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Nio and CATL ally for longer-life EV batteries, swapping tech

Green Car Reports

Chinese automaker Nio is partnering with battery supplier CATL for research into longer-life EV batteries, including for use with Nio's battery-swapping service. The two companies "will jointly carry out discussions, make technological breakthroughs and innovation, and promote product applications," according to a Nio press release, with CATL.

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Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX delivers groundbreaking energy efficiency on electric journey from Riyadh to Dubai

Electric Cars Report

On its third long-distance road trip over 1,000+ kilometers, the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX demonstrated that even the Arabian Desert is no obstacle to energy efficiency. On a challenging route profile encompassing busy city streets and open desert, the pioneering test vehicle delivered electric power consumption of 7.4 kWh/100km (8.4 mi/kWh). This equates to an equivalent of […] The post Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX delivers groundbreaking energy efficiency on electric journey from Riyadh to

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Tesla wants to hire someone to eliminate need for its EVs to get service

Electrek

Tesla is in search of a new senior manager who will focus on eliminating the need for the automaker’s service. They will be in charge of a new program called ‘Zero Service’.

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Honda and Nissan points to partnership for EVs, hybrids, software

Green Car Reports

Nissan and Honda on Friday disclosed that they’re considering a “strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence.” As of yet, the companies have only committed to a feasibility study for the idea, but such a partnership would aim to combine strengths and accelerate carbon-neutrality and safety.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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India opens the doors to Tesla with new scheme to wave EV import duties

Electrek

India is finally opening its doors to Tesla, and other EV automakers, with a new program to wave the country’s high import duties for electric vehicles. But there are conditions.

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Volvo EX30 impact, Nio and CATL, Honda and Nissan, brake dust: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Magnets could help clean up brake dust. Honda and Nissan ally for EVs. Nio and CATL go in on battery swapping together. And which is the greenest Volvo EX30? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a lifetime carbon analysis released Thursday, Volvo reported that the LFP version not offered in the U.S. is the greener pick of the EX30 lineup.

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Who Will Free EV Motors from the Rare Earth Monopoly?

Cars That Think

As the world builds more and more electric cars and trucks—and electrifies other modes of transit—a race is underway to build the ideal, mean-and-green motor. The goal is a traction motor that’s at least as powerful, reliable, and lightweight as today’s industry standard rare-earth permanent magnet synchronous motor. However, rare-earth elements like neodymium and dysprosium, which are required for the most powerful magnets for the latter, also represent a major choke point.

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Rivian (RIVN) and Hyundai see US EV registration growth in January, outpacing rivals

Electrek

EV registrations were up 15% in the US in January. Although Ford and GM’s EV registrations slipped, Rivian (RIVN) and Hyundai saw some of the biggest growth.

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SpaceX reveals new details on Starship’s third test flight

Teslarati

SpaceX has revealed some new information regarding the third test flight of its massive Starship rocket. The flight, which took place from Starbase, Texas, yesterday morning at 8:25 am CT , capitalized on previous test flights and accomplished a host of new objectives. All 33 Raptor engines lit in a staggered sequence, and once throttled up, the world’s biggest rocket took flight for the third time.

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Up close with the Rivian R2: Even better in-person [Gallery]

Electrek

Rivian brought its brand new R2 electric SUV to Austin, Texas this week for one of its first public show and tells. I made the trek to the city this morning to check it out and tried to snap a bunch of pictures. Head below to check them out.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

Brief

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Tesla Introduces a Two-Seat Model Y in France as a Commercial Utility Vehicle

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla (TSLA) has started offering its commercial customers a two-seat configuration Model Y in France. Besides offering the utility of a medium-sized van with a lot of storage space, this Model Y 2-seater also saves taxes for businesses operating in France. Tesla Model Y was originally introduced as a mid-sized. [continued] The post Tesla Introduces a Two-Seat Model Y in France as a Commercial Utility Vehicle appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Grünheide Mayor shares update on Tesla Giga Berlin’s proposed expansion plan

Teslarati

Grünheide Mayor Arne Christiani has written a letter outlining an updated proposal for Tesla Giga Berlin’s planned expansion. The new proposal would involve Tesla cutting significantly fewer trees than initially intended, among other things. The proposal comes after the residents of Grünheide voted to deny Tesla’s request to clear out another 100 hectares of monoculture forest from the area.

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Study: We Need Waaaaaaaay More EV Chargers At Retailers

CleanTechnica EVs

From the “We’ve been telling you this!” department and the “Yes, please!” division, Consumer Reports has a results of a new study out that brings light to the fact that we need a lot more charging stations at retailers across the US. The fact is, there are three core places. [continued] The post Study: We Need Waaaaaaaay More EV Chargers At Retailers appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nissan and Honda confirm new EV partnership as they look to play catch up with Tesla, BYD

Electrek

It’s official. Nissan and Honda are forming a new EV partnership after falling behind leaders like Tesla and China’s BYD. Will working together help turn things around?

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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AAA Report Says Americans Don’t Trust Autonomous Cars As Waymo Offers Free Rides In LA

CleanTechnica EVs

AAA reports more people fear riding in an autonomous car this year than last year. Clearly the robotaxi idea has a bit of work to do yet. The post AAA Report Says Americans Don’t Trust Autonomous Cars As Waymo Offers Free Rides In LA appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Toronto Police Recommend Letting Thieves Steal Your Car

The Truth About Cars

While car crime has been up generally in recent years, some North American cities have seen staggering increases in automotive theft. Toronto estimates that it has endured a nearly 150-percent in automotive crime over the past six years and local authorities are rolling out a new tactic to cope with the situation — police have advised the public to just let thieves take their vehicle.

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US Green Hydrogen Industry Kicks Into High Gear, Politics Or Not

CleanTechnica EVs

The US green hydrogen industry gets a leg up from rare bipartisan legislation aimed at cutting costs and increasing production. The post US Green Hydrogen Industry Kicks Into High Gear, Politics Or Not appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Brake-dust particles' electric charge might help curb emissions

Green Car Reports

Up to 80% of brake-dust particles have an electric charge, which could serve as a means of controlling brake dust and improving air quality, according to a new study from the University of California, Irvine (via Green Car Congress). The study, which was funded by fees paid by Volkswagen as part of its 2016 diesel-emissions cheating settlement.

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Ride-Share Competitors Revel & Uber Ink Deal for EV Fast Charging Infrastructure Expansion

CleanTechnica EVs

100% electric ride-share startup Revel recently announced a partnership with rideshare giant (and competitor) Uber to help accelerate EV infrastructure expansion in the United States. While Revel continues to grow its own fleet of EVs for ride-sharing in New York City, the company is also building out a network of. [continued] The post Ride-Share Competitors Revel & Uber Ink Deal for EV Fast Charging Infrastructure Expansion appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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One of Europe’s largest truck stops is about to be electrified

Electrek

bp’s EV charging brand, bp pulse, will electrify one of Europe’s largest and busiest truck stops to power up electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).

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Tesla Model 3 “Ludicrous” Discovered In Code & Specs

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla (TSLA) held the launch of the top-end “Performance” variant of the new Model 3 Highland globally when it introduced it last year. Still, to date, only the base RWD and Long Range AWD versions are available for sale. However, some evidence has surfaced online that shows that the Model. [continued] The post Tesla Model 3 “Ludicrous” Discovered In Code & Specs appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Honda and Nissan partner on electric vehicles and intelligent technology

Electric Cars Report

Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda have signed a memorandum of understanding under which they will begin a feasibility study of a strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence. To further accelerate efforts toward carbon neutrality and zero traffic-accident fatalities, it will be essential to strengthen environmental and electrification technologies as well as […] The post Honda and Nissan partner on electric vehicles and intelligent technology appeared

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Volkswagen & Skoda Are Moving Forward With Plans For Less Expensive Electric Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

Volkswagen Group is moving forward with its plans for less expensive electric cars like the ID.1 and Skoda Epiq. The post Volkswagen & Skoda Are Moving Forward With Plans For Less Expensive Electric Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Volvo EX30 has lowest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car to date

Electric Cars Report

The Volvo EX30 possesses the smallest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car to date. That’s according to the life cycle assessment (LCA) of the Volvo EX30, which concludes that it has a total carbon footprint of 23 tonnes per 200,000 km – approximately 60 per cent less than the XC40 ICE (petrol). The carbon footprint report […] The post Volvo EX30 has lowest carbon footprint of any fully electric Volvo car to date appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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The Dogood ZERO: An Electric Microcar For Urban Living

CleanTechnica EVs

This little EV claims it has more space inside than a Lamborghini, as well as "more electric range than a Ferrari," which, while technically true, is very funny comparison for a £6,000 electric microcar. The post The Dogood ZERO: An Electric Microcar For Urban Living appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Biktrix unveils new 2,300W full-suspension electric mountain bike with two chains

Electrek

If you’ve been wanting to get your off-road e-biking thrills but think all the current eMTBs on the market are too weak with their paltry 750W motors, then Biktrix has just what you’re looking for. The new Biktrix Juggernaut FS XD is the full-suspension electric mountain bike equivalent of the hot-rodder’s hot rod.

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Tesla Cybertruck Takes On Bat & Man Jumping On Windshield (Videos)

CleanTechnica EVs

How sturdy and durable and apocalypse-proof is the Tesla Cybertruck, actually? How does it hold up to a true vandal, not just Franz von Holzhausen on a Tesla stage? Is the Cybertruck glass really so strong, or just a marketing ploy? The following article is a repost of two pieces. [continued] The post Tesla Cybertruck Takes On Bat & Man Jumping On Windshield (Videos) appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nissan finds Honda as ideal partner in EV development project

Teslarati

Nissan and Honda have launched a partnership to develop electric vehicle projects. This ideal partnership is between two brands that are fighting to make Japanese companies relevant in an ever-growing slice of the greater automotive sector. Nissan and Honda executives officially launched the partnership on Friday, stating that they had reached an agreement on a non-binding partnership that will establish electric vehicle and automotive intelligence projects.

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CCS Redux: Carbon Engineering’s Diesel? Just Put Electricity Into Tesla Semi Instead

CleanTechnica EVs

For the same energy inputs you could travel 3 times as far for a 5th the CO2 emissions and well under half the cost in an electric truck. The post CCS Redux: Carbon Engineering’s Diesel? Just Put Electricity Into Tesla Semi Instead appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Advancements in hydrogen fuel cells will revolutionise sustainable transport

Innovation News Network

Learn more about the recent advancements in hydrogen fuel cells and their implications for the future of transport. The post Advancements in hydrogen fuel cells will revolutionise sustainable transport appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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BMW previews Vision Neue Klasse X: Is this the electric SUV we’ve been waiting for?

Electrek

BMW is teasing the new Vision Neue Klasse X electric SUV ahead of its official debut next week. Is this the electric BMW SUV we’ve been waiting for?

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“Ute tax:” Australians not falling for spin as clear majority want cleaner, cheaper cars

The Driven EV News

New polling shows a clear majority of support for clean cars, which might be the final nail in the coffin for the fossil car lobby's fear campaign against cleaner, more efficient vehicles. The post “Ute tax:” Australians not falling for spin as clear majority want cleaner, cheaper cars appeared first on The Driven.

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Criminals beware: UK Government upgrades AI fraud detection tool

Innovation News Network

SNAP, the Government’s AI fraud detection tool has been upgraded with thousands of new sanctions and debarment records. Read more here. The post Criminals beware: UK Government upgrades AI fraud detection tool appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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AAA: Most People Don't Trust Autonomous Vehicles

The Truth About Cars

Most people in the U.S. are distrustful of autonomous vehicles. That’s the message from AAA’s latest study , which found that a surprising number of people express fear, and many are uncertain about autonomous technology. AAA found that 66 percent of drivers are afraid of autonomous vehicles, and 25 percent are uncertain about having them on the roads.

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