Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Toyota is partnering with Japanese oil company Idemitsu Kosan to move solid-state EV battery tech closer to production. The partnership will progress through three phases, the two companies said in a joint announcement Thursday. The first phase will focus on development of sulfide solid electrolytes (the solid electrolyte is where solid-state.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The EU Court of Justice yesterday announced a landmark ruling stating that pedal-assist e-bikes are actually bikes, not motorbikes or (gasp) motor vehicles, which means e-cyclists aren’t obligated to be insured in the same way as motorists and can be compensated as a cyclist, not a “motor vehicle driver,” in the case of an accident. more… The post It’s official: E-bikes are actually bikes, not ‘motor vehicles,’ according to new EU rules appeared first on Electrek.
Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The Kia EV9 is one of the most efficient EVs with three rows of seating. Toyota pushes along on solid-state battery tech. And Tesla’s share of the EV market is shrinking. Should it cut prices again? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. EPA driving range numbers for the 2024 Kia EV9 span up to 304 miles, the automaker confirmed on.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Tesla has been spotted starting to deploy new V4 Superchargers in the US. The new version of the charging station is critical to the Cybertruck and opening the network to other electric vehicles. more… The post Tesla brings V4 Superchargers to the US – critical to Cybertruck and non-Tesla EVs appeared first on Electrek.
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Green Car Reports
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Amid a growing U.S. EV market, both the average price of a Tesla and the automaker's market share decreased substantially in the third quarter of 2023, new data from Kelley Blue Book shows. EV transaction prices were down overall in Q3. In September, the average price paid for an EV was $50,683, down from $52,212 in August and down from more than.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Someone found a Tesla Cybertruck release candidate and pulled out a measuring tape to figure out the actual width of the electric pickup ahead of the official spec and dimension release. more… The post Tesla Cybertruck width revealed appeared first on Electrek.
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Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
California governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) signed legislation that mandates all new school buses in the state to be electric starting in 2035. more… The post California is about to go next-level with electric school buses appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The promising Chinese electric vehicle startup WM Motor (a.k.a. Weltmeister) has declared bankruptcy. In a document filed in a Shanghai court this Monday, a copy of which was obtained by CleanTechnica, WM Motor indicated that it has grappled with operational issues in recent years.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
A new electric pickup truck is expected to hit the streets by the end of the year. A leaked patent Friday reveals BYD’s electric truck design as the automaker continues its dominant expansion. more… The post BYD electric pickup truck patent leaked, revealing new EV expected by the end of 2023 appeared first on Electrek.
InsideEVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
One Tesla Semi covered 574 miles per day on average during the 18-day event, compared to 255 miles for the Nikola Tre BEV.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Ford’s Lightning production woes may have hit another hurdle. The automaker revealed plans Friday to temporarily trim one of three shifts at its Rouge EV plant in Michigan, where the F-150 Lightning is built. more… The post Ford’s F-150 Lightning Michigan EV plant is losing a shift appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
NREL Research Highlights Vehicle-to-Grid Charging Benefits for Drivers and Utilities, Widespread electrification initiatives
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
As the first car maker to do so publicly, Mercedes-Benz held a real-life crash test between two EVs head-on. Mercedes simulated a real-life scenario, sending an EQA model into an EQS SUV at speeds of over 34 mph (56 km/h). more… The post Watch Mercedes-Benz crash two electric vehicles together to prove their EVs are safe appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Here we are to continue the stories from the 2023 New Mobility Congress. We had four great stories on the first day, and day two proved to be even more eventful. Without further ado, let me introduce my first guests.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Suniva, once the US’s oldest and largest solar cell maker , has been dormant for six years, but now it’s going to reopen its Georgia factory. more… The post The US’s oldest solar factory filed for bankruptcy in 2017 – but now it’s back appeared first on Electrek.
Innovation News Network
OCTOBER 13, 2023
As industries pivot towards a data-driven approach, the demand for AI skills in higher education has dramatically skyrocketed. Read more. The post AI at the heart of the professional future: How is higher education responding to the growing demand for AI skills? appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Kia is following in the footsteps of Ford, GM, and Rivian as it prepares to “be reborn as a central brand.” With plans to build a second factory for purpose-built EVs, Kia aims to take advantage of the growing need for PBVs. more… The post Kia takes a page from Ford and Rivian as it moves toward purpose-built EVs appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The upgraded Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 models are now available for pre-order. Volkswagen enhanced the new ID.4 and ID.5 electric vehicles with a better infotainment system and improved software. Some variants of the VW ID.4 and ID.5 also received a new electric drive motor, promising better performance of the electric vehicles. “Our customers can look forward to exceptional technical performance with the new ID.4 and ID.5.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Urban Air Mobility specialist EHang has announced a major milestone in bringing its all-electric aerial solutions to the sky. Today, the company shared it has received certification from the aviation administration in China, paving the way for commercial eVTOL operations. more… The post EHang receives eVTOL certification in China and will begin commercial operations appeared first on Electrek.
Electric Cars Report
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The regional public transport operator Ferry Cars from Belgium has put five new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro low-floor city buses with all-electric drive into operation. The operator, based in the city of Eeklo, which is located in the north of the Belgian province of East Flanders in the Meetjesland region between Ghent and Bruges and thus close […] The post Ferry Cars deploys five Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
CleanTechnica EVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Maerk's dual-fuel ships, when they run on methanol at all, will be very unlikely to be burning green methanol directly, at least not for a long time.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 13, 2023
If you’ve always wanted your last-gen Toyota Tacoma to look like a Land Cruiser from the 1980s, a company based in Japan has just the solution for you. An outfit called Flex has apparently been slinging these types of conversions for some spell but is now expanding its presence into America through a location in San Diego. The new kit is made solely for the American market, which makes sense since the Tacoma can be in short supply in Japan compared to Jacksonville.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
There’s a new electric dirt bike on the block, and by the looks of its first demonstration video, the Flux Primo is coming in swinging. more… The post Flux Primo electric dirt bike revealed, showing off impressive silent performance appeared first on Electrek.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Chinese state-owned automaker Chery is reportedly still looking to the United States as a possible point of expansion. But this isn’t the first time the brand has said so. Chery had plans to break into our market back in 2005 and supposedly had things lined up to import a limited supply of its Exeed crossover in 2020 before the world went haywire. Things have been left intentionally vague this time around, with the company only saying that it would like to move product here eventually.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
GM-owned robotaxi service Cruise continues to expand its reach of driverless rides throughout the US, announcing a start of services in Houston – its fourth major city. Houston locals can now join the waitlist to take a spin in one of Cruise’s EVs, see below. more… The post Cruise begins offering driverless robotaxi rides in Houston appeared first on Electrek.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Tesla may sell more EVs than any other American company, but its real asset is its charging network. The automaker’s Superchargers are among the most reliable and intuitive chargers anywhere, and other companies are lining up to join the party. Kia is one major automaker signing on to Tesla’s Supercharger network, and the company recently announced that the EV6 would be the first to get the EV maker’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) plug.
Electric Cars Report
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The Volkswagen Group has systematically continued its transformation in the first nine months of 2023. All-electric deliveries increased by 45 percent to 531,500 vehicles globally, raising the BEV share of total deliveries to 7.9 percent after 6.1 percent in the prior year period. In the third quarter alone, the BEV share climbed to 9.0 percent […] The post Volkswagen Group increases EV sales by 45 percent in the first 9 months appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
This week, Kia unveiled a tranche of new EV concept cars, and the common element among them that stood out to me? These cars have some really weird wheels. And I mean that in a good way! more… The post Opinion: We need more EVs with really weird wheels appeared first on Electrek.
InsideEVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Decathlon has teased its newest e-bike offering in the form of the F900E Velo Cargo, a cargo e-bike that can transport three kids plus cargo.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Today's UCOTD is a bit, uh, different. We're presenting you with a horse of a different feather -- a 1981 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 406. Well, the owner thinks it's a 1981. The model year is unclear. Apparently, it runs well and was mostly used only for plowing snow (cue Mr. Plow theme song). It has new tires. It also has rear counterweights and the seller is offering some spare parts.
Electrek
OCTOBER 13, 2023
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going into the car wrap business, a 4680 battery cell update, new Kia and BMW EVs being unveiled, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by AMP , makers of Energy Management solutions for E-Mobility products. more… The post Podcast: Tesla goes into wrap business, 4680 cell update, new Kia, BMW, and more appeared first on Electrek.
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The Lexus IS is going on a decade without a significant update, and 2024 won’t be any different. Lexus announced changes for the new model year, and they’re limited to new trim and appearance packages. Lexus is offering F Sport Design and F Sport trims for the IS 300 in 2024. The Design package adds 19-inch wheels and unique styling elements, such as sport pedals and an F Sport steering wheel.
InsideEVs
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Tesla will reportedly source stainless steel panels for the Cybertruck from Outokumpu, Europe's largest producer of stainless steel.
Electric Cars Report
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The forthcoming Kia EV9 three-row SUV is rated an EPA-estimated 304 miles in the Light Long Range RWD trim, besting an internal AER target of 300 miles. All five EV9 variants were rated higher than initial target estimates. The EV9 is the second Kia model based on the E-GMP platform, and the first to feature […] The post US: 2024 Kia EV9 Rated At 304 Miles In The Light Long Range RWD Trim appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
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