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We’re closing out the week with a bunch more seasonal savings, with four new exclusive discounts that are giving us the absolute best and lowest prices on Vanpowers’ City Vanture and UrbanGlide e-bikes starting from $629. Right behind it is Bluetti’s official Christmas sale that is taking up to 62% off a solid lineup of power stations and bundles, like the AC300 Portable Power Station and a B300K Expansion Battery returning to its Black Friday pricing of $1,599. From there we have two more e-bike sales, the first being the second phase of Rad Power’s Christmas sales that is taking up to $300 off the selection of e-bikes and also offering free gear up to $200 in value – all starting from $1,299. Right behind is ENGWE’s more budget-friendly e-bike sale with up to $600 discounts and tons of free gear packages, with the popular M20 Dual-Suspension e-bike back at its $899 low, among others. Closing us out is Eve’s Aqua Smart Water Controller that is beating its Black Friday pricing at $103. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s holiday sales from ALLPOWERS, Velotric, Blix, 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.

These four exclusive discounts offer best prices yet on Vanpowers’ commuting e-bikes from $629 (Up to 63% off)

We’ve got four exclusive deals from Wellbots for you that are dropping four Vanpowers e-bikes down to the lowest prices we’ve seen across the board. The biggest discount (and lowest price) out of these models is on the City Vanture Urban e-bike for $629.10 shipped, after using the promo code 9TO5BIKE10 at checkout for an additional 10% off. Normally $1,699 at Wellbots, with a larger $1,749 price tag direct from Vanpowers, we saw this model hit its former low of $840 back in 2023 direct from the manufacturer. That long-awaited low is being beaten out here today with this combined 63% markdown that slashes a massive $1,070 off its price tag and marks a new all-time low price going forward.

Vanpowers’ City Vanture e-bike is equipped with a 350W rear hub motor and powered by a smaller 252Wh battery – with everything supported by five levels of pedal assistance (but there’s no throttle here). This combination of tech provides a 25 MPH top speed and normally 50 miles on a single charge (which can be bumped up to 80 miles when taking advantage of the extra battery discount).

Sporting a sleek, aluminum alloy frame, it weighs in at just 34 pounds, complimenting its minimalist design and making it a more manageable model for folks who live in walk-up apartment buildings and the like. It features a seamlessly integrated battery into the main bar, both hiding and protecting it from sight and/or harm. You’ll also find that it comes with 28-inch Kenda tires, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a Gates CDN belt drive to pedal the bike without assistance, and an integrated LCD display with an IP66 waterproof rating.

***Note: Don’t forget to use the promo code 9TO5BIKE10 at checkout to score the best possible savings on these e-bikes! The additional savings have been factored in below.

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Bluetti power station Christmas sale

Save up to 62% on Bluetti power stations, bundles, more starting from $149 with bonus gifts in Christmas sale

Bluetti’s decking the halls with boughs of savings during its newly launched Christmas sale through December 23, taking 57% off power stations, bundles, and accessories at the same time that it’s offering special members-only pricing, giving away gifts, and even offering an additional 5% sitewide discount. One notable offer this season for folks looking for a reliable home backup solution is the AC300 Portable Power Station bundled alongside a B300K Expansion Battery for $1,599 shipped. Normally sitting at a $2,499 price tag here with a higher $2,999 rate coming from Amazon, we mainly saw it keep above $1,999 until Labor Day sales when the price was brought lower to $1,750, with the most recent Black Friday pricing taking costs down to $1,599. This rate is returning here today, giving you $900 in savings and a second chance at the lowest price we have tracked.

As I mentioned before, Bluetti is offering some additional bonuses during this sale, starting with a 5% sitewide discount for added savings when you use the promo code AFF5OFF at checkout. You can also get some gifts from the brand by simply subscribing, while other gifts are being given at certain purchase thresholds: T-shirts along with any purchase over $1,000, sweatshirts with any purchase over $2,000, and a K6 337Wh power bank with a purchase over $3,000.

Power outages will be far less of a concern for you with this backup bundle from Bluetti, which delivers a 2,764.8Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity that you can add more batteries to in order to expand further up to 22,118.4Wh. There are 16 ports on this unit to tackle all your devices and appliances, with seven AC ports (including a 120V TT-30 port), four USB-A ports, two DC ports, a single USB-C port, and two 15W wireless charging pads. It dishes out power up to 3,000W that surges up to 6,000W, and comes with four different ways to recharge the main unit – plugged into a standard wall outlet, hooked up to a maximum 2,400W solar input, connected to a car port, and even dual-charging capabilities when using both AC and solar together.

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Rad Power’s second phase of Christmas savings drops RadExpand 5 folding e-bike to $1,299

Rad Power has switched into the second phase of its Christmas sales through December 18 with up to $300 discounts on four e-bikes along with some additional free gear promotions. Leading the group with the biggest savings is the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike which has dropped to $1,299 shipped. Carrying a full price of $1,599 outside of these sales, we’ve been regularly seeing it drop to $1,299 when getting discounts, with a few others bringing things lower to $1,249, and one sale in October hitting the $1,199 low. You’ll be saving $300 here today at the third-lowest price we have tracked.

The RadExpand 5 is Rad Power’s most popular storage-saving commuter solution that comes with a folding frame to condense its size to a more manageable one to better fit in tighter spaces, closets, car trunks, RVs, and more. It provides you with a 20 MPH top speed with up to 45+ miles of travel courtesy of the pairing between the 750W brushless geared hub motor and a 672Wh battery. There are four low-profile cadence-sensing PAS levels here that help you get the most out of its mileage, or you can use the throttle for all-electric riding at a decreased range.

Among its additional features, you’ll have a 7-speed MicroShift derailleur, a standard LED headlight alongside an integrated taillight that offers brake light functionality, both of which automatically activate when daylight drops low enough. You’ll also get some cargo-hauling support from the integrated rear rack with a 55-pound limit, as well as fenders to go over both wheels, a water-resistant wiring harness, and an LED display.

More Rad Power phase 2 Christmas sale e-bike deals:

  • RadRunner 2 Utility e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,499)
    • 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles
    • Plus free accessory under $200
    • add both to cart for automatic discount
  • RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,799)
    • 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles
    • comes with free Ballard Cargo Bag
    • add both to cart for automatic accessory discount
  • RadRunner Plus Utility e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,799)
    • 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles
    • Plus free accessory under $200
    • add both to cart for automatic discount
ENGWE Christmas sale

ENGWE’s Christmas Holiday sale drops the M20 dual-suspension e-bike to $899 low with free gear

ENGWE’s Christmas Holiday sale is taking up to $600 off its massive lineup of affordable e-bike models with free upgrade gear getting tacked on too. One notable favorite is the M20 Dual-Suspension e-bike that is starting from $899 shipped. Normally going for $1,199 most days, we saw this same low price during the brand’s previous Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale. The $200 discount brings costs even more into the affordable range for riders on a tight budget, delivering you a reliable EV at the lowest price we have tracked. Along with your purchase, you’ll also be getting $59 in free accessories.

ENGWE’s M20 e-bike cruises along at up to 28 MPH top speeds thanks to the pairing of its 750W brushless motor with a choice between the standard 13Ah battery that provides a 47-mile travel range or the upgraded 26Ah dual-battery model that bumps things up to 94 to 150 miles for an additional $100 during this sale (depending on the settings you’re riding at). There are five levels of PAS here along with a throttle for pure electric action too. Additional features include a pair of 20-inch fat tires, standard disc brakes, a Shimano 7-speed derailleur, and an LCD display.

At a slightly higher price is the newer M20 2.0 full-suspension model starting at $999 for the single 15.6Ah battery or you can double up with the 31.2Ah battery model for $1,199. This model provides the same top speed with a base 80-mile travel range that doubles up to 162 miles with dual batteries. It also gets some upgrades in the form of off-roading fat tires, hydraulic disc brakes, and more. You’ll also be getting $158 in free gear here, as well.

***Note: many of the following e-bikes have similar choices for single-battery or dual-battery builds, with the prices and specs below being given for the standard single-battery models.

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Eve Aqua smart water controller

Expand outdoor water systems with HomeKit control via Eve’s Aqua smart water controller at $103

Amazon is now offering the Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller at a lower rate than we saw for Black Friday at $103.35 shipped. It has spent most of the year at its full $150 rate, with far fewer price cuts than we got in 2023, keeping mostly above $120. While we have seen it go for less in the past, you’re still looking at a solid $47 in savings here that beats out its Black Friday pricing by $7, giving you the opportunity to expand your outdoor spigots with HomeKit smart controls at a significantly reduced rate.

You won’t have to worry about acquiring an additional bridge or gateway for Eve’s Aqua smart water controller to get the full extent of controls for your sprinkler/irrigation system here, accessed through the companion app or Siri and coming with Thread compatibility. Once you’ve attached it, you can start setting schedules to have your garden automatically watered – with the system also keeping track of your water usage rates and shutting it off when things get to be too high, saving you from babysitting your meter or accidentally flooding your yard. It also comes fully compatible with popular hose systems and multi-channel water distributors like Gardena or Kärcher.

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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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Podcast: Xiaomi shocks with YU7, Tesla Robotaxi launch, Rivian brings back tank mode, and more

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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Xiaomi shocking the industry with YU7, Tesla’s Robotaxi launch, Rivian bringing back tank mode, and more.

The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.

Today, the episode is live at 12:15 a.m instead due to Fred’s travels in China and Seth’s in.

As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

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After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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US solar sets new records as renewables nearly match natural gas – EIA

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Solar provided over 10% of total US electrical generation in April, wind and solar produced almost one-quarter, and the mix of all renewable energy generated nearly a third, according to data just released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

Solar set new records in April and the first third of 2025

EIA’s latest monthly “Electric Power Monthly” report (with data through April 30, 2025), which was reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign, confirms that solar continues to be the fastest-growing source of US electricity.

In April alone, electrical generation by utility-scale solar (>1 MW) increased by 39.3% while “estimated” small-scale (e.g., rooftop) solar PV increased by 11.8%. Combined, they grew by 31.3% and provided 10.7% of US electrical output.

Utility-scale solar thermal and PV expanded by 42.4% while that from small-scale systems rose by 11.4% during the first third of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. The combination of utility-scale and small-scale solar increased by 32.9% and was almost 7.7% of total US electrical generation for January-April, up from 6.1% a year earlier.

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As a result, solar-generated electricity easily surpassed hydropower output, at 6.0%. In fact, solar is now producing more electricity than hydropower, biomass, and geothermal combined.

Wind is still the renewable energy leader

Wind turbines produced 12.6% of US electricity in the first four months of 2025. Their output was 5.9% greater than the year before.

In April alone, wind provided 13.9% of US electricity supply, essentially equal to the share provided by coal.

Wind and solar now outproduce coal and nuclear

During the first third of 2025, electrical generation by wind plus utility-scale and small-scale solar provided 20.3% of the US total, up from 18.5% during the first four months of 2024. In just the month of April, solar plus wind accounted for 24.6% of US electrical output.

During the first four months of this year, the combination of wind and solar provided 20.2% more electricity than did coal, and 13.8% more than US nuclear power plants. In April alone, the disparity increased significantly when solar + wind outproduced coal and nuclear power by 77.1% and 40.2%, respectively.

Renewables are closing in on natural gas

The mix of all renewables (wind and solar plus hydropower, biomass, and geothermal) produced 10.3% more electricity in January-April than they did a year ago (9.7% more in April alone) and provided 27.7% of total US electricity production compared to 26.3% 12 months earlier.

Electrical generation by the combination of all renewables in April alone reached a new record and provided 32.8% of total US electrical generation. Moreover, renewables are now approaching the share provided by natural gas (35.1%), whose electrical output actually dropped by 4.4% during the month.  

For perspective, five years ago, in April 2020, the mix of renewables provided 24.4% of total electrical generation while natural gas accounted for 38.8%.

Consequently, the mix of renewables has further strengthened its position as the second largest source of electrical generation, behind only natural gas, with the gap closing rapidly.

Ken Bossong, the SUN DAY Campaign’s executive director, noted:

Solar is now the fastest-growing major source of electricity and is generating more than hydropower, biomass, and geothermal combined, while wind plus solar provides more electricity than either coal or nuclear power, and the mix of all renewables is nearly matching the output of natural gas.

Yet, the Trump administration and the Republican Congress are seeking to pull the rug out from underneath renewables in favor of dirtier and more expensive fossil fuel and nuclear technologies. What are they thinking?

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Here’s a look at the Kia EV4 GT before you’re supposed to see it [Video]

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Kia’s upcoming EV4 GT is gunning for the Tesla Model 3 Performance, but it’s expected to undercut the price. Could this be the affordable electric sports car we’ve been waiting for? A new video shows the Kia EV4 GT driving on US streets ahead of its debut.

Kia EV4 GT is testing in the US ahead of its debut

After launching it in Korea in April, some are already calling Kia’s first electric sedan “a box office hit.” The EV4 was the best-selling domestic electric sedan in Korea in May, its second month on the market.

Kia’s electric sedan starts at just 41.92 million won, or around $30,000 in Korea. When it arrives in the US and Europe, the entry-level EV is expected to start at about $35,000 to $40,000 (€35,000).

With its sleek, fastback silhouette, the EV4 already looks like a sports car, making it an ideal candidate for a high-performance upgrade. All the EV4 needs is a little added power. Don’t worry, Kia plans to turn up the heat very soon.

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We caught our first glimpse of the interior earlier this month after a prototype was spotted outside of a Kia facility in Korea.

A new video is giving us a closer look at the Kia EV4 GT being tested in the US for the first time. The video from the folks at KindelAuto reveals a few design elements you can expect to see, like Kia’s vertical LED headlights with its signature Star Map lighting.

Although it’s still covered, you can expect to see Kia’s new Tiger Face grille design, which aligns with its latest electric models, including the EV9 and EV3.

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Kia EV4 GT-Line (Source: Kia)

We will have to wait until closer to launch for final prices and specs, but like Kia’s other GT vehicles, the EV4 GT is expected to feature an AWD dual-motor powertrain.

It will sit under the EV6 GT, which boasts 576 hp, enabling a 0 to 60 mph sprint time of 3.4 seconds. Will the smaller EV4 GT top it? With recent advancements in battery and powertrain technology, it wouldn’t be a surprise.

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Kia EV4 GT-Line (Source: Kia)

Kia will launch the EV4 in the US later this year with an EPA-estimated driving range of up to 330 miles. Additionally, it will feature a built-in NACS port, allowing it to recharge at Tesla Superchargers. With the base model expected to start at around $35,000, the high-performance GT variant could cost around $50,000 to $55,000.

In comparison, the Tesla Model 3 Performance starts at $54,990 with an EPA-est range of 298 miles. It can also accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds.

Would you pick the Kia EV4 GT for around $50,000, or are you sticking with the Tesla Model 3 Performance? Got a better option in mind? Drop us a comment below.

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