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Today’s Green Deals are headlined by Heybike’s early bird preorder sale on its latest ALPHA All-Terrain e-bike, a first from the brand’s Galaxy eDrive System, at $1,599. Next, we have Aiper’s Valentine’s Day sale with up to 40% discounts across its autonomous pool cleaners, like the Surfer S1 Cordless Solar Robot Pool Skimmer that has fallen to $300, among others. We also spotted the EGO Power+ 56V Power Head, which drives the brand’s Multi-Head System, down at $155 while attachments begin at $111. Lastly, we have Autel’s MaxiCharger AC Lite Home Level 2 EV Charger dropping back down to its $455 Amazon low after being the center of a Lightning deal that has since ended, keeping the savings intact. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Valentine’s savings from EcoFlow, 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.

Heybike launches new ALPHA all-terrain e-bike with 60-mile range at $1,599 in limited early bird preorder sale

Running alongside its ongoing Valentine’s Day sale, Heybike is officially launching its new ALPHA All-Terrain e-bike for preorder with an early bird discount through February 25 of $1,599 shipped for either its black step-over model or its white step-thru counterpart. If you were fortunate enough to be one of the hundred buyers of the brand’s early bird coupon ahead of today, you can look forward to an additional $50 being taken off the total price for $1,549 shipped. This model will begin shipping on February 23, at which point the price will return to its full $1,699 price tag, so the $100 to $150 markdown here is appreciated. One thing to note though, the brand has stated that there will only be 300 units released as part of this first round of launches – so don’t dawdle on decisions too long or you’ll miss out!

Heybike’s latest ALPHA e-bike arrives as the first release from the brand’s Galaxy eDrive System, which utilizes a 500W Mivice mid-drive motor alongside a 680Wh battery, five levels of pedal assistance, and a torque sensor to provide rider support for up to 60 miles on a single charge at up to 28 MPH top speeds (depending on state laws). This e-bike has been designed to be a more cost-friendly solution, with its performance improvements not impacting its price as readily as other brands, much in the same tradition as Lectric’s XPeak 2.0 e-bikes (though they’re still coming in $300 under the starting price here).

That’s not to say Heybike is holding back, as they’ve decked out the ALPHA e-bike with a bunch of nice features, like the hydraulic front suspension fork, hydraulic disc brakes, the Shimano Altus 8-speed derailleur, 4-inch puncture-protected fat tires, fenders over both wheels, an integrated rear cargo rack, an LED headlight with an auto-on functionality, an integrated taillight with braking light functionality, and an LCD for settings and controls (as well as app controls too). It weighs in at just under 72 pounds, boasting a 400-pound total payload, and don’t worry, it comes with a half-twist throttle for electric-only preferences, though it has been given a safety feature that won’t allow it to be activated until you’ve pedaled it into motion first.

Be sure to check out Heybike’s full Valentine’s Day sale for more e-bike options – especially if you’d prefer a folding e-bike – as the brand’s popular models start from $999

Aiper’s Valentine’s Day sale drops the Surfer S1 cordless solar robot pool skimmer to $300

Aiper has an ongoing Valentine’s Day sale that is taking up to 40% off its lineup of robot pool cleaners, with some bonus gifts at certain pricing thresholds ($900 and $1,200), free gear with select models, and bundle deals. Among its offers, the popular Surfer S1 Cordless Solar Robot Pool Skimmer is down at $299.99 shipped. Originally hitting the market with a $470 price tag, it has since fallen to a more recent $400 MSRP, which we saw hit a $270 low during October’s Prime Day event for the first time. While December saw it keep above $380, we’re seeing much more frequent falls to $300 in the new year, with the trend continuing here at $100 off its normal going rate. You’ll also find it matching in price direct from the brand’s official Amazon storefront.

A handy device for what I’ve always considered the most annoying job in pool upkeep, Aiper’s Surfer S1 utilizes paddle wheels to maneuver around your pool’s water surface while its ultrasonic sensors guide it to floating debris, insects, and more – trapping it all inside an easy-to-remove basket. The remote smart controls for this device are accessed through its companion app, letting you monitor its progress, adjust settings as needed, and even providing manual steering when you want it tackling a certain concern. The battery provides it with a 10-hour lifespan, with the option to either plug in to its DC port for recharging or take advantage of its solar charging capabilities thanks to the panel on top, which means far less work for you during the brighter months.

Be sure to also learn about the newer Surfer S2 Solar Pool Skimmer that is still benefitting from its first-ever discount at Amazon, where it’s down at $340 from $540 for an unforeseen amount of time longer. This new model comes with upgraded features like the latest brushless motor, a larger suction inlet, an improved filtration system, a 35-hour starting battery runtime (and the same solar capabilities), and more.

Aiper Valentine’s Day sale in-ground pool cleaner deals:

  • Seagull Pro: $500 (Reg. $750) | $30 more at Amazon
    • for pools up to 1,600 square feet in size
    • floor/wall/water line cleaning
    • comes with free roller brush film
  • Flagship Scuba S1: $520 (Reg. $700) | $19 more at Amazon
    • for pools up to 1,600 square feet in size
    • floor/wall/water line cleaning
    • comes with free debris basket
  • Scuba S1 Pro: $900 (Reg. $1,200) | matched at Amazon
    • for pools up to 2,150 square feet in size
    • floor/wall/water line cleaning
    • comes with free replacement caterpillar treads

Aiper Valentine’s Day sale above-ground pool cleaner deals:

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EGO Power+ Multi-Head system

The EGO Power+ 56V Power Head drops to $155 (Reg. $185), attachments start from $111

Amazon is offering the best rate in months on the EGO Power+ 56V Power Head that is down at $154.94 shipped. Normally fetching $185 these days at Amazon, we saw it fall to its $119 low back in September before keeping at $149 during Prime Day and rising back near its full rate by November, only falling to $162 during Black Friday sales. We haven’t seen it fall any lower in the time since, with today’s deal coming in as a long-awaited relief that cuts $30 off the going rate, giving you the best price we’ve tracked in months. I do want to point out that this deal is only on the Power Head itself, with no included battery or charger, making it a great opportunity for those who have the brand’s 56V ARC batteries already lying about and want to get more use out of them.

The focal point of EGO’s Multi-Head System, this 56V Power Head sports a brushless motor and comes compatible with the system’s many attachments for better versatility and efficiency, as you’ll be saving more space with less single-use tools while also utilizing more out of your existing batteries. There’s a two-speed selector to dial up or dial down speed settings, as well as a lock-off button for safety and an adjustable front handle for added comfort and control when working for extended periods. You can also grab it with a carbon fiber build at just $14 more, if you want an even sturdier design – with both sporting an IPX4 water-resistance rating to stand against any adverse weather that might roll in while you’re in the middle of a job.

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Autel MaxiCharger AC Lite Ev charger

Autel’s MaxiCharger AC Lite 50A level 2 EV charger with J1772 connector returns to $455 Amazon low

Autel’s official Amazon storefront is offering its MaxiCharger AC Lite Home Level 2 EV charger for $455.20 shipped and matching direct from the manufacturer. This model usually goes for $569, but we’ve been seeing frequent Lightning deals over the last year (and some longer-lasting discounts) that dropped costs to this same rate. Today’s deal continues the trend, as the 20% markdown here saves you $114 at the lowest price on Amazon.

An affordable alternative for non-Tesla drivers, Autel’s 240V MaxiCharger AC Lite sports compatibility with any EV using a J1772 connector. Tesla drivers don’t need to feel left out though, as ordering this model direct from Autel here, gives you a choice between the J1772 or a NACS connector, which beats out the pricing on Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector (rarely discounted) by nearly $100. You’ll get up to 50A charging speeds by installing this model at your home, which averages about 37 miles per every hour of charging when set to its maximum output, complete with smart controls to monitor and adjust settings as needed. It also comes ready to stand against your regions year-round weather, as its upgraded 25-foot cable can function in cold as low as -40 degrees while the unit as a whole can withstand “snow, rain, hail, and sleet.”

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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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Hyundai wants to bring back the hot hatch, and its new EV concept nails it

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Hyundai offered a first look at the hot hatch earlier this week after unveiling the Concept Three, its first compact EV under the IONIQ family. The new EV, set to arrive as the IONIQ 3, already has a sporty, hot hatch look, but that could be just the start.

Hyundai has a new EV hot hatch in the making

The Concept Three took the spotlight at IAA Mobility in Munich with a daring new look from Hyundai. Based on its new “Art of Steel” design, the concept is a stark contrast to the Hyundai vehicles on the road today.

Hyundai took the “Aero Hatch” design to the next level, deeming it “a new typology that reimagines the compact EV silhouette.” And that it does.

When it arrives in production form in mid-2026, it’s expected to take the IONIQ 3 name as a smaller, more affordable sibling to the IONIQ 5.

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Hyundai is set to unveil the electric hatchback next spring with an official launch planned in Europe in September 2026. According to Hyundai’s European boss, Xavier Martinet, the IONIQ 3 could make for the perfect EV hot hatch.

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The Hyundai Concept THREE EV, a preview of the IONIQ 3 (Source: Hyundai)

Martinet hinted that the IONIQ 3 could receive the “N” treatment, telling Auto Express that “The concept is quite sporty, and obviously you have heritage with N brand.” Hyundai’s European boss added that “it’s a fair topic to consider.”

Although it doesn’t sound too convincing, Hyundai’s head of design, Simon Loasby, called it “an opportunity.” Loasby was quick to add, “We’re not calling it N, it’s not approved yet.”

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The Hyundai Concept THREE EV, a preview of the IONIQ 3 (Source: Hyundai)

“But I think everyone in the company is realising what Europe needs, and that’s compact hot hatches, so it’s a topic for discussion,” Hyundai’s design boss added.

The Concept Three is 4,287 mm long, 1,940 mm wide, and 1,428 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,722 mm, or about the size of the Kia EV3 and Volkswagen ID.3. Both of which are set for hot hatch variants.

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The Hyundai Concept THREE EV, a preview of the IONIQ 3 (Source: Hyundai)

If the IONIQ 3 N does come to life, it will be the third Hyundai EV to receive the high-performance upgrade, following the IONIQ 5 N and IONIQ 6 N.

The IONIQ 5 N “was just the first lap,” according to Joon Park, vice president of Hyundai’s N Brand Management Group. He told Auto Express that Hyundai is “at the starting line” and plans to apply what it learned from its first EV hot hatch to upcoming models.

If you’re looking for an affordable electric hot hatch, Hyundai already offers one. After Hyundai cut lease prices last month, the IONIQ 5 N is now listed at just $549 per month. That’s $150 less per month than in July.

Want to test one out for yourself? You can use our link to find 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 models in your area (trusted affiliate link).

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China’s surge pushes global wind toward fastest growth ever

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The global wind industry is going to hit some unprecedented growth milestones, according to Wood Mackenzie’s Global Wind Power Market Outlook for Q3 2025. The world is on track to add its second terawatt of wind capacity by 2030. To put that in perspective, it took 23 years to install the first terawatt, which was reached in 2023. The second will come in just seven.

Wind is also set for a record-breaking year in 2025. Global additions are expected to reach 170 gigawatts (GW), with more than 70 GW coming online in the last quarter of the year alone. That means Q4 could add more capacity than the total installed in any full year before 2020.

This forecast represents a 13% jump from the previous quarter, primarily driven by explosive onshore growth in China. Global wind capacity is expected to double from 2024 levels by 2032. Outside of China, the industry is also expanding, though on a slower path. Excluding China, the world will reach 1 terawatt in 2031 and double 2024 capacity by 2034.

However, policy uncertainty and the Trump administration’s hostility toward the wind industry, particularly offshore wind, are negatively impacting the US market. Trump’s big bill act (OBBBA), passed in July 2025, ends tax credits after 2027. That’s sparked a rush of projects in the short term, but it drags down the long-term outlook. For the first time, the US has fallen behind India and Germany in forecasted 10-year additions.

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“China’s dominance in the wind industry is becoming more pronounced,” said Sasha Bond-Smith, research analyst at Wood Mackenzie. “While other established markets struggle with policy uncertainty and economic headwinds, we’re witnessing an unequalled concentration of growth in China that’s reshaping the industry landscape.”

China’s onshore forecast jumped this quarter thanks to rising electricity demand from data centers and electrification. Wind is proving more profitable than solar in liberalized power markets, but China’s offshore wind sector is facing challenges. Sea-use conflicts are slowing or even halting projects already under construction.

Despite those hurdles, Wood Mackenzie now projects that wind could match solar’s power output in China over the forecast period. That would cement wind’s central role in helping the country meet climate goals while keeping up with surging power demand.

Elsewhere, onshore wind remains steady across Europe, Asia Pacific, and emerging markets, with tender results and pipelines supporting progress. Offshore wind is struggling, though. High costs and failed tenders are creating setbacks in Europe and delays in emerging markets. Policymakers are under pressure to rethink contract structures to keep projects moving.

“The wind industry’s most significant transformation in decades continues to unfold,” said Kárys Prado, senior research analyst at Wood Mackenzie. “While achieving historic scale, success will depend on how effectively the industry navigates this new geography of growth and adapts to evolving policy landscapes.”

Read more: FERC: Solar + wind made up 91% of new US power generating capacity in H1 2025


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Podcast: Tesla unveils Megablock, bunch of new EVs at IAA, Hyundai’s plant, and more

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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla unveiling its new Megablock product, bunch of new EVs at IAA, the debacle at Hyundai’s plant, and more

The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek’s YouTube channel.

As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast:

Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET:

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