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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.

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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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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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China’s new self-driving electric scooter shows off performance

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Move over, ordinary scooters – there’s a new contender packed with features that seem to rival the latest in automotive tech. Omoway, a fresh face in the electric two-wheeler space founded by former Xpeng execs, has just unveiled the Omo X, a scooter full of premium tech features that blur the lines between e-scooter and self-driving EV.

At its recent launch in Jakarta, the Omo X didn’t just sit pretty center stage, it actually drove itself onto the stage using its “Halo Pilot” system, which apparently comes complete with adaptive cruise control, remote summon, self-parking, and even automatic reversing and self-balancing at low speeds. This is legit autonomous behavior previously reserved for cars, now shrunk down and smoothed out for a two-wheeler.

Under the hood – or rather, behind the sleek bodywork – Omoway’s Halo architecture delivers collision warning, emergency-brake assist, blind spot monitoring, and V2V communication.

The frame is modular, too. It can be reconfigured in step-through, straddle, or touring posture to suit casual riders, commuters, and motorcycle wannabes alike. That kind of flexibility isn’t just a marketing gimmick, but rather it looks purpose-built to capture diverse motorcycle-heavy markets like Indonesia, which counts over 120 million two-wheelers and is quickly transitioning to electric models, with sales surging nearly 400% in 2024, though adoption remains early-stage.

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We don’t have full specs or pricing yet, but early reports point to a launch in early 2026, with a projected price around €3,500 (roughly $3,800), positioning it above entry-level but below premium e-moto territory. That puts Omoway in a unique space: not asking riders to settle for barebones utility, but also not charging premium-badge luxury pricing either.

So what’s the trade-off?

On the plus side, the Omo X is the boldest statement we’ve seen from a fresh OEM in years. It’s tech-rich, head-turning, and seems built to evolve with software updates. The remote summon and AI-assisted features could genuinely simplify urban mobility, and tricks like automatically driving itself to a charging station sound legitimately useful.

But bleeding-edge autonomous tech like that also threatens to weigh it down, somewhat literally, but more so conceptually. Even “normal” modern electric scooters can face headwinds in production, and they aren’t exactly reinventing the wheel with self-driving or self-balancing. Omoway’s vision here will have to carry extra sensors, actuators, and redundant systems to support those smart functions. With added costs and complexity, will riders in developing markets pay a premium, carry extra maintenance risk, or worry about obsolescence? Much hinges on Omoway’s software support and local service networks.

Then there’s the question of necessity. Southeast Asian scooter culture prizes simplicity, affordability, and ruggedness – features not always associated with cutting-edge tech bundles. And in regions like North America or Europe, where EV scooter culture is small yet growing and infrastructure isn’t universal, adoption may hinge on support for charging, service, and safety standards.

Still, this is a bold move from a brand that isn’t afraid to think big will always be refreshing. With a seed round backed by Sequoia and ZhenFund, plus a team sourced from Xpeng and automotive-grade supply chains, Omoway clearly has both the ambition and capacity to scale. And while Indonesia may have been the launchpad, global markets aren’t off the table.

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