July, 2022

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Amazon begins deploying its Rivian electric delivery vehicles

Green Car Congress

Amazon has begun deploying its custom electric delivery vehicles from Rivian for package delivery, with the electric vehicles hitting the road in Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, Nashville, Phoenix, San Diego, Seattle, and St. Louis, among other cities. This rollout is just the beginning of what is expected to be thousands of Amazon’s custom electric delivery vehicles in more than 100 cities by the end of this year and 100,000 across the US by 2030.

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Are regulators focusing too much on EV sales and not enough on retiring ICE vehicles?

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Global EV sales are steadily increasing with help from regulators, but that won't matter if existing gasoline and diesel vehicles aren't retired quickly, new research argues. "The slow speed of fleet turnover presents a substantial barrier to deep decarbonization," researchers state in a new book on energy transition (via Axios). Researchers.

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Tesla rumored to be in talks with another Giga Press supplier

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Rumors have recently emerged from China suggesting that Tesla is looking to tap Switzerland’s Bühler as another Giga Press supplier. Similar to IDRA, Bühler is also a manufacturer of large-scale die-casting machines. The rumor was initially shared by Tesla and EV industry watcher Chris Zheng on Twitter. Citing information from employees of a Chinese car startup, Zheng noted that China would have a number of vehicles in mass production next year that will be using integrated die castings li

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Why Labor’s new tax cut on electric vehicles won’t help you buy one anytime soon

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Labor says its electric vehicle tax cuts ar e“good for motorists, good for climate action and good for fleet purchases”. They won’t, however, help most Australians afford one. The post Why Labor’s new tax cut on electric vehicles won’t help you buy one anytime soon appeared first on The Driven.

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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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NIO to launch very special model next year, CEO hints

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The NIO brand will not launch a model less expensive than the ET5 or a two-door sports car, but it will launch a model 'with character' next year, according to William Li. The post NIO to launch very special model next year, CEO hints appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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EV Sales Are Growing, And More & More US Drivers Want To Go Electric

CleanTechnica EVs

Meanwhile, more and more drivers are feeling the electric tingle. A new survey from Consumer Reports found a record amount of interest in going electric. The nationally representative survey of 8,027 American consumers found that 71% of respondents expressed some level of interest in buying or leasing an EV: 14% would “definitely” choose one if they […].

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GM claims it has secured all battery raw material for 1 million EVs annually by 2025

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General Motors says it has "contractually secured" all battery raw materials to meet its goal of establishing annual North American production capacity for 1 million EVs by 2025. That confirmation came as part of announcements of two supply deals for raw materials, including one with lithium supplier Livent for lithium hydroxide. The material.

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Tesla reservation holders report Model S Plaid delivery updates in Europe

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Tesla appears to have released a subtle but notable Model S Plaid delivery update for reservation holders in Europe. As noted by a number of Model S and Model X buyers, they have started getting messages from Tesla hinting that their highly-anticipated vehicles may finally be coming. The new Tesla Model S and Model X have started deliveries in the United States, but not in areas such as Asia or Europe.

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Football, meat pies, efficiency standards and electric utes: Can we have it all?

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The calls for fuel-efficiency legislation may be increasing, but the devil is in the detail. The post Football, meat pies, efficiency standards and electric utes: Can we have it all? appeared first on The Driven.

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BREAKING: NIO plans to launch third brand, price could be as low as $14,820, report says

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The price range of NIO's third brand is mainly in the range of RMB 100,000 ($14,820) - 200,000 yuan, according to local media. The post BREAKING: NIO plans to launch third brand, price could be as low as $14,820, report says appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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

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More Electric Vehicles, No More Excuses For US Postal Service

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The US Postal Service finally commits to more electric vehicles, and a $3 billion carve-out in the new climate bill should help grease the skids.

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2023 Chevy Bolt EV is still the best value EV in America, by far

Electrek

Long time Electrek readers will know that I leased a Chevy Bolt EV from 2017 until the pandemic and really loved that electric blue “Micro-SUV” EV; we’ve already taken a look at its younger sibling, the EUV with Super Cruise. But considering recent events GM has cleaned up the battery “issue” and lowered the price by $6000, and introduced 2023 model year – as well as a tax rebate refresh opportunity – I thought it would be fun to take another look at the now sub-$30,000 Bolt EUV. more….

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Sono Sion EV production form revealed, claims up to 152 miles a week from solar

Green Car Reports

Sono Motors on Monday revealed what it claims is a production-ready version of its Sion solar-assisted EV. Production is scheduled to start in the second half of 2023. The production version gets revised exterior and interior styling, Sono said in a press release. The headlights, taillights, door handles, charge port, and rear fascia are new.

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Tesla secures long-term battery materials deal with China’s Huayou, CNGR: report

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Recent reports have emerged suggesting that Tesla has signed long-term battery materials supply deals with Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co. and CNGR Advanced Material Co. The companies will reportedly provide Tesla with ternary precursor products until the middle of the decade. . The reports come amidst the efforts of veteran automakers like Ford and General Motors to acquire as much battery materials as possible.

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

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Lake Resources: Supplying high-quality lithium for the EV market

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As the world endeavours to deliver on its green energy ambitions, Lake Resources explains how it is set to meet the demand for high-quality lithium and support the electric vehicle market. As the world’s ambition around electrification picks up speed, Lake Resources is preparing to meet the demand through the advancement of its clean lithium […].

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Ganfeng Lithium plans to build China's largest solid-state battery production base

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Ganfeng's Chongqing-based project will have 10 GWh of battery capacity and 10 GWh of pack capacity when completed. The post Ganfeng Lithium plans to build China's largest solid-state battery production base appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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The Senate EV Rebate Deal Has Several Problems, But It Can Be Fixed

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News broke recently that the US Senate is considering doing more to help EV adoption, which is a great thing. According to a summary from Schumer’s office, the bargain reached between Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democratic Senator Joe Manchin includes an expansion of the current $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit as well as […].

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Electric trucks like Tesla Semi will get up to $40,000 in incentives with new bill

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Electric trucks, like Tesla Semi or Lion Electric’s trucks, will get up to $40,000 in incentives with the new proposed “Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.”. more…. The post Electric trucks like Tesla Semi will get up to $40,000 in incentives with new bill appeared first on Electrek.

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California leads in home EV charger installation, while NYC is last

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While most American drivers rely on home charging for EVs, not all areas with large EV fleets also have large numbers of home chargers, according to a new study from home improvement service Porch. Using real estate listings and EV registrations, the study found that California leads the way. Riverside, California, was the top metro area for home.

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Aptera’s brand ambassador program is very on character

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Aptera’s online marketing strategy includes a brand ambassador program that is very on character for the brand, to say the least, as it highlights the very specific cross-section of people who are interested in the company. Aptera has prided itself on its weird nature from the beginning. It is aiming to manufacture a polarizing-looking car, it is working with an atypical set of suppliers , and to top it off, it is looking to push serious legislative action that would make the Tesla chargin

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Major bus-makers eye electric bus manufacturing plant in Sydney

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Trio of Australia's busmakers explore development of battery electric bus manufacturing facility in Western Sydney. The post Major bus-makers eye electric bus manufacturing plant in Sydney appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD reportedly to order up to 8 ships for future car exports

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BYD will purchase up to eight LNG dual-fuel PCTCs capable of transporting 7,700 vehicles each, which are expected to be delivered from 2025 onwards, according to the latest media reports. The post BYD reportedly to order up to 8 ships for future car exports appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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What The Inflation Reduction Act Means To Electric Car & Truck Buyers

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The new Inflation Reduction Act promises major changes to the federal incentive program for electric cars and trucks.

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Senate moves forward with EV tax credit reform, Tesla (TSLA) to be included back and more

Electrek

The US Senate is going to move forward with a sweeping new bill after Senator Joe Manchin finally accepted to include investments to curb climate change. The new bill is going to include the long-awaited electric vehicle tax credit reform that is going to give back access to the tax credit to Tesla GM vehicles, along with other changes. more…. The post Senate moves forward with EV tax credit reform, Tesla (TSLA) to be included back and more appeared first on Electrek.

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Cadillac reveals Celestiq show car, previewing an electric flagship

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Cadillac on Friday pulled the wraps off its Celestiq show car, confirming the look of a future hand-built electric flagship sedan. The concept car, GM says, is inspired by GM’s 120-year heritage and will continue to be developed toward production. First teased last month, the design has stayed a sedan, GM says, rather than an SUV or.

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Tesla China opens 100th Supercharger in Beijing

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Tesla China opened Beijing’s 100th Supercharger. Sawyer Merritt shared the news on Twitter noting that Tesla announced this milestone for Beijing. Beijing wasn’t the only Chinese city to get its 100th Tesla Supercharger. @Believe_toto shared that Jiangsu Nanjing also did as well. 100th Supercharger in Jiangshu Nanjing pic.twitter.com/nqYgCgq7sE. — toto (@believe_toto) July 29, 2022.

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Volvo partners with ACT to design zero emission emergency services vehicles

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Volvo signs landmark partnership with ACT Emergency Service Agency to develop zero emission operational emergency services vehicles. The post Volvo partners with ACT to design zero emission emergency services vehicles appeared first on The Driven.

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China to extend purchase tax exemption for NEVs, says top govt meeting

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China's policy of exempting NEVs from purchase taxes has been extended several times over the years. The post China to extend purchase tax exemption for NEVs, says top govt meeting appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Trade In Your Old Fossil Car in France & Get An Affordable New Stellantis — “Electric As You Go”

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Stellantis introduces “Electric As You Go,” a new competitive long-term rental program dedicated to the BEV world starting from €110 per month plus a cost of use of 7 cents per kilometer (with 500 km minimum per month).

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GM and LG to build 3 US EV battery factories with a $2.5B DOE loan

Electrek

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a conditional loan of $2.5 billion for Ultium Cells, a joint venture of General Motors (GM) and battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution, to help finance EV lithium-ion battery cell factories in three states. The loan is intended to support the expansion of electric vehicle deployment in the US. more…. The post GM and LG to build 3 US EV battery factories with a $2.5B DOE loan appeared first on Electrek.

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USPS gives in to pressure, boosts plan for electric vehicles to half of future fleet

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Pressured by the White House, Congress, and environmental groups, the United States Postal Service (USPS) now plans for electric vehicles to comprise half of its future mail-truck fleet. The Postal Service now plans for 25,000 EVs from an initial purchase of 50,000 new Next Generation Deliver Vehicle (NGDV) mail trucks from Oshkosh Defense.

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Kimbal Musk: Tesla is just getting started, will see “next decade of awesome”

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Tesla may have already accomplished a lot of things over the years, but according to board member Kimbal Musk, the company is just getting started. And from this point on, things will only get more exciting. Kimbal recently became the subject of news reports after he exercised a call option to purchase 25,000 TSLA shares at a discounted price of $74.17.

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Rolls-Royce, Hyundai join forces on all-electric and hydrogen flight technology

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Rolls-Royce and Hyundai join forces on battery-electric and fuel cell electric solutions for both urban and regional "air mobility" markets. The post Rolls-Royce, Hyundai join forces on all-electric and hydrogen flight technology appeared first on The Driven.

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NIO's plant in Hungary for swap stations to start operation in September

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This is NIO's first overseas plant, covering an area of about 10,000 square meters, and its main activities include the production of battery swap stations and after-sales service. The post NIO's plant in Hungary for swap stations to start operation in September appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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