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With summer on our horizon, you might be like me and thinking about going off-grid for a bit. The thought of just disconnecting from the collective internet and living for a few days in nature is alluring…until you realize you can’t charge your iPhone to take pictures or keep the drone powered to capture stunning sunsets. Or make coffee. We can’t not have coffee when camping. That’s where the Jackery Solar Generator 1500 comes in. Today, this portable power station combo is on sale for $1,589 which is $310 below its normal rate and marks the second-best price we’ve seen. 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.

Jackery’s Solar Generator 1500 includes a panel and power station

Jackery’s official Amazon storefront is offering its Solar Generator 1500 on sale for $1,589 shipped. Today’s deal comes in at $310 below the typical rate at Amazon, marking one of the most notable discounts we’ve seen since the beginning of the year. In fact, this is the second-best price all-time outside of when it hit $1,398 back at the end of December and beginning of January. This kit is perfect for running your campsite or home when the power goes out. In all, you’ll get the 1534Wh portable power station as well as a 100W solar panel in the package, which allows you to keep things running even if there’s no grid to plug into, and, of course, without any gas or oil, making this a greener (and easier to use) alternative to traditional generators.

A power station like this is really ideal for two main uses, but has a multitude of other functions too. For starters, you can keep it at home for when the power goes out. It supports up to 1800W of AC output from the three grounded plugs, and that’s enough to keep things like a fridge, freezer, or even small AC running in the summer or heater in the winter. However, the Solar Generator 1500 really shines on the campsite. With the three AC outlets, a 60W USB-C PD port, another USB-A QuickCharge 3.0 plug, and even a car outlet, you’ll be able to power nearly anything in the middle of the forest. The solar panel will recharge it throughout the day and the battery will keep your campsite running at night. So, whether you’re wanting to use an electric grill, coffee maker, fan, or just charge your phone, this system is perfect for the task. In fact, in our hands-on review, we found it to be a great option to charge power tools, an e-bike, our e-truck, and more.

Save $700 on Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus eBike at $1,399 low through the end of the day

Rad Power Bikes makes some of our favorite electric vehicles on the market, and today we’re tracking one of the best discounts to date on one of those. Clearing out the RadRover 6 Plus, this high-step eBike normally sells for $2,199, but right now you can drop it down to $1,399 shipped. That’s a whopping $700 off and delivering a new all-time low. Our last tracked discount was back in February for comparison, with a $350 price cut landing at $1,649. So today’s offer not only lands at that all-time low, but is also $250 below our previous mention.

Back when we first reviewed the RadRover 6 Plus, we walked away quite impressed, calling it the biggest update Rad Power Bikes has ever launched. As for how that actually stacks up, you’re looking at a 750W motor that can carry 300 pounds of gear at a time; be it groceries from the store or another rider on the rear seat. There’s an over 45-mile range per charge with a 20 MPH top speed, as well. The 7-speed drivetrain and front suspension adds to the experience, though my favorite aspect has to be the retro stylings. It has a high-step design that comes backed by a 1-year warranty, too.

Offering a completely different take on an EV, the RadWagon 4 is also getting in on the savings today. While not quite as steep of a discount as the RadRover 6 above, this model takes on a far more formidable form-factor for hauling gear around. Living up to its name, the RadWagon packs a rear-mounted rack that can be used to transport any kind of cargo with ease. That makes it a far better solution for going to and from the grocery store or helping out with any other kinds of errands. It’s now down to $1,849 as part of the sale, landing with $150 in savings through the end of the day. We further explore what to expect over at Electrek.

And last up, the RadCity 5 Plus Electric Bike is now also getting in on the savings after dropping down to $1,849. Normally you’d pay $1,999, with today’s offer amounting to one of the first discounts of the year. It matches our previous mention from a few months back at $150 off, as well.

As one of the most capable electric vehicles in the Rad Power Bikes stable, the recently-released RadCity 5 Plus steps up to deliver a 750W rear hub motor that allows the vehicle to hit up to 20 MPH top speeds. Its range can hit as high as 45 miles with pedal assist, and the 60mm spring suspension fork leads to a smoother ride than other models. Throw in the refreshed LED displays, hydraulic disc breaks, and five different speed settings and you’re looking at quite the compelling option for commuters that you can read more about over at Electrek.

Aventon’s Aventure e-bike goes over 45 miles per charge

Aventon is offering its Aventure Step-Through E-bike for $1,399 shipped. Typically going for $1,799, today’s deal comes in at $100 below our last mention from earlier this month and delivers a new all-time low in the process. In fact, prior to the drop to $1,499 the best previous best price in months we had seen was $1,700 back in December. With tires that are four inches wide, the Aventure is perfect for riding on the beach, mountain trail, or just down the street. This is reinforced with its included front suspension that has 80mm of travel which makes it even easier to go off-roading with comfort.

With the Aventon Aventure e-bike, you’ll really be able to tackle just about anything you come across. It has a 750W motor which is how it’s able to traverse so much under its own power. As a class II e-bike stock, there’s actually the ability to configure it for class III speeds if you’re somewhere that’s allowed. This means it can reach speeds of up to 28 MPH and ride for over 45 miles on a single charge. With a range like that, you’ll be able to ride over 20 miles one-way to work and still make it up on a single charge. The Aventon app lets you store ride as well, which means you can share those rides with family or friends as you compete to see who can log the most miles outside this summer. Of course, you won’t need any gas or oil for this e-bike to function, helping reduce your carbon footprint in 2023 as well. Dive into our hands-on review to learn more about what the Aventon Aventure has to offer.

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New Tesla deals

After checking out the Jackery Solar Generator 1500 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

If you’re looking to get out and enjoy the sunshine still after using your new electric mower, than we recommend you experience it than on another e-bike or electric scooter you just got at a fantastic price through one of our deals and sale below. You can use it 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 Jackery Solar Generator 1500 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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CATL unveils new EV battery that charges as fast as pumping gas

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China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has unveiled its latest battery cell technologies, which charge as quickly as filling up a gas tank while potentially lowering costs without compromise.

CATL has quickly become the world’s largest battery manufacturer by a wide margin. It is one of, if not the biggest, force for advancing electric transportation.

A big part of CATL’s success is due to its advancements in lithium-iron phosphate battery cells, also known as LFP. LFP cells are cheaper than nickel-rich batteries, but they used to have much lower energy density.

The Chinese battery manufacturers managed to close the gap somewhat while maintaining lower costs, resulting in LFP cells becoming popular for entry-level EVs.

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Now, CATL is looking to do the same with sodium-ion batteries.

Like LFP cells, sodium-ion battery cells have the potential to be cheaper than more common Li-ion cells, but they also offer potential for superior performance, particularly in terms of faster charging and longer lifecycles.

CATL has unveiled today Naxtra, its new sodium-ion battery cells, and it claimed some truly impressive specs.

The new cell reportedly achieves an energy density of 175 Wh per kg (385 Wh per lb), on par with the higher-end of LFP battery cells.

The new cells also offer potential for significant safety improvements.

CATL shared several intense stress tests, including drilling into a cell and even cutting it in half without any thermal event:

The next-gen sodium cells could help further lower the cost of electric vehicles without compromising performance, and while increasing safety.

On top of the new Naxtra cell, CATL has also unveiled its next-gen Shenxing LFP battery cells.

Its charge rate is truly impressive. CATL shared several examples of cars charging at around 1,000 kW and maintaining over 500 kW at over 50% state of charge:

The new cell is being described as capable of adding 300 miles (482 km) of range in about 5 minutes – depending on the EV model.

That’s virtually as quick as filling up a tank of gas.

CATL says that the Shenxing will be in 67 electric vehicle models by the end of the year.

The next-gen cell was unveiled after BYD, CATL’s biggest competitor, also unveiled its latest technology, capable of charging electric vehicles at extremely high speeds.

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New York adds $30 million more to its EV rebate pot

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New York State has announced an extra $30 million for point-of-sale rebates to lease or buy more than 60 new EV models.

The rebates are available to consumers through New York’s Drive Clean Rebate program, which offers a point-of-sale rebate off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of an EV at participating car dealerships in New York State.

The rebate is available in all 62 counties, with the highest rebate of $2,000 available for EVs with a greater-than-200-mile range. (For a 40- to 199-mile range, the rebate is $1,000.) The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) runs the program.

NYSERDA President and CEO Doreen M. Harris said, “Converting to EVs reduces the total cost of vehicle ownership through lower fuel and vehicle maintenance costs, and NYSERDA is proud to help provide New Yorkers with more purchasing power through these rebates.”

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The Drive Clean Rebate program has issued over 190,000 rebates to consumers since 2017, contributing to the more than 280,000 EVs on the road in New York State. 

NYSERDA also boosted its EV charging incentives. Through the Charge Ready NY 2.0 program, the state is boosting the cash available for Level 2 charger installations at apartment buildings, workplaces, and hotels from $2,000 to $3,000 per port. And if the chargers go into disadvantaged communities, that amount jumps to $4,000 per port.

New York has racked up over 17,000 public EV chargers, making it second only to California for charger count. On top of that, there are more than 4,000 semi-public stations tucked into workplaces and multifamily buildings across the state.

Read more: New York awards $60M to Revel to install 267 DC fast chargers


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ArcBest Freight and logistics company deploys 14 electric terminal tractors

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ArcBest Freight and logistics company deploys 14 electric terminal tractors

LTL carrier ArcBest Freight (ABF) announced plans to add five new Orange EV electric terminal tractors to its existing ZEV fleet, bringing its total deployment of these battery electric HDEVs to 14 … with even more to come.

LTL stands for “Less than Truck Load,” and basically means that, since whatever you’re shipping won’t take up a full container, you can share the costs of shipping with other customers with goods going the same way. You save a little more money and the shipper makes a little more money, making it a rare win-win scenario in the shipping space. And that’s important, because LTL containers amount to a massive 15% of total US shipping.

ABF has been putting Orange EV yard dogs to work in their LTL traffic terminals since their initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022. The company added five more a few years later, and just purchased five more — further underscoring their confidence in the benefits of transitioning their fleet to electric power.

“The Orange EV terminal trucks meet our operational requirements and expectations for safe, reliable, and affordable service and performance,” explains Matthew Godfrey, ABF Freight president. “We’re committed to responsible environmental management, and our investment in EVs aligns with our continuous efforts to enhance efficiency while maintaining exceptional service standards.”

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ABF joins other large logistics companies like YMX and DHL in deploying the Orange EV terminal trucks, which have logged hundreds of thousands of hours of service for their customers.

Electrek’s Take

Over at The Heavy Equipment Podcast, we had a chance to talk to Orange EV founder Kurt Neutgens ahead of last year’s ACT Expo for clean trucking. On the show (embedded, above), Kurt explained how his experience at Ford helped inform his design ideology, and that the Orange EV was designed to be cost competitive with diesel options, even without subsidies.

Give it a listen, then let us know what you think of the big yard dogs in the comments.

SOURCE | IMAGES: Orange EV; via PR Newswire.

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