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Today’s Green Deals are being led by Lectric’s New Year sale that is giving folks up to $727 in free gear along with e-bike purchases, with increased savings on its new XPedition 2.0 13Ah Single-Battery Cargo e-bike that comes with $326 in free gear for $1,399. From there, we have a collection of handy devices and tools for around the home, with Govee’s Smart Electric Composter down at $300. We also have a new low price on Worx’s latest Nitro 40V Cordless Leaf Blower for $159, as well as two Greenworks deals – the 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel at $234 and an 80V 3-tool lawncare combo that is back at its $570 low for today only. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals can be found in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Segway e-bike preorder launch, 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 New Year sale increases savings to $326 on new XPedition 2.0 13Ah cargo e-bike bundle at $1,399

It’s a New Year so Lectric is throwing a new sale with up to $727 in savings on the brand’s e-bike bundles. While prices on most of these bundles are landing at or below its Black Friday and Christmas rates, one model seeing an increase in savings is the new XPedition 2.0 13Ah Single-Battery Cargo e-bike at $1,399 shipped, which comes with $326 in free gear. Normally totaling up to $1,725, we saw this EV getting $296 in gear since releasing back in November. While savings on its two dual-battery iterations have slightly lowered, this model is benefitting from increased savings with the biggest accessory package we’ve seen to date.

Sporting two new colorways from the brand, the XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bike has some obvious upgrades from its first-generation model, like the extended rear rack or the increased 450-pound payload. It’s been given an improved 750W M24 rear hub motor (peaking at 1,310W) that reaches 28 MPH top speeds, with increased acceleration and much more power to tackle inclines even with cargo being hauled along. This base model is powered by a 13Ah battery that provides up to 60 miles with the PAS support (the dual 13Ah model bumps this to 120 miles while the dual 17.5Ah model goes higher to 170 miles). What’s more, its charger has been improved to 5A output, “cutting down on charging speeds by 60%.”

Aside from its impressive performance capabilities for the low price, it also comes with loads a solid features, 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 New Year sale XPedition 2.0 (26Ah) e-bike with $505 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XPedition 2.0 (35Ah) e-bike with $654 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XP Trike with $419 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XPeak 2.0 e-bikes with up to $365 in gear

Lectric New Year sale ONE Long-Range e-bike with $319 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XP Lite 2.0 long-range e-bikes with up to $365 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $128 in gear

Lectric New Year sale XP 3.0 e-bikes with $117 in gear

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Make use of your food waste with Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300

Through its official Amazon storefront, Govee is offering a lightning deal on its latest Smart Electric Composter that is down at $299.98 shipped, after clipping the on-page $50 off coupon. It’s starting off already down from its $500 MSRP, and while we have seen it go as lower twice before, you’re still looking at a solid $200 in savings here while the deal lasts. Upgrade your kitchen today with the third-lowest price we have tracked since it was released in October, landing just $50 above the all-time low from Prime Day.

Cut out food waste and its costs by recycling it for alternate uses with Govee’s Smart Electric Composter which not only gives you records of your disposal routines, but also provides low-cost nutrient-rich soil for your garden and/or potted plants. It features three modes with plenty of safety notifications sent directly to your device when problems arise, complete with in-app smart controls and even hands-free voice controls through Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri. And I’m sure you’re concerned about foul smells from the food breaking down, but don’t be! The two interchangeable filters prevent those odors from the composting cycle from filling your home.

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Clear out debris with Worx’s Nitro 40V cordless leaf blower equipped with two 4.0Ah batteries at new $159 low

Amazon has dropped the price lower than ever on the Worx Nitro 40V Cordless Leaf Blower with two 4.0Ah batteries for $158.99 shipped. This newer model usually carries a $200 price tag, which has fallen as low as $160 back in mid-December, with slightly increased savings here today. You can grab one for your tool arsenal at a 21% markdown here, saving you $41 at the lowest price we have tracked.

Whether you live in a warmer climate during winter or want to start prepping for after the snow melts away, Worx’s Nitro 40V cordless leaf blower will be ready to clear your yard’s leftover debris with 530 CFM of airflow (180 MPH) that matches up to a 27cc gas blower. The two included 4.0Ah batteries ensure you’ll get 90 minutes of runtime on one charge, with it only weighing in at 7.7 pounds, making it easy to handle no matter the age, size, or physical strength. It has 3-speed adjustments alongside a turbo mode for boosted power, even coming with a concentrator nozzle that can be equipped to reach its maximum output airspeeds.

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Carve a 12-inch wide path with this Greenworks 80V cordless electric snow shovel while it’s at $234

Amazon is bringing the savings to equipment perfect for snow relief, with the Greenworks 80V 12-inch Cordless Electric Snow Shovel down at $234.49 shipped. The price has been brought down from its usual $350 MSRP today, which saves you $116 off its full costs. While we have seen it go as low as $200 in the past (which hasn’t been seen since 2023 Christmas sales), it’s been spending more recent months near $300, except for occasional events like October’s Prime Day or early Black Friday sales, which is when we first saw it at this 2024 low.

Winter is well under way, and plenty of folks across the country have been battling it out with Mother Nature’s snowfall already, and this electric snow shovel from Greenworks is ready to join the fight. Its 80V brushless motor will have a 12-inch wide by 6-inch deep path cleared in no time, with snow tossed up to 25 feet out of the way. The lightweight design makes it easy to manage while in operation, not to mention the management of space, which you’ll save over larger snow blowers. The included 2.0Ah battery provides a 45-minute runtime for every 30 minute period that it charges, and the shovel also protects you via the lock-out button that prevents accidental start ups when your digits start growing too cold and stiff.

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Through its lineup of Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 21-inch Lawn Mower, 13-inch String Trimmer, and 730 CFM Leaf Blower Combo for $569.99 shipped for the rest of the day. Down from its usual $1,100 full price, we’ve mainly seen it fall between $600 and $700 over the last year, with some occasional drops lower. Today is one of the occasions as you save $530 off the going rate while stocking up on reliable equipment for your yard duties at the lowest price we have tracked. You won’t find this bundle just anywhere, as even Amazon doesn’t have the same combination of tools, with the closest we can find being this combo with a less advanced blower and trimmer as well as three batteries for $550.

Winter is always a great time to invest in lawncare equipment, especially with such a massive price cut, and this 3-tool combo kit from Greenworks will have you stocked up for spring duties once it rolls back around. The lawn mower has been given an 80V brushless motor to tackle up to 1/2 acre of land on a single charge of the included 4.0Ah battery, with seven cutting height positions and a push button start. The 13-inch trimmer sports the brand’s dual bump feed head to more easily replace broken lines, with the battery providing enough juice for an 80-minute runtime on its low power setting. The leaf blower provides up to 730 CFM of airflow (reaching up to 170 MPH) with a variable speed trigger with cruise control for more effortless handling.

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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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1,000 kW fast charging?!? BYD teases tech twice as fast as Tesla, debuting March 17

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Build Your Dreams (BYD) is gearing up for what has the makings of an epic launch event this coming Monday. The Chinese automaker announced several incoming debuts coming early next week, including a new “BYD Super e-Platform,” described as a “new benchmark in electric.” What’s most interesting, however, is that BYD is teasing a new ultra-fast EV charger with up to 1,000 kW of power – that’s twice as powerful as the current best on the market.

Automotive conglomerate BYD is at it again, continuously showcasing its innovation and market expansion as a clear force that will not be ignored by the global automotive segment. In addition to several EV marques, including its new ultra-performance Yangwang brand, BYD develops and implements EV battery technology and EV charging infrastructure.

Earlier this week, BYD shared that Yangwang will be launching its new U7 sedan at an event held at the former’s headquarters in Shenzen, China, later this month. Before then, however, BYD is preparing for a launch event for its own namesake as early as this Monday at HQ.

According to a Weibo post from earlier today, BYD’s launch event on the 17th promises the debut of a new high-performance EV platform, the start of pre-sales of two new models, and an unveiling of new EV charger technology capable of up to 1,000 kW. Eat your heart out, Tesla. You, too, Electrify America.

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BYD to unveil 1,000 kW fast charging tech on 3/17

According to the Weibo Post from BYD, its next launch event will take place this coming Monday, March 17 at 7 PM Beijing time (7 AM EDT). The post was translated to English, but essentially promises the debut of its new “BYD Super e-Platform,” which will reinvent pure electric technology.

As reported by CnEVPost, an invitation to the event elaborated on the capabilities of the Super e-Platform, stating it will “use disruptive technology to completely solve the biggest headache in EV use.” That’s assumedly the charging process and how long even the fastest chargers still take in comparison to a gas station visit.

On that note, the BYD event also includes the debut of a new 1,000 kW EV fast charger. Per the post seen above:

1,000-kW flash charging that allows refueling and charging to have the same speed.

A 1,000 kW BYD fast charger would be a marvel and a potential game changer for EV adoption, doubling the power of current industry leaders like Tesla. The American automaker began rolling out its V4 Superchargers in North America in 2023, which are currently capable of 325 kW. However, Tesla has shared plans to boost those capabilities with 500 kW cabinets this year.

Even so, BYD is on the cusp of introducing EV charging capabilities that are double that prospective target, and it already has the technology out in the wild. CnEVPost also shared reports from several auto bloggers in China that captured images of what seems to be the new BYD charger, relaying that specifications listed on the pile support up to 1,000 volts and power of up to 1,000 kW.

BYD also intends to open pre-sales of its Han L and Tang L EVs at the same event. Because of this, there is speculation that both models will sit atop BYD’s Super e-Platform and support charging power of up to 1,000 kW.

We won’t know for sure until Monday, but this sounds like it will be an exciting one from BYD. Circle back to Electrek on Monday for a full recap.

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Kia opened its new “Unplugged Ground” on Friday, a unique EV experience. The complex has Kia’s latest EVs, including the EV4, on display for visitors to meet and interact with.

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The Kia Unplugged Ground first opened in 2021 following the launch of its first dedicated electric vehicle, the EV6. It’s located in

Since then, Kia has revamped the brand with a new logo, branding, and sleek new styling. It has also introduced an entirely new generation of mass-market EVs that are now rolling out globally.

Kia introduced its first electric sedan, the EV4, earlier this year during its 2025 EV Day event (see our event recap). We also got our first look at the PV5, Kia’s first electric van, and the EV2, its smallest, cheapest model set to launch next year.

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These will join the three-row EV9, and smaller EV3 and EV5 electric SUVs in Kia’s wide-ranging lineup. As part of its “EVs for all” strategy, prices will range from under $30,000 to upwards of $80,000.

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To coincide with the launch of the EV4, Kia transformed the EV experience center. The upgraded facility opened in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, on Friday with a futuristic look and cool new interactive technology.

The EV experience center now displays Kia’s entire lineup, including the EV4, EV3, EV6, and EV9. Visitors can interact with the vehicles using Apple’s mixed reality headset Vision Pro, racing simulators, and more. They can even try out the EV9’s advanced driver assistance systems virtually.

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Kia EV4 sedan (Source: Hyundai Motor)

Kia’s upgraded EV brand experience comes after it opened EV4 orders earlier this week in Korea. The EV4 starts at 41.92 million won, or roughly $29,000.

Kia EV4 Trim Starting Price
Kia EV4 Standard Air 41.92 million won ($28,900)
Kia EV4 Standard Earth 46.69 million won ($32,000)
Kia EV4 Standard GT-Line 47.83 million won ($32,900)
Kia EV4 Long Range Air 46.29 million won ($31,800)
Kia EV4 Long Range Earth 51.04 million won ($35,000)
Kia EV4 Long Range GT-Line 51.04 million won ($35,900)
Kia EV4 prices in South Korea (Source: Hyundai Motor)

With a 58.3 kWh battery, the standard EV4 Air is rated with up to 237 miles (382 km) driving range. The long-range model, starting at 46.29 million won ($31,800), features an 81.4 kWh battery for up to 331 miles (533 km) range.

Later this year Kia will launch the electric sedan in the US, Europe, and other global markets. Maybe, we could get one of these futuristic EV experience centers, too?

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Rad Power Bikes appoints new CEO amid shifting company direction

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Rad Power Bikes has announced the appointment of Kathi Lentzsch as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a leadership change as the company leans further into retail expansion and reduces its emphasis on direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales.

Earlier this week, Electrek broke the news regarding Rad’s previous CEO Phil Molyneux’s sudden unannounced departure from the brand, whose sales once topped the US e-bike market but has since been eclipsed by a number of younger e-bike companies.

Lentzsch, described as a seasoned executive with experience in consumer-facing and business-to-business (B2B) companies, steps in at a critical moment as Rad transitions away from its D2C roots toward a stronger retail presence.

Lentzsch brings more than thirty years of leadership experience, having held executive roles at Bartell Drugs, Pottery Barn, Pier 1 Imports, and Cost Plus World Market. She played a key role in transforming brands, guiding companies through growth phases, and deepening customer engagement—an experience that should align with Rad’s push toward a more traditional retail model.

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“Rad Power Bikes is at an inflection point, shifting from a direct-to-consumer model to a more retail-focused approach, and it’s an incredible time to come on board,” said Lentzsch. “This shift creates new opportunities to reach more riders, strengthen customer relationships, and evolve the brand in meaningful ways. What drew me to Rad is its unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainable transportation, and, most importantly, putting riders first. I’m eager to work alongside this talented team to build on Rad’s strong foundation of producing great products and partnering with the best bike shops to bring those ebikes to riders, complete with a Rad Grin.”

Her appointment follows Rad Power Bikes’ recent moves to establish brick-and-mortar retail partnerships, a departure from its early days as a purely online D2C brand. The shift comes as the broader electric bike market matures, with more companies hoping to leverage the importance of in-person sales and service to reach mainstream customers.

Lentzsch previously served as CEO of Bartell Drugs, where she led the company through a pandemic-era transformation and an eventual merger with Rite Aid. Her leadership at Pottery Barn was instrumental in repositioning it as a premium home brand, while her tenure at Enesco helped earn the company a “World’s Best Workplace” distinction in 2015.

As Rad Power Bikes continues refining its retail strategy, the company is hoping that Lentzsch’s experience in brand evolution, strategic growth, and customer experience will position her to lead the company into its next phase. While Rad built its reputation as a direct-to-consumer powerhouse, this latest move signals a major strategy rethink to expand access to its e-bikes through physical stores and bike shop partnerships.

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