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We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with a focus on Lectric’s XPedition Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike, including the limited-edition pink colorway, which is getting $455 in free gear at $1,699. We also spotted the GE Profile Smart Combo Electric Washer & Ventless Heat Pump Dryer that is back down in price at $2,200. We also have some of the lowest prices on Worx’s Landroid Robotic Lawn Mowers that are starting from $560, as well as Anker’s Halloween sale that has dropped its SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus Portable Power Stations back to their lowest prices starting from $399. Plus, all the best hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage.

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.

Lectric’s XPedition dual-battery e-bike provides cargo-hauling support up to 150 miles at $1,699 ($455 in free gear)

Heading back over to Lectric’s autumn sale, there’s still time to score the brand’s XPedition Dual-Battery Cargo e-bikes with $455 in free gear, including the limited-edition pink colorway for $1,699 shipped, which would normally cost you $2,154 in total. Along with a reliable and long-distance commuter solution, you’ll be getting all you need to maximize its cargo-hauling capabilities, with the bundle including rear-rack running boards and plush cushions for cargo and passengers, two XL pannier bags, an orbitor basket, and a 6L frame bag. You can learn more about the e-bike below, or check out our hands-on review.

Lectric’s XPedition Cargo e-bike is one of the best cargo-hauling models on the market at a significantly lower price than you’d expect, making it an affordable purchase for folks hoping to cart kids off to their appointments or even delivery workers in need of an e-bike that can go the distance. The 48V battery powers the 750W rear hub motor that provides top speeds of 20 MPH using only its throttle, or you can go as fast as 28 MPH when taking advantage of the five pedal assistance levels. This dual-battery model boasts an incredible 150-mile travel distance on a single charge, or if you want to save a little extra, you’ll find the standard model that provides a 75-mile travel distance at $1,399, and coming with $406 in free gear.

A notable design success here is the higher-than-normal 450-pound payload, which gives you significantly more room to play with in terms of rider weight vs. cargo/passenger weight – especially if you’re on the lower end of the weight spectrum, like me at 135 pounds. Aside from the free gear you’re getting from the bundle here, it also comes pre-stocked with hydraulic mineral oil brakes that are paired with 180mm rotors, custom puncture-resistant tires for added peace of mind no matter how rough the ride may get, as well as a headlamp, taillights, fenders over both wheels, and a backlit LCD display.

While there are a few models that have sold out during this ongoing sale, there are still a bunch of great e-bike bundle deals that you can take advantage of while they last, which you can browse in full on the landing page here.

Lectric XPedition Cargo e-bike

Save space or double up with GE’s smart electric 2-in-1 washer & ventless heat pump dryer at $2,200

Best Buy is offering the GE Profile Smart Combo Electric Washer & Ventless Heat Pump Dryer for $2,199.99 shipped. Normally priced at $2,900, this unit hasn’t seen much by way of discounts over the year, but savings come in every so often. We spotted it hitting its lowest $1,749 price earlier in the year, but it’s spent most of the time since keeping well above $2,200. While it did sit for a short period at $2,000 back at the top of the month, you’re still looking at a solid $700 markdown here today. If you want to save a little more though, you can find it in an excellent open-box condition at $1,804.

I’ve been using this same model for several months now and I find it a very reliable washer & dryer option, especially as we have a bunch of cats running around our home and there has been an added benefit with one of its latest software updates. It now uses the airflow system to separate shed hair and dander from fabrics before the wash cycle starts, collecting it into the EZ access lint filter. Aside from that, there are plenty of other great benefits to adding it to your home, like the 2-in-1 design that can get through both washing and drying large capacity loads in two hours.

There’s also the ventless heat pump tech that not only “provides 50% more energy efficient airflow drying,” but also allows you to place it anywhere in your home (or double up for twice the efficiency), no longer dictated by where vents may be located. It boasts a wide array of smart features too, making life much easier as it updates itself regularly through your local Wi-Fi, while also providing status alerts and remote controls over its settings through the SmartHQ app.

Another of its big features that I’ve always appreciated in a washer unit is the SmartDispense tech that holds enough detergent and fabric softener for up to 32 loads before needing a refill. On top of that, you can also scan the barcode on your preferred detergent bottle so that the AI can adjust the dispensed amounts based on the brand and your load size. You can learn even more by heading below.

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Worx’s Landroid robotic lawn mowers are down at some of their lowest prices starting from $560

Amazon is offering discounts on three Worx Landroid Robotic Lawn Mowers, with the S 20V model starting at $559.99 shipped. More recently keeping near $900 instead of its original $1,000 MSRP, we’ve seen it getting plenty of discounts over 2024, beating out last year’s Black Friday sales in February when it fell to $589, followed by a fall further to $579 in June and hitting the $550 low first during July’s Prime Day event, which we saw repeat back at the top of this month. Today, you’re looking at the second-best price we have tracked, with the 44% markdown saving you $460 off its going rate.

Why work harder when you can get the work done smarter? Well, Worx’s Landroid S 20V robot mower is here to deliver the autonomous help you’re looking for, with this particular model covering up to 1/8 acres on a single charge (while its counterparts increase this coverage up to 1/2 acres, depending on the model). Driven by an advanced AI system that keeps it on its path, the floating blade disc can automatically lift to give the device more clearance when navigating the uneven sections of terrain in your yard, keeping it from getting trapped or stuck. Not only do you get the usual array of smart controls that you would expect, accessed through the companion app when connected to either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, but the 20V 2.0Ah battery is also part of the brand’s PowerShare ecosystem, letting you interchange it with other 20V, 40V, and 80V models in the family.

If you have a little more yard to cover, its two other models offer further support, with the M 20V Landroid covering a bit more area up to 1/4 acres at $719.99, while the 2024-updated L 20V Landroid can tackle even more up to 1/2 acres for $637.50 right now.

Anker SOLIX Halloween sale

Anker’s SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus power stations back at lowest prices from $399, with bundle options

Anker has launched a Halloween sale through November 3 that is giving folks another chance to score its SOLIX C800 and C800 Plus Portable Power Stations at their lowest prices, with the standard C800 model starting at $399 shipped. Normally priced at $599, we’ve been seeing a steady progression of discounts over the year so far on both models, with this particular unit down at $449 on average, though we have been seeing it hit the $399 low more often since first appearing back in September. You’re getting another chance to score this campsite companion at the lowest price we have tracked, saving you $200 in the process. You’ll also find this price matched over at Amazon.

Get the campsite, tailgate, and road trip backup power support you need with Anker’s SOLIX C800 power station, which delivers a 768Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity and a power output of up to $1,600W. There are 10 ports here to cover your charging needs, with five ACs, two USB-As, two USB-Cs, and a single car port – plus, the full array of smart controls to monitor and adjust settings remotely. Plugging the power station into a standard wall outlet recharges the battery in just 58 minutes, or you can connect up to 300W of solar input to utilize its solar charging capabilities. There’s also a convenient on-board storage compartment on the top of the unit that can be used for your preferred gear or you can get the additional gear that comes when purchasing the C800 Plus model. You can also save some cash on its bundle options, getting you the power station with a 100W solar panel for $609, getting it with a 200W solar panel for $749, or getting a waterproof bag to protect it on your trips for $518.

The upgraded SOLIX C800 Plus power station is also down at its all-time low of $449. The extra $50 here delivers the station with two water-resistant LED camping lights that stow away inside the on-board storage I mentioned before. They provide three different lighting modes with an included retractable polearm that provides you with more versatility, acting as a hanger, a tripod, or even a selfie stick. It also comes with a bunch of bundle options, with the station coming with a 200W solar panel for $749, beating out the price to include a 100W panel by $70. You can also choose to get it with a waterproof bag for $568, or get the station with a 100W solar panel and an EverFrost Portable Cooler 30 for $1,449 (a $1,747 value).

Be sure to head over to the main page for Anker’s Halloween sale to check out all of its current offerings.

Fall e-bike deals!

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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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Block leads rebound in fintech stocks as analysts downplay JPMorgan data fee risk

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Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey testifies during a remote video hearing held by subcommittees of the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee on “Social Media’s Role in Promoting Extremism and Misinformation” in Washington, U.S., March 25, 2021.

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Block jumped more than 5% on Monday, leading a rally in shares of fintech companies as analysts downplayed the threat of JPMorgan Chase’s reported plan to charge data aggregators for access to customer financial information.

The recovery followed steep declines on Friday, after Bloomberg reported that JPMorgan had circulated pricing sheets outlining potential fees for aggregators like Plaid and Yodlee, which connect fintech platforms to users’ bank data.

In a note to clients on Monday, Evercore ISI analysts said the potential new expenses were “far from a ‘business model-breaking’ cost increase.”

In addition to Block’s rise, PayPal climbed 3.5% on Monday after sliding Friday. Robinhood and Shift4 recorded modest gains.

Broader market momentum helped fuel some of the rebound. The Nasdaq closed at a record, and crypto rallied, with bitcoin climbing past $123,000. Ether, solana, and other altcoins also gained.

JPMorgan announces plans to charge for access to customer bank data

Evercore ISI’s analysts said that even if JPMorgan’s changes were implemented, the most immediate effect would be a slight bump in the cost of one-time account setups — perhaps 50 to 60 cents.

Morgan Stanley echoed that view, writing that any impact would be “negligible,” especially for large fintechs that rely more on debit, credit, or stored balances than bank account pulls for transactions.

PayPal doesn’t anticipate much short-term impact, according to a person with knowledge of the issue. The person, who asked not to be named in order to speak about private financial matters, noted that PayPal relies on aggregators primarily for account verification and already has long-term pricing contracts in place.

While smaller fintechs that depend heavily on automated clearing house (ACH) rails or Open Banking frameworks for onboarding and compliance may face real pressure if the fees take effect, analysts said the larger platforms are largely insulated.

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EV sales hit 9.1M globally in H1 2025, but the US just hit the brakes

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EV sales hit 9.1M globally in H1 2025, but the US just hit the brakes

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The global EV market is still charging ahead. According to new numbers from global research firm Rho Motion, 9.1 million EVs were sold worldwide in the first half of 2025, up 28% compared to the same period last year. But not every region is accelerating at the same pace.

China and Europe are doing the heavy lifting

More than half of the world’s EVs this year have been bought in China. That market hit 5.5 million sales in the first six months of 2025 – a 32% jump year-over-year. Around half of new cars bought in China are now electric.

While some Chinese cities’ subsidies have dried up, Rho Motion expects momentum to pick back up later in the year as more funding is released.

In Europe, 2 million EVs were sold in the first half of the year, up 26%. Battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales also rose 26%, thanks in part to affordable models like the Renault 4 (pictured) and 5 entering the market. Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) weren’t far behind, growing 27% year-to-date. Chinese automakers are leaning into PHEVs as a way to work around the EU’s new tariffs on BEVs.

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Spain is leading the pack with EV sales soaring 85% so far this year. Its generous MOVES III incentive program was extended in April and has kept sales strong. The UK and Germany are also seeing solid growth – 32% and 40%, respectively. France, however, is slumping. With subsidies cut, EV sales there have dropped 13%.

North America is stuck in the slow lane

Things aren’t looking quite as bright in North America. EV sales in the US, Canada, and Mexico are up just 3% so far this year.

Mexico is the one bright spot, with a 20% boost. The US is up 6%. But Canada is down a whopping 23%.

And things could get bumpier. On July 4, Trump signed Congress’s big bill into law, which axes all the Inflation Reduction Act EV tax credits. Those consumer credits for EVs now officially end on September 30.

Just over half of the EVs sold in the US this year qualified for those credits. Rho Motion predicts a rush in Q3 before the subsidies disappear – and a decline in sales after that.

Rho Motion data manager Charles Lester said, “With Trump’s latest cuts in his ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ the US could struggle to see any growth in the EV market overall in 2025.”

Global EV sales snapshot, H1 2025 vs H1 2024

  • Global: 9.1 million (+28%)
  • China: 5.5 million (+32%)
  • Europe: 2.0 million (+26%)
  • North America: 0.9 million (+3%)
  • Rest of world: 0.7 million (+40%)

Read more: China breaks records as global EV sales hit 7.2 million in 2025

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The Lucid Air is crushing the competition as the best-selling luxury EV sedan in the US

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The Lucid Air is crushing the competition as the best-selling luxury EV sedan in the US

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Lucid’s electric sedan can drive further, charge faster, and packs more advanced tech than most of the competition. That might explain why it’s leading the segment. The Lucid Air remained the best-selling luxury EV sedan in the US after widening its lead in the Q2.

The Lucid Air is America’s best-selling luxury EV sedan

The 2025 Lucid Air Pure arrived as the “World’s most efficient car” with an EPA-estimated range of 420 miles and a record 146 MPGe.

It just set a new Guinness World Record last week for the longest journey by an electric car after travelling 749 miles (1,205 km) on a single charge.

That record was set in the range-topping Lucid Air Grand Touring model, which is rated for up to 512 miles of EPA-estimated range. On the WLTP scale, it’s rated at 597 miles (960 km). Either way, it still crushed the estimates.

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According to second-quarter sales data, released by Kelley Blue Book on Monday, the Lucid Air is still America’s best-selling luxury EV.

Lucid sold 2,630 Air models in Q2, up 10% from the previous year. Through the first half of 2025, Lucid Air sales are up 17% with 5,094 units sold.

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Lucid Air (Source: Lucid)

Tesla, on the other hand, only sold 1,435 Model Ss during the quarter, 71% fewer than it did in Q2 2024. Tesla Model S sales in the US are down 70% through the first half of the year at 2,715.

Although Porsche Taycan sales were up 32% with 1,064 models sold, the significantly upgraded 2025 model year was expected to see even more demand. Porsche has 2,083 Taycans in the US this year, up just 1% from 2024.

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Lucid Air Pure interior (Source: Lucid)

Other luxury EV sedans, such as the BMW i5 (1,434), i7 (820), and the Mercedes EQS (498), experienced steep double-digit sales declines year-over-year.

And it’s not just electric luxury sedans. The Lucid Air is currently outselling many gas-powered vehicles in its segment.

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Lucid Air (left) and Gravity (right) Source: Lucid

Lucid’s first electric SUV, the Gravity, is also rolling out. Although only five were sold in the second quarter, Lucid is quickly scaling production. Lucid aims to produce 20,000 vehicles this year, more than double the roughly 9,000 it built in 2024.

Earlier today, Lucid’s interim CEO, Marc Winterhoff, confirmed during an interview with Bloomberg that the company expects higher Gravity output in the second half of the year.

The interview was at the grand opening of Panasonic’s new battery cell plant in De Soto, Kansas. Winterhoff said Lucid will start using new cells from the facility, but not until next year.

Lucid’s CEO stressed the importance of establishing a local supply chain, as policy changes under the Trump Administration are taking effect. Lucid and Panasonic are collaborating to localize EV materials, such as graphite. Last month, Lucid secured a multi-year supply agreement with Graphite One for US-sourced Graphite.

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