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Automakers say they won’t try to push back EU’s 2035 ICE ban

Baua Electric

President of the ACEA and CEO of Renault, Luca de Meo told the press this week at the Geneva Motor Show that the auto industry wants no part in arguing “against the regulation,” reports Automotive New Europe. “We Electrek’s Take Definitely good news that this isn’t happening, if that is truly the case. Get started here.

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LIVE BLOG: Tesla (TSLA) Q1 2021 earnings call summary

Teslarati

Considering that Tesla added over $200 million from its investment in a few months, this decision definitely seems well worth it. “We’ve Musk notes that Solar Roof demand is strong, though he admits that Tesla has made mistakes in evaluating the difficulties in assessing the difficulty of installing the solar tiles.

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Electric Car Watch #12: The sad state of Electric Car conversions in India

Plug In India

Basically, electric conversions involve removing the entire internal combustion paraphernalia rom an ICE car, installing an electric motor in its place, and adding a large battery bank. Converting a car is definitely a much more environmentally friendly process than manufacturing a new car, and car conversion processes can be made easier.

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On the Shoulder of Giants: How the Tesla Cybertruck’s ambitious camper is willing itself into being

Teslarati

This way, Cybertruck customers could get their campers installed right after taking delivery of their all-electric pickup truck. The only reason Tesla is able to reinvent the car was because they weren’t in the auto industry. So when people say, ‘Well, you’re not on the RV industry, how can you make an RV?’

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Survey: Local governments see EV charging as costly, lower-priority

Baua Electric

While the survey is Michigan-specific, it’s the traditional hub of the auto industry and probably represents a greater awareness in rural areas of EV tech versus other states. Meanwhile, installing Level 2 chargers for commuters , shoppers, and more will definitely help in rural areas, too.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

I am definitely invested in EV adoption and can connect with engineers and media because of my background in EV ownership and my master’s in mechanical engineering. I have 35 years of experience as a Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Specialist in the construction industry. What type of leadership makes you thrive?

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

I am definitely invested in EV adoption and can connect with engineers and media because of my background in EV ownership and my master’s in mechanical engineering. I have 35 years of experience as a Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Specialist in the construction industry. What type of leadership makes you thrive?