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Headlining today’s Green Deals are four website-exclusive solar generator bundles from EcoFlow’s ongoing Mother’s Day Sale, which is running parallel to its Spring-to-Summer Sale, and feature a new low price on the DELTA 2 Max Power Station with two 220W solar panels and a protective bag for $1,424. If you would prefer the smaller DELTA 2 Power Station, you can grab it at Amazon with a waterproof handbag for $449, which beats out the brand’s direct pricing. There’s also Greenworks’ latest Pro-tier 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washer that has returned to its $280 low, as well as some other notable discounts from the brand. Lastly, for budget commuters, you can hop aboard the Hoverfly X1 Electric Scooter at a new $214 low or the XR Elite Electric Scooter at $202. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s new low prices on the Greenworks 80V Venture 20-inch Utility e-bike, the EGO dual-port mower combo, 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’s ongoing sale drops DELTA 2 Max bundle with two 220W panels and bag to new $1,424 low

In case you missed it over the weekend, EcoFlow has an ongoing Mother’s Day Sale running alongside its Spring-to-Summer deals through May 18, with up to 58% being taken off a collection of units, all of which here are providing you with 2x EcoCredits and benefitting from the 5% sitewide extra savings. Among what we’re seeing, there’s a solid option in EcoFlow’s website-exclusive DELTA 2 Max Solar Generator Bundle that comes with two 220W solar panels and a protective power station bag for $1,424.05 shipped, after using the sitewide promo code EFRVSALEAFF at checkout for an additional 5% off. This package would normally run you $3,276 at full price, which we’ve seen offered a few times in 2025, with discounts going as low as $1,472 with extra savings. You’re looking at a new all-time low price for this bundle, coming in $48 lower than ever for a total of $1,852 in savings.

A solid mid-size backup power option from one of the most popular brands on the market, EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 Max covers your needs with a 2,048Wh capacity from LiFePO4 battery cells, which you can invest and expand further up to 6,144Wh with its compatible expansion batteries. There’s a significant power output of 2,400W that can surge up to 3,400W with its X-Boost mode activated via the app, as well as 15 ports to plug in devices and appliances. Two solar panels can be connected with up to a maximum 1,000W input for solar charging, along with dual-charging by using both the panels and a wall outlet at the same time, which would get the battery to 83% in about 43 minutes. Plugging it into a wall outlet alone doesn’t take much longer to hit the same amount in 1.1 hours.

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***Note: The extra 5% sitewide savings have not been factored into the prices below, so be sure to use the promo code EFRVSALEAFF at checkout to get the maximum savings possible!

EcoFlow’s other website-exclusive bundles:

There’s also a collection of individual power station deals, solar generator bundle savings, and add-on accessory discounts that you can browse on the landing page here. And be sure to also check out the brand’s Spring-to-Summer Sale for more options, as well, though many of them seem to be similar.

Greenworks Pro 2,300 PSI electric pressure washer

Get ample cleaning power with Greenworks’ latest Pro-tier 2,300 PSI electric pressure washer at $280 low

Amazon is offering a second chance at the best price on the latest Greenworks Pro 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washer for $279.99 shipped, and also matching in price direct from the brand’s website. This newer model would normally cost you $350 at full price, with it having only seen two previous discounts here since hitting the market in November – first to the $280 low in January, and then to $297 last month. Now the price is coming back down to the lowest we have tracked, saving you $70 off the going rate and giving you ample power to tackle outdoor cleaning around your home. Be sure to also check out the other notable lawn care deals below the fold.

Whether you’re looking to clean off walkways, the driveway, patio furniture, and more, this new pro-tier Greenworks electric pressure washer can cover it all. The steel frame gives it far more durability over aluminum-framed models, with the added bonus of being able to fold in order to save some space. Its TruBrushless motor is paired alongside the brand’s Smart Flow water pressure-sensing tech in order to provide the perfect amount of pressure delivery – up to 2,300 PSI. You can boost its cleaning power by utilizing the detergent tank, while the five included nozzles provide expanded versatility depending on the job you have at hand. There’s even onboard storage for them and a push-button start, so you won’t have to get frustrated over pull strings.

Other notable Greenworks lawn care discounts:

Hoverfly X1 electric scooter

Hoverfly’s X1 electric scooter is perfect for campus commutes while down at a new $214 low

Amazon is now offering a great budget-friendly commuter option in the Hoverfly X1 Electric Scooter for $214.49 shipped, which also matches in price direct from the brand. This e-scooter usually carries a $330 price tag at Amazon, while the brand prices it higher at $450. While we’ve been seeing some regular discounts since October, most of them have only dropped the costs by small increments, with the previous discount from last month taking things the furthest to $231. That rate is getting beaten out here today for a new low price, saving you $116 off the going rate at Amazon (and $236 off its MSRP) and giving you a reliable means to get around that won’t weigh heavily on your wallet.

While it may not have any fancy bells and whistles, the Hoverfly X1 e-scooter is a solid option for students and riders on a budget who need something to get around their immediate area. The battery provides you with up to 10 miles of travel on a short charge, while the 250W motor can get you going at up to 15.5 MPH max speeds. There’s even an automatic cruise control feature that activates after 10 seconds of continued riding, with further acceleration or braking turning it off. The handles and deck come with anti-slip designs, while the 8.5-inch solid honeycomb tires absorb shock, provide a lighter weight (the whole thing is only 35 pounds), and prevent flats. There’s dual braking for ensured stopping power and a bright front headlight to see where you’re headed at early morning or late night hours, as well as the obvious folding design.

You could also save a bit more money while gaining some additional mileage with the Hoverfly XR Elite Electric Scooter at its second-lowest price of $202.49 shipped, which is also matching direct from the brand. Hopping aboard this model extends travel up to 18 miles on a single charge, thanks to the larger 7.8Ah battery. It offers many of the same features as the above model, though one trade-off is that the 8.5-inch tires are air-filled, meaning they are susceptible to flats.

If you’d prefer e-bikes, despite the quality of its upgraded designs, Lectric’s new XP4 and XP4 750 e-bikes retain accessible pricing starting from $999 with up to $365 in free bundled gear coming along with them too.

EcoFlow DELTA 2 power station

Get affordable backup power with EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 power station + a waterproof handbag for $449

By way of its official Amazon storefront, EcoFlow is offering its DELTA 2 Portable Power Station with a waterproof handbag for $448.98 shipped. This combo carries a $699 price tag, which is the same full rate we see on the power station alone, essentially giving you the handbag for free. In terms of the station, we’ve seen it fall lower to $414 in the past, with today’s deal being the second-lowest price we have tracked and which is currently beating out EcoFlow’s current sale pricing by $54 (when factoring in the extra 5% sitewide savings).

A trusted and affordable backup power solution, EcoFlow’s DELTA 2 can support you at home or out on trips with a 1,024Wh LiFePO4 capacity that can be expanded up to 3,072Wh with two of its compatible smart extra batteries (also currently down at $449 with the on-page coupon). Your devices and appliances are covered through its 15 ports with up to 1,800W of steady power output, surging as high as 2,200W when needed. It’s well protected with a IP68 waterproof construction should you take it with you in nature, and features the usual lineup of smart controls through its app.

You can get the station’s battery back to 80% in just 50 minutes when plugged into a wall outlet, while a full battery requires a little more time, at up to 80 minutes. It also boasts a 500W max solar input that can recharge the battery back to full in three to six hours with ideal sunny conditions. You’ll get a minimum of 3,000+ life cycles from the battery, letting you discharge and recharge for a little over eight years, were you to do so every single day, so with occasional use it will last far longer.

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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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The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner – is it enough to hold back GM?

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The cheapest Tesla ever is right around the corner – is it enough to hold back GM?

On today’s budget-conscious episode of  Quick Charge, we’re building up to the reveal of a new, more affordable Tesla Model Y tomorrow that will almost definitely not be a cheap pile of misaligned plastic body parts with inconsistent panel gaps that’s utterly incapable of turning the tide on Tesla’s global decline.

Plus, we’ve got news that Tesla is in hot water with California over its alleged mishandling of its insurance business, revisit the lies told about Cybertrucks drag racing Teslas, and look at the incredible 110% increase in EV sales over at GM that’s driving Cadillac’s renaissance.

Today’s episode is brought to you by Climate XChange, a nonpartisan nonprofit working to help states pass effective, equitable climate policies. The nonprofit just kicked off its 10th annual EV raffle, where participants have multiple opportunities to win their dream model. Visit the site at CarbonRaffle.org/Electrek to learn more.

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GEM eX launched as fully street-legal electric UTV

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GEM eX launched as fully street-legal electric UTV

Waev Inc. has just unveiled the GEM eX, a new electric utility vehicle designed to bridge the gap between street-legal low-speed vehicles (LSVs) and true off-road work machines. The company calls it the most versatile electric work UTV yet.

Unlike most golf cart–based UTVs or high-speed recreational rigs, the GEM eX is purpose-built for commercial, industrial, and government fleets that need to move between city streets, job sites, and rough terrain, all while staying emissions-free.

The vehicle features a top speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) and is said to be DOT street-legal as an LSV on roads up to 35 mph (56 km/h), giving it a clear advantage over most off-road-only competitors.

Power is provided by a 6.5 kW motor in a rear-wheel drive setup with a limited-slip rear differential. An 8 kWh battery provides enough juice for a claimed maximum range of 85 miles (137 km).

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The eX comes with several fleet-focused safety and utility upgrades, including 3-point seat belts, roof crush protection, backup camera, mirrors, pedestrian noise emitter, and a robust bumper system. It rolls on street, winter, or all-terrain tires, and the chassis features 9.5 inches (24 cm) of ground clearance, 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) of suspension travel, and a 50-degree approach angle for climbing curbs or crossing uneven work terrain.

Hill-hold assist and single-pedal descent control make it easy to handle on slopes, while a limited-slip differential helps maintain traction without chewing up turf.

In the back, a 1,250 lb (567 kg) composite dump box can fit a full-sized pallet and comes with gas-assist or electric lift options, while towing capacity matches that at 1,250 lb (567 kg). Optional hard doors, roll-down windows, and HVAC with heat and A/C turn it into a true all-weather workhorse.

The lithium iron phosphate battery pack is said to provide a long lifespan for extra durability in extreme climates from –20°F to 140°F (–29°C to 60°C). Charging is flexible via 120V, 240V, or J1772 public stations, and Waev backs the battery with a 7-year warranty – on par with many passenger EVs.

“We field-tested the GEM eX everywhere from Arizona deserts to Minnesota winters,” said Sven Etzelsberger, Waev’s Director of Engineering. “Every piece of customer feedback went back into this vehicle. The result is a work UTV that’s refined, reliable, and ready to go.”

The GEM platform has expanded significantly over the years, from its humble beginnings as a simple people mover to more recent adaptations into everything from ambulances and emergency vehicles to the new GEM eX electric UTV.

Priced at $24,955, the higher purchase price may be one of the few downsides to the quieter, cleaner, and easier to maintain alternative to traditional gasoline-powered UTVs.

Electrek’s Take

Waev’s new GEM eX seems to hit a sweet spot that’s been missing – a street-legal, electric work UTV tough enough for real jobs yet affordable and easy to maintain. For fleet managers juggling both paved and off-road environments, this could be a serious game-changer.

While the price is high, it comes in at significantly less than other well-known models like Polaris’ Zero-powered electric RANGER UTV.

At the same time, there are still more affordable options like those from KANDI that offer more power for a lower price. However, without GEM’s storied brand legacy and increased national support, cheaper options may not have the staying power to compete.

So sure, it’s expensive, but at least I’m glad to see more options coming to the market, especially from brands that have been around for years. Here’s to hoping for more affordable options in the future.


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In a first, renewables generate more power than coal globally

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Solar and wind power aren’t just keeping up with global electricity demand anymore – they’re pulling ahead. According to a new analysis from energy think tank Ember, solar and wind combined outpaced global electricity demand growth in the first half of 2025. That shift led to a drop in both coal and gas generation compared to the same period last year. For the first time ever, renewables generated more power than coal globally.

“We’re seeing the first signs of a crucial turning point,” said Małgorzata Wiatros-Motyka, senior electricity analyst at Ember. “Solar and wind are now growing fast enough to meet the world’s growing appetite for electricity. This marks the beginning of a shift where clean power is keeping pace with demand growth.”

Solar leads the charge

Global electricity demand rose 2.6% in the first half of 2025 – an additional 369 terawatt-hours (TWh) year-over-year. Solar met a stunning 83% of that increase, growing by 306 TWh, or 31% year-over-year. Combined with steady wind expansion, renewables were able to meet rising demand and start displacing fossil fuels.

Coal generation fell 0.6% (-31 TWh), gas dropped 0.2% (-6 TWh), and overall fossil generation declined 0.3% (-27 TWh). As a result, global power sector emissions fell by 0.2%.

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Renewables supplied 5,072 TWh of electricity in the first half of 2025 – up from 4,709 TWh a year earlier. Coal, by comparison, generated 4,896 TWh, down 31 TWh year-over-year. It’s the first time on record that clean energy has overtaken coal.

A global turning point

Ember’s analysis shows this is more than a blip. Solar and wind are now growing fast enough to meet new demand and begin cutting into fossil generation. As deployment accelerates, Ember expects clean power to outstrip demand growth for longer stretches, pushing fossil fuels into permanent decline.

But progress isn’t uniform across the globe. Among the world’s four biggest power markets – China, India, the US, and the EU – two saw fossil generation fall, while two saw it rise.

China remains the global clean energy powerhouse, adding more solar and wind capacity than the rest of the world combined. Its fossil generation fell 2% (-58.7 TWh) in the first half of 2025.

In India, clean power growth outpaced demand threefold. With electricity demand rising just 1.3% (+12 TWh) – far below the 9% surge seen last year – fossil generation dropped sharply: coal fell 3.1% (-22 TWh) and gas plunged 34% (-7.1 TWh).

In contrast, fossil generation rose in the US and EU. In the US, demand grew faster than renewables could keep up, leading to higher fossil fuel output. In the EU, weaker wind and hydro performance meant more gas and coal were needed to fill the gap.

What comes next

With half the world already past the peak of fossil fuel generation, Ember says the trend is clear: Clean power can keep up with rising electricity demand. But to lock in progress, deployment of solar, wind, and batteries needs to accelerate.

“Solar and wind are no longer marginal technologies – they’re driving the global power system forward,” said Sonia Dunlop, CEO of the Global Solar Council. “The fact that renewables have overtaken coal for the first time marks a historic shift. But to secure it, governments and industry must step up investment in clean energy and storage so affordable, reliable power reaches everyone.”

Ember’s Wiatros-Motyka added, “With technology costs continuing to fall, now is the perfect moment to embrace the economic, social, and health benefits that come with increased solar, wind, and batteries.”

Read more: FERC: Solar + wind made up 90% of new US power generating capacity to July 2025

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