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Starting off this week’s Green Deals is Lectric’s newly launched Presidents’ Day sale with up to $650 in free gear coming with its e-bike offers. Among the many package sizes we’re seeing this time around, the new XPeak 2.0 Long-Range Off-Road e-bikes are getting their largest bundles to date ($562 in free gear) at $1,699. We also have Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station down at $479 while the brand’s Valentine’s Day sale continues, as well as up to 22% discounts hitting the popular EGO Power+ 56V single-stage and double-stage snow blowers, starting from $549. Lastly, Aventon’s Soltera.2 Urban Commuter e-bike can still be scored at $999 while the brand continues with New Year savings. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly coverage 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.

Lectric’s Presidents’ Day sale offers largest bundle yet on new XPeak 2.0 long-range e-bikes ($562 in free gear) at $1,699

Lectric has launched its Presidents’ Day sale with up to $650 in free gear accompanying your e-bike purchase while the savings last – with many beating out their previous Valentine’s bundle sizes. Amongst the offers, we spotted the brand’s new XPeak 2.0 Long-Range Off-Road e-bikes getting the biggest bundle packages to date ($562 worth of gear) at $1,699 shipped. One thing to note here is that it seems Lectric might be preparing for incoming tariffs, as the price on these models has increased by $100 (along with two other models, one being the ONE e-bike jumping to $2,399). You’d normally be spending $2,261 in full, but the brand is at least giving it the biggest bundle we’ve seen to date, which at least brings things back into an affordable range with the $562 you’ll save.

Coming in two colorways, Lectric’s four XPeak 2.0 e-bikes arrive with significant upgrades from the previous model, like the new torque sensor that pairs with the brand’s PWR+ tech for even more responsive PAS, which works alongside the 750W Stealth M24 rear hub-motor (which peaks at 1,310W) to support riders up to a max speed of 28 MPH. The standard models’ 15Ah semi-integrated battery provides a travel range of up to 60 miles on a full charge, while the long-range models’ new 20Ah battery extends that range up to 80 miles.

These e-bikes also come with structural upgrades, including a new hydroformed aluminum frame, a higher-end RST Renegade front suspension fork with blacked-out fork stanchions for a much sleeker and stealthier look, as well as lock-on hand grips, a larger 203 mm front disc for the hydraulic mineral oil brakes – plus, a new color LCD too. Continued features include the 8-speed Shimano Altus derailleur, puncture-resistant knobby tires, hidden cable routing, accessory mounting points, removable pedals, and a thumb-throttle for pure electric riding. With the included bundle packages, you’ll also have the option to add on a rear cargo rack, fenders over both wheels, an Elite 850-lux headlight, an accordion-style folding bike lock, and a suspension seat post for more comfort when heading off the beaten path.

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XPeak 2.0 offers with up to $562 bundles

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XPedition 2.0 offers with up to $654 bundles

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XP 3.0 offers with up to $563 bundles

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XP Lite 2.0 offers with up to $557 bundles

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale ONE LR e-bike with $467 bundle

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XP Trike with $419 bundle

Lectric Presidents’ Day sale XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $276 bundle

You can check out Lectric’s full Presidents’ Day sale offers on the landing page here.

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Score Anker’s SOLIX C1000 1,056Wh LiFePO4 power station for your spring trips at $479

Looking back in on Anker’s SOLIX Valentine’s Day sale before it officially ends on February 19, there’s still time to grab the popular C1000 Portable Power Station at $479 shipped. Normally going for $999, over the last year we’ve mainly seen it falling to $549, though it did drop to $449 for Black Friday and went lower than ever to $429 during Cyber Monday, which we’ve seen repeat in the limited-time deals in Anker’s direct sales since. While the limited savings are over for this sale, you can still score this popular backup power solution with a 52% markdown, giving you back $520 at the third-lowest price we have tracked – $50 above the all-time low. You’ll also find it matching in price over at Amazon, just be sure to clip the on-page coupon.

Anker’s compact C1000 power station comes “15% smaller than the industry average,” yet still provides ample backup support with a 1,056Wh LiFePO4 capacity and 11 ports. You can expand that up to 2,112Wh by adding an expansion battery to the equation (bundle option below), which gives you double the capacity to better support larger appliances with its 1,800W output that surges up to 2,400W. Its UltraFast tech delivers faster charging times for the power station, with its battery taking 43 minutes to reach 80% capacity, or you’ll fill up in 58 minutes. The solar charging capabilities here will have it full and ready to go in 1.8 hours through its maximum 600W of input.

Of course, there are also a few bundle packages that are discounted while the sale continues too, giving you some solid savings on its solar generator variations, or you could grab it with a protective water-resistant bag.

Be sure to check out the full lineup of deals while Anker’s SOLIX Valentine’s Day sale continues through February 19.

EGO Power+ snow blowers

Amazon cuts up to 22% off EGO Power+ 56V cordless single and double stage snow blowers starting from $549

Amazon is now offering some significant savings at up to 22% off across its various combination packages of popular one-stage and two-stage snow blowers. The lowest rate amongst the bunch starts with the 56V 21-inch Cordless Electric Single-Stage Snow Blower that comes with two 5.0Ah batteries at $549 shipped. Down from $700, we usually see more discounts on the package with 4.0Ah batteries, especially over the last year. Today’s deal provides a 22% markdown, giving you back $151 in savings at the best-returning price that we have seen in the last few years. Be sure to head below to learn more about its performance as well as check out the full list of discounts we’ve compiled.

We’ve still got plenty of snow days ahead of us before spring arrives, especially for folks in the northern sections of the country. This 56V snow blower from EGO Power+ utilizes a brushless motor to clear out a 21-inch wide path through piling snow, tossing it up to 35 feet out of the way. The two 5.0Ah batteries gives you plenty of juice to clear up to 8-inch high snow from a 10-car driveway on a single charge, with a variable speed control for improved handling and two bright LED headlights for increased visibility at the top and bottom of the day. It also starts up at the push of a button, making pull strings a thing of the past – especially considering having to deal with them in cold weather, which is never pleasant when they act up.

Other EGO Power+ snow clearing deals:

  • 56V 21-inch Cordless Single-Stage Snow Blower: $599 (Reg. $750)
    • with steel auger and two 5.0Ah batteries
  • 56V 21-inch Cordless Single-Stage Snow Blower: $749 (Reg. $850)
    • with steel auger and two 7.5Ah batteries
  • 56V 21-inch Cordless Single-Stage Snow Blower: $899 (Reg. $999)
    • with auger-propelled system and two 7.5Ah batteries
  • 56V 24-inch Cordless Self-Propelled Two-Stage Snow Blower: $1,299 (Reg. $1,500)
    • with two 7.5Ah batteries
  • 56V 24-inch Cordless Self-Propelled Two-Stage Snow Blower: $1,599 (Reg. $1,800)
    • with two 10.0Ah batteries
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Aventon’s urban-friendly Soltera.2 commuter e-bike gives you reliable commuting support at just $999

While we’re surprised to see Aventon refrain from sale changeups in 2025, the brand is still offering up to $700 in savings across most of its lineup of e-bikes – like the ongoing free extra battery promotions on the Pace 500.3 Cruiser e-bikes, for example. Riding right beside those double-mileage deals is the Soltera.2 Urban Commuter e-bike that is keeping at $999 shipped while these savings last. Carrying a full $1,199 price tag these days, it’s been keeping near its 2024 post-tariff low, which we only ever saw beaten by a fall to $799 before the tariffs took effect over last summer. You’re still getting it at the second-best rate we have tracked, which beats out many of its competitor lightweight models. You can also check out the upgraded Soltera 2.5 e-bike that recently hit the market too, though we’ve yet to see any savings affect its $1,199 starting price.

Weighing in at just 46 pounds, urban residents will find a reliable means to commute of their own accord on Aventon’s Soltera.2 e-bike, getting you to and from your daily appointments while also being easy to manage in and out of city dwellings. The minimalist, ergonomic frame houses the 9.6Ah battery that keeps the 350W brushless rear-hub motor running, with four PAS levels supporting you up to the 20 MPH top speed for up to 46 miles on a full charge. There’s even been a torque sensor added to the mix, giving you better pedal assistance pickup, as well as the handlebar-mounted throttle that will shorten the travel distance while giving you pure electric action.

It comes with a few key add-on upgrades for a more enhanced experience, while still keeping itself lightweight and easier to handle in urban settings, like the backlit LCD display that has a hidden USB port to charge your smartphone as you ride (especially if using it as a GPS). There are also front and rear integrated lights with turn signal functionality here, as well as a 7-speed Shimano derailleur and 700c x 38c Kenda tires.

You can check out all the continuing e-bike savings from Aventon on the landing page here.

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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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This new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikes

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This new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikes

Forget fumbling with cables or hunting for batteries – TILER is making electric bike charging as seamless as parking your ride. The Dutch startup recently introduced its much-anticipated TILER Compact system, a plug-and-play wireless charger engineered to transform the user experience for e-bike riders.

At the heart of the new system is a clever combo: a charging kickstand that mounts directly to almost any e‑bike, and a thin charging mat that you simply park over. Once you drop the kickstand and it lands on the mat, the bike begins charging automatically via inductive transfer – no cable required. According to TILER, a 500 Wh battery will fully charge in about 3.5 hours, delivering comparable performance to traditional wired chargers.

It’s an elegantly simple concept (albeit a bit chunky) with a convenient upside: less clutter, fewer broken cables, and no more need to bend over while feeling around for a dark little hole.

TILER claims its system works with about 75% of existing e‑bike platforms, including those from Bosch, Yamaha, Bafang, and other big bames. The kit uses a modest 150 W wireless power output, which means charging speeds remain practical while keeping the system lightweight (the tile weighs just 2 kg, and it’s also stationary).

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TILER has already deployed over 200 charging points across Western Europe, primarily serving bike-share, delivery, hospitality, and hotel fleets. A recent case study in Munich showed how a cargo-bike operator saved approximately €1,250 per month in labor costs, avoided thousands in spare batteries, and cut battery damage by 20%. The takeaway? Less maintenance, more uptime.

Now shifting to prosumer markets, TILER says the Compact system will hit pre-orders soon, with a €250 price tag (roughly US $290) for the kickstand plus tile bundle. To get in line, a €29 refundable deposit is currently required, though they say it is refundable at any point until you receive your charger. Don’t get too excited just yet though, there’s a bit of a wait. Deliveries are expected in summer 2026, and for now are covering mostly European markets.

The concept isn’t entirely new. We’ve seen the idea pop up before, including in a patent from BMW for charging electric motorcycles. And the efficacy is there. Skeptics may wonder if wireless charging is slower or less efficient, but TILER says no. Its system retains over 85% efficiency, nearly matching wired charging speeds, and even pauses at 80% to protect battery health, then resumes as needed. The tile is even IP67-rated, safe for outdoor use, and about as bulky as a thick magazine.

Electrek’s Take

I love the concept. It makes perfect sense for shared e-bikes, especially since they’re often returning to a dock anyway. As long as people can be trained to park with the kickstand on the tile, it seems like a no-brainer.

And to be honest, I even like the idea for consumers. I know it sounds like a first-world problem, but bending over to plug something in at floor height is pretty annoying, not to mention a great way to throw out your back if you’re not exactly a spring chicken anymore. Having your e-bike start charging simply by parking it in the right place is a really cool feature! I don’t know if it’s $300 cool, but it’s pretty cool!

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Tesla launches new software update with Grok, but it doesnt even interface with the car

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Tesla has launched a new software update for its vehicles that includes the anticipated integration of Grok, but it doesnt even interface with the car yet.

Earlier this week, CEO Elon Musk said that Tesla would integrate Grok, the large language model developed by his private company, xAI, into its vehicles.

Today, Tesla started pushing the update to the fleet, but there’s a significant caveat.

The automaker wrote in the release notes (2025.26):

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Grok now available directly in your Tesla

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Grok is currently in Beta & does not issue commands to your car – existing voice commands remain unchanged.

First off, it is only available in vehicles in the US equipped with the AMD infotainment computer, which means cars produced since mid-2021.

But more importantly, Tesla says that it doesn’t send commands to the car under the current version. Therefore, it is simply like having Grok on your phone, but on the onboard computer instead.

Tesla showed an example:

There are a few other features in the 2025.26 software update, but they are not major.

For Tesla vehicles equipped with ambient lighting strips inside the car, the light strip can now sync to music:

Accent lights now respond to music & you can also choose to match the lights to the album’s color for a more immersive effect

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Here’s the new setting:

The audio setting can now be saved under multiple presets to match listening preferences for different people or circumstances:

The software update also includes the capacity to zoom or adjust the playback speed of the Dashcam Viewer.

Cybertruck also gets the updated Dashcam Viewer app with a grid view for easier access and review of recordings:

Tesla also updated the charging info in its navigation system to be able to search which locations require valet service or pay-to-park access.

Upon arrival, drivers will receive a notification with access codes, parking restrictions, level or floor information, and restroom availability:

Finally, there’s a new onboarding guide directly on the center display to help people who are experiencing a Tesla vehicle for the first time.

Electrek’s Take

Tesla is really playing catch-up here. Right now, this update is essentially nothing. If you already have Grok, it’s no more different than having it on your phone or through the vehicle’s browser, since it has no capacity to interact with any function inside the vehicle.

Most other automakers are integrating LLMs inside vehicles with the capacity to interact with the vehicle. In China, this is becoming standard even in entry-level cars.

In the Xiaomi YU7, the vehicle’s AI can not only interact with the car, but it also sees what the car sees through its camera, and it can tell you about what it sees:

Tesla is clearly far behind on that front as many automakers are integrating with other LLMs like ChatGPT and in-house LLMs, like Xiaomi’s.

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Robinhood is up 160% this year, but several obstacles are ahead

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Florida AG opens probe into Robinhood. Here's the latest

Robinhood stock hit an all-time high Friday as the financial services platform continued to rip higher this year, along with bitcoin and other crypto stocks.

Robinhood, up more than 160% in 2025, hit an intraday high above $101 before pulling back and closing slightly lower.

The reversal came after a Bloomberg report that JPMorgan plans to start charging fintechs for access to customer bank data, a move that could raise costs across the industry.

For fintech firms that rely on thin margins to offer free or low-cost services to customers, even slight disruptions to their cost structure can have major ripple effects. PayPal and Affirm both ended the day nearly 6% lower following the report.

Despite its stellar year, the online broker is facing several headwinds, with a regulatory probe in Florida, pushback over new staking fees and growing friction with one of the world’s most high-profile artificial intelligence companies.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier opened a formal investigation into Robinhood Crypto on Thursday, alleging the platform misled users by claiming to offer the lowest-cost crypto trading.

“Robinhood has long claimed to be the best bargain, but we believe those representations were deceptive,” Uthmeier said in a statement.

The probe centers on Robinhood’s use of payment for order flow — a common practice where market makers pay to execute trades — which the AG said can result in worse pricing for customers.

Robinhood Crypto General Counsel Lucas Moskowitz told CNBC its disclosures are “best-in-class” and that it delivers the lowest average cost.

“We disclose pricing information to customers during the lifecycle of a trade that clearly outlines the spread or the fees associated with the transaction, and the revenue Robinhood receives,” added Moskowitz.

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev explains 'dual purpose' behind trading platform's new crypto offerings

Robinhood is also facing opposition to a new 25% cut of staking rewards for U.S. users, set to begin October 1. In Europe, the platform will take a smaller 15% cut.

Staking allows crypto holders to earn yield by locking up their tokens to help secure blockchain networks like ethereum, but platforms often take a percentage of those rewards as commission.

Robinhood’s 25% cut puts it in line with Coinbase, which charges between 25.25% and 35% depending on the token. The cut is notably higher than Gemini’s flat 15% fee.

It marks a shift for the company, which had previously steered clear of staking amid regulatory uncertainty.

Under President Joe Biden‘s administration, the Securities and Exchange Commission cracked down on U.S. platforms offering staking services, arguing they constituted unregistered securities.

With President Donald Trump in the White House, the agency has reversed course on several crypto enforcement actions, dropping cases against major players like Coinbase and Binance and signaling a more permissive stance.

Even as enforcement actions ease, Robinhood is under fresh scrutiny for its tokenized stock push, which is a growing part of its international strategy.

The company now offers blockchain-based assets in Europe that give users synthetic exposure to private firms like OpenAI and SpaceX through special purpose vehicles, or SPVs.

An SPV is a separate entity that acquires shares in a company. Users then buy tokens of the SPV and don’t have shareholder privileges or voting rights directly in the company.

OpenAI has publicly objected, warning the tokens do not represent real equity and were issued without its approval. In an interview with CNBC International, CEO Vlad Tenev acknowledged the tokens aren’t technically equity shares, but said that misses the broader point.

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“What’s important is that retail customers have an opportunity to get exposure to this asset,” he said, pointing to the disruptive nature of AI and the historically limited access to pre-IPO companies.

“It is true that these are not technically equity,” Tenev added, noting that institutional investors often gain similar exposure through structured financial instruments.

The Bank of Lithuania — Robinhood’s lead regulator in the EU — told CNBC on Monday that it is “awaiting clarifications” following OpenAI’s statement.

“Only after receiving and evaluating this information will we be able to assess the legality and compliance of these specific instruments,” a spokesperson said, adding that information for investors must be “clear, fair, and non-misleading.”

Tenev responded that Robinhood is “happy to continue to answer questions from our regulators,” and said the company built its tokenized stock program to withstand scrutiny.

“Since this is a new thing, regulators are going to want to look at it,” he said. “And we expect to be scrutinized as a large, innovative player in this space.”

SEC Chair Paul Atkins recently called the model “an innovation” on CNBC’s Squawk Box, offering some validation as Robinhood leans further into its synthetic equity strategy — even as legal clarity remains in flux across jurisdictions.

Despite the regulatory noise, many investors remain focused on Robinhood’s upside, and particularly the political tailwinds.

The company is positioning itself as a key beneficiary of Trump’s newly signed megabill, which includes $1,000 government-seeded investment accounts for newborns. Robinhood said it’s already prototyping an app for the ‘Trump Accounts‘ initiative.

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