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While many portable power stations are expensive, today’s New Green Deals shows that’s not always the case. With 178Wh of capacity and up to 45W USB-C PD output, alongside 120W AC and 2.4A USB-A, this portable power station from NEXPOWER is great for keeping on hand should the lights go out or you just need to run an off-grid campsite. It’s on sale for $90 today at Amazon, saving you $40 from its normal rate and marking a new low that we’ve tracked. We also have a wide selection of Tesla and e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that 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.

Enjoy 45W USB-C PD output with NEXPOWER’s power station

NEXPOWER-US (100% positive feedback past 12 months) via Amazon is offering its 178Wh Portable Power Station for $89.98 shipped. Down from $130, this marks a new all-time low that we’ve tracked at Amazon. This portable power station is great for having on-hand in case of a power outage or to run a campsite. For output, there’s some pretty solid options to choose from here. For instance, the USB-C PD port can deliver up to 45W of power, while the AC output maxes out at 120W sustained and the two USB-A ports cap off at 2.4A. On top of that, there’s a 2W LED flashlight built-in as well so you can use this power station to illuminate an area should the need arise. Continuing on, you’ll be able to use USB-C PD, solar panels, a wall outlet, or a 12V car charger to replenish the internal 178Wh battery for this portable power station, which gives you a wide range of charging options overall. Of course, being battery-powered, there’s no gas or oil required for this station to function.

Rad Power Bikes launches up to $500 off pre-Black Friday sale with new all-time lows

Rad Power Bikes is now ending the week today by launching a pre-Black Friday Holiday Haul sale that’s joining in on all of the other early holiday savings. This time around offering the best discounts of the year across its stable of popular e-bikes, there’s up to $500 in savings to be had while beating the end of November rush. Our top pick this time around is delivering a new all-time low on the RadCity 5 Plus Electric Bike, which now drops down to $1,699 shipped. Normally you’d pay $1,999, with today’s offer amounting to $300 in savings. This is $100 under our previous mention from earlier in the summer and a rare chance to save on top of being the best discount yet.

As one of the most capable electric vehicles in the Rad Power Bikes stable, the recently-released RadCity 5 Plus steps up to deliver a 750W rear hub motor that allows the vehicle to hit up to 20 MPH top speeds. Its range can hit as high as 45 miles with pedal assist, and the 60mm spring suspension fork leads to a smoother ride than other models. Throw in the refreshed LED displays, hydraulic disc breaks, and five different speed settings and you’re looking at quite the compelling option for commuters that you can read more.

Another highlight from the Rad Power Bikes early Black Friday sale is putting the RadRover 6 Plus in the spotlight with $500 in savings attached. This model is now down to $1,499 from its usual $1,999 price tag, undercutting our previous mention by an extra $150. This is a new all-time low and marks the first discount in a few months.

Back when we first reviewed the RadRover 6 Plus, we walked away quite impressed, calling it the biggest update Rad Power Bikes has ever launched. As for how that actually stacks up, you’re looking at a 750W motor that can carry 300 pounds of gear at a time; be it groceries from the store or another rider on the rear seat. There’s an over 45-mile range with a 20 MPH top speed, as well. The 7-speed drivetrain and front suspension adds to the experience, though my favorite aspect has to be the retro stylings.

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Juiced Bikes early Black Friday sale offers up to $500 off from $999

Juiced Bikes is launching a slew of early Black Friday deals with up to $500 in savings across its entire lineup. Our top pick from the sale is the Class 2 RipRacer, which is down to $999 shipped from its normal $1,299 list price. This $300 discount marks the first time that we’ve seen Juiced offered for less than $1,000. The class 2 RipRacer has the ability to reach speeds of 20 MPH which is perfect for riding around town this fall and even into the winter and spring. The fat tires on the bike mean you’ll be able to handle sand, dirt, and even some snow with ease as well. The battery can last for up to 35 miles per charge, and you’ll even find an AirTag compartment built into the bike so you can track it should something happen. If the RipRacer doesn’t cut it for you though, then be sure to check out the rest of the Juiced Bikes sale that’s going on with up to $500 in savings across various models. Plus, check out our hands-on review of the RipRacer to learn more about what it has to offer.

Juiced Bikes is launching a slew of early Black Friday deals with up to $500 in savings across its entire lineup. Our top pick from the sale is the Class 2 RipRacer, which is down to $999 shipped from its normal $1,299 list price. This $300 discount marks the first time that we’ve seen Juiced offered for less than $1,000. The class 2 RipRacer has the ability to reach speeds of 20 MPH which is perfect for riding around town this fall and even into the winter and spring. The fat tires on the bike mean you’ll be able to handle sand, dirt, and even some snow with ease as well. The battery can last for up to 35 miles per charge, and you’ll even find an AirTag compartment built into the bike so you can track it should something happen. If the RipRacer doesn’t cut it for you though, then be sure to check out the rest of the Juiced Bikes sale that’s going on with up to $500 in savings across various models. Plus, check out our hands-on review of the RipRacer to learn more about what it has to offer.

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New Tesla deals

After checking out the portable power station on sale above, if you keep read, you’ll find a selection of new green deals that will make your Tesla experience better in multiple areas. From storage to keep recordings on to phone mounts, car chargers, and anything else we can find, it’ll be listed below. Each day we’ll do our best to find new and exciting deals and ways for you to save on fun accessories for your Tesla, making each trip unique. For more gift ideas and deals, check out the best Tesla shop. Keep reading on for e-bike, Greenworks, and other great deals.

New e-bike deals + electric scooter discounts

You can use an e-bike or electric scooter for fun, exercise, or even transportation to and from work or the coffee shop. We have several people here that will regularly commute to coffee shops or offices on their e-bike, as it cuts down on fossil fuel usage as well as allows them to enjoy some time outdoors on nice sunny days. Below, you’ll find a wide selection of new e-bike deals and electric scooter deal in all price ranges, so give it a look if that’s something you’d be interested in picking up. As always, the newest e-bike deal and electric scooter discounts and sales will be at the top, so shop quick as the discounts are bound to go away soon.

Additional New Green Deals

After shopping the portable power station on sale above, be sure to check out the other discounts we found today. These new green deals are wide-ranging from outdoor lawn equipment to anything else we find that could save you money in various ways, be that cutting gas and oil out of your life or just enjoying other amenities that energy-saving gear can bring. As always, the newest deals will be at the top, so shop quick as the discounts are bound to go away soon.

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Saudi Aramco posts drop in quarterly revenues amid lower crude, oil products prices

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Saudi Aramco posts drop in quarterly revenues amid lower crude, oil products prices

Members of media chat before the start of a press conference by Aramco at the Plaza Conference Center in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia November 3, 2019. 

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Saudi Aramco on Tuesday posted a drop in second-quarter revenues, citing lower crude oil and refined chemical products prices that were only partially offset by higher traded volumes.

The world’s largest oil company declared an adjusted net income of 92.04 billion Saudi riyal ($24.5 billion) over the three months to the end of June. The result compares with a forecast of adjusted net income of $23.7 billion, according to an analyst survey estimate supplied by the company.

Second-quarter revenues dropped to 378.83 billion Saudi riyals from 425.71 billion Saudi riyal in the same period of the previous year.

“Market fundamentals remain strong and we anticipate oil demand in the second half of 2025 to be more than two million barrels per day higher than the first half,” Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said in a Tuesday statement accompanying the results.

Crude prices have stayed depressed over the course of the year, barring a brief second-quarter flare-up sparked by Israel-Iran tensions. Futures have been under pressure from an uncertain outlook for demand, exacerbated since April by the rollout of Washington’s wide-spanning tariffs. The protectionist trade measures muddy the picture for growth in the world’s largest economy and the future of the U.S. dollar, which denominates most commodities — including crude oil.

Aramco’s income is set to see a boost from higher output, after Saudi Arabia – and seven other OPEC and non-OPEC partners — complete unwinding 2.2 million barrels per day of voluntary cuts through a last tranche in September. Saudi Arabia most recently produced 9.356 million barrels per day in June, according to independent analyst estimates compiled in OPEC’s Monthly Oil Market Report.

Aramco has increasingly tapped debt markets, with two issuances totalling $9 billion in the second half of 2024 and a three-part bond sale of $5 billion this year.  

Front of mind for investors is the dividend policy at Aramco, which in March slashed investor returns for 2025 to $85.4 billion — down sharply from the $124.2 billion of 2024 — after a first-quarter decline in net profits. Aramco declared a base dividend of $21.1 billion and a performance-linked dividend of $0.2 billion in the third quarter.

The company’s dividend yield stood at 5.5% as of Monday, still ahead of U.S. industry peer Exxon Mobil‘s 3.6% and Chevron‘s 4.5%, according to FactSet data.

Aramco’s payouts ripple sharply into the budget of Saudi Arabia, which has been juggling diversifying its economy away from oil reliance under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s signature Vision 2030 program. Saudi Arabia’s gross domestic product expanded by 3.9% in the second quarter, boosted by non-oil activities.

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California’s grid gets a record power assist from a 100k home battery fleet

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More than 100,000 home batteries across California stepped up as a virtual power plant last week in a scheduled test event, and the results were impressive, according to new analysis from The Brattle Group.

Sunrun was the largest aggregator, Tesla was the largest OEM, and most of the batteries were enrolled
in California’s Demand-Side Grid Support (DSGS) program.

Sunrun’s distributed battery fleet delivered more than two-thirds of the energy during a scheduled two-hour grid support test on July 29. In total, the event pumped an average of 535 megawatts (MW) onto the grid – enough to power over half of San Francisco.

The event, run between 7 and 9 pm, was coordinated by the California Energy Commission, CAISO (California Independent System Operator), and utilities to prepare for stress on the grid during August and September heat waves. And it worked.

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Sunrun alone averaged over 360 MW during the two-hour window. The batteries kicked in right when electricity demand typically spikes in the evening, acting just like a traditional power plant, but from people’s homes.

Brattle’s analysis found that the battery output made a visible dent in statewide grid load, when the power is needed most. “Performance was consistent across the event, without major fluctuations or any attrition,” said Ryan Hledik, a principal at The Brattle Group. He called it “dependable, planning-grade performance at scale.”

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Residential batteries, Hledik explained, don’t just help shave off demand during critical hours; they can reduce the need for new power plants entirely. “They can serve CAISO’s net peak, reduce the need to invest in new generation capacity, and relieve strain on the system associated with the evening load ramp,” he said.

This isn’t a one-off. Sunrun’s fleet already helped drop peak demand earlier this summer, delivering 325 MW during a similar event on June 24. The company compensates customers up to $150 per battery per season for participating.

Sunrun CEO Mary Powell summed it up: “Distributed home batteries are a powerful and flexible resource that reliably delivers power to the grid at a moment’s notice, benefiting all households by preventing blackouts, alleviating peak demand, and reducing extreme price spikes.”

Read more: The US’s largest virtual power plant now runs on 75,000 home batteries


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Hyundai’s new Elexio electric SUV, which is built in China, could be sold in overseas markets. The CEO of Hyundai Australia calls it “a promising vehicle” that could help the company regain market share from Tesla, BYD, and others.

Will Hyundai’s new Elexio SUV be sold overseas?

The Elexio SUV is the first dedicated electric vehicle from Hyundai’s joint venture with BAIC in China, Beijing Hyundai.

After unveiling it for the first time in May, Hyundai is preparing to launch the new Elexio in China in the next few weeks.

According to a new report, Hyundai’s new electric SUV could be sold in overseas markets, including Australia. Don Romano, the CEO of Hyundai Australia, told journalists (via EV Central) last week during the launch event for the new IONIQ 9 that the company has done a “terrible job” with its EVs so far.

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“And the only explanation for that is that we haven’t put enough focus into it,” he explained. However, Romano promises the automaker will do better.

Hyundai plans to boost marketing and support its dealership network, which only began selling IONIQ EV models a little over a year ago.

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The Hyundai Elexio electric SUV (Source: Beijing Hyundai)

In what mostly went under the radar, Romano also suggested the new Elexio SUV could arrive in Australia. “It’s under evaluation now,” he said, adding, “it’s definitely a promising vehicle.”

Despite this, it may have a few hurdles to clear. Hyundai’s Australian boss explained, “I still have work to do to ensure that it’s the right vehicle in the right segment at the right price for our market. And I have not reached that level yet.”

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Hyundai Elexio electric SUV interior (Source: Beijing Hyundai)

Romano told journalists that a final decision needs to be made “in the next 60 to 90 days,” and to check back in three months when he will have a definitive answer.

Hyundai Australia is also looking to launch the IONIQ 2, a smaller, more affordable EV to sit between the Inster EV and Kona Electric.

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Hyundai Elexio SUV (Source: Beijing Hyundai)

Romano said, “It’s a potential opportunity,” but didn’t provide any details. He said, at this point, he’s just glad Hyundai is producing it. “Now I just need to get the details and find out, will it fit into our overall product plan and create enough demand to where it becomes a viable option for us? So my initial thought is absolutely. Yep.” Hyundai Australia’s boss told journalists.

The new EVs would help Hyundai, which has been struggling to keep pace in the transition to electric, compete in Australia and other overseas markets.

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Hyundai Elexio electric SUV during global testing (Source: Beijing Hyundai)

As of June 2025, Hyundai has sold only 853 EVs in Australia. In comparison, Tesla has sold 14,146 electric vehicles, and BYD has sold over 8,300. Even Kia is selling more EVs in Australia, with 4,402 units sold in the first six months of the year.

Measuring 4,615 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,673 mm in height, Hyundai’s electric SUV is slightly smaller than the Tesla Model Y.

It recently underwent three consecutive crash tests among several other global evaluations, consistently outperforming benchmarks. Based on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform that powers nearly all Hyundai and Kia EVs, the Elexio has a CLTC driving range of up to 435 miles (700 km)

Hyundai is set to launch it in China in the third quarter of 2025. Prices have yet to be announced, but it’s expected to start at around 140,000 yuan ($19,500).

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