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Closing out our first week of 2025 Green Deals, we have Jackery’s New Year sale that is taking up to $3,300 off power stations, with some even hitting new low prices, like the Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station that comes bundled with two 200W solar panels for a new $1,499 low, among others. Next, we have Rad Power’s newest sale, which is starting the year off with free extra battery and sports rack e-bike bundles from $1,399. Riding up alongside it is Segway’s New Year sale that is seeing its Ninebot Max G30P KickScooter return to the $600 low we last saw during Black Friday. Lastly, we have a collection of Greenworks lawncare discounts led by the new low on the brand’s 80V 580 CFM Cordless Electric Axial Leaf Blower at $170. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals can be found in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EcoFlow’s New Year sale, Hiboy’s newest S2 SE e-scooter, 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 New Year savings drops Explorer 2000 v2 solar generator bundle to new $1,499 low

Jackery’s New Year sale has kicked off its 2025 savings through January 10, with up to $3,300 being taken off its backup power solutions – with some models/bundles even undercutting its Black Friday pricing at new lows. One of these is the new Explorer 2000 v2 Portable Power Station that is coming bundled alongside two 200W solar panels for $1,499 shipped, after clipping the on-page $1,000 off coupon. This solar generator package has been keeping to $2,499 outside of sales, with Black Friday seeing the biggest price cut to $1,599 over 2023. That rate is getting beaten out here by $100, giving you a new all-time low to start the year off with a savings bang. You can also score the power station on its own for $999, after clipping the on-page $500 off coupon.

Jackery’s latest on-the-go backup solution, the Explorer 2000 v2 has been given exclusive CBT tech and a honeycomb build that the brand boasts as “the smallest, lightest home backup power,” providing 2,200W output power surging up to 4,400W to cover devices and appliances alike. It sports a 2,042Wh LiFePo4 battery capacity that dishes out the juice through seven ports. It’s also one of the three latest models that come with the next-generation ChargeShield 2.0 for 62 forms of protection while charging – especially during storms, outages, and so on.

The station’s battery can be recharged in one of four ways, the fastest of which is via a wall outlet that refills 80% of the battery in about 66+ minutes – plus, for last-minute charging, you can activate its supercharge feature to reach a full battery in 102+ minutes. You can also plug it directly to your car’s auxiliary port to recharge to full in 24 hours, or with the two included panels you can get a charge from the sun in 5.5 hours. A notable addition to its systems is the silent charging mode for when you’ve plugged it in for nighttime use or recharging, as it keeps under 30dB so you or anyone else trying to rest won’t be disturbed.

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You can browse Jackery’s entire New Year sale – including learning about the brand’s point raffle game to win exclusive prizes – by following the link to the Jackery sale landing page here.

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Rad Power starts 2025 with free extra battery and sports rack e-bike bundles – deals start from $1,399

Rad Power has launched its first sale of 2025 through January 15, with one e-bike seeing a $200 discount and four others (including two new models) following in the fashion of Lectric with free gear worth up to $500 – either the brand’s Hollywood Sports Rack or free extra batteries – accompanying your e-bike purchase. You’ll find the brand’s RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike getting one of the free bonus batteries at $1,599 shipped. We’ve been seeing this model benefitting from up to $400 discounts since October, which is when we last saw it down at its $1,199 low, but this sale seems to be taking the alternative route with savings coming in the form of the free gear, taking $499 off the $2,098 price tag this bundle would normally fetch. Just add the e-bike and its corresponding battery to your cart and the discount will be automatically applied.

Coming in as the brand’s most popular storage-saving model, the RadExpand 5 e-bike sports a folding frame that cuts down its size when not in use to fit within closets, car trunks, RVs, and more. The paired 750W brushless geared hub motor and 672Wh battery top out at 20 MPH speeds with a travel range of 45+ miles normally, but with the extra battery you’ll get 90+ miles. Of course, these higher mileages are possible when utilizing the four pedal assistance levels, with a throttle for pure 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.

Rad Power e-bike bundle deals:

  • RadRunner 3 Plus Utility e-bike: $2,199
    • 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles (90+ with extra battery)
    • add both to cart for automatic discount
  • Radster Road Commuter e-bike: $2,199
    • 28 MPH for up to 65+ miles
    • Plus free Hollywood Sport Rider Rack
    • add both to cart for automatic discount
  • Radster Trail Off-Road e-bike: $2,199
    • 28 MPH for up to 65+ miles
    • Plus free Hollywood Sport Rider Rack
    • add both to cart for automatic discount
  • RadWagon 5 Cargo e-bike: $2,399
    • 28 MPH for up to 60+ miles
    • Plus free Hollywood Sport Rider Rack
    • add both to cart for automatic discount

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Segway Ninebot Max G30P Kickscooter

Segway’s New Year sale drops the Ninebot Max G30P kickscooter with a 40-mile range back at $600 low

Segway is ringing in the new year with an all-new sale through January 5 that is taking up to 40% off its EVs, with some even beating out their Christmas pricing to return to Black Friday/Cyber Monday rates. One such model is the Ninebot Max G30P KickScooter for $599.99 shipped. It usually carries a full $1,000 price tag outside of sales, with the lowest rate we saw it drop to in the last year being $600 during Black Friday. It sat at a much higher $800 during the Christmas season, but you’re getting another shot at Black Friday/Cyber Monday pricing here at 40% off for the lowest price we have tracked, saving you $400. You’ll also find it matching over at Amazon for the time being.

The Ninebot G30P kickscooter is the perfect commuter for folks going long-distance or those wanting to not worry about charging once you’ve arrived at your out-of-home destination. The 350W motor and 36V battery provide top speeds of 18.6 MPH with a travel distance of 40 miles and can easily tackle up to 20% inclines. It comes with the expected folding frame and companion app support alongside other features like an LED display, cruise control, mechanical and electrical anti-lock brakes, front and rear shock absorbers, and even 10-inch self-sealing tubeless tires. On top of all it can do while riding, it also weighs in at just 38.6 pounds, making it easy to carry up stairs and through doors when not in use.

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Greenworks axial leaf blower

Amazon drops Greenworks 80V 580 CFM cordless electric axial leaf blower to new $170 low

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 80V 580 CFM Cordless Electric Axial Leaf Blower for $169.99 shipped. Most of 2024 saw this model keeping between $252 and its $270 MSRP, with it recently keeping down around $230 with the holiday savings. Most discounts over the year dropped costs to $216, though we did spy two falls lower to $207 and $191. Today, the price is getting cut down with a $100 markdown from its full rate, not only giving you the lowest price of the last year but also a new all-time low overall.

While winter may be in full swing, halting many lawncare routines for the time being, it’s also one of the best times to start prepping for spring as prices are brought down on tools and equipment like this axial leaf blower from Greenworks. Its brushless motor delivers up to 580 CFM of air flow that reaches 145 MPH, controlled via the variable speed trigger and even featuring a cruise control functionality. It’s been designed to be “20% lighter than comparable gas blowers,” which pairs with its comfort grip for easier handling – plus, you won’t have to deal with the hassle of stubborn pull cords, gas fumes, and noise anymore. And for folks already building a Greenworks arsenal, the 2.5Ah battery comes interchangeable with over 75 of the brand’s other tool systems, including larger batteries.

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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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Affirm plans to bring Buy Now, Pay Later debit cards to more users through deal with FIS

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Affirm plans to bring Buy Now, Pay Later debit cards to more users through deal with FIS

PayPal Inc. co-founder and Affirm’s CEO Max Levchin on center stage during day one of Collision 2019 at Enercare Center in Toronto, Canada.

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Affirm, the online lender founded by Max Levchin, expanded beyond credit and entered the debit market four years ago with a card that let users pay over time. Now the company is making it possible for banks to offer that service to their customers.

Affirm, which pioneered the buy now, pay later business (BNPL), has partnered with FIS in a deal that will allow the fintech company to offer the pay-over-time service to its banking clients and their millions of individual customers.

Any bank that partners with FIS will be able to provide its own version of the Affirm Card, which launched in 2021, without asking customers to adopt a new piece of plastic. Consumers can access Affirm’s biweekly and monthly installment plans and have the money automatically deducted from their checking account.

There are approximately 230 million debit card users in the U.S., according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. BNPL services have traditionally been tied to credit cards or standalone financing products, rather than to debit offerings.

Affirm CEO on earnings: Consumer is thriving and shopping across the board

“Consumers today are looking for innovative and user-friendly experiences that give them flexibility and control over their money,” Jim Johnson, co-president of banking solutions at FIS, said in the press release. Affirm’s offering can help banks “offer more competitive, differentiated services through their own banking channels,” he said.

Affirm has over 335,000 merchants in its network, ranging from travel booking sites and concert ticket providers to jewelry stores and electronics providers. By bringing BNPL into the debit world, Affirm aims to provide consumers more alternatives to credit.

In its earnings report last week, Affirm reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue and posted a surprise profit from the holiday period. The stock rocketed 22% after the announcement.

Affirm’s active consumer base grew 23% year over year to 21 million users. The Affirm Card now has 1.7 million active users, up more than 136% from the year-ago quarter. Card volume has more than doubled.

In June, Affirm and Apple announced plans for U.S. Apple Pay users on iPhones and iPads to be able to apply for loans directly through Affirm.

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British oil major BP reports sharp drop in fourth-quarter profit, vows strategy reset

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British oil major BP reports sharp drop in fourth-quarter profit, vows strategy reset

The BP logo is displayed outside a petrol station near Warminster in Wiltshire, England, on Aug. 15, 2022.

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British oil major BP on Tuesday posted a sharp drop in fourth-quarter profit on weaker refining margins, announcing a $1.75 billion share buyback and a pledge to “fundamentally” reset its strategy.

The energy firm posted underlying replacement cost profit (RC profit) — used as a proxy for net profit — at $1.169 billion in the fourth quarter, compared with $2.99 billion in the same period of last year and with an analyst forecast of $1.2 billion, according to a LSEG poll.

The company attributed its quarterly 48% drop in RC profit to “weaker realized refining margins, higher impact from turnaround activity, seasonally lower customer volumes and fuels margins and higher other businesses & corporate underlying charge.”

BP’s net debt hit just shy of $23 billion in the fourth quarter, increasing 10% year-on-year. Capital expenditure (capex) hit $3.7 billion in the October-December period, a steep drop from the $4.7 billion of fourth quarter 2024.

Despite this, the embattled energy company launched a $1.75 billion share buyback for the fourth quarter, with a dividend per ordinary share of $0.08. Analysts had previously questioned whether BP would slow down its share repurchases to reconcile its balance sheet.

“BP has guided to buybacks of $1.75bn to 1Q results, although no guidance is given beyond this. We had expected a cut to a lower run-rate with results, although there was some uncertainty whether the reduction in buyback would be given with the CMD or results. We continue to expect BP to reduce its buyback programme,” RBC analysts said Tuesday.

In its business breakdown, BP noted a 15% year-on-year drop in the RC profit performance of its gas & low carbon energy to $1.84 billion, despite a sharp recovery from $1 billion in the previous quarter. Oil production and operations jumped 37% on an annual basis, while the company flagged an overall “weak” contribution from its oil trading division following weaker refining margins.

BP shares were little changed following the results, down just 0.13% at 08:40 a.m. London time.

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In a statement accompanying the results, CEO Murray Auchincloss said the company has been “reshaping” its portfolio with a “strong progress” in cutting costs and a planned further overhaul ahead.

“We now plan to fundamentally reset our strategy and drive further improvements in performance, all in service of growing cash flow and returns. It will be a new direction for bp,” he said.

Oil majors have weathered a turn in tide over the past year, as crude prices retreated after initial support following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine and Western and G7 sanctions against Moscow’s barrels. In a January trading update, BP flagged higher corporate costs, lower fourth-quarter realized refining margins and one-off charges linked to its bio-ethanol acquisition.

BP has broadly underperformed its peers, with shares falling roughly 9% over the last year to the end of last week — compared with 6% gains for Shell. The stock gained ground on Monday, following weekend reports that activist investor Elliott Management has built a stake in the struggling oil major, fueling speculation that the influential hedge fund could pressure the energy company to shift gears on its core oil and gas businesses.

Speculation has otherwise long mounted over whether BP could become a takeover target – though the company’s  £74-billion size could pose a challenge for suitors.

BP has sought to turn its fortunes through a major restructuring that included a downsize in leadership amid Auchincloss’ efforts to deliver at least $2 billion of cash savings by the end of 2026. In January, the firm expanded its cost-cutting drive to cut 4,700 of roles and last week revealed it is seeking buyers for its Ruhr Oel GmbH German refinery assets. But concerns linger over the clarity of BP’s strategic direction amid its sprawling green energy ambitions — with the company due to supply its next strategic update on Feb. 26.

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Chicago EV deals, Amazon delivery vans for all, and visits from the FBI!

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On today’s wheelin’ and dealin’ episode of Quick Charge, we take a look at a $9,140 deal on a 2025 Nissan LEAF*** in Chicago, things you can do with a robotic lawnmower, and talk about the tough times Tesla is experiencing while its CEO asks if you’ve seen Kyle.

We’ve also got some fresh new additions to our list of 0% interest EV and PHEV financing offers, a hot new commercial electric van heading to market, and an industry icon reaches a new, multibillion dollar threshold of ZEV funding. All this and more – enjoy!

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