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Leading today’s Green Deals is the latest Christmas sale that we spotted from NIU, with up to 42% being taken off its e-scooter lineup, like the KQi2 Pro Electric Kick Scooter that hit a new $379 2024 low. From there, we have a returning low price on Goal Zero’s Yeti 1500X Portable Power Station at $779, as well as a new low rate for Hoverfly’s entry-level H3 16-inch Folding e-bike down at $423. Lastly, we have two Rexing EV charger adapters and one extension cable for Tesla drivers/owners at up to $100 off and starting from $50. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Jackery Christmas flash sale that ends tonight, 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.

NIU Christmas sale drops beginner-friendly KQi2 Pro electric kick scooter to new $379 2024 low

NIU’s Christmas sale is offering plenty of low prices – returning and new – through December 24 on a small collection of KQi series electric kick scooters at up to 42% off. One notable new price is on the beginner-friendly KQi2 Pro Electric Kick Scooter that is down at $379 shipped. Usually going for $649 outside of these sales, this model ended last year at the $369 low that hasn’t been seen again since. Over 2024, discounts have kept the price above $380 (usually over $400), but that’s changing here today as its previous Black Friday rate gets beaten out by $1, saving you $270 at the lowest price of the year – only $10 above the all-time low from 2023. You’ll also find this same scooter matching in price at Amazon.

A great and affordable pick for both newbie riders and veterans who don’t want to shell out too much cash, NIU’s KQi2 Pro electric kick scooter arrives as a balanced model to assist you through most commuting needs. You’ll get a 25-mile travel range on a single charge at up to top speeds of 17.4 MPH thanks to the paired 300W motor and 48V battery. It even sports regenerative brakes to extend your riding time by recycling energy alongside the four riding modes (e-save, sport, custom, pedestrian). The IP54 water-resistance protections here ensure being caught in sudden inclement weather or riding after the fact won’t threaten the scooter’s life. You’ll also be getting an LED headlight and taillight, a secondary front drum brake, a foldable body, and an LED dashboard display to adjust settings – which you can also do through the companion app on your smartphone.

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NIU’s Christmas sale is even offering a bunch of bundle options to save on two e-scooters bought together, which you can browse in full on the landing page here.

Goal Zero Yeti 1500X power station

Through its official Amazon storefront, Goal Zero is offering a return low on its Yeti 1500X Portable Power Station at $779.18 shipped, after clipping the on-page $500 off coupon. Normally going for $1,300 these days, but priced at $1,279 since November, it’s spent most of the year keeping between $1,100 and $1,234 on Amazon. We spotted it hitting this same rate on Black Friday and holding out until Cyber Monday’s end, but that same low price is back again today to save you $521. There are also two discounted bundle options here, with the station coming with a 100W solar panel for $866, after clipping the on-page $584 off coupon, or with two accordion-folding 200W solar panels for $1,775, after clipping the on-page $220 off coupon.

More of an outdoor and job site-tailored brand of backup power solutions, Goal Zero’s Yeti 1500X power station provides you with a 1,516Wh battery capacity that dishes out an impressive 2,000W output that surges up to 3,500W. Through its 10 output ports, you can keep the power on for devices, appliances, tools, and more. The battery takes up to 14 hours to recharge via a wall outlet, which can be sped up to just 3-hour charge times with a Goal Zero Yeti X 600W Power Supply. You can also utilize up to its 600W max input to take advantage of solar charging, as well as an additional recharge option by connecting it to your car.

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Hoverfly’s H3 16-inch folding e-bike is an affordable entry-level option for beginners at new $423 low

We just spotted a great collection of beginner-friendly e-bike deals at Amazon on the Hoverfly H3 16-inch Folding e-bike starting from $423.20 shipped for its black and white colorways, with the other colorways getting some decent savings too. Down from its $500 price tag here, with higher $560+ rates direct from Hoverfly and elsewhere, we saw it drop furthest in price back over September when it hit $425. That rate is getting beaten out here today though, saving you $77 off the going rate ($137+ off its higher MSRPs) and carving out a new all-time low price by $2. It even beats out its pricing direct from Hoverfly right now that has it down at $530.

A great starter bike that certainly won’t break the bank, Hoverfly’s H3 model provides a solid 15.5 MPH max speed from its 350W brushless hub motor (500W peak) that is powered by the removable 280.8Wh battery, with added support from its three simplified riding modes: a traditional bike mode, electric mode, and PAS mode. When it is switched to the PAS mode, you’ll benefit from support for up to 25 miles on one charge. It features fully adjustable handlebars and saddle to fit a wider range of rider heights, as well as front shock absorbers, an integrated rear cargo rack, a headlight and taillight, 16-inch wheels, and a foldable bike frame.

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Rexing EV charger adapters for Tesla drivers

Save up to $100 on these EV charger adapters and extension cable for Tesla drivers starting at $50

Tesla drivers are in luck today as Best Buy is offering some solid discounts across three popular Tesla-focused add-on adapters, starting with the Rexing J1772 to Tesla EV Charger Adapter for $49.99 shipped. Normally priced at $80, we’ve mainly seen this adapter drop to either $50 or the $45 low during one-day sales, with the savings today taking $30 off the price to return costs to the second-lowest price. This device arrives rated for a maximum 80A input and a 240V output, allowing Tesla drivers to gain wider access to level 1 and 2 EV chargers by using home and portable setups your non-Tesla driving family and friends may have.

If you happen to own a Tesla S, 3, X, or Y – or if you’re looking to grab a last-minute gift for someone who does – there’s also the Rexing CCS to Tesla Adapter for $130, down from $200. We have seen it go for $100 much earlier in the year, but more often than not it usually only sees a drop to $150, so this 35% markdown is a great opportunity at some extra savings. Adding this adapter to your glovebox gives you wider-ranging charging access at over 5,000 CCS level 3 fast-charging stations across the country, providing you with up to 250kW or 250A speeds.

Lastly, suppose you happen to own one of Tesla’s home chargers, like the popular level 2 Wall Connector or the Universal Wall Connector, or you regularly frequent other charger stations with a lack of reach. In that case, you may want to add on some extra length to the cable with Rexing’s Tesla Extension Charging Cable for $200, saving you $100 off the usual going price. Fully compatible with the many chargers and connectors for the Tesla Models S/3/X and Y EVs, you’ll get an additional 20 feet of length now with this cable, which supports up to 240V/48A speeds. Do remember though, it unfortunately does not work with the supercharger stations.

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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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The 2026 Polestar 4 is officially on sale in the US, priced slightly higher than originally promised

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The 2026 Polestar 4 is officially on sale in the US, priced slightly higher than originally promised

2026 Polestar 4

Polestar announced it has officially opened up sales of its long-promised 4 crossover SUV as a 2026 model, available to US customers starting today. Below, we’ve included performance specs and pricing separated by each model variant.

The Polestar 4 is the, you guessed it, fourth model from the Geely-owned, Swedish-designed automaker. The 4 was unveiled in 2023 before it kicked off production in China later that year.

Those EVs were followed by deliveries to Europe and Australia in 2024, although US customers have had to continue to wait. In April 2024, Polestar said it was officially opening orders for the 4 in the US, starting at $54,900 and available in eight (yes, eight) different variants, built in North America.

Deliveries were expected to follow in Q2 2025, but Polestar faced several hurdles, including the appointment of a new CEO and the looming threat of tariffs from the Trump Administration. As such, Polestar has regrouped and returned with updated timelines for its latest model.

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As of this morning, the Polestar 4 is on sale in the US as a 2026 model that will initially be assembled in Korea. It starts at $56,400. You can learn more below.

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The 2026 Polestar 4 is FINALLY on sale in North America

Per the automaker, the 2026 Polestar 4 is officially on sale in the United States and can now be configured at Polestar.com. When it was still a 2025 model, Polestar said the 4 would be built alongside its 3 sibling in North America, but things have changed, at least as US sales begin.

2026 Polestar 4 EVs destined for North America will instead be built in Busan, South Korea. Per the head of Polestar North America, Rick Bryant:

Following the successful launch of Polestar 4 in other markets around the world, we  are thrilled to open the order books for the 2026 Polestar 4 in North America, which will  all be built in Busan, South Korea. Polestar 4 confidently enters the premium performance class within the D-SUV  segment. Our SUV coupe’s innovative design offers generous interior space and a  stunning appearance. Coupled with the assembled-in-the-U.S. Polestar 3, we now offer  two dynamic SUV options for North American customers

As a 2026 model, Polestar appears to have slightly trimmed down its 4 variants, now offering five options for North American customers. Here’s how they break down:

2026 Polestar 4 Variant Drivetrain Battery
Capacity		 Max Charge Rate (DC) EPA Range (Est.) Power Torque Acceleration (0-60 mph) Starting MSRP*
Long Range Single Motor (w/ standard Pilot Pack) RWD 100 kWh 200 kW 300 miles 272 hp 253 lb-ft 6.9 seconds $56,400
Long Range Single Motor (w/ Pilot and Plus Pack) RWD 100 kWh 200 kW 300 miles 272 hp 253 lb-ft 6.9 seconds $61,900
Long Range Dual Motor (w/ standard Pilot Pack) AWD 100 kWh 200 kW 270 miles 544 hp 506 lb-ft 3.7 seconds $62,900
Long Range Dual Motor (w/ Pilot and Plus Pack) AWD 100 kWh 200 kW 270 miles 544 hp 506 lb-ft 3.7 seconds $68,400
Long Range Dual Motor (w/ Pilot, Plus and Performance Pack) AWD 100 kWh 200 kW 270 miles 544 hp 506 lb-ft 3.7 seconds $72,900
* – Prices do not include destination fees of $1,400.

You can see how the promised initial variants compare here. It looks like Polestar nixed any variant that initially had a “Pro Pack.” The automaker has also removed the Long Range Single Motor trim, which was supposed to start at an MSRP of $54,900. That’s why the current MSRPs seem higher, albeit only slightly if at all.

Polestar pointed out that its Long Range Dual Motor variant of the 2026 4 is its fastest production model to date, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds. I’d take that all day.

Production for North American customers of the 2026 Polestar 4 is expected to begin in South Korea this summer, followed by initial customer deliveries this fall. What do you guys think? Will the Polestar 4 be worth the wait?

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Tesla (TSLA) sales continue to crash in Europe as it clings to a fluke in Norway

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Tesla (TSLA) sales continue to crash in Europe as it clings to a fluke in Norway

Tesla’s sales continue to crash in Europe despite the availability of the new Model Y and record discounts.

However, the automaker clings to a good month in Norway, which is not particularly impressive in comparison and could prove to be a fluke.

More data is starting to come from European markets about Tesla sales from May.

Yesterday, we reported on Tesla’s disastrous performance in France, which was even worse than the first quarter despite the new Model Y now being available.

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Now, the latest data confirms that similar declines are continuing for Tesla in Europe in Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, and other markets:

The only two markets that haven’t seen declines in May are Norway and Austria.

While Tesla isn’t commenting on any of the markets where its sales are crashing, the automaker quickly promoted its surprising performance in Norway:

However, it is worth nothing that the 213% increase in deliveries is compared to a particularly bad May 2024 for Tesla.

For comparison, here are Tesla’s deliveries in the second month of each quarter over the prior two years:

It’s clear that the anomaly was more with May 2024 than incredible performance in May 2025 – even though there’s no doubt that Tesla’s sales have recovered in Norway last month.

That’s partly due to Tesla offering record discounts, including zero-interest financing on the new Model Y.

The automaker has been offering similar incentives throughout Europe, but it isn’t having as much success with it.

With most of the data from the month of May coming in, Tesla’s Q2 deliveries in Europe are currently tracking below the already disastrous Q1 performance, which Tesla blamed on the Model Y changeover.

Electrek’s Take

Tesla can try to frame this however it wants, but the data is clear: Tesla’s sales are dropping like a rock in Europe despite the availability of the new Model Y and record incentives like zero-interest financing.

2,500 Norwegians buying Tesla vehicles in May isn’t compensating for the declines in other markets and I doubt that the surge in May in Norway is going to be sustainable in the second half, especially if Tesla ends the zero-interest financing when it claims it will at the end of the quarter.

At this point, what Tesla needs in Europe is to be completely dissociated from its CEO and a more updated EV lineup that includes smaller and more affordable vehicles, like the Kia EV3, Volve EX30, etc.

Unfortunately, its CEO is too focused on false promises regarding autonomy to bring those vehicles to market.

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Constellation Energy rallies 15% on Meta nuclear power deal

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Constellation Energy rallies 15% on Meta nuclear power deal

A cyclist rides past the Meta sign outside the headquarters of Facebook parent company Meta Platforms in Mountain View, California, on Nov. 9, 2022.

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Meta has signed a 20-year agreement to buy nuclear power from Constellation Energy, continuing the wave of tech giants teaming up with the industry in order to meet the growing power needs of data centers.

Beginning in June 2027, Meta will buy roughly 1.1 gigawatts of energy from Constellation’s Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois, which is the entire output from the site’s one nuclear reactor. The companies said the long-term agreement will support the continuing operation of the plant, as well as its relicensing. Without the commitment from Meta, the plant was in danger of closing when its zero-emission credit, which it’s relied on since 2017, expired.

“We are proud to partner with Meta. … They figured out that supporting the relicensing and expansion of existing plants is just as impactful as finding new sources of energy,” said Joe Dominguez, Constellation’s president and CEO. “Sometimes the most important part of our journey forward is to stop taking steps backwards.”

Terms of the deal, which will also expand Clinton’s output by 30 megawatts, were not disclosed. The plant will not power Meta’s data centers directly – instead it will continue to provide power to the regional grid, while contributing to the tech giant’s goal of 100% clean electricity.

Constellation shares rallied more than 15% on the agreement.

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Tuesday’s announcement is the latest in a slew of deals between big tech and the nuclear industry. In September, Constellation said it would restart Three Mile Island – the site of the worst nuclear meltdown in U.S. history – and sell the power to Microsoft under a 20-year agreement.  

Google recently pledged to fund the development of three new nuclear sites, after last year teaming up with small modular reactor developer Kairos Power. Amazon invested more than $500 million to develop SMRs in October, and bought a data center campus powered by the Susquehanna nuclear plant in March 2024. Tech giants, including Amazon, Google and Meta, signed a pledge in March led by the World Nuclear Association calling for nuclear energy worldwide to triple by 2050.

Still, the deal with Constellation marks Meta’s first official foray into nuclear. In December, the company put out a request for proposals to find nuclear energy developers to partner with, saying they wanted to add between one and four gigawatts of new nuclear generation in the U.S. That proposal, which is focused on advanced nuclear, remains in progress, and stands apart from the company’s backing of the Clinton facility.

“Securing clean, reliable energy is necessary to continue advancing our AI ambitions,” said Urvi Parekh, head of global energy at Meta. “We are proud to help keep the Clinton plant operating for years to come and demonstrate that this plant is an important piece to strengthening American leadership in energy.”

President Donald Trump recently signed four executive orders aimed at speeding nuclear deployment, setting a target of quadrupling U.S. nuclear energy by 2050. The executive orders call for, among other things, an overhaul of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, as well as building out a domestic supply chain for nuclear fuel.

The White House has also called for faster regulatory approval for reactors – including small modular reactors. In the past, nuclear projects have been plagued by high upfront costs and long construction timelines. The industry is hoping that SMRs can be a more cost-effective way to scale up nuclear power. At present, there are no operational SMRs in the U.S.

Constellation said Tuesday that it is considering seeking a new permit from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to possibly build a small modular reactor at the Clinton site.

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