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Tesla shows demo video of Optimus bot working in the Fremont Factory

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Tesla showcased two robots: one fondly called “Bumble-Cee” that’s made with off-the-shelf parts, and one that’s still under development but made with custom Tesla components like actuators. . Perhaps most interesting about the Optimus demo , however, was Elon Musk’s comments that came after.

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Stellantis partners with Qinomic to develop electric retrofitting of light commercial vehicles

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The electric retrofit solution aims to protect freedom of mobility with an affordable option that meets customer needs to extend the life of their vehicles and continue business activities while accessing low emissions zones (LEZ) in cities. —Alison Jones, Stellantis Senior Vice President, Circular Economy Business Unit.

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Another Tesla executive chimes in on $25,000 car cancellation claims

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On Sunday, Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen also responded to claims about the affordable mass-market EV, as posted in a video from X user BLKMDL3. A leaked email from Musk also mandated that Tesla workers require FSD demo drives with deliveries , and the company is now offering one-month free trials of the software.

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California ARB awards $7M for ultra-low NOx heavy-duty diesel truck demo project with Achates opposed-piston engines

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The project is part of CARB’s Low Carbon Transportation and Fuels Investments and Air Quality Improvement Program. California Climate Investments projects include affordable housing, renewable energy, public transportation, zero-emission vehicles, environmental restoration, more sustainable agriculture, recycling and much more.

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Tesla expands self-serve test drives to destination chargers

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Now, Tesla has started to reach out to property owners who host Tesla Destination Chargers to offer them to also host test drive vehicles for self-serve demo drives. Many people don’t want to talk to anyone as part of a buying process. At least for those who can afford Tesla vehicles. Very 2020s. They do their own research.

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Harley-Davidson Livewire electric motorcycle makes European debut in Milan; more specs and details

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As part this accelerated plan, Harley-Davidson intends to be the world leader in the electrification of motorcycles. Drawing from the experiences of the Project LiveWire demo tour and following an intensive development program the Harley-Davidson LiveWire model offers the rider a new, high-performance motorcycling experience.

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Charging piles will become standard in new buildings in the UK

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part of the mission.” BEV sales in the UK have grown rapidly over the past year – with demand rising, at least in part due to petrol shortages, which dried up many motorists’ gas tanks in September. ” Electric vehicle sales surge. ” “Increasing energy efficiency, providing 13.5