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It’s a day of big-name brand sales we’ve got for today’s Green Deals. Leading the pack is Velotric’s T1 e-bike that is not only discounted by $600, but is being given a free range extender battery (for a total 100-mile range) during the brand’s ongoing Summer Sale for a $1,599 low. It is joined by the second wave of savings in Anker’s Fan Fest Mega Sale that is seeing the SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station bundled along with a 100W solar panel and an EverFrost 30 Portable Electric Cooler for $999, among other great deals. There’s also Hiboy’s S2 Pro Electric Scooter that is back down at its $400 low, with all the other e-scooters that are seeing discounts from the brand’s ongoing Back to School Sale – including a separate one-day deal on the KS4 Pro Foldable Electric Scooter that is down at $380 over at Best Buy. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, like the flagship EGO Power+ 56V 21-Inch Cordless Electric Select Cut XP Lawn Mower that is $102 off or last week’s Rad Power sale that has the RadRover 6 Plus e-bike down at $999, as well as a few free extra battery offers too (ending tonight).

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.

Velotric’s T1 e-bike with extended 100-mile range, Smart+ Hub, and GPS tracking at $1,599 low

Velotric’s sitewide Summer Sale is still going with up to $900 in combined savings – taking up to $600 off e-bikes while also giving away up to $300 in free gear. There are some truly great savings opportunities here to upgrade your commute with like the brand’s Discover 1 Plus Commuter e-bike that you can score at $1,199, but for those who may be craving a little more travel range or a much more lightweight model that’s easier to manage in city environments, you’ll find Velotric’s T1 e-bike down at $1,599 shipped and also coming with a free range extender battery. Down from its usual $2,199 price tag, we’ve been seeing growing discounts on this model since 2024 began, with past sales seeing higher rates up to $1,999, but this sale is offering a much larger $600 markdown back to the lowest price we have tracked – plus, you’re also getting the range extender battery that tacks on an additional 30 miles of travel range and valued at $300 – meaning you’re getting the full extent of this sale’s savings here.

The Velotric T1 e-bike cruises onto the scene with a sleek and wireless design, hitting a top speed of 20 MPH (25 MPH when unlocked) and certainly goes the distance with its 70-mile range (which is extended up to 100 miles thanks to the extender battery). It sports a 350W hub motor that peaks at 600W alongside a 352.8Wh battery, the Velopower E35+ smart drive system, and five levels of pedal assistance, as well as a walk mode – all supported by a 2-side torque sensor. Where this model differs from many others under the brand’s flag is its significantly reduced weight, which clocks in at just 36 pounds, making it a far more manageable option for folks living in apartment buildings and who may have to regularly carry it up stairs.

It comes loaded with a whole bunch of great features too, like an IPX6 water-resistance rating, an integrated light-sensing headlight, a SHIMANO 8-speed derailleur, hydraulic disc brakes, and puncture-resistant tires. It has a simplified control panel that unlocks with your fingerprint, among other smart functions – plus, it’s been given a Smart+ Hub and GPS tracking for extra peace of mind – which you can access through the Velotric app via your smartphone.

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Anker’s SOLIX C800 Plus bundle with EverFrost 30 electric cooler and 100W solar panel at $999

Diving back into Anker’s Fan Fest Mega Sale as the next wave of member deals roll in and gives us some new savings opportunities – alongside the discounts that are already active and available to everyone (up to 50% off discounts). As a quick reminder, it is not only free, but also takes seconds to register as a member to benefit from these member-only prices. One of the notable new inclusions in these exclusive deals is the popular SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station that comes along bundled with a 100W solar panel and an EverFrost 30 Portable Electric Cooler – all for $999 shipped. This package would normally run you $1,747, but you’re getting it here today with a $748 markdown. Even with these three device’s lowest discounted prices that we’ve tracked in the last year alone – they would still add up to almost $200 above this bundle’s current rate, making this quite the opportunity – especially for campers and nomadic spirits in need of some backup power support.

With the C800 Plus, you’ll be getting a reliable 768Wh capacity to cover your device and small appliance’s power needs, with the unit able to deliver up to 1,600W of output power through its five AC ports, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and a car port. Plugging it into a wall outlet can have the battery back to full in just 58 minutes, or with the included 100W panel it’ll be recharged in 15+ hours, depending on conditions. It features two water-resistant LED camping lights that have three modes to choose from: a candlelight mode that covers up to 10m², a flood light mode that covers up to 20m², and a flashlight mode that covers up to 20m² – all of them lasting up to eight hours. These lights are recharged by stowing them back inside the top of the power station’s case, and they even come with a versatile retractable pole arm that can be used as a hanger, tripod, or selfie stick too.

Using the EverFrost 33L battery-powered cooler will keep your food and drinks nice and cold for up to 42 hours, with no ice ever being needed here. It has a 299Wh battery capacity and four ways to recharge – get a full battery in 4 hours with a wall outlet or a car socket, 5.8 hours when charging through its one USB-C ports, or 3.6 hours when plugged up to the 100W solar panel. Alongside the one USB-C port, it also provides two USB-A ports as well, letting the cooler double as a secondary power station of sorts if the C800 Plus isn’t available.

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Hiboy’s Back to School sale is in full swing and still taking up to 50% off a collection of the brand’s popular e-scooters and e-bikes, as well as releasing new models like the EX7 Full Suspension e-bike and the X300 Big-Wheel e-scooter with their own price cuts. We’re also seeing the popular S2 Pro Electric Scooter, one of the brand’s more well known models, down at $399.99 shipped. Normally fetching $736 outside of these sales events, we’ve seen this model bounce around in price over on sites like Amazon, where it often sits somewhere between $650 and $550 – though it is at the same price currently. It comes in at a 46% markdown, giving you $336 in savings and returning costs back to the all-time lowest that we have tracked.

Hiboy’s S2 Pro arrives as one of the most-cited models for folks who are looking for an affordable commuting solution around their towns/cities – while also making great introductions to the world of e-scooters. It sports a 500W peak-rear hub motor paired alongside a 11.6Ah battery with two speed modes in order to provide top speeds of 19 MPH and a maximum travel range of up to 25 miles on a single charge. If 25 miles of travel still seems low to you, consider upping the mileage to 40 miles on a single charge with the S2 MAX for $100 more.

The S2 Pro features both downhill and regenerative breaking for added efficiency and convenience, recharging the battery whenever riders use the brakes or coast down hills. The scooter has been given an IPX4 water-resistance rating, allowing you to worry less about any splashes it might take during your commute – plus, it also has an LED headlight, taillight, and sidelights so you’ll be seen during trips in the darker hours of the day/night. Riders are also given extra peace of mind with its full smart controls via the companion app that include settings adjustments and remote locking of its systems.

Hiboy Back to School e-scooter discounts:

Hiboy e-scooter bundle deals:

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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Peak Energy’s $500M deal will deploy the world’s largest sodium-ion battery system

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Burlingame, California-based Peak Energy just scored a huge win for sodium-ion batteries. The company announced a multi-year deal with utility-scale battery storage developer Jupiter Power to supply up to 4.75 GWh of sodium-ion battery systems between 2027 and 2030.

Under the agreement, Peak will deliver 720 MWh of storage in 2027 – the largest single sodium-ion battery deployment announced so far. The deal also includes an option for an additional 4 GWh of capacity through 2030, bringing the total contract value to more than $500 million.

Sodium-ion vs. lithium-ion

Peak Energy says its sodium-ion batteries degrade less over time and have lower operations and maintenance costs than lithium-ion systems. Because the batteries don’t degrade as quickly, operators don’t need to add more capacity later in a project’s life to maintain performance. They also use a fully passive cooling system that eliminates pumps, fans, and other components used in lithium-ion setups, reducing maintenance and safety risks.

The company claims its grid-scale sodium-ion system uses up to 97% less auxiliary power, offers about 30% better cell degradation performance over 20 years, and comes with a lower total cost of ownership.

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Why this deal matters

The agreement marks a significant step forward for the emerging sodium-ion sector, which has been gaining momentum as a safer and lower-cost alternative to lithium-ion for long-duration and grid-scale energy storage. It also underscores the growing effort to build a domestic sodium-ion battery supply chain in the US.

“From day one, we’ve believed sodium-ion will be the winning technology for grid-scale storage, which is essential to meet rising demand from hyperscalers and AI,” said Landon Mossburg, Peak Energy’s CEO and cofounder. “Deploying the world’s largest sodium-ion energy storage system with one of the nation’s top independent power producers proves that sodium is ready for today and will dominate the future.”

Mike Geier, CTO at Jupiter Power, said the company is “excited to support domestic battery energy storage manufacturing as we continue to increase the deployment of firm, dispatchable energy when and where it’s most needed,” and called Peak’s approach to sodium-ion “a potential game changer for the industry.”

Read more: The US’s first grid-scale sodium-ion battery is now online

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The new 2026 Lexus ES is an upgrade in just about every way [Video]

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Lexus claims the new ES “takes sedan styling, luxury, and refinement to a higher level” with a complete redesign. With the 2026 ES arriving soon, Lexus offered a closer look at the upgrades inside and out.

The new 2026 Lexus ES debuts in EV and hybrid forms

The eighth-gen ES is bringing more than a sharp new style. Lexus overhauled its flagship sedan from the ground up for the 2026 model year, which will include battery electric (BEV) and hybrid (HEV) powertrain options.

Inspired by the radical LF-ZC show car, the 2026 ES has been fully redesigned with what Lexus calls the “Experience Elegance and Electrified Sedan” concept, aimed at further refining the driving experience.

The new design centers on a redesigned “spindle body” that extends from the hood to the bumper. It also features a redesigned grille, replacing the signature Lexus spindle grille as the brand looks for a new identity in the electric era.

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Inside, the new 2026 ES features the latest version of the Lexus Interface multimedia system. The setup includes a 14″ touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 12.3″ driver display cluster.

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The 2026 Lexus ES 350e (Source: Lexus)

Based on the redesigned TNGA GA-K platform, the new ES will be available in battery electric (BEV) and hybrid (HEV) powertrains for the first time.

The 2026 Lexus ES lineup consists of two models: the ES 350e, a front-wheel-drive (FWD) model, and the ES 500e, an all-wheel-drive (AWD) model.

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The 2026 Lexus ES 350e interior (Source: Lexus)

Lexus expects the ES 350e to have a driving range of 300 miles when fitted with 19″ wheels, while the ES 500e has an estimated driving range of 250 miles.

Both the ES 350e and 500e feature a built-in NACS port to recharge at Tesla Superchargers. Using DC fast charging, it can recharge from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes under “ideal conditions,” according to Lexus.

With its debut just around the corner, Lexus offered a closer look at the new 2026 ES inside and out in a new video.

Lexus has yet to announce prices, but the redesigned ES is expected to start at about $45,000 to $50,000, or slightly more than the outgoing model.

After launching the upgraded RZ earlier this month, Lexus said the ES would be next. It’s expected to go on sale in Spring 2026.

What do you think of the redesigned 2026 ES? Do you like the new Lexus design? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.


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Tesla launches new Model Y+ with 510 miles (821 km) of range

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Tesla has launched a new version of the Model Y in China, and it’s achieving an impressive new range rating – thanks to a new battery cell from South Korea’s LG.

The new variant, a five-seat, rear-wheel drive long-range model, has been released with an 821-km range based on China’s CLTC standard.

While the CLTC rating is known to be optimistic, 821 km (about 510 miles) is an impressive number and the longest range Tesla has offered in its Model Y lineup to date, which is going to help it be more competitive in the Chinese market.

This new extended range Model Y version is made possible by using the 78.4-kWh ternary lithium-ion battery pack from LG Energy Solution, the same pack found in the also recently launched 830-km range Model 3 variant.

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The new long-range RWD Model Y starts at RMB 288,500, which translates to just over $40,500 USD.

The launch comes at a critical time for Tesla in China, which has seen its sales slump in recent months. The automaker recorded its lowest monthly sales in October since November 2022, falling out of the top 10 list for new energy vehicle (NEV) sales.

That’s despite a continued surge in electric vehicle sales in China. Tesla is not benefiting from it amid strong competition.

According to local Chinese media reports, the new 821-km Model Y is already gaining traction with some anecdotal reports of enthusiasm at Tesla stores.

The reports are partly supported by Tesla quickly extending delivery timelines from 2-4 weeks to 4-6 weeks just hours after launch.

Electrek’s Take

I think this is going to be suitable for a decent short-term bump in demand, but it’s still on the expensive side for the Chinese market.

For example, now the Model Y beats the Xpeng G6’s max range of 755 km, but the G6 with this range costs 234,900 RMB (approximately $32,900 USD), which is significantly cheaper.

Every 10,000 RMB tranche lower means a lot more demand in China.

Tesla needs to launch its new “standard” versions to start making a difference with demand long term in China.


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