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Honda commits to $11B EV hub in Canada, to start in 2028

Green Car Reports

Honda on Thursday announced plans to push its EV supply chain into Canada, in a move that it said “represents recognition of the long-term attractiveness of the Canadian EV manufacturing ecosystem.” The investment is significant—$11 billion US, including investments by joint-venture partners—but it doesn’t yet.

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Tesla gives Semi a late 2025 and early 2026 true launch date

Teslarati

Tesla gave the Semi a late 2025 and early 2026 true launch date as the company has started construction of a dedicated manufacturing facility for the Class 8 truck. Tesla has been utilizing the expertise of PepsiCo. for an early pilot program involving the Semi to test real-world efficiency and travel. For the past two years, Tesla and PepsiCo. have been working to understand how the vehicle will make fleets more efficient and environmentally friendly as the truck is still making its way toward

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BYD unveils sleek new electric hatch and 1,000 hp tri-motor Denza Z9 GT EV

Electrek

China’s BYD is unleashing a series of new electric vehicles as it expands the brand globally. BYD unveiled two new EVs at the Beijing Auto Show: a sleek Ocean-M electric hatch and the Denza Z9 GT EV. Check out the first images below.

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Ford promises more affordable EVs as it loses money on them

Green Car Reports

In its quarterly earnings call this week, Ford reported significant losses on EVs—but still promised lower-priced models. As reported by CNN, Ford said its EV unit lost $1.3 billion in the first quarter, or $132,000 for each of the roughly 10,000 EVs sold by the automaker during that period. Sales were down 20% from a year earlier, but.

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

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Tesla Autopilot is again under NHTSA investigation after doubts over recall remedy

Electrek

Tesla Autopilot finds itself once again under NHTSA investigation after the agency is now doubting the effectiveness over the 2-million vehicle “recall” last year.

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Toyota 3-row EVs, lower-priced Ford EVs, Honda EV hubs, Mazda EZ-6: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Ford EVs are losing money, but hope is on the way with a next generation of vehicles. Mazda shows an appealing electric sedan so far limited to China. Toyota plans a second U.S.-made three-row electric SUV. And Honda is creating another EV hub in Canada. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. More lower-priced Ford EVs are on the way, the.

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Toyota confirms second 3-row electric SUV for US production

Green Car Reports

Toyota announced on Thursday that it plans to build a new three-row battery-electric SUV in Princeton, Indiana, with a corresponding $1.4 billion investment in the plant. The company emphasizes that this announcement comes in addition to the recent $1.3 billion investment in the automaker’s Kentucky plant, to build a separate three-row.

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Toyota to Offer Two Three-Row EVs in the States

The Truth About Cars

Toyota hinted at a new electric Highlander variant earlier this month, but its most recent announcement confirms another three-row electric SUV. Yesterday, the Japanese auto giant said it would build a new EV at its Princeton, Indiana facility and noted that it would inject $1.4 billion to modernize the plant. That investment joins Toyota’s recently confirmed $1.3 billion drop into its Kentucky plant, where production of a new EV is expected to start next year.

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Mazda applies its design flair to China with EZ-6 electric sedan

Green Car Reports

An electrified successor to the Mazda 6 mid-size sedan goes on sale in China later this year, but prospects for the U.S. are unclear. Unveiled at the 2024 Beijing auto show, the Mazda EZ-6 combines the Japanese automaker's signature design flair with powertrain tech from Changan Automobile, Mazda's Chinese partner. Mazda hasn't confirmed sales.

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TTAC Giveaway: Techron Complete Fuel System Cleaner

The Truth About Cars

We're giving things away again. This time it's a six-pack of Techron Complete Fuel System Cleaner, and more. Here's what you'll get: The aforementioned six-pack of 20-oz bottles of Techron Complete Fuel System Cleaner, a Techron T-shirt, a Techron hat, and some assorted odds and ends such as magnets and stickers. Techron says you "Save More with Every Pour" -- all you have to do is pour a bottle into your fuel tank each season.

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

Brief

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Tesla launches Quicksilver paint option for US Model Y inventory units

Teslarati

Earlier this month, Tesla watchers observed that Giga Texas’ holding lots were being filled with Model Y units that were painted in Quicksilver, a color that was initially exclusive to Giga Berlin’s advanced paint shop. These Quicksilver Model Y units now seem to be available for purchase through Tesla’s Inventory page. A look at Tesla’s Inventory page for the Model Y shows that several vehicles in Quicksilver are currently available for purchase.

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QOTD: Will Honda's EV Strategy Pay Off?

The Truth About Cars

Earlier today we reported on Honda's plan to invest in EV manufacturing in Canada. Will it pay off? Will this help Honda get stronger in terms of EV offerings? Or is it a lot of hype with not as much substance? Will it even matter -- will the industry shift away from EVs as the solution to pollution? It's Friday, so let's head into the weekend with a discussion about manufacturing.

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This Semi-Enclosed Electric Trike Could Make Commuting A Lot More Fun

CleanTechnica EVs

This electric trike is small enough to fit in bike lanes and bike paths, has an enclosure that offers some protection from the weather, and includes a variety of car-like features such as headlights and tail lights, turn signals, mirrors, and even a roll bar and a windshield with a. [continued] The post This Semi-Enclosed Electric Trike Could Make Commuting A Lot More Fun appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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These Are the Cars You Should Buy Used

The Truth About Cars

It's time for another podcast! We chat with Karl Brauer, iSeeCars executive analyst, about the cars you should buy new -- and those you'd be better off buying used. Matthew Guy also drops by and we discuss side marker lights and how last week's NASCAR race at Talladega once again ended with The Big One. As always, you can find our podcast at the following places: Spotify , Apple , Google , Amazon , and iHeart Radio.

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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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Hyundai’s new Kona Electric is even cheaper to lease than the gas-powered model at $169/mo

Electrek

The newly designed Hyundai Kona Electric is better in every way, with more range, faster charging, and a bold new style. Hyundai’s new 2024 Kona Electric is even cheaper to lease than the gas-powered model, starting at $169 per month.

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EV Range Anxiety: It Really Is All In Your Mind

CleanTechnica EVs

Public fast-charging stations are one way to push EV range anxiety out of the picture, and behavior-based solutions are also emerging. The post EV Range Anxiety: It Really Is All In Your Mind appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Kia confirms EV9 GT is launching in January with enormous power

Electrek

After Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is already seeing strong demand, the EV9 is set to gain a high-performance GT version. Kia confirmed the EV9 GT will launch in January with “enormous power” and other upgrades.

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Comment on Nio launches 2024 ET7: Starting price unchanged, top-trim variant gets price hike by CARS CARS CARS

CN EV Post

The starting price of the 2024 ET7 is the same as the 2023 model, but the price of its top-trim variant with a 100-kWh battery pack has gone up by RMB 10,000 yuan.

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Tesla Cybertruck’s Battery Can Power A House. Owner Quoted $30,000 To Make That Happen

InsideEVs

Costs vary wildly and owners have to go through Tesla-approved installers, which may make it harder for some to get the work done.

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Mazda’s new EZ-6 electric sedan and Arata are the EVs the brand is missing in the US

Electrek

Mazda unveiled two new EVs, the EZ-6 electric sedan and the Arata SUV, at the Beijing Auto Show. Although Mazda’s new EVs are for China, they are what the brand is missing in the US.

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Elon Musk's Self-Driving Promises Are Getting Old

InsideEVs

Tesla's CEO has been making lofty predictions about robotic taxis and self-driving cars for nearly a decade. Is this time any different?

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Goodyear launches a new EV tire – but are EV tires worth it?

Electrek

Goodyear has debuted the ElectricDrive 2, a second-gen all-season EV tire – but are EV-specific tires worth putting on your electric vehicle?

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This 2018 Tesla Model S Drove 413,000 Miles With Its Original Battery

InsideEVs

It’s now on its second battery pack, and the odometer has gone up to 439,000 miles, and it’s still being used daily.

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Rivian starts shipping NACS adapters for Tesla’s Supercharger network

Electrek

Rivian has promised free NACS adapters will be sent out to its owners, and it’s starting that process now. Rivian.

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Tesla Autopilot Linked To 13 Deaths, Hundreds Of Crashes In New Investigation

InsideEVs

Moreover, U.S. federal regulators are probing whether a December Tesla recall actually fixed the safety issues with Autopilot and FSD.

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Skanska is about to transform a Brooklyn marine terminal into a major offshore wind hub

Electrek

Construction giant Skanska has been awarded a contract to turn the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into one of the US’s largest offshore wind ports.

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Used Car of the Day: 2011 Mitsubishi Evo MR

The Truth About Cars

Today we're bringing you a 2011 Mitsubishi Evo MR that might need a bit of work. There are 83K miles and the car has apparently had some major maintenance done -- and it has a new catalytic converter, spark plugs, and new valve cover gasket. The bad news is that the transmission apparently needs some work -- you can see the issues if you click through.

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Hertz To Sell Off Even More EVs As Depreciation Losses Mount

InsideEVs

But the rental giant's losses can be your gain if you're shopping electric and want to save a buck.

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Tesla Referral Program Not Ending, Just Paused, Says Elon Musk

CleanTechnica EVs

Earlier this week, I railed against Tesla’s decision to discontinue its referral program and the apparent cancellation (instead of expansion) of its fledgling advertising program. Well, Tesla’s advertising program looks like it is dead in the water, since they laid off the entire 40-person growth marketing team charged with that. [continued] The post Tesla Referral Program Not Ending, Just Paused, Says Elon Musk appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Cybertruck Australia & New Zealand tour dates released

Teslarati

The Tesla Cybertruck is going down under. The company recently released the Tesla Cybertruck’s tour dates for Australia and New Zealand between April and May 2024. Below are the following Cybertruck tour dates in Australia and New Zealand. Tesla Sydney: 26 April – 5 May 2024 Tesla Chatswood: 6 – 12 May 2024 Tesla Parramatta: 13 – 19 May 2024 Tesla Miranda: 20 – 26 May 2024 The Tesla Cybertruck becomes instant celebrity in China Tesla’s Cybertruck display will also allow

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The Revisionist Language That Tesla Used In The Q1 2024 Earnings Call

CleanTechnica EVs

The Tesla, Inc. Q1 2024 earnings call was fascinating in how Tesla representatives drew on carefully phrased statements to appease and turn around what was then a largely disgruntled shareholder group. The revisionist language within the earnings call took coexisting, diverse, and sometimes sharply clashing accounts of Tesla’s recent financial.

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Tesla Autopilot investigation closed by NHTSA — but now a recall query looms

Teslarati

Tesla Autopilot is getting further scrutiny from the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminsitration (NHTSA) as the agency has opened a Rcall Query to determine whether its safeguards that were rolled out in an Over-the-Air update late last year are effective. The NHTSA closed an Investigation into Tesla Autopilot that it opened in 2021. But now, it is looking into the recall that Tesla rolled out in December to increase driver attentiveness.

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Redwood Materials Has Good News About Electric Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

Redwood Materials is at the leading edge of a US-based supply chain for battery materials for electric vehicles. The post Redwood Materials Has Good News About Electric Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Video Friday: RACER Heavy

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. Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE ICRA 2024 : 13–17 May 2024, YOKOHAMA, JAPAN RoboCup 2024 : 17–22 July 2024, EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS Cybathlon 2024 : 25–27 October 2024, ZURICH Enjoy today’s videos!