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Report: Ram cancels 500-mile 1500 REV electric truck

Green Car Reports

Stellantis has reportedly cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. According to a Wednesday Mopar Insiders report, the truck brand is now telling suppliers that the long-range model has been cancelled, and to cease work and spending on any parts.

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The Toyota Prius Transformed the Auto Industry

Cars That Think

In the early 1990s, Toyota saw that environmental awareness and tighter emissions regulations would shape the future of the automotive industry. The company aimed to create an eco-friendly, efficient vehicle that would meet future standards. In 1997 Toyota introduced the Prius to the Japanese market. The car was the worlds first mass-produced hybrid vehicle that combined gasoline and electric power to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

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ChargePoint attempts to fight EV charger cord cutting

Green Car Reports

ChargePoint aims to curtail vandalism at public electric vehicle charging stations by equipping them with cut-resistant cables and alarm systems. The company unveiled both features Thursday, confirming that cut-resistant cables will be available for all of its "commercial and fleet charging stations." It also plans to license the cut-resistant.

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Why Honda Dealers Actually Want EVs

InsideEVs

The Honda Prologue's success proves that Americans are hungry for EVs from the Japanese brands they trust.

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

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Hyundai offering 2025 Ioniq 5 buyers a free home charger

Green Car Reports

Hyundai is expanding an offer of free home chargers or public-charging credits for owners of the refreshed 2025 Ioniq 5 electric vehicle. This perk was previously offered to owners of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N performance variant, but Hyundai confirmed Thursday that it's now available to owners of other Ioniq 5 models as well. Customers can.

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Video Friday: Agile Upgrade

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. RoboCup German Open : 1216 March 2025, NUREMBERG, GERMANY German Robotics Conference : 1315 March 2025, NUREMBERG, GERMANY RoboSoft 2025 : 2326 April 2025, LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND ICUAS 2025 : 1417 May 2025, CHARLOTTE, NC ICRA 2025 : 1923 May 2025, ATLANTA,

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Imported Tesla Cybertruck is seized by police in the UK, deemed dangerous and not legal

Electrek

Police have seized an imported Tesla Cybertruck in the UK as it is not road-legal in the country and deemed dangerous for pedestrians.

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Ram cancels 500-mile 1500 REV electric truck

Green Car Reports

Stellantis has cancelled a bigger-battery version of the Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck that the automaker previously said would offer 500 miles of range. Ram confirmed the 500-mile target, to be achieved with a 229-kwh double-layer battery pack, at the 2023 New York auto show. But Mopar Insiders reports that the truck brand is now telling.

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ARENA Funds Electric Truck Take-Up in Australia

CleanTechnica EVs

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is actively supporting the transition of heavy-duty trucks from diesel to electric in Australia. Great news after all, diesel starts with DIE. One hundred million Aussie dollars is on the table. Thats 62 million USD at todays exchange rate. I reached out to. [continued] The post ARENA Funds Electric Truck Take-Up in Australia appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai Motor Group Just Hit A Major EV Sales Milestone

InsideEVs

The Korean automaker's big electric push worked in 2024. It aims to keep that momentum with NACS-equipped EVs made in America.

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

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BYD just launched the world’s largest car carrier to charge up its global EV ambitions

Electrek

The BYD Shenzen, its new ro-ro ship that can carry 9,200 vehicles, has officially undocked. BYDs new car carrier is the worlds largest as the EV giant aggressively expands overseas. After sales surged last year, the Chinese EV leader looks for even more global market share in 2025.

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Tesla Model 3 VS. Hyundai Ioniq 5: The Tesla Supercharger Test

InsideEVs

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first non-Tesla EV to get a NACS connector from the factory. Here's how it fares against a Model 3.

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7 Tesla Good News Stories You May Have Missed

CleanTechnica EVs

A handful of Tesla stories have come up in recent weeks that I almost covered, that seemed worth covering, but in the end that just didn’t stimulate enough for a full story. After running across several more stories, I decided I’d just briefly cover them all in a couple of. [continued] The post 7 Tesla Good News Stories You May Have Missed appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Researchers achieve world-leading quantum entanglement of molecules

Innovation News Network

Learn how researchers at Durham University have successfully demonstrated long-lasting quantum entanglement between molecules. The post Researchers achieve world-leading quantum entanglement of molecules appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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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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Puerto Rico just got $1.2B in DOE financing to boost its grid with solar + storage

Electrek

The US Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $1.2 billion in financing to replace Puerto Ricos fossil fuel plants with solar and battery storage through 2032.

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Rivian Just Got A Major New Lifeline

InsideEVs

Plus, we discuss Honda's outlook for 2025 and how Polestar is planning to turn things around.

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U.K. police confiscates Tesla Cybertruck, cites safety concerns

Teslarati

A Tesla Cybertruck that was imported to the United Kingdom has been seized by authorities. In comments, the Greater Manchester Police (GMP) noted that the vehicle was illegal to drive in the U.K. The details: The Greater Manchester Police stopped the driver of the Tesla Cybertruck in Whitefield, Bury on Thursday night. As noted in a BBC News report, the Cybertruck was illegal to drive in the U.K. due to safety concerns.

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Now Stellantis Cancels Long-Range Ram 1500 REV Electric Pickup Truck

CleanTechnica EVs

Just the other day, I wrote about Stellantis suspending plans for the Chrysler Airflow EV. Now news is the company is cancelling the Ram 1500 REV. The news doesn’t come from Stellantis itself. It comes from Mopar Insiders, which reports that Ram has been telling suppliers the Ram 1500 REV. [continued] The post Now Stellantis Cancels Long-Range Ram 1500 REV Electric Pickup Truck appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Rivian (RIVN) stock rises as Volkswagen plans to expand $5.8 billion EV partnership

Electrek

Rivians (RIVN) stock is trending on Friday after Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume hinted at expanding upon their new EV partnership. Volkswagens boss said the company could offer great opportunities for Rivian. Heres what the new plans could include.

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NIO ET7 & NIO ET5 Touring Win Green Design International Award

CleanTechnica EVs

With the rise of Tesla and the EV market overall, one could think that every EV startup is just chasing money. And maybe that’s mostly right. However, some companies are more interested in being “green” leaders seeming to have a genuine focus on protecting our climate, air, and water. [continued] The post NIO ET7 & NIO ET5 Touring Win Green Design International Award appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Former Tesla exec sues company for telework issue that threatened marriage

Teslarati

Former Tesla executive Mike Tully is suing the company for an issue with a telework policy he says the company agreed to, then changed their minds. He says it caused an agonizing medical condition to reappear and nearly caused his marriage to fall apart. Tully filed the suit last month in a California court and claimed Tesla offered him a work-from-home position.

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ChargePoint Introducing Anti-Vandalism EV Charging Solutions

Electric Cars Report

EV charging solutions provider ChargePoint announced two innovative new solutions to combat charger vandalism, featuring a new cut-resistant charging cable and ChargePoint Protect, an alarm system designed to increase charging station security. First, ChargePoint revealed the charging industrys first cut-resistant charging cable, specifically designed to deter cable theft.

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The Porsche Macan May Not Stay All-Electric After All: Report

InsideEVs

Porsche once hoped it would sell 80% electric vehicles by 2030. Now, it's backtracking on its EV goals.

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TELO Trucks partners with Aptera to integrate solar technology

Electric Cars Report

Electric vehicle startup TELO Trucks has partnered with Aptera to introduce integrated solar panel options for the TELO MT1. This innovative feature empowers buyers to select up to three solar panel kits, enabling charging on the go and enhancing energy independence, even in remote locations. The available solar panel options include: Rooftop Truck Cab Solar […] The post TELO Trucks partners with Aptera to integrate solar technology appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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How does bird flu in cattle impact humans?

Innovation News Network

Researchers have discovered that the H5N1 strain of bird flu in cattle does not represent an increased threat to people. Discover more here. The post How does bird flu in cattle impact humans? appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Is Electric Car Charging Any Better In 2025? Here's What Owners Say

InsideEVs

Is public fast charging good in 2025? Bad? A bit of both? We hit the streets to ask real EV owners about their experiences.

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QOTD: Does Ram Need a Mid-Size Truck?

The Truth About Cars

Sometimes I ask y'all a QOTD where it seems like the answer is a no-brainer. This is one of those times. I am asking you if Ram needs a mid-size truck, and given that most of its competitors offer one, and given how beloved the Dakota was at times, I'd bet 90 percent of you will say yes. But hey, we do the QOTD nearly every day, and it's an interesting topic, so I am going to ask you anyway.

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SpaceX and Elon Musk explain potential reasons for Starship loss

Teslarati

SpaceX and its CEO Elon Musk are starting to shed some light on the potential reasoning for the loss of Starship yesterday, which was lost after a successful launch and catch of the lower-stage booster. Starship was lost during its ascension , and debris rained down over the Caribbean less than an hour after SpaceX lost all communication with the spacecraft.

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Chevy launches sweet new Equinox and Blazer EV deals that can slash prices by $5,000

Electrek

Chevy just introduced new deals on the Equinox and Blazer EV models to make them even more affordable. With 0% interest and a new trade-in bonus, Chevy is offering over $5,000 in savings.

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Hyundai Is Giving 2025 Ioniq 5 Buyers Free Level 2 Home Charger

Electric Cars Report

Hyundai announced the expansion of complimentary home charger and charging credit offers to the entire 2025 IONIQ 5 lineup. Customers who purchase or lease any new 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 model are eligible for their choice of a ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 charger or a $400 charging credit. Hyundai will provide the charger through […] The post Hyundai Is Giving 2025 Ioniq 5 Buyers Free Level 2 Home Charger appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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XPENG & BP Pulse Team Up On EV Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

It’s not a partnership I thought I’d ever see, but this is the 2020s. Chinese EV startup XPENG and the EV charging wing of BP (formerly British Petroleum), bp pulse, have partnered up to share EV charging stations in China. This week, the two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding. [continued] The post XPENG & BP Pulse Team Up On EV Charging appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Report: Porsche May Hang Onto the Gas Macan for Longer Than First Thought

The Truth About Cars

The Porsche Macan EV was supposed to mark the next step forward for the brands sporty compact SUV, but it appears the company isnt ready to let go of internal combustion in the vehicle just yet. A recent report from Autocar suggests that Porsche is considering keeping gas engines around in the next-gen SUVs, a reversal from its previous discussions on the topic.

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$1.66 Billion Turbo-Boost For US Green Hydrogen Industry

CleanTechnica EVs

The US green hydrogen firm Plug Power has just nailed a $1.66 federal loan guarantee towards the goal of building up to six hydrogen hubs around the country. The post $1.66 Billion Turbo-Boost For US Green Hydrogen Industry appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Report: NHTSA Opens Investigation Into Almost 900,000 GM Trucks and SUVs

The Truth About Cars

Almost 900,000 General Motors vehicles are now under a preliminary investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for an issue that could cause the engine to fail. While not a recall yet, this action is a step in that direction, and it could lead to expensive repairs for GM if it progresses. Vehicles from the 2019 through 2024 model year are covered by the investigation, including the Chevy Silverado, Tahoe, and Suburban.

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