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With so many of the e-bike sales we’ve recently covered either ending in the next few days or having already ended (be sure to check out our collection of summer e-bike deals below), today’s Green Deals are here to give you a few more EV discounts to consider. Leading the pack is the unique and stylish MOD Easy 3 e-bike for $2,999 shipped, along with alternate variations including a sidecar attachment. It is joined by the very first discount we’ve seen on the new Greenworks 80V 20-inch Fat-Tire Utility e-bike that is at $1,700 – but only for today! There’s also the surprise price cut on NIU’s KQi3 Pro Foldable Electric Scooter down to a new $480 low. 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.

MOD Easy 3 e-bike oozes the unique style of iconic motorcycles starting at $2,999

Running alongside MOD Bikes’ summer sale through the end of the month, there are some new models that are are also benefitting from the savings event and deserve a little spotlight time for their unique style, like the updated MOD Easy 3 e-bike for $2,999 shipped, along with its variations. Going for $3,299 normally, it comes in today as a $300 markdown and lands at the lowest price we have seen since the brand came to our attention. You can learn some more about this e-bike (and its additional sidecar attachment) by reading through our hands-on review of its earlier design.

With the MOD Easy 3 e-bike you’re getting quality parts with undeniably unique style, coming in two colorways, a charcoal black and an army green (which kind of gives off the vibe of the classic Indian 741 Scout motorcycles paired with its frame). It arrives stocked with a 750W rear brushless geared hub motor (1,000W peak), a removable 720Wh MOD Samsung Powerpack battery, and five levels of pedal assistance supported by a new torque sensor (upgraded from previous version’s cadence sensor).

MOD’s Easy 3 e-bike cruises around town at top speeds of 28 MPH for up to 50 miles as is, or up to 100 miles when you purchase an extra battery for it. You’ll also find other features like a 7-speed Shimano drivetrain, an integrated LED headlight and taillight with brake light functionality, a thumb throttle for pure electric action, fenders for both wheels, a rear cargo rack, hydraulic disc brakes, a bell, and an S3 smart color display with a USB port for charging your devices (another upgrade from the earlier simple LCD display) and password security for locking the e-bike.

Now there are two additional configurations for this e-bike that involve adding a sidecar attachment with a padded seat inside, among others. The above e-bike can be upgraded to the MOD Easy Sidecar 3 for an additional $1,000, which does seem steep, especially if you’re considering it for taking your kids out and about with you – cause you can attach a child’s seat to the rear rack in that case. The side car only has a 150 pound payload, but keep in mind that just like on any motorcycle, there are no seatbelts here – but there are dedicated D-ring anchor points to secure your dog’s leash or harness. There’s also a cheaper option for a sidecar in the MOD Easy Ape Hanger 3 e-bike for $2,999, down from $3,299. It has much of the same features and specs, but with a much more simplistic, toned-down design that features chopper handlebars, plus its at the same price as the standalone Easy 3.

Greenworks 80V 20-inch Venture Fat-Tire Utility e-bike within post for MOD Easy 3 e-bike

Greenworks’ new 80V 20-inch Venture Fat-Tire Utility e-bike gets first official discount to $1,700 low

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the new Greenworks 80V 20-inch Venture Fat-Tire Utility e-bike for $1,699.99 shipped. Sitting at its $2,200 price tag since it first released at the start of the new year, this is the very first chance to save on this model that we have seen anywhere – including over at Amazon, where we’ve only seen two discounts on this new line of EVs, but on the 26-inch All-Terrain Fat-Tire Mountain e-bike. You’re getting a solid $500 markdown here that sets a new all-time low going forward and even beats Greenworks’ website where it is still listed at its MSRP.

This e-bike from Greenworks’ new e-transportation line comes stocked with a 750W brushless rear hub motor alongside a removable 80V 4.0Ah battery and three levels of pedal assistance supported by a torque sensor. It tops out at speeds of 20 MPH for up to 22 miles, but can be fully recharged in a convenient 40-to 60-minute timeframe. Its important to note here that the 4.0Ah battery is not just confined to serving the e-bike’s power needs, but is also compatible with 75+ other tools within the company’s 80V ecosystem, allowing you to swap in other batteries you may already have for extended riding times or use this bike’s battery for jobs around your home.

Among its features you’ll find a 7-speed Shimano gear-shift system, 26-inch by 4-inch Kenda fat tires, dual mechanical disc brakes, an IPX4 waterproof rating, a high-intensity LED headlight, and a digital LCD display that gives you real-time performance data alongside typical setting controls – including Bluetooth connection for further personalization and tracking your travels.

NIU KQi3 Pro Foldable Electric Scooter within post for MOD Easy 3 e-bike

NIU’s KQi3 Pro Foldable Electric Scooter hits new $480 low

The official NIU Amazon storefront is offering the best deal to date on its NIU KQi3 Pro Foldable Electric Scooter for $479.98 shipped, after clipping the on-page $120 off coupon. Already down from its normal $799 price tag, this particular model has only seen a handful of discounts since the new year began, mostly in one-day deals from Best Buy down to $600. Coming in today as a massive, combined 40% markdown, you’re looking at a solid $319 in savings at the all-time lowest price we have tracked – beating out its former $599 Black Friday low for the title. This is a limited-time deal, so keep in mind that there’s no telling how long it will remain live, if you were planning to sleep on the decision.

The NIU KQi3 Pro offers an affordable, longer-than-normal-commuting solution of 31 miles on a single charge at 20 MPH top speeds, matching or coming near many popular e-bike models that go for more. It sports a 350W rear drive motor and a 48V battery that can handle 20% inclines together, as well as wider 21-inch handlebars and 9.5-inch rubber pneumatic tires. Its triple braking system gives you superior stopping power, with braking lights on its backside and a bright Halo headlight for evening or night time cruises, ensuring a safer journey. You’ll also get complete smart controls through the NIU app, letting you monitor or adjust settings, but more importantly it allows for the scooter to be locked for added security.

Amazon also has the NIU KQi3 Max Foldable Electric Scooter discounted as well, from its usual $999 price down to $700. The big upgrades on this model, compared to its predecessor above, is the increase from a 31-mile range to a 40-mile range on a single charge, and a slight bump up in speed, topping off at a maximum 23.6 MPH. The other big difference is the inclusion of self-healing tires that are able to seal themselves if and when punctured, giving you a more worry-free ride.

Summer e-bike deals!

Jackery Explorer 240 v2 Portable Power Station within post for MOD Easy 3 e-bike

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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Baidu- and Geely-backed JiYue brand unveils ROBO X EV that goes 0-100 km/h in under 1.9 sec

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Baidu- and Geely-backed JiYue brand unveils ROBO X EV that goes 0-100 km/h in under 1.9 sec

JiYue ROBO X

JiYue, a Chinese EV brand focused on delivering all-electric “robocars” to the masses, has unveiled its latest model, and it’s quite a deviation from its previous EVs—but in the best way. Earlier today, JiYue launched the ROBO X supercar, designed for high-speed racing. By high speed, we mean 0-100 km/h acceleration in under 1.9 seconds. My mouth is watering.

JiYue has only existed since 2021, when parent tech company Baidu announced it was expanding from software development into physical EV production, joining forces with multinational automotive manufacturer Geely.

The new “robotic EV” marque initially launched as JIDU with $300 million in startup capital before garnering an additional $400 million in Series A funding, led by Baidu, in January 2022.

In August 2023, Geely took on a larger role in JIDU alongside a greater financial stake as the brand reimagined itself as JiYue, inheriting the JIDU logo and its flagship model, the 01 ROBOCAR.

In December 2023, Baidu and Geely unveiled a second model called the JiYue 07. It was born from JIDU’s ROBO-02 concept, which debuted in 2023 and was designed to compete against the Tesla Model 3 in China.

The 07 finally launched in China earlier this year with 545 miles of range. With an all-electric SUV and sedan on the market, JiYue has unveiled an exciting new entry in the form of a performance supercar called the ROBO X. Check it out:

JiYue’s new ROBO X EV is available for pre-order now

JiYue showcased its new ROBO X hypercar in front of the crowd at the 2024 Guangzhou Auto Show earlier today. Similar to previous models but with a unique spin, JiYue described the ROBO X as an AI smart-driving supercar that, for the first time, blends artificial intelligence and autonomous driving into a high-performance, race-ready EV.

When we say “high performance,” we mean a quad motor liquid-cooled drive system that can propel the ROBO X from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in under 1.9 seconds. JiYue called the new ROBO X a “performance beast” with “the perfect balance of excellent aerodynamic performance and high downforce.” JiYue CEO Joe Xia was even bolder in his statements about the ROBO X:

For the next 20 years, the design of supercars will bear the shadow of Robo X. This is the best design in the history of Chinese automobiles today, and it is a landmark presence.

Fighter-style airflow ducts bolster the EV’s aerodynamics, efficiency, and overall posture. Per JiYue, the two-seater ROBO X is expected to deliver a maximum range of over 650 km (404 miles).

The new supercar features falcon-wing doors, a carbon fiber integrated frame, and a professional racing HALO safety system offering 360° of support. The interior features an AI smart cockpit with SIMO real-time feedback to give drivers an immersive racing experience.

Furthermore, JiYue said the vehicle will utilize parent company Baidu’s Apollo self-driving technology, which could make it the first electric supercar to apply pure-vision ADAS technology that enables track-level autonomous driving.

Following today’s unveiling of the ROBO X, JiYue has officially opened up pre-orders in China for RMB 49,999 ($6,915). That said, reservation holders will need to be patient as JiYue shared that it doesn’t expect to begin mass production of the ROBO X until 2027.

What do you think? Will people be talking about the ROBO X for the next 20 years?

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Wheel-E Podcast: Solar moped, XPedition 2.0, LiveWire scooter, more

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Wheel-E Podcast by Electrek

This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes the launch of the Lectric XPedition 2.0, Yamaha e-bikes pulling out of North America, LiveWire unveils an electric scooter concept, PNY readying its cargo e-scooters for pilot testing, Royal Enfield’s first electric motorcycle, and more.

The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

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Crude oil heads to weekly loss as looming surplus depresses market

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Crude oil heads to weekly loss as looming surplus depresses market

Market Navigator: Crude oil under pressure

Crude oil futures were on pace Friday for loss for the week, as a supply gut and a strong dollar depresses the market.

U.S. crude oil is down more than 2% this week, while Brent has shed nearly 2%.

Here are Friday’s energy prices:

  • West Texas Intermediate December contract: $68.56 per barrel, down 14 cents, or 0.2%. Year to date, U.S. crude oil has shed about 4%.
  • Brent January contract: $72.36 per barrel, down 20 cents, or 0.28%. Year to date, the global benchmark has lost nearly 6%.
  • RBOB Gasoline December contract:  $1.99 per gallon, up 0.46%. Year to date, gasoline has fallen more than 1%.
  • Natural Gas December contract: $2.70 per thousand cubic feet, down 2.98%. Year to date, gas has gained more than 4%.

The International Energy Agency has forecast a surplus of more than 1 million barrels per day in 2025 on robust production in the U.S. OPEC revised down its demand forecast for the fourth consecutive month as demand in China remains soft.

A strong dollar also hangs over the market, as the greenback has surged in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory.

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