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We’re ending this week’s Green Deals strong with a solid array of ways to electrify your upcoming adventures through spring. First, EcoFlow has continued its seasonal savings with its latest Power-up Your Spring Adventure sale that is offering up to 59% discounts on power stations – some continuing, some new – with plenty of low prices, multiple ways for extra savings, free gifts, and more. Among the offers, we spotted the brand’s DELTA 2 Max bundle with two 200W solar panels and a protective bag hitting a new $1,424 low. Right behind it is Heybike’s St. Paddy’s Day sale, which is adding new deals every few days and is currently offering popular bundles like the Ranger S Folding Fat Tire e-bike and $198 in free gear for $1,099. We also have an exclusive $2,900 in savings on the Mango Power E Portable Power Station that sports CATL battery cells hitting a new $899 low, as well as another collection of EGO Power+ lawncare tools, this time led by the 56V 26-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer that has fallen to its $199 Amazon low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s massive $2,598+ launch savings on Anker’s new F3800 Plus Portable Power Station, Rad Power’s Spring e-bike Sale offers, 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.

EcoFlow shifts to Spring Sale’s second phase, increasing savings with new lows, free gear, more – all from $50

It seems EcoFlow’s spring savings are not finished yet, as the brand has switched over to its Power-up Your Spring Adventures sale through March 26 with up to 59% discounts across its power stations, some being continuing deals, while others are fresh additions – plus, there are plenty of bonus savings and free gifts. Among the returning offers, we spotted a new low price on the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station bundle with two 220W solar panels and a protective bag for $1,424.05 shipped, after using the exclusive code 25SSAFF5 at checkout for an additional 5% off. Coming further than ever off its usual $3,276 MSRP, we saw it during the previous spring offers only coming down to $1,519 (with the code). In this new iteration of the sale, it’s getting a larger $1,852 cut from its tag, landing it at a new all-time low.

Like we’ve seen previously, there are a few ways at extra savings during this sale, starting with the exclusive sitewide 5% off discount you’ll get with the code 25SSAFF5 at checkout. On top of that, you can also get an additional 3% off on orders over $2,000, which can be bumped up to 6% once you’ve reached an order total of $5,000 or more. The 2x EcoCredits promotion has been extended from a select few offers to the whole of the sale now while also still offering a free RAPID 20W GaN charger with a 60W cable on orders between $400 and $2,000. EcoFlow has added free Power Hats accompanying select offers, as well.

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Your spring adventuring will be well supported with this EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max bundle, which provides you with a 2,048Wh LiFePO4 capacity to start, but can be invested into over time to expand up to 6,144Wh with the appropriate expansion batteries. Most of the appliances you’ll be relying on will be covered with 2,400W power output and 15 versatile port options, which you can ramp up to 3,400W output by activating its X-Boost mode. You can connected two solar inputs at once, up to its 1,000W maximum, giving you the means to charge via the sun – or you can gain an 80% battery with a standard outlet in 1.1 hours, which can drop to 43 minutes by using its dual AC and solar capabilities, among others.

***Note: The sitewide 5% discount has not been factored into prices below – be sure to use the code 25SSAFF5 at checkout to score the best prices during this sale!

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You can browse the entirety of EcoFlow’s Power-up Your Spring Adventures sale by following this link to the landing page.

Heybike Ranger S folding fat tire e-bike

Heybike’s St. Paddy’s Day Sale kicks off with $500 e-bike discounts and $198 in free gear starting from $999

Heybike is launching the first flash savings of its St. Paddy’s Day Sale that is slated to run through March 20 with up to $500 being taken off a selection of e-bikes along with including free gear. Among the bunch, we’re seeing the popular Ranger S Folding Fat Tire e-bike down at $1,099 shipped and coming with $198 in free gear. This package would normally cost you nearly $1,700 at full price, but the combined 35% markdown here is putting $598 back in your pocket while the limited savings last (the countdown clock states two days for this round at the time of writing this). Although we’ve seen the price go as low as $899 back during Black Friday, we haven’t seen it or its $999 flash-sale rates since, with this being the third-lowest price we have tracked and the only price we’ve seen so far in 2025.

Heybike’s Ranger S Folding e-bike is one of the brand’s most popular and best-selling models, and it’s not hard to argue why when it is so regularly down at these low rates. You have two options for motor sizes here, with the standard 750W rear hub motor (peaking at 1,400W) coming stock, which you can upgrade to its 1,000W counterpart (1,800W peak) for $200 more. Utilizing their five PAS levels, you’ll hit top speeds of 28 MPH with the standard motor (supported by a cadence sensor) and 32 MPH with the upgraded motor (supported by a torque sensor), while both house a 692Wh battery for up to 55 miles of travel on a single four-hour charge.

That faster charging time is thanks to the improved 4A charger that accompanies the e-bikes, which is twice as strong as the average chargers we usually see. Along with the included free large basket and front basket that has an iron bottom, you’ll also enjoy some quality stock features: a folding step-thru frame, a hydraulic front suspension fork, hydraulic disc brakes, an integrated rear cargo rack (which one of the baskets attach to), 20-inch fat tires with fenders over each, an LED headlight, an LED taillight with brake lighting, and a smart LCD display.

Heybike’s other St. Paddy’s Day flash e-bike offers:

  • Mars 2.0 Folding Fat-Tire e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,499)
    • 28 MPH for up to 45 miles
    • 1,000W motor (32 MPH speed) costs $100 more
    • comes with free front basket and large basket
  • Cityrun Urban Commuter e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,599)
    • 21 MPH for up to 55 miles
    • comes with free front basket and large basket
  • Horizon Full-Suspension e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,999)
    • 28 MPH for 55 miles
    • comes with free front basket and large basket
  • Brawn Off-Road e-bike: $1,499 (Reg. $1,799)
    • 28 MPH for 65 miles
    • comes with free large basket
Mango Power E portable power station

Save an exclusive $2,900 on the Mango Power E 3,500Wh station with CATL batteries while it’s at a new $899 low

Wellbots is giving 9to5Toys some exclusive savings on the Mango Power E Portable Power Station that drops the price to $899 shipped, after using the code 9TO5MANGO at checkout for an additional $600 off. Already down off its full $3,799 price tag, this is some serious savings we’re getting here, which starts already discounted to $1,499 that gets all the better with the bonus $600 we’ve scored for our readers. You’re looking at a massive 76% markdown that gives you back $2,900 in savings and drops things further than ever to a new all-time low, beating the former lowest price we can find by $415.

Mango’s Power E unit sports a slightly different build than we’re used to seeing in power stations, with CATL battery cells that are typically found in EVs from Mercedes Benz, Tesla, BMW, and more. It provides a 3,500Wh capacity that can expand to 7kWh with an extra battery or 14kWh with two – plus, its starting 3,000W output expands to 7,000W with the two extra battery setup. There are 16 output port options too: four ACs, six USB-As, two USB-Cs, two DCs, one car port, and a RV port. By pairing the station with the mSocket Pro accessory, it even becomes a split-phase generator capable of covering the power needs for larger heavy-consumption appliances like heaters, dryers, water pumps, and more.

There are a few different recharging methods to choose from, starting with a standard wall outlet that can reach an 80% battery in just one hour, while you can also connect up to its 2,000W solar input for charging via the sun’s rays, as well as a maximum 3,000W input for any generator you might have. It appears as though you can even apply for a 30% IRS tax credit once you have secured this device for yourself, according to the brand, only adding to your overall savings.

EGO Power+ 56V 26-inch cordless hedge trimmer

Get shrubbery back in shape with EGO’s 56V 26-inch cordless hedge trimmer at $199 Amazon low

We’re seeing some amazing EGO Power+ deals while the brand’s Power+ Savings event continues, with Amazon now offering the brand’s 56V 26-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer for $199 shipped. Coming down off its usual $249 price tag, which it’s been keeping to since early June’s fall to the same rate, this is the first savings we’ve seen on this popular model in 10 months. The deal here comes in the form of a 20% markdown that saves you $50 off the going rate, dropping costs back to the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon.

Spring cleaning isn’t just about clearing out the dust that has gathered inside your home, but also getting your outdoor spaces back into shape – including your hedges and shrubbery. You’ll have a reliable means to shape up those unruly plants with EGO’s 26-inch cordless hedge trimmer, which comes with a 2.5Ah battery for 60 minutes of continuous use. The dual-action blades will make cuts at up to 3,400 strokes per minute, with a five-position, 180-degree rotating handle for effortless control and comfort. There’s no need for concern about getting caught in April’s coming showers either, as the IPX4 build helps protect it from sudden weather changes while you’re working.

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If you’ve been looking for a new riding mower, we’re seeing a bunch of low prices across EGO’s lineup of models right now, starting with the T6 56V 42-inch Cordless Riding Lawn Tractor that has fallen to a new $3,499 low, along with the brand’s zero-turn models in the same post. If you’d prefer a more standard push mower, you’ll still find the 56V 21-inch Cordless Self-Propelled mower that comes with two 6.0Ah batteries for a 100-minute runtime down at its $700 low.

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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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Pentagon to become largest shareholder in rare earth magnet producer MP Materials; shares surge 40%

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Pentagon to become largest shareholder in rare earth magnet producer MP Materials; shares surge 40%

A wheel loader operator fills a truck with ore at the MP Materials rare earth mine in Mountain Pass, California, January 30, 2020.

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The Defense Department will become the largest shareholder in rare earth miner MP Materials after agreeing to buy $400 million of its preferred stock, the company said Thursday.

MP Materials owns the only operational rare earth mine in the U.S. at Mountain Pass, California. The company said it will use the proceeds of the Pentagon’s investment to expand its rare earths processing capabilities and its magnet production capacity.

Shares of MP Materials jumped more than 40% premarket on the news.

The Pentagon is buying a newly created class of preferred shares that are convertible into MP Materials’ common stock. It is also buying a warrant that allows it to purchase additional common stock in the rare earth miner. The convertible shares and the warrant for common stock would represent about a 15% stake in MP Materials as of July 9.

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said in April that the Trump administration was considering making direct equity investments in critical mineral companies to break U.S. dependence on China.

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Meet the Porsche Taycan Black Edition, now with more power and longer driving range

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Meet the Porsche Taycan Black Edition, now with more power and longer driving range

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Porsche is rolling out three new Taycan Black Edition models. The 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition brings more than just a sporty new look. All three are equipped with Porsche’s Performance Battery Plus, delivering more power and a longer driving range.

Meet the 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition

With the new electric Macan stealing the show, Porsche is introducing new Taycan variants for the 2026 model year.

Porsche has already introduced significant upgrades for the 2025 model year, adding more driving range, faster charging, higher performance, and a sleek new design.

The new Black Edition variants will be available for the 2026 Porsche Taycan, Taycan 4, and Taycan 4S models.

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Featuring its SportDesign package, the new models include high-gloss black exterior accents on the window trims and mirrors.

Other standard design elements include a rear light strip with an illuminated, blacked-out Porsche logo. Inside, the new variants include Porsche’s black interior accent package, storage package, and black brushed illuminated door sill guards.

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2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition (Source: Porsche)

All three Black Edition models are equipped with the larger Performance Battery Plus, which is typically offered as an option.

With a gross energy capacity of 105 kWh, Porsche says the new variants offer a longer driving range and more power. The 2025 Taycan, with the Performance Battery Plus pack, offers an EPA-estimated range of 318 miles.

On the European WLTP scale, the 2025 Porsche Taycan with the Performance Plus battery is rated with up to 679 km (421 miles) range.

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2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition (Source: Porsche)

The new Black Edition models are loaded with added features. Highlights include Lane Change Assist, Surround View, including Active Parking Assist, 21″ wheels with center caps featuring the full-color Porsche crest, and HD-Matrix Design LED headlights. There are even puddle light projectors that show the Porsche logo when the doors open.

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2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition interior (Source: Porsche)

On the inside, the premium features continue. The Black Edition interior features 14-way comfort seats with a memory function, a Porsche crest on the headrests, and a BOSE Surround Sound System, including Dolby Atmos, to create an immersive sound experience.

You’ll also get Porsche Electric Sport Sound, a Storage package, and the Porsche crest stitched into the leather trim. To top it off, there’s an added “Black Edition” badge in the center console, exclusive to the new variants.

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Although it’s called the Black Edition, you can choose from several different colors, such as Jet Black Metallic, Volcano Grey Metallic, Dolomite Silver Metallic, and Ice Grey Metallic, at no extra cost.

Porsche will reveal prices for the 2026 Taycan Black Edition models “in due course.” Deliveries in the US are expected to begin in Fall 2025.

What do you think of the new blacked-out Taycan variants? Do you dig it? Drop us a comment below and let us know your thoughts.

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Aventon launches Aventure M, a mid-drive fat tire e-bike with auto-shifting

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Aventon launches Aventure M, a mid-drive fat tire e-bike with auto-shifting

Aventon is giving its popular fat tire e-bike a serious upgrade. The company just unveiled the Aventure M, a new mid-drive version of its best-selling Aventure model. With more torque, smarter shifting, and a boost in connectivity and control, Aventon says this is the “most advanced” bike it has ever produced.

The new Aventure M swaps out the rear hub motor for a 100 Nm mid-drive motor, offering more efficient power delivery and a more natural ride feel thanks to its double-sided torque sensor. And in case that 100 Nm doesn’t exactly place it for you, just know that we’re talking about more power (or more accurately, torque) than nearly any other e-bike in this class.

The Aventon A100 motor, which is rated at 750W and runs on a 36V system, takes full advantage of its Class 3 category with pedal assist speeds up to 28 mph (45 km/h) and a throttle top speed of 20 mph (32 km/h). The throttle is sold separately, probably as a nod to being even more compliant with California’s new stricter laws regarding Class 1 and Class 3 e-bikes, which can’t have mounted throttles.

Aventon also gives riders the option to set the bike to Class 1 or 2 limits using the companion app. We’ve always been pretty impressed with Aventon’s app, as it’s quite easy to use and makes it simple to control those types of modifications to the bike.

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That app pairs with Aventon’s newly developed ACU (Aventon Control Unit), a custom IoT system that adds a wide range of smart features. Riders get GPS tracking, theft detection, geofencing, remote locking, and over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates. Aventon even built in a passcode-locked on-switch for added security, as well as a physical rear-wheel lock and alarm.

We’ve previously seen Aventon use that OTA update system to give its e-bike more power via a boost feature, so the company doesn’t appear shy about pushing out new features when they’re ready.

But it’s not just about motor placement and connectivity. The Aventure M introduces electronic shifting, powered by a 10-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain and paddle shifters. Riders can shift manually or let the system take over with Auto Shift, Aventon’s torque and cadence-sensing automatic shifting mode. A new Uphill Start Assist feature gives riders an extra torque boost when starting from a stop on steep grades –perfect for off-road adventures or fully loaded cargo rides.

As for range, Aventon claims up to 85 miles (137 km) from the removable 36V 20Ah (720 Wh) battery, which itself weighs around 8.7 lbs (3.9 kg). That figure is in the lowest power level, and real-world range will depend heavily on terrain and assist level, but riders can likely expect something in the 40–60 mile (65-100 km) ballpark under typical pedaling usage when enjoying moderately higher power levels, and a bit less if leaning hard into that optional throttle.

Rounding out the build are 4-inch wide fat tires, a suspension seatpost, and an 80 mm front suspension fork. The total weight of the bike is around 73 lbs (33 kg), which is actually surprisingly reasonable for a full-featured fat tire e-bike with a mid-drive, believe it or not. Hey, these are heavy bikes when you stuff all that power, range, and tech in there.

The price at launch is US $2,899, which places the Aventure M above the hub motor version of the company’s existing Aventure model but below some other mid-drive fat tire options on the market. Aventon is clearly positioning this as a higher-performance alternative that’s still (hopefully) accessible to the average rider. It’s available now online and through Aventon’s network of over 1,800 partner dealers across the U.S.

Electrek’s Take

It’s about time we saw a major direct-to-consumer brand bring a smart tech, mid-drive fat tire e-bike to market that doesn’t require taking out a second mortgage. The Aventure M feels like a natural progression for Aventon – taking what made the Aventure 2 so popular and layering on meaningful performance and tech upgrades. The mid-drive motor brings real climbing power and smoother pedal assist, and features like auto shifting and built-in GPS tracking give this bike some serious smart credentials.

Of course, at nearly $3,000, this isn’t exactly budget territory anymore. But considering the Aventure M includes high-end components, a full-fat-tire adventure build, and an impressive level of integration, it still looks like a solid value for someone who wants their e-bike to go above and beyond the basic level of componentry and features. If the real-world range holds up and the automatic shifting works smoothly, this could easily become a category leader for anyone wanting an all-terrain e-bike that feels as refined as it is rugged. Aventon of course didn’t reinvent the wheel here — they just made a smarter, better one. I look forward to getting on one soon for a review and letting you know what I think of the ride.

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