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Today’s Green Deals are being led by new and returning low prices on a pair of GoTrax e-bikes, starting with the brand’s Everest Electric Dirt Bike that is currently $2,021 off at a new $3,979 low. Right behind it is GoTrax’s F2 20-inch Folding e-bike that provides some solid commuting power while retaining a budget-friendly rate at its $674 low. Next, we’re seeing a small selection of new EGO Power+ deals, with the brand’s 56V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw that includes a 5.0Ah battery hitting the best price in years for $249. Lastly, EcoFlow’s Spring Sale has launched the final one-day-only flash sale with three different offerings, the best of them being a DELTA 2 Portable Power Station bundled with a smart extra battery for double the capacity, as well as coming with a protective bag – all for $799, while the other two are on add-on gear. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s ALLPOWERS Spring Sale offers, Lectric’s St. Paddy’s Day e-bike deals, 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.

GoTrax’s Everest electric dirt bike hits 53 MPH for up to 50 miles of adventure at new $3,979 low

Best Buy is now offering the GoTrax Everest Electric Dirt Bike for $3,979 shipped. Normally, you’d have to shell out $6,000 for this model at full price these days since it fell from its original $6,500 rate back in 2024. Discounts are fairly rare, with the previous ones we’ve seen over the last year almost entirely keeping to limited one-day-only timeframes, the lowest of which dropped costs to $4,000. That rate is getting beaten out here today with a 34% markdown, cutting $2,021 off the tag to go right back into your pocket, dropping the price to the lowest we have seen. It’s also beating out the pricing we’re seeing direct from GoTrax’s website, where it’s down at $4,500.

An ideal option for motocross fans and riders looking to electrify their fun and toss out the need for noisy fume-belching gas-guzzlers, GoTrax’s Everest electric dirt bike races along with a 4,000W rear-drive motor (peaking at 8,000W). It reaches top speeds of 53 MPH while the removable 72V 32Ah battery gives you up to 50 miles of riding before needing a 4-hour charge.

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GoTrax’s Everest dirt bike weighs in much lighter than you’d expect at just 172 pounds, with a bunch of features that only make your riding experience better. You’ll find multiple riding modes, dual-shock suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, and the off-road tires smoothing out rides and offering more control. There’s also the dual headlights, the taillight with brake lighting and turn signals, as well as mudguards and an LED digital display.

GoTrax F2 20-inch Folding e-bike

GoTrax’s 40-mile trekking F2 20-inch folding e-bike returns to the $674 low (Save $226+)

Amazon is now offering a great opportunity to score a budget-friendly commuting solution in the form of GoTrax’s F2 20-inch Folding Electric Bike at $674 shipped. This model already starts at a fairly reasonable $900 full price at Amazon, with higher $1,199 MSRPs from GoTrax. Discounts have been few and far between over the year, mostly coming directly from GoTrax’s website, and only going as low as $674. You’re looking at a solid 25% markdown here today, giving you $226 off Amazon’s rate ($525 off its original MSRP) at the lowest price we have tracked. You’ll also find it matching directly from GoTrax’s site right now too.

GoTrax’s F2 20-inch e-bike makes a great commuting option for newbies and experienced riders, especially if you’re trying to get around without making a serious dent in your savings like higher-end models will. The Folding body here helps you to conserve space when it’s not in use, while the combination of its 500W brushless motor and 10.4Ah battery provides you with 20 MPH top speeds for up to 40 miles when supported by the PAS system and 22 miles cruising on pure electricity – all on a 5.5-hour charge.

It’s been given more urban-focused tires that can still handle going off road, with front shock absorbers and a transmission system that can handle beach and mountain terrain. You’ll also have a 7-speed derailleur for folks who like getting some cardio in, dual disc brakes, an LED headlight, and a full color display for setting adjustments and performance data.

EGO Power+ 56V 16-inch cordless electric chainsaw

EGO’s 56V 16-inch cordless electric chainsaw returns to best price in years at $249

Amazon is now offering the EGO POWER+ 56V 16-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw with 5.0Ah battery for $249 shipped. Usually keeping around $299 most days, this model sees far less discounts than its counterparts with smaller batteries and has been holding strong at $299 since early November, being skipped over for Black Friday sales entirely. Aside from a lone Lightning Deal back in July 2023, this is the lowest price we have tracked thanks to the $50 markdown hitting it today.

Whether you’re dealing with the cleanup after the winter season, setting yourself up with plenty of firewood, or more, it’s always handy to have a reliable means to cut through it all – plus, there’s no more dealing with the fumes and noise from gas-guzzlers. With the included 5.0Ah battery, this 16-inch chainsaw will make quick work of wood with up to 250 cuts per every full charge at up to 6,800 RPMs, delivering the equivalent performance of a 35CC gas model. Fitting right in with the brand’s ecosystem, you can even interchange batteries you may already have for extended runtimes while also ensuring that sudden weather changes won’t ruin its functioning, thanks to the IPX4 weather-resistant construction.

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There’s still a ton of hangover deals on EGO brand equipment right now that are worth considering. If you tend to have plenty of batteries lying around and want to get some extra usage out of them, check out the $249 low on EGO’s Nexus Escape 400W 3-Port Inverter Kit. We’re also still seeing the 56V 21-inch Cordless Self-Propelled mower that comes with two 6.0Ah batteries for a 100-minute runtime keeping to its new $700 low, as well as the new $3,999 low hitting the larger Z6 42-inch Zero-Turn Electric Riding Lawn Mower with four 10Ah batteries.

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Portable Power Station with smart extra battery

It’s the penultimate day of EcoFlow’s Spring Sale which means its the final one-day flash sale of the event, and the brand is offering three different deals – two direct from its site and one coming from its official Amazon storefront. The most notable of the bunch delivers a DELTA 2 Portable Power Station bundled with a smart extra battery and a protective carrying bag for $799 shipped. Normally, just the power station and battery combo would run you $1,798 at full price, with discounts often taking things as low as $899 in past sales, especially when offered as a limited flash option. Today’s deal not only beats out all the former rates for those two devices, but you’ll also be getting the protective bag at no extra charge, landing things down at the lowest price we have tracked.

EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 power station starts with a 1,024Wh capacity that bumps up to 2,048Wh with the bundled extra battery and can go even further to 3kWh with another added on. Through its 15 port options it delivers up to 1,800W of power output, surging up to 2,700W when needed by larger devices/appliances. It sports a 500W max solar input, so pairing this setup with a 400W or two 220W panels will provide a full charge in six to twelve hours. Plugging the power station into a wall outlet would normally yield an 80% battery in 50 minutes and a 100% battery in 80 minutes, so it will take about twice that time with the extra battery hooked up too.

The other two deals during this flash sale are on add-on gear for your existing power station setup, with the first giving you two 160W Portable Solar Panels for $549 shipped, which would usually cost $898 paired together. The last of them comes from Amazon, offering a DELTA 2 Max Smart Extra Battery for $949 shipped, down from $1,399. With this added onto your DELTA 2 Max power station, you’ll expand its 2,048Wh capacity to 4,096Wh.

Be sure to check out the full lineup of EcoFlow’s Spring Sale while the savings last through tomorrow (March 13) with up to 59% being taken off units until then – plus there’s bonus savings, and a free gift option.

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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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Review: I tested the Viribus SC5 fat tire electric trike, and it’s more capable than I expected

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Review: I tested the Viribus SC5 fat tire electric trike, and it’s more capable than I expected

When I first saw the Viribus SC5 electric trike, I figured it would be a budget-friendly utility trike with basic features and limited performance. I’ve tried a Viribus e-trike before, and while it got the job done, it was a fairly basic and entry level model. But this time, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the SC5 delivers more than just the basics.

I’ve been testing it now for various errands, grocery runs, and casual rides around the neighborhood. After logging some decent miles on it, here’s what I’ve learned about this three-wheeled e-bike, and why I think it’s a strong contender in the growing world of electric trikes.

Viribus SC5 Electric Trike video review

Want to see what it’s like to hop on the SC5 and go for a ride? Watch my video review below! Or keep reading for my complete review.

Viribus SC5 Electric Trike tech specs

  • Motor: 500W front geared hub motor (750 W peak)
  • Top speed: 20 mph (32 km/h) on throttle or 24 mph (38 km/h) on pedal assist
  • Pedal-assist range: Up to 65 miles (104 km)
  • Throttle range: 38 mi (61 km)
  • Battery: 48V 15Ah (720 Wh)
  • Max load: 395 lb (180 kg)
  • Rear rack max load: 110 lb (50 kg)
  • Brakes: Mechanical disc brakes with 160 mm rotors
  • Price: $1,299
  • Extras: LED display, 7-speed Shimano shifter, big rear basket with tail gate and side panels for flatbed-style carrying, plush comfort seat with backrest, LED headlight and tail light, electric horn, right-side half-twist throttle, and three color options

Power that holds up in the real world

Let’s start with the motor. The SC5 uses a 500W front hub motor (750W peak), and while that’s not mind-blowing power on paper, it actually feels pretty solid out on the road. I was able to cruise comfortably at 20 mph using the throttle, and even got up to 24 mph with light pedaling assist.

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A front hub motor is less elegant than a rear motor mounted in a jackshaft style to drive the rear axle, since it can mean that too much torque causes front wheel slippage, but the SC5 seems to have found a good solution in modest torque that prevents the wheel from spinning under normal operation. If you’re going full-throttle in wet leaves or other loose terrain though, you can bet that you’ll get a bit of front tire burnout, so be aware of that.

The modest 500W motor also means that the trike is not a rocket ship, but it doesn’t need to be. I found the acceleration to be smooth and predictable – exactly what you want from a utility-focused trike. The half-twist throttle is removable, but I left it on during testing because let’s be honest, it’s nice to have that instant go-power when you’re loaded down with cargo.

I don’t have many hills to test it on in flat Florida, so I can’t say for sure how well it climbs up anything super steep, but that front mounting location for the motor isn’t going to do it any favors on steeper hills where you have less weight (and thus less traction) on the front tire.

Big battery, decent range

The 48V 15Ah battery (720Wh) is mounted in the downtube for better weight balance and is rated for over 38 miles of range on throttle, which is true if you’re going somewhat slower. If you’re blasting around at 20 mph all the time, you’re not going to get 38 miles of range. But even if you’re snagging the mid to high 20s of miles, that’s still plenty of range for a day of errands or a few days of casual riding without recharging. Few people are commuting long distances on e-trikes; they’re more common for leisurely riding, and 20 miles is a lot of leisurely riding.

And just remember, higher ranges are absolutely possible at slower speeds, and trikes love slower speeds anyway to remain stable in turns, which brings me to the next section.

Surprisingly comfortable ride

Stability and comfort are both important for trikes, and one of the big selling points of a trike is that it offers better stability at low speeds since you don’t need to balance or put your feet down. You do need to be careful turning at high speeds though, since sharp turns at high speed can make trikes tippier.

I tend to ride with my seat lower on a trike than on a bicycle since the lower center of gravity makes them less tippy, but obviously you don’t want to go too low or it will give you issues trying to pedal. If you’re not pedaling though, feel free to treat it like a low-rider and drop that seat way down.

Comfort is one of the biggest selling points of any electric trike, and this one really leans into that. The seat is wide and cushy, with a supportive backrest that makes longer rides feel relaxing instead of rigid. The front suspension fork isn’t the most advanced suspension I’ve seen, but it does help smooth out bumps when you’re cruising over uneven pavement or sidewalk transitions.

And the fat 20×3” tires do a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to absorbing road chatter. I rode over grass, gravel, and cracked city streets, and the trike handled them all better than expected.

Built to haul

One of my favorite parts of riding the SC5 was using it like a mini cargo hauler. I loaded up the rear basket with groceries, bags of gear, and even a couple of super-heavy portable power station batteries, and I had no problems. The rated payload capacity is 395 pounds (rider plus cargo), and it felt stable even when I was near the limit. The rear basket’s weight limit is 110 pounds, which I absolutely exceeded, and it did just fine.

I also really like that the basket has those two wings that go out over the wheels and give you a sort of flat bed-style support for carrying larger objects. I’m not saying you should move a washing machine on the trike, but at least you have the option of doing it thanks to that cool flat bed setup of the basket.

Oh, and there’s even a tailgate to the basket too, which is just another cool feature to see included. That’s very rare on trikes, but it means you don’t have to lift as high to load something heavy back there.

Final thoughts

The Viribus SC5 isn’t trying to compete with high-end cargo trikes or performance e-bikes. It knows what it is: a solid, approachable, and surprisingly capable electric tricycle for everyday riders. I’d say it does that job quite well.

It has the power most people need, the range to make errands easy, and the cargo capacity to replace a lot of local car trips. Is it perfect? No. It’s a bit bulky to store, and like any trike, it takes a little finesse in tight turns. The mechanical disc brakes are more maintenance-prone than hydraulics, especially on a heavy trike that is going to stretch those cables over time. It also has a sub-ideal motor layout and lacks some of the more refined features on higher-dollar e-trikes. But for $1,299, it delivers a ton of value!

If you’ve been on the fence about trying an electric trike, the SC5 is a fantastic entry point. It’s stable, comfortable, practical, and fun to ride. And if your goal is to get out of the car and into something more eco-friendly (without giving up utility), this might be your fully-accessible ticket.


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Hyundai’s radical new Concept THREE EV shows what’s coming in the IONIQ 3

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With just a few days left until its official debut, Hyundai offered a sneak peek at its first compact IONIQ EV, the Concept THREE. The radical-looking new EV will launch as the Hyundai IONIQ 3.

Hyundai teases new EV concept with a radical design

Rumors of a new entry-level Hyundai have been spreading like wildfire over the past few months. After a few prototypes were spotted out in public testing, some claimed it was the IONIQ 2, while other outletrs said it was actually the IONIQ 2.

It’s official. Hyundai confirmed the new EV’s name for the first time on Tuesday, the Concept THREE. We’re also getting a better look at what to expect with another teaser image.

Although it’s just a sketch, you can see the new EV has an almost sports car-like design. The new style is based on Hyundai’s Art of Steel design language. According to Hyundai, its new look is “inspired by the way steel bends and flows.”

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According to Hyundai, the Aero Hatch side profile is “a new a new typology that reimagines the compact EV silhouette.

The sketch comes after Hyundai released the first official images of the new EV concept just last week. Again, it’s just a teaser, but you can see a few new design elements. For one, the rear spoiler appears to be about the same shape and size as the updated IONIQ 6, which is likely to feature a full-length LED light bar.

Like its other IONIQ models and the Kia EV series, Hyundai’s new concept is likely to be based on its advanced E-GMP platform.

It’s expected to fill the gap between the Inster EV and Kona Electric in Hyundai’s electric car lineup. The company said the new Concept THREE EV reaffirms its commitment to the European market and its leadership in sustainable transportation.

The interior is expected to be a step up from Hyundai’s current vehicles with a new infotainment system. Powered by its advanced new Pleos OS, the system will feel more like a smartphone.

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Hyundai’s next-gen infotainment system powered by Pleos (Source: Hyundai)

Hyundai has yet to announce prices, range, and other final specs. However, since the Kona Electric starts at £34,995 ($47,000) in the UK, it will likely be priced closer to £25,000 ($33,700), like the Kia EV2.

Similar to the Kia EV3, Hyundai’s new electric car will likely be offered with 58.3 kWh and 81.4 kWh battery packs. The former provides a WLTP range of 260 miles, while the latter is rated with a range of 365 miles on a single charge.

Hyundai IONIQ 3 EV spotted testing in Europe (Source: CarSpyMedia)

The new Hyundai EV will make its global debut at the Munich Motor Show in Germany, from September 9 through September 14.

Kia’s EV3 is already the most popular retail electric vehicle in the UK through the first half of 2025. Will Hyundai match it with the new model?

Hyundai will offer an in depth look at the Concept THREE during a press conference at the IAA Open Space, explaining how it will shake up the compact EV segment. Check back for all the details. We’ll keep you updated with the latest.


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Russia clinches major new gas pipeline deal with China as West shuns supplies

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Russian President Vladimir Putin (L), Chinese President Xi Jinping (2nd R) and Mongolian President Ukhnagiin Khurelsukh (not seen) get together for a trilateral meeting in Beijing, China on September 2, 2025.

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Russia and China on Tuesday signed a legally binding deal to build the long-delayed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, deepening commercial ties in what is likely to be seen as a defiant signal to the West.

Alexei Miller, the chief executive of Russia’s state-owned energy giant Gazprom, told Russian news agencies that a memorandum of understanding had been signed on the construction of the new gas pipeline, following talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping in Beijing.

The pipeline, which is set to transit gas reserves in Russia’s West Siberia to northern China via eastern Mongolia, will make it possible to supply 50 billion cubic meters (bcm) of gas per year, Miller said, according to Russia’s Interfax news agency.

Supplies under the new Power of Siberia 2 agreement will run for 30 years.

The price of the gas via the new pipeline will be agreed on separately, Miller said. The two countries also signed a separate agreement for Gazprom to boost gas supplies to China through the existing Power of Siberia pipeline.

A Gazprom spokesperson was not immediately available to comment when contacted by CNBC. Beijing has not yet confirmed Miller’s announcement, although state news agency Xinhua reported that the two countries signed more than 20 cooperation agreements, with energy deals among them.

Russia’s gas exports to Europe have collapsed since Moscow’s full-scale of invasion of Ukraine in early 2022. The West has imposed punitive economic sanctions on the Kremlin and reduced dependency on Russian energy, seeking to cut off a major source of revenues funding Putin’s war machine.

The European Union, for example, introduced measures to stop the import of Russian gas and oil by the end of 2027, while the U.S. imposed a ban on the import of Russian fossil fuels in March 2022.

The measures have injected fresh urgency into Moscow’s years-long push to build the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline. As a result, Russia has been trying to pivot to Beijing to replace Europe as its major gas customer.

A new multipolar order

Christopher Granville, managing director at TS Lombard, said that while the significance of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline agreement is “somewhat limited,” it should not be dismissed as a “nothing burger” either.

“For the past decade, Gazprom has been pushing China to give the go-ahead for Power of Siberia-2, only to be met – until now – with positive but non-committal noises. So today’s signing of a MOU is a step forward for Gazprom,” Granville told CNBC by email.

“The fact that this has happened against the background of the fraught Ukraine war endgame, is a clear enough signal of China’s steady strategic backing for Russia as the lynchpin of the new multipolar order to which both these core Eurasian powers aspire,” Granville said.

Russian President Vladimir Putin greets Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh prior to a trilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping (not pictured) at the Great Hall of the People on September 2, 2025 in Beijing, China.

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It is a long way, however, from an MOU to a Final Investment Decision. The equivalent MOU-style agreement in principle on the original Power of Siberia pipeline was struck in the mid-2000s, Granville said, noting that a definitive pricing agreement was not agreed until 2014.

Russia and China have sought to showcase a new global security and economic order at the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit.

In a thinly veiled swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump‘s administration, China’s Xi said in his opening speech on Monday that the world had entered “a new phase of turbulence” with global governance at a “new crossroads.”

‘Trump Always Chickens Out’

Timothy Ash, an associate fellow in the Russia and Eurasia program at Chatham House, said China has been “playing very hard” to get the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline deal over the line.

That’s partly because of Russia’s urgency to sign an agreement given the loss of more than 120 bcm in gas exports to Europe, Ash said, and perhaps because Beijing had previously been “mindful of not annoying” the Biden administration by going all out in support of Putin.

U.S. President Donald Trump in the Cabinet Room of the White House on Aug. 26, 2025 in Washington, D.C.

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“But now I think likely the Chinese got a better deal, in terms of the pricing, and perhaps are now more willing to fund the construction,” Ash told CNBC by email.

“I think Xi has figured out TACO and that only by adopting a strong, tough stance towards the US, will the US actually back down,” Ash said. The TACO acronym refers to “Trump Always Chickens Out,” a term to describe the back-and-forth nature of the president’s tariff policies.

“I think this SCO has all been about presenting a United front to the US, that the Global South will not back down in response to US pressure,” he added.

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