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We’re starting this week’s Green Deals off strong, as today’s edition is headlined by EcoFlow’s newly launched early Prime Day Sale with 60% discounts, bonus savings, free gear, subsidies, and more. Among the lineup, we spotted the DELTA 2 Solar Generator bundle with a smart extra battery and two 110W panels at a new $997 low. Right behind it is Lectric’s 4th of July Sale, which is taking up to $703 off its e-bike bundles, including continued savings on the new XP4 e-bikes that start from $999 with up to $356 in free gear. We also have a spotlight on Rad Power’s RadCity 5 Plus Commuter e-bike in its gorgeous burgundy red colorway at $1,499 through June 25. Lastly, we have two electric lawn care solutions at their best rates to date, with the Worx 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw at $84, while the Greenworks 82V Commercial 760 CFM Cordless Axial Leaf Blower comes with two Bluetooth 4.0Ah batteries and a dual-port rapid charger for $300. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals from last week in the links at the bottom of the page, collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup.

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.

While we’ve yet to enter July, EcoFlow has launched its early Prime Day Sale running through July 7, taking up to 60% off in initial discounts while also offering bonus savings, free gear giveaways, member-only benefits, and even subsidies on a selection of bundles. Among the great offers we’re seeing, you can more affordably equip your travels and home life with backup support through the DELTA 2 Solar Generator bundle with a smart extra battery and two 110W panels for $996.55 shipped, after using the sitewide code EFPDAFF5 at checkout for an additional 5% off. This package would normally cost you $2,596 at full price, with it not featured in sales as much as the smaller bundles of either the expansion battery or the solar panels, though we did last see it drop to $999 during the brand’s Mega Sale in April. It’s coming in $2 lower than before for a total 62% markdown that cuts $1,599 off the tag, making it the best price we have tracked and one that is exclusive to the brand’s direct sales.

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale features plenty of additional savings that are worth going over here. First, there’s the sitewide 5% extra savings you’ll get on orders using the code EFPDAFF5 at checkout, which can be increased to 7% extra savings on orders over $4,000 using the code EFPDAFF7 at checkout. Members have a few select pricing deals (sign up is free), while also getting 2x EcoCredits on the select website-only deals and the option to redeem EcoCredits for up to another 5% off orders at checkout. From there, you’ll also be getting a free RAPID 5,000mAh power bank with orders of $500 or more, which you can choose to swap for a free 250W solar panel when your order total reaches $2,500. Lastly, some select bundles require installation, but the brand is offering up to $500 subsidies for these, which you’ll find curated into a separate section below.

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This EcoFlow DELTA 2 solar generator bundle makes a solid low-budget option to equip your out-of-home trips and home emergencies with reliable backup power support. With the smart extra battery, the usual 1,024Wh LiFePO4 capacity is doubled to 2,048Wh here, which can go further up to 3,072Wh with an additional battery. This setup provides 1,800W of steady output power through the 15 port options, surging as high as 2,200W when you have appliances with larger needs. You’ll get the usual lineup of remote smart controls – plus, the station has been given an IP68 waterproof construction considering it’ll likely accompany you into nature.

There’s also the brand’s fast-charging tech here to get the battery back to 80% in just 50 minutes through a wall outlet, or you can reach a full battery in 80 minutes. There’s a 500W max solar input, which would put the battery to full in three to six hours, so the combination here would take a bit longer. You can also recharge it via the DC port or the car port.

***Note: the prices below have not had the additional sitewide savings factored in (and don’t forget it’s going off order total), so be sure to use the code EFPDAFF5 on orders up to $3,999 and the code EFPDAFF7 on orders over $4,000 for the maximum savings!

EcoFlow’s website early Prime Day Sale deals (2x EcoCredits):

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale member-priced deals:

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale installation subsidy deals:

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale best home backup deals:

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale adventurous power deals:

EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale solar panel deals:

EcoFlow’s other early Prime Day Sale add-on accessory deals:

You can check out the full lineup of deals from EcoFlow’s early Prime Day Sale on the landing page here.

Lectric XP4 e-bike

Celebrate America’s birthday with Lectric’s new XP4 e-bikes and up to $356 in free gear from $999 in 4th of July Sale

Lectric has launched its 4th of July Sale that will run through July 7, offering up to $703 in savings on the brand’s e-bike bundles. It’s a great time to ring in the celebrations of America’s birthday with the latest generation of the country’s favorite e-bike, which has the standard XP4 e-bikes coming with $79 in free gear at $999 shipped, while the XP4 750 Long-Range e-bikes are getting $356 in free gear at $1,299 shipped. You’d normally have to shell out $1,078 and $1,655 for these packages at full price, which has been the continued deal since launching two weeks ago. The free gear on the standard models is the brand’s new LevelUp rack, which expands the cargo rack’s size, while the long-range models are getting that on top of a wider comfort saddle, a suspension seat post, an Elite headlight, and an accordion-style bike lock. Head below to learn more about these new models and to check out all the other deals from this sale.

Coming in a wider array of colorways than many of Lectric’s other models, Lectric’s XP4 e-bikes have a number of upgrades from its predecessors, with the standard XP4 e-bikes equipped with a 500W brushless gear hub motor (that peaks at 1,092W) while the XP4 750 e-bikes sport larger 750W motors (that peak at 1,310W) – both of which utilize Stealth M24 tech for quieter performance. You’ll be able to max out at 28 MPH speeds in states that permit such, otherwise you’ll be able to top out at 20 MPH. The standard models sport a 10.4Ah battery for up to 50-mile travel ranges when PAS is activated, while the 750 long-range models boast a 17.5Ah battery for up to 85-mile journeys.

Among the biggest changeups in these e-bikes’ designs, standouts include the new redesigned frames that have a zero-degree stem, as well as the detachable TFT display and the repositioned non-drive side key location and charging port (plus, keyless riding options). There’s plenty more to love here, like the integrated taillight with brake lighting and turn signal functionality, the puncture-resistant mixed-terrain tires, hydraulic brakes, the 8-speed Shimano Altus derailleur, and much more. You can get a full rundown on what to expect in our original launch coverage here.

Lectric’s new XP4 e-bikes with up to $356 bundles:

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

XPedition 2.0 offers with up to $703 bundles:

XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bike offers with $414 bundles:

XP Electric Trike with $405 bundle

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 radcity 5 plus commuter e-bike

Rad Power’s stunning red burgundy RadCity 5 Plus commuter e-bike carries you up to 50+ miles at $1,499

As part of Rad Power’s ongoing Father’s Day Sale that will continue through June 25, and also running parallel to the new RadRunner Plus and Max free gear promotions, we wanted to shine a spotlight on the brand’s RadCity 5 Plus Commuter e-bike that is down at $1,499 shipped. Normally priced at $1,699 outside of sales, we haven’t seen this model included among the savings events since March. During last year’s Labor Day sale, we saw it fall to $999 while on clearance (and originally scheduled to be discontinued), but since the model was reintroduced, it’s only ever been discounted to this same rate, which comes in as the second-best non-clearance price that we have tracked.

I was very happy to see Rad Power continue offering the RadCity 5 Plus after its original discontinuation, as I regularly take rides on my mom’s e-bike when visiting Virginia – and I much prefer this burgundy red colorway that it now comes in. The 750W rear hub motor and 672Wh battery pair together to provide up to 50+ miles of travel on a full charge at top speeds of up to 20 MPH. It has five pedal assistance levels to support you through your journeys, or you can use the throttle to cruise on pure electric power, though this does drastically limit its mileage.

There’s plenty of solid features that make the ride all the better, like the water-resistant wiring harness and puncture-resistant tires. There’s also the hydraulic disc brakes, an integrated taillight that provides brake lighting, fenders to go over each tire, an integrated rear cargo rack, and a backlit LCD for setting adjustments and at-a-glance performance information.

Be sure to also check out the other deals we’re seeing in Rad Power’s long-lasting Father’s Day Sale, which includes a rare discount on the RadTrike and a new $999 low price on the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike. And if you’ve been wanting to jump aboard the newest releases, you can score a free center cargo console for either the RadRunner Plus or RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bikes starting from $1,799.

Worx 20V 5-inch cordless mini chainsaw

Amazon is offering the Worx 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw at $84 shipped. Down from its $130 price tag, we’ve mostly seen it drop to $99 over the last year, with it more recently going lower to $89 while occasionally dipping to $85. Those rates are all getting beaten by the deal here, which comes as a 35% markdown that saves you $46 at the best price we have tracked. You can also find its upgraded Nitro counterpart down at $109 from $150 right now.

While it may not be the upgraded Nitro model that provides more cuts on a single charge, Worx’s first-generation mini chainsaw offers much of the same functionality for pruning tree branches at up to 100 cuts per charge of its 2.0Ah battery (which can also power 140+ other 20V, 40V and 80V tools). Its slim 3.9-pound design makes it handy when having to make cuts in tighter spaces, especially when you’re deep in the weeds and branches. You’ll be able to dial in your preferred tension level using the onboard tool, with it also providing an upper chain guard, as well as a hand guard, for added safety – plus, there’s a lock-out switch to prevent accidental start-ups.

greenworks 82V commercial 760 CFM cordless axial leaf blower

Greenworks’ 82V commercial 760 CFM cordless axial blower with two Bluetooth 4.0Ah batteries at new $300 low (50% off)

Amazon is offering the Greenworks 82V Commercial-Grade 760 CFM Cordless Axial Leaf Blower bundle with two 82V Bluetooth 4.0Ah batteries and a dual-port rapid charger at $299.99 shipped. This combination of the blower with the two smart batteries would normally fetch $600 at full price. Discounts usually hit its one-battery package, which is currently down at the exact same rate, meaning you’ll be getting the additional 4.0Ah battery for free (valued at $250). All-in-all, you’re looking at a 50% markdown from the cost of buying everything separately, giving you $300 in savings at the best price we have tracked.

This 82V Greenworks axial leaf blower bundle comes as one of the brand’s commercial products for professional landscapers and groundskeepers, giving you “38% more power than a 27cc gas blower,” without the noise and fumes that those models tend to produce. It reaches a maximum of 760 CFM, providing up to 140 MPH air flow to clear out debris, all controlled via the trigger-activated variable speed and cruise controls. The batteries here are higher-end models than we see on its non-commercial tools, as they come with both digital and Bluetooth readouts, and allow for the blower’s 120-minute continuous runtime on a full charge of a single battery (so 240 minutes with both here).

Speaking of commercial-grade models, you can still pick up the brand’s 82V 18-inch Commercial-Grade Cordless Chainsaw that comes with 4.0Ah and 2.5Ah batteries and a dual-port rapid charger at a new $400 low right now.

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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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Tesla asks NHTSA to hide its response to Robotaxi questions

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Tesla has requested that NHTSA withhold its response to the numerous questions the regulators had about its recent Robotaxi launch.

As for the agency, it said that it is aware of some disturbing videos in which we can see Tesla’s system making serious mistakes on its first day.

Prior to Tesla’s Robotaxi launch on Sunday, NHTSA had sent Tesla a series of questions about the program, which Tesla was required to answer by June 19th.

The agency wanted a lot more details because it is particularly concerned about the fact that Tesla is using its ‘Supervised Full Self-Driving’ in the Robotaxi service while it is currently under investigation for its involvement in several serious crashes.

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Tesla has now responded to NHTSA, but it has requested that the agency keep all its answers confidential.

The automaker has consistently avoided sharing data about its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving programs, particularly crash data.

Automakers and companies developing self-driving and ADAS systems are required to report all crashes related to those systems, but Tesla has been abusing NHTSA’s program to get some of the data reported.

Publications have been trying to obtain the data through the courts, and Tesla has fought the effort, claiming that it would ‘suffer financial harm’ if its self-driving crash data were released.

There’s currently no indication that NHTSA will be able to release any information about Tesla’s Robotaxi service.

As we previously reported, the service launched with a Tesla employee in the front passenger seat with a finger constantly on the door unlactch button, which is likely to have been reprogrammed as a kill switch for the self-driving system.

This is likely information that would be confirmed and detailed in Tesla’s responses to NHTSA, and it would be critical, as it would prove that Tesla’s autonomous driving system can’t be considered level 4, which is now required to operate a commercial autonomous driving system, such as Robotaxi, in Texas.

Robotaxi has already been spotted making several significant mistakes over its first day of commercial operations, including driving in the wrong lane with incoming traffic and dropping passengers in the middle of an intersection.

NHTSA has confirmed that it is aware of those incidents and that it is currently gathering information about the situation:

NHTSA is aware of the referenced incidents and is in contact with the manufacturer to gather additional information. NHTSA will continue to enforce the law on all manufacturers of motor vehicles and equipment, in accordance with the Vehicle Safety Act and our data-driven, risk-based investigative process. Under U.S. law, NHTSA does not pre-approve new technologies or vehicle systems – rather, manufacturers certify that each vehicle meets NHTSA’s rigorous safety standards, and the agency investigates incidents involving potential safety defects. Following an assessment of those reports and other relevant information, NHTSA will take any necessary actions to protect road safety.

The agency has also stated that its investigation into Tesla’s FSD-Supervised/Beta “remains open.”

Electrek’s Take

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is on record saying, “Transparency is the key to trust.” Yet, Tesla has not been anything close to transparent about any of its autonomous driving or ADAS system efforts.

On the contrary, it has gone out of its way to try to hide any level of data consistently.

In fact, Tesla has never released any data about FSD beyond cumulative mileage, which doesn’t indicate the system’s performance. Tesla even mentioned multiple increases in improvements in miles between disengagements without ever sharing actual data.

It’s incredibly disappointing. Elon is a great example of: Do what I say, not what I do.

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These are the EVs that lose the least range in extreme heat

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These are the EVs that lose the least range in extreme heat

With much of the US sweltering under a record-breaking heat dome, many EV buyers and owners are left wondering how their favorite electric cars perform in extreme summer temperatures. A new study tracking over 29,700 electric cars in real-world conditions provides the answers, and we’re sharing them here: these are the EVs that handle the summer heat best.

The EV leasing and subscription specialists Recurrent Auto have had tens of thousands of new and used EVs in their database over the years, giving them a massive dataset to analyze and draw conclusions from. So when they published their findings about which EVs had the best range in 90- and 100-degree weather, it was required reading for any would-be EV expert.

“Most of the country has a heat advisory right now, so we’re fielding lots of questions about EV batteries in extreme heat,” reads the intro to the Recurrent report. “Here’s the deal … electric cars work perfectly fine in hot weather. Range loss at 90F (32C) is minimal. Less than 5% change.”

Like many real-world aspects of EV ownership and longevity, that seems a lot better than what most people – or even most analysts would likely tell you. So, what gives?

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“When temperatures pass 100F (37C), range impacts can be 17-18%,” they continue, “but these reductions are temporary while the AC is working to keep passengers cool … we advise that owners and dealerships avoid letting an EV sit with extremely low states of charge in this heat. An EV uses its battery power to keep the battery cool.”

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EV range table; via Recurrent Auto.

Recurrent’s findings put the Audi e-tron in the top spot, followed closely by recent JD Power favorites BMW i4 and Rivian R1S, all of which reportedly lose less than 3% of their range, even at an absolutely blistering 100°F.

To put those percentages into some easier to digest numbers (and fix the fact that Recurrent’s infographic makes it look, to my eyes, like you can’t drive a Nissan Ariya or Chevy Blazer at 100+ degrees), I’ve done the math, starting with the EV’s EPA-rated range under “ideal” conditions, then translated that using the percentages from Recurrent.

Would I bet my family’s safety and convenience on this rough-and-tumble chart while planning my next road trip? Absolutely not – go download Chargeway for that. Would I do the math because it’s a fun mental exercise that’s going to generate fun comments? Absolutely.

Check out the math, below, and if you see an EV you like in there click on the link in the table to go find a great local deal on a hot weather ready electric car near you. Links to Rivian and Tesla dealers weren’t included because they don’t have dealers.

EV range in extreme heat

SOURCES: Recurrent Auto, via LinkedIn; featured image via Audi.

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CNBC Daily Open: The strange times of missiles-led ‘peace’

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US President Donald Trump (L) greets Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth as he arrives to address troops at the Al-Udeid air base southwest of Doha on May 15, 2025.

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It’s a strange thought that launching attacks on other countries could lead to peace, but that seems to be the logic behind the abrupt escalation in conflict in the Middle East beginning Saturday. And now there’s talk of a ceasefire soon.

Here’s a quick recap.  

On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump authorized air strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, pushing America into Israel’s war with Tehran.

On Sunday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran “reserves all options to defend its sovereignty, interest, and people.”

On Monday, Iran launched a retaliatory strike against America, targeting a U.S. military base in Qatar.

And on Monday evening stateside, Trump announced a ceasefire.

Trump said on Truth Social that Israel and Iran had agreed to a “Complete and Total CEASEFIRE” that will, in effect mark “an Official END to THE 12 DAY WAR” — which began when Israel attacked Iran on June 12.

There are signs this isn’t the usual empty rhetoric. Iran gave the U.S. “early notice” of its attack on the military base in Qatar, according to Trump. It was a “retaliation that was expected,” Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson said.

Qatar also received advanced warning from Iran, according to The New York Times, which cited three Iranian officials familiar with the matter. Iran’s national security council said its missile strike “posed no threat whatsoever to our friendly and brotherly nation, Qatar, or its honorable people.”

This, essentially, is “the peace through strength strategy,” Helima Croft, head of global commodity strategy at RBC Capital Markets, told CNBC.

In other words, there’s a small chance tensions in the Middle East might cool down following a carefully calibrated and symbolic exchange of strikes that projects strength from all parties, while also providing Iran an off-ramp to de-escalate tension.

Judging by the U.S. stock and oil markets — which rose and fell, respectively — investors are indeed hopeful the strategy of missile-led peace would work.

What you need to know today

Trump announces an Israel-Iran ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Israel and Iran had agreed to a “Complete and Total CEASEFIRE” that will begin around midnight Tuesday stateside. However, neither Iran nor Israel has publicly confirmed they have accepted Trump’s ceasefire timeline. Read CNBC’s live coverage of the latest developments on the Israel-Iran war here.

Iran strikes U.S. military base in Qatar
Iran on Monday launched what its armed forces called a “powerful and destructive missile strike on the United States’ Al-Udeid military base in Qatar.” The Al-Udeid Air Base is the largest American military installation in the Middle East, with around 10,000 service members. Qatar’s Defense Ministry said its air defense had intercepted the missile attack on Al-Udeid, and that there were no reported deaths or injuries.

Prices of oil post a huge drop
Oil prices fell sharply Monday after Iran’s strike on Qatar had no reported casualties. U.S. crude oil fell 7.22%, to close at $68.51 per barrel, while global benchmark Brent shed 7.18% to $71.48 during U.S. trading. Trump on Monday demanded that “everyone” keep oil prices down or they would play “into the hands of the enemy.” Trump didn’t specify who he was referring to, but he seemed to be addressing U.S. oil producers.

Markets in U.S. rise on de-escalation hopes
U.S. stocks rose Monday as investors seemed hopeful of de-escalation in the Israel-Iran war. The S&P 500 climbed 0.96%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.89% and the Nasdaq Composite gained 0.94%. Tesla shares popped 8.2% after the company launched its robotaxis in Austin, Texas, on Sunday— but regulators are looking into reports of robotaxis driving erratically. Europe’s Stoxx 600 index fell 0.28%.

[PRO] Wall Street’s thoughts on robotaxis
Wall Street closely watched Tesla’s robotaxi launch in Texas over the weekend. Analyst outlooks on the event vary widely. While Wedbush’s Dan Ives, who rode in the robotaxis over the weekend, said it “exceeded our expectations,” Guggenheim’s Ronald Jewsikow called the event “baby steps.” Here’s what analysts think about what the robotaxis mean for Tesla’s stock.

And finally…

An Airbus A350-941 commercial jet, operated by Emirates Airline, at the Paris Air Show in Paris, France, on Monday, June 16, 2025.

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Airlines divert, cancel more Middle East flights after Iran attacks U.S. military base

Airlines diverted more Middle East flights on Monday after Iran’s armed forces said the country launched a missile strike on a U.S. military base in Qatar, as the region’s military conflict continued to disrupt airlines’ operations.

Dubai-based Emirates said that some of its aircraft rerouted on Monday and told customers that delays or longer flights were possible as it would take “flight paths well distanced from conflict areas,” while operating its schedule as planned.

Air India said it had halted all flights in and out of the region and to and from the east coast of North America and Europe “until further notice.”

Earlier, major international airlines including Air France, Iberia, Finnair and others announced they would pause or further postpone a resumption of service to some destinations in the Middle East.

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