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We’ve got a ton more Black Friday sales for you in today’s Green Deals, with EcoFlow being the first of the major backup power brands to launch its savings event and offering up to $4,000 in savings on units like the new DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station that is at a new $2,789 low. There’s also ENGWE’s sale that has a bunch of savings options too, which has lowered the L20 2.0 e-bike to $699, among others. Xtracycle has taken up to $1,350 off its cargo e-bike bundles starting from $3,999, while Greenworks’ 80V Venture Commuter and Mountain e-bikes are at some of their lowest rates from $1,281. We even have a surprise last-minute entry that was too sweet to pass up as four Juiced e-bikes are getting up to $1,899 taken off their price tags in a massive clearance sale, dropping them to new low prices across the selection that start from $1,300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s early Black Friday savings from Velotric, the limited Hiboy EX6 e-bike 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.

EcoFlow Black Friday sale drops 4,096Wh DELTA Pro 3 power station to new $2,789 low (Reg. $3,699)

EcoFlow has launched its early Black Friday sale through November 20 which is taking up to $4,000 off its lineup of power stations, bundle packages, and accessories. One of its newest releases, the DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station is now down at $2,789.07 shipped. Normally fetching $3,699, we’ve only seen a few varying discounts since releasing back in July, with it launching at $3,199, and subsequent discounts only bringing costs down to $3,399 at best. This sale though is giving folks the best rate to date as it falls $700 from its price tag and lands at a new all-time low price – but that’s not where the savings stop, as you’ll be getting an additional $210 (7%) off thanks to the bonus savings we discuss more below.

Now, as is often the case with EcoFlow’s big sales, there are some great additional savings that you can get right now. Aside from double points for members and a 30-day price-matching guarantee, you’ll also benefit from extra savings based on reaching certain order thresholds. For orders between $1,000 to $1,999 you’ll receive an additional 5% discount, while orders between $2,000 and $4,999 will receive 7% off discounts, and orders over $5,000 will receive a further 9% taken off the tag. Discounts will be automatically applied in your cart.

EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro 3 power station provides a 4,096Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity that you can expand further up to 48,000Wh, while also dishing output power up to 4,000W – surging to 6,000W and also expandable up to 12,000W when you have three power stations connected together. There’s a massive variety of recharging methods for this model, with seven solo-source options and 18 combination options. A standard wall outlet, for example, gets the battery back to 80% in just 50 minutes, with other options including solar (2,600W input max), EV, automotive cigarette outlets, dual PV charging, and so much more.

Through the EcoFlow app you’ll have full smart controls available via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while the 14 output ports offer plenty of ways to power and recharge your devices/appliances. This is one of three models (alongside the DELTA 3 Plus and RIVER 3 stations) that boasts the brand’s X-Core 3.0 tech, an integrated architecture system that is designed to offer far superior host safety, performance, and intelligence improvement. This upgrade also boosts its surge power rating for your more demanding appliances too, as well as increasing charging speeds, letting it run quieter and cooler than previous models, improving the battery management system and its overall lifespan, and more.

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You can view all the main featured deals from EcoFlow’s Black Friday sale on the landing page here, or if you instead want to browse the sale’s offerings in their entirety, check out everything discounted here.

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ENGWE’s Class 3 entry-level L20 2.0 e-bike hits $699 in Black Friday sales + bonus savings

ENGWE’s Black Friday sale has kicked into gear through December 2, taking up to $600 off e-bikes and also offering discounted accessories, free gear, and multiple chances to get your order paid back in full (more info below). A notable price cut from previous sales is the entry-level L20 2.0 e-bike that is going for $699 shipped. It’s normally priced at $999 since it was released in March, with the lowest we saw it go being a fall to $659 at the end of summer. Since summer’s end, it’s kept at above $799, most recently during the previous Halloween sale, but that price is getting beaten out today with a total $300 markdown that lands it at the second-lowest price we have tracked – just $50 above the all-time low from summer. Learn more about the sale’s bonus savings and this e-bike below, or you can learn about it in our hands-on review.

For all the orders placed during this sale, ENGWE will have four different drawing periods (Nov 11, 18, 25, and Dec 2) with two winners in each – all of them receiving a full refund on their orders. Along with this, ENGWE is also giving away a free accessory mystery box with every order over $600 that gives you free gear worth up to $109.

One of the newer models coming out of ENGWE, the L20 2.0 e-bike makes for a solid entry-level commuter that will weigh far lighter on your wallet than many other brands. Its 750W geared hub motor provides a 28 MPH top speed when utilizing the pedal assistance, and 20 MPH speeds cruising on pure electric power. The 52V 676Wh battery delivers a range of up to 68 to 80 miles on a single charge (depending on conditions), while only using the throttle cuts that down to around 28 miles, which is still plenty to get you around.

It has a folding frame, making its off-riding storage and transport an easier task, plus is weighs just about 68 pounds making it easy to manage for most folks living in apartment buildings. And for the price, it also comes with some decent additional features, like the mechanical disc brakes on 180 mm rotors, a rear cargo rack, integrated head/tail/brake LED lights, front fork and post suspension, a SHIMANO 7-speed derailleur, puncture-resistant fat tires, and a color LED display.

Best ENGWE Black Friday e-bike deals:

  • Engwe EP-2 Pro e-bike: $949 (Reg. $1,498)
    • Up to 75-mile range
    • with extra battery (up to 150-mile range)
  • M20 Dual-Suspension e-bike: $899 (Reg. $1,199)
    • up to 75-mile range
    • dual-battery option $200 more
  • X20 Triple-Suspension Folding e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,599)
    • Up to 93-mile range
    • Dual-battery options start for $100 more
  • M20 2.0 Full-Suspension Double-Range e-bike: $1,199 (Reg. $1,499)
    • with dual batteries for up to 150-mile range
    • single battery model $200 cheaper
  • LE20 Step-Thru Cargo e-bike: $1,249 (Reg. $1,499)
    • Up to 109-mile max range
  • And much more…
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Save $1,350 on Xtracycle’s Stoker off-road cargo e-bike with free gear at $3,999 in Black Friday sales

Xtracycle has begun its early Black Friday sales through November 18, offering up to $1,350 in savings on three different e-bike bundles. Among the three discounted models here, the prices start lowest for the brand’s Stoker Off-Road Cargo e-bike which is down at $3,999 shipped. This higher-end model normally sits at its $4,499 price tag most of the time, not seeing as many discounts as some of its higher-priced counterparts, though we did see a similar bundle offer back during the brand’s Labor Day sales. This month’s sale is giving us a bigger bundle than previously seen, as the included Everyday Rider Bundle also gives you an everyday bike pack, a 40L cargo bag that attaches to the bike’s frame, a padded cushion for passengers, a Hooptie rail system, and a Snackbar rail system – plus, you’ll also be getting free shipping and local assembly fees waived, giving you a total of $1,350 in savings ($260 more value than Labor Day).

The Xtracycle Stoker e-bike is an all-terrain cargo-hauling model that can traverse streets, trails, and more with ease. A Shimano STEPS EP-8 motor and a 630Wh battery reside within its chromoly steel frame, providing a 20 MPH top speed with its pedal assistance system (without any throttle) for up to 60 miles on a full charge. The terrain isn’t much of a concern thanks to the 24-inch NICA’GNAR Cargo Tires which come with fenders over each, and it has 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power the moment it is needed. The entire bike is rated for a total 400-pound payload, coming with an integrated rear cargo rack that only has its capabilities bolstered by the free gear. Among its other features, there’s the Sram NX11 X-HORIZON derailleur, integrated LED headlights and taillights, and an E-series cycling computer that gives you easy handlebar access to controlling your settings as you ride.

More Xtracycle early Black Friday e-bike deals:

  • RFA Urban Scout e-bike: $4,499 (Reg. $4,999)
    • 20 to 28 MPH top speeds for up to 60 miles
    • comes with $600 in free gear + free shipping/local assembly ($200 value)
  • Swoop Family Cargo e-bike: $4,499 (Reg. $4,999)
    • 20 to 28 MPH top speeds for up to 60 miles
    • comes with $650 in free gear + free shipping/local assembly ($200 value)
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Get up to $1,899 in massive savings on Juiced e-bikes at lowest prices ever in clearance sale starting from $1,300

Coming to us through Velowave Bikes, we’re seeing a large Black Friday Clearance sale taking up to $1,899 off a collection of Juiced e-bikes at some of the best rates we have tracked to date – including the brand’s newest JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike at $1,700 shipped, for example. It’s no secret that Juiced has been having financial troubles this year, with sales running dry over 2024 and folks seeing fewer and fewer differing offers coming from the brand while the stock has not been replenished after models sell out. Today though, thanks to Velowave’s warehouse, you can now score major savings on some of the popular models that bolstered Juiced’s reputation at the lowest prices we have ever seen, particularly its newest model. Head below for pricing.

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Greenworks’ 80V Venture 27.5-inch commuter e-bike hits new $1,520 low

Amazon is offering rare discounts on a pair of Greenworks’ Venture series e-bikes, with the Greenworks 80V Venture 27.5-inch Commuter e-bike for $1,519.99 shipped. Normally going for $1,900 since first releasing at the start of the year, we’ve only seen one previous discount on this model, which dropped costs to $1,615 back in February. It’s been keeping to its MSRP all this time since but is finally seeing its price come down thanks to the 20% markdown here that slashes $380 off the price tag and lands it at a new all-time low. It also beats out Greenworks’ direct site, where it’s still sitting at full price.

This 80V commuter e-bike is one of Greenworks’ new Venture series models, designed to expand the brand’s versatile battery ecosystem, which is standard across most of its tools. The 350W brushless rear hub motor (that peaks at 500W) is powered by the brand’s included 4.0Ah battery (and you’ll also get a rapid charger) that can also be switched out with other tools/batteries you may already own. Utilizing three different forms of pedal assistance as you ride, you’ll be able to cruise around at 20 MPH top speeds for up to 22 miles on a single 40-minute charge. It also features a front suspension fork, an adjustable suspension seat, a 7-speed Shimano shifter, 27.5-inch Kenda tires, an LED headlight, a rear cargo rack, as well as an LCD display paired with a simple control panel along the handlebars.

If you would prefer an electric mountain bike instead, Amazon is also offering the Greenworks 80V Venture 26-inch All-Terrain Fat Tire e-bike for $1,280.99 shipped, down from $2,100. This model sports a larger 500W brushless rear hub motor (peaking at 750W) to better support you through off-road travels, providing the same speed and mileage as the above model with its three pedal assist modes. You’re getting the same general features too, aside from the 26-inch by 4-inch all-terrain Kenda fat tires and minus the rear cargo rack.

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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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Ride1Up Vorsa review: An affordable, do-everything e-bike for the masses

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Ride1Up Vorsa review: An affordable, do-everything e-bike for the masses

Ride1Up has carved out a name for itself in the e-bike world by delivering sleek, well-equipped electric bikes that punch well above their price tag. Their latest model, the Ride1Up Vorsa, takes that formula and beefs it up into something more versatile… literally.

The Vorsa is Ride1Up’s answer to the growing demand for SUV-style e-bikes – those do-it-all electric rides that can handle your commute, your grocery runs, your kid-hauling trailer, and your backroad detours without flinching. And at $1,595, the Vorsa might just be the most affordable ticket into that category right now – at least for an e-bike that still includes a pile of interesting and high-value tech features.

To see what I mean, check out my video review of the Ride1Up Vorsa below. Then keep reading for the full details on this highly versatile ride.

Ride1Up Vorsa video review

Ride1Up Vorsa Tech Specs

  • Motor: 750W and 95Nm rear hub motor
  • Top speed: 28 mph (45 km/h) on pedal assist or 20 mph (32 km/h) on throttle
  • Range: 30-60 miles (48-96 km)
  • Battery: 48V 15Ah (720Wh) UL-certified with Samsung 50GB cells
  • Weight: 65 lb (29.5 kg)
  • Load Capacity: 440 lb (200 kg)
  • Frame: Aluminum alloy 6061
  • Brakes: Star Union hydraulic dual-piston disc brakes on 203 mm (front) and 180 mm (rear) rotors
  • Extras: Shimano Acera 8-speed derailleur, new highly-detailed color LCD display, two frame styles of step-over and step-thru, semi-integrated rear rack with optional rack extender, and a wide range of other accessories
  • Price: $1,595

Goes anywhere, does almost anything

E-bikes are getting more versatile, but the Vorsa takes versatility to the extreme.

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This is already a powerful e-bike capable of 28+ mph Class 3 speeds (though ships out of the box with a Class 2 setting of 20 mph) from its 750W motor capable of a heart-thumping 95 Nm of torque. That means its a fast hill climber and ready for just about any challenge that a high-performance e-bike should be.

But then, on top of that, the bike’s design allows it to tackle very different styles of riding, from cargo needs with its semi-integrated rear rack to touring and trekking style rides with its 27.5×2.6″ Schwalbe touring tires.

That means the same e-bike you use to take the kids to school at in the morning can transform into your commuter bike to work and then into your single-track bike for weekend recreational riding.

And with a 720 Wh battery (UL-compliant, no less), you’ll have plenty of charge to do all of those things in the same day!

It’s par for the course at Ride1Up, something I learned when touring their factory last year and seeing firsthand just how important a combination of quality, practicality, and affordability are to the company. It’s obvious that the folks at Ride1Up want to give us riders as much battery, as much performance, and as much versatility as they can while keeping the price reasonable.

Packed with tech, but only the good stuff

It’s fun to see more tech enter the e-bike space, but some companies don’t seem to understand that more isn’t always better. It’s only a net benefit to me if it’s stuff I’ll actually use. Ride1Up has eschewed smartphone apps and other things that don’t add much usability and has now given us the stuff that actually matters.

For example, the new display on the Vorsa is much more involved, with more than just a higher-resolution color display. It shows metrics that actually mean something to me, like how much time I spend in different riding modes. This helped remind me to not only use the highest power modes but also drop the pedal assist down a few notches for more exercise.

There’s also built-in Apple FindMy tracking now, which is a HUGE added value for me. It’s not a guarantee that you’ll get your bike back if it’s stolen, but it’s a major headstart in recovering it. It may not be as helpful for you Android phone users out there, but for us iPhone folks who are held captive by Apple’s golden handcuffs, it’s a great system for finding just about anything, especially your e-bike. From my phone, I can see where my Vorsa is, and I can find it if someone tries to abscond with it.

Then there’s the new torque sensor from MiVice, which is honestly one of the most responsive torque sensors I’ve ever had the pleasure of pedaling. It’s fast, and it feels like my legs are just extra strong that day. Throttle-only riders won’t really benefit from it, and in fact may want to use the sensor selector option to put the bike back in cadence sensor mode to enable more of a ‘foot throttle’ feel, but most of us will prefer the torque sensor because of how impressively dialed in it feels.

Hardware design

That technology is nice, but it needs to complement good hardware, not replace it. In this case, the design of the Ride1Up Vorsa complements the tech, adding versatility and value without jacking up the price.

The semi-integrated rack is a really cool design that helps the bike achieve its 440-lb weight capacity. There’s even a rack extender that helps turn the bike into a longtail cargo bike, even if that tail sticks out in a slightly funny way.

Then there are the other nice upgrades over the usual suspects we see on $1,500-range electric bikes. Instead of plastic fenders, we get nice metal alloy fenders that look and feel better quality. Instead of a cheap 7-speed Shimano Altus derailleur, we get a nicer 8-speed Shimano Acera derailleur. Instead of a basic suspension fork, we get a longer travel 100mm fork. Instead of a compliance stem, we get an adjustable stem to dial in the handlebar angle to our liking. You name it, the upgrades are there.

The LED lighting, including the fender integrated lights, is also clearly higher quality than you’d expect on a value e-bike, making this an even higher value.

What’s not to like?

Don’t get me wrong, the Ride1Up Vorsa is great. It sets a new high watermark in what can be delivered at this price, especially considering the rampant inflation in e-bike prices brought on by new tariffs. But I can always complain about something, and so why stop now?

The Ride1Up Vorsa brings us a lot of cool tech and new hardware, but it comes at a cost, and that cost is weight. At 65-70 lb, depending on how many of the cool add-ons you install, the bike isn’t lightweight. You’ve got chunkier tires, a bigger battery, a more powerful motor, a more robust frame, a larger fork, metal fenders, and other parts that all add to the weight.

Next, Ride1Up has again played it incredibly conservatively with the color options. Your typical dark gray is there, then you get a fairly nice blue, and lastly, you’ve got a slightly confusing two-tone sage grayish-green option. There are no bright colors to choose from, which isn’t a departure for Ride1Up, but still a bit disappointing to me. Go wild, guys! Throw caution to the wind! Hit me with some color someday!

And lastly, Ride1Up continues to ship in smaller boxes that require the fork to be installed by the owner. This isn’t a complicated task when you’ve done it 100 times like it’s your job, which it is for me. But most people have done this zero times, and the ones who have can probably count the instances on one hand. This is an essential step in bike assembly and one that has very little margin for error, so most new owners would be advised to have a bike shop do it if they aren’t comfortable following Ride1Up’s clear and welcomed assembly video.

So I have my complaints like normal, but none are insurmountable. And to be honest, at $1,595, the price is so fair that I can overlook the limited color options and the longer at-home assembly. When it comes to the weight, that’s just the price we riders pay to have more performance and features included in our bikes.

I absolutely recommend the Ride1Up Vorsa to anyone looking for a ‘normal’ style e-bike (i.e., not a folder or a moped) but who wants the versatility to head in highly divergent directions, including everything from cargo hauling to recreational riding and daily commuting. It’s a winner and they stuck the landing on the Vorsa.

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Ford has a new plan to win over EV buyers overseas: Free chargers and other perks

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Ford is sweetening the deal for EV buyers in the UK with free home chargers and more, just as its best-selling car, the Puma, gets an electric upgrade. The new incentives are part of Ford’s push to boost EV sales and gain market share overseas.

Ford is giving free EV chargers to buyers in the UK

The “Ford Power Promise” was initially launched in the US last October. It includes a free Level 2 home charger with any Ford EV purchase, including the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning.

Ford will also cover the cost of standard installation, along with some other goodies to sweeten the deal, like 24/7 live EV support, roadside assistance, and an 8-year, 100,000-battery warranty.

The American automaker is now extending the offer as it looks to win back market share overseas. On Tuesday, Ford launched the Power Promise in the UK to help make owning an EV easier.

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Ford’s promo includes a free wall box home charger (with standard installation), an up to 10,000-mile home energy bonus, and an 8-year and 100,000-mile battery warranty.

Other incentives include a free five-year service plan, free five-year towing assistance, and access to over 33,000 public charging stations across the UK through Ford’s Blue Oval Charge Network.

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Ford electric Puma Gen-E (Source: Ford)

Saving time and money

The offer is available across Ford’s EV lineup, including the new electric Puma Gen-E. Ford’s electric car lineup in the UK includes the Explorer Electric, Mustang Mach-E, Capri EV, E-Tourneo Custom, E-Tourneo Courier, and the new electric Puma. If you already have a home charger, you can opt for a £500 ($650) cash bonus.

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Ford’s electric vehicles in Europe from left to right: Puma Gen-E, Explorer, Capri, and Mustang Mach-E (Source: Ford)

Ford EV buyers will also benefit from its partnership with Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy supplier. Using “Intelligent Octopus Go,” you can save up to 70% on energy costs by charging overnight (7p/kWh).

According to Ford, charging the new electric Puma Gen-E can cost as little as £3.23, or less than $5. Ford launched the Puma Gen-E, the EV version of its best-selling car in Europe, starting at just €36,900 ($38,800) in December. In the UK, the Puma Gen-E Select starts at £30,795 ($39,300).

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Since launching the program, Ford has extended the offer to Canada. In the US (and Canada), Ford’s Power Promise runs until June 30, 2025.

According to Ford’s research, the 2025 Mustang Mach-E eAWD extended-range battery can save $26 compared to filling up a gas tank. The 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat could save you up to $55 compared to a similar pickup.

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Solar is about to get hit with tariffs, but stockpiles give buyers opportunities

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The US solar industry is used to tariffs, but President Trump’s latest round of tariffs is still expected to wreak havoc, like in many other sectors.

But homeowners still have time to go solar, thanks to developers building solar panel stockpiles in the US.

During his first term, President Trump imposed many tariffs that affected the US solar industry.

Since then, the industry has adapted with some domestic solar module manufacturing, but most solar products still come from overseas. Chinese manufacturers moved some of their factories to other Asian countries to adapt, but now Trump’s sweeping tariffs also target those countries, like Vietnam.

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But solar developers, who have experience with tariffs, have been savvy enough to build stockpiles of solar panels in the US over the last year.

Some estimates put the current stockpile at 50 gigawatts, which is roughly what the US deployed last year. However, 50 GW does not include all the solar energy deployed in the US last year, residential, commercial, and utility-scale, and most of the stockpile is estimated to be equipment for rooftop solar.

Tariffs coming into effect tomorrow will certainly impact the industry, but the stockpiles are likely to reduce the impact and give homeowners more time to go solar this year without price increases or with smaller price increases.

The timing is good as US homeowners are increasingly turning to solar to reduce their energy costs, which are also expected to increase.

The trade wars started by Trump are increasing the electricity rates in states that get electricity from Canada.

The President is also expected to sign a new executive order boosting the nation’s coal industry this week. The order is expected to involve reductions in environmental requirements to help save coal plants due for retirement.

However, most coal plants are being retired because they are uncompetitive, not because of environmental concerns.

In addition to tariffs on solar panels and inverters imported from overseas, the new tariffs are expected to greatly increase the cost of home energy storage, which is often installed with rooftop solar power systems.

We previously reported that home battery packs, like Tesla’s Powerwall, use battery cells from China, which is about to be hit with massive new tariffs.

If you are interested in going solar, now is the time, and we suggest using EnergySage. It’s a free service that will enable you to get quotes and compare them without any hassle, and you only talk to someone when you are ready to move forward with your project. They work with a great number of solar installers and help you get the best price.

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