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Today’s Green Deals are led by the first of EcoFlow’s Valentine’s Day flash sales, with both a RIVER 2 Pro solar generator bundle and the DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station at up to 42% off and starting from $599. Next, we have various sizes of Camplux’s electric tankless water heaters (8kW to 27kW) for under-sink and whole-bathroom support alike, all starting from a new $170 low. There’s also Worx’s Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI portable electric pressure washer that is down at a new $140 low, as well as the return of Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Heybike ALPHA e-bike preorder discount, Aiper’s Valentine’s sale, 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.

EcoFlow’s first Valentine’s flash sale takes up to 42% off the RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA Pro Ultra power stations from $599

As part of its ongoing Valentine’s Day sale, EcoFlow is offering the first of its scheduled flash sales, with two power station setups seeing up to 42% discounts through the rest of the day. The first of these offers is for on-the-go backup needs, giving you the RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power Station bundled with a 160W solar panel for $599 shipped. This traveling package would normally cost you $1,048 at full price, which we only saw go lower to $549 during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. It’s coming in here at the second-lowest price we have tracked, saving you $449 and even beating out its Amazon pricing by $50.

Sitting on the larger end of EcoFlow’s RIVER series, the RIVER 2 Pro arrives ready to support your campsites and provide short-term backup power with its 768Wh LiFePO4 capacity. The X-boost tech installed in this unit provides up to 1,600W of power output through its eight ports, giving it the means to “run 80% of home appliances.” It’s a handy model for last-minute adventurers thanks to the fast charging that recharges the entire battery in just 70 minutes connected to a wall outlet, with a USB-C and car port option, as well. With this being a bundle deal, you’ll be able to take advantage of its solar charging capabilities right out of the box, giving you a full battery in up to 9 hours (with times cut down between 3.5 to 4.5 hours when utilizing its maximum 220W solar input).

The second of these flash offerings is tailored to help you begin or expand your whole home backup setup, with EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro Ultra Portable Power Station down at $4,899 shipped, from $6,098. It starts with a 6.1kWh LiFePO4 capacity and 7,200W of max output power that you can further expand to 90kWh and 21.6kW output with more equipment. Aside from the obvious assistance it can provide by directly connecting your appliances and devices to it, with the brand’s Smart Home Panel 2 added in, this unit supports you through blackouts with auto-switchover on your breakers, with it also analyzing your power usage to offset peak rates and being able to solar charge via roof panels. It gains mobility via the wheels, with it also boasting an IP54 dust-proof and splash-proof build that can withstand temperatures from -4 to 113 degrees.

Be sure to check out the full extent of EcoFlow’s Valentine’s Day sale that is running through February 23, and keep an eye out for the other scheduled flash sales on February 15, 19, and 20. If you’re planning on grabbing the DELTA 3 Plus power station, specifically, we have an exclusive $541 low price on the unit coming from Wellbots that is still active and worth taking advantage of.

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Various Camplux electric tankless water heaters for sinks, showers, more at up to 40% off starting from a $170 low

Camplux’s official Amazon storefront is offering some solid savings across a selection of its electric tankless water heaters, with things starting lowest for the 8kW model that is down at $169.99 shipped. Normally running you $190, this smaller unit doesn’t get discounts as frequently as its larger counterparts, with today’s deal being the lowest price we’ve seen it go, shaving $20 off the tag. While this is an under-sink unit, you’ll find more options below the fold for whole-bathroom coverage.

Whether you’re living in an older home, a vacation cabin, or need extra support, this 8kW under-sink tankless water heater from Camplux arrives ready to contribute to the household’s support in a compact unit that conveniently fits in “cabinets, bathrooms, garages, basements, and other tight space.” Once you’ve got it installed and running, you don’t have to “wait more than 3 seconds to get plenty of hot water,” with 1-degree increments available between 86 and 131 degrees. There are plenty of safety protections built right in, like against overheating, anti-dry heating, water-electricity separation, and more – plus, the low-consumption heating rods deliver “efficiency up to 99.8% and saving 60% water heating costs for your home.” Keep in mind before buying: it requires a minimum 0.47 GPM water flow to activate alongside double-pole 40A breakers, a wire gauge of 1 x 8 AWG, and a 1/2-inch NPT connection.

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Worx’s Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI portable electric pressure washer hits new $140 low

Amazon is offering the Worx Nitro Hydroshot Plus 20V 710 PSI Portable Electric Pressure Washer for $139.99 shipped. Recently fetching $170 at full price these days after falling from its original $210 rate earlier in 2024, it was mainly seen last year keeping to its MSRP, dropping as low as $145 during Black Friday sales. That rate is getting beaten out here today by this $30 markdown ($70 off its original tag), dropping things lower than we’ve ever seen in time for you to prep for spring’s arrival and all the outdoor cleaning that may be waiting for you.

This portable electric pressure washer from Worx comes stocked with an upgraded Brushless Motor 2.0 over its predecessors, powered by the included 4.0Ah Power Share PRO battery (with a charger for it too). Weighing in at just 4.41 pounds, it provides a lower setting for light-duty cleanings and a higher setting that reaches its max 710 PSI for more stubborn grime hanging around. There’s a 20-foot draw hose that provides a continuous water flow of 0.9 GPM, as well as an IPX5 waterproof rating on the device. It features a 5-in-1 multi-spray nozzle that can switch between a 0-degree direct spray, 15 degrees, 25 degrees, or a 40-degree radius – plus, there’s a watering setting for rinses.

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Transform food waste into nutritious soil with Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300

Govee’s official Amazon storefront is offering its Smart Electric Composter at $299.99 shipped. Usually carrying a $500 price tag with it since releasing back in October, we’ve mainly seen it bouncing back and forth between $350 and its full rate since early December, with occasional drops lower to $300, like we’re seeing today. This is a solid $200 in savings that you’ll benefit from here, dropping costs to the lowest price we have seen since Black Friday and the third-lowest overall – $50 above the low that hasn’t reappeared since it first hit the market.

Adding Govee’s Smart Electric Composter to your kitchen ensures you’ll not only have a better means to track and cut down on food waste (thanks to the digital records it provides), but also get low-cost soil that is ripe with nutrients for your plants. There are three main performance modes here, complete with voice controls via Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, as well as remote smart controls through its companion app, which also provides safety notifications when anything may go wrong with its system. And don’t worry about stinking up your kitchen either, as its been given two interchangeable filters to prevent odors from permeating the space.

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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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Here are the cheapest EVs we could find for lease at under $300/month right now [Updated]

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Spring is finally here, and so are some solid EV lease deals. Right now, a few EVs are going for under $300 a month. Here are the cheapest EVs we could find this March.

Cheapest EVs you can lease this March

After a record year with over 1.3 million EVs sold in the US in 2024, the trend is expected to continue in 2025, with about 15 new models arriving.

Nearly 200,000 electric vehicles were sold in the first two months of the year. In February, the top five best-selling models were the Tesla Model Y, Model 3, Honda Prologue, and Rivian R1S.

Outside of Rivian’s electric SUV and now the Tesla Model Y (the old model is sold out), you can lease any of them for under $300 a month this March. With the average monthly lease payment for an electric car $175 less per month than the average loan, it’s no wonder buyers are choosing to lease.

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According to Experian, the Tesla Model 3, Honda Prologue, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Chevrolet Equinox are among the most leased EVs. Again, all of these are under $300 a month right now.

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Hyundai’s new 2025 IONIQ 5 Limited with a Tesla NACS port (Source: Hyundai)

Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Kia Niro EV $129 24 $3,999 $295
2024 Kia EV6 $179 24 $3,999 $345
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 $159 24 $3,999 $325
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 $199 24 $3,999 $365
2024 Hyundai IONIQ 6 $149 24 $3,999 $315
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6 $169 24 $3,999 $335
2025 Genesis GV60 $299 24 $5,999 $548

Kia and Hyundai continue to offer some of the most affordable, efficient electric vehicles on the market. The Niro EV is one of the cheapest EVs you can lease this month at just $129 per month.

The new 2025 IONIQ 5 (now with more range and a Tesla NACS charging port) and IONIQ 6 are arriving with big discounts. Even the luxury 2025 Genesis GV60 can be leased for under $300 a month this March.

Earlier this week, Hyundai launched a promo giving those who buy or lease a new 2024 or 2025 model year IONIQ 5 or IONIQ 6 a free ChargePoint Level 2 home charger. If you already have one, you can also opt for a $400 public charging credit.

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2024 Honda Prologue Elite (Source: Honda)

Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Honda Prologue $239 36 $1,399 $335
2024 Acura ZDX $299 24 $2,999 $424

Honda’s electric SUV continues to take the US market by storm. In the second half of 2024, the Prologue was the second best-selling electric SUV behind the Tesla Model Y. It has now been a top five best-seller in the US for the first two months of 2025.

With an ultra-low lease rate of just $239 per month, the Prologue is even more affordable than a Civic this month. No wonder sales are surging.

Honda launched the 2025 model earlier this month, which has more range (now up to 308 miles) and power but keeps the same low starting price.

Acura’s luxury electric SUV can be leased for as low as $299 for 24 months. With only $2,999 due at signing, the ZDX is even cheaper than the Genesis GV60, thanks to generous discounts. In some states, ZDX discounts reach as high as $28,000, also making it more affordable than a Civic to lease this month.

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Chevy Equinox EV LT (Source: GM)

Chevy Blazer and Equinox EVs

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Chevy Equinox EV $299 24 $3,169 $431
2024 Chevy Blazer EV $299 24 $3,879 $461

Chevy’s new electric SUVs are quickly rolling out. The electric Equinox was among the top five best-selling EVs in the final three months of 2024. Both can be leased for under $300 a month this March. The Blazer EV is still slightly more expensive, at $3,879. Keep in mind that the Blazer EV deal also includes a $1,000 trade-in bonus.

The electric Equinox SUV, or “America’s most affordable +315 miles range EV,” as Chevy calls it, is even cheaper than the gas model this month with up to $8,500 in savings.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E (left) and F-150 Lightning (right) (Source: Ford)

Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E $213 36 $4,462 $337
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning $233 24 $6,792 $421

Although F-150 Lightning sales are down this year, the Mustang Mach-E remained a top-selling electric SUV through the first two months of 2025

Ford is sweetening the deal with a free Level 2 home charger for any EV purchase or lease through its “Power Promise,” along with a host of other benefits.

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2024 Subaru Solterra (Source: Subaru)

Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Toyota bZ4X $259 36 $2,999 $342
2024 Subaru Solterra $279 36 $279 $287

Japanese automakers are starting to find their rhythm. Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra sales are picking up. With an effective cost of only $287 per month, the Solterra may be the better option this month with standard AWD.

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Tesla Model 3 (Source: Tesla)

Tesla Model 3 is still among the cheapest EVs in March

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
Tesla Model 3 $299 36 $2,999 $382

Although Tesla sold out of old Model Y inventory this month, you can still snag a Model 3 for under $300 a month. The Tesla Model 3 is still one the best-selling EVs in the US, and for a good reason.

The new Long Range AWD Model 3 has an EPA-estimated driving range of up to 363 miles and can add up to 195 miles in just 15 minutes.

Other EVs for lease for under $300 a month

Lease From Term
(months)
Due at Signing Effective rate per month
(including upfront fees)
2025 Nissan LEAF $259 36 $2,279 $322
Fiat 500e $159 24 $1,999 $242

Some of these rates may vary by region. The $239 per month Honda Prologue lease deal is offered in California and other ZEV states. Acura’s $299 ZDX promo is only available in CA, NY, OR, and other select states.

In other parts of the country, the Prologue is still listed at just $269 per month for 36 months. With $3,199 due at signing, the effective cost is still just $358 per month. However, a $1,000 conquest or loyalty offer can lower monthly payments to around $330.

With the Trump administration looking to end federal EV incentives, including the $7,500 tax credit, many of these savings could disappear soon. Automakers can offer such low lease prices right now largely because the tax credit is factored in.

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Aptera Motors has shared another exciting progress update video, giving us our best look yet at its production-intent solar EV out in the real world. The SEV startup recently completed the PI build’s first-ever road trip, traveling over 300 miles using an all-electric battery and free energy from the Sun.

We’re nearing the end of the month here so naturally, that means were due for a video update from our favorite (and only) solar EV startup, Aptera. This time around, we only had to wait about 25 days since Aptera’s last video update, in which it took a production-intent solar EV to a proving ground in the Mojave Desert and completed core efficiency testing under real-world conditions.

Per Aptera, some of those results were “groundbreaking,” including a coast-down test that measured the solar EV’s aerodynamic, rolling, and powertrain losses by tracking how efficiently the vehicle moves through the air along a given road.

At that point, Aptera’s video footage of said testing was our best glimpse of its budding technology, but much of it was on lonely desert roads. This go around, Aptera took to the highway for the first time ever, documenting a 300+ mile road trip you can see in the video below.

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New video showcases Aptera SEV’s 300+ mile journey

Aptera released its latest video alongside a blog post this afternoon. The post shared details of the production-intent solar EV’s first-ever road trip, which was navigated by co-founder and co-CEO Steve Fambro and a support team that helped film it.

As you can see on Aptera’s map above, the solar EV’s journey began at an elevation in Flagstaff, Arizona, where the team documented the solar EV was gathering 300 watts of energy before they even left for the day. In the video, you see Fambro navigate west then south down the historic Route 66, stopping at fun landmarks like Bearizona (a very cool animal sanctuary if you’ve never been) and Lake Havasu.

At one point, Aptera’s video noted that its solar EV was pulling over 545 watts of solar input, even though it was overcast. The vehicle’s all-electric powertrain, paired with additional range from the Sun, helped propel the car over 300 miles to its final destination in Imperial Valley, California, turning heads and garnering plenty of photos along the way. Per Fambro:

Almost everyone we passed had their phones out filming us. It’s clear that Aptera’s design stops traffic—without needing to stop for a charge.

To celebrate its first road trip validating its solar EV in real-world conditions on a public highway, Aptera is giving away a $800 “solar-powered prize pack.” You can learn more about how to enter here, and be sure to watch Aptera’s full video of the road trip below.

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Hyundai is launching new EVs in every corner of the world. The IONIQ 9, its first three-row electric SUV, is about to launch in the US, the low-cost Inster EV is already seeing demand in Europe, and now, Hyundai is about to take on China, the world’s largest EV market. Here’s a sneak peek of Hyundai’s new electric SUV that could launch as the IONIQ 4 in China.

First look at Hyundai’s new electric SUV for China

While many legacy automakers are cutting back in China with the flood of domestic EVs and intensifying price war, Hyundai is doubling down on the market.

Hyundai opened its first overseas digital R&D center in China last year, the Hyundai Motor China Advanced Tech and R&D Center.

The facility is expected to play a key role as Hyundai looks to compete with China’s leading EV makers like BYD. By working with local tech companies and suppliers, the R&D center will create vehicles tailored to customers in the region.

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Unlike its other models, like the IONIQ 5, Hyundai’s EVs in China will feature local technology and designs to attract buyers.

After Beijing Hyundai released the first spy photos this week, we are getting a closer look at its “first pure electric platform SUV” in China.

Like the IONIQ 9, Hyundai’s new electric SUV features a full-length light bar and closed grille up front, but there are some noticeable differences. For one, it’s clearly smaller and slightly less boxy. The rear also gains a futuristic light bar.

According to TheKoreanCarBlog, the vehicle is internally known as “OE,” hinting that it could still be part of its IONIQ EV series.

Hyundai’s new electric SUV winter testing in China (Source: Beijing Hyundai)

All Hyundai IONIQ vehicles have had an “E” in their name, which makes the case even stronger that this could be the IONIQ 4.

We should learn more soon, as Hyundai’s new electric SUV is set to launch in China later this year. Check back soon for more information, including specs and prices.

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