Growatt INFINITY 2000: Versatile power, anywhere
Portable power stations are a great way to take adventures to the next level but they also serve plenty of purpose at home when the power goes out. And, they getting even more versatile with products like this, the Growatt INFINITY 2000. This new portable power station can be expanded from 2048Wh of capacity up to 6144Wh and features a huge assortment of outputs for a wide variety of adventures. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.
Growatt INFINITY 2000: Video
Overview
Big, versatile power is the name of the game with the Growatt INFINITY 2000. With 2048Wh of capacity and 2200W AC output, its capable of powering nearly anything, anywhere.
Beyond its power and capacity, it also has a variety of ins and outs that make it even more useful. Standard AC outlets, 30A Anderson Outlets, and TT-30 AC outlets all make the INFINITY 2000 ready for a wide variety of uses.
Design
The overall layout is simple and effective. On the front is a screen and all of the outputs and on the right side of the INFINITY 2000 are the different input options. Two large, solid carrying handles make it easy to move despite being such a powerful battery pack.
Intrinsic to its design is the ability to stack expansion batteries on top of and beneath the INFINITY 2000. One the left side of the INFINITY 2000 is a port to connect a battery expansion. Two additional batteries can be connected and take the total capacity of the system up to 6144Wh. I love this modular design that allows the system to be expanded when more power needs arise or a budget allows.
Additionally, the expansion batteries each operate independently. Rather than depending on the main unit, this allows each battery to charge and discharge by themselves.
Growatt INFINITY 2000: Ins + Outs
The Growatt INFINITY 2000 has an impressive variety of outputs. There are dedicated buttons in each category to activate/deactivate a specific type of output.
In the top left are DC outputs. INFINITY 2000 has a 10A car outlet, two 3A barrel plugs, and a 30A Anderson outlet. On the top right are USB outputs. There are four USB-A fast charge outputs and two 100W USB-C outputs. Along the bottom are the AC outputs. First is a TT-30 plug followed by three traditional AC outlets.
For inputs, the INFINITY 2000 has an AC port and an XT-60 port for solar/vehicle input.
What impresses me the most is that the INFINITY 2000 incorporates the 30A Anderson outlet and a TT-30 plug. These are rare additions to portable power stations of this size and vastly increases its usability. Both of these outputs are huge benefits for RV owners and DIYers. They can make a direct connection to RVs and when combined with external batteries can make live off-grid last even longer.
Cold weather ready
Typically, batteries don’t like cold weather. But, the INFINITY 2000 is using LiFePO4 batteries and operation is guaranteed in conditions down to -22°F. While I don’t typically camp in the cold, that kind of performance ensures that the INFINITY 2000 will be ready to go in almost anywhere.
INFINITY 2000’s self-heating function also helps in day-to-day storage conditions which can get cold. Where competitors lack battery-saving self heating, the INFINITY 2000 ensures reliable performance in storage and in use.
Recharging the Growatt INFINITY 2000
Despite its massive capacity, the Growatt INFINITY 2000 can fully recharge in just 1.6 hours thanks to its fast charge AC capability. With fast charging on just AC power, the INFINITY 2000 pulls 1,800W to get the battery back up to full lightning-fast.
In addition to the rapid charge, INFINITY 2000 has a quiet charging feature that will limit the input wattage to 400W which doesn’t require any active cooling. This mode is great for charging at night or when you don’t want to be disturbed.
EPS with AC/DC Auto On
Another benefit of the INFINITY 2000 is its EPS, or Emergency Power Supply mode. This gives an instant AC startup after a power outage. This is a huge benefit for people who work from home and want to be prepared in case of power outages. I always have my working computer plugged into some form of battery backup.
Wrapping up
If you’re in the market for a portable power station with the capacity to power adventures at home and off the grid, the Growatt INFINITY 2000 is a great choice. I always make sure to have one of these along with me anytime I am on location filming.
From May 20 to June 6, get a free 100W solar panel with a purchase of the INFINITY 2000.
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If you’re considering going electric, May will be a great time to score a deal on an EV lease. Automakers are slashing lease prices on some of the most popular EVs to move inventory – here are four standouts.
Nissan Ariya SUV
The Nissan Ariya SUV has an MSRP of $41,805. Its lease term is 36 months, with $4,409 due at signing and a mileage allowance of 10,000 a year. Monthly payment? A sweet $129!
Nissan cut the 2025 Ariya Engage’s price by $144 in April, so it now has an effective monthly cost of $251 – that’s seriously affordable for an electric SUV. If you’re already a Nissan driver, then you’re going to get an even better deal, because Nissan is offering a $1,000 loyalty discount on the Ariya, which brings its effective cost down to $224 per month.
CarsDirect, which sniffed out this deal, thinks this Ariya deal will be in place until Memorial Day, so take advantage of tariff-free pricing while you can.
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Honda Prologue SUV
The Honda Prologue SUV has an MSRP of $48,850. Its lease term is 36 months, with $1,399 due at signing and a mileage allowance of 10,000 a year. The monthly payment on the Prologue is $239.
The 2024 Honda Prologue has up to $18,800 in rebates, and the price includes a $1,000 lease loyalty discount or conquest offer. In California and other ZEV states, the EX has an effective cost of just $278 per month; in other parts of the US, pricing will be around $30 higher. This offer ends July 7.
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Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 has an MSRP of $43,880. Its best lease term is 24 months, with $1,044 due at signing and a mileage allowance of 10,000 a year. The monthly payment on the Model 3 is $349.
The 2025 Tesla Model 3 still has the $7,500 federal government EV rebate. Several months ago, Tesla reduced the amount due at signing on all Model 3s. And for those who want to lease a Long Range Model 3, the effective cost can be as low as $393 per month.
You can lease the Model 3 for 36 months, but the folks at CarsDirect found that the better deal will be had on 24-month leases. They compared the Model 3’s MSRP to the 2025 Lexus IS 300 F Sport’s MSRP, which is nearly identical, and the Model 3 was around 30% cheaper to lease.
Acura ZDX
The 2024 Acura ZDX has an MSRP of $65,850. Its best lease term is 36 months, with $4,699 due at signing and a mileage allowance of 7,500 a year. The monthly payment on the ZDX is $299.
The 2024 ZDX is Acura’s cheapest vehicle to lease because it features up to $29,450 in lease cash. However, the best deal is limited to California and ZEV states. If you cash in on a loyalty discount or conquest cash, the effective cost is $430 per month. This offer runs til June 30.
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Ford (F) reported its first-quarter earnings, beating Wall Street’s revenue and EPS expectations. However, with Trump’s auto tariffs, Ford is suspending full-year guidance. Here’s a breakdown of Ford’s Q1 2025 earnings
Ford Q1 2025 earnings preview
After crosstown rival General Motors cut its full-year financial guidance last week, investors are waiting to see if Ford will follow suit.
Ford’s previous 2025 forecast called for EBIT of $7 billion to $8.5 billion and capital expenditures between $8 billion and $9 billion.
The biggest threat is Trump’s new auto tariffs, which include a 25% duty on imported vehicles and many parts. Since Ford builds a greater percentage of vehicles in the US than any other major automaker, outside of Tesla, it isn’t expected to see as big of an impact.
CEO Jim Farley called it “an opportunity for Ford,” during an interview with CNN last week, saying the company has a “different footprint, a different exposure for tariffs.”
Ford imports around 21% of the vehicles it sells in the US, while GM imports around 46%. According to Estimize, Wall St expects Ford to post Q1 EPS of $0.0 on revenue of $38.02 billion.
The company reports earnings for each of its three business units, Ford Blue (gas-powered vehicles), Model e (electric vehicles), and Ford Pro (commercial and software business).
In the fourth quarter, Ford’s EV unit (Model e) lost another $1.4 billion while Pro and Blue each reported an adjusted EBIT of $1.6 billion.
Financial breakdown
Ford beat Wall Street estimates, reporting first-quarter revenue of $40.7 billion with an adjusted EPS of 0.49.
- Q1 2025 Revenue: $40.7 billion vs $38.02 billion expected.
- Q1 2025 Adjusted EPS: $0.49 vs $0.0 expected.
The company posted adjusted EBIT of $1 billion, down 63% from Q1 2024. Ford said its first-quarter EBIT suffered a nearly $200 million hit from added tariff costs, primarily in Ford Blue and Ford Pro.
Ford Pro generated an EBIT of $1.3 billion, Ford Blue $96 million, and Ford Model e reported an EBIT loss of $849 million.
For Model e, the company is focused on improving gross margins and “exercising a disciplined approach to investments in battery facilities and next-generation products.” Although still a nearly $1 billion loss, it’s still a $500 million improvement from Q1 2024.
Ford said higher Model e revenue was driven by new EVs launching in Europe, like the electric Explorer and Capri.
The company said its “Power Promise” promotion, which includes a free home charger and several other benefits, has helped drive demand in the US.
Although it’s tracking within its previous full-year adjusted EBIT guidance of between $7 billion and $8.5 billion, Ford is suspending full-year guidance due to the uncertainty surrounding tariffs.
Ford estimates the full-year gross cost of tariffs to be around $2.5 billion. It expects a tariff-related net adverse adjusted EBIT impact of about $1.5 billion for the full year 2025.
Ford also extended its “From America, For America” campaign last week. The promo includes employee pricing on most 2024 and 2025 models and now runs through July 4.
Check back for more info from Ford’s first quarter conference call. Ford is also hosting its annual meeting on Thursday, May 8, where we should learn more about its EV plans and how it will navigate the new tariffs.
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