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Starting off today’s Green Deals is Vvolt’s Holiday sale that is giving hopeful e-bike riders up to $1,100 in savings on three of its e-bikes with free extra batteries too, with the biggest savings on the Centauri SE Commuter e-bike with the doubled mileage that takes things down to the $2,599 low. We’ve also got an updated holiday sale from EcoFlow that has switched into the second phase of its Christmas savings with an added 5% sitewide discount that drops the brand’s DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station to a new $617 low, among others. The backup power savings don’t stop there, as we also have Jackery’s Explorer 700 Plus Portable Power Station hitting a new $299 low, as well as Goal Zero’s Venture 9,600mAh and 19,200mAh solar-charging power banks at their lowest rates starting from $52. Bringing up the rear is a one-day only first-time discount on Greenworks’ 80V 20-inch Snow Blower and 12-inch Snow Shovel Winter Combo Kit at $522. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Anker SOLIX Christmas sale, 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.

Vvolt Holiday sale takes up to $1,100 off e-bikes with free extra batteries and bonus discounts starting from $1,799

Vvolt is offering some solid holiday sale savings on three of its e-bikes through December 31, all of which are getting free extra battery packages for double the mileage. The sole price cut along with the extra batteries goes to the Centauri SE Commuter e-bike that has fallen to $2,599 shipped. Normally this quality model would run you $3,299, though we’ve been seeing it return to this same low rate during sales since September. On top of the $700 in cash savings, which already makes it an affordable deal, but you’re also getting a free extra battery on top of that (valued at $400) for a combined $1,100 in savings – the most we’ve seen on this model so far.

The Vvolt Centauri SE e-bike sports a sleek, streamlined frame that houses a 350W custom-tuned Ananda mid-drive motor (peaking at 650W) and a removable 490Wh battery. It has no throttle for electric-only rides but does feature pedal assistance that provides support with both a torque and cadence sensor up to its 28 MPH max speed for up to 60 miles on a single charge (120 miles thanks to the extra battery). Rather than any chain drives, this model has been given a Gates CDX Carbon Belt Drive for extended lifespans, quieter operations, and throwing out any need for grease.

Depending on which of its size options you choose, the bike as a whole only weighs 52 pounds, making it quite a manageable model for less physically endowed and/or older riders – even urban commuters who may need to carry it up and down stairs. There’s an integrated front and rear lighting system here, bolstered by reflective graphics to provide 360 degrees of visibility to those around you when you’re riding through the darker hours of the day. Other notable features include Kenda Kwest anti-puncture tires, Tektro 720 hydraulic disc brakes, an Enviolo internal rear hub transmission, and a full-color display.

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EcoFlow Christmas sale phase 2

EcoFlow decks the halls with up to 60% savings on power stations, bundles, more from $45 in updated Christmas sale

EcoFlow has switched to its second phase of its Christmas sale that will run through December 27 and is taking up to 55% off its power banks, power stations, solar generator bundles, home backup bundles, and accessories – with a bonus 5% sitewide discount when using the promo code 24EFXMASAFF at checkout. One notable standout undercutting its Black Friday pricing even further than before is the DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station which is down at $649 $616.55 shipped, after using the promo code 24EFXMASAFF for 5% off. Normally running you $799 at full price, we’ve seen a few varying discounts since this newer model was released back in September, with October’s Prime Day event taking the price down to the $649 low while the recent Black Friday sale only saw it go to $699. Those prices are being beaten out in this updated sale, saving you $182 and marking a new all-time low price. There are even a few bundle options here, with the power station coming with a 220W solar panel for $949 $902, down from $1,448, or two 220W panels and a protective bag at $1,299 $1,234, down from $2,166, or you can grab it with a 800W alternator charger for $999 $949, down from $1,398.

To check out the full lineup of offers during EcoFlow’s second phase of Christmas sales, be sure to read through our original coverage here.

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Keep devices and appliances running with Jackery’s Explorer 700 Plus power station at new $299 low

Jackery may not be having any more Christmas savings in the form of a sale (though only time will tell), but coming at us through its official Amazon storefront, we are seeing some solid price cuts on a collection of power stations and bundle packages, like the Explorer 700 Plus Portable Power Station for $299 shipped, after clipping the on-page $200 off coupon. Already down off its full $599 price tag which came down from its original $799 MSRP earlier in the year, the lowest price we’ve seen it drop to in 2024 was $449 back in September, with it keeping to its recent going rate in the time since. Today, you can score it with a $300 markdown ($500 off its original MSRP) which gives you the absolutely best new rate that we have tracked to date.

Jackery’s Explorer 700 Plus tackles campsite needs and even emergency appliance backup with a 681Wh battery capacity and a 1,000W output that can surge up to 2,000W for higher-power appliances – either in your home or being taken with you on trips, for parties, and more. There are 8 port options to connect with here, with the unit’s battery taking 1.7 hours to charge when connected to a wall outlet, or you can get a full battery in 2.5 hours with 400W of solar input. Aside from the usual smart controls, it comes with plenty of safeguards to protect its own systems, with the battery being ok to charge and be left alone – dropping only 10% of its charge in a year’s time.

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Goal Zero’s Venture 9,600mAh and 19,200mAh solar-charging power banks return to lowest prices from $52

The official Goal Zero Amazon storefront is offering return low prices on its two solar-charging power banks, with the Venture 35 9,600mAh model down at $51.89 shipped. Normally found at its $70 price tag, it’s kept above $55 for most of 2024, with Black Friday bringing costs slightly lower to $52. That same rate is returning here today with the full 26% in savings taking $18 off the usual cost and landing it back at the lowest price we have tracked. You’ll also find the Venture 75 19,200mAh Solar-Charging Power Bank at its lowest price of $89.89 shipped.

In such a technologically-centered world, it’s always a smart idea to carry a reliable means to keep your devices juiced up and ready to go throughout your daily life, and Goal Zero’s Venture 35 power bank does just that with its 9,600mAh battery capacity (19,200mAh for the Venture 75). Not only does it carry an IP67 waterproof, dustproof, and weatherproof rating, but it even comes with a built-in 50-lumen flashlight for bonus functionality. You can refill the battery via a wall outlet just like any other power bank model, but where this one differs is the added solar-charging capabilities that can refill the battery with a compatible solar panel. There is a bundle option for the Venture 35 with a 10W foldable solar panel that you can take advantage of for $112, down from $150.

Greenworks 80V 20-inch snow blower and 12-inch snow shovel combo

Save $678 on Greenworks’ 80V 20-inch snow blower and 12-inch snow shovel combo at $522 low (Today only)

As part of its 25 Days of Deals, Best Buy is offering the first chance at cash savings on the Greenworks 80V 20-inch Snow Blower and 12-inch Snow Shovel Winter Combo Kit for $521.99 shipped. This new combo kit is a new first coming from Best Buy and would normally run you $1,200 at full price, but today’s cash savings (lasting only for today) cut $678 off the price tag and set a new low price going forward. You won’t find this package direct from Greenworks or Amazon, making it a rare find to equip you with everything you’ll need to clear out this winter’s snowfall – especially when considering that the snow blower alone is currently sitting at $499 from Amazon.

Winter is here and there are already plenty of places dealing with snow piling up around homes. This combo kit from Greenworks is the perfect package to get you through your seasonal duties, with two 4.0Ah batteries and a rapid charger powering both – giving you enough juice to clear a 4-car driveway on a single 30 to 40-minute charge. The snow blower clears a 20-inch path with a depth of 10 inches, with a 180-degree rotating chute that tosses snow up to 20 feet out of the way. It features an auger-assist system to handle heavy snow and ice, with LED headlights for visibility at darker hours.

The snow shovel clears a 12-inch wide path with a depth of six inches, discharging the snow up to 25 feet away despite its lightweight design. It provides a 45-minute runtime with the included batteries, reached in just 30 minutes of charging. It even has a lock-out button to protect you from accidental starts if your fingers start to grow cold and numb while tackling the job.

Best ongoing holiday 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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Tesla quietly removes range extender battery option on Cybertruck

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Tesla has quietly removed the Cybertruck’s range extender from the options in its online configurator.

Does Tesla still plan to bring the product to market?

When Tesla unveiled the production version of the Cybertruck in late 2023, there were two main disappointments: the price and the range.

The tri-motor version, which was the most popular in reservation tallies, was supposed to have over 500 miles of range and start at $70,000.

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Tesla now sells the tri-motor Cybertruck for $100,000 and only has a range of 320 miles.

As for the dual-motor Cybertruck, it was supposed to cost $50,000 and have over 300 miles of range. The reality is that it starts at $80,000, and it has 325 miles of range.

However, Tesla had devised a solution to bring the range closer to what it originally announced: a separate battery pack that sits in the truck’s bed. Tesla called it a “range extender.” It costs $16,000 and takes up a third of the Cybertruck’s bed.

Even though the Cybertruck has been in production for a year and a half at this point, the range extender has yet to launch.

Initially, Tesla said that it would come “early 2025”, but we reported that it was pushed to “mid-2025” late last year.

At the time, Tesla also reduced the range that the removable battery pack adds to the Cybertruck to “445+ miles” rather than “470+ miles” for the dual motor – a ~25-mile reduction in range.

Now, Tesla has removed the option from its online Cybertruck configurator. It used to take reservations for the range extender with a “$2,000 non-refundable deposit”, as seen on the image above, but now it’s not in the configurator at all at the time of writing.

It’s unclear if Tesla is not planning to launch the product anymore or if it is just pausing reservations.

In its specs page, Tesla still lists the achievable range of both versions of the Cybertruck with and without the range extender battery:

Electrek’s Take

I’m curious. Is it dead, or does Tesla just want to stop taking reservations for it?

At first, I was curious about the product even though I didn’t think it would make up for Tesla’s significant miss on Cybertruck specs.

However, after it was confirmed that it takes up 30% of your bed and that it needs to be installed and removed by Tesla at a service center, I think it’s pretty much dead on arrival at $16,000.

It’s going to be a product limited to only a few people at best. And now that’s if it makes it to market.

With the option being removed from the configurator, there’s no production timeline available. Again, the last one was “mid-2025”, which is soon.

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EcoFlow members can save up to 65% on power stations while supporting disaster relief during the 2025 Member’s Festival

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Portable power station specialist EcoFlow is kicking off its third annual Member’s Festival this month and is offering a unique new rewards program to those who become EcoFlow members. The 2025 EcoFlow Member’s Festival will offer savings of up to 65% for its participating customers, and a portion of those funds will be allocated toward rescue power solutions for communities around the globe through the company’s “Power for All” fund.

EcoFlow remains one of the industry leaders in portable power solutions and continues to trek forward in its vision to power a new tech-driven, eco-conscious future. Per its website:

Our mission from day one is to provide smart and eco-friendly energy solutions for individuals, families, and society at large. We are, were, and will continue to be a reliable and trusted energy companion for users around the world.

To achieve such goals, EcoFlow has continued to expand its portfolio of sustainable energy solutions to its community members, including portable power stations, solar generators, and mountable solar panels. While EcoFlow is doing plenty to support its growing customer base, it has expanded its reach by giving back to disaster-affected communities by helping bolster global disaster response efforts the best way it knows how– with portable power solutions.

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EcoFlow and its members look to provide “Power for All”

Since 2023, EcoFlow has collaborated with organizations worldwide as part of its “Power for All” mission. This initiative aims to ensure access to reliable and timely power to disaster-affected communities across the globe, including rescue agencies, affected hospitals, and shelters, to support rescue and recovery efforts.

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This fund most recently provided aid for communities affected by the recent Los Angeles wildfires, assistance to the Special Forces Charitable Trust (SFCT) in North Carolina following severe hurricanes, and support for non-profits engaged in hurricane preparedness in Florida and the Gulf Coast. Per Jodi Burns, CEO of the Special Forces Charitable Trust:

In the wake of devastating storms in Western North Carolina, reliable power was a critical need for the families we serve. Thanks to EcoFlow’s generous donation of generators, we were able to provide immediate relief, ensuring these families and their communities had access to power when they needed it most. We are so impressed with EcoFlow’s commitment to disaster response through their ‘Power for All’ program. It has made a tangible impact, and we are deeply grateful for their support and partnership in helping these families recover and rebuild.

In 2024, the US experienced 27 weather and climate events, each causing losses exceeding $1 billion, marking the second-highest annual total on record, according to National Centers for Environmental Information. The increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters underscore the critical need for reliable and timely power solutions during emergencies, much like EcoFlow and its members are helping provide through the “Power For All” initiative.

To support new and existing EcoFlow members, the company is celebrating its third annual Member’s Festival throughout April to offer a do-not-miss discount on its products and donate a portion of all sales to the “Power for All” fund to provide rescue power to those in need in the future. Learn how it all works below.

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Save big and give back during the 2025 Member’s Festival

As of April 1st, you can now sign up to become an EcoFlow member to participate in the company’s exclusive 2025 Member Festival.

As a member, you can earn “EcoFlow Power Points” by completing tasks like registration, referrals, and product purchases and tracking your individual efforts toward disaster preparedness and recovery.

Beginning April 4, EcoFlow members will also be able to take advantage of exclusive discounts of up to 65% off select portable power stations, including the DELTA Pro Ultra, DELTA Pro 3, DELTA 2 Max, DELTA 3 Plus, RIVER 3 Plus, and more. However, these sale prices only last through April 25, so you’ll want to move quickly!

Click here to learn more about EcoFlow’s “Power for All” campaign. To register for EcoFlow’s 2025 Member Festival in the US, visit the EcoFlow website. To register as a member in Canada, visit here.

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Tesla loses another top talent: its long-time head of software

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Tesla is losing another top talent: its long-time head of software, David Lau, has reportedly told co-workers that he is exiting the automaker.

Tesla changed how the entire auto industry looks at software.

Before Tesla, it was an afterthought; user interfaces were rudimentary, and you had to go to a dealership to get a software update on your systems.

When Tesla launched the Model S in 2012, it all changed. Your car would get better through software updates like your phone, the large center display was responsive with a UI that actually made sense and was closer to an iPad experience than a car.

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Tesla also integrated its software into its retail experience, service, and manufacturing.

David Lau deserves a lot of the credit for that.

He joined Tesla in 2012 as a senior manager of firmware engineering and quickly rose through the ranks. By 2014, he was promoted to director of firmware engineering and system integration, and in 2017, he became Vice President of software.

Lau listed the responsibilities of his team on his LinkedIn:

  • Vehicle Software:
    • Firmware for the powertrain, traction/stability control, HV electronics, battery management, and body control systems
    • UI software and underlying Embedded Linux platforms
    • Navigation and routing
    • iOS and Android Mobile apps
  • Distributed Systems:
    • Server-side software and infrastructure that provides telemetry, diagnostics, over-the-air updates, and configuration/lifecycle management
    • Data engineering and analytics platforms that power technical and business insights for an increasingly diverse set of customers across the company
    • Diagnostic tools and fleet management, Manufacturing and Automation:
  • Automation controls (PLC, robot)
    • Server-side manufacturing execution systems that power all of Tesla’s production operations
  • Product Security and Red Team for software, services, and systems across Tesla

Bloomberg reported today that Lau told his team he is leaving Tesla. The report didn’t include reasons for his stepping down.

Electrek’s Take

Twelve years at any company is a great run. At Tesla, it’s heroic. Congrats, David, on a great run. You undoubtedly had a significant impact on Tesla and software advancements in the broader auto industry.

He is another significant loss for Tesla, which has been losing a lot of top talent following a big wave of layoffs around this time last year.

I wonder who will take over. Michael Rizkalla, senior director of software engineering and vehicle firmware, is one of the most senior software engineers after Lau. He has been at Tesla for 7 years, and Tesla likes to promote within rather than hire outsiders.

There are also a lot of senior software execs working on AI at Tesla. Musk has been favoring them lately and he could fold Lau’s responsibilities under them.

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