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I hope everyone’s holidays were merry and filled with good food and better company! Closing out this week’s Green Deals is the Anker SOLIX New Year Sale which is not only extending its Christmas savings into 2025 but also offering short-lived flash sale lows through the weekend, with one being the C800 Plus Portable Power Station at its $429 Cyber Monday low while it lasts. There are also Samsung’s AI Combo Electric Washer and Ventless Dryer, which are down at $2,199 for the rest of the year, as well as several other Bespoke smart appliance deals. And we’ve got two one-day-only discounts from Best Buy too – first, on the Hyper 26-inch Electric Mountain Bike at a new $550 low, while Greenworks’ 80V 22-inch Cordless Electric Snow Blower is down at $570. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page.

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.

Anker SOLIX New Year weekend flash sale returns C800 Plus 768Wh LiFePO4 power station to $429 low

Anker SOLIX has switched from its Christmas savings to its New Year sale through January 5, with up to 50% markdowns across its lineup of popular power stations, bundles, and accessories. There are three notable low prices we’re seeing during the event, coming in the form of short-term flash sales through December 29, with the C800 Plus Portable Power Station starting the lowest at $429 shipped. Down from its usual $649 price tag, we only saw this rate once before during the short-lived Cyber Monday deal that the brand offered, which is returning here today to give you a second chance at the lowest price we have tracked, saving you $220 in the process.

Anker’s C800 Plus comes as a multi-capable backup solution that has been tailored for camping trips specifically, with two water-resistant LED camping lights that sport three modes (candlelight, flood light, and flashlight) lasting for up to 8 hours at a time before needing to be stowed back in the integrated compartment to recharge. The power station itself provides you with a 768Wh LiFePO4 capacity, covering devices and small appliances with up to 1,200W of output (1,600W surging) through its 10 port options. You’ll be able to return the battery to its full capacity in just 58 minutes when connected to a wall outlet, or you can use up to 300W of solar input to get 80% battery in 2.3 hours.

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And if you want to check out the deals on larger setups for the SOLIX F2000 and F3800 power stations, as well as the selection of discounted accessories, be sure to check out our original coverage of all this sale has to offer here, or you can browse the sale’s main landing page at your own leisure.

Hyper 26-inch electric mountain bike

For the rest of the day grab Hyper’s 26-inch electric mountain bike at new $550 low

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the first notable discount from its warehouse on the Hyper 26-inch Electric Mountain Bike at $549.99 shipped. This e-bike model would normally cost you $1,000 at full price, with discounts often coming directly from Hyper or third-party vendors. Today, you’re looking at the first discount we’ve seen from Best Buy, slashing $450 off the price tag and landing it at a new all-time low that will only last through the rest of the day. The closest model you can find from Hyper at the moment is a less advanced 250W model that is not only sitting at a higher $598 rate, but is also out of stock.

Getting into e-bikes doesn’t have to be an endeavor that breaks the bank, and this electric mountain bike from Hyper is one of the many examples of just how true that statement is. It arrives with a 350W rear hub motor and a 36V battery, providing you with up to 20 MPH top speeds for up to 20 miles of PAS support on a single four-hour charge. Aside from its 50-pound weight that makes managing it far easier, especially in urban environments and living situations, it also comes stocked with a 6-speed derailleur, rugged mountain bike tires, and a front shock suspension.

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Samsung’s AI Combo all-in-one electric washer and ventless dryer at $2,199 through the rest of the year

Samsung is offering its Bespoke AI Combo All-in-One Electric Washer and Ventless Dryer for $2,199 shipped. Normally priced at $3,324, we’ve seen it discounted frequently over the year, with its lowest prices usually averaging around $2,199, though we did see it go as low as $1,899 direct from Samsung and $1,700 from Best Buy. Today, you’re looking at the fourth-lowest price overall and the third-lowest direct from Samsung’s sales, saving you $1,125 on this laundry upgrade. You’ll also have the option to score a two-year Samsung Care+ plan for just $1 (normally $149) and free installation worth $25. This is the lowest current price we can find, with Best Buy offering it at $1 higher.

This all-in-one ENERGY STAR appliance from Samsung utilizes AI to take the hassle off of laundry management while also increasing its energy efficiency, as it will identify and adjust settings depending on different fabric types and their soil levels. On top of this, its dual-inverter heat pump tech pairs with the AI systems to calculate and predict your electricity costs to “reduce energy usage by up to 19%.” Another of its notable features (prominently displayed in its name) is the ventless design that gives you far more freedom to place it wherever is most convenient in your home, no longer needing to keep it next to a dedicated exhaust vent.

The detergent tank here sports a much larger capacity, holding up to 47 loads worth of detergent so you don’t have to regularly worry about filling and refilling in between laundry loads – plus, it also has a Flex One compartment that takes that convenience to the next level as it can be split between 25 loads of detergent and 34 loads of softener. It’s also been given self-cleaning and self-drying tech to keep laundry coming out fresh, smart controls via the SmartThings app (as well as hands-free voice controls), the EPA’s seal of approval, and much more.

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Greenworks 80V 22-inch cordless electric snow blower

Clear a 6-car driveway with Greenworks’ 80V 22-inch cordless electric snow blower at $570 (Today only)

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 22-inch Cordless Electric Snow Blower for $569.99 shipped. Normally this model would run you $800 at full price, with discounts very sparse this year, the biggest of them being a fall to the $450 low back at the start of the year. For today only you can take advantage of this 29% markdown that takes $230 off the usual going rate and lets you properly equip for snow removals at the second-lowest price we have tracked. You’ll also find it currently matching in price at Amazon.

Now that winter is here and snowfall has long begun, you may be realizing your need for a reliable means to clear it all out of the way. This Greenworks snow blower arrives sporting a digitally controlled brushless motor that is powered by the included 4.0Ah battery and gives you enough runtime to clear out a 6-car driveway on a single charge. It clears out a 22-inch path with a depth of up to 10 inches, with its 180-degree rotating chute tossing it up to 20 feet out of your pathways. It features an auger-assist system for heavier snow and ice that hasn’t been too tightly packed down, as well as LED lights for visibility at darker hours and a foldable design for easier storage options.

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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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Elon Musk claims Tesla will double US production in next two years, let’s do the math

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Elon Musk claims Tesla will double US production in next two years, let's do the math

Elon Musk said today that Tesla will double its electric vehicle production in the US in the next two years.

What would that look like? Let’s do the math.

Today, during a press conference to promote Tesla at the White House, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the following:

“As a function of the great policies of President Trump and his administration, and as an act of faith in America, Tesla is going to double vehicle output in the United States within the next two years.”

This raises many questions, as Musk’s phrasing of the statement suggests that Tesla is planning to add previously unannounced production capacity in response to Trump’s policies.

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However, the reality could be different.

What is Tesla’s current production capacity in the US?

We only know Tesla’s installed capacity, which is much different than its actual production rate.

This is Tesla’s latest disclosed global production capacity at the end of 2024:

Region Model Capacity Status
California Model S / Model X 100,000 Production
Model 3 / Model Y >550,000 Production
Shanghai Model 3 / Model Y >950,000 Production
Berlin Model Y >375,000 Production
Texas Model Y >250,000 Production
Cybertruck >125,000 Production
Cybercab — In development
Nevada Tesla Semi — Pilot production
TBD Roadster — In development

In the US, it adds up to 1,025,000 vehicles per year.

In reality, Tesla’s factories are operating at a much lower capacity.

Based on sales and inventory from 2024, Tesla is currently building fewer than 50,000 Model S/X vehicles per year compared to an installed capacity of 100,000 units.

As for Model 3 and Model Y, Tesla is currently building them in the US at a rate of about 600,000 units per year compared to claimed installed capacity of over 800,000 units.

Finally, the Cybertruck is being produced at a rate of less than 50,000 units per year compared to an installed capacity of over 125,000 units.

This adds up to Tesla producing 700,000 units per year in the US in 2024.

What will be Tesla’s new capacity?

Considering Musk mentioned that it will happen “within the next two years”, it is unlikely that he is referring to installed capacity.

The CEO is most likely talking about Tesla’s actual production, which would also make sense, especially considering he mentioned “output.”

Tesla currently outputs roughly 700,000 vehicles per year in the US.

Doubling that would mean bringing the total to 1.4 million units per year, which would be an incredible feat, but it’s not entirely a new plan for Tesla.

First off, Tesla has already announced plans to unveil two new, more affordable models this year. These models are going to be built on the same production lines as Model 3/Y, which would potentially enable Tesla to fully utilize its installed capacity for those vehicles.

That’s another 200,000 units already.

As already mentioned in Tesla’s installed capacity table, the company is currently developing its production facility for the Tesla Semi electric truck in Nevada.

Production is expected to start later this year and ramp up next year. Tesla has previously mentioned a goal of 50,000 units per year. It would leave Tesla roughly a year and half to ramp up to this capacity, which is ambitious, but not impossible.

Then there’s the “Cybercab”, which was unveiled last year.

The Cybercab is going to use Tesla’s next-gen vehicle platform and new manufacturing system, which is already being deployed at Gigafactory Texas.

Production is expected to start in 2026, and Musk has mentioned a production capacity of “at least 2 million units per year”. However, he said that this would likely come from more than one factory and it’s unclear if the other factory would be in the US.

Either way, Tesla would need to ramp up Cybercab production in the US to 450,000 units to make Musk’s announcement correct.

It’s fair to note that all of this was part of Tesla’s plans before the US elections, Trump’s coming into power, or the implementation of any policies whatsoever.

Electrek’s Take

Based on my analysis, this announcement is nothing new. It’s just a reiteration of Elon’s plans for Tesla in the US, which were established long before Trump came to power or even before Elon officially backed Trump.

It’s just more “corporate puffery” as Elon’s lawyers would say.

Also, if I wasn’t clear, we are only talking about production here. I doubt Tesla will have the demand for that, especially if Elon remains involved with the company.

The Cybercab doesn’t even have a steering wheel, and if Tesla doesn’t solve self-driving, it will be hard to justify producing 450,000 units per year.

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EV incentives surged to 14.8% of ATP in Feb – highest in 5+ years

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EV incentives surged to 14.8% of ATP in Feb – highest in 5+ years

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The average incentive package for a new EV was 14.8% of the average transaction price (ATP), or approximately $8,162, the highest level in more than five years, according to the latest monthly new-vehicle ATP report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. 

Incentives for EVs are more than twice the overall market. A year ago, EV incentives were 10.2%. EV incentives, as a percentage of ATP, have increased by 44% in the past year.

In February, at $55,273, new EV prices were lower by 1.2% from January – generally aligned with the industry – and higher by 3.7% year-over-year. The January EV ATP was revised higher by 0.06% to $55,929.

Compared to the overall industry ATP of $48,039, EV ATPs in February were higher by 15.1%, an increase from the 14.9% gap recorded in January.

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EV market leader Tesla increased ATPs by 1.8% year-over-year in February to $53,248 but decreased by 3.7% month-over-month from $55,315. Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck posted price declines in February compared to January; Model S and Model X saw month-over-month increases.

As sales cooled, the Cybertruck ATP in February dropped by more than 10% from January to an estimated $87,554.

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US President does infomercial at White House for company owned by his biggest political donor

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US President does infomercial at White House for company owned by his biggest political donor

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Donald Trump, the President of the United States, performed what basically amounts to an infomercial at the White House for Tesla, a company controlled by his biggest political donor, a day after its stock crashed.

Yesterday, Tesla’s stock crashed 15% – resulting in a 50% drop from its peak in December.

Last night, Trump posted a message on Truth Social supporting Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and his biggest political donor. In the message, he called the Tesla boycotts “illegal” and he said that he would be buying a Tesla vehicle to show his support for Musk.

He has apparently followed through today, but he went a quite a bit further as he held a press conference in front of Tesla vehicles at the White House:

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The President, who has previously shared misinformation about electric vehicles being “unusable,” praised Tesla’s vehicles and said that he would be buying a Model S Plaid.

He is not allowed to drive, so he said that he would let White House staff use the vehicle instead.

Tesla’s stock (TSLA) rose up 5% on the publicity stunt today, but it closed up 3.8% compared to being down 15% yesterday.

Electrek’s Take

When I write those headlines, I feel like I’m running The Onion in an alternative universe where satire is the reality.

But you can’t accuse me of “clickbaiting” because this headline is actually accurate.

For years, Trump has been one of the biggest promoters of misinformation about electric vehicles in the US. We have often reported on the ridiculous things he has said about them.

That hasn’t changed. In fact, Trump is still pushing hard against electric vehicles. We recently reported on Trump shutting down 8,000 EV chargers at federal buildings and he is pushing to remove the tax credit on electric vehicles.

This is purely transactional. Elon gave him $250 million, so now that Tesla’s stock is in free fall, he gives him a boost.

Like his Bitcoin pump, it isn’t likely to work. My hope is that it will at least help open the minds of some of his fans to electric vehicles, but I have doubts.

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