Green Deals

Rare discount on universal Tesla level 2 EV charger at $580, Save $700 on LG smart electric ventless dryer, NIU KQI Air, and more

Reinette LeJeune | May 28 2024 - 11:00 am PT

Memorial Day deals are still lingering, with today’s Green Deals coming in with both first-time arrivals and older returns, headlined by the rare discount we’ve found on Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV Charger at $580. It is joined by another newbie, the LG 7.8 cubic-foot Smart Front Load Electric Dryer with a ventless heat pump for $1,099, as well as a familiar face in the form of NIU’s KQi Air Carbon Fiber Foldable Electric Kick Scooter at $1,049. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals – including all the leftover Memorial Day discounts that are still alive and well.

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.

Rare discount on Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV Charger drops price to new $580 low

Best Buy is offering the Tesla Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV Charger for $580 shipped. Usually going for $620, this is a rare opportunity to save money on this universally compatible device. It’s been riding its MSRP for as long as we have tracked, with even last year’s Black Friday and Christmas sales not affecting the price. Today’s deal is a $40 markdown off the going rate that lands at a new all-time low, and also matches the current discount over at Amazon, as well.

This EV charger boasts a customizable output of up to 48A of power, which can be adjusted during indoor or outdoor installations. While cheaper models tend to only support Tesla models, this charger instead employs an integrated J1772 adapter making it compatible with most other EV brands/models outside the Tesla boundaries. You’ll be getting upward to 44 miles of travel range per hour of charging when set at its maximum amperage – plus, it’ll keep itself updated with the latest firmware when connected to a local Wi-Fi network or through the Tesla app. If you’re part of a Tesla-only household, consider the cheaper non-universal EV charger that is sitting at $450, matching its Amazon rate. Head below for more.

LG smart electric ventless dryer within post for Tesla Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV charger

LG’s most energy-efficient Smart Electric Ventless Dryer falls to new $1,099 low

LG is offering a special deal on its 7.8 cubic-foot Smart Front Load Electric Dryer with a ventless heat pump for $1,099 shipped. Already down from its $1,799 price tag, this deal gives you an extra $200 off as well once the appliance has been placed in your cart. While we have seen this model regularly go as low as $1,300 on other sites like Best Buy, today’s deal marks a new all-time low overall – especially when considering the lessened amount of sales direct from the manufacturer like this, giving you a total $700 in savings and a great opportunity to upgrade your laundry room with a more energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly option. You’ll also find this dryer marked down to $1,300 at Best Buy, so for any of you who may have grabbed a gift card during Memorial Day or already have lingering credit, you might be able to get a lower price there.

Sporting a larger 7.8 cubic-foot “mega capacity” than more standard models, this ENERGY STAR certified dryer brings your home further into the 21st century with a sleek look and AI-supported functionality. Alongside the smart controls you’ll get via the companion app (including voice controls when connected to Alexa or Google Assistant), this appliance features AI Sensor Dry, which can not only detect the fabric types and the size of the load placed inside, but also adjust settings as needed during the cycles – saving you the headache of memorizing what cycle and settings are most desirable for particular articles of clothes. Its main claim to fame, though, is its ventless design, giving you the freedom to install it anywhere, plus – its added dual inverter heat pump technology uses “up to 65% less energy,” while also running at quieter levels. Head below for more.

NIU KQI Air electric kick scooter in subway and on beach being carried, within post for Tesla Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV charger

NIU KQI Air Foldable Electric Kick Scooter returns to $1,049 low

Best Buy is offering the NIU KQi Air Carbon Fiber Foldable Electric Kick Scooter for $1,049 shipped. Normally fetching $1,399, this newer scooter has seen relatively few discounts when compared to some of NIU’s other models, with only some minor discounts under its belt returning costs to the same low. Today’s deal is one of these repeated discounts, coming in as a 25% markdown off the going rate that saves you $350 and returns it to the all-time lowest price we have tracked. You can learn about this model further – or its successor, the upcoming KQI Air X, by heading below or reading through our hands-on review.

The NIU KQi Air is the lightest available model under the NIU brand (until the KQi Air X officially begins shipping next month), coming equipped with a 350W motor (700W peak) and a 451Wh battery that hits up to 20 MPH top speeds for up to 31 miles on a single 5-hour charge. It offers five different riding modes to choose from: E-save, sport, dynamic, pedestrian, and cruise control – with the slower speeds obviously saving you battery juice for longer rides.

It also come with a variety of features like a front disc brake with regenerative braking, an IP55 waterproof rating, an integrated LED display, a Halo headlight, a taillight with brake light functionality, turn signals on the ends of the wide-reaching handlebar, ambient lighting on its body, a 41% wider deck, 9.5-inch tubeless tires, and an electric horn. You’ll also be able to control the settings via the companion app, which you can lock and unlock your scooter with for added security.

Spring e-bike deals!

Super73 RX Electric Motorbike: $2,600 (Reg. $3,695)
Aventon Ramblas Mountain e-bike: $2,399 (Reg. $2,699)
Lectric ONE Long-Range e-bike with $220 in free gear (pre-order): $2,199 (Reg. $2,419)
Juiced JetCurrent Pro Foldable e-bike (pre-order): $2,099 (Reg. $2,799)
Lectric ONE e-bike with $220 in free gear: $1,999 (Reg. $2,219)
Hover-1 Altai Pro R750 e-bike: $1,816 (Reg. $3,000)
Aventon Abound Cargo e-bike with $494 in free accessories: $1,599 (Reg. $2,199)
Rad Power RadRunner Plus Utility e-bike with free extra battery: $1,599 (Reg. $1,799)
Lectric XPress 750 High-Step e-bike with extra battery (pre-order): $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
Lectric XPress 750 Step-Thru e-bike with extra battery (pre-order): $1,299 (Reg. $1,799)
Rad Power RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike with free extra battery: $1,249 (Reg. $1,599)
Rad Power RadRover 6 Plus e-bike: $1,099 (Reg. $1,599)
Schwinn Ridgewood Electric Mountain Bike: $800 (Reg. $1,500)
Aventon Soltera.2 e-bike: $799 (Reg. $999)
Schwinn Ingersoll Electric Hybrid Bike: $700 (Reg. $1,500)
Schwinn Mendocino Hybrid Electric Cruiser Bike: $699 (Reg. $1,700)

Amazon Basics rechargeable batteries within post for Tesla Universal Wall Connector Level 2 EV Charger

Other 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.