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DOE intends to award up to $37M to advance EV battery recycling, transportation and design

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) issued a notice of intent to release a funding opportunity that would provide up to $37 million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding to advance electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, transportation, and design (DE-FOA-0003120). As of July 2023, more than 3.9 million plug-in electric vehicles have been sold in the US.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB EV refreshes tech, preserves boxy brilliance

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In a class of teardrop-shaped electric crossovers, the Mercedes-Benz EQB stands out as refreshingly different—for its upright, more boxy profile. Even though it’s about the same size on the outside as the Tesla Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, or VW ID.4, it can feel more spacious inside. And like only the Model Y, it.

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CARB: clean fuels replaced more than 50% of diesel used in California in Q1 2023

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Clean fuels replaced more than 50% of the diesel used in the state in the first quarter of 2023, according to the California Air Resources Board (CARB). California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), which requires fuel producers to reduce the carbon intensity of fuel sold in the state, is largely responsible for the shift by encouraging the use and production of cleaner alternatives.

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California pivots state EV incentives to lower-income drivers

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California announced this week that it will recast a major EV incentive program to focus on middle- and low-income drivers. In late 2023, the California Air Resources Board (CARB)—which oversees the state's EV incentives and emissions rules—will expand the existing Clean Cars 4 All program statewide as a replacement for the Clean.

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

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Maserati partners with Future Energy to electrify dealer network

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Maserati, the Italian luxury and performance automotive brand and the only luxury brand of the Stellantis Group, is partnering with Future Energy to electrify its dealer network. Future Energy is a leading Michigan-based energy solutions and IoT company specializing in helping auto dealerships and other businesses by planning their EV charging infrastructure for today and the future, performing specialized installation services, and providing software to automate and manage their chargers and en

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Volvo EM90 electric minivan will help reshape EV lineup for China

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Volvo on Thursday announced its first minivan—in fully electric form—and confirmed the model for China. The Swedish automaker says that the upcoming model, called EM90, is designed to make the most of time spent in the car, “like a Scandinavian living room on the move.” The Volvo EM90 is expected to be closely based on the.

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Study: Collision repair remains much more expensive for EVs

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It's more expensive to repair an EV—especially a Tesla—after a collision, but also more likely that the car can still be driven while waiting for repairs, according to a new auto damage study from a company that provides tech for the auto insurance and collision repair industries. That firm, Mitchell International, sifted through.

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SK On to invest up to KRW 1.5T (US$1.1B) in battery manufacturing expansion in Seosan City

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SK On will make a KRW 1.5-trillion (US$1.1-billion) investment in its domestic battery production base in Seosan, South Korea, paving the way for the completion of a core infrastructure that will fortify Korea’s domestic electric vehicle battery industry. The Korean battery maker signed an MOU with South Chungcheong Province and Seosan City to build its third facility in Seosan.

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Mercedes EQB update, Vinfast VF 9 range, expensive EV repairs: Today’s Car News

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Vinfast claims 330 miles of U.S. range for its three-row electric SUV. California re-ups its EV incentives for lower-income households. EV collision repair remains more expensive. And the uniquely boxy Mercedes EQB gets a refresh. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. A series of tech and styling improvements due in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB.

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Stellantis selects AGI to support national US dealership electrification and EV charging capabilities

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With the electric-vehicle (EV) readiness assessments in process, US auto dealers are seeing rapid growth in the number of EV charger installation projects being proposed and starting construction over the next several months. Recognizing the nationwide resources necessary to engineer, install and maintain these systems across more than 2,600 locations, Stellantis has selected AGI to be a turnkey infrastructure solutions provider to help dealers in their electrification effort and all aspects req

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

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Comment on Norwegian taxi firm Oslo Taxi reportedly picks Nio as 1st-choice supplier by Iraklis Chatzivagiannis

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I feel sorry for those people who make investment decisions without any research and when it comes to NIO battery swapping, they just compare the swap time with the supercharging time. It's beyond my understanding how people are so lazy to sit down and think how the swappable batteries can help consumers with constantly having the most upgraded batteries, not worrying about battery degradation, having constantly inspection-approved batteries, etc. and of course governments with providing energy

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Rheinmetall wins another new order for engine blocks; “last man standing” strategy in ICE sector pays off

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Rheinmetall has won a new order in the internal combustion engine sector, a result the company says indicates its “last man standing” strategy. Placed by an alliance of two globally active, well-known automakers, the order encompasses several hundred thousand engines blocks worth a figure in the mid-double-digit million-euro range. The part ordered is a 4-cylinder engine block produced in a high-pressure die-casting process.

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Kia EV5 All-Electric Compact SUV Officially Revealed

Electric Cars Report

Kia today presented its all-electric compact SUV, the Kia EV5, at the Chengdu Motor Show in China. The Kia EV5 brings a new era of electric mobility to the compact SUV sector to meet the needs of millennial families. The EV5 seamlessly blends transformative design, exceptional versatility and outstanding comfort to deliver a harmoniously balanced […] The post Kia EV5 All-Electric Compact SUV Officially Revealed appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Mer, Hubject and Driivz to demonstrate seamless EV Plug&Charge at Intercharge Network Conference 2023

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Three EV industry collaborators—Mer Germany, Hubject, and Driivz—will demonstrate ISO 15118-based Plug&Charge technology at the Intercharge Network Conference ( ICNC23 ) in Berlin later this month. Mer Germany , part of the Mer Group, a leading EV charging operator in Norway, Sweden, UK, Germany and Austria, is focused on sustainable electric mobility and the initiator of the collaboration.

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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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Tesla China cuts Model 3 powered trunk upgrade cost

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Tesla China has rolled out a price cut for its Model 3 powered trunk upgrade. From its previous price of RMB 3,980 ($546), the upgrade’s cost has been reduced by RMB 1,000 ($137) to just RMB 2,980 ($408). Tesla Model 3 units that are produced today are shipped from the factory with a powered trunk. The all-electric sedan, however, did not always have the feature.

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Comment on Morgan Stanley expects Nio shares 'very likely' to rise over next 15 days by niall quaid

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itnlooks like morgan stanley doesn't know any more than the chairman and ceo of Nio about the business''' shares keep dropping because of incompetence and no market management. hedge funds are making a mockery of LI and his cohorts.

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Volvo teases first 100% electric minivan, the EM90 is like a ‘Scandinavian living room’

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Volvo ’s first all-electric minivan is on its way. The Swedish automaker teased the electric EM90 minivan Thursday, claiming it’s like a “Scandinavian living room on the move.” more… The post Volvo teases first 100% electric minivan, the EM90 is like a ‘Scandinavian living room’ appeared first on Electrek.

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Toyota Adds Nightshade, Factory Lift to Tundra for 2024

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The Big T is adding new trims and options to its Tundra half-ton pickup truck for the 2024 model year, including an expansion of the TRD Off-Road package to its snazzy Platinum-grade 4x4 and extending the availability of the murdered-out Nightshade trim. Of greater interest to this author? A new TRD 3-inch suspension lift kit can now be installed at the factory.

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GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser is the ultimate adventure machine that can charge itself

Electrek

The highly-anticipated GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser made its official debut Thursday. The electric pickup is fitted with EarthCruiser’s overland upfit solution, offering the ultimate zero-emission adventure vehicle with self-charging capabilities via solar power. more… The post GMC Hummer EV EarthCruiser is the ultimate adventure machine that can charge itself appeared first on Electrek.

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GMC HUMMER EV EarthCruiser Upfit by EarthCruiser

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EarthCruiser unveiled the all-electric GMC HUMMER EV EarthCruiser –– an overland upfit solution from EarthCruiser. This EarthCruiser upfit sets a new standard in zero-tailpipe emission overlanding possibilities through its full integration onto the HUMMER EV Pickup chassis to offer adventurers the perfect blend of state-the-art technology, innovation and comfort to explore on- or off-road.

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Nissan previews three new EVs to dealers, including a next-gen LEAF and Maxima successor

Electrek

Nissan showed off its next-generation electric vehicles to dealers this week, previewing its future lineup. The automaker presented three new EVs, including a successor to the LEAF hatchback , a performance sedan that could take the Maxima’s place, and a third electric model. more… The post Nissan previews three new EVs to dealers, including a next-gen LEAF and Maxima successor appeared first on Electrek.

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Kia EV5 production version design unveiled at the Chengdu Motor Show in China

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Kia EV5's production version design was unveiled today at the Chengdu Motor Show in China. The concept vehicle debuted in March this year on the Kia Chinese EV Day and appeared during Auto Shanghai a month later. Now Kia is ready with the production version of the model which was designed as a compact SUV that meets the needs of millennial families.

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Tennessee said it would develop a statewide network of EV fast charging stations. It’s added one in 2.5 years

Electrek

Will Blink Charging ‘s new partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) revive Tennessee’s stagnant Fast Charge TN Network plan? more… The post Tennessee said it would develop a statewide network of EV fast charging stations. It’s added one in 2.5 years appeared first on Electrek.

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Volkswagen ID.7 Priced At €56,995 In Europe, Now Available to Pre-Order

Electric Cars Report

Volkswagen is opening pre-sales for its ID.7 all-electric sedan: as of today, customers will initially be able to order the model in the Pro specification package with a range of up to 621 kilometers (WLTP) at a price of €56,995. For the market launch, Volkswagen has equipped the ID.7 with particularly convenient and high-quality technologies. […] The post Volkswagen ID.7 Priced At €56,995 In Europe, Now Available to Pre-Order appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Ford launches limited-edition matte black F-150 Lightning, and it looks sick

Electrek

Ford has launched a new limited-edition matte black F-150 Lightning, which looks pretty sick. more… The post Ford launches limited-edition matte black F-150 Lightning, and it looks sick appeared first on Electrek.

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Used Car of the Day: 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTS-T Type M

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Today we bring you a car that hasn't yet seen the road after being wrapped. It's also a rarity -- a 1993 Nissan Skyline R32 GTST This 5-speed manual has 140,000 miles on the clock, runs well, has no rust, and has frosty cold A/C. Mods include Nissan OEM coilovers, a carbon strut bar, and the air intake. Cosmetic changes include a carbon-fiber grille, side skirts, and an OEM GTR hood and front bumper.

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Limited-Edition F-150 Lightning Platinum Black Adds Commanding Look to the Ford Electric Truck Lineup

Electric Cars Report

Ford is introducing a new special edition vehicle – F-150 Lightning Platinum Black – designed for customers who want a truck with distinctive looks, power and premium matte black features. The F-150 Lightning Platinum Black is a monochromatic electric truck, combining the tech and power capability of the high-end Platinum trim level wrapped in a […] The post Limited-Edition F-150 Lightning Platinum Black Adds Commanding Look to the Ford Electric Truck Lineup appeared first on Electric Cars

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Volkswagen ID.7 Pro can now be pre-ordered in Germany, prices start at EUR 56,995

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Volkswagen ID.7 debuted in April at the Auto Shanghai in China. As of today, customers in Germany can pre-order the vehicle which starts at EUR 56,995 incl. VAT. This price applies to the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro version with a combined range of 543-621 km, 210W power, a 77 kWh battery, 11KW onboard charger, and 175 KW DC fast charging support. Its combined power consumption is 16.3 - 14.1 kWh/100 km.

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Massachusetts' Right to Repair Law Finally Gets Go-Ahead From Feds

The Truth About Cars

Right to repair is a contentious issue for all consumer products, especially smartphones and cars. Massachusetts voters approved a measure that would require automakers to open access to their over-the-air processes and data in 2020, but the feds only recently gave the okay for it to proceed after the NHTSA pumped the brakes.& Automakers argued that opening their software in such a way would create vulnerabilities that could be exploited by bad actors with severe consequences.

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Mercedes-Benz EQA and EQB facelift unveiled

Electric Cars Report

The Mercedess-Benz EQA and EQB are becoming even more attractive to newcomers and those switching to electric vehicles – thanks to fresh looks, numerous efficiency updates and new, useful features. MBUX with improved voice control and driving assistance systems are updated; with Plug & Charge charging technology and optional Sound Experiences, innovations from the larger […] The post Mercedes-Benz EQA and EQB facelift unveiled appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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For First Time, 50% Of California Diesel Fuel Is Replaced By Clean Fuels

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SACRAMENTO — California hit an important milestone in its shift away from polluting fuel sources, with clean fuels replacing over 50% of the diesel used in the state in the first quarter of 2023.

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Volkswagen opens ID.7 electric sedan pre-orders in Europe, starting at $62K

Electrek

Volkswagen opened pre-orders for its flagship ID.7 electric sedan on Thursday for European customers. The new flagship EV will start at around $62,000 (€56,995) with up to 385 miles (621 km) of WLTC range. more… The post Volkswagen opens ID.7 electric sedan pre-orders in Europe, starting at $62K appeared first on Electrek.

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BYD Showcases 6 Electric Vehicles and New Technologies at IAA Mobility 2023

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Chinese leading EV maker BYD will present 6 electric vehicles alongside a display of new technologies at the Internationale Automobilausstellung (IAA) in Munich (5-10 September 2023). BYD’s product portfolio is rapidly expanding. The company will also present its luxury sub-brand, DENZA, to European audiences for the first time, shining a spotlight on the DENZA D9, […] The post BYD Showcases 6 Electric Vehicles and New Technologies at IAA Mobility 2023 appeared first on Electric Cars Repor

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Carlsberg & Einride Bring Beer To Thirsty Swedes In Electric Trucks

CleanTechnica EVs

Beer is perhaps the oldest commercial product in human history. According to Wikipedia, the first chemically confirmed barley beer was made in what is now Iran in 5000 BC. The written history of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia records the use of beer, and the drink has spread throughout the world.

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