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The Luna Talaria xXx blew our minds when it was announced earlier this year at an introductory price of $3000 shipped – and we hope you got in on that when we exclusively reported it. That price has gone up slightly to $3550 ($3250+$300) shipped, but it still represents an amazing deal on an incredibly well-built electric motorcycle, but where does this thing really fit in? Let’s find out…

You might want to get a bib because these Talaria xXx specs are drool-worthy:

  • Motor: 6kW peak, 3kW nominal. 95% efficient quiet EPM motor
  • Battery ~2.4kWh, 40ah (38.4 nominal) 60 volt battery. 21700 LG cells
  • Battery charger: 120VAC input, 67.2V max output (60V nominal), 10amp charge rate. 
  • 4 piston hydraulic brakes on giant 220mm brake rotors front and back
  • 125lbs total weight or 57 kgs
  • 17 inch Super Moto wheels – 70/90-17 front tire on a 1.6” wide rim 90/80-17 front tire on a 2.15” wide rim
  • LENGTH: 1840mm
  • WIDTH: 770mm
  • HEIGHT: 1070mm
  • SEAT HEIGHT 810mm
  • MINIMUM GROUND DISTANCE: 300mm
  • WHEELBASE: 1235mm
  • MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT: 250LBS

Talaria xXx – Out of the Box

Luna has procured a special Matte black version of the Talaria xXx with. The Talaria is available internationally with two battery options and a bunch of other configurations as well. Luna’s is a great spec (see above) and still comes in at 125 lbs. Somehow even with that huge battery and huge motor, it is in the ballpark weight of some of the beefier fat tire ebikes we’ve tested. Lifting this into the back of a truck isn’t easy, but it also isn’t impossible for one person to do. I wouldn’t expect to take this up a flight of stairs on a regular basis, however.

The shipping container was a wood micro-pallet on the bottom and wrapped with a Talaria labelled cardboard frame. Impressively, it was delivered by FedEx without a scratch. I think Luna’s staging helps here.

It took about 30 mins for my son and I to put on the front wheel, handlebars, the pegs, and to connect cables. If you’ve ever put together a typical e-bike from a box, this is the same. Luna recommends you check the torque on all of the bolts. Ours were all tight.

One thing that makes a huge difference here: Talaria uses a motorcycle chain, not a bike chain. While it makes a lot more noise while riding, especially with the mostly silent motor that will regen, I’m not worried about all of the torque melting the sprockets.

Talaria xXx’s little brown wire

I’m fully aware that a lot of Luna’s customers plan on cutting the brown wire, but Luna tells you not to, lest it will make the bike illegal. I’m not sure if there is a “wink wink, nudge nudge” in there, but we have to take Luna at its word that it wants to sell a bike that stays under 30 mph (20 mph in eco mode) and is legal to be sold in the US; even if it is sold with enduro road tires rather than off road tires like it’s Talaria Sting big bro. Off road wheels/tires are available for a very reasonable $400 extra or as a $150 option.

For me, 30 mph is fine and I did want to let my 15 year old son try it, though Luna’s site does say that you should be at least 16 years old to ride this bike. At under 30 mph this is mostly legal as a Class 3 e-bike in New York State with the Kaniwaba pedal kit (seen below).

Of course this looks like a light motorcycle so understand that you will likely get pulled over if that’s not something your local law enforcement is okay with. I’ve been riding it under 30 mph in my municipality for a month without incident, but mileage will certainly vary here. I wouldn’t take this to New York City for instance.

Incidentally, I know someone who cut the brown wire and basically has a whole new type of bike. It goes 50 mph on gravel and absolutely rips. I understand the temptation, but I’m keeping mine legal – for now, anyway. It is nice to know that in the future or when it is time to sell or laws change that there is a 50 mph rocket hiding in this 30 mph e-motor/bike.

A more realistic future for this bike may be homologating it either as a moped or motorcycle and getting plates. Some owners have had luck getting DMVs to recognize these bikes like the one below found on Facebook. Obviously, a 50 mph moped is going to turn some heads. It will also probably need a turn signal kit at the very least.

Electrek’s Take

Look, I understand that many people are going to mod this bike to go a lot faster than it is sold and for them, this is a great package and super freakin’ fun. But illegal.

But I got this bike to use as Luna is selling it, like a Class 3 pedal e-bike, with lots of acceleration.

For that, it is a great package. We live in a very hilly area, and its 4 levels of “Luna-tuned” regeneration is fantastic for not using the amazing 4-piston, 220mm brakes and also pumping some energy back into that battery.

As for range, this thing is off the hook. Because it is set to 30 mph and I often travel a lot slower, I can exceed the 50 miles that Luna says it can get. I’d estimate about 65 miles which is enough to get me to New York City and back and will be great for many commutes.

At 6-feet tall the 31.5-inch height initially seems a little small, but I’ve had riders up to 6’5 on here without issue. After 50 miles the seat hurts a bit, but for shorter trips it is super comfortable.

I haven’t taken this off-road but on gravel and dirt roads, this really flies. The off the line acceleration is faster than any e-bike I’ve tried, and it even beats Sur Rons and other light motorcycles. Also for hill climbing, it loses almost no speed going up steep hills.

What’s really impressive are the components here. I’ve talked about the brakes, the motor, and the chain/sprockets, but that same quality is everywhere on this bike; even the charger is 10 amps which will take this from totally empty to full in under four hours.

If there is one downside (besides legality), I would have like to see a bigger display. I need glasses to read the left handle mounted tiny display and about the only thing I can read while driving without glasses is the speed. I’d love to see a bigger, center-mounted display option here in the future.

Bit small potatoes here. The Talaria xXx is a phenomenal and super fun e-bike, even before it is tampered with.

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US EV sales are surging as prices dip and automakers pile on record incentives to clear out inventory before the $7,500 EV tax credit vanishes, according to Kelley Blue Book’s latest numbers.

The average price for a new EV in July was $55,689, down 2.2% from June and 4.2% lower than a year ago. Leading the price drop was Tesla, which averaged $52,949 last month, down 2.4% from June and a hefty 9.1% year-over-year.

Tesla sweetened the deal with bigger incentives in July, which helped boost sales compared to June, though they still trailed last year’s numbers. A higher share of the more affordable Model 3 and Model Y also helped push Tesla’s average price down.

Across the industry, EV incentives hit their highest level ever, averaging 17.5% of the vehicle’s price – a more than 40% jump from last year. Automakers and dealers have been racing to move EVs before federal incentives expire on October 1.

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The strategy is working. Cox Automotive says July EV sales topped 130,000 – up 20% year-over-year – making it the second-strongest month for US EV sales on record.

Stephanie Valdez Streaty, senior analyst at Cox Automotive, said, “The urgency created by the [Trump] administration’s decision to sunset government-backed, IRA-era EV incentives was expected to create serious demand for EVs in the short term. If last month is any measure, Mission Accomplished. July sales were near an all-time monthly record. At this pace, Q3 will be the best ever and then some, as buyers jump in before the big incentives dry up.”

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Lucid is about to drop a ‘bold’ new EV concept this week

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Lucid is teasing what it calls a “bold new concept of electric exploration” ahead of its debut on Thursday. What exactly does that mean?

What bold new EV is Lucid revealing?

After launching the Gravity in late 2024, Lucid now offers two of the most efficient and luxurious electric vehicles on the market.

The Lucid Air was the best-selling electric luxury sedan in the US in the first half of the year. After overcoming a few hiccups, production is expected to “significantly increase” in the second half of the year.

Meanwhile, Lucid is hinting at another new EV model after teasing what it calls “a bold new concept of electric exploration” on social media.

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Although the details are still pretty slim, you can see a few interesting features in the teaser. One of the biggest giveaways is what appears to be a roof-mounted light. As an exploration EV, this will likely be one of the few added upgrades. It will also feature rugged, blacked-out wheels and other off-road elements.

Given what we know so far, all signs point to an off-road Gravity variant. Lucid could be preparing its version of the souped-up Rivian “California Dune Edition” trims for the R1S and R1T.

The special edition Dune models feature Rivian’s Tri-Motor powertrain and added off-road upgrades like a unique sand-color paint, 20″ All-Terrain wheels, and reinforced underbody shields. The R1T electric pickup also gets an added powered tonneau cover.

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Lucid Gravity Grand Touring in Aurora Green (Source: Lucid)

The only other Lucid Gravity model due out is the lower-priced Touring. It’s set to arrive later this year, starting at $79,900. However, with the upgrades, it’s unlikely to be the new EV concept Lucid will unveil later this week.

For now, the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is available starting at $94,900 with an impressive range of up to 450 miles. Lucid also sells a limited number of Dream Edition models, boasting over 1,000 horsepower.

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Lucid Gravity (Source: Lucid)

Could it be the midsize EV that’s scheduled to launch in the second half of 2026? Again, it’s not likely. We will have to wait until Thursday to learn more, when Lucid reveals the bold new EV concept at Monterey Car Week on August 14. Check back later this week for the unveiling.

What do you think it will be? An off-road Gravity? Drop us a comment below and let us know your thoughts.

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Velotric Breeze 1 e-bike first discount with $150 in free gear from $1,699, Navee Back to School Sale, EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale, more

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We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with the first-ever cash discount on Velotric’s new Breeze 1 Cruiser e-bike in a red colorway with $150 in free gear at $1,699. Right behind it is Navee’s Back to School Sale that is offering a bunch of e-scooters at up to $600 off with bonus 15%, 20%, and 30% savings, like on the new flagship ST3 Pro Electric Scooter starting from $684. We also have another EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale that is offering the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station with a protective bag at its best rate, as well as expansion battery and solar panel bundles too – all starting from $319. We also have Worx’s Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Chainsaw sitting $1 above its all-time low, as well as a new one-day-only low price on the Greenworks 80V 17-inch Cordless String Trimmer. Plus, all the hangover savings from last week are at the bottom of the page, rounded together in our Electrified Weekly coverage.

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Velotric’s 70-mile cruising Breeze 1 e-bike with SensorSwap tech, Apple Find My, more gets first savings and free gear from $1,699

Velotric is offering a collection of seasonal promotion bundles with many of its newest e-bikes, while also providing some select price cuts. Of the models seeing discounts, we spotted the very first cash savings on Velotric’s new Breeze 1 Cruiser e-bike in its red colorway that is coming with $150 in free gear at $1,699 shipped, while the others are just getting the bundle for free. It was released back in March but has been keeping up at its full $1,799 price tag in the time since, with only some bundle packages ever being offered towards savings. Now, not only are you continuing to get the rear cargo rack and fenders from before, but you’ll also get $100 off the price tag for the best deal we have yet seen.

The new Velotric Breeze 1 e-bike is a 48-pound commuter that is perfect to get through daily appointments as much as it’s ready to cruise the boardwalk. The streamlined and light-weight frame houses a 750W rear hub motor paired with a 627Wh battery in order to max out at 20 MPH speeds (or 28 MPH if your local laws allow it) for up to 70 miles of travel when its PAS is activated (with three modes and five levels each). One innovation that we’re seeing included more in the newest models from this brand is the SensorSwap technology, which lets you switch between a cadence or torque sensor, depending on your preferences and the terrains you’ll be travelling across.

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It’s also nice to see Apple Find My integrations for added security and peace of mind, which comes alongside the usual array of remote companion app smart controls. From there, the experience is only further heightened as you’ll enjoy Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, KENDA puncture-resistant tires, integrated headlighting and taillight with both braking and turn signals, as well as an 8-speed Shimano derailleur, a removable trigger-control throttle, a 3.5-inch full color display sporting a USB-C port, an IPX6 waterproof construction, and more.

You can check out the full lineup of Velotric’s seasonal promotions on the landing page here.

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Head to classes on Navee’s ST3 Pro e-scooter with free carbon fiber bag starting from $684 in latest sale

Navee is having a Back to School Sale running through August 25 with up to $600 in discounts across a solid lineup of electric scooters – plus, there’s bonus 15%, 20%, and 30% savings you can take advantage of too. Among the offers, my personal favorite is the new Navee flagship ST3 Pro Electric Scooter that is coming with a free carbon fiber riser bag and is initially falling to $726.75 shipped, after using the code SCHOOL15 at checkout for an extra 15% off your order, beating out Amazon by $128. While this is a solid drop from its usual $950 pricing, the costs can go even lower if you’re a student or teacher with exclusive 20% discounts to $683.99 shipped, after verifying on the landing page here and receiving the appropriate code to use at checkout. We’ve mostly been seeing discounts drop the price to $760, though we have seen it go as low as $660. Depending on which of these extra savings you can pick up, you’re looking at scoring a highly advanced ride with $223 to $266 in savings at some of the lowest prices we have tracked. Head below for more on this scooter and the others in this sale.

If you want to learn more about this new flagship model or the other e-scooters seeing back to school savings, be sure to check out our original coverage of this sale here.

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Save up to 60% on EcoFlow bundles for solar panels, extra batteries, and a DELTA 2 Max station from $319 for 48 hours

As part of its ongoing Home Backup Sale through August 17, EcoFlow has launched the next of its scheduled 48-hour flash sales that are taking up to 60% off a power station bundle, an expansion battery bundle, and a solar panel bundle. The only of these offers to include a station comes with a DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station and a protective bag for $999 shipped. This bundle would normally cost you $1,978 at full price, with discounts seen on the bundles that usually include some solar paneling over the lone bag. While you won’t find this package at Amazon, you can currently find the station on its own for $1,099, making this deal with the included bag (valued at $79) all the better, saving you $979 in total off the tag for the best rate we have tracked.

If you want to learn more about this power station or the other bundle deals, be sure to check out our original coverage of this 48-hour sale here.

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Make up to 160 cuts, even in tight spaces, using Worx’s Nitro 20V 5-inch cordless chainsaw kit at $100

Running parallel to Best Buy’s Deals of the Day offer, Amazon is bringing the price down on the Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Chainsaw to $99.99 shipped, with it matching in price at Best Buy for only the rest of the day. This model usually fetches $150 at full price these days, which fell to $104 during last month’s Prime Day event and then dropped lower to this same rate the following week. You’re looking at another shot at the second-lowest price we have tracked, giving you $50 off the going rate and landing just $1 above the all-time low that last appeared in February.

If you want to learn more about this compact chainsaw, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here.

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Tackle up to 3/4 acres with this Greenworks 80V 17-inch cordless string trimmer kit at new $171 low (Today only)

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 17-inch Cordless String Trimmer with 2.0Ah battery at $170.99 shipped. Normally, you’d have to shell out $250 for this kit at full price, which is only available in a renewed condition directly from the brand’s website at $9 more, while at Amazon, you can only find the 16-inch model sitting at full price. We’ve seen this kit go as low as $180 in the past (last seen in May), with the one-day-only deal here giving you $79 in savings at the best new price we have tracked.

If you want to learn more about this 80V string trimmer, be sure to check out our original coverage of this one-day-only deal here.

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