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We’re ending this week’s Green Deals with savings on various power stations and e-bikes, headlined by the exclusive $1,700 in savings we secured on the monstrous OUKITEL ABEARL P5000 Portable Power Station with a 5,120Wh LiFePO4 capacity at $1,299. There’s also ENGWE’s 11th Anniversary Sale that is offering up to $850 off single and dual e-bike offers, like the L20 2.0 Utility e-bike that is down at $749. We also have some favorites bringing up the rear, like Jackery’s Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station back at its $89 low, as well as the $300 discounts we’re seeing on Rad Power’s Folding and Cargo e-bikes from $1,299 – and don’t forget about the continued low prices on the brand’s RadRunner series, which are getting last calls as supplies are near gone. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s price cuts on the Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus offers (which end tonight), Lectric’s latest XP 3.0 e-bike bundles, 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.

OUKITEL’s ABEARL P5000 5,120Wh LiFePO4 power station with 15 ports gets exclusive savings to $1,299

We’ve secured a new exclusive deal for our readers from Wellbots on the OUKITEL ABEARL P5000 Portable Power Station for $1,299 shipped, after using the promo code 9TO5OUK at checkout for an additional $300 off. It’s already been brought down from its usual $2,999 price tag, with the extra $300 in savings only sweetening the pot further, especially when comparing its capabilities to competitor models that don’t offer as high a capacity or output for the same price. While this deal lasts, you’ll be getting a 57% combined markdown off the going rate, saving you $1,700 at the best price we can find anywhere.

The OUKITEL P5000 power station provides some substantial backup power support for the cost, starting with a monstrous 5,120Wh LiFePO4 capacity that already stands high above other models in this price range. Through its 15 port options – five ACs, four USB-As, two USB-Cs, two DCs, one cigarette lighter, and one airline socket – this station can deliver a steady stream of power up to 2,200W, with that number surging to 4,000W when needed, allowing it to “power 99% of home appliances.” It comes rated by OUKITEL for up to 5,000 life cycles, so discharging and recharging it daily would supply you with power for up to 13.7 years, with things lasting even longer with more conservative use.

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Plugging OUKITEL’s P5000 power station into a 1,800W wall outlet can refill the battery as quickly as 2.8 hours, while it also has a 1,000W solar input maximum that can refill the battery in up to 5 hours with ideal conditions, as well as the option to connect to your car for charging on the go. There are a few things about it that may be a turnoff for some buyers, like the lack of companion app support (though there is an onboard display) or its lack of expansion options, which may not be all that bad, seeing as it already comes with a sizeable capacity to begin with. There’s also its 115-pound weight, which is rather heavy but more manageable thanks to the wheels and suitcase-style handle, giving it much better portability when taking it out of the house with you.

ENGWE L20 2.0 e-bike

Gain affordable mobility and utility on ENGWE’s L20 2.0 e-bike at $749 with free $130 gift box ($1,429 value)

ENGWE is currently celebrating its 11th anniversary with a sale taking up to $550 off e-bikes and up to $850 off dual e-bike bundles, alongside giving away gift boxes valued at $130 with select purchases. One of the notable standouts during this sale is the brand’s L20 2.0 Utility e-bike that is down at $749 shipped and comes with a gift box. Normally priced these days at $1,299 outside of sales ($1,429 with the gift box), we’ve seen a few discounts over the last year since its March 2024 release take costs a little lower to $699 and $659, though it’s been seen more regularly around $799 since October. Today’s deal gives you a $550 markdown from its going rate, dropping it to the third-lowest price we have tracked. The included gift box gives you a 25-in-1 EDC tool for on-the-go bike adjustments, a flashlight, and a cute pin.

ENGWE is well known for providing some quality commuting solutions for riders on a budget, with the L20 2.0 e-bike being a solid choice for utility that won’t weigh as heavily on your wallet as other brands. It comes bearing a 750W geared hub motor (peaking at 1,125W) paired with a 676Wh battery in order to provide up to 20 MPH speeds when using the throttle for pure electric riding, and a maximum 28 MPH speed when its five PAS levels are activated. The price is all the more enticing when you see its travel range on a single charge, with throttle-only riding carrying you up to 28 miles while the pedal assistance increases travel times between 68 to 80 miles, depending on conditions.

As is common with many utility models, the L20 2.0 e-bike sports a folding frame that makes it a more space-friendly option on top of the 68-pound weight. It’s also been stocked with some solid features, like mechanical disc brakes on 180 mm rotors, a rear cargo rack, integrated head/tail/brake LED lights, front fork and post suspension, a SHIMANO 7-speed derailleur, puncture-resistant fat tires, and a color LED display.

ENGWE’s notable Anniversary e-bike deals:

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Jackery Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station

Grab Jackery’s two-pound Explorer 100 Plus 99Wh/31,000mAh power station while it’s back at a $89 low

Coming through the official Jackery Amazon storefront, and also undercutting its direct Earth Day Sale pricing, we spotted the brand’s popular Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station back at $89 shipped. Coming down from its full $149 price tag, we’re seeing another opportunity to score this compact backup power solution at its lowest price. Grabbing it while these savings last will cut $60 off the going rate, beating out the direct sale pricing we mentioned by $1. Head below to check out its capabilities and its two discounted bundle options.

Designed with airline approval, Jackery’s two-pound Explorer 100 Plus comes in a compact form factor that can fit in your hand, providing you with a 99Wh/31,000mAh LiFePO4 capacity to keep your personal devices juiced up. It delivers up to 128W output through its four port options, with two Type-C ports and two Type-A ports. It’s also rated for 2,000 charge cycles, giving you 5.5 years’ worth of discharging and recharging, were you to do so every single day.

Speaking of its recharging capabilities, you’ll reach a 70% battery in just an hour when plugging it directly into a wall outlet, while a full battery takes a little longer, at up to two hours. Of course, as a power station, you’ll also have solar charging functionality available, with the unit having a maximum 100W input that can refill the entire battery in two hours time, as well as a third option to connect to your car’s auxiliary port that can recharge it in three hours as you drive. If you want to grab it with bundled gear, you’ll currently find the station with a fast charger down at $140 or you can grab it with a portable 40W solar panel for $169.

We also spotted a recent bundle that gives you the Explorer 100 Plus alongside Jackery’s newer Explorer 1000 v2 1,070Wh power station for $499, which allows you to cover essential devices and appliances while on road or camping trips, as well as during emergency power outages. If you are looking for a larger unit for your backup power needs, Jackery’s Earth Day Sale is continuing through April 25 with up to 50% discounts across the lineup – which has had some recent price cuts and bonus savings added in, especially on the latest expandable Explorer 5000 Plus offers.

Rad Power RadExpand 5 e-bike

Rad Power’s space-saving RadExpand 5 and cargo-hauling RadWagon 4 e-bikes now $300 off from $1,299

Running alongside the continued low prices on Rad Power’s RadRunner series of e-bikes, the brand has also switched around its other sale offers, with $300 taken off two of its other e-bike models alongside a $100 discount on a 14Ah semi-integrated battery through May 7. Starting with the lowest price, folks are getting another opportunity to score the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike at $1,299 shipped. Usually going for $1,599 outside of sales, we saw it drop to its lowest price of $1,099 for a short time last month in the brand’s Spring Sale, with the second-lowest $1,199 rate last seen in October. It’s otherwise been keeping at $1,299 and higher, with today’s deal bringing a $300 markdown on this space-saving model at the third-lowest price we have tracked.

An ideal model for those with limited space, the RadExpand 5 e-bike comes with a folding design that makes it a much more manageable model when you’re not riding, able to fit in closets, car trunks, RVs, and more. It has a 750W brushless geared hub motor paired with a 672Wh battery that provides up to 45+ miles of travel when its four PAS levels are activated, as well as top speeds of 20 MPH. Obviously, there’s also the throttle that lets you cruise around on electric power alone, which is handy for shorter commutes as it does shorten its travel range on a single charge.

The stock features only add to its functionality, especially if you plan to take this on the road with you for camping or other purposes, like the integrated rear cargo rack that has a 55-pound payload for grocery hauling or the paired LED headlight and integrated taillight with brake lighting – as both lights also automatically activate when sunlight drops low enough. Alongside those you’ll also find a 7-speed MicroShift derailleur, fenders over both fat tires, a water-resistant wiring harness, and an LED display.

If you plan to haul around groceries and other cargo, including kids, then you’ll definitely want to consider the RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike for $1,499 shipped which has become quite popular around NYC. The integrated rear cargo rack offers up a 120-pound payload, lending plenty of room for packages or getting kids around to their appointments. Equipped with the same motor and battery combination as the above model, it also provides you with a 20 MPH top speed for up to 45+ miles of travel, though it has one additional level of pedal assistance. Its lineup of features include an auto-on headlight and integrated taillight with brake lighting, custom 22-inch by 3-inch tires with fenders over each, a 7-speed Shimano derailleur, a water-resistant wiring harness, and a backlit LCD display that has a USB port to charge your phone with.

Be sure to also check out the continued low prices on the brand’s RadRunner series of Utility e-bikes while they last – especially now that they company has announced a last call for these deals on its website.

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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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Nexamp found a faster way to build solar – it did the utility’s job, too

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Nexamp found a faster way to build solar – it did the utility's job, too

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Nexamp just pulled off something that could speed up clean energy deployment across the US – and potentially lower costs for everyone. The Boston-based solar developer just finished building three new solar farms in Maine and Massachusetts. But instead of waiting on the utility to handle all the grid hookup work, Nexamp did it themselves.

That might not sound groundbreaking at first, but in the world of renewable energy, it’s a pretty big deal. Normally, utilities are in charge of any grid upgrades and interconnection work needed before a new solar project can start sending power to homes and businesses. That process can be very slow and expensive.

Nexamp’s new approach, called “self-performance,” flips the script. It lets developers take on some of that work, like ordering and installing equipment, so they don’t have to sit around waiting for the utility to schedule it. That means solar farms can get online faster, which gets clean power to the grid sooner and keeps project costs in check.

The three projects that kicked off this self-performance effort are:

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  • Hartland Solar – 1.2 MW DC in Hartland, ME
  • Barre Road Solar – 1.3 MW DC in New Braintree, MA
  • Summit Farm Solar – 2.6 MW DC, also in New Braintree

Nexamp didn’t go rogue – they worked closely with Central Maine Power and National Grid on the interconnection designs, safety standards, and technical specs. But by handling the actual procurement and construction, Nexamp had way more control over cost, timing, and supply chain headaches.

“Self-performance lets us take much greater control over interconnection procurement and construction,” said Daniel Passarello, Nexamp’s lead consulting engineer for grid integration. “We can move much of the interconnection work forward at the same time as the solar farm build instead of treating them as separate. That helps us bring projects online faster and stay closer to budget.”

It also helps that Nexamp already has solid relationships with suppliers. Instead of going through multiple layers of utility procurement, they can go straight to the source, fast.

That kind of streamlining is exactly what the solar industry needs right now. Community solar is booming – as of the end of 2024, nearly 8 gigawatts of it have been installed across the US, according to the the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), and that number is expected to almost double by 2030. But bottlenecks in the interconnection process slow things down.

Sara Birmingham, VP of state affairs at SEIA, called Nexamp’s move a step in the right direction. “We must modernize and streamline the interconnection process to keep pace with fast-growing demand,” she said. “Self-performance is one of several innovative approaches that can accelerate project timelines and lower costs, which benefits all ratepayers.”

Read more: Walmart and Nexamp are rolling out 31 solar farms in 5 states

The 30% federal solar tax credit is ending this year. If you’ve ever considered going solar, now’s the time to act. To make sure you find a trusted, reliable solar installer near you that offers competitive pricing, check out EnergySage, a free service that makes it easy for you to go solar. It has hundreds of pre-vetted solar installers competing for your business, ensuring you get high-quality solutions and save 20-30% compared to going it alone. Plus, it’s free to use, and you won’t get sales calls until you select an installer and share your phone number with them. 

Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online and you’ll get access to unbiased Energy Advisors to help you every step of the way. Get started here.

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The Genesis GV90 really does have coach doors: Here’s our first look

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The Genesis GV90 really does have coach doors: Here's our first look

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Genesis GV90 with coach doors spotted in California (Source: KindelAuto/ TheKoreanCarBlog)

When Genesis first previewed its full-size electric SUV, the coach doors were one of the biggest highlights. It looks like it will actually make its way into the production vehicle. A Genesis GV90 model was spotted in the US for the first time with coach doors, offering a glimpse of the upcoming ultra-luxury SUV.

Genesis GV90 spotted with coach doors in California

We got our first look at the full-size luxury SUV after Genesis unveiled the Neolun concept at the NY Auto Show last March.

Genesis said the concept was its “ultra-luxe vision of luxury SUVs,” and it wasn’t kidding. When it arrives, it will be sold as the GV90 as the brand’s new flagship vehicle.

The GV90 is not just a pretty-looking luxury SUV. It’s also loaded with Hyundai’s most advanced software and tech. According to Luc Donckerwolke, Genesis’ head of creative design, “it’s the epitome of timeless design and sophisticated craftsmanship.

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Last month, we got a sneak peek of the interior after a production-ready GV90 was caught in California. Although somewhat toned down from the original concept, the cabin still featured many of the same elements.

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Genesis Neolun ultra-luxury electric SUV concept (Source: Genesis)

Another Genesis GV90 was recently spotted in California, with actual coach doors. The new images from KindelAuto (via TheKoreanCarBlog) show a camouflaged vehicle with a hinge at the rear, where the coach doors will open.

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Genesis GV90 with coach doors spotted in California (Source: KindelAuto/ TheKoreanCarBlog)

Genesis said that B-pillarless coach doors are now feasible in production vehicles, like the GV90. However, don’t expect it to come standard on all models.

The feature will likely be reserved for higher-priced trims. We’ve seen other variants, featuring traditional doors, that are being tested in the US and Korea.

Genesis is expected to launch the GV90 in mid-2026. We will learn prices and final specs closer to launch, but the flagship electric SUV is set to debut on Hyundai’s new eM platform.

Hyundai said the platform is designed for EVs across all segments and will “provide a 50 percent improvement in driving range” compared to current EVs. It will also support Level 3 or higher autonomous driving capabilities and OTA software updates.

Source: KindelAuto, TheKoreanCarBlog

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Elon Musk on Tesla’s new ‘affordable’ electric car: it’s the Model Y

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Elon Musk on Tesla's new 'affordable' electric car: it's the Model Y

Elon Musk has finally confirmed that Tesla’s new ‘affordable’ electric car is just going to be the Model Y in a cheaper format.

Musk has ended months of speculations and misinformation, which he partly created, about Tesla’s upcoming cheaper electric vehicle model.

Since last year, Tesla has guided “launching new affordable models” in the first half of 2025.

We are past the first half of 2025, but Tesla confirmed yesterday that the “first build” of the new model was produced in June, and it will launch later this year.

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During the shareholders’ call following the earnings results yesterday, Tesla was asked about what the new affordable model would look like. Tesla’s CFO, Vaibhav Taneja, initially stated that they wouldn’t disclose details about the design, but then Musk interrupted him and said, “It’s a Model Y.”

It’s hard to hear exactly on the call because he talked over Taneja, but he said, “the cat is out of the bag” and confirmed that the new vehicle is simply a Model Y.

Electrek has been reporting on this fact all year. We have known for months that Tesla’s upcoming “new affordable models” are Model 3 and Model Y with a stripped-down interior with fewer features, like no rear screen, and cheaper materials:

However, this fact was not accepted in the Tesla community because CEO Elon Musk falsely denied a report last year about Tesla’s “$25,000” EV model being canceled.

The facts are that Musk canceled two cheaper vehicles that Tesla was working on, commonly referred as “the $25,000 Tesla” in early 2024. Those vehicles were codenamed NV91 and NV92, and they were based on the new vehicle platform that Tesla is now reserving for the Cybercab.

Instead, Musk noticed that Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y production lines were starting to be underutilized as the Company faced demand issues. Therefore, Tesla canceled the vehicle programs based on the new platform and decided to build new vehicles on Model 3/Y platform using the same production lines.

Now, only the new Cybercab is going to be based on the new unboxed platform.

During the conference call last night, Musk stated that the primary goal of the more affordable Model Y is to expand the market by making the vehicle more accessible to a broader audience. He suggested that it will go on sale in Q4.

Electrek’s Take

Finally, we can put this to rest. I think we can expect something similar to what Tesla did with the Model 3 in Mexico.

I think we can expect changes, such as using cloth materials instead of vegan leather, no rear display, no ambient lighting, and a lesser audio system.

In the case of the Model Y, Tesla may consider dropping some exterior lighting features, such as the light bars.

I wouldn’t be surprised also to see some powertrain changes. Maybe a less powerful RWD motor.

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