says it has delivered over 4 million kWh of energy and displaced more than 500,000 gallons of gasoline.

CFO David Piperno added that the company has also secured non-dilutive financing with CSC Leasing to keep equipment flowing as demand grows.

The SparkCharge model lands at a time when demand for commercial EVs is climbing fast. According to Cox Automotive, 87% of fleet managers expect to add EVs in the next five years, but access to charging remains the biggest barrier. SparkCharge bypasses that bottleneck entirely.

“SparkCharge’s mobile, off-grid charging solutions effectively solve this challenge by bringing power directly to vehicles when and where it’s needed,” said Ed Jean-Louis, CEO of lead investor Monte’s Fam.

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If our recent post about Tesla alternatives taught us anything, it’s that there aren’t enough mainstream electric sedan options in North America. It doesn’t have to be this way. GM has a proper, five-passenger electric sedan on sale today – and maybe it really should be a new electric Chevy Impala.

The updated 2025 Wuling Starlight EV is set to make waves on its upcoming debut in China with over 315 miles of CLTC range (that usually translates to about 255 miles of EPA range), and features a 2,800 mm wheelbase that’s within a half inch of the 2007 Impala’s while being an inch and a half wider, giving the sedan suitably Impala-like dimensions and room for four-to-five American adults in the cabin.

Plus, if this ChatGPT rendering (below) of the Wuling Starlight EV in metallic black with Chevy branding is to be believed, it won’t look much different than what you’d expect a modern electric Impala to look like, either.

Electric Chevy Impala

GM Authority is reporting that the refreshed Wuling Starlight EV, the second-generation of the car’s all-electric variant, is being used as an opportunity to update several aspects of the car to realign it with Wuling’s new branding. In addition to a refreshed exterior, entry-level variants get new 17″ multi-spoke black wheels as standard, while the color palette is now limited to the three most popular options: Curtain Black, Shining Gold, and Shining White.

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Inside, the Starlight EV puts the newest Wuling steering wheel in front of an all-new dashboard with more, higher-quality soft-touch surfaces, new front door panels, a redesigned center console, and the latest version of the GM’s Chinese Ling OS operating system.

The changes will debut first on the Starlight EV before making their way to the plug-in hybrid/EREV variant, which promises 1100 km (about 685 miles) of range on a single tank + charge. And, the way hybrids seem to be taking off, maybe that’s the one they should bring to the US? Let us know your take in the comments.

2025 Wuling Starlight EV

SOURCE: GM Authority; images by Wuling.

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It’s Memorial Day and we’re rounding together a bunch of new and ongoing Green Deals for you to get the most savings out of the holiday. Headlining today’s coverage is Ride1Up’s increased savings on two e-bikes, led by the Portola Compact Folding e-bike that is down at $995 and continuing its BOGO accessory promo. Next, from EcoFlow’s Memorial Day Sale through May 28, we have the final flash savings event for today only that gives you the RIVER 2 Max Portable Power Station for $309, as well as two add-on accessory deals from $329. We also have Navee’s Memorial Day Sale that is taking up to $400 off e-scooters, including the 40-mile trekking S65 Electric Scooter for $560. From there, we’ve included some of the most popular events during the holiday from Lectric, Rad Power, Anker SOLIX, Samsung, and more – with all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our Electrified Weekly post.

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.

Ride1Up is increasing/adding savings on select e-bike offers during its Memorial Day Sale, with the brand’s popular Portola Compact Folding e-bike taking the lead and dropping down to $995 shipped. Normally priced at $1,095 in our post-tariff marketplace, this model doesn’t see many massive price cuts as its already down at quite the affordable rate, though we have seen it go $100 lower in the past, last seen during the brand’s 2024 Black Friday sale. Taking advantage of this deal while it lasts gives you quite the array of high-value features for the second-lowest price we have tracked. Plus, it’s still retaining its BOGO accessory promotion too, adding to the savings while upgrading your riding experience.

One of the Ride1Up’s most well-known models, the Portola Folding e-bike is a great option for folks wanting a budget-friendly commuting solution that can also save you space when not in use, all for under $1,000 too. You’ll have two options for its battery (with only a $100 difference in price): there’s the standard 10.4Ah battery that provides you with a 40-mile range, or the upgraded 13.4Ah battery that bumps that up to 45+ miles depending on conditions. Utilizing the throttle alone tops off at 20 MPH speeds, while having the pedal assistance activated helps you reach 28 MPH top speeds.

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As I mentioned, there’s plenty of great features for the price here, like the 3-inch wide cross-country tires with fenders over each, the suspension travel fork, dual piston hydraulic brakes, Shimano Altus 8-speed derailleur, front and rear LED lights (with brake lighting), an integrated rear cargo rack (which is compatible with the brand’s passenger kit), the folding frame, and a 2.2-inch LCD display for setting adjustments and real-time performance data.

Ride1Up has also added its Roadster V3 Lightweight Premium e-bike to the sale at $1,395 shipped, down from $1,495. This model is great for those needing a more manageable ride that isn’t heavy or for those wanting to keep their health in mind, as it is great for cardio with its PAS turned off. It comes with a sleeker, streamlined frame, housing a 500W Angled gear quiet MIVICE hub motor and a 10Ah battery in order to travel up to 40 miles with the PAS support (and the Intui-Drive torque sensor). You’re speed will be determined by which drive train setup you go with (both being at the same price) – either 25 MPH with the belt-drive or 28 MPH with the chain-drive. There’s also features like the 700x45c Schwalbe G-One RS gravel tires with fenders over top, integrated front and rear lighting, the two-tone 1.3-inch VeloFox tempered glass OLED display, and more.

Be sure to check out the full lineup of deals from Ride1Up’s Memorial Day Sale in our original coverage here.

EcoFlow drops RIVER 2 Max 512Wh LiFePO4 power station to $309 (Reg. $469) along with two add-on offers from $329

As part of its ongoing Memorial Day Sale that will be continuing with up to 67% discounts on power stations through May 28, EcoFlow has three short-term flash offers – one on a power station, two on add-on accessories. These deals are being led by the brand’s RIVER 2 Max Portable Power Station, which is down at $309 shipped through the rest of the day. Normally going for $469 at full price these days, discounts kept things above $349 until April, when we saw it start dipping as low as $290. Today’s deal comes in as the second-lowest we have tracked, giving you an ample yet more compact backup power solution with $160 cut from the tag. It’s even beating out its Amazon pricing by $50.

Great for folks who are looking for a more compact power solution for smaller devices and appliances while on trips or for at-home use, the RIVER 2 Max covers needs with a 512Wh LiFePO4 capacity and an output of up to 1,000W (500W steady). There are nine port options giving you plenty of versatility, with four ACs, three USB-As, one USB-C, and one DC. Plugging it into a standard wall outlet gets you back to a full battery in one hour, with options to use solar capabilities (220W max input) taking 3+ hours, or you can plug it into your car’s auxiliary port for 8+ hours of charging as you drive. As usual, you’ll get the full array of remote smart controls for updates and setting adjustments, and it comes rated for 3,000 life cycles that gives you over eight continuous years of use were you to be discharging and recharging it every single day.

The other two offers running through the rest of the day, provide cash savings on add-on accessories for your existing setups or for any you were planning to pick up during this sale, with two 110W solar panels going for $329 shipped, down from $798, while two DELTA Pro Ultra Expansion Batteries are down at $4,599 shipped, down from $6,598. The solar panel package would fit right along with the DELTA 2 Max offer, or any other power station you may already have. Of course, the second of these offers is best for your existing DELTA Pro Ultra setup, increasing its capacity by an additional 12.2KWh.

Be sure to check out the full lineup of deals we’re seeing from EcoFlow’s Memorial Day Sale that will continue through May 28 with up to 67% discounts on units, bonus savings, free gifts, and more.

Save up to $400 on three Navee e-scooters, like the 40-mile traveling S65 with dual suspension at $560

Navee is offering some Memorial Day savings on a small selection of e-scooters, with the lineup led by the S65 Electric Scooter at $559.99 shipped. This model normally fetches $960 at full price, but through the upcoming holiday, you’ll be saving 42% off that rate, bringing it down to some incredibly affordable pricing for its features, and particularly, its travel range. Grabbing it here while the deals last cuts $400 off the going rate at the best price we have seen since the brand came onto our radar. Head below for more on this e-scooter and its counterparts that are seeing discounts through the weekend.

A perfect addition for folks with longer commutes, and also those who want options for some serious travel range when out on joyrides, Navee’s S65 electric scooter certainly handles going the distance with its 40.4-mile range on a single charge at up to 20 MPH speeds. It achieves this performance thanks to the 597.7Wh battery and 500W motor that peaks at 1,000W for incline tackling. There’s plenty of features to admire for the price tag too, like the 10-inch tubeless tires with a jelly layer to fight against sudden punctures so your riding doesn’t have to prematurely end, as well as the dual suspension system, the folding frame, a smart LED display, an IPX5 water-resistance construction, a 265-pound rider payload, and more.

Navee’s other Memorial Day e-scooter deals:

• V25 Electric Scooter: $250 (Reg. $400)
  • 15.5 MPH for 15.5 miles
  • Make sure to use the extra $50 off on-page coupon code
• N40 Electric Scooter: $299 (Reg. $499)
  • 18.6 MPH for up to 24.9 miles

Here’s all the best Memorial Day weekend EV deals to get you in the saddle and cruising through Summer – all from $214

We’ve got tons of ongoing sales on EVs that are continuing past last week’s Bike to Work week and through to Memorial Day, giving you one of the best opportunities to not only find an alternate form to get around over gas-guzzlers, but also start your summer off ready to cruise through the months and seasons to follow. We’ve got some big news in the form of the continuing preorder deals on Lectric’s new XP4 and XP4 750 e-bikes that are coming along with up to $356 in free gear and starting from $999. There’s also the first cash savings hitting some of Rad Power’s new e-bikes through the weekend and starting from $1,699, and much much more. Head below to browse through everything we’ve collected and hop aboard your new ride!

To browse the entire rundown of EV events this holiday, you can follow the link here to our full coverage.

Score Anker’s latest SOLIX F3800 Plus modular LiFePO4 power station and bundles at new lows starting from $2,999

Anker has kicked off its SOLIX Memorial Day Sale event that will continue running through May 26 with up to 55% in initial discounts, as well as some bonus holiday gifts, extra savings on orders over $3,000 and 6% cash back savings for military and service members (more on those below). Among this sale’s lineup, we spotted Anker’s new SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station dropping lower than ever to $2,999 shipped, and also matching in price at Amazon. Coming off its $4,799 full price, we’ve only been seeing it initially drop as low as $3,199 in past sales and its original launch deal, so you’re getting an additional $200 in savings for a total of $1,800 off the going rate at a new all-time low price. Along with the lower-than-ever cost, you’ll also be getting a free protective cover for the station ($160 value), which extends to any of its bundles, as well as any standard F3800 purchases, which start $1,100 over the exclusive refurbished deal we secured from Wellbots.

Check out the full lineup of Anker SOLIX F3800 deals in our original coverage of this sale here. You can also check out the best post-launch pricing we’ve seen direct from the brand on its EverFrost 2 58L Dual-Zone Electric Cooler, as well as the $3,297 in exclusive savings you can score on three BP3800 Expansion Batteries.

Get up to $1,800+ in savings across Samsung’s appliances during the ongoing Memorial Day Sale

Samsung currently has its Memorial Day Appliance Sale running through the upcoming holiday on May 26, with up to $1,800+ savings on refrigerators, laundry units, ranges, dishwashers, and more – complete with bonus savings in the form of trade-in credits and discounted Care+ plans. You’ll find all the latest smart appliances, like the Bespoke 29 cubic-foot 4-Door Flex Refrigerator or the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo to more standard models like the 6.0 cubic-foot Smart Freestanding Gas Range, and plenty more – starting from $349. We’ve rounded together a bunch of our favorite picks below, so head below for more details and pricing across a wide variety of appliances while the savings last.

You can shop the entire lineup of Samsung Memorial Day appliance deals by browsing our original coverage of the event here.

Best Spring EV deals!

• Aventon Ramblas Electric Mountain Bike: $2,599 (Reg. $2,899)
• Ride1Up Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive Gates Belt CVT e-bike: $2,595 (Reg. $2,795)
• Ride1Up Revv 1 DRT Off-Road Moped-Style e-bike: $2,495 (Reg. $2,595)
• Ride1Up Revv 1 Full Suspension Moped-Style e-bike: $2,395 (Reg. $2,595)
• Rad Power RadWagon 5 Cargo e-bike (first discount): $2,199 (Reg. $2,399)
• Ride1Up Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive 9-Speed e-bike: $2,195 (Reg. $2,495)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 35Ah Cargo e-bike w/ up to $742 bundle: $1,999 (Reg. $2,741)
• Rad Power Radster Road Commuter e-bike (first discount): $1,999 (Reg. $2,199)
• Rad Power Radster Trail Off-Road e-bike (first discount): $1,999 (Reg. $2,199)
• Tenways AGO X All-Terrain e-bike with $307 bundle: $1,999 (Reg. $2,499)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 26Ah Cargo e-bike w/ $593 bundle: $1,699 (Reg. $2,292)
• Rad Power RadRunner 3 Plus Utility e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $2,199)
• Aventon Aventure 2 All-Terrain e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,999)
• Rad Power RadExpand 5 Plus Folding e-bike (first discount): $1,699 (Reg. $1,899)
• Lectric XPeak 2.0 Long-Range Off-Road e-bike with $316 bundle: $1,699 (Reg. $1,915)
• Aventon Level 2 Commuter e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,899)
• Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike with $118 bundle: $1,599 (Reg. $1,899)
• Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,999)
• Rad Power RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike with free caboose: $1,499 (Reg. $1,799)
• Lectric XPeak 2.0 Standard Off-Road e-bike with $227 bundle: $1,499 (Reg. $1,726)
• Velotric Nomad 1 Plus All-Terrain e-bike: $1,499 (Reg. $1,899)
• Lectric XP Trike with $508 bundle: $1,499 (Reg. $2,007)
• Velotric T1 ST Plus e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,649)
• Aventon Sinch 2 Folding e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,699)
• Lectric XPedition 2.0 13Ah Cargo e-bike with $394 bundle: $1,399 (Reg. $1,793)
• G-FORCE DE-S Premium All-terrain Fat Tire Wide Cargo e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,799)
• Ride1Up Roadster V3 Lightweight Premium e-bike: $1,395 (Reg. $1,495)
• Lectric XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $336 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,635)
• Rad Power RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,599)
• Velotric Discover 1 Plus Commuter e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,699)
• Lectric XP4 750 LR Folding Utility e-bikes with $365 bundle (preorder): $1,299 (Reg. $1,655)
• G-Force ZM 20Ah All-Terrain Fat Tire e-bike with $49 in free gear: $1,199 (Reg. $1,999)
• Lectric XP Lite 2.0 JW Black LR e-bike with $404 bundle: $1,099 (Reg. $1,503)
• Ride1Up Portola Folding e-bike with BOGO accessory promo: $995 (Reg. $1,095)
• Lectric XP4 Standard Folding Utility e-bikes with $79 bundle (preorder): $999 (Reg. $1,078)
• Lectric XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bikes (clearance price cut): $999 (Reg. $1,199)
• Lectric XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes with up to $404 bundles: $999 (Reg. $1,403)
• Heybike Mars 2.0 Folding Fat-Tire e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,499)
• Hiboy U2 Pro Electric Scooter (new model): $900 (Reg. $1,500)
• NIU KQi 200F Electric Scooter (new low): $649 (Reg. $799)
• Segway E2 Plus II eKickScooter (preorder): $350 (Reg. $400)

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.