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Today’s Green Deals are being led by Rad Power’s latest EV sale, with the RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike down at $1,599 and getting free gear too. We spotted a new low price on Aiper’s solar-powered Surfer S1 Robot Pool Skimmer at $300 ahead of early holiday shopping. Segway also just launched its Halloween sale running into November that has dropped the popular Ninebot MAX G30LP KickScooter to $460, while a lineup Camplux electric tankless water heaters are getting 20% markdowns across the board, with its 27kW model at $360. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $500 off launch discount on Tenways’ new 8-speed chain-drive CGO600 Pro 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.

Rad Power’s reliable cargo-hauling RadWagon 4 e-bike drops to $1,599 with free gear

Rad Power has changed up its sale offerings with up to $300 being taken off three e-bikes through the rest of the month, while also offering bonus accessory gear. This time around the block sees the RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike down at $1,599 shipped, plus giving you a free Ballard cargo bag along with it. Normally priced at $1,799, costs are usually brought down to this same $1,599 rate when it’s included in these sales. The price has only ever fallen lower twice before – once in summer 2023 when it dropped to $1,399 while the other was its $1,299 pre-order low in 2020 (which has never been repeated). This sale marks another chance to score it at the 2024 low price, with a combined $309 in savings when factoring in the free cargo bag that is valued at $109 – just be sure to add both to your cart to get the automatic discount.

Out of Rad Power’s EV lineup, the RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike has been the main model I’ve consistently seen cruising around – often with parents/nannies using it to bus kids to and from appointments around NYC. The sturdy and durable frame comes with a 750W motor that is powered by a 672Wh battery and supported by five levels of pedal assistance, reaching top speeds of 20 MPH for up to 45+ miles on a single charge. You can also use just the half-twist throttle to coast on pure electric power, though keep in mind this lowers the expected travel distance to around 25+ miles.

It comes with a nice array of features to enhance the riding experience further, with a 7-speed Shimano derailleur, custom 22-inch by 3-inch tires with fenders to go over each, an integrated taillight that provides brake light functionality, a 200-lumen headlight, and the integrated rear cargo rack that can be used for packages, groceries, and passengers alike (with a 120-pound carrying capacity). It also has a water-resistant wiring harness that protects it from the weather, and a backlit LCD display that comes complete with a USB port to charge your phone as you cruise onward.

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Aiper Surfer S1 solar robot pool skimmer

Let Aiper’s S1 solar-powered robot pool skimmer handle floating debris at new $300 low

Through its official Amazon storefront, Aiper is offering a Prime-exclusive deal on its S1 Solar-Powered Robot Pool Skimmer for $299.95 shipped. Normally priced at $470, this model has not seen many discounts since it was first released in January. We saw it get its first official discount during Memorial Day sales to $420, falling the next month to $400. It’s mainly kept above $400 since, with two dips to $376 in August and December, but today, you’re looking at the best deal we’ve seen yet as it gets a 36% markdown that cuts $170 off the price tag and lands it at a new all-time low price. You’ll also find it matching in price over from Aiper’s direct site.

While we are heading into fall and winter, this new low price certainly makes this a great opportunity to score the robot for heated pools, for folks living in relatively warm climates year-round, or even to get some earlier Christmas shopping done. Aiper’s S1 robot sports a brushless motor that keeps the paddle wheels going as the ultrasonic sensors direct it toward every floating piece of debris, insects, and more – collecting it into an easy-to-remove basket. While its battery only provides a 10-hour runtime, it’s been given solar charging capabilities along with a bonus DC charging port for those more overcast days, greatly reducing your need to get involved with it or with a common stick pool skimmer. There’s also the complete array of smart controls through its companion app that lets you monitor and change settings, and even manually steer it when needed.

More fall Aiper deals to take advantage of:

  • Seagull SE Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner: $122 (Reg. $200)
    • for above-ground/in-ground pools up to 40 Feet
  • Seagull Pro Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner: $500 (Reg. $800)
    • for in-ground pools up to 1,600 square-feet
  • Scuba S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner: $525 (Reg. $700)
    • for in-ground pools up to 1,600 square-feet
Segway Halloween sale

Segway’s Ninebot MAX G30LP KickScooter falls to $460 in Halloween sale

Segway has launched its Halloween sale through November 2 that is taking up to 60% off a lineup of its EVs, with the popular Ninebot MAX G30LP KickScooter down at $459.99 shipped. Down from an $800 price tag here, we saw discounts earlier in the year mainly drop costs between $615 and $600, with occasional falls further to $550 and $500. More recently, discounts have increased, with the brand’s Prime Day sales at the beginning of the month introducing a new $450 low. This new sale has cut $340 off the price tag, giving you the second-lowest price we have tracked, with it only sitting $10 above the all-time low, giving folks another strong opportunity to add it to their commute at one of its best prices.

Among Segway’s lineup, the Ninebot MAX G30LP KickScooter remains one of the best budget-friendly commuter solutions on the market for e-scooter lovers, which New Yorkers have seemed to take notice of, as I regularly see them cruising through the streets on any given day. Tucked inside is a 350W motor paired with a 36V 367Wh battery that provides it with a 25-mile travel range on a single charge, hitting top speeds of 18.6 MPH while tackling inclines up to 20% with no problem.

It features three riding modes to provide a more balanced riding experience depending on your commute needs: a speed limit mode, a standard mode, and a sport mode. Even in its sport mode, where speed is maximized at a lower travel range, the scooter’s regenerative brakes (which we need more of on e-scooter models) recycle energy when you activate the brakes to extend travel times, hitting their peak levels while in the speed limit mode. Aside from that, there’s also a secondary braking system, a foldable frame, a built-in LED headlight, smart controls via the companion app, and an LED digital dashboard.

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You can browse the full lineup of this Halloween sale on the landing page here.

Camplux 27kW electric tankless water heater

Get 3-second-to-hot output with Camplux’s 27kW electric tankless water heater at $360

Coming to us through its official Amazon storefront, Camplux is offering 20% discounts across a range of electric tankless water heaters from 8kW to 27kW sizes. One of the best opportunities from the bunch is the largest 27kW model that is down at $359.99 shipped. Coming down from its usual $450 price tag after a year of few discounts, especially after ending 2023 at $350 during Black Friday and Christmas sales, we’ve mainly spotted it keeping above $380 when benefitting from price cuts, though August did see a rare drop to the new $304 low coming direct from Camplux’s site, which currently lists it at its MSRP. Today, you can add it to your home for reliable hot water at a solid $90 markdown off the going rate and the second-lowest price we have seen from Amazon – just $10 above last year’s winter holiday pricing and $56 above the all-time low.

With this 240V electric tankless water heater you’ll only be waiting for three seconds before receiving plenty of hot water for your shower. The low-consumption heating rod bolsters efficiency up to 99.8%, saving you up to 60% on your water-heating costs for your home. It features overheating protection, anti-dry heating protection, and water-electricity separation to provide you with a stable and consistent water temperature output. Installation takes under 3 hours, with Camplux promising an easy installation process compared to standard large gallon tanks – but keep in mind that it will require three 40A breakers, a wire gauge of 3X8 AWG, and a 3/4-inch NPT connection.

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Fall e-bike deals!

Best new Green Deals landing this week

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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Genesis wants a bigger slice of the US luxury market with new EVs en route

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If you haven’t noticed, Genesis is quickly making a name for itself in the US. The luxury automaker now has 60 sales outlets as it expands into new US states. With new EVs launching, Genesis is eyeing a bigger share of the US luxury market.

Hyundai Motor Group’s Genesis brand is quietly emerging as a powerhouse in the US luxury market. Genesis marked its entry into the luxury segment in 2008 as a Hyundai-branded model.

In 2015, Hyundai announced Genesis would become an independent luxury brand. Since launching its first vehicle in the US, the luxury brand’s sales have surged from 7,000 in 2016 to over 69,000 last year. It even outsold Nissan’s Infiniti.

According to Genesis, this is just the start. The Korean luxury brand wants an even bigger slice of the market as it eyes rivals like Porsche.

A big reason behind the brand’s confidence is its new lineup of stylishly electric models. Genesis sells three EVs in the US: The GV60, Electrified G80, and Electrified GV70.

After introducing the Electrified GV70 just last year, the electric SUV is already Genesis’ top-selling EV in the US. According to Kelley Blue Book, Genesis sold 2,343 electric GV70 models in the US through September.

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2026 Genesis Electrified GV70 update (Source: Genesis)

Genesis eyes a bigger share of the US luxury market

Altogether, the luxury brand’s EV sales reached over 4,600 through the first nine months of 2024, topping Porsche (4,291) and Volvo (3,644).

Genesis made a statement at the LA Auto Show, unveiling the updated 2026 Electrified GV70. The luxury electric SUV now includes more range and an NACS port so drivers can charge at Tesla Superchargers. It will go on sale in the first half of 2025.

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Genesis at the 2024 LA Auto Show (Source: Hyundai Motor Group)

Meanwhile, Genesis showcased its new GV60 Magma Concept at the event, its first dedicated high-performance EV. The brand sees its Magma performance brand rivaling that of Geman luxury brands like Mercedes AMG, BMW M, and Audi RS.

The Genesis GV60 Magma EV will launch next year, spearheading the brand’s “expansion into the realm of high-performance vehicles.”

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Genesis GV60 Magma EV concept global debut at Goodwood (Source: Genesis)

Genesis enhanced the battery and motor while fine-tuning the chassis, thermodynamics, and profile for more power and efficiency.

It also features an aggressive new design, sitting much lower and wider than the current GV60 model. Genesis added a Magma-exclusive sound system to give it a sports car-like feel in the cockpit.

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Genesis G80 EV Magma Concept (Source: Genesis)

In April, we got our first look at the G80 EV Magma concept, which could be a potential challenger to Tesla’s Model S Plaid and the Porsche Taycan GT Turbo.

The luxury brand is expected to launch its flagship electric three-row SUV next year, the GV90. Genesis previewed the ultra-luxury EV in March after unveiling the Neolun concept.

Genesis now has 60 sales bases in the US, with new stores in Washington, Minnesota, New York, and Florida. It’s also building 30 in Canada as it expands its presence in the North American luxury market.

The luxury brand is opening a new dedicated design center in California. The “Genesis Design California” will open in the first half of 2025 as it builds out its US network.

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No, BYD is not taking over NIO as fake rumors claim

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A rumor spreading like wildfire on social media claims BYD will be taking over NIO (NYSE: NIO) as the EV giant gobbles up market share in China. The rumor was posted by a suspected BYD employee, but NIO is denying the claim.

BYD acquiring NIO would be a massive move as China’s leading EV maker continues to dominate the market. But that’s not going to happen.

According to CnEVPost, NIO’s assistant vice president for branding and communications, Ma Lin, denied the rumors that BYD is taking over the company on Friday.

Ma posted a screenshot on social media asking BYD’s general manager of branding and PR, Li Yunfei if the person who posted the fake rumor was an employee.

Earlier today, the suspected employee claimed BYD and NIO were setting up a joint venture. In a Weibo post, the suspect said BYD would have majority control of the partnership with a 51% share while NIO would get the remaining 49% ownership.

Ma told Li that if it was, in fact, a BYD employee, he needed to issue an official clarification and apologize. If not, they can get the police involved together. Li also denied the rumors, saying the claim was seriously untrue.

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NIO Onvo L60 electric SUV at the 2024 Guangzhou International Auto Show (Source: NIO Onvo)

NIO denies rumors that BYD is taking over the company

This is not the first time rumors surfaced that BYD will be taking over NIO, but because it is a suspected employee, the post has garnered more attention.

BYD is on a major hiring spree as it ramps up production to meet the higher demand. The EV giant now has over 900,000 employees, making it by far the largest A-share listed company in China.

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BYD Dolphin (left) and Atto 3 (right) Source: BYD

After selling over 500,000 vehicles for the first time in a single month in October, BYD’s surge is heating up as the EV giant expands overseas for growth.

October was BYD’s fifth consecutive record sales month as it closes in on auto leaders like Ford in global deliveries.

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Onvo L60 electric SUV models (Source: NIO Onvo)

NIO is also gaining momentum, with sales topping the 20,000 mark for the sixth straight month in October. With output of its new lower-priced Onvo L60 electric SUV ramping up, NIO expects to continue seeing higher demand.

Ma said on Friday that NIO’s “recent situation is quite good.” The company’s head of PR added, “Cash flow turned positive in the third quarter, gross profit improved in October, earning an extra RMB 100 million, and Onvo (deliveries) will exceed 10,000 in December.”

NIO is launching its third brand, Firefly, with deliveries kicking off in the first half of 2025. The company expects sales to double next year as it works to become profitable by 2026.

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Hyundai recalls more than 145,000 EVs

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Hyundai Motors is recalling 145,235 EVs and other “electrified” vehicles in the US, citing concerns about a loss of driving power, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Friday.

The NHTSA announced this morning that the recall affects selected IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 EVs, as well as certain luxury Genesis models, including the GV60, GV70, and G80 electrified variants, from the 2022-2025 model years, Reuters reported.

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2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Source: Hyundai)

It looks like the issue stems from “the integrated charging control units in these vehicles, which may become damaged and fail to charge the 12-volt battery. This malfunction could lead to a complete loss of drive power, posing safety risks for drivers,” the NHTSA stated.

If you’re an owner of one of these Hyundai models dating 2022-2025, stay tuned. Hyundai has not yet provided a timeline as to when affected vehicles will be repaired.

To make that happen, the company’s dealers will inspect and replace the charging unit and its fuse if necessary, NHTSA said. Free of charge, of course.

Importantly, no crashes, injuries, fatalities, or fires due to this issue have been reported in the US, Hyundai reported.

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