Fri.Nov 03, 2023

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BMW claims Tesla is no longer ahead in EV range, battery tech

Green Car Reports

BMW is confident that batteries for its next-generation EVs will finally outdo Tesla in range. In a recently published interview with Automotive News Europe, BMW Group production boss Milan Nedeljkovic said the automaker doesn't see a gap to Tesla, and that the Tesla may in fact need to catch up to BMW once the German automaker's sixth-generation.

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Elon Musk says Tesla will build €25k EV at Giga Berlin

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk visited the company’s German production plant known as Giga Berlin today. He also gave an update on plans for the aesthetic of the plant, as well as a plan for manufacturing the company’s mass-market $25k EV. Musk has frequently visited Tesla’s production plants to check on the progress of production and operations while also meeting with various team members, including those who are responsible for manufacturing.

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Chery's EV concept tunes into tuna, claims world-best aero efficiency

Green Car Reports

Chinese automaker Chery has designed an EV concept inspired by tuna fish. And it claims this car is the most aerodynamic in the world. First spotted by Electrek, the concept is claimed to have a coefficient of drag (cd) of just 0.168, measured during wind-tunnel testing conducted in August. That was reportedly achieved with "AI simulation.

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Tesla Model Y Rules In Europe — Europe EV Sales Report

CleanTechnica EVs

Approximately 288,000 plugin vehicles were registered in September in Europe, +15% year over year (YoY). Unfortunately, the overall market also grew by double digits, +11%, as it is finally recovering from a couple of bad years. Last month’s plugin vehicle share of the overall European auto market was 25% (17% full electrics/BEVs).

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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 337 Megapack batteries

Teslarati

Tesla Energy seems to be well on its way to ending 2023 on a strong note. This was hinted at by a rather large fleet of 337 Megapack batteries that was recently sighted at the Megafactory in Lathrop, California. The Tesla Megapack is the electric vehicle maker’s flagship battery storage system. Designed specifically for grid use, the Megapack has been deployed in several notable projects around the world.

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Meet the ‘world’s first’ floating wind, solar, and fish farm combo

Electrek

Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group has unveiled what it says is the world’s first floating wind turbine, solar farm, and fish farm combination. more… The post Meet the ‘world’s first’ floating wind, solar, and fish farm combo appeared first on Electrek.

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Southern California just secured a lot of power from the US’s largest clean energy transmission project

Electrek

Clean Power Alliance, California’s fourth-largest electricity provider, is going to source power from SunZia, the US’s largest clean energy transmission project. more… The post Southern California just secured a lot of power from the US’s largest clean energy transmission project appeared first on Electrek.

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Elon Musk responds to Tesla Cybertruck hate from Jim Cramer

Teslarati

Elon Musk found Jim Cramer’s hate toward the Tesla Cybertruck to be a “good omen” after the financial personality cast plenty of stones in the direction of the all-electric pickup that will be released later this month. Yesterday, we reported on Cramer’s ridiculous synopsis of the Cybertruck, which included several falsehoods regarding pricing, payload capacity, and underwhelming production estimates.

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Chinese EV maker NIO wants to sell electric cars in the US by 2025

Electrek

Up-and-coming EV maker NIO aims to sell cars in the US by 2025. The company plans to import premium Chinese-made EVs to the US as it looks to expand its market. more… The post Chinese EV maker NIO wants to sell electric cars in the US by 2025 appeared first on Electrek.

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Starlink’s cash flow is now breakeven making an IPO more attractive

Teslarati

Starlink is now breaking even with its cash flow, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said, and an IPO is becoming more attractive. Yesterday, Musk said that Starlink has officially reached a point where it is breaking even with its cash flow on the satellite internet project. Excited to announce that @SpaceX @Starlink has achieved breakeven cash flow! Excellent work by a great team.

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

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Volvo is on a roll with another round of impressive EV sales

Electrek

In the wake of what feels like gloomy news for the EV economy, Volvo has pulled out yet another round of impressive EV sales numbers , especially coming from a legacy automaker. Volvo reports that its fully electric car sales jumped by 29% in October globally compared to last year, accounting for 18% of all of its cars sold in the month. more… The post Volvo is on a roll with another round of impressive EV sales appeared first on Electrek.

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EPA holds EV video competition to promote electric transportation

Teslarati

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched an electric vehicle (EV) video challenge to promote electrified transportation. The electric vehicle video competition started on October 27, 2027. The Agency’s video challenge has three categories: personal mobility, electric vehicles , and electric buses. The EPA offers three place prices for each category: first place is $3,000, second place is $1,000, and third place is $500.

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Ferrari says its first electric vehicle is ahead of schedule after a big step forward in Q3

Electrek

As one of the most recognized supercar brands globally, many wonder when we will see a fully electric Ferrari hit the streets. According to CEO Benedetto Vigna, development on the first Ferrari EV is ahead of schedule. more… The post Ferrari says its first electric vehicle is ahead of schedule after a big step forward in Q3 appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla workers hard-pressed to join union despite UAW efforts: report

Teslarati

Employees at Tesla’s Fremont factory appear to have mixed opinions about the United Auto Workers (UAW) union’s efforts to organize the facility. The UAW, after securing deals from the Detroit Big Three, is now setting its eyes on non-union automakers like Tesla. But while the UAW’s presence may be felt in Tesla, some workers who spoke on the condition of anonymity informed Insider that they would not want to work in a unionized factory.

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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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Sales Of Electric Cars Top 20% In California, Led By Tesla Model Y — Charts

CleanTechnica EVs

sales of electric cars in California are increasing from quarter to quarter and year to date thanks to staunch policy support from the state.

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Elon Musk’s X is seeing fewer downloads, but usage is hitting all-time highs: study

Teslarati

A look at the mainstream coverage of X, as well as posts about the Elon Musk-owned social media company on platforms such as Meta’s Threads, would suggest that the site formerly known as Twitter is headed for demise. Critics typically point to X reportedly seeing fewer downloads as a notable sign that the platform is on its last legs. As noted in an analysis from 42 Matters , an app data intelligence and analytics provider, the trends surrounding X and its competitors in the social media m

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Share EV — From Rockets To Rental Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

Share EV is an electrical vehicle rental company started shortly after the popular Tesla Model 3 was introduced to the Australian landscape. Originally it was a small endeavour to encourage EV adoption by allowing potential EV owners to “try before they buy.

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Volvo reveals upgraded 2024 C40 and XC40 Recharge EV prices

Electrek

Volvo announced prices for its entire 2024 lineup, including the upgraded C40 and XC40 Recharge EVs. For the first time in 25 years, Volvo will offer a rear-wheel drive variant in the US, among other improvements. more… The post Volvo reveals upgraded 2024 C40 and XC40 Recharge EV prices appeared first on Electrek.

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What Chile Can Learn From Clean Car Rules Elsewhere

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric vehicle sales are surging globally. The sales have overshot 5%, considered to be the start of the mass market, in over 20 countries across the world. In places like India they are fast approaching that benchmark.

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Volvo Cars Reports October Sales, 36% Market Share Of Plug-in Vehicles

Electric Cars Report

Volvo Cars reported its 14th consecutive month of growth as global sales reached 59,861 cars in October, up 10 per cent compared to the same period last year. The sales increase was primarily driven by the company’s fully electric cars. For the period January-October 2023, the company sold 569,019 cars, which is 18 per cent higher […] The post Volvo Cars Reports October Sales, 36% Market Share Of Plug-in Vehicles appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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You Can Help Shape Tesla’s Supercharger Network

CleanTechnica EVs

Calling all Tesla enthusiasts! It’s time to rev up your engines and make a real impact on Tesla’s Supercharger network expansion! Your voice truly matters, and together, you can make a difference.

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Mercedes-Benz Charging Hubs will be built at 55 Simon locations in the United States

Electric Cars Report

Mercedes-Benz HPC North America (Mercedes-Benz HPC NA) and Simon announced a new, groundbreaking strategic relationship. Mercedes-Benz HPC NA is building a network of premium EV charging hubs in the US and Canada, and Simon is a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations. This agreement marks an exciting moment for both brands, […] The post Mercedes-Benz Charging Hubs will be built at 55 Simon locations in the United States appeared first on Electri

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Kia urges dealers to resist markups on the new three-row EV9 electric SUV

Electrek

Kia is asking its dealers to avoid markups on the new EV9 electric SUV. The automaker says its first three-row electric SUV is garnering “significant consumer interest” as it’s expected to hit dealerships by the end of the year. more… The post Kia urges dealers to resist markups on the new three-row EV9 electric SUV appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Mercedes AMG EQE53 vs. Tesla — Owner Comparison & Review

CleanTechnica EVs

Over a coffee at the Coochin Creek high-speed chargers, Rick told me why he bought an electric Mercedes AMG EQE53. “We had a Plaid Model X (and a base Model Y) on order when Tesla decided not to make RHD S & X.

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Polestar enables customers to reduce carbon footprint and costs through partnership with Ohme and Octopus Energy

Electric Cars Report

Polestar strengthens its commitment to reduce its carbon footprint through two strategic partnerships in the UK, with Ohme as home charging partner and green energy provider, Octopus Energy. The three-way partnership will offer Polestar customers in the UK both cheaper charging at home and on the road together with the option to reduce carbon footprint […] The post Polestar enables customers to reduce carbon footprint and costs through partnership with Ohme and Octopus Energy appeared firs

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Cybertruck Struggles With Light Off-Roading in New Video

The Truth About Cars

We’re just a few weeks away from the four-year anniversary of the Tesla Cybertruck reveal event. The announcement understandably made huge waves in the auto industry and everywhere else, honestly, but that excitement hasn’t survived the several-year wait for many people. Videos like this one aren’t helping the truck’s case, either, as it appears to be struggling with a relatively straightforward off-road obstacle.

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Scania to use ABB E-mobility’s EV charging solutions

Electric Cars Report

ABB E-mobility and Scania are taking their collaboration to the next level by signing a new global framework agreement. The agreement enables Scania to become a full solution provider for their EV customers, offering a tailored charging solution together with electric vehicles. Scania will provide both its own network and its customers with ABB E-mobility‘s […] The post Scania to use ABB E-mobility’s EV charging solutions appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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2023 Audi TT Given Sendoff Limited Edition Model

The Truth About Cars

Audi is discontinuing the TT this year and will be offering a Final Edition built in limited quantities. Based on the Roadster, the model is focused on giving a visual nod to the original that debuted in 1998 so you’ll have something to talk about with friends. But the first thing they’re going to bring up is why the cloth top is gray rather than the original black.

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2024 Skoda Superb Estate PHEV to offer 100 km electric-only range

Electric Cars Report

The fourth generation of the Skoda Superb builds on the strengths of its predecessor, offering an even more sophisticated design, more space and comfort and state-of-the-art technology. Customers can once again choose between estate and a hatch body styles. There are three petrol engines with outputs ranging from 150 hp (110 kW) to 265 hp (195 […] The post 2024 Skoda Superb Estate PHEV to offer 100 km electric-only range appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Domain protection protocols: How to intercept a cyber attack

Innovation News Network

Learn more about the three key domain protection protocols that businesses can employ to protect themselves and their employees. The post Domain protection protocols: How to intercept a cyber attack appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Lotus Type 136 Electric Road Bike Is A Race-Inspired Work Of Art

InsideEVs

Lotus has unveiled a striking new e-bike in the form of the Type 136, a model that pays homage to the Hope HB.T race bike that competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

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Used Car of the Day: 1986 Toyota Mk2 Celica Supra

The Truth About Cars

We're sticking around Chicagoland for the second day in a row. Today I bring you a 1986 Toyota Mk2 Celica Supra. There's good and bad with this car. The good includes an engine that was installed in 2010 and still has low miles, Eibach sport springs, and a sunroof. The car apparently drives well, even after over 165K miles. The bad includes missing seats and corrosion on both the body and wheels.

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Video Friday: Robots for Humanity

Cars That Think

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. IEEE SSRR 2023 : 13–15 November 2023, FUKUSHIMA, JAPAN Humanoids 2023 : 12–14 December 2023, AUSTIN, TEXAS Cybathlon Challenges : 2 February 2024, ZURICH Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE Enjoy today’s videos!

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2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum Review – Road-Trip Ready

The Truth About Cars

It was just my luck that I was assigned a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder earlier this year for a week that included a road trip of almost 150 miles. There are worse vehicles to while away the mile in. There’s not much new here unless you care about the available Rock Creek Edition. Which, of course, is not the trim I drove, as evidenced by the headline. The Platinum trim I drove is the top dog of the lineup, and the features list shows that.

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