Rad Power is has extended some of its August Promo 2 savings through to August 20, switching out the RadRunner 2 for its predecessor the RadRunner Plus and even adding more extra battery offers to the mix. One of the biggest moves we’ve seen with these new offers though is a permanent $600 markdown on the RadRover 6 Plus High-Step e-bike to $999 shipped for as long as supplies last. Normally going for $1,599 before the brand began clearing it out, we’ve been seeing it for the last few months keeping to a $1,099 clearance rate, but today we’re getting a better price cut then we’ve ever seen to a new (and likely the final) all-time low price. You can learn more about this model by heading below the fold or checking out our hands-on review.
Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus tops out at a 20 MPH speed and travels up to 45 miles on a single charge due to the combination of its 750W brushless geared hub motor working alongside the semi-integrated 672Wh battery and supported by its five levels of pedal assistance. It’s perfectly ready to take the roads less travelled with you thanks to its water-resistant connectors and wiring harness. You’ll also find it comes stocked with a 7-speed Shimano derailleur, fenders over both wheels, Kenda Juggernaut puncture-resistant tires, a half-twist throttle for pure-electric cruising, and a LCD display for real-time performance data. This e-bike’s Step-Thru model has been dropped down to a $1,399 rate and given an extra battery for double the travel distance (90 miles) – just be sure to add both to your cart to get the automatic discount.
Plenty of folks will be happy to hear that the RadCity 5 Plus Commuter e-bike is keeping at $1,499 with the same free semi-integrated extra battery offer to double its range from 50+ to 100+ miles on a single charge. It reaches the same 20 MPH top speed as most of the brand’s other models and also comes with other features like a water-resistant wiring harness, integrated taillight with brake light functionality, a standard LED headlight, fenders for both wheels, an integrated rear storage rack, and a backlit LCD display. Like the above model, add both the e-bike and this extra battery into your cart for the discount.
Anker SOLIX F2000 bundle delivers 4,096Wh capacity, 400W panel, and free EverFrost cooler at $2,699 low
Anker has its Fan Fest Mega Sale going through August 25 that is offering up to 50% discounts on a collection of power stations, bundles, and accessories. Those of you who are registered members (with sign-ups being free and taking seconds) will be able to benefit from the five bonus deals at the bottom of this landing page that are offering some truly massive packages and/or discounts, but only for a few days more! A notable inclusion here that is perfect for any regular campers and nomadic spirits is the SOLIX F2000 Portable Power Station that is bundled with an expansion battery and a 400W solar panel for $2,699 shipped – plus, along with your purchase you’ll be getting an EverFrost 40 Portable Electric Cooler for free (valued at $849). Normally this bundle would run you $4,347 (without the cooler), but you’re looking at a massive $1,648 markdown that drops it lower than ever before, and with the cooler’s price thrown in, you’re looking at a massive $2,497 in savings too.
Normally boasting a 2,048Wh capacity, the SOLIX F2000 with this bundle will deliver a doubled 4,096Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity and 2,400W of power output. It’s able to recharge from 0 to 80% in up to 1.4 hours when plugged into a standard wall outlet, and as quick as 2.5 hours when utilizing its full 1,000W solar input maximum (with the 400W panel you’re looking at around five to six hours to recharge). It features a power saving mode paired with smart AC ports that allow the station to enter energy conservation mode that extends its lifespan and prevents power waste. It also offers 12 output ports to cover all your power needs: four AC ports, three USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, two car ports, and an exclusive RV port.
With the included EverFrost 43L battery-powered cooler you’ll be able to keep food and drinks cold and crisp for up to 35 hours (and you’ll never need ice to do it). It has a 299Wh personal capacity with a 100W solar input for solar charging too, as well as two USB-A ports and a USB-C port so it can double as a device charger when the above power station isn’t available.
Anker Fan Fest Mega Sale member discounts (sign-up is free):
Hiboy launches new EX7 Full Suspension All-Terrain e-bike with $600 discount during Back to School sale
Hiboy has a Back to School sale that is taking up to 50% off a large selection of the brand’s e-bikes and e-scooters. Among the models offered in this sale, we’re getting our first chance to save on Hiboy’s new EX7 Full Suspension All-Terrain e-bike for $1,399.99 shipped. It’s been set at a regular MSRP of $2,000, with today’s launch deal amounting to a 30% markdown, giving you $600 off its going rate in order to set the all-time low going forward.
The new EX7 e-bike arrives out of Hiboy’s garage ready to tackle long-distance journeys with a 750W High-Speed Brushless Geared Motor (peaking at 1,000W) paired with a removable waterproof 18Ah battery. There are several levels of pedal assistance here in order to reach up to 75 miles of travel range on a single charge – which drops down to a still impressive 43.5 mile maximum using only the pure electric throttle (which drops more if you’re flying around at full speed and not a lower setting). It is a class 3 e-bike though, meaning you’ll be able to top out at speeds of 28 MPH.
In order to offer a smoother ride on an all-terrain design, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that this e-bike has been given full suspension and 4-inch fat tires to deliver better grip and traction no matter what kind of surface or terrain you’re traversing. It comes with a few other features to assist you on your adventures, like the rear cargo rack that has a 110-pound weight capacity, an extra-wide and thickened seat for added shock absorption, a Shimano 7-speed gear system, an IPX4 splash-waterproof rating, and a 3.5-inch color LCD display for monitoring and adjusting settings during your ride.
Lectric XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes with $148 in free gear (pre-order): $999 (Reg. $1,245)
Lectric XP Lite 2.0 e-bikes with $148 in free gear (pre-order): $799 (Reg. $947)
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.
Portable power station specialist EcoFlow is kicking off its third annual Member’s Festival this month and is offering a unique new rewards program to those who become EcoFlow members. The 2025 EcoFlow Member’s Festival will offer savings of up to 65% for its participating customers, and a portion of those funds will be allocated toward rescue power solutions for communities around the globe through the company’s “Power for All” fund.
EcoFlow remains one of the industry leaders in portable power solutions and continues to trek forward in its vision to power a new tech-driven, eco-conscious future. Per its website:
Our mission from day one is to provide smart and eco-friendly energy solutions for individuals, families, and society at large. We are, were, and will continue to be a reliable and trusted energy companion for users around the world.
To achieve such goals, EcoFlow has continued to expand its portfolio of sustainable energy solutions to its community members, including portable power stations, solar generators, and mountable solar panels. While EcoFlow is doing plenty to support its growing customer base, it has expanded its reach by giving back to disaster-affected communities by helping bolster global disaster response efforts the best way it knows how– with portable power solutions.
Source: EcoFlow
EcoFlow and its members look to provide “Power for All”
Since 2023, EcoFlow has collaborated with organizations worldwide as part of its “Power for All” mission. This initiative aims to ensure access to reliable and timely power to disaster-affected communities across the globe, including rescue agencies, affected hospitals, and shelters, to support rescue and recovery efforts.
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This fund most recently provided aid for communities affected by the recent Los Angeles wildfires, assistance to the Special Forces Charitable Trust (SFCT) in North Carolina following severe hurricanes, and support for non-profits engaged in hurricane preparedness in Florida and the Gulf Coast. Per Jodi Burns, CEO of the Special Forces Charitable Trust:
In the wake of devastating storms in Western North Carolina, reliable power was a critical need for the families we serve. Thanks to EcoFlow’s generous donation of generators, we were able to provide immediate relief, ensuring these families and their communities had access to power when they needed it most. We are so impressed with EcoFlow’s commitment to disaster response through their ‘Power for All’ program. It has made a tangible impact, and we are deeply grateful for their support and partnership in helping these families recover and rebuild.
In 2024, the US experienced 27 weather and climate events, each causing losses exceeding $1 billion, marking the second-highest annual total on record, according to National Centers for Environmental Information. The increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters underscore the critical need for reliable and timely power solutions during emergencies, much like EcoFlow and its members are helping provide through the “Power For All” initiative.
To support new and existing EcoFlow members, the company is celebrating its third annual Member’s Festival throughout April to offer a do-not-miss discount on its products and donate a portion of all sales to the “Power for All” fund to provide rescue power to those in need in the future. Learn how it all works below.
Source: EcoFlow
Save big and give back during the 2025 Member’s Festival
As of April 1st, you can now sign up to become an EcoFlow member to participate in the company’s exclusive 2025 Member Festival.
As a member, you can earn “EcoFlow Power Points” by completing tasks like registration, referrals, and product purchases and tracking your individual efforts toward disaster preparedness and recovery.
Beginning April 4, EcoFlow members will also be able to take advantage of exclusive discounts of up to 65% off select portable power stations, including the DELTA Pro Ultra, DELTA Pro 3, DELTA 2 Max, DELTA 3 Plus, RIVER 3 Plus, and more. However, these sale prices only last through April 25, so you’ll want to move quickly!
Click here to learn more about EcoFlow’s “Power for All” campaign. To register for EcoFlow’s 2025 Member Festival in the US, visit the EcoFlow website. To register as a member in Canada, visit here.
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Tesla is losing another top talent: its long-time head of software, David Lau, has reportedly told co-workers that he is exiting the automaker.
Tesla changed how the entire auto industry looks at software.
Before Tesla, it was an afterthought; user interfaces were rudimentary, and you had to go to a dealership to get a software update on your systems.
When Tesla launched the Model S in 2012, it all changed. Your car would get better through software updates like your phone, the large center display was responsive with a UI that actually made sense and was closer to an iPad experience than a car.
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Tesla also integrated its software into its retail experience, service, and manufacturing.
David Lau deserves a lot of the credit for that.
He joined Tesla in 2012 as a senior manager of firmware engineering and quickly rose through the ranks. By 2014, he was promoted to director of firmware engineering and system integration, and in 2017, he became Vice President of software.
Lau listed the responsibilities of his team on his LinkedIn:
Vehicle Software:
Firmware for the powertrain, traction/stability control, HV electronics, battery management, and body control systems
UI software and underlying Embedded Linux platforms
Navigation and routing
iOS and Android Mobile apps
Distributed Systems:
Server-side software and infrastructure that provides telemetry, diagnostics, over-the-air updates, and configuration/lifecycle management
Data engineering and analytics platforms that power technical and business insights for an increasingly diverse set of customers across the company
Diagnostic tools and fleet management, Manufacturing and Automation:
Automation controls (PLC, robot)
Server-side manufacturing execution systems that power all of Tesla’s production operations
Product Security and Red Team for software, services, and systems across Tesla
Bloomberg reported today that Lau told his team he is leaving Tesla. The report didn’t include reasons for his stepping down.
Electrek’s Take
Twelve years at any company is a great run. At Tesla, it’s heroic. Congrats, David, on a great run. You undoubtedly had a significant impact on Tesla and software advancements in the broader auto industry.
He is another significant loss for Tesla, which has been losing a lot of top talent following a big wave of layoffs around this time last year.
I wonder who will take over. Michael Rizkalla, senior director of software engineering and vehicle firmware, is one of the most senior software engineers after Lau. He has been at Tesla for 7 years, and Tesla likes to promote within rather than hire outsiders.
There are also a lot of senior software execs working on AI at Tesla. Musk has been favoring them lately and he could fold Lau’s responsibilities under them.
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Kia’s electric SUVs are taking over. The EV3 is the best-selling retail EV in the UK this year, giving Kia its strongest sales start since it arrived 34 years ago. And it’s not just in the UK. Kia just had its best first quarter globally since it started selling cars in 1962.
Kia EV3 is the best-selling EV in the UK through March
In March, Kia sold a record nearly 20,000 vehicles in the UK, making it the fourth best-selling brand. It was also the second top-seller of electrified vehicles (EVs, PHEVs, and HEVs), accounting for over 55% of sales.
The EV3 remained the best-selling retail EV in the UK last month. Including the EV6, three-row EV9, and Niro EV, electric vehicles represented 21% of Kia’s UK sales in March.
Kia said the EV3 “started with a bang” in January, darting out as the UK’s most popular EV in retail sales. Through March, Kia’s electric SUV has held on to the crown. With the EV3 rolling out, Kia sold over 7,000 electric cars through March, nearly 50% more than in Q1 2024.
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The EV3 was the best-selling retail EV in the UK in the first quarter and the fourth best-selling EV overall, including commercial vehicles.
Kia EV3 Air 91.48 kWh in Frost Blue (Source: Kia UK)
Starting at £33,005 ($42,500), Kia said it’s the “brand’s most affordable EV yet.” It’s available with two battery packs, 58.3 kWh or 81.48 kWh, good for 430 km (270 miles) and 599 km (375 miles) of WLTP range, respectively.
From left to right: Kia EV6, EV3, and EV9 (Source: Kia UK)
With new EVs on the way, this could be just the start. Kia is launching several new EVs in the UK this year, including the EV4 sedan (and hatchback) and EV5 SUV. It also confirmed that the first PV5 electric vans will be delivered to customers by the end of the year.
Electrek’s Take
Globally, Kia sold a record 772,351 vehicles in the first quarter, its best since it started selling cars in 1962. With the new EV4, the brand’s first electric sedan and hatchback, launching this year, Kia looks to build on its momentum in 2025.
Kia has also made it very clear that it wants to be a global leader in the electric van market with its new Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) business, starting with the PV5 later this year.
Earlier today, we learned Kia’s midsize electric SUV, the EV5, is the fourth best-selling EV in Australia through March, outselling every BYD vehicle (at least for now). The EV5 is rolling out to new markets this year, including Canada, the UK, South Korea, and Mexico. However, it will not arrive in the US.
For those in the US, there are still a few Kia EVs to look forward to. Kia is launching the EV4 globally, including in the US, later this year. Although no date has been set, Kia confirmed the EV3 is also coming. It’s expected to arrive in mid-2026.
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