Formula E’s faster Gen3 car starts season 9 Saturday in Mexico City
Formula E is back for the start of season nine this weekend at the high-altitude Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City.
The season includes the new faster, lighter, and much more angular Gen3 car, new tracks, and more.
This is the first time Formula E has opened a season in Mexico City, with the last four seasons being launched in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. Unlike the last few seasons, the opening race is not a doubleheader this time around – there will only be one race, on Saturday, so if you wait until Sunday to tune in, you’ll miss the live action.
At nearly 2,300m/7,500ft altitude, Mexico City’s track provides an excellent demonstration of the strengths of electric drive. Combustion vehicles that race there have to contend with thinner air, which means less efficient combustion and lower engine power. With electric drive, this isn’t a worry – electric motors work equally well at any elevation.
New car
The most exciting change this year is the new car, which is a big change from last year’s car. The Gen3 spec looks very different than before, with a much more angular look.
They’re also smaller in every dimension – length, width, wheelbase, height, and most importantly weight. Smaller cars mean there’s more room on the track, which can potentially mean more overtakes on track. Smaller, lighter cars also perform better, since there’s less weight to push around in turns or during acceleration or braking.
But the biggest and most interesting change is in the powertrain. In addition to a boost to 350kW of power (as compared to 250kW in Gen2) and top speed of 200mph, the Gen3 car also has an additional 250kW front motor specifically for regenerative braking. This makes the Formula E Gen3 car the first Formula car to have both front and rear powertrains.
This means the car is capable of regenerating up to 600kW of power under braking, more than double what it could last year. So the cars will be more efficient and, therefore, able to go further and faster.
In fact, there’s so much energy recovery available from the motors that the car won’t even have rear brakes. Instead of rear friction brakes, the car relies only on its 350kW motor for rear braking. It still has front friction brakes, given that the front axle does the majority of work during braking due to load transfer, but the front brakes won’t need to be as large since they’re backed up by the front motor.
That said, these two powertrains do not make the Gen3 car an all-wheel drive vehicle. Like other formula cars, it still gets all of its acceleration power from the rear axle. But theoretically it would be possible to move to all-wheel drive without a significant car redesign, so we wonder if that might be in the Gen3 car’s future.
That power now goes through Hankook instead of Michelin tires, as Formula E has changed tire suppliers for the first time. But the tires will remain all-weather, treaded tires, suitable for street racing even in wet(-ish) conditions, rather than racing slicks like most racing cars use, which offer much better grip in dry conditions. So between a more powerful rear motor and all-weather tires, Formula E cars will continue to be squirrelly on corner exit, testing driver skill at every turn.
So there isn’t that much of a change in balance during acceleration, but the new car should offer a totally different braking experience, which will take the drivers some time to get used to, especially the first time they take to the track in anger this weekend. We expect some interesting passing opportunities in the early half of the season.
That 600kW of total system regenerative braking capacity is relevant in another way, too. The car’s battery is capable of up to 600kW DC quick charging. Not only does this get used in the race by the braking system, but Formula E plans to add mid-race charging pit stops this year.
In races with these pit stops, the series will require that every driver make a short charging stop, and doing so will unlock activations of “attack mode,” a higher power mode which gives the cars a boost in energy for a few minutes at a time. This change should add more passing and dynamism to the race, while also demonstrating 600kW charging, twice the speed of the fastest consumer chargers.
All of this put together resulted in cars going about half a second faster around the test track in Valencia during pre-season testing last month, part of which was in wet conditions, which meant teams didn’t get as many dry laps as they’d like. While half a second doesn’t sound like a lot, it’s quite a bit in racing – and it’s also a comparison between an outgoing powertrain and an incoming one.
Whenever technology changes happen, it takes a while for teams and drivers to get used to them, and for changes this significant, we can imagine there will be quite a learning curve. We wouldn’t be surprised if the cars end up even faster after shaking out the new technology through the rest of the season.
New tracks
The race calendar is the biggest change we’ve seen in a while, with four new circuits that Formula E has never raced on before: Hyderabad, India; Cape Town, South Africa; São Paulo, Brazil; and Portland, Oregon.
As with other Formula E seasons, particularly during the time of COVID, the calendar is subject to change. Previously the series planned to race again in Seoul, South Korea, which closed out the last season of racing. But that race had to be cancelled due to renovations and was replaced by Cape Town. But the four new circuits still need to be certified by the FIA for race preparedness, so it’s entirely possible we will see some changes to the calendar.
Hyderabad will host the first Formula E race in India, home of Mahindra racing, a longstanding fan favorite team in the series. Cape Town isn’t the first time Formula E has visited Africa – but the other visits have been in North Africa, so it’s the first sub-Saharan site the series has visited. São Paulo is the first time Formula E has visited race-obsessed Brazil, a country with a long history and rabid fanbase in motorsport, though the series has visited nearby Uruguay, Argentina, and Chile many times. And Portland will be the fourth location in the United States that has seen a Formula E race, behind Long Beach, Miami and New York. We’ve now seen one race in each corner of the United States. (Sorry middle America – you’re next perhaps?)
Other changes
One long-awaited rule change, at least amongst motorsport fans, is the end of FanBoost.
FanBoost was conceived in the original season of Formula E as a way to drive fan engagement. Fans could vote for their favorite driver on social media and the top three drivers would get a short boost of power they could use at any point during the race.
While it rarely had a big effect on racing, especially in recent years as the boosts got shorter, many motorsport fans immediately dismissed the series thinking that FanBoost sullied the purity of it all (as motorsport fans are wont to say about … almost everything).
As happens every season and even mid-season, drivers have shifted from team to team and even the teams have made some shifts as well.
Defending champion Stoffel Vandoorne, who won last year with Mercedes, has shifted to DS Penske (formerly DS Techeetah), alongside two-time champion Jean-Eric Vergne. Mercedes was last year’s constructor’s champion, but they have left the series, and their team is now in the hands of McLaren.
In addition to McLaren taking over for Mercedes, we’ve had other team changes as well. Nissan has taken full ownership of the e.dams team, the ABT team is back with the help of Cupra after missing last year due to ending their relationship with Audi, DS has cut ties with Techeetah and partnered with Penske instead, and Maserati has taken over the ROKiT Venturi team in their first return to racing as a constructor since the 1950s.
Several drivers have shifted teams or departed the series (including veteran and longtime EV advocate Alexander Sims, who we’re sad to see go). But we want to focus on the two new drivers: Sacha Fenestraz and Jake Hughes.
Fenestraz participated in the very last race of last season (taking over for Giovinazzi after a hand injury), so he’s essentially a rookie this year. He’s a French former Formula Renault Eurocup champion and has been a Formula E reserve driver for Jaguar for the last few seasons.
Hughes has raced in several series, and is a former champion of the BRDC Formula 4, now known as the GB3 championship, which is the top single-seater racing category in Britain, where Hughes hails from. He served as a reserve and development driver for Mercedes’ team for the last two seasons and will start racing this weekend, with McLaren.
The racing starts on Saturday January 14 at 2:00 pm local Mexico City time, which is noon Pacific Time, 3:00 pm Eastern and 8:00 pm UTC. The race will be aired on CBS Sports Network in the United States (though it looks like it will be shown delayed at 11:30 pm Eastern). Practice sessions will be streamed on YouTube.
If you’re not in the United States, you can check the Formula E website for ways to watch in your country. If you can’t find a way to watch the race live, Formula E usually uploads race highlights to their youtube channel within days, though we don’t know whether they’ll be posting full races on there as this seems to change season to season.
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Even with the new US auto tariffs, Hyundai is not planning to raise vehicle prices anytime soon. Hyundai Motor Company, along with Kia, is ramping up EV production in the US as it shifts its focus to larger electric SUVs. The new IONIQ 9 and Kia EV9 are a key part of Hyundai’s growth plans.
Hyundai and Kia bet on electric SUVs in the US
Hyundai reached a milestone last month, surpassing 17 million vehicles sold in the US since its entry into the market in 1986.
The Korean automaker said the feat “underscores Hyundai’s position as a major force in the US auto industry and sets the stage for continued success in the years ahead.”
Even with the Trump administration eliminating federal electric vehicle incentives, Hyundai is moving ahead. After delivering the first IONIQ 9 models to customers last month, Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV is already earning praise with impressive range, interior space, and style.
It’s also relatively affordable for a three-row electric SUV with starting prices at just over $60,500. Hyundai sold 302 IONIQ 9 models in May, its first month on the market, but it’s quickly ramping up output in Georgia.
The IONIQ 9 is built at the new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), alongside the popular IONIQ 5.
Hyundai’s new EV plant is capable of producing up to 300,000 vehicles annually. However, output could be increased to around 500,000 if needed.
Although IONIQ 5 sales slipped last month (-12%) to 3,898 units, they are still up through the first five months of 2025. Hyundai has sold nearly 16,000 IONIQ 5s in the US through May, representing a 6% increase from the same period last year.
Hyundai has upgraded the 2025 IONIQ 5, which now offers increased range (up to 318 miles), enhanced style both inside and out, and an NACS port, allowing you to recharge at Tesla Superchargers.
Like the new IONIQ 5, Hyundai’s three-row IONIQ 9 has a built-in NACS charge port. Prices for the base 2026 IONIQ 9 RWD S start at $60,555 (including destination), with a range of up to 335 miles. Hyundai’s three-row electric SUV boasts more interior space than a Ford Explorer with up to 2,472 liters (87 cubic feet).
Both the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 are eligible for the $7,500 EV tax credit, while it’s still here. Like Hyundai, Kia is betting on its three-row electric SUV, the EV9, to help drive growth in the US.
| 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Model | EV Powertrain | Drivetrain | Driving Range (miles) |
Starting Price (including destination fee) |
Lease Price (per month for June 2025): |
| IONIQ 9 RWD S | 160-kW (215-HP) Electric Motor |
Rear- Wheel Drive |
335 | $60,555 | $419 |
| IONIQ 9 AWD SE | 226.1 kW (303-HP) Dual Electric Motors |
All-Wheel Drive |
320 | $64,365 | $449 |
| IONIQ 9 AWD SEL | 226.1-kW (303-HP) Dual Electric Motors |
All-Wheel Drive |
320 | $67,920 | $499 |
| IONIQ 9 AWD PERFORMANCE LIMITED |
314.6-kW (422-HP) Dual Electric Motors |
All-Wheel Drive |
311 | $72,850 | $589 |
| IONIQ 9 AWD PERFORMANCE CALLIGRAPHY |
314.6-kW (422-HP) Dual Electric Motors |
All-Wheel Drive |
311 | $76,590 | $689 |
| IONIQ 9 AWD PERFORMANCE CALLIGRAPHY DESIGN |
314.6-kW (422-HP) Dual Electric Motors |
All-Wheel Drive |
311 | $78,090 | $729 |
Kia only sold 37 EV9 models last month, which is likely due to the 2025 model year selling out. The 2026 Kia EV9 is now arriving at US dealers across the US.
After cutting lease prices again last month to just $179 per month, the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the most affordable EVs on the market.
Although it has just become available, the 2026 IONIQ 9 is surprisingly affordable, with a generous $13,000 lease cash offer available right now. It’s currently listed starting at just $419 per month.
For even more savings, Hyundai is offering a free ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 charger with the purchase of any new 2026 IONIQ 9 or 2025 IONIQ 5
Looking to test one out for yourself? We can help you get started. You can use our links below to find deals on Hyundai and Kia EV models in your area.
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Rad Power’s new RadRunner Plus and Max e-bikes get free consoles from $1,799+, Greenworks, Worx, electric composters, more
Today’s Green Deals are being led by the first and second-ever deals on Rad Power’s latest RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bikes, which are getting free center cargo consoles along with your purchase of either model, starting from $1,799. We also spotted the Greenworks 60V 20-inch Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer dropping to a new $165 low, while the Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw has fallen to $109. There’s also a new low price on NutriChef’s 3L Electric Kitchen Composter for $171, as well as an alternative smart model. Lastly, we have Anker’s eufy SoloCam S220 Solar Security Camera back at its $65 low. Plus, there’s all the rest of the hangover Green Deals in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s $580+ launch savings on the new Hiboy EX6F Folding e-bike, the exclusive $2,800 savings on the Mango Power E 3,500Wh CATL station, 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.
Get free center cargo consoles with orders of Rad Power’s new RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max e-bikes from $1,799
With the popularity of Rad Power Bikes’ new RadRunner Plus and RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bikes driving the stock to sell out, the brand is now offering a backorder promotion through June 25. By ordering either the RadRunner Plus e-bike at $1,799 shipped and/or the RadRunner Max e-bike at $2,299 shipped within the timeframe, you’ll be getting a free center cargo console along with your purchase (Up to a $129 value) – just be sure to add both to your cart from the individual landing pages for the automatic discount to apply. It appears as though, while backordered, it won’t take all that long to arrive as the listing pages are labeled “Estimated by June 25th.” This is the first-ever deal we’ve seen offered on the Plus model, while the Max model got a five-day preorder deal for an extra battery back at the top of May. Head below to learn about these two advanced and versatile rides, or check out our original launch coverage here.
Rad Power’s RadRunner Plus is a passenger-ready utility e-bike that comes with a 750W rear hub motor paired to a 624Wh SafeShield battery in order to provide up to 55+ miles of support through the five pedal assistance levels, reaching top speeds of 20 MPH, and being compatible with the brand’s new Range Extender (along with the Max model). As you may notice, this model comes ready to offer rides, as the rear cargo rack features a passenger seat (and 120-pound payload), retractable foot pegs, and a protective wheel skirt. There are tons of great features on this model, like the passcode protections over the controls so only you can have access, as well as the front suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, puncture-protected all-terrain tires, a color display with a USB port, and more.
On the other side of the promotion is Rad Power’s RadRunner Max e-bike, which comes with even more advanced systems. To start, there’s the 750W rear hub motor and 672Wh semi-integrated battery pairing for 60+ miles of pedal-assisted travel (120+ with the range extender and an additional battery) and a 28 MPH top speed. Like the other models under the brand’s flag, there is a throttle for electric-only riding, though this significantly reduces travel ranges to 19+ miles. As I mentioned, this model comes with the most advanced smart features, including Apple Find My, Bluetooth proximity locking, a radar with a 100-meter range (328 feet), and more. You’ll also have a heightened riding experience from the Exsho suspension, hydraulic brakes, multi-surface puncture-resistant tires, rear cargo rack (120-pound payload), and others.
Running alongside this promotion through June 25 is Rad Power’s ongoing Father’s Day Sale offers, with up to $600 in discounts across five other e-bike models – all starting from the RadExpand 5 e-bike’s new $999 low.
Hit the perfect angles with Greenworks’ 60V 20-inch cordless pole hedge trimmer at a new $165 low
Amazon is offering the Greenworks 60V 20-inch Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer for $164.99 shipped and also matching in price directly from the brand’s website. This newer model hit the scene back in September 2024, carrying a $300 price tag, which we’ve only seen brought down to $230 a few times before and $225 last month. Today’s deal takes the price lower than ever, cutting $135 off the tag to land at a new all-time low price.
Sometimes, keeping your hedges and taller shrubbery pruned takes extra reach and this Greenworks 60V pole trimmer is ready to tackle the job. The included 2.0Ah battery provides it with a 45-minute runtime, while the 20-inch dual-action, laser-cut blades can handle branches up to 1.2 inches thick. The pole extends for 7.5 feet of additional reach for those hard-to-access areas, with the head able to pivot between seven different positions. Like all the other tools under the brand’s flag, this model starts up at the press of a button, tossing out pull-string annoyances along with the fumes and noise associated with gas motors.
Worx’s Nitro 20V 5-inch cordless mini chainsaw goes where larger models can’t reach at $109
Amazon is offering the Worx Nitro 20V 5-inch Cordless Mini Chainsaw for $109 shipped. Normally, you’d pay $150 for this device at full price, but the 27% markdown we’re seeing is cutting $41 from that tag. While we’ve seen it go lower to $100 and the $99 low in the past – the latter last being seen during Black Friday and Christmas sales – you’re otherwise getting the third-lowest price we have tracked, coming in just $10 above the low.
The compact design of Worx’s Nitro mini chainsaw makes it an ideal tool for working in tight spaces, especially for pruning jobs in your garden or heavily populated areas of your lawn. The 5-inch bar and chain is kept lubricated by the automatic oiler and can make up to 160 cuts with the included 2.0Ah battery on a single charge, able to perform at a cutting speed of 33 feet per second. It starts up by squeezing the trigger, complete with a range of built-in safety features to maintain control and comfort.
Get low-cost soil from food scraps with this compact NutriChef electric composter at a new $171 low
Amazon is offering the Nutrichef 3L Electric Kitchen Composter for $171.11 shipped. While it’s been carrying a $270 price tag at Amazon (and a $350 MSRP directly from the brand), we’ve been seeing a steady stream of falls that drop the price lower and lower since April, with the 37% markdown here today being the best we have tracked. This model comes in as a more budget-friendly alternative to higher-end competitors, like Govee’s smart electric composter, with the price here sitting $179 under its MSRP at a new all-time low.
A simpler and more budget-friendly means to turn food scraps into low-cost soil, NutriChef’s 3L electric kitchen composter will support your gardening efforts through its drying, crushing, and cooling functions. The compact design saves space and allows folks with smaller apartments to get in on the composting action – all without any worry over odors filling your space thanks to the filtration system. You’ll have simplified controls on its display, including the means to activate its self-cleaning mode, but doesn’t offer any remote smart controls like we’ve seen elsewhere.
If you would prefer having those smarter capabilities alongside the composting functionality, you’ll currently find Govee’s Smart Electric Composter at $300.99 shipped, after redeeming/using the on-page 30% off promo code, bringing it down from $430. You’ll be able to monitor and control its setting through the companion app, with options to go hands-free via voice commands by connecting it to your Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. It comes with two changeable filters to contain foul odors, as well as three different operating modes and tons of safety notifications for when anything goes wrong.
Anker’s solar-charging eufy SoloCam S220 only requires three hours of sun to keep running at its $65 low
By way of its official eufy Amazon storefront, Anker is offering a returning low price on its SoloCam S220 Solar Security Camera for $64.99 shipped while also matching in price directly from the brand’s website. It’s coming down off its $100 price tag, which we’ve been seeing more regularly drop to $70, with an uptick in falls to the $65 low over the last six months. That low price is back again today, giving you a $35 markdown off the going rate for another shot at the best price we have tracked.
Anker’s eufy SoloCam S220 tosses out the need for constant recharging by you thanks to the integrated solar panel that only requires “3 hours of sunlight daily to keep it running.” The brand promises a fast and easy installation by “drilling one hole, once,” with the entire thing also ready to stand against adverse weather with its IP67 waterproof and dustproof construction.
With everything installed and running, you’ll have 2K views of everything and anything that goes on in front of its lens, complete with infrared LEDs and an f/1.6 aperture for clearer night vision. As you would expect from a smart camera, this model has AI that can detect when people enter your yard, with there even being facial recognition available when connected to HomeBase 3. Another standout that’s always nice to have is the lack of any additional fees or costs to keep it running.
Best Spring EV deals!
- Segway Xyber e-bike (first post-launch discount): $3,000 (Reg. $3,300)
- Aventon Ramblas Electric Mountain Bike: $2,599 (Reg. $2,899)
- Ride1Up Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive Gates Belt CVT e-bike: $2,595 (Reg. $2,795)
- Heybike Hero Carbon Fiber All-Terrain 750W mid-drive e-bike: $2,599 (Reg. $3,099)
- Ride1Up Revv 1 DRT Off-Road Moped-Style e-bike: $2,495 (Reg. $2,595)
- Ride1Up Revv 1 Full Suspension Moped-Style e-bike: $2,395 (Reg. $2,595)
- Rad Power RadRunner Max Cargo Utility e-bike with free console: $2,299 (No price cut)
- Segway Xafari e-bike (first post-launch discount): $2,200 (Reg. $2,400)
- Heybike Hero Carbon Fiber All-Terrain 1,000W rear-hub e-bike: $2,299 (Reg. $2,599)
- Ride1Up Prodigy v2 Brose Mid-Drive 9-Speed e-bike: $2,195 (Reg. $2,495)
- Lectric XPedition 2.0 35Ah Cargo e-bike w/ up to $723 bundle: $1,999 (Reg. $2,722)
- Tenways AGO X All-Terrain e-bike with $307 bundle: $1,999 (Reg. $2,499)
- Rad Power RadRunner Plus Cargo Utility e-bike with free console: $1,799 (No price cut)
- Lectric XPedition 2.0 26Ah Cargo e-bike w/ $574 bundle: $1,699 (Reg. $2,273)
- Aventon Aventure 2 All-Terrain e-bike: $1,699 (Reg. $1,999)
- Lectric XPeak 2.0 Long-Range Off-Road e-bike with $316 bundle: $1,699 (Reg. $1,915)
- Aventon Level 2 Commuter e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,899)
- Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike: $1,599 (Reg. $1,999)
- Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus Commuter e-bike: $1,499 (Reg. $1,699)
- Rad Power RadTrike Electric Tricycle (rare discount): $1,499 (Reg. $1,699)
- Rad Power RadWagon 4 Cargo e-bike with free caboose: $1,499 (Reg. $1,799)
- Lectric XPeak 2.0 Standard Off-Road e-bike with $227 bundle: $1,499 (Reg. $1,726)
- Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike with $118 bundle: $1,599 (Reg. $1,899)
- Velotric Nomad 1 Plus All-Terrain e-bike: $1,499 (Reg. $1,899)
- Lectric XP Trike with $474 bundle: $1,499 (Reg. $1,973)
- Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus Step-Thru Fat Tire e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,599)
- Velotric T1 ST Plus e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,649)
- Aventon Sinch 2 Folding e-bike: $1,399 (Reg. $1,699)
- Lectric XPedition 2.0 13Ah Cargo e-bike with $375 bundle: $1,399 (Reg. $1,774)
- Ride1Up Roadster V3 Lightweight Premium e-bike: $1,395 (Reg. $1,495)
- Lectric XPress 750 Commuter e-bikes with $336 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,635)
- Velotric Discover 1 Plus Commuter e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,699)
- Lectric XP4 750 LR Folding Utility e-bikes with $356 bundle: $1,299 (Reg. $1,655)
- Heybike Brawn Off-Road e-bike: $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
- Lectric XP Lite 2.0 JW Black LR e-bike with $385 bundle: $1,099 (Reg. $1,484)
- Ride1Up Portola Folding e-bike with BOGO accessory promo: $995 (Reg. $1,095)
- Lectric XP4 Standard Folding Utility e-bikes with $79 bundle: $999 (Reg. $1,078)
- Lectric XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bikes (clearance price cut): $999 (Reg. $1,199)
- Lectric XP Lite 2.0 Long-Range e-bikes with up to $385 bundles: $999 (Reg. $1,384)
- Heybike Mars 2.0 Folding Fat-Tire e-bike: $999 (Reg. $1,499)
- Hiboy EX6F Folding e-bike (new model – two launch savings): $950 (Reg. $1,580)
- Rad Power RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike (new low): $999 (Reg. $1,599)
- Segway ZT3 Pro All-Terrain eKickScooter: $915 (Reg. $1,300)
- Navee ST3 Pro Electric Scooter (new model):
$850$760 (Reg. $1,014) - NIU KQi 200F Electric Scooter (new low): $629 (Reg. $799)
- Navee GT3 Pro Electric Scooter (new model):
$550$520 (Reg. $714)
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.
- Get a sizeable 3,500Wh CATL battery capacity through Mango’s Power E station with $2,800 in exclusive savings at $999
- Hiboy kicks off its sixth anniversary with $580+ in launch savings on its new EX6F low-step folding e-bike from $950, more
- Here’s your second chance at ECOVACS’ Goat O1000 RTK robot mower with a fish-eye cam for an $850 low (Reg. $1,000), more
- Get an adaptive cut with this Worx Nitro 40V 21-inch cordless mower and two 5.0Ah batteries at new $289 low (Reg. $400)
- EcoFlow extends Father’s Day Sale with new bundles like the DELTA 2 Max with a 500W panel at $1,405 (Reg. $2,699)
- Pick up Bluetti’s AC180P 1,440Wh LiFePO4 power station with exclusive $438 savings to a new $461 low (Reg. $899+)
- Automate pool skimming with Aiper’s latest solar-charging Surfer S2 robot at a new $306 low (Reg. $400)
- Segway’s ZT3 Pro eKickScooter with smart features and a 43.5-mile range at best post-launch price of $915 (Reg. $1,100+)
- Carry Anker’s SOLIX C300 DC power station with pop-up camping light for mobile device charging at $170 (Reg. $250), more
- Cut through the storm cleanup this season with Greenworks’ 24V 12-inch cordless compact chainsaw at $130 (Reg. $190)
- Cover 1/2 an acre with this Greenworks 40V 25-inch cordless self-propelled mower and two 4.0Ah batteries at $525 (Reg. $700)
- Keep up to four DEWALT batteries going with this 20V Max 4-port rapid charger at 168 (Reg. up to $329)
- Make quick work of trees and shrubbery with EGO’s 56V 14-inch cordless electric chainsaw at $189 (Reg. $229)
- Aerate soil before planting with Greenworks’ 40V 10-inch cordless tiller/cultivator at $206 (Reg. $280)
- Electrified Weekly – Father’s Day sales on Lectric and Rad Power e-bikes and power stations from Anker, EcoFlow, Jackery, more
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Jeep may have a secret to unlock even more capability with its upcoming electric off-roader. A new patent suggests that Jeep’s new Recon might just be the Wrangler of EVs, as the brand has been promising.
Will Jeep’s new Recon be the Wrangler of EVs?
Built from the ground up with its signature 4×4 off-road system, Jeep says the Recon EV will be its first true off-road electric SUV.
When it was first unveiled as a concept in 2022, Jeep said the Recon was “inspired by the legendary Wrangler” with features like removable doors and windows.
A newly discovered patent suggests that the Recon will borrow more than just its looks from the Wrangler, including its legendary off-road capabilities. The patent, filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), is for a three speed gearbox for EVs. It was published on May 1, 2025.
Most current electric vehicles use a single-speed gearbox, which is perfect for everyday travel. Rather than sacrificing range or performance, Stellantis has a better idea for added on and off-road capability.
The new unit features two planetary gear sets and three clutches, allowing for three distinct gear ratios. The first gear limits output speed with more torque for off-roading, rock crawling, and towing. It also improves control on sand, snow, mud, and more.
The second gear is more useful during typical everyday driving, while the third is designed to improve efficiency on highways.
Although Stellantis has yet to officially reveal the new EV tech, Jeep’s new Recon would be the perfect fit as the brand’s first true off-road EV. It could be used in Ram’s upcoming electric pickup or an electric Dodge muscle car.
Based on the STLA Large platform, the same one underpinning the Jeep’s first EV, the Wagoneer S, the Recon is expected to have a driving range of around 300 miles.
After the Recon EV was spotted in Michigan last year by a user on Jeep Recon Forum, we caught a glimpse of the interior, featuring Jeep’s signature Selec-Terrain system, which includes Rock, Mud, and several other modes.
A display screen showed a range of 147 miles with 66% battery remaining. That would suggest a range of around 223 miles, but the production model is expected to be closer to 300 miles.
You can expect it to include standard four-wheel drive, packing around 400 to 600 horsepower. At least three trims are expected to be available, including Willys, Overland, and a Moab edition.
Prices and final specs will be revealed closer to launch, but Jeep’s Recon EV is expected to start at around $60,000. More expensive trims, like the Moab, will likely cost upwards of $80,000.
We should learn more soon, with Stellantis planning to launch the Wrangler-like Recon EV later this year.
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