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Leading today’s Green Deals is Rad Power’s Father’s Day Sale, which is taking up to $600 off e-bikes, like the Dad-approved RadRover 6 Plus Step-Thru Fat Tire e-bike for $1,399. EcoFlow has also launched 72-hour flash savings from its June Disaster Sale on three add-on units, like the Home Backup Kit, which is getting a rare discount to $349, along with two expansion battery bundle offers. We also have two lawn care solution deals that offer 2-in-1 functionality, with the Greenworks 24V 10-inch Cordless Pole Saw and Pole Hedge Trimmer Combo at its $200 low, while the Worx GT3.0 20V String Trimmer/Edger comes with two batteries for $94. Lastly, to help with your summer home prep, there’s Camplux’s 18W Tankless Electric Water Heater at $260, as well as alternate-sized models. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new low prices on the Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L electric cooler bundles, 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.

Cruise for adventure on Rad Power’s RadRover 6 Plus e-bike at $1,399 ($200 off) in Father’s Day Sale

Rad Power has launched its Father’s Day Sale running through June 25 with up to $600 currently being taken off e-bike price tags. We’re seeing several notable returning models that haven’t been featured in these sales for a while, like the popular RadRover 6 Plus Step-Thru Fat Tire e-bike that is down at $1,399 shipped. You’d normally be paying $1,599 at full price for this model, with the $200 price cut here only having been beaten out by its $1,299 pricing from September 2024, and the $1,199 low we briefly saw at the top of 2025. You’re otherwise looking at the best rate we’ve tracked in the new year, which gives you a solid multi-terrain commuter, which I have loved riding every time I visit my parents.

The RadRover 6 Plus e-bike is a great option for Dads everywhere, with my own having been loving his since picking it up at the top of 2024 (though it is the discontinued high-step model), mostly as his alternative way to get around when going camping (especially with him having gone all-out with the add-on accessories). It comes equipped with a 750W brushless geared hub motor powered by the semi-integrated 672Wh battery, which supports you with five PAS levels for up to 45+ miles at 20 MPH top speeds. Of course, if you’re looking at shorter commutes or don’t want to manually pedal, there’s always the throttle for electric cruises, but remember that this will lower its travel range.

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It’s a well-balanced ride for those who enjoy on-street and off-road journeys alike, with the fat Kenda Juggernaut puncture-resistant tires able to stand against the swampy terrain of Virginia during my visits with no problem – plus, the electrical system is protected with 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.

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EcoFlow drops prices on its Home Backup Kit and expansion battery bundles in 72-hour flash sale from $349

We’re in the final days of EcoFlow’s June Disaster Sale that will be continuing to take up to 55% off power stations through June 8, and the brand is offering a 72-hour flash sale on three add-on units. Things start with the Home Backup Kit for $349 shipped, bringing costs down from its full $399 price tag. This handy add-on tends to not see many discounts, often accompanying power stations in discounted bundles instead. We’re seeing a $50 markdown while this sale lasts, dropping it back to the lowest price we have tracked.

For folks who want to take the next step above just having a power station, with the Home Backup Switch installed, you’ll be able to have the plug-and-play option for home backup. When the grid goes down, this device allows you to cover up to 6 of your home’s breakers to receive power from the station, like your fridge, outlets in main living areas, and more. It comes pre-wired in a metal cabinet casing, but will require a qualified electrician to install.

Our next two offers give you varying expansion batteries for two power stations that work great alongside the above backup switch, with the first being two DELTA Pro 3 Smart Extra Batteries for $3,999 shipped. The brand doesn’t normally offer two of these, except as bundles for the station, with the discounts we have been seeing before today normally costing you $4,398 to pick up both separately. Adding these to your setup increases the DELTA 3 Pro’s capacity by 8,192Wh. You can also pick up two DELTA Pro Ultra Smart Extra Batteries for $4,599 shipped, bringing costs down from their $6,198 tag and coming in $200 under the sale’s initial discounted pricing. With these added to your setup, you’ll gain an additional 12.2kWh added to the DELTA Pro Ultra’s capacity, bumping it closer to its max 90kWh capacity.

Be sure to check out the full lineup of deals we’re seeing while EcoFlow’s June Disaster Sale continues through June 8, especially with us officially having stepped into the beginning of hurricane season.

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Get a 2-in-1 solution with Greenworks’ 24V 10-inch cordless pole saw and 20-inch pole trimmer combo back at $200 low

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 24V 10-inch Cordless Pole Saw and Pole Hedge Trimmer Combo at $199.99 shipped. Normally priced at $300, discounts before 2025 rolled around took the cost down to $212 at most. However, there has been an increase in savings in the new year, with the price dropping further to the $200 mark, which we’ve seen twice before. That all-time low price is coming back around for a third time today, giving you $100 in savings and equipping you with a handy 2-in-1 pruning/trimming solution.

As a former groundskeeper, summer is a more active time for pruning and trimming branches/shrubbery, and this 2-in-1 combo package from Greenworks is ready to help you tackle it with plenty of reach. The pole saw attachment gives you a 10-inch bar and chain to shorten over-reaching and/or broken branches, with an automatic oiler keeping everything running smoothly. You’ll also be getting the 20-inch pole hedge trimmer attachment too, which sports a pivoting head that has seven varying angles it can set to for an easier time hitting every side of your shrubs and hedges. The kit is rounded out with an included 4.0Ah battery that can be swapped out with any other 24V models for longer jobs.

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Get flexible 2-in-1 functionality with Worx’s GT3.0 20V 12-inch cordless trimmer/edger with two batteries at $94

Amazon is offering the Worx GT3.0 20V 12-inch Cordless PowerShare String Trimmer/Edger with two batteries for $93.98 shipped. Normally running you $136 at full price, discounts over the last year have mostly been taking the cost on this package to $99, though we’ve seen it dip a little lower a few times, today included. You’re looking at a 31% markdown off the going rate here, saving you $42 at the best price we have spotted in 2025, giving you a legacy model that still gets the job done at a much lower price than many counterparts from other brands.

You’re getting a budget-friendly 2-in-1 lawn care solution with Worx’s GT3.0 string trimmer/edger, which the brand claimed at the time of release to be the “most flexible, customizable string trimmer you’ll ever own.” It has a 12-inch cutting swath and comes with a 90-degree pivoting cutting head for jobs on sloped or hard-to-reach areas around the yard, as well as a telescopic shaft and adjustable D-handle to provide comfortable options for different users’ sizes.

It weighs only 5.3 pounds with the battery connected, making it easy for anyone to use, and the cordless design means you don’t have to worry about getting wrapped up in any power cables. As part of Worx’s PowerShare family, the two included batteries are interchangeable with any other tools in the ecosystem that you may have, or you can use other batteries here.

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Update your lake house shower with Camplux’s 18kW tankless electric water heater at $260

Coming at us by way of its official Amazon storefront, Camplux is offering discounts across its line of tankless electric water heaters, with shower times kept plenty steamy through the 18W Tankless Electric Water Heater at $259.98 shipped. This newer generation model dropped down from its original $350 price tag back at the top of 2025 to the $240 low, and has been steadily increasing in price since, with things plateauing recently around $290. While it’s not the lowest we’ve seen, it is a solid opportunity for anyone who missed out on the lower rates we saw earlier in the year, letting you get your home or lake house prepped for the seasonal visits. You’ll be able to add it to your home with $30 off the new going rate at the third-lowest price we have tracked – just $20 from the low.

Nothing beats a nice hot shower, regardless of the month (in my opinion), and it’s that time of the year when folks are noticing places around their homes or vacation houses that need some updating. Camplux’s 18kW unit not only ensures things stay steamy, but its compact form factor ensures far less space is taken up compared to traditional water heaters. You’ll also find various alternate sizes ranging from 8kW to 27kW on the same landing page, depending on your needs.

Once installed, according to Camplux, you won’t have to “wait more than 3 seconds to get plenty of hot water,” with the fast-heating low-consumption heating rods boasting “efficiency up to 99.8% and saving 60% water heating costs for your home.” There are plenty of safety protections built right in, like against overheating, anti-dry heating, water-electricity separation, and more. Do keep in mind though that it requires a minimum 0.66GPM water flow to activate, as well as two double-pole 40A breakers, a wire gauge of 2 x 8 AWG, and a 3/4-inch NPT connection.

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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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Anker SOLIX Fan Fest Sale takes up to 63% off power stations, Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bikes with free $217 bundle $1,599, Bluetti, more

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Anker SOLIX Fan Fest Sale takes up to 63% off power stations, Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bikes with free 7 bundle ,599, Bluetti, more

Leading today’s march of Green Deals is Anker’s SOLIX Fan Fest Sale that has increased savings on power stations from Labor Day up to 63%, with offers like the new SOLIX F3000 Portable Power Station starting at $1,649, among others. We also have Tenways’ End of Season Sale that is offering an increased $217 in FREE gear on its CGO600 Pro Lightweight Commuter e-bikes at $1,599, as well as the first discount hitting Bluetti’s new Elite 30 V2 Power Station bundled with a carrying case for $259. From there, EGO has given folks a return low price on an advanced pole saw alongside its Nexus power station, with three one-day only deals from Greenworks and Worx, and more waiting for you below. Plus, there are all the hangover deals collected at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EcoFlow Home Backup/Hurricane Preparedness Sale, the $799 promotion on Vanpower’s City Vanture Urban Commuter e-bike, 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.

Anker’s SOLIX Fan Fest Sale increases savings on power stations as high as 63% with deals starting from $120

Anker has launched its SOLIX Fan Fest Sale running through September 21, with up to 63% discounts on its massive power station and accessory lineup – which is an increase from the brand’s Labor Day event. Alongside the low prices we spotted on the EverFrost 2 electric coolers, as well as the launch deals on the new C1000 Gen 2 station, we also noticed the brand’s other recent release, the SOLIX F3000 Portable Power Station dropping to $1,649 shipped during this sale, which sits $1 under Amazon’s pricing. It fetches $2,599 at full price, with discounts having mostly gone as low as $1,699, unless the sales offered bonus savings that saw the cost drop to $1,614 or the one-time $1,599 rate we saw during Prime Day. The deal here is the third-best we have tracked, saving you $950 off the going rate and bringing you one of the latest, upgraded backup power solutions from the Anker flag.

Unlike the new C1000 Gen 2 station, which is a more compact backup option, Anker’s SOLIX F3000 power station brings a whole lot more punch to its game, as it starts with a 3,072Wh LiFePO4 battery capacity that can expand up to 24kWh with investments into the compatible expansion batteries (bundles available below). There are 11 output ports to connect devices/appliances (including a TT-30R AC port for RV backup), which will receive up to 3,600W of power that can be doubled to 7,200W when two stations are connected together.

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One of the SOLIX F3000 power station’s notable upgraded features is the addition of passthrough charging, which it can receive from a generator for up to 3,600W of input, bringing extra versatility to emergency power failures. You’ll also have to options to plug into a standard AC outlet or even charge from an EV. There’s also the max 2,400W solar input that can have it fully recharged in under two hours with optimal sunlight.

***Note: Some of these power stations – particularly the F3800 models, which also get free protective covers – have automatic 5% extra savings that will be added in your cart. Those differences have not been factored in to bracket prices.

Anker’s Fan Fest F3000 deals:

If you want to browse the entirety of Anker’s SOLIX Fan Fest Sale, which includes the above SOLIX F3000 power station discounts, be sure to check out our original and curated coverage of those deals here.

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Tenways End of Season Sale drops 37-pound CGO600 Pro e-bikes to $1,599 with $217 in FREE gear ($2,116 value)

Tenways is continuing most of its Labor Day savings within its newly launched End of Season Sale, which is taking up to $500 off select e-bikes, while also offering an additional $200 discount when buying two. Among the lineup, Tenways’ popular CGO600 Pro Lightweight Commuter e-bikes (both the chain-drive and belt-drive variants) are dropping back down to $1,599 shipped, while also coming with $118 in free gear and a complimentary gift box (a $99 value). Coming down off its $1,899 full tag price, things have been taken lower in the past, though since March we’ve been seeing tariff hikes keep the price up at $1,599, with occasional falls lower to $1,499. You’re still getting a solid $517 savings package with this deal, not to mention the additional savings you can get buying two together and/or verifying your status as a medical provider, first responder, teacher, or military member (giving you an extra $150 off).

If you want to learn more about this lightweight commuter, or browse the other e-bike deals, be sure to check out our original coverage of this sale here.

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Bluetti’s new Elite 30 V2 power station bundled with a carrying case gets first discount to $259, more from $219

Through its official Amazon storefront, Bluetti is offering the first chance at savings on its new Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station bundled with a carrying bag at $259 shipped, after clipping the on-page $140 off coupon, which is unavailable directly from the brand’s website and has no option to buy the bag separately. This bundle package just hit Amazon five days ago, carrying a $399 price tag, with today’s deal being a first-ever chance to save on it. All-in-all, you’re getting $140 in total savings that sets the bar for future discounts down the road.

If you want to learn more about this station’s capabilities, as well as browse the other bundles, be sure to check out our original coverage of these deals here.

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Grab EGO’s carbon fiber telescopic pole saw with an LED guide light and 2.5Ah battery at its $299 low

Amazon is offering the EGO Power+ 56V 10-inch Cordless Carbon Fiber Telescopic LED Cut Line Indicator Pole Saw with 2.5Ah battery at $299 shipped. It’s been recently fetching around $389 at full price, with the discounts we’ve seen this year having dropped the costs to this same low rate twice before. It’s coming back around for a $90 markdown, letting you expand your outdoor arsenal at the best price we have tracked.

If you want to learn more about this pole saw, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here.

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EGO’s modular Nexus power station with two 7.5Ah batteries can also refuel your arsenal at $899

At Amazon, you can currently find the EGO Power+ Nexus Portable Power Station with two 7.5Ah batteries at $899 shipped. This bundled package usually runs for $1,099 without discounts, which we’ve mostly seen keeping down near $999 with discounts. While these drops to $899 are usually rare sightings, the price has been holding out strong since mid-August, with no telling how much longer it may last. Aside from the $838 low we saw once back during Black Friday, you’re otherwise looking at the best tracked price, which saves you $200 off the going rate. If you already have a collection of EGO ARC batteries, you can pick the station up on its own for $593.

If you want to learn more about this power station’s capabilities, be sure to check out our original coverage of this deal here.

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Greenworks’ framed 1,900 PSI electric pressure washer back at $120 while the 12-inch cleaner attachment is at $23 (Today only)

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Greenworks 1,900 PSI Electric Framed Pressure Washer at $119.99 shipped (currently unavailable on Amazon and beating the brand’s direct website by $30), which is running parallel to the one-day-only discount we’re also seeing on the brand’s 12-inch Surface Cleaner Attachment at $22.99 shipped. That pressure washer would normally run you $200 at full price, with discounts mostly taking it to this rate or higher, more often as a one-day-only deal, which has only been beaten out by a one-time discount to $118. For the rest of the day, you can pick one up at $80 off to tackle your outdoor cleaning needs at the next-best price we have tracked – landing just $2 above the all-time low.

If you want to learn more about the pressure washer or cleaner attachment, be sure to check out our original coverage of these one-day-only deals here.

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Gain more portable workspace with Worx’s Pegasus 2-in-1 folding table & sawhorse at $95 (Today only)

As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Worx Pegasus 2-in-1 Folding Work Table & Sawhorse at $94.99 shipped, which beats out Amazon’s pricing by $42. It usually fetches $140 to $150 at full price across various marketplaces, with discounts over the last year having mostly kept costs above $110, though we have spied some short-term falls as low as $90. For the rest of the day, you can pick it up here with a $55 markdown that lands it at the second-best price of the last 12 months – just $5 above the low we last saw in January.

If you want to learn more about this work table/sawhorse, be sure to check out our original coverage of this one-day-only deal 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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The massive new Hyundai EV plant outside of Savannah, Georgia, was raided by ICE last week. Federal agents took hundreds of people into custody at the site, including executives from LG Energy Solution, Hyundai’s battery partner and co-owner of the plant.

Update 09/10/2025: A charter plane was shown taking off from the Incheon International Airport in South Korea on Wednesday, headed for the US.

According to reports (via The Associated Press), the plane landed in Atlanta, but cannot depart the US just yet due to unknown reasons on the US side.

The detainees are currently being held at an immigration detention center in Georgia. They are expected to be released and transferred to the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where the charter plane is waiting to bring them home.

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The battery plant site that was raided is one of over 20 that South Korean companies are currently building in the US.

As the largest workplace raid by the US Homeland Security, the event is quickly spreading backlash among South Koreans.

Charles Kuck, an immigration attorney from Atlanta who represents several of the detained citizens, told The Associated Press that no other company in the US makes the machines used at Hyundai’s plant. So, they had to come from overseas to install or repair equipment at the plant. He added that many were doing so under various visa programs legally.

Why was the Hyundai EV plant raided by ICE?

After celebrating the grand opening of its new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia earlier this year, the Korean automaker said it’s “building the future of mobility with America, in America.”

On September 4, a construction site for a new battery plant was raided by US immigration authorities. Up to 475 people were arrested as part of an investigation into undocumented individuals. It was the US Department of Homeland Security’s largest single-site enforcement operation to date.

The South Korean Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Friday, September 5 (via Yonhap News), claiming that the individuals were mistreated.

“The economic activities of our companies investing in the US and the rights and interests of our nationals must not be unfairly violated,” South Korean ministry spokesperson Lee Jae-woong said.

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Hyundai IONIQ 9 models, which are built at HMGMA EV plant in Georgia (Source: Hyundai)

The ministry’s spokesperson added that “We conveyed our concern and regret through the US Embassy in Seoul today.” Korea sent officials to Washington and to the Hyundai plant to establish an on-site task force to deal with the matter.

Update 09/08/25: South Korea reached a “broad agreement” on September 7 to release the roughly 300 Korean citizens detained in the US.

A foreign ministry official confirmed on Monday (via Yonhap News) that “We have agreed on a plan to bring all our citizens back home safely via a chartered flight.” The official added that the citizens will head home voluntarily rather than facing deportation.

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The Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (Source: Hyundai)

Backlash is erupting in Korea after video footage circulated on social media showing the detained workers shackled before being loaded onto buses and DEA agents armed with guns outside the facility.

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is in talks with Washington to discuss ways to prevent similar incidents from happening again, including increasing the visa quota for South Korean workers.

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Hyundai Motor America CEO Jose Muñoz with Georgia Governor Brian P Kemp at Hyundai Day (Source: Hyundai)

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump still believes the US and South Korea have “a great relationship.” Trump told reporters after a visit to the US Open tennis final on September 8 that “we have a great relationship with South Korea, really good relationship.”

Trump later posted on Truth Social that the US will “make it quickly and legally possible” to bring foreign battery experts to the US, adding, “What we ask in return is that you hire and train American Workers.”

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Hyundai IONIQ 9 built at HMGMA (Source: Hyundai)

Hyundai’s site in Georgia spans nearly 3,000 acres total and includes an assembly facility, two battery plants, a weld shop, and several others for training, logistics, and more.

As the largest economic project in Georgia, the plant, including Hyundai’s suppliers, is expected to create nearly 40,000 jobs while drawing $12.6 billion into the state.

Hyundai currently builds the new 2025 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9, its first three-row electric SUV, at the Georgia facility.

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 at a Tesla Supercharger (Source: Hyundai)

The ICE raid came just days after US President Trump hosted South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the White House. It’s part of the administration’s aggressive crackdown on immigration. Lee has committed to investing another $150 billion in the US, including a new EV battery plant, as it seeks to ease trade tensions.

Check back soon for the latest information, as this is still an ongoing story. We’ll keep you updated with the latest.

Source: The New York Times, Yonhap News


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Joby Aviation and Uber to add Blade flights to Uber App, paving way for electric air taxis

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Less than two weeks after completing its acquisition of aerial mobility business Blade, eVTOL air taxi developer Joby Aviation has expanded an ongoing partnership with Uber, Inc. to bring those flights to the popular rideshare app.

Regarding eVTOL development news, Joby Aviation ($JOBY) is a regular on the Electrek homepage. Joby is one of dozens of aerial mobility developers seeking certification to begin commercial air taxi operations worldwide with passengers on board.

However, Joby only began eVTOL test flights in the US with a pilot on board two years ago, followed by test flights in Japan in front of long-standing partner Toyota last November, and most recently, piloted flights in the United Arab Emirates this past June.

On Sunday, November 12, 2023, Joby Aviation’s bespoke eVTOL took off from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport and performed an exhibition flight across New York City ahead of plans for full commercial air taxi operations led by Joby in 2025.

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That has yet to happen, but it moved closer than ever to reality last month, when Joby successfully acquired Blade, an established network of terminals and existing customers in markets like New York and Southern Europe.

Blade will continue its aerial and heliport operations as a subsidiary of Joby. However, the eVTOL developer is immediately implementing those air taxi services into the Uber App through a global partnership with the rideshare behemoth.

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Joby’s flagship eVTOL in New York City / Source: Joby Aviation

Joby to expedite eVTOL air taxi rides with Blade and Uber

Per Joby Aviation, it is expanding its global partnership with Uber Technologies to integrate the recently acquired Blade passenger business into the Uber App as early as next year. Joby and Uber have been working together since 2019, and in 2021, the former even acquired Uber’s Elevate division, which was focused on developing on-demand urban air transportation and eVTOL air taxi systems.

The eVTOL developer explained that the growing partnership with Uber “lays the foundation” for introducing its zero-emissions air taxis in key markets. Joby founder CEO JoeBen Bevirt elaborated:

We’re excited to introduce Uber customers to the magic of seamless urban air travel. Integrating Blade into the Uber app is the natural next step in our global partnership with Uber and will lay the foundation for the introduction of our quiet, zero-emissions aircraft in the years ahead. Together with Uber’s global platform and Blade’s proven network, we’re setting the stage for a new era of air travel worldwide.

Joby’s new air travel business from Blade flew over 50,000 passengers in 2024, operating from heliports in Manhattan to JFK airport and Newark Airport, or the Hamptons. In Europe, Blade offers flights from Nice to Monaco and Cannes and operations in St. Tropez and the French Riviera.

Through the acquisition, Joby intends to utilize Blade’s existing infrastructure and experience to accelerate its own launch of electric air taxi services. Currently, those planned markets include Dubai, New York, Los Angeles, the United Kingdom, and Japan.

Following its latest deal, Joby’s pending air taxi flights will be accessible through the Uber app. Uber president and COO Andrew Macdonald also spoke:

Since Uber’s earliest days, we’ve believed in the power of advanced air mobility to deliver safe, quiet, and sustainable transportation to cities around the world. By harnessing the scale of the Uber platform and partnering with Joby, the industry leader in advanced air mobility, we’re excited to bring our customers the next generation of travel.

So next year, you may be able to open the Uber app, order a robotaxi to a Manhattan heliport, then take an eVTOL air taxi to the airport for your flight. That’s pretty cool.


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