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Running ahead of the pack in today’s Green Deals is Velotric’s Spring Sale that is cutting up to $400 off its e-bikes while also offering select free gear bundles and 30% off accessory promos. Running alongside its newest release (more below), we’re seeing Velotric’s upgraded 2024 Nomad 1 Plus All-Terrain Fat Tire e-bike with $134 in free gear down at $1,399, among other models. We also spotted Jackery’s palm-sized Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station returning to its $89 low, as well as Autel’s non-hardwired MaxiCharger AC Lite Home 40A Smart AI Level 2 EV Charger with a NEMA 14-50 plug returning to its $399 low. Bringing up the rear is a collection of Greenworks equipment, led by the Greenworks 24V 8-inch Cordless Pole Saw and 20-inch Pole Hedge Trimmer Combo at $161. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s 59% spring savings from EcoFlow, the $762 off e-bike bundles from Lectric, 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.

Go anywhere on Velotric’s 2024 Nomad 1 Plus all-terrain fat tire e-bike with free gear at $1,399

Velotric’s Spring Sale is in bloom with up to $400 in price cuts across its e-bike lineup, with some models getting free accessory bundles while others are seeing 30% off accessory promotions. Coinciding with the release of Velotric’s newest Nomad 2 All-Terrain Fat Tire e-bike, we’re seeing the upgraded 2024 Nomad 1 Plus e-bikes (both the step-over and step-thru models) dropping down to $1,399 shipped and getting $134 in free gear during this event. Normally going for $1,799, we mainly see sales dropping costs between $1,499 and $1,399, with a few falls lower to the $1,299 low – last seen during Black Friday. You’ll be saving $400 here today at the second-lowest price we have tracked.

Ready to carry you on or off the beaten paths, Velotric’s upgraded Nomad 1 Plus e-bike arrives with a 750W motor (1,200W peak) alongside a removable 691Wh battery that provides an increased 28 MPH top speed (up from 25 MPH) and a travel range up to 55 miles when utilizing the five levels of pedal assistance. The fat puncture-resistant tires ensure your fun won’t be stopped early once you go off-road, while the hydraulic suspension fork works to smooth out rougher paths and the hydraulic disc brakes provide solid stopping power – all with an IPX6 waterproof rating.

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Other features on Velotric’s Nomad 1 Plus include a Shimano 8-speed derailleur, fenders over both tires, an integrated LED headlight, a taillight with a braking indicator, a removable thumb-throttle for pure electric riding, and a 3.5-inch backlit LCD display with USB port to top off your devices as you ride – especially if you’re using it as a GPS. You’ll also be getting the free additions of a rear cargo rack and a double spring comfort saddle along with your purchase.

Velotric’s Spring Sale e-bike offers with free gear:

  • Discover 1 Plus Step-Thru Commuter e-bike: $1,199 (Reg. $1,599)
    • 28 MPH for up to 65 miles
    • comes with free rear cargo rack and left-side mirror
  • T1 ST Plus Lightweight e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,549)
    • 28 MPH for up to 70 miles
    • comes with free rear cargo rack and left-side mirror

Velotric’s other Spring Sale e-bike offers (30% off accessories):

jackery explorer 100 plus portable power station

Jackery’s two-pound Explorer 100 Plus 99Wh LiFePO4 power station returns to its $89 low

The official Jackery Amazon storefront is dropping the price on the Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station to $89 shipped. Normally fetching $149 most days, this rate has been popping up more recently since Black Friday sales, already having appeared as a Lightning deal and two longer-lasting cuts since the new year began. It’s back again today with the 40% markdown that cuts $60 off the going rate, dropping the price back to the lowest we have tracked – even beating out Jackery’s direct pricing by $40.

This palm-sized, airline-approved power station from Jackery starts off already beating some of the larger 20,000mAh and 25,000mAh power banks we normally see sitting at higher rates. Weighing in at just two pounds, you’ll be getting a 99Wh (31,000mAh) LiFePO4 capacity here for your device’s backup power needs, delivering up to 128W of power output through the dual USB-C and single USB-A ports. Connecting it to a wall outlet can refill the battery to 70% in about an hour, with things taking a little longer at two hours for a full battery. There’s also the solar charging option too, with its maximum 100W solar input pushing it back to full in about two hours, or you could also connect it to your car’s auxiliary port for a three-hour recharge. There are also the two bundle options you’ll find, with the power station coming with a fast charge kit for $140, down from $170, or a 40W solar panel for $169, down from $229.

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Autel 40V MaxiCharger AC Lite Home level 2 EV charger

Autel’s 40A MaxiCharger AC Lite Home level 2 EV charger comes with a NEMA 14-50 plug and AI assistant for $399 low

Autel’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its MaxiCharger AC Lite Home 40A Smart AI Level 2 EV Charger (non-hardwired with a NEMA 14-50 plug) for $399 shipped. This unit normally carries a $470 price tag since hitting the market back in September, with only six previous discounts on the books – all of them to the $399 low, half of which were short-term Lightning deals. You’re getting another shot at the lowest price we have tracked today, albeit in a non-limited supply period, that puts $71 back in your pocket while equipping you with a reliable means to keep your EV juiced up and running. It also matches in price direct from Autel’s website.

This ENERGY STAR-certified plug-and-play level 2 EV charger from Autel is perfect for anyone driving a J1772-compatible vehicle and has the appropriate NEMA 14-50 plug available, with “installation only taking a few minutes.” It provides between 16A to 40A charging speeds, with a NEMA 4X protection rating against the elements, should you decide to set it up outdoors. You’ll have full smart controls through its companion app, allowing you to monitor and adjust settings, schedules, and the like – plus, this model comes with its very own AI-powered voice assistant. One other notable inclusion is the RFID card that rounds out the package, ensuring the option to prevent any unauthorized use when it’s not plugged into your own car.

If you’re a Tesla driver looking for a more affordable model, or you would prefer a higher output, you can also find the brand’s 50A hardwired counterpart down at $455 right now. While Amazon only offers the J1772-compatible model, you can find the option to switch to a NACS connector direct from Autel’s website, where it is matching in price.

Greenworks 24V pole saw and pole hedge trimmer combo

Greenworks’ 24V 8-inch cordless electric pole saw and 20-inch pole hedge trimmer combo falls to $161

Amazon is now offering the Greenworks 24V 8-inch Cordless Pole Saw and 20-inch Pole Hedge Trimmer Combo for $160.99 shipped. Normally fetching $210, we’ve mainly seen discounts over the last year keeping costs between $168 and $180. While we have seen it go lower, particularly during Black Friday sales and in past years, you’re still looking at a solid 23% markdown here that cuts $49 off the going rate, giving you the lowest price we’ve seen since November – $27 above the all-time low from 2023. It’s even beating out Greenworks’ direct site by $7.

Why deal with the noise and fumes that come with gas-powered models when you can keep your trees and hedges trimmed with this 24V alternative? This combo kit from Greenworks gives you two tools in one package, with an 8-inch bar and chain pole saw that features an automatic oiler to keep things running smoothly, ensuring durability and extending its lifespan. Outside of branch and small trunk trimmings, you’ll also get the 20-inch pole hedge trimmer for those higher-reaching hedges and tree tops, which has a 7-position pivoting head to hit any angle. Along with the tools themselves, you’ll also be getting a 2.0Ah battery and charger to round everything out.

Other notable Greenworks deals:

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

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 (Beta) (US, AMD)

Grok now available directly in your Tesla

Requires Premium Connectivity or a WiFi connection

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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