Panasonic eneloop Pro rechargeable battery bundle at $31, Rad Power e-bikes from $1,399, more in New Green Deals
All of the best green energy deals are now live as we head into the weekend, with a great way to save some cash up front while cutting back on consumables over time. This Panasonic eneloop Pro package gives you four rechargeable batteries and a companion charger at $31 to headline the discounts today. It’s joined by the best price yet on the popular RadExpand 5 e-bike at $1,399, as well as Goal Zero portable power stations and so much more. Just don’t forget about all of the best e-bike discounts around.
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.
Score four rechargeable eneloop pro AA batteries with charger
Amazon is now offering the a 4-pack of Panasonic eneloop Pro rechargeable AA batteries with bundled charger for $31.53 shipped. Normally fetching $40, you’re looking at the third-best price to date at within $1.50 of the all-time low. This is the best we’ve seen since back in the beginning of spring with over 20% in savings attached. This starter bundle from Panasonic is the perfect solution for kickstarting a more environmentally-friendly setup. The four included AA batteries are a notable way to cut down on single-use consumables in everything from TV remotes to toys and other gadgets. In the box, you get everything you need including the companion charger, which can power up each of the rechargeable batteries’ 2,450mAh charges.
Also on sale today, Panasonic’s companion eneloop pro fast charger is now dropping to go alongside the lead bundle. Offering faster charging speeds than its standard offering, this wall adapter can refuel four of the AAs above at a time in just four hours, compared to the 9-hour speeds of the entry-level offering. Now sitting at $18.19, this is down from $25 and marking one of the best discounts to date at $1 below our previous mention.
Featured deal: Not to be outdone, EcoFlow is also offering some enticing Prime Day specials this year. Getting in on the summer saving festivities, the discounts this week deliver up to 51% in savings on the brand’s popular power stations, solar panels, and off-grid kits. The best prices of the year are live over the next several days, with the main Prime Day discounts launching for two days only on July 11 and 12.
We’re also able to offer an exclusive code electreckpd that adds an extra 5% in savings on top of the already-discounted items from EcoFlow.
Goal Zero’s Yeti 200X offers portable backup power on a budget
Goal Zero’s official Amazon storefront now offers its Yeti 200X Portable Power Station for $220. Taking $100 off the usual $300 going rate, you’re looking at $80 in savings and only the third discount of the year. This is the second-best price of the year at within $20 of the all-time low.
A lot of the power stations we feature at 9to5 as of late are of a much more capable variety, which makes today’s price cut on the Goal Zero Yeti 200X a notable option for those who can get away with something a bit more entry-level. It’ll provide 187Wh of energy to your setup, be it for just having some extra energy around the house in case of power failures or to tag along on tailgates and the like. There’s a full AC outlet on the front, as well as a car cigarette lighter outlet, dual USB-A 2.4A ports, and then the 60W USB-C PD port.
Expand some savings with the RadExpand 5 e-bike
Rad Power Bikes makes some of our favorite EVs across all of 9to5, and today we’re tracking a notable chance to save on one of its more compact offerings. The latest RadExpand 5 e-bike gets its name from a folding design that expands when it’s time to ride, and today you can expand some savings on the recent release. Normally the electric bike sells for $1,649, but right now you can bring it home for $1,399 shipped thanks to the summer savings this week. Those $250 in savings deliver a match of the all-time low for one of the first times while arriving at a new 2023 low.
Delivering a space-saving design, the RadExpand 5 merges all of the usual Rad Power Bikes features with a build that can fold closed when not in use. Its 750W electric motor can carry 275 pounds at up to 20 MPH over a 45-mile range, making it just as ideal for joyrides as it is for quick trips to the store. We found it to be a worthwhile option in our hands-on review from last spring. Though if you’re looking for something more full-featured, we highlight another discount below the fold.
Jackery power stations still at all-time lows
As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon is offering the best prices of the year on Jackery portable power stations, solar panel kits, and more. Jackery makes some of our favorite portable power solutions at 9to5Toys, and now they’re even better values. Earlier this spring, Jackery expanded its lineup of popular portable power stations with the new Explorer 2000 Plus, and now its second-ever discount is arriving. Marked down by itself to $1,999 shipped, today’s offer arrives at $400 off. This is matching the Amazon all-time low and is only the second chance to save.
Everything with Jackery’s latest starts with the Explorer 2000 Plus itself. The new power station finally makes the switch away from the NCM batteries that have long been used by Jackery over to the longer lasting and safer LFP standard. As for how you’ll actually be able to leverage all of that power, the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus comes outfitted with the kind of flagship roster of ports you’d expect from its latest and greatest. There’s four full AC outlets+ an RV friendly TT-30, as well as dual USB-A slots, a pair of 100W USB-C outputs, and a 12V car jack. There are also solar panel bundles at up to $700 off.
Featured deal: Bluetti is also stepping in to offer some notable Prime Day offers this week across its lineup of popular portable power stations and solar panels. Offering some of the best discounts to date, you’ll be able to secure a new off-grid package for tailgates and the like, as well as just having some extra power around the house.
e-bikes, a summer favorite!
Other new Green Deals landing this week
The Independence Day 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.
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Environment
Tesla says not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after owner tried to return his due to ‘anti-nazi harassment’
Tesla reportedly told a Cybertruck owner that it is currently not taking Cybertruck trade-ins after an owner tried to return his truck due to what he described as “anti-nazi harassment.”
We recently reported that vandals have targeted Tesla locations with anti-nazi and fascist graffiti following Elon Musk’s meddling in politics.
But Tesla owners are also facing a similar situation.
We have recently seen examples of Tesla owners being targeted by similar efforts with people spray painting anti-fascism messages on the vehicles or simply throwing the middle finger at Tesla owners.
Cybertruck owners seem to be getting the brunt of it, probably because it is the most recognizable Tesla vehicle and the latest offered by the company. So, people assume that the owner bought it while knowing of Elon Musk’s latest antics.
Kumait Jaroje, a cosmetic physician based in central Massachusetts, is one of those Cybertruck owners stuck in this situation.
He reported to social media and to local news that he and his family are being harassed because of his gold-wrapped Cybertruck:
“Now, they’re not just waving at me, they’re not just giving me the middle finger. Somebody tried to cut me off while I’m driving with my kids and three guys came out of the car and just pointed the middle finger and started screaming at me.”
More recently, he says that someone placed an anti-nazi sticker on his truck:
After his wife said that she didn’t feel safe driving the truck, Jaroje tried to trade it in to Tesla, but he said that Tesla told him they are not accepting Cybertruck trade-ins:
He confirmed with the text message that Tesla is not accepting Cybertruck trade-ins at this moment.
We previously reported that Tesla is currently overwhelmed with Cybertruck inventory as the truck is having demand issues.
Electrek’s Take
Free speech, right? Not really. You can give the middle finger to all the Cybertruck owners if you want to. It’s a bit childish, but it’s your right. However, your rights end where others begin, and you have no right to put stickers on other people’s property.
Also, cutting people off in traffic is plain dangerous for all road users regardless of what you think of a stupid truck. Interestingly, I had the same thing happen to me when I reviewed the Cybertruck last year, but it was because people where trying to take pictures of the truck.
I understand the hate for Tesla right now. Elon Musk has complete control over the company despite owning only 13%, and he used his wealth from the company to elect Trump and get himself a very strange position within the government where he holds incredible amounts of power with little to no oversight. It’s a scary situation that looks like the beginning of a straight-up oligarchy in the US.
Some Tesla owners are OK with that, some disagree that this is happening, some ignore it, some hate it. You don’t know in which category every Tesla owner finds themselves, and changing a vehicle is a big deal for most people. You can’t expect everyone who disagrees with the situation to be able to change the car.
You can boycott Tesla, but harassing Tesla owners is not OK in my opinion.
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India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sept. 4, 2024.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is headed to Washington, D.C., for meetings with President Donald Trump and members of his administration, including Elon Musk, to discuss topics such as efforts to avoid a trade war and artificial intelligence policy, CNBC has confirmed.
In his meetings with President Trump on Thursday, Modi will address the country’s growing trade deficit and present a menu of trade concessions including some tied to agriculture and medical devices, according to sources familiar with the upcoming talks who asked not to be named because they weren’t authorized to speak on the matter.
Modi and his team will also signal India’s intent to buy more liquified natural gas from the U.S., a deal that will likely involve Cheniere Energy. India already buys one-fifth of its LNG from the U.S. and is one of the world’s biggest importers.
A senior official in Modi’s government told CNBC that India is ready to procure more U.S. defense equipment from Stryker, and to find other ways to partner with Washington on military drills in the Indian Ocean, where China remains a lingering threat.
While in Washington, Modi will spend time with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as well as Howard Lutnick, Trump’s nominee to run the Commerce Department.
Modi will also have a one-on-one meeting with Musk, who is overseeing the so-called Department of Government Efficiency, with a focus on slashing federal programs and regulations. Modi’s discussion with the world’s richest person is expected to center on AI policy, Starlink’s expansion into India and Tesla’s ability to open up a plant in the country, the government official said.
A White House spokesperson did not respond to CNBC’s request for comment.
On technology, Modi and his team will also reinforce their interest in buying high-performance graphics processing units, or GPUs, from the U.S. and in avoiding any forthcoming export controls from the Trump administration. In a recent trip to Mumbai, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed interest in partnering with India’s Reliance Industries to further the country’s AI efforts.
It will not be the first meeting between the Indian leader and Musk.
Just before Modi’s state visit to Washington in 2023, Musk met with Modi in New York to discuss slashing electric vehicle import duties in India and other ways Tesla’s expansion into India could become a reality.
Tesla has not publicly shared a plan to build a factory in India, and has instead continued to focus on China. But India has become a big growth market for U.S. tech.
Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Google and Amazon have pledged billions of dollars of investment in India’s growth and to capitalize on the country’s emerging middle class.
According to analysts’ estimates, Apple now manufactures 10% to 15% of its iPhones in India, and CEO Tim Cook has suggested that the company is looking to potentially move more production there. Apple also opened a few retail stores in India in 2023.
For Modi, the trip represents an opportunity for a much-needed boost to his company’s private sector. The MSCI India exchange-traded fund has fallen 5% this year and more than 15% since late September. Meanwhile, Chinese stocks have been rallying as emerging market investors bet on the country’s AI advancements, particularly following recent reports about the power and efficiency of DeepSeek’s model. The iShares MSCI China ETF is up 11% in 2025.
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Jeep’s Wrangler-inspired electric SUV made a surprise appearance during the big game on Sunday. Jeep previewed the Recon EV during a Super Bowl ad, in which it took a shot at Ford. In the commercial, you can see Jeep’s new electric SUV looks ready to challenge the Ford Bronco.
Jeep Recon EV previewed during the Super Bowl
The Recon is the second Jeep electric SUV set to launch in the US. Jeep introduced it in 2022 as part of its plans to become “the leading electrified SUV brand” in North America and Europe.
Built from the ground up with its 4×4 off-road system, Jeep promises the Recon will be its first true off-road electric SUV.
Jeep says the Recon is “inspired by the legendary Wrangler” with optional features like removable doors and windows. Although it’s still built for extreme adventures, the Recon is nearly silent, making that open-air drive even more enjoyable.
Stellantis took the big game as an opportunity, recruiting Harrison Ford to take a shot at its cross-town rival. The Super Bowl ad featured several different Jeep Wrangler 4xe models while the new Recon EV made a surprise appearance.
The Recon looked sleek while off-roading with Jeep’s iconic Punk’n Orange exterior color, a blacked-out roof, and doors removed.
Jeep will launch the Recon EV later this year. With its official debut just around the corner, several models have been spotted in public testing in recent months.
Most recently, the electric SUV was spotted in Michigan with barely any camouflage. The closer it gets to production, the more it looks like a Ford Bronco.
Based on the same STLA Large platform as Jeep’s first electric SUV, the Wagoneer S, the Recon is expected to have a driving range of over 300 miles.
Jeep has yet to reveal prices, but the Recon is expected to start at around $60,000, or slightly less than the Wagoneer S.
What do you think of Jeep’s new electric SUV, the Recon? Would you buy it for around $60,000? Drop us a comment below and let us know your thoughts.
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