Connect with us

Published

5 hours ago

on

For today’s Green Deals we have two different EV sales for e-bike and e-scooter enthusiats, starting with Velotric’s latest which has dropped its T1 ST Plus e-bike to $1,299 while also throwing in $125 in free gear. Right beside it is NIU’s fall sale taking 51% off KQi-series e-scooters, with the KQi3 Pro Electric Kick Scooter down at $599. Anker’s SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus Portable Power Stations start from $449, with plenty of great bundle deals available too. We also have two one-day Greenworks discounts on the Pro 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer at $298, with a bonus bundle deal available, while the 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel is down at $245. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ENGWE e-bike sale or Jackery’s new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station returning to its $999 low, and more.

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 ST Plus e-bike with Apple Find My drops to $1,299 and gets $125 in free gear

Velotric has launched a promotional sale that is taking up to $500 off e-bikes and giving away up to $156 in free gear. Among the offers, one of the best deals for commuters is Velotric’s T1 ST Plus e-bike that is down at $1,299 shipped and comes with $125 in free gear. It normally goes for $1,549 most days, with the biggest discount we’ve seen in 2024 dropping costs to the $1,099 low back in May. More recently its been keeping between $1,299 and $1,349 during these sales, with the former returning this time around with a solid $250 slashed from the tag. Along with the e-bike, you’ll also be getting a free rear cargo rack, a T-shirt, and a sticker pack to colorfully accentuate your style – with the cash savings combined for a total of $375. Learn more about this model by heading below or reading through our review.

Velotric’s T1 ST Plus e-bike provides some significant features to support urban commuters and highly active cyclists, especially. The 350W motor (peaking at 600W) alongside its 36V battery provides top speeds of 20 MPH (which can be unlocked to 25 MPH) for up to 52 miles – and it all weighs in at just 39 pounds making it a manageable model for apartment building lifestyles. Its five levels of pedal assistance come supported by a torque sensor, which is a bonus on top of its immediate specs, but also comes with a bunch more features that truly make this model shine. You’ll find a SHIMANO 8-speed derailleur, an integrated LED auto-headlight, double hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-resistant tires, an IPX6 waterproof rating, and a 3.5-inch LCD display with USB charging for your personal device. On top of all this, it also provides a walk mode for assistance up steep hillsides, as well as Apple Find My capabilities.

More Velotric e-bike discounts:

  • Discover 1 Plus Step-Thru e-bike: $1,199 (Reg. $1,599)
    • 28 MPH for up to 65 miles
    • with free suspension seatpost 2.0
  • Fold 1 Step-Thru e-bike: $1,199 (Reg. $1,399)
    • 28 MPH for up to 55 miles
    • with free suspension seatpost 2.0
  • Nomad 1 Plus Step-Thru e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,799)
    • 28 MPH for up to 55 miles
    • with free suspension seatpost 2.0
  • Discover 2 e-bike: $1,899 (no price reduction)
    • 28 MPH for up to 75 miles
    • with free suspension seatpost 2.0, T-shirt, and sticker pack
  • Summit 1 e-bike: $1,999 (no price reduction)
    • 28 MPH for up to 70 miles
    • with free suspension seatpost 2.0, T-shirt, and sticker pack
Velotric T1 ST e-bike

NIU’s fall sale takes up to 51% off its lineup of KQi-series e-scooters starting from $180

NIU has an ongoing fall sale that is taking up to 51% off a lineup of electric scooters through October 20. A notable standout that provides an above-average commuting solution at an affordable rate is the brand’s KQi3 Pro Electric Kick Scooter which is down at $599 shipped. Normally this model spends most of the time sitting at its $799 price tag, we saw it hit its lowest price to date back in May at the start of summer when it fell to the $549 low, which we haven’t seen again since. Today, you can score it at its second-best rate that we have tracked, slashing a solid $200 off the tag and adding a reliable commuter to your travel needs with significant savings.

If you’re looking for a commuter that boasts a longer-than-average travel distance at an affordable rate, then the NIU KQi3 Pro should definitely be considered. You’ll be able to travel up to 31 miles on a single charge here at top speeds of 20 MPH, which starts approaching e-bike mileage rates at far less cost. The 350W rear drive motor comes powered by a 48V battery, which also provides enough power to conquer 20% inclines without concern. It’s been given wider 21-inch handlebars alongside 9.5-inch rubber pneumatic tires for added comfort while riding, at the same time the triple braking system, brake lights on its backside, and the Halo headlight provide increased stopping assurance and safety – especially at night. With the companion app, you’ll get the usual smart controls, as well as the additional security features to lock and unlock your scooter.

More NIU fall sale discounts:

Velotric T1 ST e-bike

The official Anker Amazon storefront is offering its SOLIX C800 Portable Power Station for $449 shipped, after clipping the on-page $150 off coupon. Usually fetching $599, we’ve been seeing a steady stream of discounts on this model and its upgraded version throughout 2024 which often bring costs down around $449, but we have seen the costs go further to a new $399 low on rare occasions that started back in September. Today, you can land this campsite companion at its second-lowest price that we have tracked, saving you a solid $150, which can also be found matching directly from Anker’s website too.

Anker’s SOLIX C800 provides solid campsite support with a reliable 768Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity and power output that can reach up to 1,600W. It has 10 port options to plug in your devices and appliances, with a single car port, two USB-C, two USB-As, and five ACs, complete with smart controls through its companion app to monitor and adjust settings from afar. Recharging its battery can take just 58 minutes when you plug it into a standard wall outlet, or there’s also the option to hook up to 300W of solar input to take advantage of its solar charging capabilities. It also provides some convenient on-board storage that you can use as you see fit, with added gear being included by instead purchasing its upgraded Plus model. You can bundle this model with a 100W solar panel for $649, down from $898, or bump things up to a 200W solar panel for $878, down from $1,098.

The C800 Plus is also discounted to its second-lowest price of $499, after clipping the on-page $150 off coupon. The extra $50 on this model gives you two water-resistant LED camping lights that deliver three different lighting modes and will perfectly store away inside the onboard storage space at the top of the unit. These lights also include a retractable pole arm too, which provides versatility to use as a hanger, tripod, or even a selfie stick. You have two bundle options here too, with it coming alongside a 100W solar panel for $819, down from $948, or a 200W solar panel for $849, down from $1,148.

greenworks pro 3,000 PSI electric pressure washer

Greenworks’ pro-tier 3,000 PSI electric pressure washer falls to $298 for today only

Courtesy of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks Pro 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer for $297.99 shipped. Normally priced at $450, we’ve mainly seen discounts come in the form of these one-day sales, the biggest of which took costs down to the $290 low back at the beginning of September, repeating again just a few days later. Aside from those, prices have mainly been kept above $300, with today’s deal coming in as a 34% markdown that drops it under its usual trend to the third-lowest price we have tracked – just $8 above the all-time low.

There’s a bonus bundle deal that goes right along with the pressure washer as Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 15-inch Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner Attachment starting at $55, down from $80. The savings can continue by adding both to your cart, dropping costs down to $41.24 automatically. It comes with an easy quick-connect feature for fast and easy attachment, providing dual cleaning nozzles on its underside to increase any pressure washer’s cleaning power (rated for models up to 3,100 PSI).

Sporting a much heavier-duty frame than many of the other pressure washer models under the Greenworks flag, this pro-tier model is also one of the more powerful ones, delivering a maximum 3,000 PSI with a 1.1 to 2.0 GPM flow rate thanks to the 14A TRUBRUSHLESS motor. You’ll also be getting a nice variety of nozzles for wider versatility, which you can store away into their own dedicated on-board space, as well as 25 feet of non-marring hose, and an integrated detergent tank for increased cleaning power. There’s also the brand’s Total Stop System that provides more efficiency while saving you money and extending the pump’s lifespan by cutting it off once you’ve let go of the wand’s trigger.

greenworks 80V 12-inch cordless electric snow shovel

Clear 12-inch paths up to 6 inches deep with this Greenworks 80V cordless electric snow shovel at $245

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel for $244.99 shipped through the rest of the day. Normally fetching $350, this handy snow-clearing device ended 2023 at its $200 low from Christmas sales, with prices returning to their full rate in 2024 and only seeing drops to $339 until recently. It dropped costs to $300 at the end of summer, but today you’re looking at the best price we’ve seen in 2024 so far, marked down by 30% and saving you $105 as you prep for winter’s arrival. You’ll also find it matching in price over at Amazon.

With the snowier season closing in on us (and it already beginning for certain northern states), you won’t be caught off guard by sudden snowfall with this electric snow shovel from Greenworks. Its 80V brushless motor will allow you to clear 12-inch wide paths through the powder at up to six inches deep – discharging the excess up to 25 feet away. It’s been given a lightweight and ergonomic design for more effortless and comfortable use, with a lock-out button to prevent accidental starting once your fingers start going stiff after a prolonged time out in the cold. The 2.0Ah battery here is not only compatible across Greenworks’ ecosystem, but it also provides a 45-minute runtime for every 30 minutes plugged into the included charger.

Fall e-bike deals!

Velotric T1 ST e-bike

Best 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.

FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Environment

Ford’s reborn Capri EV now en route to first customers in Europe

Published

2 hours ago

on

October 16, 2024

By

Ford's reborn Capri EV now en route to first customers in Europe

Ford's-new-Capri-EV

The legend is back for the first time in nearly four decades. Ford’s new Capri EV is headed to the first customers across Europe. Following the electric Explorer, the new Capri is Ford’s second EV based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform.

Ford unveiled the all-electric Capri in July, claiming the “legend” is being revived. A little over three months later, the electric sports crossover is on its way to dealerships across Europe.

The first electric Capri models left Ford’s Cologne EV Center in Germany and are headed to customers.

Ford said the new Capri was designed to “inject some would in the world of electric vehicles.” It’s an all-electric twist on a cult classic. Almost 200,000 customers have created their Capri models on Ford’s website.

The most popular color option was Vivid Yellow, with 24% opting for the modern take on the classic Capri’s Daytona Yellow.

According to Ford, over 50% chose the Capri Premium model, which gains Dynamic LED headlights, a 10-speaker B&O sound system, 20-inch alloy wheels, and more.

Ford's-new-Capri-EV
The all-electric Ford Capri (Source: Ford)

With nearly 400 miles (627 km) WLTP range, the Capri EV can drive from Cologne to London on a single charge.

Meet Ford’s new Capri EV, a legend reborn

“Our new all-electric Capri is the car the iconic sports coupe was destined to become,” Ford Europe’s EV leader, Jon Williams, said.

The Capri’s return has been “well worth the wait,” Williams explained, adding, “We couldn’t be more excited to see a new generation about to experience the style and swagger that made Capri such a legend.”

Ford-Capri-EV
The electric Ford Capri (Source: Ford)

Ford’s electric sports coupe is available in Capri and Capri Premium. Powered by a 77 kWh battery, the RWD Capri EV has a driving range of up to 390 miles (627 km) in Europe.

The Premium model, with a larger 79 kWh battery and AWD powertrain, has a WLTP driving range of up to 368 miles (592 km).

Ford-Capri-EV-interior
Ford Capri EV interior (Source: Ford)

All models come with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The system includes 12 ultrasonic sensors, five cameras, and three radars.

Inside, you will find an adjustable 14.6″ infotainment screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support. It also features a wrap-around cockpit and sculpted sports seats for a racecar-like feel.

Range
(WLTP)		 Starting Price
(Germany)
Ford Capri EV (RWD) 390 miles (627 km) $48,800 (€44,950)
Ford Capri EV Premium (AWD) 368 miles (592 km) $52,300 (€48,650)
Ford Capri EV price and range by trim

At 4,634 mm long, 2,063 mm wide, and 1,626 mm tall, the new Ford Capri EV is similar to the Volkswagen ID.5 (4,599 mm long, 1,852 mm wide, 1,603 mm tall). From the side, it looks very similar to the Polestar 2.

The new Capri EV starts at $48,800 (€44,950) in Germany, slightly less than the electric Explorer, which costs about $52,700 (€48,500). Meanwhile, the Premium model costs around $52,300 (€48,650).

What do you think of the revived cult classic? Would you buy Ford’s new all-electric Capri? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.

Continue Reading

Environment

GM Ventures invests $10M in Forge Nano’s game-changing EV battery technology

Published

3 hours ago

on

October 16, 2024

By

GM Ventures invests M in Forge Nano's game-changing EV battery technology

GM Ventures Forge Nano
Photo: Forge Nano

GM Ventures has invested $10 million in materials science company Forge Nano, which makes Atomic Armor, an innovative EV battery technology.

GM and Forge Nano

Capital investment into Forge Nano now exceeds $100 million; GM joins Volkswagen, LG, Hanwha, and Mitsui Kinzoku as shareholders.

GM and Forge Nano have also signed a strategic partnership agreement to use Forge Nano’s proprietary Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technology, Atomic Armor, to develop thin-film coatings to enhance GM’s cathode active materials. Forge Nano will build prototype lithium-ion battery cells at its Colorado headquarters to improve GM’s EV battery performance and lifespan.

Atomic Armor is a surface coating that, when applied to an EV battery, prevents corrosion, strengthens properties, and improves performance. It results in a 20% increase in range and gives the EV battery the ability to fast charge in 10 minutes.

Forge Nano says it plans to use the money to continue to expand its battery material coating business, which includes in-house active material coating services, external equipment sales, and production of Atomic Armor-powered battery cells. It will also expand its footprint in semiconductors.

Forge Battery

Forge Battery is Forge Nano’s manufacturing business, which I visited at the end of September on a press trip arranged by the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina to the state’s Battery Belt.

Forge Battery is currently fitting out a 277,000-square-foot space (pictured above) that it’s leased in Morrisville, North Carolina, where it will manufacture ALD-enabled, high-performance (307 Wh/kg) NMC/Si-G 21700 Li-ion cells. (Forge Battery also has a newly constructed gigafactory in Raleigh, where it’s begun to produce and ship 300 Wh/kg Atomic Armor-powered lithium-ion prototype cells.)

Forge Battery told us its target market includes heavy trucking, offroad vehicles, motorcycles, and defense.

The Morrisville site will have a 1 GWh per year production capability underway in 2026 and will grow to 3 GWh per year by 2029 once it gets the power it needs from utility Duke Energy. Forge Battery’s supply chain will initially be 90% US-sourced, with the goal of a 100% US supply chain by project completion. (The 10% isn’t yet made in the US; that’s sourced from South Korea.)

The US Department of Energy recently awarded Forge Battery $100 million as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and it will use that money to expand its production capacity to 3 GWh/year. When we visited the vast space, which will be made even larger with the new funding, preparations were underway for a press conference the next day where Governor Roy Cooper (D-NC) and US Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm were going to announce the funding officially.

That event had to be canceled due to Hurricane Helene’s impending arrival. We all left early, and at the time, none of us knew how devastating the damage would be to the western part of the state.

Read more: Forge Battery says its 21700 EV batteries fast charge in 10 minutes

Electrek’s Take

When people ask what the Biden administration has been up to over the last few years, Forge Battery is a great example of the mind-blowing domestic clean energy and EV growth the federal government (and the state of North Carolina) is supporting. It’s mind-boggling to think that all of this has happened in just a few short years. Good policy gets real-world results, and it was great to see it in person.

Forge Nano and Forge Battery are creating better-performing EV batteries. These should encourage more people to adopt EVs. They’re also creating direct and indirect jobs in North Carolina and elsewhere. And most importantly, the product they build encourages people to stop burning fossil fuels that warm the earth with emissions and create ever more intense hurricanes like Helene that devastate communities and lives.

If you are in a position to help, the state’s North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund is accepting donations to support the communities most impacted.

FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.

Continue Reading

Environment

Hyundai’s supplier is building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia to conquer European market

Published

4 hours ago

on

October 16, 2024

By

Hyundai's supplier is building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia to conquer European market

Hyundai-EV-plant-Slovakia

Hyundai Motor Group’s supplier, Hyundai Mobis, is investing around $256 million (350 billion won) in building new plants in Slovakia for EV parts. The base will include Hyundai’s first EV power systems production plant in the region, a “key bridgehead for conquering the European electrification market.”

Hyundai Mobis, the “parts and service” unit for Hyundai Motor Group (including Kia and Genesis), is the world’s fifth-largest auto parts maker.

The company supplies parts to automakers outside of Hyundai, including Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz. To support its expansion in the world’s second-largest EV market, Hyundai Mobis announced it’s building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia.

To establish its new production base, Hyundai Mobis will invest a total of around $256 million (350 billion won).

The site is about the size of 14 soccer fields (105,700 sq. ft.) in total. It will include Hyundai’s first power electric (PE) systems production plant in Europe.

Hyundai’s supplier said the goal is to get it up and running in the second half of next year. Once complete, the PE production base can build up to 300,000 PE systems annually. The company is also building a new plant for EV braking systems at its existing Zilina facility.

Hyundai-EV-plant-Slovakia
Hyundai IONIQ 5 “crab walking” with e-Corner tech from Hyundai Mobis (Source: Hyundai Mobis)

Hyundai Mobis is already building EV battery systems (BSA) in the Czech Republic. A new BSA plant is also being built in Spain to supply Volkswagen.

Hyundai Mobis to build new EV parts plant in Slovakia

The PE system integrates the electric motor, inverter, and reducer. Meanwhile, the BSA includes the battery management system, battery pack, and other components for safe, efficient operation. Both are key eV components.

The company announced a “large-scale order” from Volkswagen last year to power its next-gen EVs.

Hyundai-EV-plant-Slovakia
Hyundai Mobis next-gen in-vehicle display (Source: Hyundai Mobis)

Hyundai Mobis said the new EV parts plant in Slovakia is part of its plan to expand its global footprint.

Slovakia is home to leading automakers, including Kia, Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Jaguar Land Rover. The company said its new production base will be a “key bridgehead for conquering the European electrification market.”

Hyundai Mobis said it still expects Europe’s electric vehicle market to “grow steadily” despite several automakers adjusting their EV goals.

Hyundai-EV-plant-Slovakia
Hyundai Mobis rollable vehicle display (Source: Hyundai Mobis)

The company is also expanding its presence in North America with a local battery and PE systems production base, which will open later this year.

As the industry shifts to electric, Hyundai Mobis continues to lead the charge with new innovations in autonomous driving, advanced sensors, parking assist systems, next-gen displays, and infotainment connectivity.

FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.

Continue Reading

Trending