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We’re bringing you another jam-packed day of Green Deals to close out the week, with another exclusive discount for our readers leading the pack, dropping the ENGWE EP-2 PRO Electric Bike down to a new $599 low. Next, we’re highlighting EcoFlow’s bundle on the DELTA Pro Portable Power Station with a 400W solar panel for $3,099 that also gives you an additional $1,000 in free gear, as well as Blix launching its latest Sol X Comfort e-bike at a $1,799 special with a free gift. You’ll also find the lowest prices on Segway’s Ninebot S2 Smart Self-Balancing Scooter, and three tool deals from Greenworks, Goal Zero, and Worx (lasting just for today). Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Rad Power e-bike sale, or the new Bluetti AC50B power station low, 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.

Save an exclusive $250 on ENGWE’s EP-2 PRO Electric Bike at new $599 low

It’s been an exciting week of 9to5Toys-exclusive Green Deals – and it’s not over yet! Readers can now save $250 on ENGWE’s EP-2 PRO Electric Bike at $599 shipped at Wellbots, after using the exclusive code 9TO5RIDE250 at checkout. Down from its $849 price tag, with an even higher $1,099 MSRP direct from ENGWE, we’ve mainly seen this model keep between $699 and $720 during most price cuts over the last few years, with only one previous one in 2024 that went lower to $629 in March. You can now score this e-bike for your commute or general enjoyment at a 29% markdown (45% off the MSRP) which drops it to the lowest price we have tracked to date.

Engwe’s EP-2 PRO electric bike arrives stocked with a 750W brushless motor (peaking at 960W) and a 48V 15.6Ah battery that gives you an impressive 50+ miles of travel on a single charge, beating out a lot of more expensive models both in performance and price – plus, it even boasts a maximum 28 MPH top speed too! There are five levels of pedal assistance here to balance out its energy consumption options with either more travel time or faster speeds, depending on conditions and your setting selection.

It’s been given a durable build for when your trips venture off the beaten paths, with front suspension and all-terrain fat tires. There are also some decent features here (especially at this low of a price) with hydraulic disc brakes, a 5-speed Shimano gearbox, an ergonomic saddle and grips, a rear cargo rack, fenders over both wheels, and a centered LCD Display right at your fingertips.

Bundle EcoFlow’s DELTA Pro 3,600Wh power station with a 400W panel at $3,099 and get $1,000 in free gear

Checking back in on EcoFlow’s Disaster Campaign sale, which is taking up to $2,817 off power stations, bundles, and accessories through September 22, we’ve spotted a hot deal on the brand’s DELTA Pro Portable Power Station that comes along with a 400W solar panel, a transfer switch, and an 800W alternator charger at $3,099 shipped. You’d normally run up a bill of $5,316 on this particular bundle normally, but this sale is taking 42% off its usual going rate and bringing costs down among some of the lowest we’ve seen, saving you a total of $2,217.

One of the bigger contenders on the backup power market today, the tried and true DELTA Pro power station delivers a massive 3,600Wh capacity that you can expand even more up to 25kWh when paired alongside the dedicated smart extra batteries while also adding additional power station units. It’s able to provide up to 3,600W of power output that maxes out at 7,200W when surging and comes with a plethora of versatile ports to tap into for outward charging needs: five AC ports, four USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, two DC ports, and a car port.

The station’s own battery can be plugged into a standard wall outlet to fully recharge in 1.8 hours, or you can hook up a maximum of 1,600W of solar input to recharge over 2.8 hours. All the usual remote smart controls you’ve come to expect from EcoFlow is available here, accessed through the companion app when connected by Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The included 800W Alternator Charger also allows you to charge while you drive for refueled power on the go.

The transfer switch gives you plug and play home backup support for your home and/or RV, with the unit itself arriving pre-wired for easier installation. Should a sudden blackout occur in your area, you’ll be able to have immediate continued power for selective appliances/sections of your home. Keep in mind that it is designed for indoor use with the appropriate circuit breaker panels, which you can learn more about here.

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Be sure to check out the other power stations, bundles, and accessories that are seeing discounts through September 22, which you can browse in full through the link here. 

Blix launches new Sol X Comfort e-bike with a $1,799 special and bonus gift

Running alongside its latest sale, Blix is giving folks a chance at a little savings on its new Sol X Comfort e-bike that is now at $1,799 shipped. Priced at a reasonable $1,899 normally after this special, it follows the same trend that we saw on the brand’s new Vika X Folding e-bike from a few weeks ago, which is also still live for the time being. Like that release, this one is getting a quaint $100 taken off the tag, which isn’t a whole lot, but seeing as many competitors tend to take months to years before seeing first discounts, it’s appreciated. Along with your purchase, you’ll also be gifted with a free everyday bag that is valued at $89. As always, Blix offers an additional $200 discount when buying two e-bikes together and using the code RIDETOGETHER at checkout.

The Blix Sol X e-bike cruises into the e-mobility market with a 750W rear-hub motor paired alongside a 614.4Wh, delivering a 70-mile travel range which is a vast improvement over the Sol Eclipse’s 45-mile one. There are three levels of pedal assistance here with an upgraded torque sensor for expanded support. Like its Vika X sibling, this model can also actively switch between class 2 or class 3 settings, allowing you to choose either the more battery-manageable 20 MPH speeds or ramp things up to their max 28 MPH speeds – though, like always, keep in mind these higher settings will affect your travel distance. It’s also worth noting that it does all this while boasting a 400-pound payload!

As part of the brand’s X series, it’s also been equipped with optional automatic shifting that can adjust gear settings and the motor power to better match the rider’s pedaling – of course, you also have an electronic shifter to make those calls too, enhancing the bike’s convenience even further. There are plenty more features here worth mentioning too, like the auto-adjusting backlit color display, integrated 20-lux headlight and taillight that sports braking and turn signal functionality, hydraulic disc brakes, Microshift 8-speed derailleur, the rear cargo rack, puncture-resistant tires, as well as fenders over both of them.

There are also the brand’s tried and true models that are seeing discounts in the latest sale too, which are worth considering if you’re just looking for a reliable commuter at less of a price.

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Segway’s 2nd-gen Ninebot S2 smart self-balancing scooter hits new $494 Amazon low

Amazon is currently offering the Segway Ninebot S2 Smart Self-Balancing Scooter at $494 shipped. Normally this newer model would run you $550 here, with a higher $600 MSRP direct from Segway these days after tariffs brought starting costs up by $100 in June. Rarely ever seeing discounts, we did see it launch at its lowest rate ever for $450 back in January, which we haven’t seen since, but today you’re looking at the best rate we’ve tracked on Amazon, beating our previous mention and its previous low by $6, the lowest its been since its pre-order launch. You can get an in-depth look at this newer model by heading below or checking out our initial launch coverage.

Whether you’re looking for a way to get around the neighborhood or even make your smaller commutes more fun, the Ninebot S2 is here with an alternative electric form than we usually cover here. It arrives via its dual 800W (1,600W total) motors that bumps its max speed up to 11.2 MPH from previous models, while the 335Wh battery provides 21.7 miles of travel per 4.5 hours of charging, with enough torque to handle 15-degree slopes without concern. It’s been equipped with rugged 10-inch off-road tubeless pneumatic tires that offer improved stability and durability when you head off the paved streets for “superior traction on any surface.”

With its adjustable design, this model can accommodate rider heights ranging from 4-foot-three inches to six-foot-six inches, while also being able to carry up to a 220-pound payload. Two notable features of this second-generation model are the built-in Bluetooth speaker that allows you to listen to your favorite tunes, as well as the wheels and taillights that offer full customizable RGB ambient lighting to reflect your personality while also providing better visibility in low-light conditions.

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Greenworks Pro 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer returns to $290 low

After first spotting this deal a few days ago in a one-day-only sale, Amazon is offering a more long-term discount on the Greenworks Pro 3000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer for $289.99 shipped. It’s normally listed at $450 most days, with Best Buy often including it in its Deals of the Day, which is where we first saw this same discount appear just a few days ago. Now folks have a chance to score it at a 36% markdown, the biggest discount we’ve seen to date, landing it back at its all-time lowest price.

This pressure washer from Greenworks typically gets a lot of buzz when discounts hit, and its no surprise as its one of the more powerful models from the brand with its systems maxing out at 3,000 PSI with a 1.1 to 2.0 GPM flow rate. Along with its obvious capabilities that we’ve discussed here in abundance, it comes with an array of versatile nozzles to tackle a wider range of jobs, which also have their own storage space. There’s 25 feet of non-marring hose, an onboard one-gallon detergent tank, and also a Total Stop System that saves you energy and money by cutting off the pump upon you letting go of the wand’s trigger.

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Goal Zero

Goal Zero’s 500 Lumen Torch light doubles as a 5,200mAh solar power bank at new $30 low

Through its official Amazon storefront, Goal Zero is giving folks a great deal on its 500 Lumen Torch Light for $29.97 shipped, after clipping the on-page 40% off coupon. Normally sitting at a $50 price tag, we’ve seen a few different discounts on this device in 2024, mainly keeping above $42, with the most recent discount from May dropping costs further to $38. It’s been quiet since then though, and today’s deal comes in after over three months with the biggest price cut we’ve tracked to date, dropping costs down to a new all-time low.

Whether you’re tinkering around in a garage, working outdoors in the dark, camping in the wilds, or dealing with a sudden blackout – this Goal Zero torch can handle it all. It’s been designed for multi-functional use, with 500 lumens of bright LED light being delivered via its focused spotlight or the more wide-reaching flood light, small enough to fit right in your hand or you can use the attached bars to hang it higher up. Coming with an IP67 dust and waterproof rating, it has an internal 5,200mAh power bank and even a built-in solar panel for when you’re not near any USB-C source – plus, yes, the USB-C port on the device can also be used to recharge your phone when you need it.

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Save space, time, and money with Worx’s 20V 12-inch trimmer/edger/mini-mower at $100 for today only

Coming to us via its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is offering the Worx GT Revolution 20V 12-inch Brushless Cordless String Trimmer/Edger/Mini-Mower for $99.99 shipped. Normally this 3-in-1 tool would cost you $150, today’s price cut has only been beaten out by two previous discounts this year, both dropping things further to the $89 low in June and again during Prime Day in July. For the rest of the day you can take advantage of the $50 that’s been shaved off its tag, which gives you this upgrade for your tool shed at its second-lowest rate that we have tracked.

You don’t need to buy three different tools, losing even more space in your shed or garage, especially today. Instead, investing in tools like this GT Revolution can save you space, time, and money as it comes with three different functions for your garden and lawn care routines. It effortlessly converts to either a string trimmer, a wheeled edger, or a mini-mower to tackle the jobs at hand and keep everything well-manicured. It weighs an easily manageable six pounds to start, with a telescoping shaft (one foot longer than its predecessor), 7 different handle positions, and six rotating head positions for greater versatility and flexibility. Falling within the PowerShare family, its 20V 4.0Ah battery can be switched out with over 75+ other tools in Worx’s ecosystem. With the brand’s equipped command feed system old line is replaced with a simple press of a button.

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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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Delhi-ghtful! India mulls 2035 ICE ban, blocks fuel sales to older vehicles

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In a bold bid to combat the crippling air pollution crisis in its capital, Delhi, Indian lawmakers have begun high-level discussions about a plan to phase out gas and diesel combustion vehicles by 2035 – a move that could cause a seismic shift in the global EV space and provide a cleaner, greener future for India’s capital.

Long considered one of the world’s most polluted capital cities, Indian capital Delhi is taking drastic steps to cut back pollution with a gas and diesel engine ban coming soon – but they want results faster than that. As such, Delhi is starting with a city-wide ban on refueling vehicles more than 15 years old, and it went into effect earlier this week. (!)

“We are installing gadgets at petrol pumps which will identify vehicles older than 15 years, and no fuel will be provided to them,” said Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa … but they’re not stopping there. “Additionally, we will intensify scrutiny of heavy vehicles entering Delhi to ensure they meet prescribed environmental standards before being allowed entry.”

Making it prohibitively difficult for Dehli’s residents to own and operate older, presumably more polluting vehicles is one way to reduce harmful emissions and air pollution, but Sirsa’s team isn’t just targeting newer vehicles. They’re also planning to deploy more than 900 electric transit buses, part of a larger plan to replace 5,000 of the city’s 7,500 total bus with lower- or zero-emission options this year alone.

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The Economic Times is reporting that discussions are underway to pass laws requiring that all future bus purchases will be required to be electric or “clean fuel” (read: CNG or hydrogen) by the end of this year, with a gas/diesel ban on “three-wheelers and light goods vehicles,” (commercial tuk-tuks and delivery mopeds) potentially coming 2026 to 2027 and a similar ban privately owned and operated cars and bikes coming “between 2030 and 2035.”

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Xpeng EV with Turing AI and Bulletproof battery; via XPeng.

After a Chinese government study linked air pollution caused by automotive exhausts and coal-fired power plants to more than 1.1 million deaths per year in 2013, the nation’s government took serious action, shuttering older coal plants and imposing strict emissions standards. The country also incentivized EV adoption through license-plate lotteries favoring electric cars and a nationwide EV mandate set to kick in by 2030.

The results were astounding, and the technological innovations that have come from an entire nation of talented engineers all “pulling in the same direction” have put the West to shame, with Western auto executives repeatedly sounding the alarm and lobbying for tariffs and other protectionist policies on both sides of the Atlantic.

To see India make move towards a gas and diesel ban like this, and on such an aggressive timeline, can only mean that they’ve been paying attention … and America is about to fall even further behind.

SOURCE: India Times; featured image by Sumita Roy Dutta.

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Parker launches Mobile Electrification Technology Center training program

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Parker Announces Certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center Program in North America

Last week, Parker Hannifin launched what they’re calling the industry’s first certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center to train mobile equipment technicians make the transition from conventional diesel engines to modern electric motors.

The electrification of mobile equipment is opening new doors for construction and engineering companies working in indoor, environmentally sensitive, or noise-regulated urban environments – but it also poses a new set of challenges that, while they mirror some of the challenges internal combustion faced a century ago, aren’t yet fully solved. These go beyond just getting energy to the equipment assets’ batteries, and include the integration of hydraulic implements, electronic controls, and the myriad of upfit accessories that have been developed over the last five decades to operate on 12V power.

At the same time, manufacturers and dealers have to ensure the safety of their technicians, which includes providing comprehensive training on the intricacies of high-voltage electric vehicle repair and maintenance – and that’s where Parker’s new mobile equipment training program comes in, helping to accelerate the shift to EVs.

“We are excited to partner with these outstanding distributors at a higher level. Their commitment to designing innovative mobile electrification systems aligns perfectly with our vision to empower machine manufacturers in reducing their environmental footprint while enhancing operational efficiency,” explains Mark Schoessler, VP of sales for Parker’s Motion Systems Group. “Their expertise in designing mobile electrification systems and their capability to deliver integrated solutions will help to maximize the impact of Parker’s expanding METC network.”

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The manufacturing equipment experts at Nott Company were among the first to go through the Parker Hannifin training program, certifying their technicians on Parker’s electric motors, drives, coolers, controllers and control systems.

“We are proud to be recognized for our unwavering dedication to advancing mobile electrification technologies and delivering cutting-edge solutions,” says Nott CEO, Markus Rauchhaus. “This milestone would not have been possible without our incredible partners, customers and the team at Nott Company.”

In addition to Nott, two other North American distributors (Depatie Fluid Power in Portage, Michigan, and Hydradyne in Fort Worth, Texas) have completed the Parker certification.

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T7X all-electric track loader at CES 2022; via Doosan Bobcat.

With the rise of electric equipment assets like Bobcat’s T7X compact track loader and E10e electric excavator that eliminate traditional hydraulics and rely on high-voltage battery systems, specialized electrical systems training is becoming increasingly important. Seasoned, steady hands with decades of diesel and hydraulic systems experience are obsolete, and they’ll need to learn new skills to stay relevant.

Certification programs like Parker’s are working to bridge that skills gap, equipping technicians with the skills to maximize performance while mitigating risks associated with high-voltage systems. Here’s hoping more of these start popping up sooner than later.

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ReVolt extended range electric semi trucks score their first customer

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ReVolt signs first trucking fleet partner to adopt hybrid-electric vehicles

Based on a Peterbilt 579 commercial semi truck, the ReVolt EREV hybrid electric semi truck promises 40% better fuel economy and more than twice the torque of a conventional, diesel-powered semi. The concept has promise – and now, it has customers.

Austin, Texas-based ReVolt Motors scored its first win with specialist carrier Page Trucking, who’s rolling the dice on five of the Peterbilt 579-based hybrid big rigs — with another order for 15 more of the modified Petes waiting in the wings if the initial five work out.

The deal will see ReVolt’s “dual-power system” put to the test in real-world conditions, pairing its e-axles’ battery-electric torque with up to 1,200 miles of diesel-extended range.

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ReVolt Motors team; via ReVolt.

The ReVolt team starts off with a Peterbilt, then removes the transmission and drive axle, replacing them with a large genhead and batteries. As the big Pete’s diesel engine runs (that’s right, kids – the engine stays in place), it creates electrical energy that’s stored in the trucks’ batteries. Those electrons then flow to the truck’s 670 hp e-axles, putting down a massive, 3500 lb-ft of Earth-moving torque to the ground at 0 rpm.

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The result is an electrically-driven semi truck that works like a big BMW i3 or other EREV, and packs enough battery capacity to operate as a ZEV (sorry, ZET) in ports and urban clean zones. And, more importantly, allows over-the-road drivers to hotel for up to 34 hours without idling the engine or requiring a grid connection.

That ability to “hotel” in the cab is incredibly important, especially as the national shortage of semi truck parking continues to worsen and the number of goods shipped across America’s roads continues to increase.

And, because the ReVolt trucks can hotel without the noise and emissions of diesel or the loss of range of pure electric, they can immediately “plug in” to existing long-haul routes without the need to wait for a commercial truck charging infrastructure to materialize.

“Drivers should not have to choose between losing their longtime routes because of changing regulatory environments or losing the truck in which they have already made significant investments,” explains Gus Gardner, ReVolt founder and CEO. “American truckers want their trucks to reflect their identity, and our retrofit technology allows them to continue driving the trucks they love while still making a living.”

If all of that sounds familiar, it’s probably because you’ve heard of Hyliion.

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Hyliion Hypertruck ERX; via Hyliion.

Before it changed its focus to develop Carnot-cycle generators and gensets, Austin-based Hyliion built a number of EREV Peterbilts using the then-new 15L Cummins diesel as a generator and employing the same sort of battery and e-axle-arrangement as ReVolt.

In addition to being located in the same town and employing the same idea in the same Peterbilt 579 tractor, ReVolt even employs some of the same key players as Hyliion: both the company’s CTO, Chandra Patil, and its Director of Engineering, Blake Witchie, previously worked at Hyliion’s truck works.

Still, Hyliion made their choice when they shut down their truck business. ReVolt seems to have picked up the ball – and their first customer is eager to run with it.

“Our industry is undergoing a major transition, and fleet owners need practical solutions that make financial sense while reducing our environmental impact,” said Dan Titus, CEO of Page Trucking. “ReVolt’s hybrid drivetrain lowers our fuel costs, providing our drivers with a powerful and efficient truck, all without the need for expensive charging infrastructure or worrying about state compliance mandates. The reduced emissions also enable our customers to reduce their Scope 2 emissions.”

Page Trucking has a fleet of approximately 500 trucks in service, serving the agriculture, hazardous materials, and bulk commodities industries throughout Texas. And, if ReVolt’s EREV semis live up to their promise, expect them to operate a lot more than 20 of ’em.

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