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Stellantis CEO claims quicker EV acceleration is a safety feature

Green Car Reports

Stellantis last week detailed its STLA Large platform, which the automaker claims can house powertrains capable of hurling an EV from 0-60 mph in 2.0 seconds. That breathtaking acceleration figure may be something Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares now claims is a safety feature. That's because quick acceleration allows for quicker overtaking, Tavares.

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Redwood Materials breaks ground on $3.5B South Carolina battery plant

Teslarati

Tesla and Panasonic partner Redwood Materials has broken ground on a $3.5 billion battery plant in South Carolina, set to be the JB Straubel-led company’s second. Redwood Materials broke ground on the South Carolina battery materials facility last week, as announced by Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations Morgan Crapps in a LinkedIn post.

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Australian Tesla clocks 700,000 km, still saving $20,000 a year in service and fuel costs

The Driven EV News

An Australian electric vehicle driver is redefining vehicle longevity passing 700,000 km and saving his business $20,000 per year. The post Australian Tesla clocks 700,000 km, still saving $20,000 a year in service and fuel costs appeared first on The Driven.

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US Auto Industry Rose 8% in 4th Quarter, While EV Industry Grew 29%

CleanTechnica EVs

The US auto industry continues to grow following its long recovery from the COVID-19 epidemic and economic shutdown of 2020–2021. [continued] The post US Auto Industry Rose 8% in 4th Quarter, While EV Industry Grew 29% appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Tesla Lathrop Megafactory spotted with 326 Megapack batteries

Teslarati

The Tesla Megapack battery could be considered as one of the rising stars of the company. During the fourth quarter and full year 2023 earnings call, Tesla executives highlighted that the growth of Tesla’s energy storage business would outpace the growth of the company’s automotive division this year. A lot of this growth would be due to the Megapack battery, Tesla’s flagship energy storage product.

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The Batteries Of Tomorrow Are In The Laboratories Of Today

CleanTechnica EVs

Better batteries are under development at Cornell and Harvard as researchers rush to solve the problem of dendrites. The post The Batteries Of Tomorrow Are In The Laboratories Of Today appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Why Rip Off Creatives, If Generative AI Can Play Fair?

Cars That Think

In recent years, AI ethicists have had a tough job. The engineers developing generative AI tools have been racing ahead, competing with each other to create models of even more breathtaking abilities, leaving both regulators and ethicists to comment on what’s already been done. One of the people working to shift this paradigm is Alice Xiang , global head of AI ethics at Sony.

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Tesla has begun its Cybertruck tour around China

Teslarati

Tesla has officially begun its Cybertruck tour around China, after it was revealed just weeks ago that the electric vehicle (EV) would be put on display in the country. Recent reports noted that the Cybertruck tour would simultaneously commence in Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Xi’an, and Chongqing. In a post on X on Saturday night, Tesla shared four photos of the Cybertruck in some of these cities, officially announcing that the vehicle’s debut tour in Chin

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New Mexico Chooses Recipients And Locations For Infrastructure Bill Charging Stations

CleanTechnica EVs

The infrastructure bill that provided billions for EV charging stations wasn’t a simple thing. On the surface, spending big money. [continued] The post New Mexico Chooses Recipients And Locations For Infrastructure Bill Charging Stations appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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GM-Honda to start hydrogen fuel cell commercial production in MI

Teslarati

General Motors (GM) and Honda announced that their 50-50 joint venture on a hydrogen fuel cell facility in Michigan is ready to start commercial production. In 2017, The two legacy automakers established the Fuel Cell System Manufacturing LLC (FCSM), the first large-scale fuel cell system manufacturing facility. The FCSM is a 70,000-square-foot facility in Brownstown, Michigan.

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

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Tesla Model Y confirmed as world’s best-selling car in 2023, beating Rav4 and Corolla

The Driven EV News

Tesla's Model Y takes the crown for best-selling vehicle in the world, beating Toyota's top two best-sellers to take the top spot. The post Tesla Model Y confirmed as world’s best-selling car in 2023, beating Rav4 and Corolla appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Financials Deep Dive — Massive Growth

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk and the company’s top executives conducted the year 2023 and Q4 2023 earnings call last. [continued] The post Tesla Financials Deep Dive — Massive Growth appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Giga Mexico site prepares for nearshoring activity spike

Teslarati

The government of Nuevo León is preparing for the nearshoring activity spike that Tesla Giga Mexico is expected to attract. Work started on the expansion of the Monterrey-Saltillio highway where Tesla Gigafactory Mexico will be situated. Excavation work, about one and a half kilometers along the front of Tesla Giga Mexico, has already started. Preliminary work on the highway’s expansion has begun as well.

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New Electric Buses for Waterloo

CleanTechnica EVs

The first of Grand River Transit’s electric buses will begin service next month as part of its zero-emission bus pilot. [continued] The post New Electric Buses for Waterloo appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Holcim to Acquire 1,000 Mercedes-Benz eActros Electric Trucks

Electric Cars Report

Holcim will rely on the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 to implement its sustainability strategy on a large scale. The Swiss building materials producer plans to add a total of 1,000 units of the battery-electric truck from Mercedes-Benz Trucks, which just celebrated its world premiere last October, to its European fleet. Both companies, as strong partners, have […] The post Holcim to Acquire 1,000 Mercedes-Benz eActros Electric Trucks appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Comment on Tesla's new Model 3 Performance could be launched in China in Q2, report says by Jax

CN EV Post

The new Tesla Model 3 Performance is expected to go on sale in China in the second quarter, and its price tag will likely be close to RMB 400,000 yuan, according to local media.

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2024 Toyota Mirai Gets New Updates Including New Beyond Zero Badge

Electric Cars Report

With its innovative engineering, sleek design and luxury interior loaded with advanced technology for an incredibly interactive drive, the 2024 Toyota Mirai consistently delivers an exciting ride. In its second generation, the Mirai provides an electrifying excitement, dynamic driving performance and has an EPA-estimated range rating of 402 miles on the XLE grade.

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States Remain in the Lead on Addressing Transportation Emissions

CleanTechnica EVs

Litigation may delay important federal rulemaking, but states can continue to act. Transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas. [continued] The post States Remain in the Lead on Addressing Transportation Emissions appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Honda expanding hydrogen business to realize global goal of carbon neutrality

Electric Cars Report

Japanese automaker Honda outlined key strategies it is undergoing to increase the use of hydrogen fuel cell technology as the company looks to expand its hydrogen business and achieve its global goal of zero environmental impact, including carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities by 2050. Marking the first-time hydrogen fuel cells have been […] The post Honda expanding hydrogen business to realize global goal of carbon neutrality appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Comment on Porsche Macan EV powered by CATL batteries, report says by Ralf K.

CN EV Post

@Michael Smitka In reply to Michael Smitka. This comment by Michael Smitka makes no sense for an article about Porsche Macan EV. It would belong to an article on the chances of Tesla Cybertruck if offered and sold in the Chinese market.

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Toyota’s labor union demanding largest annual bonus yet for workers

Teslarati

Labor efforts have been robust across the global automotive industry in the past several months, and recent reports show that Japanese auto giant Toyota is facing demands from its union for the largest annual bonus yet for workers. The labor union for Toyota Motors is expected to demand the largest annual bonus on record in the financial year running through March, worth a record of 7.6 months of pay compared to the previous high of 7.2 (via Reuters ).

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Comment on Li Auto hits back after being mocked by Tesla for lack of technology by realposter

CN EV Post

Li Auto released a range test comparison video of the Li Mega versus the Tesla Model X to show that its first BEV model has better performance.

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Rivian gets another Apple Car veteran ahead of R2 launch

Teslarati

Another longtime Apple veteran who helped with the company’s electric vehicle (EV) program has left for Rivian, ahead of the automaker’s next-generation vehicle launch. Teslarati reported on the departure of Jonas Reinke , former Apple Head of Product, Mobility and Automotive Services, last week. Now, VP of Engineering DJ Novotney has also left Apple for Rivian, set to become senior VP of Vehicle Programs at the EV pickup and SUV maker, according to people familiar with the matter in

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U.S. EV Registrations Reached Almost 90,000 In November 2023

InsideEVs

The year-over-year growth slowed down to 30%.

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Polestar offers $2,500 of free public charging with Evie for new Polestar 2 models

The Driven EV News

Swedish EV maker Polestar is offering a free home smart charger installation or $2,500 worth of public fast charging with every new Polestar 2 Model. The post Polestar offers $2,500 of free public charging with Evie for new Polestar 2 models appeared first on The Driven.

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German auto supplier ZF Friedrichshafen needs to cut debt, Handelsblatt reports – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Klein said he would press ahead with separating the airbag division from the rest of the company, but that a sale was not essential. German auto supplier ZF Friedrichshafen is focused on an urgent need to cut its debt because of high interest rates, the German newspaper Handelsblatt reported on Sunday. “We had to spend a low three-digit million amount more on interest in 2023 than in the previous year,” CEO Holger Klein told the newspaper. “We are in a phase of high interest ra

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Porsche unveils Macan EV, with local pricing and specs announced

The Driven EV News

Porsche releases its second EV, this time it's a ground-up electric version of its most popular car in Australia, the Macan SUV. The post Porsche unveils Macan EV, with local pricing and specs announced appeared first on The Driven.

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Khattar inaugurates electric bus services in Panipat – ET Auto

Baua Electric

He announced that travelling on these e-buses will be free for the first seven days and encouraged people to opt for public transport over private vehicles. Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Sunday inaugurated electric city bus services in Panipat and announced that people will get to travel free of cost on these buses for seven days. Three electric buses have been introduced in the city and five more will be added to the fleet soon, according to an official statement.

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Select the Right EV Charging Management Partner for your NEVI Program Project

Driivz

With distribution of U.S. National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure ( NEVI ) Formula Program funds continuing in waves through 2026, there’s lots of opportunity to land funding for qualifying public EV charging projects. Intended to remove the speedbumps from building a high-speed EV charging network along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors , NEVI grants cover up to 80% of the cost of new or upgraded EV charging infrastructure.

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Maruti Suzuki Ignis to Hyundai Exter: Top 5 automatic cars under ?10 lakh

Baua Electric

The clutchless transmission technology has witnessed a rise in popularity, demand and sales over the last few years thanks to the convenience it offers in dense traffic situations, where constant clutch pressing and gear shifting make driving a tiresome experience for the drivers. In India various types of clutchless automatic transmission technologies are available, namely AMT, CVT, AT, DCT etc.

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Most monstrous EV yet? 2024 Porsche Taycan GT scores major upgrades, potential extra motors and Nurburgring lap record

EV Central

Ahead of its full unveiling in the coming months, the heavily revised 2024 Porsche Taycan has been teased playing in the snow. Shown wearing the lightest camouflage yet, it’s clear that when the new facelifted Porsche Taycan rocks up in Australia before the end of 2024 it will look largely similar to the current battery-electric sedan. It’s only on a closer inspection you might spot the fresh four-element LED matrix headlamps, revised front bumper, new rims and minor changes to the r

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EV sales in India at 3.4m, Maharashtra tops in 2Ws, PVs and buses | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

India’s electric vehicle (EV) industry wrapped up CY2023 on a strong note with total retails surpassing 1.53 million units, an increase of 49% over CY2022’s 1.02 million units. The past two years have been particularly good for the sector as OEMs benefit from the growing consumer shift to e-mobility while EV buyers gain from the larger number of EVs across the two- and three-wheeler and passenger vehicle segments.

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Tata Motors delivers electric buses to Jammu Smart City for green urban transport | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has delivered cutting-edge Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Jammu Smart City Limited through TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, a Tata Motors Group company. This eco-friendly initiative, led by the Housing and Urban Development Department of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, aims to establish an environmentally sustainable public transportation system in Jammu.

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JBM Auto rolls out ECOLIFE electric buses in Haryana | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

In celebration of International Reducing CO2 Emissions Day, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, flagged off the first batch of 5 JBM ECOLIFE electric buses at Panipat Bus Depot. JBM Auto, a Haryana-based bus manufacturer, provided these 100% electric buses, marking a significant step in promoting sustainable and eco-friendly public transportation in the state.

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