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We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with EcoFlow’s Spring-to-Summer Sale, which is taking up to 52% off power stations along with new offers and bonus savings. One of the new bundles we’re seeing gives you the DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station with two 130W solar panels and an 800W alternator charger for $1,709. We also spotted Lectric cutting prices on its XP 3.0 e-bikes to new lows of $799 and $999, while Segway has announced tariff hikes on select models starting May 1, with those EVs currently up to $300 off and starting from $170. Lastly, we have a one-day-only sale on the Greenworks 80V 750 CFM Cordless Handheld Blower that comes with a 2.5Ah battery for $180. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly Roundup.

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.

Gear up for outings with up to 52% off EcoFlow power stations + bonus savings in latest sale, deals from $209

EcoFlow has launched its Spring-to-Summer Sale running through May 7 and taking up to 52% off its power station lineup, complete with new offers and sitewide bonus savings. Among the new units and bundles making their debut, including the brand’s new WAVE 3 Portable AC unit, we spotted a solid combination in the brand’s DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station that is coming along with two 130W solar panels and an 800W alternator charger for $1,709.05 shipped, after using the sitewide promo code EFRVSALEAFF at checkout for the additional 5% off. This collective package would normally cost you $3,497 at full price, giving you a significant 49% discount straight out of the gate. The deal only gets better with the 5% bonus savings attached, which totals $1,788 in all that has been cut from the price. You won’t find this bundle at Amazon either, with the station and alternator charger combo sitting at its full rate of $1,799 right now.

A sizeable companion for your out-of-the-house travels, as well as offering some backup support during unexpected emergencies, EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 Max covers your devices and appliances with a 2,048Wh LiFePO4 capacity that you can expand up to 6,144Wh by adding expansion batteries. The 2,400W power output through its 15 ports should handle most of your appliances, though, for larger needs, the X-Boost mode can be activated to increase the output up to 3,400W too.

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It allows for two solar inputs to be hooked up to reach a maximum of 1,000W for recharging, or you can take advantage of its dual-charging capabilities using solar alongside a standard wall outlet for 80% battery in 43 minutes, among other options. On top of the solar generator capabilities that the panels provide, the alternator charger gives you another way to recharge the battery by simply hooking the station to your car and hitting the road.

***Note: The 5% sitewide coupon has not been factored in to the prices below, make sure to enter the code EFRVSALEAFF at checkout to score the maximum savings!

EcoFlow’s other new arrival bundles (2x EcoCredits):

  • DELTA 3 Plus (1,024wh) with 500W alternator charger and free bag: $949 (Reg. $1,188)
  • WAVE 3 Portable AC with add-on battery and 500W alternator charger: $1,699 (Reg. $2,587)
    • Comes with free 110W solar panel

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You can shop through EcoFlow’s entire Spring-to-Summer Sale on the landing page here.

Lectric XP 3.0 e-bike

Lectric cuts prices on its best-selling XP 3.0 e-bikes with 45 to 65 miles of travel to new lows of $799 and $999

Alongside the ongoing Earth Day Sale bundles, Lectric has switched up the Lightning Deals on its XP3.0 e-bikes, getting rid of any bundled gear in favor of offering them with price cuts to new all-time low rates. While these flash savings last, you’ll find the brand’s Standard XP 3.0 models down at $799 shipped while the Long-Range XP 3.0 models are dropping to $999 shipped. Normally priced at $999 and $1,199, respectively, we’ve only seen a few rare $100 flash price cuts in the past, with the savings coming in doubled during this limited-time sale. With $200 off the going rate, you’ll be scoring these already affordable best-sellers at new all-time low prices.

Lectric has been a major leader in the EV market for the last number of years, with these XP 3.0 models taking the mantle as the best-selling e-bikes in America, which isn’t hard to see why with their solid performance and lower prices, especially at these new lows. Regardless of which you choose, they all come with a folding frame that condenses them down for easier storage, each with a 500W hub motor that peaks at 1,000W and can top out at either 20 or 28 MPH speeds, depending on your state’s laws.

The only real difference (aside from the step-over/step-thru designs) is the battery size and the travel distance they provide, with the Standard models carrying you up to 45 miles while the PAS is activated and the Long-Range models going further to 65 miles. There are throttles for when you want to cruise off pure electric power, though keep in mind that this will decrease your travel range. They also come stocked with an integrated rear cargo rack, puncture-resistant tires, 180mm hydraulic disc brakes, and an LCD display.

Lectric is also continuing its Earth Day Sale bundle pricing across its other e-bike models, which you can shop in our original coverage of the sale here, or on the landing page here.

Segway eKickScooter

These Segway EVs are currently up to $300 off ahead of tariff price hikes on May 1 – deals start from $170

Segway has announced that it will be increasing prices on a selection of its EVs due to tariffs starting May 1, with many of the models now seeing short-term discounts ahead of the price hikes. Among the included models is many of the brand’s latest releases, including the Ninebot F3 eKickScooter that is currently down at $699.99 shipped. This model launched at the top of the month with a $250 preorder discount off its $850 price tag. With the initial preorder savings over, you’re now looking at a $150 markdown off the going rate, which drops costs to the second-lowest price we have tracked. There’s no telling how high the price will rise in a few days, so this might just be the best post-launch discounts we’ll see for a while, with it beating Amazon by $45. Head below for more on this model and the other EVs that will be rising in price.

***Note: the brand is offering a free service package valued at $129 on select purchases that includes an extended 6-month warranty and shipping protections for the F3, MAX G3, GT3 SuperScooter, and the ZT3 Pro through May 11. You can learn more about it on the landing page here.

Commuting is the name of the game with Segway’s new F3 eKickScooter, which comes with a brushless motor that can peak at 1,000W of output to tackle up to 20% inclines while also offering faster pick-ups to its 20 MPH max speed. There’s also a 477Wh battery here that provides ample travel range at up to 44 miles on a single charge. There’s been some smart innovations (discussed further below) that take things to the next level, while also coming stocked with 10-inch self-sealing jelly tires, a larger footboard, front hydraulic and rear elastomer suspension, a 6W auto-on headlight, brake lighting, turn signals, a front mechanical disc brake, as well as a rear electronic brake, and a 2.4-inch TFT smart display with navigation and caller ID – plus, the whole thing sports an IPX6 water-resistance rating.

As mentioned, there are a bunch of new smart features on this model, one of the biggest of which is the Apple Find My capabilities and Airlock proximity locking/unlocking – which can both be accessed through the companion app, with the latter’s distance also being fully adjustable. It’s also been given the brand’s SegRange optimization that improves travel range by 20%, as well as the SegRide Stability Enhancement System that improves handling by making it far more resistant to disturbances you ride over and slipping on wet roads, even at its top speeds.

Segway’s other EVs seeing price hikes May 1:

  • C2 Lite eKickScooter: $170 (Reg. $200)
    • 9.9 MPH for up to 5.9 miles
  • C2 Pro eKickScooter: $270 (Reg. $300) | $39 cheaper at Amazon
    • 12.4 MPH for up to 9.3 miles
  • S2 Self-Balancing Scooter: $500 (Reg. $600)
    • 11.2 MPH for up to 21.7 miles
  • ZT3 Pro All-Terrain Electric Scooter: $1,000 (Reg. $1,300) | matched at Amazon
    • 24.9 MPH for up to 43.5 miles
    • Traction Control System, Apple Find My, auto proximity locking, more
  • MAX G3 eKickScooter: $1,100 (Reg. $1,400) | $100 cheaper at Amazon
    • 28 MPH for up to 50 miles
    • Traction Control System, Apple Find My, auto proximity locking, more
  • GT3 SuperScooter: $1,600 (Reg. $1,700) | matched at Amazon
    • 31 MPH for up to 45 miles
    • Traction Control System, Apple Find My, auto proximity locking, more
  • GoKart Pro 2: $2,000 (Reg. $2,300) | matched at Amazon
    • can be reassembled into a S Max self-balancing scooter
    • can be used as an indoor racing controller
  • Xyber Electric Bike: $3,000 (No price cut)
Greenworks 80V 750 CFM Cordless Handheld blower

Clear debris with up to 750 CFM air flow from this 80V Greenworks cordless handheld blower at $180 (Today Only)

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 80V 750 CFM Cordless Handheld Blower with a 2.5Ah battery for $179.99 shipped through the rest of the day. Usually fetching $250 at full price, you’re looking at a 28% markdown off the going rate while these savings last, which saves you $70 at the second-lowest price we have tracked – just $10 above the low that we last saw during Christmas sales. The closest match to this model you’ll find at Amazon is this 500 CFM blower for $170 right now, while Greenworks’ direct site is offering a refurbished version at $200 or a brand new model with some additional gear at full price.

With this Greenworks leaf blower in your arsenal, you’ll get plenty of strong force hitting up to 170 MPH speeds to clear out leaves and debris from around your home. The included 2.5Ah battery provides a 60-minute runtime on a single charge, with it easily switching out with other batteries from the brand you may already have for extended duties. It’s been given a quieter design thanks to the brushless motor and also sports a variable speed trigger for on-demand power bumps as you need them, complete with a cruise control and turbo function – plus, the whole thing comes in much lighter than other models at just 8.82 pounds.

We’ve got some hangover Greenworks deals holding onto their savings from last week, like the combo bundle that gives you a 60V 540 CFM leaf blower alongside a 13-inch string trimmer and a 4.0Ah battery for $165 or the brand’s 40V 12-inch Cordless Compact Chainsaw that is down at $128.

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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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Range Rover’s first EV spotted in Sweden as launch nears

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The first electric Range Rover is expected to hit showrooms in the next few months. With its official debut just around the corner, Range Rover’s first EV was spotted testing in Sweden. Here’s a sneak peek of the luxury electric SUV.

Range Rover’s first EV put through the paces in Sweden

Range Rover is finally gearing up to introduce its first EV later this year. Earlier this year, JLR confirmed that the Range Rover Electric already has 57,000 buyers on the waiting list.

The company claims the new model “redefines” the electric luxury SUV with an “unrivalled driving experience.” To prove it, Range Rover is putting its first EV through the paces in sub-zero conditions in Sweden.

Range Rover’s electric SUV has been through 45,000 miles of testing across frozen lakes and land tracks. The latest round allowed engineers to test their new thermal management system.

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The company’s new ThermAssist thermal management system reduces heat energy consumption by up to 40% and is designed to warm the propulsion system or cabin in temperatures as low as ‑10°C (14°F).

Range Rover said it also helps optimize driving range while minimizing the impact of extreme temperatures on charging performance.

Combined with an 800V battery, the first one built in-house by JLR, the company promises the best possible performance, with optimized energy density, range, and charging times. The Range Rover’s first EV will be powered by a 117 kWh battery, consisting of 344 prismatic cells.

Built for both on- and off-road performance, the electric SUV features new additions like single-pedal driving and a switchable twin-chamber air suspension system.

Range Rover tested the single-pedal capabilities on both 28-degree and 17-degree split-mu inclines at its Arctic test facility.

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Range Rover Electric prototype (Source: JLR)

Matt Becker, Vehicle Engineering Director at JLR, explained that the electric SUV maintains the brand’s signature driving experience “by marrying all the essential Range Rover elements with new and advanced technologies.”

Following its second season in Sweden, Range Rover will continue testing prototypes ahead of the official launch later this year.

After its first EV, Range Rover is already preparing another smaller electric SUV, which is expected to be the Sport model. In 2026, the company is expected to release a mid-sized electric SUV, likely the Velar.

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Volvo is launching a nearly $2 billion (SEK 18 billion) restructuring plan to drive growth and mitigate the impact of Trump’s tariffs. With the new EX30 and ES90 EVs rolling out, Volvo is taking drastic action to drive growth.

Volvo launches restructuring plan due to Trump’s tariffs

After its operating income fell by nearly 60% to SEK 1.9 billion in the first quarter, Volvo launched a cost and cash action plan.

The restructuring is worth SEK 18 billion, with most of it being realized in 2026. Volvo’s new strategy includes SEK 3 billion in variable cost actions and SEK 5 billion in indirect spend efficiencies. The additional SEK 10 billion will be added in cash actions to reduce working capital and capital expenditures this year and in 2026.

Volvo Cars CEO Håkan Samuelsson said, “The automotive industry is in the middle of a very difficult period with challenges not seen before.”

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With “turbulence in the market,” Samuelsson added that the company needs to “further improve our cash flow generation and lower our costs.”

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Volvo EX30 (source: Volvo)

To do so, Volvo is focusing on three areas: profitability, electrification, and regionalisation. Volvo is already leading the premium segment, with electrified vehicles accounting for 43% of sales in Q1. However, with new EVs launching, Volvo said more will need to be done to overcome the impact of Trump’s tariffs.

Volvo created a new region called Americas, which includes the US, Canada, and Latin America, to streamline its global operations.

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Volvo EX90 electric SUV (Source: Volvo)

In the US, the company is looking to sharpen its product line-up and plans to boost production at its Charleston, South Carolina, plant.

Earlier this month, Volvo started production of the EX30 at its Ghent plant, which will help it ramp up deliveries in the second half of 2025.

Since it will be imported into the US, Volvo is bracing to take a hit from tariffs. Even the EX90, which is made in Charleston, is heavily impacted, as most components still come from Europe.

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Volvo EX30 production at its Ghent plant (Source: Volvo)

Volvo also revealed the new ES90 last month, its new electric sedan and second EV built on the Volvo Cars Superset Tech Stack. It’s Volvo’s sixth fully electric vehicle following the EX90, EM90, EX40, EX40, and EX30.

In China, Volvo plans to adapt to the changing market with its first extended-range PHEV model, which will launch later this year.

Volvo said it remains “firm on becoming a fully electric car company.” Despite a weaker overall market, almost a fifth of the vehicles it sold in the first quarter were electric.

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Why Lennar is betting on a startup building backup batteries for Texas homes

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Inside this clean energy startup powering homes in Texas

In a warming world with increasingly extreme weather events, homeowners are turning to backup batteries for relief and peace of mind. But the backup only lasts only so long, and there’s a bigger problem at play: aging power grids.

Enter the virtual power plant, managed through a cloud-based system. It’s a fertile market for a number of companies as consumers look for more reliability, especially in areas prone to extreme temperatures and storms.

Base Power, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is a virtual power plant and hardware company that provides battery backup to homeowners. The startup manages the batteries, and virtually controls the power that’s going in and out.

“We install our batteries on our customers’ homes. When the grid is up and running, we use those batteries to support the power grid,” said Base CEO Zach Dell. “When the grid goes out, our customers get those batteries to back up their home. We’re also able to save our customers on the order of 10 to 20% a month on their electricity bills.”

Unlike Tesla and Enphase, Base doesn’t sell home backup batteries. Rather, it rents the batteries to homeowners, providing the hardware, software, installation, operations and electricity. Essentially, it’s a battery-based energy company.

“We own and operate it,” Dell said. “We handle all the maintenance. We take care of the system like it’s ours.”

That control allows Base to manipulate how the battery is used, specifically accessing cheaper power and passing that savings on to the consumer. Base charges the battery from the grid when demand is low, typically during overnight hours. When demand is at its peak — summer evenings and winter mornings — Base sells power, discharging the battery to support the grid.

For an upfront fee of $595 and then about $19 a month, homeowners get access to reliable power, provided by Base. That power is generated by several sources, including wind, solar, natural gas and coal. About half of Base’s customers have solar, according to the company, which lowers their costs even more and allows them to sell that power back to Base.

A company spokesperson said Base compensates customers for the power they sell back, calculated as the real-time wholesale energy price plus an additional 3 cents per kilowatt hour. Buyback rates may vary depending on market conditions and other factors.

Base is now serving one of the nation’s largest homebuilders, Lennar, which is also an investor. Base installs batteries during the construction process in roughly 20 Lennar outage-prone communities in Texas.

Stuart Miller, Chairman and co-CEO of Lennar, said it’s not just about making money.

“It’s, are we going to be able to improve the overall stature of the home building business, as it seeks to address the markets that are stressed and having problems?” he said. “Utilities and electricity is a part of that.”

Base has raised a total of $268 million from investors including Lennar, Thrive Capital, Valor Equity Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners and Andreesen Horowitz.

Base recently announced its first utility partnership near San Antonio. Dell said the company hopes to soon expand outside of Texas. However, the batteries are made in China, and Dell said he expects to see an impact from tariffs.

— CNBC producer Lisa Rizzolo contributed to this piece.

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