Aventon makes way for latest releases by offering its Level 2 commuter e-bikes for $1,599
With the arrival of Aventon’s new Level 3 Smart Commuter e-bikes, the brand is having a clearance sale on select models, led by the Level 2 Commuter e-bikes at $1,599 shipped, which come in either the step-over or step-through designs. They would normally cost $1,899 at full price, but we’ve been seeing them keep more towards $1,699 most of the last year, falling to $1,599 during Black Friday and Christmas sales and into the new year. While we’ve seen this model go as low as $1,499 back in 2023 direct from Aventon, while Best Buy offered a one-day $1,299 low sale in April of last year, this is the best rate we’ve seen in the time since, giving you $300 in savings and equipping your commutes with some serious traveling power.
The Level 2 has been Aventon’s flagship commuter model for some time now, though that may be changing now that we’re seeing the upgraded smart capabilities of the new Level 3 e-bikes. The streamlined frame houses a 500W (peaking at 750W) rear-hub motor with a fully-integrated 14.0Ah battery, delivering up to 28 MPH top speeds for up to 60 miles on a full charge. Using the throttle alone to cruise around limits the speed to 20 MPH, with the 28 MPH speed available when utilizing the five PAS levels (supported by a torque sensor).
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There’s a rear-mounted rack to carry any cargo along with you, as well as front and rear fenders over the hybrid tires and a front suspension fork. It also features integrated head and taillights, with the rear lights offering a brake light function, and you’ll find a handy backlit LCD display attached to the handlebars that gives you real-time at-a-glance status updates as you ride.
GPS tracking, auto-lock, unusual movement detection, alarm system, more
Pay $10 now to secure $300 off Anker’s new 40L or 58L EverFrost 2 electric coolers in early-bird preorders
Following behind the early pre-sale offer from Wellbots, Anker is now offering its own early-bird savings on the new SOLIX EverFrost 2 Electric Cooler in two sizes – with a $10 ticket purchase through March 6 securing you a $300 off coupon down the road, leading the 40L model to drop to $599.99 shipped, while the 58L model will be taken down to $799.99 shipped. These new devices will normally fetch $900 and $1,100 at full price once officially launched, with today’s deal specially solid if you wanted the smaller of the two options, otherwise, the 58L model comes in $1 above the Wellbots offer we covered last week. Regardless of which option you choose here, there’s also the additional $60 in savings you’ll get with the included free gear: a cup holder, a knife holder, and a fishing rod holder.
As I said, we’re seeing a similar deal on the 58L from Wellbots that gives you the same free gear package at $1 less, with the purchase there securing your unit before it begins shipping next month, so you don’t have to worry about coming back to then make another purchase like you will here. You can learn about that deal and the 58L model in our original coverage.
Coming in as the second-largest model of the three (the smaller 23L won’t launch until a later date than the others), Anker’s 40L EverFrost 2 doesn’t sport the dual-compartments like its 58L counterpart, but will still provide cooling or freezing functions so you don’t have to worry about ice runs ever again. Controlled via its app, these new models are tossing out the first generation’s direct cooling systems in favor of air-cooled refrigeration, giving you a chilled space for food and drinks in up to 18 minutes, depending on which mode you have it set in.
Like the dual-zone model, this mid-size unit also sports dual battery ports, allowing it to run up to 104 continuous hours while in Eco mode. Each 288Wh battery also comes with extra functionality, as it can be removed from the cooler and used as a power bank if need be, providing you with the means to top off devices with the 60W USB-C and 12W USB-A ports. There are four options for recharging: connect a maximum 100W of solar input, plug into a wall outlet or a 12V car port (these three are rated for a 3.6-hour charge time), or you can use a USB-C connection for a 5.5-hour charge. Every size comes with an IPX3 water-resistance rating, as well as large 6-inch wheels for semi-rough terrain and a fold-down tray that is also used as a handle.
Get 40A speeds with Leviton’s at-home or on-the-go EV40P Level 2 smart EV charger at a new $334 low
Amazon is now offering the best rate yet on the Leviton EV40P Level 2 Smart EV Charger for $334.04 shipped. This model usually carries a $499 price tag, though it’s been more recently keeping around $418 to $444 in 2025. While the last year has kept the price above $400 during most discounts, today’s deal comes in with a better-than-ever 33% markdown, saving you $165 at a new all-time low price that beats out the previous low we last saw in August by $50. It’s also beating out Leviton’s direct site, where it’s currently priced higher at $549.
The EV40P charger from Leviton comes encased in a water-resistant enclosure while its 25-foot cable can stand up to freezing and cracking, allowing you to install it either indoors or outdoors. On that note, this model comes with a plug-in design for both at-home and on-the-go needs, delivering up to 40A charging speeds, as long as there is a NEMA 14-50P outlet available. The SAE-J1772 connector ensures universal compatibility with most EVs on the market, including Audi, BMW, Ford, Honda, Subaru, and even Tesla with a Leviton NACS Adapter. Using the My Leviton App, you’ll get full smart controls that give you the real-time status of the station whether it’s in use or not, as well as additional remote controls to set schedules during off-peak hours, start/stop sessions, and even receive notifications when faults occur.
If you’re more in the market for a hardwired model to install at your home with higher charging speeds, you can find the Autel MaxiCharger AC Lite Home Level 2 EV charger at $455 right now, down from $569. It comes with a J1772 connector, though Tesla drivers can find the option for a NACS connector direct from the brand’s site where it matches in price. You’ll get up to 50A speeds here, averaging around 37 miles for every hour of charging. It sports the usual array of smart controls you expect and comes weather-resistant against temperatures as low as -40 degrees.
Out-of-home adventures last longer with DJI’s Power 1000 1,024Wh LiFePO4 station at $419
DJI’s official Amazon storefront is offering its DJI Power 1000 Portable Power Station for $419 shipped, after clipping the on-page $30 off coupon. Normally you’d be paying $999 for this model at full price, though today it’s already starting off lower than we’ve seen it in 2025 – plus, with the additional $30 off coupon things are going even further with a combined 58% markdown. While we have seen things go as low as $399 and $379 back during Black Friday and Christmas sales (which haven’t been seen again since), you’re still looking at $580 in savings at the third-lowest price we have seen – $40 above the all-time low. It’s even beating out DJI’s direct site by $280.
An ideal backup companion for anyone who spends most of their time out of the house (especially if its to fly any of the brand’s high-quality drones), the Power 1000 station provides a 1,024Wh LiFePO4 capacity to top off laptops, tablets, cameras, drones, and more. There are 8 port options on this unit, with its two ACs delivering up to 2,200W (surging to 2,600W) for larger appliance coverage, while the dual USB-Cs offer 140W fast-charging speeds each, as well as the others.
If you pair this power station with either a MPPT module or the brand’s Power Car Power Outlet to SDC Power Cable, you can utilize the sun’s rays for solar charging. It boasts a sizeable 1,600W max solar input, which takes about 80 minutes to refill the battery to full. You can also recharge it by plugging it into a wall outlet for an 80% battery in 50 minutes, with a 100% battery taking a little longer at 70 minutes.
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.
EV charging veteran ChargePoint has unveiled its new charger product architecture, which is described as a “generational leap in AC Level 2 charging.” The new ChargePoint technology designed for consumers in North America and Europe will enable vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities and the ability to charge your EV in as quickly as four hours.
ChargePoint is not only a seasoned contributor to EV infrastructure but has established itself as an innovative leader in the growing segment. In recent years, it has expanded and implemented new technologies to help simplify the overall process for its customers. In 2024, the network reached one million global charging ports and has added exciting features to support those stations.
Last summer, the network introduced a new “Omni Port,” combining multiple charging plugs into one port. It ensures EV drivers of nearly any make and model can charge at any ChargePoint space. The company also began implementing AI to bolster dependability within its charging network by identifying issues more quickly, improving uptime, and thus delivering better charging network reliability.
As we’ve pointed out, ChargePoint continues to utilize its resources to develop and implement innovative solutions to genuine problems many EV drivers face regularly, such as vandalism and theft. We’ve also seen ChargePoint implement new charger technology to make the process more affordable for fleets.
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Today, ChargePoint has introduced a new charger architecture that promises to bring advanced features and higher charging rates to all its customers across residential, commercial, and fleet applications.
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ChargePoint unveils maximum speed V2X charger tech
This morning, ChargePoint unveiled its next generation of EV charger architecture, complete with bidirectional capabilities and speeds up to double those of most current AC Level 2 chargers.
As mentioned above, this new architecture will serve as the backbone of new ChargePoint chargers across all segments, including residential, commercial, and fleet customers. Hossein Kazemi, chief technical officer of hardware at ChargePoint, elaborated:
ChargePoint’s next generation of EV chargers will be revolutionary, not evolutionary. The architecture underpinning them enables highly anticipated technologies which will deliver a significantly better experience for station owners and the EV drivers who charge with them.
The new ChargePoint chargers will feature V2X capabilities, enabling residential and commercial customers to use EVs to power homes and buildings with the opportunity to send excess energy back to the local grid. Dynamic load balancing can automatically boost charging speeds when power is not required at other parts of the connected building structure, enabling efficiency and faster recharge rates.
ChargePoint shared that its new charger architecture can achieve the fastest possible speed for AC current (80 amps/19.2 kW), charging the average EV from 0 to 100% in just four hours. That’s nearly double the current AC Level 2 standard (no pun intended).
Other features include smart home capabilities where residential or commercial owners can implement the charger within a more extensive energy storage system, including solar panels, power banks, and smart energy management systems. The new architecture also enables series-wiring capabilities, meaning fleet depots, multi-unit dwellings, or even residential homes with multiple EVs can maximize charging rates without upgrading their wiring configuration or energy service plan.
These new chargers will also feature ChargePoint’s Omni Port technology, enabling a wider range of compatibility across all EV makes and models. According to ChargePoint, this new architecture complies with MID and Eichrecht regulations in Europe and ENERGY STAR in the US.
The first charger models on the platform are expected to hit Europe this summer followed by North America by the end of 2025.
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Crashing oil prices triggered by waning demand, global trade war fears and growing crude supply could more than double Saudi Arabia’s budget deficit, a Goldman Sachs economist warned.
The bank’s outlook spotlighted the pressure on the kingdom to make changes to its mammoth spending plans and fiscal measures.
“The deficits on the fiscal side that we’re likely to see in the GCC [Gulf Cooperation Council] countries, especially big countries like Saudi Arabia, are going to be pretty significant,” Farouk Soussa, Middle East and North Africa economist at Goldman Sachs, told CNBC’s Access Middle East on Wednesday.
Spending by the kingdom has ballooned due to Vision 2030, a sweeping campaign to transform the Saudi economy and diversify its revenue streams away from hydrocarbons. A centerpiece of the project is Neom, an as-yet sparsely populated mega-region in the desert roughly the size of Massachusetts.
Plans for Neom include hyper-futuristic developments that altogether have been estimated to cost as much as $1.5 trillion. The kingdom is also hosting the 2034 World Cup and the 2030 World Expo, both infamously costly endeavors.
Digital render of NEOM’s The Line project in Saudi Arabia
The Line, NEOM
Saudi Arabia needs oil at more than $90 a barrel to balance its budget, the International Monetary Fund estimates. Goldman Sachs this week lowered its year-end 2025 oil price forecast to $62 a barrel for Brent crude, down from a previous forecast of $69 — a figure that the bank’s economists say could more than double Saudi Arabia’s 2024 budget deficit of $30.8 billion.
“In Saudi Arabia, we estimate that we’re probably going to see the deficit go up from around $30 to $35 billion to around $70 to $75 billion, if oil prices stayed around $62 this year,” Soussa said.
“That means more borrowing, probably means more cutbacks on expenditure, it probably means more selling of assets, all of the above, and this is going to have an impact both on domestic financial conditions and potentially even international.”
Financing that level of deficit in international markets “is going to be challenging” given the shakiness of international markets right now, he added, and likely means Riyadh will need to look at other options to bridge their funding gap.
The kingdom still has significant headroom to borrow; their debt-to-GDP ratio as of December 2024 is just under 30%. In comparison, the U.S. and France’s debt-to-GDP ratios of 124% and 110.6%, respectively. But $75 billion in debt issuance would be difficult for the market to absorb, Soussa noted.
“That debt to GDP ratio, while comforting, doesn’t mean that the Saudis can issue as much debt as they like … they do have to look at other remedies,” he said, adding that those remedies include cutting back on capital expenditure, raising taxes, or selling more of their domestic assets — like state-owned companies Saudi Aramco and Sabic. Several Neom projects may end up on the chopping block, regional economists predict.
Saudi Arabia has an A/A-1 credit rating with a positive outlook from S&P Global Ratings and an A+ rating with a stable outlook from Fitch. That combined with high foreign currency reserves — $410.2 billion as of January, according to CEIC data — puts the kingdom in a comfortable place to manage a deficit.
The kingdom has also rolled out a series of reforms to boost and de-risk foreign investment and diversify revenue streams, which S&P Global said in September “will continue to improve Saudi Arabia’s economic resilience and wealth.”
“So the Saudis have lots of options, the mix of all of these is very difficult to pre-judge, but certainly we’re not looking at some sort of crisis,” Soussa said. “It’s just a question of which options they go for in order to deal with the challenges that they’re facing.”
Global benchmark Brent crude was trading at $63.58 per barrel on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in London, down roughly 14% year-to-date.
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