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Closing out this week’s Green Deals, we have a bunch of new low prices, starting with the Greenworks 80V STEALTH Electric Mini-Bike that offers more expansive features than its e-bike counterparts and has dropped down to $1,349. Next, we have secured an exclusive $780 in savings on the refurbished Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station in like-new condition for $1,899. From there, we spotted ECOVACS’ new Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower falling to $850, with some alternative manual e-mower options too. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Rad Power Mother’s Day Sale e-bike offers, the second phase of EcoFlow’s Spring-to-Summer Sale, 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.

New Lectric XP4 e-bike preorder deals now live

The new XP4 e-bikes are now up for pre-order starting from $999 with some notable bundle discounts that add as much as $365 in FREE add-on gear with purchase. You can browse through the new models and discounted pricing below – all of the details on the specs and new features are waiting right there.

  • XP4 Tempest Grey e-bike from $999
    • Plus $79 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 Step-Thru Stratus White e-bike from $999
    • Plus $79 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 750 Pine Green e-bike from $1,299
    • Plus $365 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 750 Tempest Grey e-bike from $1,299
    • Plus $365 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 750 Step-Thru Tempest Grey e-bike from $1,299
    • Plus $365 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 750 Step-Thru Stratus White e-bike from $1,299
    • Plus $365 in FREE add-on gear
  • XP4 750 Step-Thru Raindrop Blue e-bike from $1,299
    • Plus $365 in FREE add-on gear
Greenworks 80V STEALTH electric mini-bike

Greenworks’ 80V STEALTH electric mini-bike with 27-mile range and Bluetooth speakers at new $1,349 low

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 80V STEALTH Electric Mini-Bike for $1,348.99 shipped. Carrying a $1,800 MSRP, it was released last year as part of its new e-transportation lineup and hasn’t seen much by way of discounts compared to the brand’s e-bikes. We’ve seen it brought down to $1,530 recently, which is where the brand’s direct site current has it priced at, but Amazon is taking things further here today. You’re looking at a 25% markdown from its MSRP, cutting $451 off the tag to give you the lowest price we have tracked.

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Part of Greenworks’ e-transportation line, which utilizes the brand’s interchangeable batteries so you can get more out of them than just running its lawn care solutions. This 80V electric mini-bike comes with two 8.0Ah batteries to provide up to 27 miles of travel, which the 8A dual-port charger will have back to full in up to two hours, while its 1,000W brushless rear hub STEALTH motor can reach 20 MPH speeds when set to Eco mode and a max 25 MPH speed in its Sport mode. It’s been given an array of smart battery and motor systems, paired with a beltless design to reduce energy waste and protect from damage from over-current, short circuit, over-discharge, extreme temperatures, and more.

There’s a surprising amount of features that are also quite notable compared to its e-bike lineup, like the push button start with forward, neutral, and reverse functionality, as well as integrated Bluetooth speakers to jam out as you cruise along. There are also 19-inch all-terrain tires, a front fork suspension with dual rear shock absorbers, an integrated headlight with three light settings, an integrated taillight, an IPX4 water-resistance rating, and an LED screen for real-time performance data.

Anker SOLIX F3800 Power station

Our readers get exclusive $780 off the refurbished and expansive Anker SOLIX F3800 power station at $1,899

We’ve secured another solid exclusive discount from Wellbots on the refurbished Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station for $1,899 shipped, after using the code 9TO5ANKER100 at checkout. This renewed backup power solution is starting off with a discount from its $2,679 pricing to $1,999, which gets taken down lower thanks to our exclusive code for an additional $100 in savings. This is a great opportunity for folks looking to save a little more over a new model, which goes for $3,999 and is currently discounted to $2,799 direct from the brand right now, giving you an extra $900 in savings on a like-new model while also letting you start or expand your existing setup at $100 under last month’s previous mention.

You’ll be getting a two-year warranty when jumping on this exclusive refurbished Anker SOLIX F3800 power station deal, which is one of the brand’s two largest expandable backup power solutions for camping, tailgating, emergency home backup, and more. The station starts with a 3,840Wh LiFePO4 battery that you can scale up as high as 26.9kWh with the compatible expansion batteries (and higher with two stations, each with six batteries), dishing out a steady stream of power at up to 6,000W and surging up to 9,000W for hungrier appliances (up to 12,000W with the dual-station setup). There are 15+ port options for versatile power distribution to devices, appliances, and more, with it even sporting L14-30R and NEMA 14-50 ports to cover RV and EV power needs.

The battery can be recharged by plugging the unit into a standard wall outlet, while also boasting a 2,400W max solar input that can get the battery back to 80% in 1.5 hours with ideal sunny conditions. It is rated for 3,000 life cycles up to an 80% battery, which means an 8-year lifespan were you to discharge and recharge it every single day. Pairing it with Anker’s home backup kit allows for section support for your home’s circuit breaker, while the more advanced smart home power kit expands that support to your entire household alongside connectivity options for roof panels.

– Units are Grade A Refurbished by Anker (Like new condition)
– 2 year warranty applies
– 30 day return policy

ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK robot lawn mower

ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK robot lawn mower with LiDAR and fisheye camera hits new $850 low

Amazon is now offering the best rate yet on the new ECOVACS Goat O1000 RTK Robot Lawn Mower down at $849.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $50 off coupon, which beats out the brand’s direct website, where it’s still sitting at $900. Unveiled at CES 2025 and releasing in February, this new model normally goes for $1,000 at full price, which we’ve only been seeing brought down to $900 since March, until today. Now you can score it at $50 less than ever, giving you a combined $150 discount that marks a new all-time low. You’ll also find two of its upgraded counterparts discounted below.

The ECOVACS Goat O1000 is one of five new robot mowers that were released from the brand following CES 2025, with this model covering lawns up to 1/4-acres in size on a single charge. It’s been designed to be more compact and narrow, only measuring in at 27.8 inches long, 11.22 inches wide, and 16.93 inches tall, allowing it to better fit in tight spaces where a normal mower can’t reach, while also boasting an IPX6 waterproof construction to stand against any changes in the weather while in the middle of things. Like robot cleaners, this model also provides remote smart controls through its companion app, allowing you to adjust settings while also editing the 3D map.

It’s been given some advanced AI tech to shed any need for perimeter wires in favor of RTK navigation, which keeps track of where it’s been, plans where it needs to go, and also provides integrated AIVI 3D obstacle avoidance. This latter programming isn’t just limited to objects, but also small animals that may frequent your yard, even at night. There’s also a LiDAR (3D-ToF) and fisheye camera to bolster its capabilities, especially when entering heavily shaded areas where the satellites can’t find it. Head below for more.

ECOVACS’ other new robot mower deals:

If you would prefer going with a manual electric mower that saves you more, you can find EGO’s 56V 21-inch Cordless Self-Propelled Touch Drive Electric Lawn Mower coming with 6.0Ah and 4.0Ah batteries at a new $550 low, with some alternate options available in the same post.

Best Spring EV deals!

Best new Green Deals landing this week

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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Robinhood is up 160% this year, but several obstacles are ahead

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Robinhood is up 160% this year, but several obstacles are ahead

Florida AG opens probe into Robinhood. Here's the latest

Robinhood stock hit an all-time high Friday as the financial services platform continued to rip higher this year, along with bitcoin and other crypto stocks.

Robinhood, up more than 160% in 2025, hit an intraday high above $101 before pulling back and closing slightly lower.

The reversal came after a Bloomberg report that JPMorgan plans to start charging fintechs for access to customer bank data, a move that could raise costs across the industry.

For fintech firms that rely on thin margins to offer free or low-cost services to customers, even slight disruptions to their cost structure can have major ripple effects. PayPal and Affirm both ended the day nearly 6% lower following the report.

Despite its stellar year, the online broker is facing several headwinds, with a regulatory probe in Florida, pushback over new staking fees and growing friction with one of the world’s most high-profile artificial intelligence companies.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier opened a formal investigation into Robinhood Crypto on Thursday, alleging the platform misled users by claiming to offer the lowest-cost crypto trading.

“Robinhood has long claimed to be the best bargain, but we believe those representations were deceptive,” Uthmeier said in a statement.

The probe centers on Robinhood’s use of payment for order flow — a common practice where market makers pay to execute trades — which the AG said can result in worse pricing for customers.

Robinhood Crypto General Counsel Lucas Moskowitz told CNBC its disclosures are “best-in-class” and that it delivers the lowest average cost.

“We disclose pricing information to customers during the lifecycle of a trade that clearly outlines the spread or the fees associated with the transaction, and the revenue Robinhood receives,” added Moskowitz.

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev explains 'dual purpose' behind trading platform's new crypto offerings

Robinhood is also facing opposition to a new 25% cut of staking rewards for U.S. users, set to begin October 1. In Europe, the platform will take a smaller 15% cut.

Staking allows crypto holders to earn yield by locking up their tokens to help secure blockchain networks like ethereum, but platforms often take a percentage of those rewards as commission.

Robinhood’s 25% cut puts it in line with Coinbase, which charges between 25.25% and 35% depending on the token. The cut is notably higher than Gemini’s flat 15% fee.

It marks a shift for the company, which had previously steered clear of staking amid regulatory uncertainty.

Under President Joe Biden‘s administration, the Securities and Exchange Commission cracked down on U.S. platforms offering staking services, arguing they constituted unregistered securities.

With President Donald Trump in the White House, the agency has reversed course on several crypto enforcement actions, dropping cases against major players like Coinbase and Binance and signaling a more permissive stance.

Even as enforcement actions ease, Robinhood is under fresh scrutiny for its tokenized stock push, which is a growing part of its international strategy.

The company now offers blockchain-based assets in Europe that give users synthetic exposure to private firms like OpenAI and SpaceX through special purpose vehicles, or SPVs.

An SPV is a separate entity that acquires shares in a company. Users then buy tokens of the SPV and don’t have shareholder privileges or voting rights directly in the company.

OpenAI has publicly objected, warning the tokens do not represent real equity and were issued without its approval. In an interview with CNBC International, CEO Vlad Tenev acknowledged the tokens aren’t technically equity shares, but said that misses the broader point.

JPMorgan announces plans to charge for access to customer bank data

“What’s important is that retail customers have an opportunity to get exposure to this asset,” he said, pointing to the disruptive nature of AI and the historically limited access to pre-IPO companies.

“It is true that these are not technically equity,” Tenev added, noting that institutional investors often gain similar exposure through structured financial instruments.

The Bank of Lithuania — Robinhood’s lead regulator in the EU — told CNBC on Monday that it is “awaiting clarifications” following OpenAI’s statement.

“Only after receiving and evaluating this information will we be able to assess the legality and compliance of these specific instruments,” a spokesperson said, adding that information for investors must be “clear, fair, and non-misleading.”

Tenev responded that Robinhood is “happy to continue to answer questions from our regulators,” and said the company built its tokenized stock program to withstand scrutiny.

“Since this is a new thing, regulators are going to want to look at it,” he said. “And we expect to be scrutinized as a large, innovative player in this space.”

SEC Chair Paul Atkins recently called the model “an innovation” on CNBC’s Squawk Box, offering some validation as Robinhood leans further into its synthetic equity strategy — even as legal clarity remains in flux across jurisdictions.

Despite the regulatory noise, many investors remain focused on Robinhood’s upside, and particularly the political tailwinds.

The company is positioning itself as a key beneficiary of Trump’s newly signed megabill, which includes $1,000 government-seeded investment accounts for newborns. Robinhood said it’s already prototyping an app for the ‘Trump Accounts‘ initiative.

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Hyundai and Kia are betting on lower-priced EVs to ride out tariffs

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Korean auto giants Hyundai and Kia think lower-priced EVs will help minimize the blow from the new US auto tariffs. Hyundai is set to unveil a new entry-level electric car soon, which will be sold alongside the Kia EV2. Will it be the IONIQ 2?

Hyundai and Kia shift to lower-priced EVs

Hyundai and Kia already offer some of the most affordable and efficient electric vehicles on the market, with models like the IONIQ 5 and EV6.

In Europe, Korea, Japan, and other overseas markets, Hyundai sells the Inster EV (sold as the Casper Electric in Korea), an electric city car. The Inster EV starts at about $27,000 (€23,900), but Hyundai will soon offer another lower-priced EV, similar to the upcoming Kia EV2.

The Inster EV is seeing strong initial demand in Europe and Japan. According to a local report (via Newsis), demand for the Casper Electric is so high that buyers are waiting over a year for delivery.

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Hyundai is doubling down with plans to introduce an even more affordable EV, rumored to be the IONIQ 2. Xavier Martinet, CEO of Hyundai Motor Europe, said during a recent interview that “The new electric vehicle will be unveiled in the next few months.”

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Hyundai Casper Electric/ Inster EV models (Source: Hyundai)

The new EV is expected to be a compact SUV, which will likely resemble the upcoming Kia EV2. Kia will launch the EV2 in Europe and other global regions in 2026.

Hyundai is keeping most details under wraps, but the expected IONIQ 2 is likely to sit below the Kona Electric as a smaller city EV.

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Kia Concept EV2 (Source: Kia)

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Although nothing is confirmed, it’s expected to be priced at around €30,000 ($35,000), or slightly less than the Kia EV3.

The Kia EV3 starts at €35,990 in Europe and £33,005 in the UK, or about $42,000. Through the first half of the year, Kia’s compact electric SUV is the UK’s most popular EV.

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Kia EV3 (Source: Kia)

Like the Hyundai IONIQ models and Kia’s other electric vehicles, the EV3 is based on the E-GMP platform. It’s available with two battery packs: 58.3 kWh or 81.48 kWh, providing a WLTP range of up to 430 km (270 miles) and 599 km (375 miles), respectively.

Hyundai is expected to reveal the new EV at the IAA Mobility show in Munich in September. Meanwhile, Kia is working on a smaller electric car to sit below the EV2 that could start at under €25,000 ($30,000).

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Kia unveils EV4 sedan and hatchback, PV5 electric van, and EV2 Concept at 2025 Kia EV Day (Source: Kia)

According to the report, Hyundai and Kia are doubling down on lower-priced EVs to balance potential losses from the new US auto tariffs.

Despite opening its new EV manufacturing plant in Georgia to boost local production, Hyundai is still expected to expand sales in other regions. An industry insider explained, “Considering the risk of US tariffs, Hyundai’s move to target the European market with small electric vehicles is a natural strategy.”

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Source: Hyundai)

Although Hyundai is expanding in other markets, it remains a leading EV brand in the US. The IONIQ 5 remains a top-selling EV with over 19,000 units sold through June.

After delivering the first IONIQ 9 models in May, Hyundai reported that over 1,000 models had been sold through the end of June, its three-row electric SUV.

While the $7,500 EV tax credit is still here, Hyundai is offering generous savings with leases for the 2025 IONIQ 5 starting as low as $179 per month. The three-row IONIQ 9 starts at just $419 per month. And Hyundai is even throwing in a free ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 charger if you buy or lease either model.

Unfortunately, we likely won’t see the entry-level EV2 or IONIQ 2 in the US. However, Kia is set to launch its first electric sedan, the EV4, in early 2026.

Ready to take advantage of the savings while they are still here? You can use our links below to find deals on Hyundai and Kia EV models in your area.

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Blink Charging just threw a lifeline to EVBox Everon customers

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As EVBox shuts down its Everon business across Europe and North America, EV charging provider Blink Charging is stepping up to offer support to customers caught in the transition.

EVBox’s software arm Everon recently announced it’s winding down operations alongside EVBox’s AC charger business. That’s left a lot of charging station hosts and drivers wondering what comes next. Now, EVBox Everon is pointing its customers toward Blink as a recommended alternative.

Blink says it’s ready to help, whether that means keeping existing chargers up and running or replacing aging gear with new Blink chargers.

“EVBox has played a significant role in the growth of EV charging infrastructure across the UK and Mainland Europe, and we recognize the trust hosts have placed in its solutions,” said Alex Calnan, Blink Charging’s managing director of Europe. “With the recent announcement of Everon’s withdrawal from the EV charging market, it’s natural to have questions about what this means for operations. At Blink, we want to assure Everon customers that we are here to help them navigate this transition.”

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Blink says it’s able to offer advice, replacements, and ongoing network management to make the changeover as smooth as possible.

Everon users who switch to Blink will get access to the Blink Network portal via the Blink Charging app. That opens up real-time insight into charger usage and lets hosts set pricing, manage users, and download performance reports.

“At Blink, our charging technology is future-ready,” added Calnan. “With advancements like vehicle-to-grid technology on the horizon, our chargers are built to support the future of electric vehicles and charging habits.”

The company says its chargers are in stock and ready to ship now for any Everon customers looking to make the jump.

In October 2024, France’s Engie announced it would liquidate the entire EVBox group, which it said posted total losses of €800 million since Engie took over in 2017. EVBox is closing its operations in the Netherlands, Germany, and the US.

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