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We’re getting some major shakeups in today’s Green Deals, leading with Lectric’s launch of the new and improved XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes that are getting up to $713 in free gear and starting from $1,399. Next, Bluetti has switched up its early Black Friday sale with bigger discounts, new member pricing, and the first round of flash sales on a small collection of units, like the AC60 Portable Power Station coming bundled with a 100W solar panel for $399, among others. Lastly, we spotted the second-ever discounts on Anker’s SOLIX C300 90,000mAh solar generator bundles that come with 60W solar panels and start from new lows of $200. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s early Black Friday deals from Anker SOLIX, Vanpowers, 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.

Lectric launches three new and improved XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes with up to $713 in free gear from $1,399

Lectric is shaking up its Black Friday sale with the launch of its three new XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes starting from $1,399 shipped in two new colorways and coming with three individualized bundles of free gear worth up to $713. What’s so incredible about this sudden release is the dedication to start its pricing at the rate of the previous models, despite the upgraded features. Folks will now have three choices – the single 13Ah battery model at $1,399 with $296 in free gear, the dual 13Ah battery model at $1,699 with $564 in free gear, and the dual 17.5Ah battery model at $1,999 with $713 in free gear. Head below to learn more about this new and improved cargo-commuting solution. Learn more below or through our launch coverage.

Coming in two new colorways (Stratus White and Raindrop Blue), Lectric’s new Xpedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes arrive on the scene with an extended rear rack and a 450-pound payload, which, with the included gear of running boards and padded cushions allows for some serious cargo-hauling capabilities – whether that’s packages, groceries, or other passengers. What’s more, it has been given a new 750W M24 rear hub motor that peaks at 1,310W to provide 28 MPH top speeds, improved acceleration, and more power to climb hills despite all the weight it may be carrying. The three battery options give riders some variety based on just how much traveling they plan to do on it, with the single 13Ah battery propelling it for up to 60 miles with the PAS, while the dual 13Ah batteries bump that up to 120 miles and the dual 17.5Ah batteries take it further to 170 miles. Plus, there’s even a fast charger with 5A output to cut down on the larger capacity’s charging time by 60%.

All three share the same upgraded components, like the adjustable dual spring 50mm front suspension fork, the Shimano 8-speed drivetrain, narrower 20-inch by 2.5-inch wheels with fenders over each, more powerful hydraulic mineral oil disc brakes, the headlamp and taillights with brake lighting and turn signal functionality, the wider-stance kickstand, and a color display.

Lectric XPedition 2.0 13Ah single-battery e-bike with $296 in free gear

Lectric XPedition 2.0 26Ah dual-battery e-bike with $564 in free gear

Lectric XPedition 2.0 35Ah dual-battery e-bike with $713 in free gear

And be sure also to check out the full extent of Lectric’s ongoing Black Friday sale and all the savings that are being offered during this season.

Bluetti AC60 flash sale offers

Bluetti switches up early Black Friday sale with flash sales, new member pricing, and more from $199

Bluetti is changing up pricing as it switches gears into the next phase of its early Black Friday sale, which has also launched its first round of flash sales that have four backup power options reduced by up to 57% while it lasts. Among the offers, we spotted the brand’s AC60 Portable Power Station bundled alongside a 100W solar panel for $399 shipped. Normally this package would cost you $898 at full price, with discounts over 2024 having been particularly sparse. You won’t find this bundle over at Amazon either, though you will find just the power station currently down at $299, after clipping the on-page $200 off coupon. You’re looking at a solid 56% markdown on this bundle while the flash sale persists, slashing $499 off the price tag and landing it at the lowest price we have tracked.

Bluetti’s AC60 provides personal backup power for your devices and small appliances with an expandable 403Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity (up to 2,016Wh) and 600W of output power (surging up to 1,200W) – all provided through its six ports and the lone wireless charging pad. The battery recharges in just one hour when you plug it into a wall outlet, while also offering solar charging in up to three hours with up to 200W of maximum input and an option to connect it to your car for a full charge in up to 5 hours. It’s even been given the usual array of smart controls via the companion app and an IP65 dustproof and water-resistant rating to combat sudden changes in the weather/elements. If you are looking for a bit more capacity, this flash sale is also offering a bundle option to get the power station with a B80 expansion battery for $600, down from $1,398 which bumps things up to 806Wh, or check out the other models below.

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You can browse everything this updated Black Friday sale has to offer by following the link here.

Anker SOLIX C300 solar generator bundles

Anker’s early Black Friday sale drops C300 90,000mAh solar generator bundles to new lows from $200 (Save up to $110)

Looking back in on Anker’s newly launched SOLIX early Black Firday sale, we spotted the best rates yet on its new SOLIX C300 90,000mAh solar generator bundles that give you a 60W panel alongside the station, with the DC bundle down at $199.99 shipped, while the AC bundle has fallen to $259.99 shipped. Normally these two packages would run you $300 and $370, and we’ve only seen one previous discount so far, which popped up at the end of October, taking costs down to $240 and $270. Those rates are being beaten out here today, though, as you’ll benefit from greater markdowns and save $100 or $110 while getting the best new all-time low rates that we have tracked. Both the DC bundle and the AC bundle can also be found matching at Amazon.

Two of the latest releases from Anker, the SOLIX C300 power stations sport much more compact form factors than we normally see in power stations, taking notes from the PowerCore Reserve predecessor, but offering a larger 90,000mAh/288Wh LiFePO4 capacity. The DC model delivers 300W power output, while also reaching a 280W self-recharging speed with the two bi-directional 140W USB-C ports used in conjunction. There are seven ports in total with this unit, as well as an integrated LED light that pops out of its top to illuminate dark spaces, whether you’re indoors or outdoors. The AC model doesn’t need the dual USB usage to hit the same recharging speeds when plugged directly into a wall outlet, and sports eight port options (including the three ACs), as well as a light bar in place of the removed pop-up light.

Be sure to check out Anker’s SOLIX early Black Friday sale that will be running through November 20 and taking up to 51% off a nice collection of backup power options – especially for those looking for home backup support – plus, there are tons of extra savings too.

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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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BYD is selling more EVs than ever, so why is it trimming production in China?

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BYD is selling more EVs than ever, so why is it trimming production in China?

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BYD is coming off its best sales month of the year after slashing EV prices in late May. However, it may not be enough, as several sources claim BYD is cutting production in China due to slowing sales.

Why is BYD cutting EV production in China?

With nearly 382,476 new energy vehicles (NEVs) sold globally in May, BYD notched its best sales month of 2025.

Like most carmakers in China, BYD reports monthly NEV sales, which include fully electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).

BYD’s sales are up 39% through the first five months of the year, with over 1.76 million NEVs sold worldwide. Not including its commercial vehicles, BYD’s passenger vehicle sales are up 37% through May, with over 1.73 million units sold.

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Its battery-electric vehicles (EVs) are leading the growth, with sales up 40% through the first five months of 2025 compared to the same period last year.

According to a few sources, it may still not be enough as BYD vehicles begin to pile up in China. Two people close to the matter told Reuters on Wednesday that BYD has trimmed production at several factories in China. It’s also reportedly delaying plans to add lines to expand output.

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BYD Seagull EV testing with God’s Eye C smart driving system (Source: BYD)

The sources claimed that BYD has cut night shifts and reduced capacity at some plants by at least a third as it faces rising inventory.

Although BYD has yet to confirm, one of the sources reported that at least four BYD plants are now operating at a slower pace.

One source said that the move was aimed at cutting costs and improving efficiency, while the other claimed it was due to BYD failing to meet its sales target.

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(Source: BYD)

If true, the claims could be pretty significant, given BYD’s aggressive price cuts last month. On May 23, BYD slashed prices by up to 34% on 22 of its vehicles.

BYD still expects to sell around 5.5 million vehicles this year, a nearly 30% increase from 2024. Last year, BYD sold over 4.72 million NEVs, up 41% from 2023. However, its annual growth rate has slowed over the past few years.

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BYD “Xi’an” car carrier loading Dolphin Surf EVs for Europe (Source: BYD)

According to data from CnEVPost, BYD’s annual sales growth rate has declined from 218% in 2021 to 208% in 2022 and 62% in 2023.

A survey from the China Automotive Dealer Association last month found that BYD dealers held one of the highest inventory levels, with an average of 3.21 months. In comparison, the industry-wide average was 1.38 months.

Electrek’s Take

With an intensifying EV price war and a wave of low-cost domestic cars flooding the market, Chinese automakers, including BYD, are now looking overseas to drive growth.

BYD is coming off its sixth straight month with record overseas sales in May after selling over 89,000 NEVs outside of China.

After it topped Tesla in monthly vehicle registrations in Europe and the UK this year, BYD launched its most affordable EV earlier this month. The Dolphin Surf is the European version of its top-selling Seagull EV, which can be bought for under $8,000 in China right now.

BYD’s Dolphin Surf arrives as one of the most affordable vehicles in the UK, starting at just £18,650 (about $25,000).

During the launch event, BYD’s special advisor for Europe, Alfredo Altavilla, called (via Autocar) the Dolphin Surf “the missing piece in the A/B-segment.”

According to Altavilla, BYD is launching vehicles in Europe at a faster rate than any other carmaker. “I have zero problem in saying I don’t think there has ever been such a product offensive done in Europe as the one BYD is doing,” he said during the event.

BYD’s sales are expected to double in Europe this year to around 186,000 units. By 2029, S&P Global Mobility forecasts BYD’s sales could reach around 400,000 in Europe. Between its new plants in Hungary and Turkey, BYD is expected to have a combined annual production capacity of over 500,000 units.

And Europe is just one global market. BYD is already a leading EV brand in overseas markets like Brazil, Thailand, Australia, and several other key markets.

Even if the sources’ claims that BYD is cutting production in China are true, the world’s leading EV maker is still expected to see significant growth overseas over the next few years.

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Major US e-bike brand pushes update to boost its bikes’ power

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Aventon, one of the main electric bike makers in the US market, is quietly leveling up the power of its e-bike line, all without needing to buy a new bike. The brand announced yesterday that an over-the-air firmware rollout would activate a new Boost Mode on all its ACU-equipped hub-drive bikes.

According to the company, the update would result in a 20% surge in torque and peak power for up to 30 seconds. The new Boost Mode works in both throttle and pedal-assist riding.

Accessible through Aventon ’s app, Boost Mode gives riders a temporary burst of power in any riding condition, whether tackling a brutal hill or hauling serious cargo while getting rolling after a red light.

That 20% boost might not sound earth-shattering, but on a steep grade or under heavy load, it translates to meaningful assist: stronger acceleration, easier climbs, and more confidence for riders trying to get rolling quickly.

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Once triggered via the mode selector, riders get a 30-second power window followed by a built-in cooldown to keep things reliable.

The update was announced in an email to Aventon’s rider community, though the performance increase included a humorous typo promising “20x” the power instead of 20% more power, which would have worked out to a power level roughly equivalent to a mid-range Zero electric motorcycle.

It looks like they meant to write “20%”, not “20x”

Aventon’s latest generation of smart bikes already come loaded with connectivity features like GPS tracking, anti-theft alarms, and remote locking thanks to the ACU (Aventon Control Unit). But until now, ride performance was limited to what came in the box.

Boost Mode changes that by allowing Aventon to push new power curves directly to riders’ bikes – no hardware swap required. It’s an interesting move that keeps older models feeling fresh and functional, achieving what many manufacturers only promise when launching a new model with claimed OTA update functionality.

JW Zhang, Aventon’s CEO, summed it up: “We’re excited to deliver more features and performance to our riders and continue to lead the category in ride experience and value and technology. When we launched our first ACU bike we promised there was room for additional features and this is just the beginning.”

Just the beginning, you say? Do tell…

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U.S. crude oil rises 1% after steep selloff following Israel-Iran ceasefire

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U.S. crude oil rises 1% after steep selloff following Israel-Iran ceasefire

Iran-Israel worries about cessation of oil flows were overstated: CSIS' Clay Seigle

U.S. crude oil futures rose 1% on Wednesday, after the Iran-Israel ceasefire triggered a steep selloff earlier this week.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures contracts rose 65 cents, or 1.01%, $65.02 per barrel by 9:00 a.m. ET. Global benchmark Brent was last up 69 cents, or 1.03%, at $67.83 per barrel.

Prices briefly jumped to five-month highs after the U.S. bombed three nuclear sites in Iran over the weekend. But futures rapidly sold off on Monday and Tuesday after Iran held back from targeting regional crude supplies, and President Donald Trump pushed Jerusalem and Tehran into a truce.

“With the announcement of a ceasefire [Monday], President Trump called time on the twelve-day Israel-Iran war after successfully executing an escalate to de-escalate strategy,” Helima Croft, head of global commodity strategy at RBC Capital Markets, told clients in a note Tuesday.

“The worst appears over for now,” Croft said, “though the truce still remains fragile.”

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