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Tesla Giga Mexico construction gets permit approval

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According to Milenio , The Department of Natural Resources and Wildlife of the Management of Subdelegation for Environmental Protection and Natural Resources contacted Tesla’s legal representative in Mexico—Eugenio Grandio de la Torre—about Giga Mexico’s permits earlier this week.

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcases new applications for eActros for heavy-duty distribution transport

Green Car Congress

Following the market launch of the eActros 300/400 for heavy-duty distribution in 2021, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is not only consistently pushing ahead with the introduction of further battery electric models for this and the coming years, but also focusing on even more diversity and flexibility in applications for the eActros itself.

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The Benefits of Installing Dash Cams in Electric Vehicles for Added Protection

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A dash cam with parking mode can record vandalism, giving clear proof of the damage and helping to file insurance claims or take legal action. They can monitor the battery levels and charging status when the vehicle is parked. Electric car makers can use this information to make their cars work better and use less battery power.

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Why Countries Like India Desperately Need EV Battery Standardization

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By 2050, it is expected that 74% of Europe’s cars on the road will be battery-powered. Despite the rapid adoption of electric vehicles, there has been little discussion about standardizing battery types. The question of whether governments should mandate increased battery standards is not new.

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N NPX1 adds even more performance to hot-rod electric car

EV Central

For those who just can’t get enough performance, the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N NPX1 concept has been unwrapped at the Tokyo Auto Salon previewing a whole raft of new upgrades for the fast battery-powered SUV.

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New tax rule could save consumers thousands on home energy tech

My Energi

Earlier this week (11 December), the government announced that VAT relief on Energy Saving Materials (ESMs) in residential buildings will be extended to include home batteries, power diverters and water-source heat pumps from 1 February 2024.

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Micromobility: Zapp Scooters Bring Style, Range and Fun to Urban Riding

Clean Fleet Report

Top speed is rated at 60 miles per hour—plenty for urban living, considering these are not freeway legal rides. As with battery-powered cars, a low center of gravity delivers great handling, too. Many electric bikes have built-in batteries, which means you need to charge outside or in your garage.

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