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Today’s Green Deals are being led by the first and second-ever deals on Rad Power’s latest RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bikes, which are getting free center cargo consoles along with your purchase of either model, starting from $1,799. We also spotted the Greenworks 60V 20-inch Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer dropping to a new $165 low, while the Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw has fallen to $109. There’s also a new low price on NutriChef’s 3L Electric Kitchen Composter for $171, as well as an alternative smart model. Lastly, we have Anker’s eufy SoloCam S220 Solar Security Camera back at its $65 low. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $580+ launch savings on the new Hiboy EX6F Folding e-bike, the exclusive $2,800 savings on the Mango Power E 3,500Wh CATL station, 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.

Get free center cargo consoles with orders of Rad Power’s new RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max e-bikes from $1,799

With the popularity of Rad Power Bikes’ new RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bikes driving the stock to sell out, the brand is now offering a backorder promotion through June 25. By ordering either the RadRunner Plus e-bike at $1,799 shipped and/or the RadRunner Max e-bike at $2,299 shipped within the timeframe, you’ll be getting a free center cargo console along with your purchase (Up to a $129 value) – just be sure to add both to your cart from the individual landing pages for the automatic discount to apply. It appears as though, while backordered, it won’t take all that long to arrive as the listing pages are labeled “Estimated by June 25th.” This is the first-ever deal we’ve seen offered on the Plus model, while the Max model got a five-day preorder deal for an extra battery back at the top of May. Head below to learn about these two advanced and versatile rides, or check out our original launch coverage here.

Rad Power’s RadRunner Plus is a passenger-ready utility e-bike that comes with a 750W rear hub motor paired to a 624Wh SafeShield battery in order to provide up to 55+ miles of support through the five pedal assistance levels, reaching top speeds of 20 MPH, and being compatible with the brand’s new Range Extender (along with the Max model). As you may notice, this model comes ready to offer rides, as the rear cargo rack features a passenger seat (and 120-pound payload), retractable foot pegs, and a protective wheel skirt. There are tons of great features on this model, like the passcode protections over the controls so only you can have access, as well as the front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-protected all-terrain tires, a color display with a USB port, and more.

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On the other side of the promotion is Rad Power’s RadRunner Max e-bike, which comes with even more advanced systems. To start, there’s the 750W rear hub motor and 672Wh semi-integrated battery pairing for 60+ miles of pedal-assisted travel (120+ with the range extender and an additional battery) and a 28 MPH top speed. Like the other models under the brand’s flag, there is a throttle for electric-only riding, though this significantly reduces travel ranges to 19+ miles. As I mentioned, this model comes with the most advanced smart features, including Apple Find My, Bluetooth proximity locking, a radar with a 100-meter range (328 feet), and more. You’ll also have a heightened riding experience from the Exsho suspension, hydraulic brakes, multi-surface puncture-resistant tires, rear cargo rack (120-pound payload), and others.

Running alongside this promotion through June 25 is Rad Power’s ongoing Father’s Day Sale offers, with up to $600 in discounts across five other e-bike models – all starting from the RadExpand 5 e-bike’s new $999 low.

Greenworks 60V 20-inch cordless pole hedge trimmer

Hit the perfect angles with Greenworks’ 60V 20-inch cordless pole hedge trimmer at a new $165 low

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 60V 20-inch Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer for $164.99 shipped and also matching in price directly from the brand’s website. This newer model hit the scene back in September 2024, carrying a $300 price tag, which we’ve only seen brought down to $230 a few times before and $225 last month. Today’s deal takes the price lower than ever, cutting $135 off the tag to land at a new all-time low price.

Sometimes, keeping your hedges and taller shrubbery pruned takes extra reach and this Greenworks 60V pole trimmer is ready to tackle the job. The included 2.0Ah battery provides it with a 45-minute runtime, while the 20-inch dual-action, laser-cut blades can handle branches up to 1.2 inches thick. The pole extends for 7.5 feet of additional reach for those hard-to-access areas, with the head able to pivot between seven different positions. Like all the other tools under the brand’s flag, this model starts up at the press of a button, tossing out pull-string annoyances along with the fumes and noise associated with gas motors.

Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch cordless mini chainsaw

Worx’s Nitro 20V 5-inch cordless mini chainsaw goes where larger models can’t reach at $109

Amazon is offering the Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw for $109 shipped. Normally, you’d pay $150 for this device at full price, but the 27% markdown we’re seeing is cutting $41 from that tag. While we’ve seen it go lower to $100 and the $99 low in the past – the latter last being seen during Black Friday and Christmas sales – you’re otherwise getting the third-lowest price we have tracked, coming in just $10 above the low.

The compact design of Worx’s Nitro mini chainsaw makes it an ideal tool for working in tight spaces, especially for pruning jobs in your garden or heavily populated areas of your lawn. The 5-inch bar and chain is kept lubricated by the automatic oiler and can make up to 160 cuts with the included 2.0Ah battery on a single charge, able to perform at a cutting speed of 33 feet per second. It starts up by squeezing the trigger, complete with a range of built-in safety features to maintain control and comfort.

NutriChef 3L electric kitchen composter

Get low-cost soil from food scraps with this compact NutriChef electric composter at a new $171 low

Amazon is offering the Nutrichef 3L Electric Kitchen Composter for $171.11 shipped. While it’s been carrying a $270 price tag at Amazon (and a $350 MSRP directly from the brand), we’ve been seeing a steady stream of falls that drop the price lower and lower since April, with the 37% markdown here today being the best we have tracked. This model comes in as a more budget-friendly alternative to higher-end competitors, like Govee’s smart electric composter, with the price here sitting $179 under its MSRP at a new all-time low.

A simpler and more budget-friendly means to turn food scraps into low-cost soil, NutriChef’s 3L electric kitchen composter will support your gardening efforts through its drying, crushing, and cooling functions. The compact design saves space and allows folks with smaller apartments to get in on the composting action – all without any worry over odors filling your space thanks to the filtration system. You’ll have simplified controls on its display, including the means to activate its self-cleaning mode, but doesn’t offer any remote smart controls like we’ve seen elsewhere.

If you would prefer having those smarter capabilities alongside the composting functionality, you’ll currently find Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300.99 shippedafter redeeming/using the on-page 30% off promo code, bringing it down from $430. You’ll be able to monitor and control its setting through the companion app, with options to go hands-free via voice commands by connecting it to your Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. It comes with two changeable filters to contain foul odors, as well as three different operating modes and tons of safety notifications for when anything goes wrong.

Anker eufy SoloCam S220 solar security camera

Anker’s solar-charging eufy SoloCam S220 only requires three hours of sun to keep running at its $65 low

By way of its official eufy Amazon storefront, Anker is offering a returning low price on its SoloCam S220 Solar Security Camera for $64.99 shipped while also matching in price directly from the brand’s website. It’s coming down off its $100 price tag, which we’ve been seeing more regularly drop to $70, with an uptick in falls to the $65 low over the last six months. That low price is back again today, giving you a $35 markdown off the going rate for another shot at the best price we have tracked.

Anker’s eufy SoloCam S220 tosses out the need for constant recharging by you thanks to the integrated solar panel that only requires “3 hours of sunlight daily to keep it running.” The brand promises a fast and easy installation by “drilling one hole, once,” with the entire thing also ready to stand against adverse weather with its IP67 waterproof and dustproof construction.

With everything installed and running, you’ll have 2K views of everything and anything that goes on in front of its lens, complete with infrared LEDs and an f/1.6 aperture for clearer night vision. As you would expect from a smart camera, this model has AI that can detect when people enter your yard, with there even being facial recognition available when connected to HomeBase 3. Another standout that’s always nice to have is the lack of any additional fees or costs to keep it running.

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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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Several European countries including Germany, Italy, Greece, the Netherlands and France have announced new LNG projects or the expansion to existing ones in response to shutdown of Russian gas pipelines.

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So I’m sure you would have all seen U.S. President Donald Trump this week urged the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and China to stop them buying cheap Russian oil.

A move that the U.S. administration said it would also match in an approach designed to ratchet up pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to talk seriously about peace in Ukraine.

This makes sense in many ways, as we all know – stop the flow of oil money, increase economic problems for Putin and force him to the peace table.

So far, so good…. and yet the accusations of double standards soon started flying out of New Delhi and elsewhere, and it’s fair to say India and other buyers of Russian commodities have a fair point.

Part of the problem is having the adequate supply of infrastructure to bring other kinds of energy sources into Europe, according to Italgas CEO Paolo Gallo.

And Italy is a “clear example [of] how we were able to significantly, massively reduce the importation of Russia, of Russian gas. But that is thanks to our speed to Eni, but thanks to our infrastructure. If we didn’t have the infrastructure, we couldn’t have switched from Russia to other source of LNG,” Gallo told me on Thursday.

Italy’s been going strong at building out its LNG infrastructure to reduce its dependency on Russian gas. Now, a big part in that effort’s come from energy firm Eni, in which the Italian government has a major share.

Let me remind you that Europe still imports vast quantities of Russian commodities, including liquified natural gas. In fact, Europe is still the biggest buyer of Russian LNG on the world market.

Yes, three years into the war and Europe is still buying 51% of Russian LNG!

Pres. Trump says U.S. and India continue to negotiate trade deal

And before we start pointing the finger at the usual recalcitrant EU suspects, let us remember that it’s not Slovakia or Hungary who are the biggest single country importers. No, this falls squarely on the shoulders of countries like France, Spain and Netherlands.

Astounded, confused disappointed? Well wait for this bit.

Despite promising to cut out all Russian LNG from the EU by the end of 2027, in the first six months of 2025 Europe grew — yes, grew — it’s hiked Russian LNG imports from 3.47 billion euros ($4 billion) to 4.48 billion euros’ worth.

As for the bloc’s bilateral trade with Russia? It was hitting 67.5 billion euros last year. You had imports from the region at 35.9 billion euros, properly dominated by fuel and mining products, and then you had EU exports to Russia not that far behind at 31.5 billion euros in 2024.

Double standards, hypocrisy, economic reality? I’ll let you make up your mind.

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US EV sales smash records in August as Tesla loses ground

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US EV sales set yet another record in August, with 146,332 EVs sold, according to the latest numbers from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book.

That gave EV sales in August a 9.9% share of total new car sales, up from 9.1% in July and the highest yet. With the federal EV tax credit set to expire on September 30, analysts say Q3 2025 is shaping up to be the strongest quarter for EV sales in US history. The current record holder is Q4 2024, when 365,824 EVs were sold.

Prices ticked higher, too. The average transaction price (ATP) for an EV in August was $57,245, 3.1% more than July’s revised lower ATP of $55,562. Year-over-year, though, EV prices were basically flat, down just 0.1%. The wave of EV sales also helped push up the overall market’s ATP.

Incentives, while not as high as July’s record, remained hefty. EV buyers received discounts averaging over $9,000 in August, equal to 16% of ATP. That’s more than double the incentive rate in the overall auto market and up from 13.6% a year ago.

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Tesla, still the US EV sales leader by far, is under pressure. Its ATP rose 2.9% in August to $54,468, which was still down 5.5% year-over-year. Tesla sales dropped 6.7% year-over-year, and the company’s share of the US EV market slid to 38% – its lowest point ever.

Stephanie Valdez Streaty, senior analyst at Cox Automotive, said, “The one constant in the automotive business is that fresh product sells well. While Tesla’s Model Y update has slowed the company’s sales decline, it’s not getting easier for the EV pioneer because the market is now flooded with all-new, fresh EVs from mainstream competitors – consumers have more choice than ever. The current surge in EV sales is being driven by product innovation, motivated dealers, and an urgency ahead of the IRA tax credit phase-out.”

Read more: Tesla leads price cuts as US EV sales post 2nd-best month ever


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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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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.

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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 shippedafter 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.

man prepping food in pot on burner being powered by EGO Power+ Nexus portable power station

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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