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We’re kicking off another week of Green Deals, with today’s offers following behind NIU’s latest sale that has dropped its 40-mile trekking KQi3 Max Electric Kick Scooter to $600, coming in $1 above its Black Friday/Cyber Monday pricing, among other models. We also spotted Camplux’s Nano 3 Max Portable Water Heater and Shower falling to its $360 low, as well as Jackery’s Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station hitting $499, with other on-the-go backup power options as well. Lastly, we have a one-day discount on the budget-friendly Snow Joe 24V ION+ 13-inch Single-Stage Cordless Electric Snow Shovel for $159, but keep in mind that the deal only lasts until midnight. We also have all the other hangover Green Deals from last week in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup from over the weekend.

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.

Go the distance on NIU’s KQi3 Max electric kick scooter with a 40-mile travel range at $600

NIU is offering ongoing savings through January 23 across its KQi-series e-scooters for folks looking to add a new solution to commuting needs at affordable rates. With so many models dropping back to their lowest prices, one notable standout for those who want to go the distance is NIU’s KQi3 Max Electric Kick Scooter at $599.98 shipped. Normally running at a much steeper $999 full rate, we’ve seen discounts mainly taking this model down around $700 most sales, with Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales dropping things to the $599 low. It’s coming in during this sale at only $1 higher, giving you the second-lowest price we have seen to date while saving you nearly $400 in the process. You’ll also find this model matching in price over at Amazon.

One of the best e-scooters under NIU’s flag for folks in need of longer-range travel support, the KQi3 Max e-scooter can go the distance thanks to its 608.4Wh battery that carries riders up to 40 miles on a single charge. You’ll be cruising through your commute at up to a max of 23.6 MPH, after unlocking the speed in the app – with its 450W motor even able to peak in power enough to conquer up to 25% inclines, which beats out a majority of other competitors on the market.

The NIU KQi3 Max e-scooter has been given a triple braking system for ensured stopping power, with one of them being a regenerative brake that recycles energy for extended travels. Everything sits atop two self-healing tires for rides along questionable terrain (or even streets littered with glass, nails, and more), as well as a halo headlight, brake lighting, and smart controls via the app, which includes unlocking those higher speeds and even locking the scooter when you’re not riding.

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Check out the full lineup of NIU’s latest sale offers on the landing page here.

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Shower anywhere with Camplux’s Nano 3 Max portable water heater with pet-friendly hoses at $360 low

Camplux’s official Amazon storefront is bringing costs back to their lowest rate on the brand’s latest Nano 3 Max Portable Water Heater and Shower for $359.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $80 off coupon. This new model released in November carrying a $440 price tag, which we saw drop for the first time to $360 during early Christmas sales. You’re getting a second chance here today at its lowest price to date, saving you $80 while equipping your out-of-home ventures with a reliable means to heat water and shower – with attachments for your pets too!

The Camplux Nano 3 Max is a perfect addition to travel kits – regardless of if you’re tackling the open road or settling down for weekend camping. The battery-powered unit uses a small propane tank (for the lowest emissions) to provide you with hot water in a matter of seconds, delivering up to 100 minutes of continuous use on one full 3-hour charge, so long as you keep its submersion pump in a water source. The shower function provides three adjustable spray modes, with a secondary pet shower hose included for your furry companions.

Right now, you can save a little extra money by going with the brand’s Nano 3 Pro counterpart, which is down at $339.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $60 off coupon. The main difference here is the battery lasts 10 minutes shorter and doesn’t include and pet-focused hoses like the above model, but it’s still an equally handy devices to have available on your travels.

For those looking to update their home’s showers, you can also land Camplux’s 18kW or 27kW electric tankless water heaters at their lowest prices right now starting from $240.

Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station

Score $300 in savings on Jackery’s Explorer 1000 v2 LiFePO4 power station for your 2025 trips at $499

Its direct New Year sale may be over, but Jackery is still offering some select ongoing deals through its official Amazon storefront, like the price cut we’re seeing on the Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station that has kept costs down at $499 shipped. This unit would normally run you $799 on other days, with this discount repeating the same pricing we saw in the brand’s most recent New Year event, with it only beaten out by its $459 Black Friday rate and the $399 Cyber Monday low. You’ll save $300 here today at the third-lowest price we have tracked, giving you one of the brand’s latest releases at one of its best prices to date. There is a bundle option available that gives you the power station with a 200W solar panel for $749, down from $1,299.

Jackery’s newer Explorer 1000 v2 delivers some serious power output from a compact unit, with its upgraded 1,070Wh LiFePO4 capacity able to pump power out at up to 1,500W on the regular, with it surging up to 3,000W for those larger appliance needs. There’s a solid mix of seven port options to connect to/from – with three ACs, two USB-Cs, one USB-A, and a car port. Hooking it up to a wall outlet will refill the battery in 1.6 hours, with that time cut down to just one hour with the emergency charging features activated through the smart controls on the app. You can also take advantage of its 600W maximum solar input to get a full battery in three hours via the sun’s rays.

Other notable Jackery on-the-go power station deals:

Snow Joe 24V ION+ 13-inch snow shovel

Clear snow on a budget with Snow Joe’s 24V ION+ 13-inch cordless electric snow shovel bundle at $159 (Today only)

Coming through its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Snow Joe 24V iON+ 13-Inch Single Stage Cordless Electric Snow Shovel for $159 shipped through the rest of the day. Getting the additional ice dozer and cover with this tool would usually cost you $199, with Amazon’s only competitive offer right now being a used model without the extra gear for $139. You can get one for your home needs at the second-lowest price we have tracked to date – just $40 above the all-time low that we haven’t seen since December 2023.

The first thing you might consider with this snow shovel from Snow Joe is the fact that you’ll be saving plenty more space in your garage or shed over larger, more traditional snow blowers. This more compact tool makes a 13-inch wide path through the powder with a depth of six inches – and all without the noise/fumes from gas-guzzling counterparts or the need for any extension cords. Snow is cleared out via the 2-blade paddle auger and tossed up to 20 feet out of your walkways/driveways, with the battery even coming interchangeable with other Snow Joe and Sun Joe equipment you may already have.

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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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$250M Series B raise boosts XPeng AeroHT flying car ambitions

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Xpeng Aeroht secures additional $100m in Series B funding

Chinese carmaker XPeng is getting perilously close to bringing its AeroHT consumer eVTOL concept to market, thanks to a $250 million Series B round that’s set to accelerate the company’s modular “flying car” production plans.

XPeng subsidiary AeroHT had its first successful proof of concept test flight ahead of the brand’s annual 1024 back in 2023, where the company unveiled a pair of flying car designs. The X3 is an actual flying “car” that can drive, park, and take off on its own, and a second, modular eVTOL that folds up into the back of an electric van called the Land Aircraft Carrier.

That vehicle pair, shown at CES in January, was set to begin production this year, with the eVTOL component set to begin production in 2026 – and that’s looking a lot more likely thanks to the new infusion of capital!

AeroHT at CES 2025

Xpeng Aeroht raised $150 million in Series B1 funding last August, before launching its Series B2 funding round. The most recent announcement that the company has secured an additional $100 million in its Series B2 funding round brings the total amount raised to more than $750 million, with a $1B pre-revenue valuation.

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CNEVPost reports that company aims to establish itself as a commercial pioneer in urban air mobility ahead of a potential IPO – and may get there sooner than later, thanks to several hundred pre-orders at the $280,000 projected price.

Electrek’s Take

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AeroHT sixth-generation X3 flying car; via XPeng.

Scooter Doll said it best, writing, “this footage (of the AeroHT test flight) is as scary and concerning as it is exciting and awe-inspiring.” Which is to say that these things are real, they seem like they’re getting built, and they seem like they’ll sell well enough to convince at least one or two remaining boomers that the flying car they’ve been promised their whole lives is – finally! – coming to market.

Here’s hoping.

SOURCE: Xpeng, via CNEVPost; gallery photos by the author.

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This metro Atlanta factory roof is now a solar record-breaker

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Flooring manufacturer Beauflor USA just turned on the biggest rooftop solar system by capacity in metro Atlanta — and it’s now powering part of its Georgia factory.

The new 1,040 kW system in Cartersville officially beats metro Atlanta’s previous rooftop solar record of 1,034 kW. The new array produces enough energy to power more than 100 homes. The system is expected to cover about 10% of Beauflor’s electricity needs and cut its carbon emissions by about 920 metric tons annually.

“This solar installation represents our commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices while making sound business decisions,” said Emile Coopman, continuous improvement manager at Beauflor. He added that the system is designed with room to grow: “This is the first step toward more renewable energy.”

The company partnered with Cherry Street Energy to install the nearly 2,000-panel system, which was completed in less than four months. Cherry Street invested $1.8 million into the project and is covering all construction and maintenance costs through a 30-year energy procurement agreement. Beauflor will buy solar power directly from Cherry Street, allowing it to avoid upfront capital costs while still lowering its energy bills.

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“As Georgia’s manufacturers ramp up production amid rising costs for grid energy, sophisticated operators seek ways to quickly and sustainably address their energy needs,” said Cherry Street CEO Michael Chanin. “On-site solar with no capital expense delivers just that: reliable, affordable electricity.”

Chanin added that the system’s power output is especially impressive: “The previous record-holder for metro Atlanta’s largest rooftop solar required over 4,000 panels. We’re using less than 2,000 to reliably generate even more power.”

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Block shares soar 10% on entry into S&P 500

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Jack Dorsey, co-founder and chief executive officer of Twitter Inc. and Square Inc., listens during the Bitcoin 2021 conference in Miami, Florida, on Friday, June 4, 2021.

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Block shares jumped more than 10% in extended trading on Friday, as the fintech company gets set to join the S&P 500, replacing Hess.

It’s the second change to the benchmark this week, after S&P Global announced on Monday that ad-tech firm The Trade Desk would be added to the S&P 500. Trade Desk is taking the place of software maker Ansys, which was acquired by Synopsys in a deal that closed Thursday.

Hess’ departure comes just after Chevron completed its $54 billion purchase of the oil producer, prevailing against Exxon Mobil in a legal dispute over offshore oil assets in the South American nation of Guyana.

Block will officially join the S&P 500 before the opening of trading on July 23, according to a statement from S&P. Stocks often rally when they’re added to a major index, as fund managers need to rebalance their portfolios to reflect the changes.

Most alterations to the S&P 500 take place during the index’s quarterly rebalancing. However, in the case of the closing of an acquisition, a company can be removed from the index and replaced off schedule. Last week monitoring software company Datadog took Juniper Networks’ place in the S&P 500 as part of the index’s quarterly change. 

Block’s addition brings further tech heft to an index that’s been steadily moving in that direction in recent years, reflecting the market cap gains of companies across the sector. Block, which gained popularity as Square due to the rapid growth of the company’s payment terminals, has expanded into crypto, lending and other financial services.

Founded by Jack Dorsey in 2009, Square changed its name to Block in 2021 to emphasize its focus on blockchain technologies.

Block shares are down 14% this year, underperforming the broader U.S. market. The Nasdaq is up more than 8%, while the S&P 500 has gained 7%. Still, with a market cap of about $45 billion, Block is valued well above the median company in the index.

In May, Block reported first-quarter results that missed Wall Street expectations on Thursday and issued a disappointing outlook, leading to a plunge in the stock price. Block’s forecast for the second quarter and full year reflected challenging economic conditions that followed sweeping tariff announcements by President Donald Trump.

“We recognize we are operating in a more dynamic macro environment, so we have reflected a more cautious stance on the macro outlook into our guidance for the rest of the year,” the company wrote in its quarterly report.

The company is scheduled to report second-quarter results after the close of regular trading on Aug. 7.

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