Jackery's Explorer 600 Plus power station sees first discount to 9, Murf EV sale, Best Buy Greenworks deals, and more

Jackery’s Explorer 600 Plus power station sees first discount to $419, Murf EV sale, Best Buy Greenworks deals, and more

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May 24, 2024

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Closing out this week’s Green Deals before Memorial Day officially arrives, Jackery’s Explorer 600 Plus Portable Power Station leads the pack as it receives its very first discount, dropping the price to $419. It is joined by Murf Electric Bikes taking $400 off all its e-bike models, like the Fat Murf e-bike for $2,195, as well as a collection of 80V Greenworks tools and bundles from Best Buy’s Memorial Day sale starting from $185. 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.

Jackery’s Explorer 600 Plus Portable Power Station sees first discount to $419 low

As part of its ongoing early Memorial Day sale, the official Jackery Amazon storefront is offering its Explorer 600 Plus Portable Power Station for $419 shipped, after clipping the on-page $80 off coupon. Down from $499, this is the very first chance to save on this new power station since it released a month ago, setting the new all-time low for going forward. Jackery’s storefront is also making it so you can score the Explorer 600 Plus along with a 100W solar panel for just $549, after clipping the on-page $150 off coupon.

Jackery’s Explorer 600 Plus arrives upgraded with a LiFePO4 battery that has a 632Wh capacity and a 800W power output. It sports two AC ports, two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and a car port in order to cover your device charging needs, with its own charging only taking a single hour via a wall outlet thanks to its Emergency Super Charging Mode that allows for a more rapid response to emergency situations (planning ahead of an approaching storm, for example). With a single 100W solar panel it can recharge in 8.5 hours, cutting that time down to 4.3 hours with 200W of solar input – or in 7.5 hours from your car. Like the other Explorer models, you can sync your smartphone to the power station to monitor progress or adjust settings, all done through the companion app.

The Fat Murf e-bike parked against railing with woman looking into background, within post for Jackery Explorer 600 Plus power station

Murf Electric Bikes takes $400 off all models

Murf Electric Bikes has launched its Murf into Summer Sale, taking $400 off all its e-bike models through May 27 and also giving away a free helmet to the first 50 orders. One of the brand’s most popular models is the Fat Murf e-bike that is down at $2,195 shipped. Down from its normally $2,595 price tag, these models don’t seem to receive discounts as regularly (or for as long of a period) as other bigger brands like Aventon or Rad Power. We’ve mainly seen occasional holiday sales that usually take costs down by $400 or $500 (usually higher discount rates fall on bundled e-bikes) – sometimes on specific models, sometimes on complete lineups. Regardless, this is still a solid $400 markdown worth considering. Keep in mind, while the discount is not reflected in the price on any of the landing pages, the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.

Coming in both a step-thru model and a step-over model, the Fat Murf is stocked with a 52V battery (like all its e-bikes) and a 500W motor (with 750W peak power) that work together to bring the e-bike up to a max speed of 25 MPH for up to 30 miles using only the pure electric throttle or up to 50 miles when using its five levels of pedal assistance. It has a variety of features like its 4-inch all-terrain fat tires for off-the-pavement cruising, a 720-lumen headlight powered by “3 high-power LEDs” for rides at night or early morning, a 7-speed Shimano drivetrain for when you need to get some cardio in, hydraulic disc brakes for greater stopping power, and an upgraded high-resolution display for real-time data and setting adjustments.

More Murf e-bike discounts:

Izzy Step-Thru, 20 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $1,795 (Reg. $2,195)
Higgs Step-Thru, 25 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $1,995 (Reg. $2,395)
Alpha ST, 28 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $2,495 (Reg. $2,895)
Higgs Cargo, 20 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $2,495 (Reg. $2,895)
Alpha Murf, 28 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $2,495 (Reg. $2,895)
Alpha Cargo, 20 MPH with up to 50-mile range: $2,595 (Reg. $2,995)

Best Buy has launched its Memorial Day sale through May 27 that is taking up to 27% off a collection of Greenworks 80V electric tools and bundles, while also offering a free 80V battery along with purchase and extra savings opportunities as well. One of the notable additions, and the biggest amount of savings, is the popular 80V 21-inch Lawn Mower, 13-inch String Trimmer, and 730 Leaf Blower Combo for $799 shipped. My Best Buy members can get an extra $199 off, dropping the price to $599.99 shipped. Membership starts at $50, meaning you ultimately save an extra $149 off the combo. Regularly fetching $1,100, today’s deal comes in to repeat a similar discount from April and March and landing at the fourth-lowest price (second-lowest with the membership discount) we have tracked. By adding any of the following Greenworks products to your cart, a free 80V 2.0Ah battery will be automatically added as well.

Powered by its 4.0Ah battery (as well as that free 2.0Ah battery too), the 21-inch lawn mower deck houses the 80V brushless motor for a 45-minute runtime on a single charge (60+ with that extra battery) – with it being able to recharge in up to 50 minutes. It starts with a press of a button so you don’t have to fight with pull strings anymore (lets leave that tech in the 2000s) and has seven levels of height adjustment for its cutting blade. The string trimmer provides a 13-inch cutting path for up to 30 minutes (again, more with the extra battery), and sports a 2-in-1 pivoting head for both trimming and edging needs. The leaf blower provides 730 CFM of air flow that hits at up to 170 MPH, with a variable speed trigger with cruise control.

More Best Buy Greenworks discounts:

Spring e-bike deals!

Super73 RX Electric Motorbike: $2,600 (Reg. $3,695)
Aventon Ramblas Mountain e-bike: $2,399 (Reg. $2,699)
Lectric ONE Long-Range e-bike with $220 in free gear (pre-order): $2,199 (Reg. $2,419)
Juiced JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike (pre-order): $2,099 (Reg. $2,799)
Lectric ONE e-bike with $220 in free gear: $1,999 (Reg. $2,219)
Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bike: $1,816 (Reg. $3,000)
Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike with $494 in free accessories: $1,599 (Reg. $2,199)
Rad Power RadRunner Plus Utility e-bike with free extra battery: $1,599 (Reg. $1,799)
Lectric XPress 750 High-Step e-bike with extra battery (pre-order): $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
Lectric XPress 750 Step-Thru e-bike with extra battery (pre-order): $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
Rad Power RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike with free extra battery: $1,249 (Reg. $1,599)
Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus e-bike: $1,099 (Reg. $1,599)
Schwinn Ridgewood Electric Mountain Bike: $800 (Reg. $1,500)
Aventon Soltera.2 e-bike: $799 (Reg. $999)
Schwinn Ingersoll Electric Hybrid Bike: $700 (Reg. $1,500)
Schwinn Mendocino Hybrid Electric Cruiser Bike: $699 (Reg. $1,700)

Rachio 3 4-zone smart sprinkler controller within post for Rad Power 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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ChargePoint unveils ‘revolutionary’ V2X EV charger tech that can double Level 2 speeds

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ChargePoint unveils 'revolutionary' V2X EV charger tech that can double Level 2 speeds

EV charging veteran ChargePoint has unveiled its new charger product architecture, which is described as a “generational leap in AC Level 2 charging.” The new ChargePoint technology designed for consumers in North America and Europe will enable vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities and the ability to charge your EV in as quickly as four hours.

ChargePoint is not only a seasoned contributor to EV infrastructure but has established itself as an innovative leader in the growing segment. In recent years, it has expanded and implemented new technologies to help simplify the overall process for its customers. In 2024, the network reached one million global charging ports and has added exciting features to support those stations.

Last summer, the network introduced a new “Omni Port,” combining multiple charging plugs into one port. It ensures EV drivers of nearly any make and model can charge at any ChargePoint space. The company also began implementing AI to bolster dependability within its charging network by identifying issues more quickly, improving uptime, and thus delivering better charging network reliability.

As we’ve pointed out, ChargePoint continues to utilize its resources to develop and implement innovative solutions to genuine problems many EV drivers face regularly, such as vandalism and theft. We’ve also seen ChargePoint implement new charger technology to make the process more affordable for fleets.

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Today, ChargePoint has introduced a new charger architecture that promises to bring advanced features and higher charging rates to all its customers across residential, commercial, and fleet applications.

ChargePoint unveils maximum speed V2X charger tech

This morning, ChargePoint unveiled its next generation of EV charger architecture, complete with bidirectional capabilities and speeds up to double those of most current AC Level 2 chargers.

As mentioned above, this new architecture will serve as the backbone of new ChargePoint chargers across all segments, including residential, commercial, and fleet customers. Hossein Kazemi, chief technical officer of hardware at ChargePoint, elaborated:

ChargePoint’s next generation of EV chargers will be revolutionary, not evolutionary. The architecture underpinning them enables highly anticipated technologies which will deliver a significantly better experience for station owners and the EV drivers who charge with them.

The new ChargePoint chargers will feature V2X capabilities, enabling residential and commercial customers to use EVs to power homes and buildings with the opportunity to send excess energy back to the local grid. Dynamic load balancing can automatically boost charging speeds when power is not required at other parts of the connected building structure, enabling efficiency and faster recharge rates.

ChargePoint shared that its new charger architecture can achieve the fastest possible speed for AC current (80 amps/19.2 kW), charging the average EV from 0 to 100% in just four hours. That’s nearly double the current AC Level 2 standard (no pun intended).

Other features include smart home capabilities where residential or commercial owners can implement the charger within a more extensive energy storage system, including solar panels, power banks, and smart energy management systems. The new architecture also enables series-wiring capabilities, meaning fleet depots, multi-unit dwellings, or even residential homes with multiple EVs can maximize charging rates without upgrading their wiring configuration or energy service plan.

These new chargers will also feature ChargePoint’s Omni Port technology, enabling a wider range of compatibility across all EV makes and models. According to ChargePoint, this new architecture complies with MID and Eichrecht regulations in Europe and ENERGY STAR in the US.

The first charger models on the platform are expected to hit Europe this summer followed by North
America by the end of 2025.

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Tanking oil prices could more than double Saudi Arabia’s deficit to $75 billion and threaten spending plans: Goldman Sachs economist

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April 10, 2025

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Tanking oil prices could more than double Saudi Arabia's deficit to billion and threaten spending plans: Goldman Sachs economist

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Crashing oil prices triggered by waning demand, global trade war fears and growing crude supply could more than double Saudi Arabia’s budget deficit, a Goldman Sachs economist warned.

The bank’s outlook spotlighted the pressure on the kingdom to make changes to its mammoth spending plans and fiscal measures.

“The deficits on the fiscal side that we’re likely to see in the GCC [Gulf Cooperation Council] countries, especially big countries like Saudi Arabia, are going to be pretty significant,” Farouk Soussa, Middle East and North Africa economist at Goldman Sachs, told CNBC’s Access Middle East on Wednesday.

Spending by the kingdom has ballooned due to Vision 2030, a sweeping campaign to transform the Saudi economy and diversify its revenue streams away from hydrocarbons. A centerpiece of the project is Neom, an as-yet sparsely populated mega-region in the desert roughly the size of Massachusetts.

Plans for Neom include hyper-futuristic developments that altogether have been estimated to cost as much as $1.5 trillion. The kingdom is also hosting the 2034 World Cup and the 2030 World Expo, both infamously costly endeavors.

Digital render of NEOM’s The Line project in Saudi Arabia

The Line, NEOM

Saudi Arabia needs oil at more than $90 a barrel to balance its budget, the International Monetary Fund estimates. Goldman Sachs this week lowered its year-end 2025 oil price forecast to $62 a barrel for Brent crude, down from a previous forecast of $69 — a figure that the bank’s economists say could more than double Saudi Arabia’s 2024 budget deficit of $30.8 billion.

“In Saudi Arabia, we estimate that we’re probably going to see the deficit go up from around $30 to $35 billion to around $70 to $75 billion, if oil prices stayed around $62 this year,” Soussa said.

“That means more borrowing, probably means more cutbacks on expenditure, it probably means more selling of assets, all of the above, and this is going to have an impact both on domestic financial conditions and potentially even international.”

Financing that level of deficit in international markets “is going to be challenging” given the shakiness of international markets right now, he added, and likely means Riyadh will need to look at other options to bridge their funding gap.

$60 oil is likely to have a 'significant' impact on the deficits of GCC countries, says Goldman Sachs

The kingdom still has significant headroom to borrow; their debt-to-GDP ratio as of December 2024 is just under 30%. In comparison, the U.S. and France’s debt-to-GDP ratios of 124% and 110.6%, respectively. But $75 billion in debt issuance would be difficult for the market to absorb, Soussa noted.

“That debt to GDP ratio, while comforting, doesn’t mean that the Saudis can issue as much debt as they like … they do have to look at other remedies,” he said, adding that those remedies include cutting back on capital expenditure, raising taxes, or selling more of their domestic assets — like state-owned companies Saudi Aramco and Sabic. Several Neom projects may end up on the chopping block, regional economists predict.

Saudi Arabia has an A/A-1 credit rating with a positive outlook from S&P Global Ratings and an A+ rating with a stable outlook from Fitch. That combined with high foreign currency reserves — $410.2 billion as of January, according to CEIC data — puts the kingdom in a comfortable place to manage a deficit.

The kingdom has also rolled out a series of reforms to boost and de-risk foreign investment and diversify revenue streams, which S&P Global said in September “will continue to improve Saudi Arabia’s economic resilience and wealth.”

“So the Saudis have lots of options, the mix of all of these is very difficult to pre-judge, but certainly we’re not looking at some sort of crisis,” Soussa said. “It’s just a question of which options they go for in order to deal with the challenges that they’re facing.”

Global benchmark Brent crude was trading at $63.58 per barrel on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in London, down roughly 14% year-to-date.

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