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We’ve got another day of Memorial Day sales – this time giving you quality e-bikes at affordable rates alongside backup and off-grid power options ahead of Summer. Headlining these Green Deals is the Aventon Memorial Day sale that is taking up to $300 off a large selection of e-bikes and also giving away free extra batteries, starting from $799. It is joined by ECOFLOW’s sale that will save you thousands on power stations, bundles, and accessories – with plenty of extra savings opportunities as well. Then there’s Juiced Bikes taking an additional $200 off ALL its models – including JetCurrent Pro pre-orders – starting from $1,449. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well.

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.

Aventon has launched its Memorial Day sale through May 28 that is taking up to $300 off a selection of e-bike models, with some even receiving a free extra battery as well, valued at $500. A notable standout is the very first post-launch discount on the new Ramblas Electric Mountain Bike for $2,399 shipped. Dropping from its $2,699 price tag, we saw it first arrive onto the scene with a minor $75 price cut back in February. Today’s deal comes in to give you a solid $300 in savings and marks a new all-time low going forward. Keep in mind, though, that this is one of the two models (alongside the Soltera.2) that doesn’t benefit from a free extra battery. You can learn more about this e-bike by heading below or reading through our announcement coverage over at Electrek.

The Ramblas eMTB is one of the most comprehensive models we’ve seen come out of Aventon’s think tanks, with its surprising 250W mid-drive motor (with a 750W peak power) that works alongside the 36V battery in order to reach top speeds of 20 MPH for a massive 80-mile range on a single charge. Whether you plan on traversing the mountain trails or cruise through your neighborhood’s streets, you’ll have far more options when it comes to its pedal assistance system: 15 levels made up of 3 profiles (eco, trail, turbo), each with five levels. You’ll also be getting a level up in terms of features, with a variety that includes SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain, 4-piston SRAM hydraulic disc brakes, a KS dropper seat post, a RockShox 35 fork, LED lighting built into the chainstays for rear visibility, and a full color display that gives you real-time performance data and setting adjustment options.

Save thousands on ECOFLOW power stations, bundles, and accessories

As part of its early Memorial Day sales, the official ECOFLOW Amazon storefront is offering its DELTA 2 Portable Power Station for $599 shipped. Normally fetching $999, this unit has kept above $600 since the start of the new year, often to either its $649 or $629 rates. Today’s deal, though, comes in to finally take things further in 2024, bringing down costs by 40% and landing it at the third-lowest price we have tracked – just $54 above the all-time low from 2023’s Black Friday sales. You’ll also find a few discounted bundle options as well, with the power station including a 220W solar panel for $879 (down from $1,649), or you can grab it with two 220W solar panels for $1,299 (down from $1,899), or double its capacity with a smart extra battery for $1,098 (down from $1,698). You might also notice that with the bundles (as well as some of the other offers that are in the curated list below), you can redeem the on-page coupon for an additional 12% off on orders over $2,000 or more.

Summer excursions are being prepped for (yours truly will be going out to Bear Mountain for a weekend soon) and the DELTA 2 would surely be a wonderful addition to campsite needs – or even for emergency backup power options (I grew up in tornado country and storm surges/power outages are far less stressful when everything is not dependent on candlelight).

You’ll get a 1,024Wh capacity (2,048Wh with the extra battery) that can be further expanded up to 3,000Wh. When paired alongside a single 220W solar panel, this unit can fully recharge in up to six hours and its IP68 rating ensures protection against water, dust, and debris when dealing with the wilds of the world. You’ll be able to monitor and control the DELTA 2’s settings in real-time on the EcoFlow app via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. It also offers 15 port options to cover all your appliance and device charging needs: six ACs, four USB-As, two USB-Cs, and three DCs. Head below to read more.

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Juiced Bikes takes additional $200 off all e-bikes

Juiced Bikes has kicked off its Memorial Day sales with a $200 price cut on all e-bikes under the brand’s sun by using the promo code HONOR at checkout, through May 28. A notable inclusion is on pre-orders for the new JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike for $2,099 shipped, after using the promo code. We saw its pre-order deal launch at the top of April, dropping costs from its $2,799 MSRP to $2,499, with the company bringing things down further to $2,299 between its launch and Mother’s Day sales. Today’s deal ultimately gives you $700 in savings off this new model and marks a new all-time low. Shipping on this model will begin in June, so this is likely the lowest price we’ll see until later on after its officially released.

The all-new JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike comes in four colorways (purple haze, indigo blue, desert tan, and black) and is equipped with a supercharged 1,200W NeoBlade Motor (2,000W peak) alongside a 52V battery that carries it up to 34 MPH for up to 70 miles on a single charge. It has five levels of pedal assistance that are monitored by joint torque and cadence sensors, as well as a throttle when you just want to cruise, and extra functions like an active cruise control that can be set at any speed below 20 MPH and a race track mode for the most aggressive settings where the e-bike does not electronically limit its speed (at the cost of mileage).

It also comes with a variety of features that truly set this model apart from all the e-bikes that came before it. You’ll find a powerful 1,050-lumen Shadowblaster headlight, front and rear turn signals, a brake light, knobby 4-inch tires with fenders over each, a rear cargo rack, 4-piston hydraulic brakes, a folding mirror, an “automotive-grade horn,” and a backlit LCD display that gives you real-time performance data while also allowing you to customize its performance settings – plus it has a USB port to charge your devices as you ride. Its most noticeable feature, however, is being the first foldable e-bike among Juiced’s lineup, making transport and storage far easier when it’s not in use.

Spring e-bike deals!

Anker PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh power station being carried towards car with open door, within post for Aventon e-bikes

Other 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.

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Trump approves U.S. Steel merger with Japan’s Nippon after companies sign national security agreement

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US President Donald Trump receives a gold helmet with his name on it during a visit to US Steel – Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, May 30, 2025, to mark the ‘partnership’ between Nippon Steel and US Steel.

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President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Friday approving U.S. Steel’s merger with Japan’s Nippon Steel, after the companies signed a national security agreement with the U.S. government.

U.S. Steel and Nippon said the national security agreement will give the U.S. government a “golden share” and makes certain commitments related to governance, domestic production, and trade. The companies did not elaborate on what powers the U.S. government will wield with its golden share.

“All necessary regulatory approvals for the partnership have now been received, and the partnership is expected to be finalized promptly,” U.S. Steel and Nippon said in a statement.

The national security agreement calls for Nippon to make $11 billion in new investments by 2028, including initial spending on a greenfield project that will be completed after 2028, the companies said.

Trump said Thursday that the golden share gives the president “total control” without elaborating. Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick told CNBC last month that the golden share will effectively allow the government to control a number of board seats.

Trump opposed U.S. Steel‘s controversial sale to Nippon in the runup to the 2024 president election, as Republicans and Democrats have leaned into protecting U.S. companies against foreign competitors.

But Trump started softening his opposition to the takeover after assuming office, ordering a new review of the deal in April. President Joe Biden had blocked U.S. Steel’s sale to Nippon during his final days in office, citing national security concerns, despite Japan being a close ally.

Trump has avoided calling the deal an acquisition or merger, describing it as a “partnership” in a May 23 post on his social media platform Truth Social. He insisted that U.S. Steel will remain “controlled by the USA” during a speech to workers at one of the company’s plants outside Pittsburgh on May 30.

U.S. Steel made clear it would become a “wholly owned subsidiary” of Nippon North America under the terms of the merger agreement in an April 8 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Trump’s description of the deal as a “partnership” caused confusion among investors and union leadership.

The president told U.S. Steel workers that Nippon will be a “great partner.” The Trump administration is currently engaged in trade talks with Japan as investors eagerly await signs that the U.S. will strike deals with key partners that avoid steep tariffs.

Trump told the steelworkers that Nippon had agreed to keep U.S. Steel’s blast furnaces operating at full capacity for a minimum of 10 years. The president said the deal would not result in layoffs and promised there would be “no outsourcing whatsoever.” He said workers will receive a $5,000 bonus.

Trump announced that he was doubling U.S. tariffs on steel imports to 50% during his remarks to U.S. Steel workers. Those tariffs went into effect on June 4.

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This new EV charging feature could make apps and cards obsolete

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European EV charging provider Allego has launched what is says is Europe’s first rollout of the “world’s safest and most secure” Plug & Charge technology. 

The new tech is based on the open industry standard OCPP 2.0.1 and promises to make EV charging as easy as, well, plugging in your car. Forget apps, cards, and complicated sign-ins. If your EV is compatible, all you have to do is pull up and plug in.

Jean Gadrat, Allego’s CMO, said, “By removing digital friction points, apps, and cards, we give drivers the confidence to travel further and charge more conveniently. Whether in the city, on the highway, or abroad, Plug & Charge delivers the same secure, one-step charging experience.”

Here’s how Allego’s Plug & Charge works

Plug & Charge is an ISO 15118-based authentication and payment method built by Allego on OCPP 2.0.1, standardizing communication between OCPP-compliant chargers and networks.

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Once your car is enabled for Plug & Charge, the process is completely hands-off. You plug in, and your EV and the charger swap secure digital certificates to authenticate your account. There’s no need to tap an RFID card, open an app, or even press a button.

Allego’s system supports Mutual TLS encryption and certificate-based authentication, so only authorized vehicles can charge. That means no billing mistakes or fraudulent access, which has been a big concern with some older public charging setups.

Available across Europe now

Allego’s Plug & Charge functionality is at more than 5,000 fast and ultra-fast chargers across Europe, and it also works across partner networks, deploying a truly cross-network Plug & Charge experience.

It’s a future-ready platform, too. Thanks to OCPP 2.0.1, the protocol supports remote firmware updates, advanced security, and new features as they become available. So your charger can grow along with your EV.

“As new vehicle models and charging technologies emerge, OCPP 2.0.1 ensures your car always ‘speaks the same language’ as the charger,” said Manuel Trotta, Allego’s head of mobility solutions.

Allego partnered with Alpitronic, Hubject, and Ford to bring its cross-network Plug & Charge to life.

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The Kia PV5 is a real-life Transformer: Here’s our first look at it as an electric truck

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Kia is looking to shake things up with its new custom-tailored Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs). The PV5, Kia’s first electric van based on the platform, is already showing how versatile it is. After the PV5 was spotted for the first time with an open bed, Kia looks about ready to drop an electric truck variant.

Is Kia launching an electric truck PV5 variant?

At the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Kia revealed its PBV strategy for the first time. The vehicles are designed as “total mobility solutions” that combine fit-for-purpose EVs with Hyundai’s latest software and tech.

Kia’s PBVs are based on Hyundai’s new ultra-flexible E-GMP.S EV platform, which can be custom-tailored for different uses. The first EV based on the platform, the PV5, launched earlier this year in the UK in two variations, Cargo and Passenger.

The Passenger model is fairly self-explanatory as a personal, everyday van, while the Cargo version is designed for commercial use.

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Kia said more variants were on the way, including a refrigerated truck, chassis cab, open-bed, luxury “Prime” passenger, and sliding truck models.

The open-bed variant was recently captured driving in Korea, giving us our first look at the Kia PV5 as an electric truck.

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Kia PV5 open bed teaser (Source: Kia)

Although brief, the video from HealerTV, taken as the vehicle was driving by, reveals a few new details. It’s our closest look at the open-bed variant so far.

Like other PV5 variants, it appears to be the same up front. In fact, it’s almost identical to the first teaser Kia showed.

Kia PV5 open bed electric truck (Source: HealerTV)

It’s hard to tell from a video, but the reporter mentioned the electric truck “seemed like it was just the right size.” Since the PV5 Passenger is 4,695 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,899 mm in height, we can expect it to be about the same size. To give you a better idea, it’s slightly smaller than the Volkswagen ID.Buzz SWB.

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More variants on the way

The electric truck, or open-bed variant, comes after we saw the PV5 “Conversion,” which will feature new models, including a light camper and a camper van.

We got a preview of the camper van after Kia revealed two new “Spielraum” PV5 concepts, including one with a refrigerator, microwave oven, and even a wine cellar. And then we got a look at the PV5 “WKNDR,” an “adventure-ready” electric van concept. Kia’s electric van even has a wheelchair-friendly version, the PV5 WAV.

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Kia PV5 Spielraum concept (Source: Kia)

What’s next? Kia plans to launch a full range of electric vans. Next up will be the larger PV7 in 2027, followed by the PV9 in 2029. There’s also a smaller PV1, expected to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027.

In the future, Kia plans ot launch a Robotaxi model through a collaboration with Motional. All PBV models will be built at Kia’s Hwaseong EVO plant in South Korea. The facility can build up to 150,000 vehicles annually.

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Kia PBV models (Source: Kia)

Kia said its goal is to “design PBVs that are simple and intuitive to operate and engage with, regardless of where, when or how they are used.” In other words, Kia wants to make your life easier, “Whether the purpose of the vehicle is to transport people, move goods, or meet logistics or personal mobility needs.”

In the UK, the PV5 Passenger and Cargo models start at £32,995 ($44,000) and £27,645 ($37,000), respectively.

It’s available with two battery pack options: 51.5 kWh or 71.2 kWh, offering WLTP ranges of 179 miles and 249 miles, respectively. The Cargo version gets slightly more range with 181 miles or 247 miles, respectively.

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