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Leading today’s Green Deals is Jackery’s early Black Friday sale that is taking up to 50% off power stations – both directly from its site and through its Amazon storefront – with prices starting from $90. Following right behind is the next iteration of Rad Power’s November sales, which is offering up to $300 in savings, and has its errand-running sidekick, the RadRunner Plus Utility e-bike at $1,699 with a free accessory promotion, among others. Next, we have two exclusive EcoFlow DELTA Pro solar generator bundles that are beating out EcoFlow’s own Black Friday rates while they last, starting from $1,899. We also have the best one-day sale to date on Greenworks’ 80V 21-inch Mower, 13-inch String Trimmer, and 730 CFM Lear Blower combo that is down at a new $570 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s early access Black Friday sales from Bluetti, Electric Bike Co., 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.

Jackery early Black Friday sale takes 50% off power stations, solar and home backup bundles, accessories, more from $90

Jackery’s early Black Friday savings event has begun and continues through November 20, with the brand taking up to 50% off on a huge collection of its power stations, bundle packages, and accessories. Alongside the ongoing launch specials for the new Explorer 5000 Plus unit, which you can learn about here, one offer that caught my eye immediately is the Explorer 2000 Plus Portable Power Station which comes along with two 200W solar panels for $1,899 shipped, after using the on-page coupon. This package would normally run you $3,299 most days, with most discounts over the year mostly keeping costs above $2,479, though we did spy the first drops to the $1,899 low during the recent Prime Day sales. Now, with this sale, you’re getting another chance to score one of the best solar generator bundles at the all-time lowest price we have tracked anywhere.

Boasting a 2,042.8Wh capacity, Jackery’s Explorer 2000 Plus offers massive expansion possibilities for your campsite, nomad setup, or even home backup power. It can support up to five expandable batteries that bump its capacity to 12,000Wh, or you could connect two Explorer 2000 Plus stations, each with five batteries, and further increase the capacity to 24,000Wh. With a max solar input of 1,200W, this station can be fully charged in up to two hours by connecting it to six SolarSaga 200W panels or via wall outlet (this does not account for any expandable combinations you may be using). You’ll have 10 output ports to cover devices and appliances – plus, complete control to monitor and adjust settings through the Jackery app via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

There are two alternative bundle packages that you may want to consider for more backup power – especially if you plan to use it for home backup or supporting larger gatherings with its expandable capacity. The first gives you the power station, two 200W panels, as well as an extra battery (reaching 4,085.6Wh) for $2,599, down from $4,999. The second takes the above bundle and adds a second extra battery (6,128.4Wh) for $3,299, down from $6,599.

Best early Jackery Black Friday on-the-go power station deals:

Best early Jackery Black Friday on-the-go solar bundle deals:

Best early Jackery Black Friday home backup power station deals:

Best early Jackery Black Friday home backup bundle deals:

  • Explorer 3000 Pro (3,024Wh) with two 200W solar panels and transfer switch: $2,499 (Reg. $4,199)
  • Explorer 5000 Plus (5,040Wh) with two 500W solar panels and smart transfer switch: $4,999 (Reg. $5,999)
    • comes with free protective cover

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Jackery early Black Friday

Get a reliable sidekick for errands and fun alike with Rad Power’s RadRunner Plus e-bike at $1,699 + free gear, more

Rad Power has begun its second seasonal sale through November 13, with up to $200 taken off e-bikes alongside some additional free accessory promotions. The discount is going to the RadRunner Plus Utility e-bike that is down at $1,699 shipped – plus, you’ll be getting a free accessory under $200 too. Normally priced at $1,799, we’ve seen this model go as low as $1,599 in 2024. You’ll get a nice little $100 shaved off the tag here today, dropping things to the second-lowest price we have tracked this year, and it’s a nice bonus to balance out the lower discount with the accessory promo too. You can browse all the eligible accessories on the landing page here, and keep in mind that the discount will be automatically applied in your cart before checkout.

The RadRunner Plus arrives ready to be your faithful commuting and errand-running sidekick throughout the days ahead, which comes fully loaded with some solid features. The 750W brushless geared hub motor comes powered by the 672Wh battery and is supported by five levels of pedal assistance (and a bonus zero-level for manual pedaling). You’ll be cruising around at 20 MPH top speeds for up to 45+ miles on a single charge with this model, with the body itself being well-made and highly durable.

The stocked features include Kenda K-Rad 20-inch tires with fenders over each, Tektro Aries mechanical disc brakes, an LED Headlight that can be set to automatically turn on in lower light settings, an integrated taillight with brake lighting and a flash mode, a 7-speed Shimano derailleur, an integrated rear cargo rack with a 120-pound carrying capacity, a half-twist throttle, and a backlit LCD display with a USB port to charge your devices.

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Save up to $2,400 on EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro power station with a 160W or 400W solar panel from $1,899 (Exclusive deals)

We’ve got two 9to5Toys-exclusive power station deals coming to us from Wellbots, which is offering a pair of EcoFlow DELTA Pro solar generator bundles at significantly reduced rates. The first of these delivers a DELTA Pro Portable Power Station with a 160W solar panel for $1,899 shipped, after using the promo code 9TO5EARLYBF200 at checkout for an additional $200 off the price tag. This bundle would normally run you $3,998 at full price, but you’re getting a nice $2,099 slashed off the tag that not only drops it to a new all-time low but along with the second offer (more on that below), both are beating out EcoFlow’s current Black Friday pricing (with the 160W panel not being offered at all direct from their site).

EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro power station delivers a reliable 3,600Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity (expandable up to 25kWh with additional equipment) that will be able to support you on trips out of the home and even power devices and appliances at home when emergencies strike. It dishes out power up to 3,600W, surging to 7,200W, and sports 14 output ports for versatile coverage. Recharging the station’s own battery is fairly quick too, as plugging it into a standard wall outlet will refuel it back to full in just 1.8 hours, or you can get a full recharge in 2.8 hours when utilizing the maximum 1,600W of solar input. All the usual remote smart controls you’ve expected from EcoFlow are available here and can be accessed through the companion app when connected by Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

The second of these exclusive offers from Wellbots gives you the DELTA Pro power station with an even bigger 400W solar panel for $2,399 shipped, after using the promo code 9TO5EARLYBF200 at checkout for an additional $200 off the price tag. This means you’re getting the increase of 240W of solar input at so much less of a cost than buying it direct from EcoFlow, with the same bundle there running you $4,898 in total, with discounts having brought costs down as low as $2,799.

Greenworks 3-tool lawn care combo

For today only save $530 on Greenworks’ 80V mower, trimmer, and blower combo at new $570 low

Courtesy of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 21-inch Mower, 13-inch String Trimmer, and 730 CFM Blower Combo for $569.99 shipped through the rest of the day. Normally this bundle is priced at $1,100, but we’ve been regularly seeing it brought down between $600 and $700 throughout 2024, with the lowest it’s gone being the drop to $579 during Best Buy’s Labor Day sale. Today though, you’re looking at the best price to date, as it beats out the former low by $10 and lands it at a new all-time low price – ultimately saving you a full $530.

This 3-tool bundle from Greenworks is a perfect way to update and upgrade your lawncare routine while getting some major savings over buying tools one by one. The mower comes equipped with an 80V brushless motor, housed inside the 21-inch steel deck and powered by the included 4.0Ah battery (which can be switched out among all three tools here). You’ll get enough power to cover 1/2 acre of mowing on one charge, with seven positions of cutting height adjustment and a simple push button start over annoying pull strings. The string trimmer delivers a 13-inch wide cutting path and can run for up to 80 minutes with the battery while on its lower power setting – plus, it has the brand’s dual bump feed head. The leaf blower sports a variable speed trigger with cruise control while being capable of producing 730 CFM of airflow that reaches up to 170 MPH. Head below for more.

Best Black Friday e-bike deals!

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.

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This new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikes

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This new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikes

Forget fumbling with cables or hunting for batteries – TILER is making electric bike charging as seamless as parking your ride. The Dutch startup recently introduced its much-anticipated TILER Compact system, a plug-and-play wireless charger engineered to transform the user experience for e-bike riders.

At the heart of the new system is a clever combo: a charging kickstand that mounts directly to almost any e‑bike, and a thin charging mat that you simply park over. Once you drop the kickstand and it lands on the mat, the bike begins charging automatically via inductive transfer – no cable required. According to TILER, a 500 Wh battery will fully charge in about 3.5 hours, delivering comparable performance to traditional wired chargers.

It’s an elegantly simple concept (albeit a bit chunky) with a convenient upside: less clutter, fewer broken cables, and no more need to bend over while feeling around for a dark little hole.

TILER claims its system works with about 75% of existing e‑bike platforms, including those from Bosch, Yamaha, Bafang, and other big bames. The kit uses a modest 150 W wireless power output, which means charging speeds remain practical while keeping the system lightweight (the tile weighs just 2 kg, and it’s also stationary).

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TILER has already deployed over 200 charging points across Western Europe, primarily serving bike-share, delivery, hospitality, and hotel fleets. A recent case study in Munich showed how a cargo-bike operator saved approximately €1,250 per month in labor costs, avoided thousands in spare batteries, and cut battery damage by 20%. The takeaway? Less maintenance, more uptime.

Now shifting to prosumer markets, TILER says the Compact system will hit pre-orders soon, with a €250 price tag (roughly US $290) for the kickstand plus tile bundle. To get in line, a €29 refundable deposit is currently required, though they say it is refundable at any point until you receive your charger. Don’t get too excited just yet though, there’s a bit of a wait. Deliveries are expected in summer 2026, and for now are covering mostly European markets.

The concept isn’t entirely new. We’ve seen the idea pop up before, including in a patent from BMW for charging electric motorcycles. And the efficacy is there. Skeptics may wonder if wireless charging is slower or less efficient, but TILER says no. Its system retains over 85% efficiency, nearly matching wired charging speeds, and even pauses at 80% to protect battery health, then resumes as needed. The tile is even IP67-rated, safe for outdoor use, and about as bulky as a thick magazine.

Electrek’s Take

I love the concept. It makes perfect sense for shared e-bikes, especially since they’re often returning to a dock anyway. As long as people can be trained to park with the kickstand on the tile, it seems like a no-brainer.

And to be honest, I even like the idea for consumers. I know it sounds like a first-world problem, but bending over to plug something in at floor height is pretty annoying, not to mention a great way to throw out your back if you’re not exactly a spring chicken anymore. Having your e-bike start charging simply by parking it in the right place is a really cool feature! I don’t know if it’s $300 cool, but it’s pretty cool!

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Tesla launches new software update with Grok, but it doesnt even interface with the car

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Tesla launches new software update with Grok, but it doesnt even interface with the car

Tesla has launched a new software update for its vehicles that includes the anticipated integration of Grok, but it doesnt even interface with the car yet.

Earlier this week, CEO Elon Musk said that Tesla would integrate Grok, the large language model developed by his private company, xAI, into its vehicles.

Today, Tesla started pushing the update to the fleet, but there’s a significant caveat.

The automaker wrote in the release notes (2025.26):

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Grok (Beta) (US, AMD)

Grok now available directly in your Tesla

Requires Premium Connectivity or a WiFi connection

Grok is currently in Beta & does not issue commands to your car – existing voice commands remain unchanged.

First off, it is only available in vehicles in the US equipped with the AMD infotainment computer, which means cars produced since mid-2021.

But more importantly, Tesla says that it doesn’t send commands to the car under the current version. Therefore, it is simply like having Grok on your phone, but on the onboard computer instead.

Tesla showed an example:

There are a few other features in the 2025.26 software update, but they are not major.

For Tesla vehicles equipped with ambient lighting strips inside the car, the light strip can now sync to music:

Accent lights now respond to music & you can also choose to match the lights to the album’s color for a more immersive effect

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Here’s the new setting:

The audio setting can now be saved under multiple presets to match listening preferences for different people or circumstances:

The software update also includes the capacity to zoom or adjust the playback speed of the Dashcam Viewer.

Cybertruck also gets the updated Dashcam Viewer app with a grid view for easier access and review of recordings:

Tesla also updated the charging info in its navigation system to be able to search which locations require valet service or pay-to-park access.

Upon arrival, drivers will receive a notification with access codes, parking restrictions, level or floor information, and restroom availability:

Finally, there’s a new onboarding guide directly on the center display to help people who are experiencing a Tesla vehicle for the first time.

Electrek’s Take

Tesla is really playing catch-up here. Right now, this update is essentially nothing. If you already have Grok, it’s no more different than having it on your phone or through the vehicle’s browser, since it has no capacity to interact with any function inside the vehicle.

Most other automakers are integrating LLMs inside vehicles with the capacity to interact with the vehicle. In China, this is becoming standard even in entry-level cars.

In the Xiaomi YU7, the vehicle’s AI can not only interact with the car, but it also sees what the car sees through its camera, and it can tell you about what it sees:

Tesla is clearly far behind on that front as many automakers are integrating with other LLMs like ChatGPT and in-house LLMs, like Xiaomi’s.

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Robinhood is up 160% this year, but several obstacles are ahead

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Florida AG opens probe into Robinhood. Here's the latest

Robinhood stock hit an all-time high Friday as the financial services platform continued to rip higher this year, along with bitcoin and other crypto stocks.

Robinhood, up more than 160% in 2025, hit an intraday high above $101 before pulling back and closing slightly lower.

The reversal came after a Bloomberg report that JPMorgan plans to start charging fintechs for access to customer bank data, a move that could raise costs across the industry.

For fintech firms that rely on thin margins to offer free or low-cost services to customers, even slight disruptions to their cost structure can have major ripple effects. PayPal and Affirm both ended the day nearly 6% lower following the report.

Despite its stellar year, the online broker is facing several headwinds, with a regulatory probe in Florida, pushback over new staking fees and growing friction with one of the world’s most high-profile artificial intelligence companies.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier opened a formal investigation into Robinhood Crypto on Thursday, alleging the platform misled users by claiming to offer the lowest-cost crypto trading.

“Robinhood has long claimed to be the best bargain, but we believe those representations were deceptive,” Uthmeier said in a statement.

The probe centers on Robinhood’s use of payment for order flow — a common practice where market makers pay to execute trades — which the AG said can result in worse pricing for customers.

Robinhood Crypto General Counsel Lucas Moskowitz told CNBC its disclosures are “best-in-class” and that it delivers the lowest average cost.

“We disclose pricing information to customers during the lifecycle of a trade that clearly outlines the spread or the fees associated with the transaction, and the revenue Robinhood receives,” added Moskowitz.

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev explains 'dual purpose' behind trading platform's new crypto offerings

Robinhood is also facing opposition to a new 25% cut of staking rewards for U.S. users, set to begin October 1. In Europe, the platform will take a smaller 15% cut.

Staking allows crypto holders to earn yield by locking up their tokens to help secure blockchain networks like ethereum, but platforms often take a percentage of those rewards as commission.

Robinhood’s 25% cut puts it in line with Coinbase, which charges between 25.25% and 35% depending on the token. The cut is notably higher than Gemini’s flat 15% fee.

It marks a shift for the company, which had previously steered clear of staking amid regulatory uncertainty.

Under President Joe Biden‘s administration, the Securities and Exchange Commission cracked down on U.S. platforms offering staking services, arguing they constituted unregistered securities.

With President Donald Trump in the White House, the agency has reversed course on several crypto enforcement actions, dropping cases against major players like Coinbase and Binance and signaling a more permissive stance.

Even as enforcement actions ease, Robinhood is under fresh scrutiny for its tokenized stock push, which is a growing part of its international strategy.

The company now offers blockchain-based assets in Europe that give users synthetic exposure to private firms like OpenAI and SpaceX through special purpose vehicles, or SPVs.

An SPV is a separate entity that acquires shares in a company. Users then buy tokens of the SPV and don’t have shareholder privileges or voting rights directly in the company.

OpenAI has publicly objected, warning the tokens do not represent real equity and were issued without its approval. In an interview with CNBC International, CEO Vlad Tenev acknowledged the tokens aren’t technically equity shares, but said that misses the broader point.

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“What’s important is that retail customers have an opportunity to get exposure to this asset,” he said, pointing to the disruptive nature of AI and the historically limited access to pre-IPO companies.

“It is true that these are not technically equity,” Tenev added, noting that institutional investors often gain similar exposure through structured financial instruments.

The Bank of Lithuania — Robinhood’s lead regulator in the EU — told CNBC on Monday that it is “awaiting clarifications” following OpenAI’s statement.

“Only after receiving and evaluating this information will we be able to assess the legality and compliance of these specific instruments,” a spokesperson said, adding that information for investors must be “clear, fair, and non-misleading.”

Tenev responded that Robinhood is “happy to continue to answer questions from our regulators,” and said the company built its tokenized stock program to withstand scrutiny.

“Since this is a new thing, regulators are going to want to look at it,” he said. “And we expect to be scrutinized as a large, innovative player in this space.”

SEC Chair Paul Atkins recently called the model “an innovation” on CNBC’s Squawk Box, offering some validation as Robinhood leans further into its synthetic equity strategy — even as legal clarity remains in flux across jurisdictions.

Despite the regulatory noise, many investors remain focused on Robinhood’s upside, and particularly the political tailwinds.

The company is positioning itself as a key beneficiary of Trump’s newly signed megabill, which includes $1,000 government-seeded investment accounts for newborns. Robinhood said it’s already prototyping an app for the ‘Trump Accounts‘ initiative.

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