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This week’s Green Deals are kicking off with two popular power stations at their lowest prices, as well as two EV sales – and be sure to also check out our Ride to Work EV hub from Friday that has all the best ongoing EV savings that are running through the rest of the month. Headlining today’s edition is Anker taking up to $5,394 off its SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station and bundles that are starting from a new low of $2,999. We also have Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale, with up to $400 off models like the Abound Cargo e-bike at $1,599, as well as a new low price on NIU’s latest KQi 200F Electric Scooter for $649. Lastly, the popular Jackery Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station has returned to its $89 low. 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 coverage.

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.

Anker’s latest SOLIX F3800 Plus modular LiFePO4 power station and bundles at new lows starting from $2,999

Anker has kicked off its SOLIX Memorial Day Sale event that will continue running through May 26 with up to 55% in initial discounts, as well as some bonus holiday gifts, extra savings on orders over $3,000 and 6% cash back savings for military and service members (more on those below). Among this sale’s lineup, we spotted Anker’s new SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station dropping lower than ever to $2,999 shipped, and also matching in price at Amazon. Coming off its $4,799 full price, we’ve only been seeing it initially drop as low as $3,199 in past sales and its original launch deal, so you’re getting an additional $200 in savings for a total of $1,800 off the going rate at a new all-time low price. Along with the lower-than-ever cost, you’ll also be getting a free protective cover for the station ($160 value), which extends to any of its bundles, as well as any standard F3800 purchases, which start $1,100 over the exclusive refurbished deal we secured from Wellbots.

As previously mentioned, we’re seeing quite a few extra savings during Anker’s SOLIX Memorial Day Sale. To start, the Mother’s Day promotions are being extended here, with the protective cover (in some cases, two covers) for the F3800 and F3800 Plus units and bundles. Next, you’ll get a free camping chair ($60 value) along with any F2000, C1000, or C800 Plus purchases, or a Tritan water bottle ($16 value) with any of the C300 bundles. There’s also the extra cash savings, with orders over $3,000 getting 3% off, orders over $4,000 getting 5% off, and orders over $5,000 getting 7% off. Plus, there’s the 6% discount for military and service members that can be redeemed with an ID.me verification on the landing page here.

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A modular backup power solution that offers massive expansion capabilities, the Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus starts with a 3,840Wh LiFePO4 battery that can be invested in and built up over time with further investments, increasing its capacity as high as 26,900Wh with six expansion batteries. There are 15 ports here that dish out a steady output of up to 6,000W, which not only surges up to 9,000W for larger needs, but also expands up to 12,000W when two stations are paired together, regardless of them being the standard model or Plus model.

There are a few differences between the models that largely depend on what your needs are. To start, the F3800 Plus offers one additional way to recharge its battery, utilizing up to 6,000W of input from a gas generator. Its solar input has also been increased from the standard’s 2,400W to 3,200W, while also offering the same AC charging and more. One of the biggest decisions for these models lies on how you might be planning to keep your EVs and RVs going, with the standard F3800 sporting both a L14-30R and 14-50R output, while the F3800 Plus sports L14-30R and TT-30R ports.

Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus power station/solar generator deals:

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Anker SOLIX Standard F3800 power station/solar generator deals:

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You can view the entirety of Anker’s SOLIX Memorial Day Sale on the landing page here, and for folks looking to save a little bit more on the brand’s standard F3800, you can score an exclusive $980 in savings on a like-new refurbished model at $1,699.

Aventon Abound cargo e-bike

Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale takes up to $400 off e-bikes like the cargo-hauling Abound at $1,599

Aventon has launched its Memorial Day Savings event, which is not only taking up to $400 off its e-bike lineup but also running parallel alongside its latest release of the new Aventure 3 All-Terrain e-bike. Among the offers, we spotted the Abound Cargo e-bike down at $1,599 shipped. Normally going for $1,999 at full price in our post-tariff marketplace, it’s been consistently seen down at $1,799 since May of last year, with more recent sales taking the price down this low again. You’re getting $400 off the tag during this sale, or you could consider upgrading to its new-generation counterparts, the Abound SR smart e-bike or the Abound LR smart e-bike, with the difference between them being the latter’s seven-inch longer cargo space with a lockable onboard storage bag and 8-pound heavier chassis.

One of Aventon’s popular options since first releasing in 2023, the Abound e-bike provides ample cargo-hauling potential alongside versatile utility for commutes. It’s equipped with a 750W rear hub motor, peaking at 1,200W to cover inclines and pick-up when you’re bringing cargo along for the ride. There’s a 678.2Wh integrated battery too, with it powering the motor to reach 20 MPH top speeds for up to 50 miles of travel on a single charge with its four PAS levels activated (and supported by a torque sensor). Mileage will be lessened if you solely use its throttle for pure electric cruising.

It comes along with plenty of solid features too, including a front suspension fork, hydraulic brakes, integrated front and rear lights with turn signal functionality, fenders over both tires, the integrated rear cargo rack with a 143-pound payload, a Shimano 7-speed derailleur, a kickstand, a storage bag, and an LCD Smart “Easy Read” display.

Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale legacy e-bike deals:

Aventon’s newest e-bike models (no price cuts):

  • Soltera 2.5 Lightweight e-bike: $1,199
    • 20 MPH for up to 46 miles
  • Sinch 2.5 Compact Folding e-bike: $1,799
    • 20 MPH for up to 55 miles
  • Pace 4 Step-Through Cruiser e-bike: $1,799
    • 28 MPH for up to 70 miles
    • Startup password, remote locking, geofencing, electronic rear wheel lock, more
  • Abound SR Cargo e-bike: $1,899
    • 20 MPH for up to 60 miles
    • GPS tracking, remote locking, geofencing, passcode, keyless battery, alarm system, more
  • Level 3 Smart Step-Over Commuter e-bike: $1,899
    • 20 MPH for up to 70 miles
    • GPS tracking, auto-lock, unusual movement detection, alarm system, more
  • Level 3 Smart Step-Through Commuter e-bike: $1,899
    • 20 MPH for up to 70 miles
    • GPS tracking, auto-lock, unusual movement detection, alarm system, more
  • Abound LR Cargo e-bike: $1,999
    • 20 MPH for up to 60 miles
    • 6 inches longer, 8 pounds heavier, with lockable onboard storage over SR model
    • GPS tracking, remote locking, geofencing, passcode, keyless battery, alarm system, more
  • Aventure 3 All-Terrain Step-Over e-bike: $1,999
    • 28 MPH for up to 65 miles
    • GPS tracking, integrated rear wheel lock, ride tune, cross-model keyless battery, more
  • Aventure 3 All-Terrain Step-Through e-bike: $1,999
    • 28 MPH for up to 65 miles
    • GPS tracking, integrated rear wheel lock, ride tune, cross-model keyless battery, more
NIU KQi 200F electric scooter

Travel up to 34 miles on NIU’s latest KQi 200F electric scooter with regen brakes at a new $649 low

By way of its official Amazon storefront, NIU is offering the best price yet on its latest KQi 200F Electric Scooter for $649 shipped, with the price also matching direct from NIU’s website. Bringing the costs down from its usual $799 pricing, this is the first discount on this model coming through Amazon, with it having launched direct from the brand with a $100 discount last month. You’re looking at an even bigger deal here today, with $150 off the going rate at a new all-time low price.

An affordable model that also lets you go much further outside of your immediate neighborhood, the NIU KQi 200F electric scooter comes powered by a 365Wh battery and moved by the 350W motor (peaking to 700W to handle up to 20% inclines) that provide a 20 MPH top speed for up to 33.6 miles on a single charge. It has four riding modes (e-save, sport, custom, and pedestrian) giving you more versatile control over its speed and mileage, while the entire thing comes with an IPX5 construction to protect against splashes, light rain, and low-pressure water from any direction.

It comes along with some noteworthy stock features, like the dual braking system that is made up of a 75mm integrated drum brake at its front and a regenerative brake at the back, which recycles kinetic energy upon slowing/braking to extend riding distances. You’ll also be benefitting from the brand’s 14-protection BMS system, the dual-tube front suspension system, 10-inch tubeless pneumatic tires, a Halo headlight, an integrated taillight with brake lighting, swappable griptape on its deck, a mechanical bell, an LED screen for controls, a 265-pound riding payload, and wider handlebars that boast turn signals and folding capabilities (along with its usual folding design).

Jackery Explorer 100 Plus power station

Keep your devices going while out on adventures with Jackery’s Explorer 100 Plus power station at its $89 low

Popping into Jackery’s official Amazon storefront, you can pick up the brand’s popular Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station for $88.99 shipped. Normally fetching $149 at full price, we’ve been seeing these drops to the $89 low occurring more frequently in 2025, and its back again to give you another chance at grabbing one for your personal device charging needs. Picking it up here while this deal continues not only gives you $60 in savings at the best price we have tracked, but it also beats out Jackery’s direct site pricing by $40. Head below to learn more about this power station and its two discounted bundles.

The smallest and most personal of Jackery’s backup power solutions, the airline-approved, two-pound Explorer 100 Plus is a compact model with a 99Wh/31,000mAh LiFePO4 battery capacity for keeping your devices topped off at home or while out on adventures. Through its four port options (two USB-Cs and two USB-As), it delivers up to 128W of output power, rated for 2,000 charge cycles, which theoretically gives you 5.5 years of continuous use were you to charge and discharge it every day.

When it comes to recharging its own battery, you can get it back to 70% capacity in just an hour by plugging it into a standard wall outlet, with a full battery taking up to two hours. It comes with solar charging capabilities and maximum 100W input that puts it back to full in two hours, as well as the option to connect it to your car’s auxiliary port for recharging while driving. You can also bundle it with a fast charger for $139 or with a 40W solar panel for $169.

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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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California quietly kills e-bike voucher program, funnels funds into cars instead

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California quietly kills e-bike voucher program, funnels funds into cars instead

California’s ambitious statewide electric bicycle incentive program is officially dead – and it didn’t even get a funeral. After years of buildup, delays, and surging public interest, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has quietly ended the program, rolling the remaining $17 million of the original $30 million budget into its “Clean Cars 4 All” initiative without even making an official announcement.

The California E-Bike Incentive Project was originally hailed as a groundbreaking effort to make electric bikes affordable for low-income residents. Vouchers – not rebates – were designed to let buyers walk into a participating shop and ride out without covering the full price upfront. Base vouchers were worth $1,000, with up to $2,500 available for those purchasing cargo or adaptive e-bikes in priority communities. It was a model that other states were watching closely.

But from the outset, the program was plagued by setbacks. Years of delays meant the first vouchers weren’t distributed until late 2024, and even then, only after a chaotic launch that saw the website crash under the weight of tens of thousands of applicants vying for just 1,500 vouchers. A second launch attempt in April 2025 failed completely, locking out eligible users. While a final distribution round in May went more smoothly, an estimated 90% of eligible applicants were turned away due to limited supply.

To make matters worse, the program’s administrator, Pedal Ahead, came under fire for questionable practices in San Diego, further undermining confidence.

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Now, with no formal announcement or update on the program’s official website, CARB has quietly absorbed the funds into its Clean Cars 4 All program.

Electrek’s Take

This is an enormous letdown.

The California E-Bike Incentive Project had the potential to reshape car-heavy communities by giving low-income Californians access to clean, affordable micromobility. Instead, it was starved by mismanagement and then cannibalized to prop up car-centric policy.

It’s not that electric cars don’t deserve support, but this move reflects a broader failure of imagination. If we want a future with fewer cars, not just cleaner ones, then we need to start funding real alternatives. This was a huge missed opportunity to invest in a more livable California.

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Americans losing more choice due to tariffs as Kia EV4 is delayed indefinitely

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Americans losing more choice due to tariffs as Kia EV4 is delayed indefinitely

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The Kia EV4 will be “delayed until further notice” in the US, according to a Kia rep and reported by InsideEVs. Kia said the change is because “market conditions for EVs have changed.”

The EV4 was expected to be released in 2026 at a price in the ~$30k range, entering Kia’s model like alongside the existing EV3 as the smaller, more affordable electric models below the EV6 and EV9. The EV4 will have the style of a boxy sedan, while the EV3 is a small SUV.

The EV3 is already available in Korea, Europe and other territories, but has not made it to the US (and may not ever).

The EV4 is not on the roads yet, but its release is imminent. And it seemed likely to make its way to the US. We saw the concept EV4 at the LA Auto Show in 2023, and the model was officially unveiled in the US at the New York Auto Show this April.

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Bringing that car to a US auto show with an official reveal suggested that the US would get access to this smart, more affordable Kia. And Kia said that the car would hit US roads in early 2026, which would have been just a few months from now.

Kia abruptly “delays” EV4’s introduction to the US

But now, a Kia rep has confirmed that the car won’t come to America after all, at least until further notice. Kia gave a statement to InsideEVs, saying:

“Kia’s full range of vehicles offers meaningful value and inspiring performance to customers. However, as market conditions for EVs have changed, the release of the upcoming EV4 electric sedan will be delayed until further notice.” 

We reached out to Kia to confirm, and received the same statement back.

The reversal is a bit of a surprise, and we’re not sure why we’re hearing this today in particular. Heck, we wrote a story about the EV4 GT’s interior just a couple hours ago.

So, unfortunately it looks like Americans will have one less potential choice to get away from the land-yacht disease currently infecting our populace. For what it’s worth, the EV4 is still listed as “coming 2026” on Kia Canada’s website.

We’ve seen models get delayed suddenly before, and while Kia did not directly say that the model will never come to the US, the fate of other “delayed” EV models in the past does not give us significant hope. Usually, a “delay” like this ends up meaning that the car just won’t ever make it to US roads (see: VW ID.7, Gen 2 Kia Soul EV, Ram 1500 EV, and others).

While Kia did not state a specific reason for the reversal, it’s not hard to guess what some of the influences are.

Electrek’s Take – EV4 likely delayed due to US policy changes favoring higher costs, dirty air

Since the EV4’s April reveal, republicans have continued their all-out assault on clean air, as in July a republican Congress passed a $4 trillion giveaway to wealthy US elites which also inflated the price of EVs by $7,500. Regulatory changes focusing on raising your costs and making your air dirtier are in progress, trying to force more gasoline and pollution on Americans and restricting access to cleaner, better EVs.

In addition to these actions opposing clean air, republicans are raising your costs in other ways as well. Unwise tariffs on basically every country in the world, which have been haphazardly implemented (due to the ignorance of the person unconstitutionally implementing them) and seem to change day-by-day, have increased prices for Americans and made business more difficult.

These tariffs would apply to the EV4. While Kia just started EV4 production in Europe, the US model would have come from Kia’s Korean factories. The ignoramus squatting in the US Oval Office did just ink a trade deal with Korea today, but given the lack of follow-through on previous trade deals, we wouldn’t be surprised if the terms of that change.

The difficulty of doing business in America has been in focus especially for South Korean firms, after a high-profile ICE raid at a Hyundai plant in construction in Georgia, which saw South Korean businessmen with visas detained and resulted in delayed construction on the plant and a swift popular pushback against US products in Korea. Kia and Hyundai are partner companies with a complex corporate relationship, so it stands to reason that Kia’s business decisions would be intertwined with Hyundai’s.

Many companies have recently cited a claimed but not substantiated lack of EV demand in the US as reasons for delaying their EV ambitions. To be clear, EVs have seen a long string of consistent sales growth in the US, stretching back more than a decade (with only a few interruptions to that growth, the largest being the start of COVID).

In the meantime, gas car sales peaked globally in 2017, and will never again reach that level of sales. This fact has been consistently underreported by media, alongside false headlines claiming EV sales are falling.

However, despite the record EV sales quarter the US just went through, it’s expected that the next year or so will see drops in EV demand. This is because of the pull-forward in sales experienced due to tax credit expiration, which caused a sales rush in Q3. Although, as has happened in other countries that suddenly ended purchase incentives, we’d expect perhaps a year of depressed sales before they begin to rise again.

But this likely drop in demand is hitting right around the same time the EV4 was supposed to launch in the US, so it’s not unreasonable for Kia to look at a market in a temporary downswing, especially when considering all the other factors laid out above (and the country’s current hostility to foreign investment, specifically investment from Kia’s partner company Hyundai), and wonder why they’ve gotten cold feet right now of all times.

While Kia didn’t lay out these reasons above in its statement, it sure seems likely that each of them could have had an effect on this decision.

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US reshores entire solar supply chain – as Trump puts $31B at risk

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New data from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) shows that the US solar supply chain has been fully reshored, with manufacturing capacity growing across every part of the solar and storage sector.

A US solar system from start to finish

With Hemlock’s new ingot and wafer facility coming online in Q3 2025, the US can now produce every major solar component domestically, from polysilicon to modules. According to SEIA, 65 new or expanded solar and storage factories have come online this year, bringing $4.5 billion in private investment to US communities.

However, SEIA warns that more than 100 factories and $31 billion in the pipeline could be at risk if the Trump administration continues its attacks on solar energy.

Solar manufacturing is booming – for now

The SEIA Solar & Storage Supply Chain Dashboard reports major capacity growth across every segment since late 2024. As of October 2025, US module production capacity has surpassed 60 gigawatts (GW), a 37% increase from December 2024. Solar cell production has more than tripled, jumping from 1 GW to 3.2 GW.

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Battery cell manufacturing for stationary storage has climbed to over 21 gigawatt-hours (GWh), which SEIA says is enough to power the city of Houston from sunset to sunrise.

“This growth is a testament to the power of American innovation,” said Abigail Ross Hopper, SEIA’s president and CEO. “We’re building factories, hiring American workers, and showing that solar energy means made-in-America energy.”

Inverter manufacturing, which converts solar power into usable electricity, has jumped nearly 50% since the end of 2024, rising from 19 GW to 28 GW of capacity. Mounting system production is also up 14%, with 23 new factories added since 2024.

A pipeline under political threat

The US solar pipeline remains strong, with 23 GW of new module capacity, 34 GW of cell capacity, 25 GW of inverter capacity, and 95 GWh of battery cell capacity either under construction or announced. But SEIA says that Trump administration policies, regulations, and trade actions are creating uncertainty that could hurt progress.

“We’re seeing strong growth today, but that momentum isn’t guaranteed,” Hopper said. “If the administration continues down this path, they risk driving investment overseas, stifling job creation, raising costs on consumers, and handing America’s manufacturing advantage to our competitors.

“If the administration does not reverse its harmful actions that have undermined market certainty, energy costs will rise even further, and the next wave of factories and jobs could be at risk.”

Read more: The Trump administration just killed the US’s largest solar project

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