Memorial Day is here, an occasion of profound remembrance and profound appreciation for the sacrifices made by our brave service members. To demonstrate our unwavering support and gratitude, BLUETTI is thrilled to introduce the Veterans and Military Purchase Program—an extraordinary initiative dedicated to honoring our active duty and retired military heroes.
From May 25th to 31st, eligible individuals can indulge in an astounding 10% additional discount on all products showcased on the official BLUETTI website, supplementing the existing promotions and offers. The process is effortless—simply select your desired power solutions on the esteemed BLUETTI platform, verify your military identity during checkout, and bask in the brilliance of unparalleled savings.
Amplify Your Memorial Day Outdoor Escapades
While Memorial Day serves as a poignant reminder, it also marks the advent of a summer filled with outdoor revelries; delightful barbecues, idyllic picnics, and thrilling adventures. BLUETTI’s durable power solutions are primed to elevate these experiences, rendering reliable and portable power accessible wherever and whenever you require it.
Unveiling the Portable Power Marvels: AC60 and EB3A
Embodying compactness and convenience, the AC60 and EB3A gracefully weigh in at approximately 20 lbs and 10 lbs, respectively. Ideal for light travels and brief excursions, these powerhouses effortlessly charge your smartphones, action cameras, mini-fridges, electric grills, and other small appliances during an enchanting camping sojourn. The remarkable IP65 rated AC60 can withstand water and dust, allowing it to thrive in diverse outdoor realms, from verdant rainforests to serene beaches. For an extra touch of outdoor versatility, pair the AC60 with the B80 expansion battery packs, scaling capacity to a hefty 2,015Wh. The AC60‘s introductory price can be combined with this exclusive offer for service members.
Unifying Capability and Portability: AC200P and AC200MAX
If you’re on a quest for a versatile emergency backup or camping companion, look no further than the remarkable AC200P and AC200MAX. Boasting power capacities ranging from 2,000Wh to 2,048Wh, these indomitable power stations channel 2,000W to 2,200W of sheer power, empowering your electric grills, blenders, televisions, coffee makers, mini-fridges, and beyond. Harnessing the sun, they ensure continuous power during your outdoor escapades with a max solar input capability of 700W to 900W. This will recharge the unit in 3 to 3.5 hours using the sun. The AC200P and AC200MAX can also serve as home backup power sources utilizing external battery packs. The B230 adds an extra 2,048Wh and the B300 adds 3,072Wh to any home or survival system. It should be noted that the AC200P only supports one B230 or B300 battery, while the AC200Max can connect up to two batteries of each for a max storage of 8,192Wh.
Power Unleashed: The Mighty AC300 and AC500 Series
For the discerning aficionados of off-grid living and unfaltering home backup, BLUETTI proudly presents the awe-inspiring AC300 and AC500 series. The impressive AC300 modular power station, stands tall with a 3,000W inverter, effortlessly accommodating one to four external B300 batteries, thus presenting an unyielding capacity from 3,072Wh to a staggering 12,288Wh, ensuring an enduring supply of power for your multi-day excursions.
Scaling greater heights, the AC500 carries 5,000W of sheer power, withstanding larger loads than the AC300 predecessor. The AC500 embraces compatibility with up to four B300 batteries, as well as the exclusive B300S battery, accommodating up to six units. This unparalleled capacity tips the scales at 18,432Wh. Also, by seamlessly connecting two sets of AC300+B300 or AC500+B300S, the power and voltage doubles into 240V Split Phase Bonding. Picture the AC500, its dominion expanding to an astounding 10,000W, while its capacity soars to an astonishing 36,864Wh. This amplified energy will readily double the energy of any device, unleashing unprecedented possibilities.
Both models proudly feature a seamless 24/7 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) function, offering a switching time of less than 20 milliseconds. This unwavering shield safeguards you against data loss and circumvents any inconvenience caused by unforeseen power outages.
Maximize BLUETTI’s Bountiful Offerings
Through the Veterans and Military Purchase Program, BLUETTI honors the invaluable contributions of our esteemed military personnel. Get ready for the Memorial Day weekend and provide reliable portable power to your adventures, bolstered by BLUETTI. Also, don’t miss out on the Refer a Friend Program, whereby you shall earn one BLUETTI buck for every dollar your friends spend, while they themselves enjoy a 5% discount. For further details, venture to https://www.bluettipower.com/pages/refer-a-friend.
About BLUETTI
BLUETTI has been committed to promoting sustainability and green energy solutions since its inception. By offering eco-friendly energy storage solutions for both indoor and outdoor use, BLUETTI aims to provide exceptional experiences for our homes while also contributing to a sustainable future for our planet. This commitment to sustainable energy has helped BLUETTI expand its reach to over 100 countries and gain the trust of millions of customers worldwide.
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On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge, we don’t even mention “you know who,” focusing instead on EV news from Rivian, Lucid, Nissan, Ford, and what it takes to make a MAN in the heavy truck space. Check it out!
Sure, Nissan is pushing back production estimates on its yet-to-begin-production Nissan LEAF and Ford’s EV sales were down significantly in Q2, but there’s more to the story than the “Faux News” crowd would have you believe. Plus: some new electric success stories from Porsche and a disappointing (but still cool) dive into some new home backup battery tech.
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he 30% federal solar tax credit is ending this year. If you’ve ever considered going solar, now’s the time to act. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it’s free to use, and you won’t get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them.
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Battery electric cars sold today in Europe produce 73% less life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than gas cars, even when factoring in production, according to new research from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). That’s a big improvement from 2021, when the gap was 59%.
Meanwhile, hybrids and plug-in hybrids haven’t made much progress. The study confirms what clean transportation advocates have been saying for years: If Europe wants to seriously slash emissions from its dirtiest mode of transport – ICE passenger cars, which pump out nearly 75% of the sector’s pollution – it needs to go all-in on battery EVs.
“Battery electric cars in Europe are getting cleaner faster than we expected and outperform all other technologies, including hybrids and plug-in hybrids,” said ICCT researcher Dr. Marta Negri. Credit the continent’s rapid shift to renewables and the higher energy efficiency of EVs.
The makeup of the EU’s power grid is changing fast. By 2025, renewables are expected to generate 56% of Europe’s electricity, up from 38% in 2020. And that’s just the beginning: the share could hit 86% by 2045. Since cars bought today could still be on the road two decades from now, the growing use of clean electricity will only boost EVs’ climate benefits over time.
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Gas-powered cars, on the other hand, will stay mostly tied to fossil fuels as the cost and availability of biofuels and e-fuels are still uncertain.
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids only cut lifetime emissions by 20% and 30%, respectively, compared to gas cars. That’s partly because plug-in hybrids tend to run on gas more than expected. So while hybrids aren’t useless, they’re just not good enough if we’re serious about climate goals.
Countering EV myths with hard data
There’s been a lot of noise lately about whether EVs are really that green. The ICCT study takes aim at the bad data and misleading claims floating around, like ignoring how the grid gets cleaner over time or using unrealistic gas mileage figures.
It’s true that manufacturing EVs creates more emissions upfront – about 40% more than making a gas car, mostly due to the battery. But EVs make up for it quickly: that extra emissions load is usually wiped out after about 17,000 km (10,563 miles) of driving, which most drivers hit in a year or two.
“We’ve recently seen auto industry leaders misrepresenting the emissions math on hybrids,” said Dr. Georg Bieker, senior researcher at the ICCT. “But life-cycle analysis is not a choose-your-own-adventure exercise.”
ICCT’s new analysis includes emissions from vehicle and battery production and recycling, fuel and electricity production, and fuel consumption and maintenance. It even adjusts for how the electricity mix will change in the coming years – a key detail when measuring plug-in hybrid performance.
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The EV2 may be Kia’s smallest electric vehicle, but it has a big presence on the road. Kia promises it won’t feel so small when you’re inside, thanks to clever storage and flexible seating. After a prototype was spotted testing in the Alps, we are getting our closest look at the Kia EV2 so far.
Kia EV2 spotted in the Alps offers our closest look yet
Kia first unveiled the Concept EV2 during its 2025 EV Day event (see our recap of the event) in April, a preview of its upcoming entry-level electric SUV.
Despite its small size, Kia claims it will “redefine urban electric mobility” with new innovative features and more. Kia has yet to say exactly how big it will be, but given it will sit below the EV3, it’s expected to be around 4,000 mm (157″) in length. The EV3 is 4,300 mm (169.3″) in length.
Looking at it from the side, it sits much higher than you’d expect, similar to Kia’s larger EV9. During an exclusive event at Milan Design Week in April, Kia gave a sneak peek of the interior.
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Kia said the interior is inspired by a “picnic in the city,” or in other words, a retreat from the busy city life. With a flat-floor design and flexible seating, you can quite literally have a picnic in the city.
Kia Concept EV2 (Source: Kia)
Although we’ve seen the EV2 out in public testing a few times, a new video provides the closest look at Kia’s upcoming electric SUV.
The video, courtesy of CarSpyMedia, shows an EV2 prototype testing in the Alps with European license plates. There’s also a “Testfahrt” sticker on the back, which translates to “Test Car” in German.
Kia EV2 entry-level EV caught testing in the Alps (Source: CarSpyMedia)
As the prototype drives by, you can get a good look at it from all angles. Like in past sightings, the front features stacked vertical headlights with Kia’s signature Star Map lighting. Even the rear lights appear to be identical to those of the concept.
The interior will feature Kia’s next-gen ccNC (connected car Navigation Cockpit) infotainment system. The setup includes dual 12.3″ instrument clusters and infotainment screens in a curved panoramic display. Depending on the model, it could also include an added 5.3″ climate control screen.
Last month, a crossover coupe-like model was spotted on a car carrier in Korea, hinting at a new variant. The new model featured a design similar to that of the Genesis GV60.
Kia’s CEO, Ho Sung Song, also recently told Autocar that a smaller, more affordable EV was in the works to sit below the EV2. Song said the new EV, priced under €25,000 ($30,000), was “one area we are studying and developing.”
With the EV4 and EV5 launching this year, followed by the EV2 in 2026, it could be closer toward the end of the decade before we see it hit the market. Next-gen EV6 and EV9 models are also due out around then.
The Kia EV2 is set to launch in Europe and other global regions in 2026. Unfortunately, it’s not expected to make the trip to the US.
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