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This week’s Green Deals are kicking off with up to $400 off already discounted e-bike models at Juiced Bikes while the company celebrates 15 years since it first started releasing its designs, with its newest offering, the JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike hitting its lowest pre-order price yet at $2,074. It is joined by Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station also dropping to a new low of $599, as well as Retrospec’s best-selling Valen-Rev Fat-Tire Electric Bike dropping to $1,300. And be sure to also check our links at the bottom of the page for our Father’s Day electric tool gift guide – even if gift buying is done, there’s no reason you can’t benefit yourself from the ongoing discounts. 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.

Juiced JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike hits new $2,074 pre-order low during anniversary celebrations!

Juiced Bikes has been one of our favorite e-bike brands here at 9to5Toys for quite some time, and today the company is kicking off its latest sales event that is taking up to $400 off its lineup in order to celebrate its anniversary! These deals are based on current prices, with customers receiving $175 off any purchase between $800 and $1,600, or $225 off for purchases between $1,700 and $2,599, or $400 off purchases of $2,600 or more. A notable standout is the inclusion of the new JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike (that is still in its pre-order phase) at $2,074 shipped. Already down from its $2,799 MSRP, we saw its first pre-order discount at the start of April, when it fell to $2,499. May saw a drop to $2,299 during Mother’s Day sales, followed by another during Memorial Day sales to $2,099. Today, the pre-order savings continue as it falls $25 lower to carve out a new all-time low, with shipping slated to begin later this month, meaning this is likely the last pre-release discount.

The all-new JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike comes in four colorways (purple hazeindigo bluedesert 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 (sacrificing travel mileage).

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 is being the first foldable e-bike among Juiced’s lineup, making transport and storage far easier when it’s not in use.

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Anker’s 1,056Wh SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station falls to new $599 low

The official Anker Amazon storefront is offering its SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station for $599 shipped. Regularly fetching $999, this unit has been steadily seeing larger and larger discounts as the months go forward, with Black Friday and Christmas sales kicking off the trend with its biggest 2023 drop to $649. In 2024, we’ve seen a few short-lived returns to $649, followed by a few repeats to $629, and a final fall to $609 last month during Memorial Day sales. Today’s deal continues this trend, with it coming in as a $400 markdown that drops costs to a new all-time low. You’ll also find four discounted bundle opportunities available: the power station with a 100W solar panel for $799, or with a 200W solar panel for $899, or you can bump the solar panel up to a 400W model for $1,299, or bundle the power station with a BP1000 expansion battery for $1,098.

Featuring a compact design that is “15% smaller than the industry average,” the SOLIX C1000 gives you a 1,056Wh capacity (2,112Wh with the extra battery option), a max power output of 2,400W, and 11 different output ports: one carport, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and six AC outlets. It can be fully charged via a wall outlet in up to 58 minutes and can recharge in up to 1.8 hours with its max 600W solar input. Through the Anker app, you’ll be able to get real-time status updates, view your battery level, and set AC charging speeds.

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Retrospec’s best-selling Valen Rev Fat-Tire e-bike now $1,300

Retrospec has put two of its popular and best-selling e-bike models on sale, taking up to $400 off each. The most affordable and also most lauded of the pair is the Valen Rev Fat-Tire Electric Bike for $1,299.99 shipped. Down from its $1,700 price tag, this is the lowest price we have tracked since the brand hit our radar. At the moment, this is also the lowest price we can currently find anywhere, with several smaller third-party sites offering it at higher rates of $1,800 and $1,900. All-in-all, this is a solid $400 markdown that offers a great chance to snag it ahead of next week’s tariffs going into effect and subsequently raising the price by an unknown amount, so there’s no time for dawdling! You’ll also find its successor, the new Valen Rev+ model, sitting at $1,700 currently.

The Valen Rev e-bike sports a motorbike design that is becoming increasingly more popular among consumers and manufacturers alike, with similar looks to rival models like Juiced’s HyperScrambler 2, for example. Its stylish frame houses a 750W brushless rear-hub motor and the 48V battery, which work alongside the six levels of pedal assistance to propel the bike up to a 20 MPH top speed for up to 55 miles on a single charge.

A neat little feature that I haven’t seen elsewhere, is Start Aid that sets the motor to push the e-bike up to 4 MPH in order to gain momentum before taking off, preventing awkward wobbling on your first few pedal strokes. It does also feature a twist throttle for electric-only action, but keep in mind this will alter the overall mileage. Its been given 4-inch off-road ready tires with large tread grips for greater stability on various terrains and fenders over each. It also has some more minor features, like mechanical disc brakes, a kickstand, 7-speed drivetrain, headlights and taillights, a chain cover, a bottle cage, and a handlebar-mounted LED display for all your control and data needs in one easy-to-access place.

The other model receiving this discount is the Koa Rev+ Fat-Tire Electric Bike for $1,500, down from $1,800. With this e-bike’s fully integrated and removable 48V battery as well as the 750W planetary geared hub motor, it hits the same 20 MPH top speeds, with the same six levels of pedal assistance (and an alternate thumb throttle), but providing a further 68-mile travel range. It’s features take one step up above the other models, with an 8-speed drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, 4-inch off-road Kenda tires with fenders over both, a kickstand, integrated headlights and taillights, and a full-color display.

Summer e-bike deals!

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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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Hyundai launches new EV grant program offering up to $5,000 in savings

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Hyundai is the latest carmaker offering significant discounts on electric vehicles in the UK. The Hyundai Electric Grant program offers up to £3,750 ($5,000) off popular EVs, including the Inster EV, IONIQ 5, and new IONIQ 9. And it’s not just the UK, Hyundai is launching deals in nearly every market.

Hyundai launches new EV grant program in the UK

Starting today, July 25, all Hyundai electric vehicles in the UK are eligible for the program. Hyundai’s EV grant offers buyers £3,750 ($5,000) off the 2025 Inster, the brand’s new entry-level electric SUV.

The savings are available across Hyundai’s entire EV lineup, with £1,500 ($2,000) in savings on the IONIQ 5, Kona Electric, and IONIQ 9.

“As the electric vehicle landscape continues to evolve, it is important that customers have complete clarity, choice and compelling value when making the switch to electric,” Ashley Andrew, president of Hyundai and Genesis UK, said on Friday.

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After launching the Inster EV and its flagship IONIQ 9 this year, Hyundai now offers a complete lineup ranging from entry-level to a three-row electric SUV.

The EV grant is available immediately across Hyundai’s UK dealer network, including for retail, Hyundai Affinity, or Contract Hire purchases.

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Hyundai Inster EV (Source: Hyundai UK)

Until August 31, buyers can score an extra £500 ($671) off the Inster EV and Kona Electric through Hyundai’s Electrifying Summer promo.

Hyundai is also offering 24-hour test drives, allowing customers to try it before making a purchase. The Korean automaker follows other brands, including MG and Leapmotor, to offer discounts ahead of the UK’s new EV grant program.

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Hyundai Kona Electric N Line (Source: Hyundai)

According to new registration data from Jato, Hyundai was the 10th best-selling EV brand in Europe in the first half of 2025.

The Inster EV, priced from £23,505 ($31,500), cracked the top 20 most registered EVs last month with over 3,300 units sold. Hyundai Motor, including Kia’s share of the EV market, rose from 12.6% to 19.1% in H1 2025.

Hyundai is offering significant savings on electric vehicles not just in the UK, but essentially in every market, including the US, right now.

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 at a Tesla Supercharger (Source: Hyundai)

Following the launch of an aggressive sales promotion this summer, Hyundai is now offering 0% interest for 60 months on its top-selling SUVs. The savings are available on new EV models, including the 2025 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 (see our review of it).

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2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 (Source: Hyundai)

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5, which now offers up to 318 miles of range and a NACS port for charging at Tesla Superchargers, is listed for lease at just $179 per month. That’s about the lowest national offer for an electric SUV currently available.

Both the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 are built at Hyundai’s new EV plant in Georgia, so they still qualify for the $7,500 US tax credit. However, that’s set to end at the end of September.

Ready to try one out for yourself? You can use our links below to find offers on Hyundai’s electric vehicles in your area.

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Tesla is about to launch ‘Robotaxi’ in Bay Area, but with someone in the driver’s seat

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Tesla is stripping all meaning from the word “Robotaxi” as it plans to expand its supposedly autonomous ride-hailing program to the Bay Area as soon as this weekend, albeit with a driver in the driver’s seat.

As we have often highlighted over the last few months, Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ launch is purely about optics.

Tesla is not yet ready to launch a level 4 autonomous driving system, but Elon Musk needs Tesla to achieve a win in self-driving after years of failed promises.

They decided to launch “Robotaxi”, a ride-hailing service in Austin, Texas, but due to the automaker not being ready to deploy level 4 autonomy, it had to add a safety monitor in the passenger front seat at all times.

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That passenger has access to controls capable of stopping the vehicle at all times, which is similar to how Tesla’s consumer version of ‘Supervised Full Self-Driving’ works. In short, it’s basically ‘Tesla Supervised Full Self-Driving’, but with the supervisor moving from the driver’s seat to the front passenger’s seat.

Those supervisors have already had dozens of interventions over just 7,000 miles in Austin over the last month.

Now, Tesla is looking to launch its ‘Robotaxi’ in the Bay Area. Rumors are that it could be as soon as this weekend.

However, during Tesla’s earnings call this week, Tesla’s head of self-driving, Ashok Elluswamy, confirmed that it will be with “a person in the driver’s seat”:

“The next is the San Francisco Bay Area. We are working with the government to get approval here, and meanwhile, we will launch the service with a person in the driver’s seat just to expedite while we wait for regulatory approval.”

The Tesla executive claims that Tesla is “waiting for regulatory approval”, but last we heard, Tesla has yet to apply for the proper permits to commercially operate autonomous vehicles in California.

Electrek’s Take

To be clear, this is no different than an Uber driver who owns a Tesla with FSD picking you up at the airport. Tesla is looking to launch an Uber service in the Bay Area with employees at the wheel who use FSD, and it is going to call it ‘Robotaxi’.

It’s no more than a distraction from the fact that Tesla can’t deliver a level 4 autonomous driving system.

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Nexamp found a faster way to build solar – it did the utility’s job, too

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Nexamp found a faster way to build solar – it did the utility's job, too

Nexamp just pulled off something that could speed up clean energy deployment across the US – and potentially lower costs for everyone. The Boston-based solar developer just finished building three new solar farms in Maine and Massachusetts. But instead of waiting on the utility to handle all the grid hookup work, Nexamp did it themselves.

That might not sound groundbreaking at first, but in the world of renewable energy, it’s a pretty big deal. Normally, utilities are in charge of any grid upgrades and interconnection work needed before a new solar project can start sending power to homes and businesses. That process can be very slow and expensive.

Nexamp’s new approach, called “self-performance,” flips the script. It lets developers take on some of that work, like ordering and installing equipment, so they don’t have to sit around waiting for the utility to schedule it. That means solar farms can get online faster, which gets clean power to the grid sooner and keeps project costs in check.

The three projects that kicked off this self-performance effort are:

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  • Hartland Solar – 1.2 MW DC in Hartland, ME
  • Barre Road Solar – 1.3 MW DC in New Braintree, MA
  • Summit Farm Solar – 2.6 MW DC, also in New Braintree

Nexamp didn’t go rogue – they worked closely with Central Maine Power and National Grid on the interconnection designs, safety standards, and technical specs. But by handling the actual procurement and construction, Nexamp had way more control over cost, timing, and supply chain headaches.

“Self-performance lets us take much greater control over interconnection procurement and construction,” said Daniel Passarello, Nexamp’s lead consulting engineer for grid integration. “We can move much of the interconnection work forward at the same time as the solar farm build instead of treating them as separate. That helps us bring projects online faster and stay closer to budget.”

It also helps that Nexamp already has solid relationships with suppliers. Instead of going through multiple layers of utility procurement, they can go straight to the source, fast.

That kind of streamlining is exactly what the solar industry needs right now. Community solar is booming – as of the end of 2024, nearly 8 gigawatts of it have been installed across the US, according to the the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), and that number is expected to almost double by 2030. But bottlenecks in the interconnection process slow things down.

Sara Birmingham, VP of state affairs at SEIA, called Nexamp’s move a step in the right direction. “We must modernize and streamline the interconnection process to keep pace with fast-growing demand,” she said. “Self-performance is one of several innovative approaches that can accelerate project timelines and lower costs, which benefits all ratepayers.”

Read more: Walmart and Nexamp are rolling out 31 solar farms in 5 states


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