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Today is National Bike to Work Day which means today’s Green Deals are all about e-bikes! Headlining our lineup of savings today is Lectric’s newly launched Memorial Day Sale that is offering increased bundles with up to $742 in free gear, with the largest of them on the XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes (biggest bundles to date) starting from $1,399. Next, from Rad Power’s ongoing Mother’s Day savings, we have the RadRover 6 Plus and RadExpand 5 e-bikes starting from $1,299 for off-road commutes and those in need of space-saving options. There’s also Ride1Up’s Memorial Day Sale that is taking up to $300 off two e-bikes, including the Prodigy v2 Mid-Drive models, as well as an accessory promo on the Portola Folding e-bike, among others. Lastly, Velotric’s Bike Month Sale has dropped the urban-minded T1 ST Plus e-bike with Apple Find My to $1,399, with others up to $400 off. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s launch deals on Jackery’s HomePower 3000 Solar generator bundles, Segway’s E2 Plus II eKickScooter preorder, 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.

Lectric Memorial Day Sale offers up to $742 in free gear with the XPedition 2.0 cargo e-bikes from $1,399

Lectric has launched its Memorial Day Sale with increased bundle packages that give you up to $742 in free gear along with your purchase. The largest of these savings is on the XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes, which come in three variants, with the standard 13Ah model at $1,399 shipped and getting $394 in free gear, the 26Ah dual-battery model at $1,699 shipped with $593 in free gear, and the 35Ah dual-battery model at $1,999 shipped and coming with $742 in free gear. As is usually the case, the savings from this brand tend to come in the form of free bundled gear, with the packages we’re seeing on these models being the biggest yet – beating out their Black Friday deals. Head below to learn more about these e-bikes and the deals on the brand’s other models during this sale.

All three variants of Lectric’s XPedition 2.0 Cargo e-bikes sport the same two colorway options (Raindrop Blue or Stratus White), as well as come equipped with 750W M24 rear hub motors (peaking at 1,310W) that top out at 28 MPH speeds and provide improved acceleration and torque for climbing up inclines, especially when hauling any cargo with you. The only real difference here depends on what battery setup you would prefer, with the standard 13Ah model giving you up to 60 miles of travel, the 26Ah (dual 13Ah) model going further up to 120 miles, and the 35Ah (dual 17.5Ah) model going furthest to 170 miles – all with the PAS support activated. What’s really nice here, too, is the improved 5A charger that “cuts down on charging speeds by 60%,” so you don’t have to wait around all day for the battery to recharge.

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These models have had their rear cargo racks extended for more hauling potential – whether that means packages, groceries, or passengers – and the bikes boast an impressive 450-pound payload. There’s plenty of other top-notch features for the price, like the adjustable dual spring 50mm front suspension fork, the Shimano 8-speed drivetrain, narrower 20-inch by 2.5-inch wheels with fenders over each, more powerful hydraulic mineral oil disc brakes, the headlamp and taillights with brake lighting and turn signal functionality, the wider-stance kickstand, and a color display.

Lectric’s XP4 e-bike preorders with up to $356 bundles (shipping June 2):

Lectric’s XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike clearance offers (price cuts only):

XPedition 2.0 offers with up to $742 bundles:

XP Electric Trike with $508 bundle

XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bike offers with $404 bundles:

Lectric XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $336 bundle

XPeak 2.0 offers with up to $316 bundles:

ONE LR e-bike with $220 bundle

Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus e-bike

Find commuting solutions in Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus fat-tire and RadExpand 5 folding e-bikes from $1,299

If you didn’t know, May 12 to May 18 is Bike to Work week, and for those who may not have jumped aboard their alternative rides yet, you can certainly prep to do so through the warmer months ahead. Rad Power currently has its ongoing Mother’s Day Sale event going through May 21, taking up to $500 off models, like the popular RadRover 6 Plus Step-Thru Fat-Tire e-bike that is down at $1,399 shipped right now. This model normally goes for $1,599 at full price, which has only been beaten by a drop to $1,299 back over the fall in 2024 and the $1,199 low from January, with it otherwise being brought down to this rate in the time since. This is the third-lowest price we have tracked and still offers a solid $200 in savings off the tag while giving you a well-rounded model for on-street and off-road ventures.

For over a year now I’ve regularly gotten to hop aboard my parent’s RadRover 6 Plus while visiting them in the Great Dismal Swamp, which may pose challenges to some models but has otherwise not stopped my travels around town, be that along roads or through nature. The 750W brushless geared hub motor is paired alongside a semi-integrated 672Wh battery, providing speeds up to 20 MPH and a travel distance up to 45+ miles when the five PAS levels are turned on. I always appreciate the addition of a throttle, as it allows me to go off electric power when I tire out or am just not in the mood to do much pedaling, though, as is the case with all e-bikes, solely using this does cut down its mileage.

It’s a solid option for folks who enjoy on-street and off-road treks alike, as the fat Kenda Juggernaut puncture-resistant tires stand up well to swampy terrain during my visits, while the electrical system is protected thanks to the water-resistant connectors. You’ll also get it arriving stocked with a Shimano 7-speed derailleur, hydraulic brakes, fenders above both tires, an LED headlight and taillight with brake lighting (and auto-on functions for both), and a LCD display.

Another solid option for commutes to work, as well as saving space when you get there or back home, is the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike that is down at $1,299 shipped from its usual $1,599 tag. It comes equipped with the same motor and battery setup as above, with the same speed and mileage, as well as five levels of PAS to take advantage of. Its main feature is the folding frame, which condenses it to 29 inches high by 25 inches wide by 41 inches long. There’s the integrated rear cargo rack for some cargo-hauling functionality, an LED headlight and integrated taillight that have both automatic and brake lighting, solid fat tires with fenders over each, water-resistant wiring harness, a 7-speed MicroShift derailleur, and an LED display.

Be sure to check out the other deals during the remainder of Rad Power’s Mother’s Day Sale, like the discounts and bundle packages on the RadWagon 4 and 5 Cargo e-bikes, as well as the accessory promos on its other new models.

Ride1Up Memorial Day Sale

Ride1Up has its Memorial Day Sale running through May 27, with two of its e-bikes getting up to $300 taken off their tags and an accessory promotion on its popular and affordable Portola Folding e-bike. The biggest of the cash savings is landing on the Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive e-bike starting at $2,195 shipped for its 9-speed drive-train model, while the belt-drive counterpart is down at $2,595 shipped. These two models normally go for $2,495 and $2,795, respectively, these days, with $200 price cuts often being the average discount seen in sales lately, which is continuing on the belt-drive model, while the chain-drive model saves you an additional $100 on top of that. Head below for more on these and the other models seeing discounts during this sale.

Released back in the latter half of 2023, Ride1Up’s Prodigy v2 is a more affordable mid-drive e-bike when compared to many others on the market that range up to twice the price. It comes equipped with a German-made Brose TF Sprinter mid-drive motor that produces 90Nm of torque and has a built-in torque sensor, pairing with the 36V 504Wh battery to deliver up to 28 MPH top speeds and 30 to 50 miles of travel range. While not as lightweight as some urban commuters, it’s fairly manageable with a 58-pound weight for the chain-drive model and 61 pounds for the belt-drive.

There’s a bunch of solid stock features here too, like the Tektro HD-M745 180mm Hydraulic disc brakes, the rear cargo rack, Maxxis Rekon Race tires with fenders over each, the 80 Lux headlight, Commuter Glow 6V taillight, 100mm air fork suspension, kickstand, Brose 1.5-inch color display, and more.

Ride1Up’s Memorial Day Sale e-bike deals:

  • Portola Folding e-bike: $1,095 (No price cut)
    • 20 MPH throttle, 28 MPH PAS for up to 40 miles
    • Upgrade to 13.4Ah battery for $100 more and 45-mile travels
    • Buy one accessory get one of equal or lesser value
  • Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive 9-Speed e-bike: $2,195 (Reg. $2,495)
    • 28 MPH for up to 50 miles
  • Revv 1 Full Suspension Moped-Style e-bike: $2,395 (Reg. $2,595)
    • 20+ MPH for up to 60 miles
  • Revv 1 DRT Off-Road Moped-Style e-bike: $2,495 (Reg. $2,595)
    • 20+ MPH for up to 60 miles
  • Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive Gates Belt CVT e-bike: $2,595 (Reg. $2,795)
    • 28 MPH for up to 50 miles
Velotric T1 ST Plus e-bike

Commute through urban streets on Velotric’s T1 ST Plus e-bike with Apple Find My and 70-mile range for $1,399

It’s National Bike to Work Day, and while you may not have a electric model this year to commute on, you can certainly take advantage of Velotric’s Bike Month Sale pricing and score yourself the means to do so through summer and into fall. There are obvious favorites like the Discover 1 Plus at $1,299 or its upgraded Discover 2 counterpart, but I wanted to shine a spotlight on a solid option for folks commuting in more urban areas, the T1 ST Plus e-bike that is at $1,399 shipped. It’s going for $1,649 at full price these days due to the tariffs that have been affecting the market in the past few months, with discounts only having brought down the cost to this rate since. While we did see the price go lower last year, there’s no telling how long it’ll be until we see those rates again, as well as if prices will continue going up later in the year with the market’s uncertainty. Still, you can pick up this lightweight model at $250 off the going rate, gaining some added smart security on top of electrifying your commute.

Velotric’s T1 ST Plus e-bike is an ideal model from this brand for urban commuters and riders who prefer active cycling, firstly for weighing in at just 39 pounds, making it a more manageable model up and down stairs, and secondly due to this being a purely PAS-focused ride without any throttle for pure electric cruising. It comes with a 350W motor (peaking at 600W) alongside a 36V 352.8Wh battery to reach top speeds of 28 MPH (unlocked over the standard 20 MPH limit). It comes with three different riding modes, each with five PAS levels and supported by a torque sensor, giving it up to 70 miles of range on a single charge.

It features a bonus walk mode for assistance whenever you may have to hop off the bike, namely to go up extremely steep angles, but a real highlight here is the Apple Find My inclusion, so you’ll always know where it is and can track it down. You’ll also be getting some other stock features, like the Shimano 8-speed derailleur, an integrated LED auto-headlight, double hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-resistant tires, an IPX6 waterproof rating, and a 3.5-inch LCD display with USB charging for your personal device.

If you’re commutes (and day-off adventures) tend to go off-road, you might be more interested in the brand’s Nomad 1 Plus All-Terrain e-bike for $1,499 shipped, coming down from $1,899. It comes with a larger 750W rear hub motor (peaking at 1,200W) with a 691Wh battery, hitting max speeds of 28 MPH for up to 55 miles when activating its five PAS levels – plus, there is a throttle on this model when you don’t want to pedal. The fat puncture-resistant tires ensure your fun won’t be stopped early once you go off-road, while the hydraulic suspension fork works to smooth out rougher paths and the hydraulic disc brakes provide solid stopping power – all with an IPX6 waterproof rating, among other features. You can also check out the brand’s latest release, the upgraded Nomad 2X Full Suspension Fat Tire e-bike that takes things to more customizable heights.

You can check out the full lineup of this sale’s deals on the landing page here.

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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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This vast 1.3 GW Indiana solar farm will power 200,000 homes

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Mammoth Solar, a 1.3 gigawatt (GW) solar farm in northern Indiana, is now powering into its biggest construction phase yet, cementing its place as one of the largest solar projects in the US.

The solar farm is set to increase Indiana’s solar capacity by more than 20% once it’s fully online. And with construction ramping up this month, developer Doral Renewables has given Bechtel Full Notice to Proceed on the design, engineering, and construction of three major phases of the project: Mammoth South, Mammoth Central I, and Mammoth Central II. Together, these phases will generate 900 MW of clean energy.

That’s enough electricity to power around 200,000 homes with clean energy, helping Indiana shift away from fossil fuels while boosting the local economy.

Construction is already underway, and over the next two years, Bechtel will install around 2 million solar panels, with about half of them made in the US. The company is also handling all engineering, procurement, and construction work, using its digital project management tools and autonomous tech to keep everything on track.

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At the peak of the buildout, Mammoth Solar is expected to create over 1,200 jobs, with at least 15% of those set aside for apprenticeships.

Bechtel says its success will hinge on strong collaboration with local trades and vendors. The company is working closely with craft professionals and is committed to being a reliable community partner throughout construction.

Once the solar farm is complete in 2027, Doral Renewables plans to roll out agrivoltaics across the site. That means livestock grazing and crop cultivation will happen right alongside energy production, giving farmers in the area a way to keep working their land while supporting clean energy development.

Read more: Solar adds more new capacity to the US grid in 2024 than any energy source in 20 years

If you live in an area that has frequent natural disaster events, and are interested in making your home more resilient to power outages, consider going solar and adding a battery storage system. 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. They have 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.

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BYD’s funky new kei car spotted testing: Here’s our first look at the mini EV

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BYD is about to launch an even smaller EV, but this one’s a little different. It’s BYD’s first kei car. You know, those tiny vehicles that dominate Japan’s city streets? BYD’s mini EV was just spotted out in public, giving us our first real look at the upcoming kei car.

BYD’s first mini EV was spotted in public

Last week, rumors surfaced that BYD was developing its first kei car, which would compete with top-selling models from Nissan, Honda, Mitsubishi, and other Japanese brands.

Kei cars, or “K-Car,” as they are sometimes called, are a class of ultra-compact vehicles that cannot be longer than 3.4 meters (134″). To put that into perspective, BYD’s smallest EV currently, the Seagull (called the Dolphin Mini overseas), is 3,780 mm (148.8″) long.

The mini vehicles are ideal in Japan because they are so small, making it easy to get around tight city streets. They are also more affordable and efficient than larger vehicles.

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BYD’s mini EV was spotted for the first time during a road test this week by IT Home (via CarNewsChina), revealing a familiar look. It has that boxy, compact look of a typical kei car with sliding side doors.

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BYD’s kei car, or mini EV, in camouflage (Source: Sina/ IT Home)

According to reports, BYD is developing a new platform for the model. It will reportedly include a 20 kWh battery, good for 180 km (112 miles) WLTC range. By using its in-house Blade LFP batteries, BYD is expected to have a cost advantage.

BYD’s upcoming mini EV is expected to start at around 2.5 million yen, or about $18,000. That’s about the same as the Nissan Sakura (2.59 million yen), Japan’s best-selling EV last year.

Last year, around 1.55 million kei cars were sold in Japan, accounting for roughly 40% of new vehicle sales. Honda’s N-Box was the top-selling kei car (EV or gas) for the third straight year.

As Nikkei reported, some are already calling BYD’s electric kei car “a huge threat.” A Suzuki dealer said, “Young people do not have a negative view of BYD. It would be a huge threat if the company launches cheap models in Japan.”

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Nissan Sakura mini EV (Source: Nissan)

BYD already sells several electric cars in Japan, including the Atto 3 SUV, Dolphin, and Seal. Last month, the company launched the new Sealion 7 midsize electric SUV, starting at 4.95 million yen ($34,500).

Although Japan isn’t really an EV hot spot, with sales falling 33% in 2024 to just under 60,000 units, BYD sees an opportunity.

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BYD Dolphin Mini (Seagull) testing in Brazil (Source: BYD)

By making virtually every car component in-house, including batteries, BYD can offer EVs at such low prices while still making a profit. BYD’s cheapest and best-selling electric car, the Seagull, starts at under $10,000 (69,800 yuan) in China.

With new smart driving and charging tech rolling out, BYD’s electric cars are getting smarter and even more efficient.

Can BYD’s mini EV compete with Japanese brands? At the right price, it may have a chance. Check back soon for more on the upcoming kei car. We’ll keep you up to date with the latest.

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Ford F-150 Lightning retakes America’s best-selling electric pickup crown

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Ford’s electric pickup truck is back at the top. The F-150 Lightning is once again the best-selling electric pickup in the US after overtaking the Tesla Cybertruck in the first quarter.

Ford’s F-150 Lightning is the best-selling electric pickup

After launching in 2023, Tesla’s Cybertruck quickly outpaced the Lightning to become America’s top-selling EV pickup last year.

Since Tesla doesn’t break down regional sales, registration data gives us our best estimate. The latest registration data from S&P Global Mobility (via Automotive News) shows that the F-150 Lightning retook the title in March and the first quarter of 2025.

Ford’s electric pickup notched 2,598 registrations in March, topping the Tesla Cybertruck with 2,170. In the first quarter, the F-150 Lightning remained ahead with 7,913 registrations, compared to the Cybertruck’s 7,126.

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Although the Cybertruck was the fifth top-selling EV in the US last year, it didn’t even crack the top ten in March. It placed ninth through the first three months of 2025, behind the Volkswagen ID.4.

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2025 Ford F-150 Lightning (Source: Ford)

While Tesla and Ford remained the leaders in the electric pickup market, several new models are gaining momentum. According to the most recent numbers from Cox Automotive, GM sold 2,383 Chevy Silverado EVs and 1,249 GMC Sierra EV models in Q1. Meanwhile, Rivian sold 1,727 R1Ts during the quarter.

Earlier today, Electrek reported that new models, including the Honda Prologue and Chevy Blazer EV, helped drive EV registrations up 20% in the US in March.

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2026 GMC Sierra EV AT4 (left) and Elevation (right) trims (Source: GMC)

Although the Lightning reclaimed the crown from Tesla, Ford’s electric pickup isn’t exactly flying off the lot. Ford reported Lightning sales fell 16% to just 1,740 units in April. Through April 2025, Ford has sold 8,927 electric trucks, down 9% from the 9,833 it handed over last year.

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To be fair, Tesla is still ahead by a wide margin in the US. The S&P numbers show Tesla had over 51,000 registrations in March, up 1% after two months of lower YOY growth.

GM’s Chevy surpassed Ford to become the second-best-selling EV brand with nearly 8,500 registrations, an increase of 274% from last year. Ford dropped to third with 7,361 registrations.

Although it’s just one quarter, it’s starting to show how Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s political antics are likely impacting sales. After the Cybertruck’s initial hype, it appears many buyers are opting for traditional pickups, like the F-150 Lighting.

Meanwhile, Ram is delaying its first electric pickup, the 1500 REV, again. Ram is pushing production back until summer 2027, saying it’s “extending the quality validation period.” The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Ramcharger will also be delayed until the first quarter of 2026.

After pulling the Ramcharger ahead of the fully electric version last year, Stellantis blamed weak demand for EV pickups in the US.

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