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We’re starting this week’s Green Deals by welcoming MOD’s new and improved Groove Step-Thru 3 Beach Cruiser e-bike to the scene at $1,849 ($650 off), which is joining the other e-bikes under the brand’s flag for its Spring Sale event through most of the month. We’ve also got the penultimate, limited-time flash sale from EcoFlow on both the DELTA 3 and DELTA 2 MAX solar generator bundles that start from $1,199 – which will be ending tonight, so don’t dawdle there. Lastly, GE’s Smart Combo Electric Washer & Dryer with Ventless Heat Pump has fallen to $2,100 right now, giving you the chance to save space or double up units for quicker laundry routines with some significant 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 roundup 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.

MOD Spring Sale introduces new and improved Groove Step-Thru 3 beach cruiser e-bike at $1,849

After last month being relatively quiet for MOD Bikes, the brand has now launched its Spring Sale promotions through March 21, which is taking $150 off all its e-bikes (with the discount automatically applied in your cart). One notable return/new release during this sale is the MOD Groove Step-Thru 3 Beach Cruiser e-bike that is combining discounts to $1,849 shipped. This model will normally carry a $2,499 price tag, the same rate its predecessor carried before going off the market at the end of summer last year. This is the first chance at savings here, with the sale’s additional discount providing a solid $650 markdown, setting the bar for future deals while also prepping summer riders with a strong opportunity to hop aboard a premium cruiser.

Coming in three colorway options, MOD’s Groove Step-Thru 3 returns to the scene sporting the previous generations’ classic Americana beach cruiser frame design, which houses a 750W geared hub motor paired with a removable 720Wh Samsung battery (improved from the previous 614Wh model). The cadence sensor from the previous generation has been replaced by a superior torque sensor, which supports the five customizable levels of pedal assistance to provide up to a 28 MPH top speed and 50 miles of travel on a single three to six hour charge – plus, it comes dual-battery capable to extend travel times up to 100 miles. There is also a throttle for pure electric cruises, though this will reduce your travel range.

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Like the MOD’s other models, there’s a solid array of stock features on the Groove Step-Thru 3, like the front suspension, hydraulic brakes, 3-inch multi-terrain tires with fenders over each, a Shimano ALTUS 7-speed derailleur, a snap-on rear cargo rack, a wide premium gel saddle, a suspension seatpost, LED headlight and taillight with braking functionality, a variety of waterproof protections, and a S3 Smart Color Display that has a USB port to charge your devices and password security to lock and unlock the bike.

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EcoFlow flash sale offers DELTA 3 and DELTA 2 MAX solar generator bundles starting from $1,199

EcoFlow has launched its penultimate flash sale offers as part of its ongoing Spring Sale event that runs through March 13. These two member-exclusive deals (free to sign-up) give you a little more bang for your buck at significantly reduced rates – though keep in mind they end tonight. First, there’s the brand’s DELTA 3 Portable Power Station that comes with a 400W solar panel for $1,199 shipped. This package would normally run you $1,898 were it at full price, with the last time we saw it featured being the brand’s Halloween sale at $1,148. Today’s deal comes in with a 37% markdown, giving you back $699 in savings at the second-lowest price we have tracked.

EcoFlow’s DELTA 3 power station is a solid choice for folks looking for a smaller-scale modular system for road trips, camping trips, party/event needs, and emergency backup – with the 400W panel that’s included ensuring you’ll be able to recharge for sustained power. It starts off with a 1,024Wh LiFePO4 capacity which can be expanded up to 5kWh after connecting an expansion battery from the DELTA 3, DELTA Pro 3, DELTA 2 Max, or DELTA 2 stations. It dishes out up to 1,800W of power through its 13 port options, though it can surge up as high as 3,600W for larger appliance needs, thanks to the X-Boost tech here.

That X-Boost tech also extends to its five recharging options, the first of them being a standard wall outlet that can get you back to full in just 56 minutes, which matches the rate that the brand’s Smart Generator 4000 takes. If you already have an 800W alternator charger, hooking it up to your car provides a full battery in 1.3 hours of driving. Hooking up its maximum 1,000W solar input will take you 70 minutes to recharge (with the 400W setup here taking a bit longer obviously), while opting for its multi-charge capability – wall outlet with solar – takes about an hour.

The second option of these flash offers is on the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station that comes with a 220W solar panel and an 800W alternator charger for $1,499 shipped, down from $3,147. This station takes things a little further, starting with the 2,048Wh LiFePo4 capacity that can expand up to 6,144Wh with additional batteries. It dishes out 2,400W of power through its 15 ports, with the activation of its X-Boost mode kicking that up to 3,400W for larger needs. You can connect up to 1,000W of solar input here, with a similar dual-charging mode to the above model providing an 80% battery in 43 minutes, among its other options.

EcoFlow’s Spring Sale will be continuing through March 13, with the final of these member-exclusive flash offers scheduled to start on March 12, so keep your eyes peeled come Wednesday.

GE Smart Combo electric washer and ventless heat pump dryer

GE’s 2-in-1 smart combo electric washer & ventless heat pump dryer saves more space at $2,100

Best Buy is now offering the GE Profile 4.8 Cubic-Foot Smart Combo Electric Washer & Dryer with Ventless Heat Pump for $2,099.99 shipped. Normally going for $2,900 at full price, we usually see sales bringing the cost down around $2,200, though things have gone as low as $1,750, which we last saw during Black Friday sales. Today’s deal provides a 28% markdown, which puts $800 back in your pocket at the fourth-lowest price we have tracked. Not only does it beat out GE’s own website where it’s listed for $99 more, but there’s also an open-box option to save extra money at $1,785.

This 2-in-1 washer/dryer combo from GE provides you with far more freedom for your laundry setup, even allowing you to double up using the space that would normally be occupied for single-use washer and separate dryer units. The ventless heat pump design here, while “providing 50% more energy efficient airflow drying,” also allows for more open placement options, no longer needing any pre-existing vents to be placed. There are the usual smart controls you’d expect via the SmartHQ app, with the unit’s systems also automatically updating itself through your Wi-Fi, sending you notifications and status alerts to your smartphone in the process. Among those updates from last year, we even saw a big one that now directs its airflow system to separate hair and pet dander from fabrics before the wash cycle begins, collecting it into the EZ Access lint filter.

Another of its standout features is the inclusion of the SmartDispense technology that allows it to hold up to 32 loads of detergent and fabric softener before you’ll need to refill it. You can even scan the barcode on whatever detergent bottle you’re using so that the unit’s AI can adjust the dispensed amounts out based on the brand and your laundry’s load size. Head below for more.

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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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Lectric Ebikes may be launching a new XP 4 this week, and it could change everything

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Lectric Ebikes may be launching a new XP 4 this week, and it could change everything

Lectric Ebikes appears to be preparing for a major new product launch, teasing what looks like the next evolution of its wildly popular folding fat tire electric bike. Based on the clues, it looks like a new Lectric XP 4 could be inbound.

In a social media post released over the weekend, the company shared a minimalist graphic reading “XP4” along with the message “Tune in 5.6.2025 9:30AM PT.” That date – this Tuesday – suggests we’re just hours away from the big reveal of the Lectric XP 4.

If true, this would mark the next generation of the most successful electric bike in the U.S. market. The current model, the Lectric XP 3.0, has become an icon of accessible, budget-friendly electric mobility. Starting at just $999, the XP 3.0 offers a foldable frame, fat tires, a 500W motor, a rear rack, lights, and hydraulic brakes – all packed into a highly shippable design that arrives fully assembled. It’s the kind of package that has helped Lectric claim the title of best-selling e-bike brand in the U.S. for several years in a row.

With the XP 3.0 still going strong, the teaser raises plenty of questions. Will the XP 4.0 be a modest update or a major leap forward? Could we see new features like torque-sensing pedal assist, a location tracking option, or upgraded performance? Or is Lectric preparing a more comfort-oriented variant, maybe even with upgraded suspension or even more accessories included standard?

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The teaser image, which features stylized stripes in grey, blue, and black, may hold some clues. One theory is that the colors represent new trim options or component upgrades. Another possibility is that Lectric is preparing multiple variants of the XP 4.0 – perhaps targeting commuters, adventurers, and off-road riders with purpose-built versions. We took the liberty of a bit of rampant speculation late last year, so perhaps that’s now worth a revisit.

At the same time though, Lectric’s penchant for launching new models at unbelievably affordable prices has never run up against such strong pricing headwinds as those posed by uncertainty in the current US-global trade war fueled by rapidly changing tariffs for imported goods.

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Previous versions of the Lectric XP e-bike line have seen sky-high sales

Whatever the case, Lectric’s knack for surprising the industry with high-value, customer-focused e-bikes means expectations will be high. The brand has built a loyal following by delivering reliable performance at a price point that few can match, and any major update to the XP lineup is likely to ripple across the market.

As a young and energetic e-bike company, Lectric is also known for throwing impressive parties around the launch of new models. It looks like I may need to hop on a red-eye to Phoenix so I can see for myself – and so I can bring you all along, of course.

Be sure to tune in Tuesday at 9:30AM PT to see what Lectric has in store – and you can bet we’ll have all the details and first impressions as soon as they drop.

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U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 4% after OPEC+ agrees to surge production in June

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U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 4% after OPEC+ agrees to surge production in June

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U.S. crude oil futures fell more than 4% on Sunday, after OPEC+ agreed to surge production for a second month.

U.S. crude was down $2.49, or 4.27%, to $55.80 a barrel shortly after trading opened. Global benchmark Brent fell $2.39, or 3.9%, to $58.90 per barrel. Oil prices have fallen more than 20% this year.

The eight producers in the group, led by Saudi Arabia, agreed on Saturday to increase output by another 411,000 barrels per day in June. The decision comes a month after OPEC+ surprised the market by agreeing to surge production in May by the same amount.

The June production hike is nearly triple the 140,000 bpd that Goldman Sachs had originally forecast. OPEC+ is bringing more than 800,000 bpd of additional supply to the market over the course of two months.

Oil prices in April posted the biggest monthly loss since 2021, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have raised fears of a recession that will slow demand at the same time that OPEC+ is quickly increasing supply.

Oilfield service firms such as Baker Hughes and SLB are expecting investment in exploration and production to decline this year due to the weak price environment.

“The prospects of an oversupplied oil market, rising tariffs, uncertainty in Mexico and activity weakness in Saudi Arabia are collectively constraining international upstream spending levels,” Baker Hughes CEO Lorenzo Simonelli said on the company’s first-quarter earnings call on April 25.

Oil majors Chevron and Exxon reported first-quarter earnings last week that fell compared to the same period in 2024 due to lower oil prices.

Goldman is forecasting that U.S. crude and Brent prices will average $59 and $63 per barrel, respectively, this year.

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Chicago plans more, and more equitable public charging as EV sales climb

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Chicago plans more, and more equitable public charging as EV sales climb

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DC fast charging stations in Chicago; via EVgo.

Electric vehicles’ share of the market continues to climb in America’s second city, with BEV registrations up more than 50% in the first quarter of 2025 compared with the same period last year. Great news, but charging hasn’t up – but a new plan from Chicago Department of Transportation aims to build up enough infrastructure for the city to keep up.

In a bid to keep up with the rapid growth of EVs, Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT is currently seeking public feedback on a plan called “Chicago Moves Electric Framework.” The city’s first such plan, it outlines initiatives that include a curbside charging pilot through the city’s utility, ComEd, and expanded charging access in key areas throughout the city.

Unlike other such plans, however, the new plan aims to focus on bringing electric vehicle charging to EIEC and low income communities, too.

“Through this framework, we are setting clear goals and identifying solutions that reflect the voices of our residents, communities, and regional partners,” said CDOT Commissioner Tom Carney. “By prioritizing equity and public input, we’re creating a roadmap for electric transportation that serves every neighborhood and helps drive down emissions across Chicago.”

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Neighborhoods on the south and west sides of Chicago experience a disproportionate amount of air pollution and diesel emissions, largely due to vehicle emissions according to CDOT. Despite that, most of Chicago’s public charging stations are clustered in higher-income areas while just 7.8% are in environmental justice neighborhoods that face higher environmental burdens.

“Too often, communities facing the greatest economic and transportation barriers also experience the most air pollution,” explains Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. “By prioritizing investments in historically underserved areas and making clean transportation options more affordable and accessible, we can improve both mobility and public health.”

The Framework identifies other near-term policy objectives, as well – such as streamlining the EV charger installation process for businesses and residents and implementing “Low-Emission Zones” in areas disproportionately impacted by air pollution by limiting, or even restricting, access to conventional medium- and heavy-duty vehicles during peak hours.

The Chicago Moves Electric Framework includes the installation of Level 2 and DC fast charging stations in public locations such as libraries and Chicago’s Midway Airport, “supporting not only personal EVs but also electric taxis, ride-hail and commercial fleets.”

Chicago has a goal of installing 2,500 public passenger EV charging stations and electrifying the city’s entire municipal vehicle fleet by 2035.

Electrek’s Take

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ComEd press conference at Chicago Drives Electric, 2024; by the author.

I hate to sound like a bed-wetting liberal here, guys, but Chicago is getting EVs absolutely right with big utility incentives on both vehicles and infrastructure, a governor willing to stand behind smart environmental policy, and a solid push for more and better infrastructure in the areas where they’ll do the most good. They’re even thinking of the children.

Here’s hoping more cities follow suit.

SOURCE: ComEd, via Smart Cities Dive; featured image by EVgo.

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