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Lucid Air price cut, Lancia Ypsilon EV, Civic-sized Sony-Honda EV: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Sony and Honda may be working together on a Civic-sized EV. Lancia rolls out the start of an EV revival. Rivian shines some light on the R2. And Lucid cuts prices. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Thursday, Lucid cut prices on the 2024 Air lineup. Affecting all but the top-performance, tri-motor Sapphire version, the very long-range.

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Solar + battery storage will make up 81% of new US electric generating capacity in 2024

Electrek

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports today that 62.8 gigawatts (GW) of new utility-scale electric generating capacity is coming online in 2024 – here’s how it breaks down.

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2024 Lucid Air prices drop, $71,400 Air Pure undercuts Model S

Green Car Reports

As of Thursday morning, the starting price of the 2024 Lucid Air Pure is just $71,400, reflecting a price cut of $7,500—significantly undercutting the most affordable current version of the Tesla Model S for those who don’t require all-wheel drive. Meanwhile, mid-range Lucid Air Touring models have been cut $8,000, to $79,400; and top.

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BYD secures license deal with Ford and GM supplier to use its LFP battery packs for EVs

Electrek

Leading global EV maker BYD is making big moves to stay on top of the market. Its latest deal gives Ford and GM supplier BorgWarner rights to its BYD Blade battery packs.

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

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Tesla 4680 battery production by LG starting later this year

Teslarati

LG Energy Solution (LGES) CEO Kim Dong-myeong announced that the company will start Tesla 4680 battery production as early as August. “We will do it soon. I think it will be that much, but [the timing] will come and go for a month or two,” CEO Kim told reporters at the event for the Korea Battery Industry Association’s Board of Directors. LGES plans to start 4680 mass production at its Ochang factory in North Chungcheong Province.

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Lucid Motors cuts thousands off 2024 Air prices and adds new charging, maintenance perks

Electrek

With its second all-electric model hitting the market this year, Lucid Motors wants to ensure consumers don’t forget about its flagship sedan – the Air. Having just launched its 2024 Air models a couple of months ago, slashing prices, Lucid has lowered its MSRPs once again, incentivizing potential customers with additional charging and maintenance bonuses as well.

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Ford moves to more affordable EVs as it welcomes partners to take on low-cost Chinese rivals

Electrek

Ford is open to partnering with the competition on affordable EVS to get a leg up on Chinese EV makers. Jim Farley, Ford’s CEO, said if you cannot compete with the Chinese, “then 20% to 30%” of your revenue is at risk.

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‘Stop looking FSD and Tesla,’ says Ford CEO

Teslarati

Ford CEO Jim Farley threw the gauntlet at Tesla and its Full Self-Driving autonomous driving system. Farley is confident that Ford Pro is the future. “If you’re looking for the future of the automotive industry, stop looking at FSD and Tesla. Look at Ford Pro. It’s got half a million subscribers with 50% gross margin,” said Farley on Thursday during the Wolfe Research conference.

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Rivian teases first look at R2 as reservation site goes live, deposits start at $100

Electrek

Rivian is giving us our first look at the more affordable R2 EV. The Rivian R2 will be officially revealed in three weeks. Ahead of its debut, Rivian opened the R2 website, sharing reservations will start at $100.

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Revival of Lancia starts in Europe with Ypsilon urban EV

Green Car Reports

Stellantis on Wednesday unveiled the redesigned Lancia Ypsilon hatchback—the historic Italian brand's first EV. This marks the beginning of a revival of Lancia, which has produced classics like the Aurelia, Fulvia, Stratos, and Delta Integrale, but has been largely ignored by Stellantis and predecessor Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). The.

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

Brief

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Tesla likely to leave Delaware after Musk moves SpaceX to Texas

Teslarati

Tesla is likely to leave the State of Delaware as its place of incorporation after CEO Elon Musk moved his aerospace company, SpaceX, to Texas yesterday. Musk’s move comes just weeks after a Delaware Court of Chancery Judge revoked his $56 billion pay package that was approved by Tesla Shareholders in 2018. Judge Kathaleen McCormick said the pay package was negotiated by Musk and shareholders were not properly informed.

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Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz raise $4.7 billion to build 4 new gigafactories

Electrek

In a huge push to give European automakers a fighting chance over China in the EV sector, Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz have raised nearly €4.4 billion to build four new EV gigafactories across the European Union in the coming years.

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Tesla prices have decreased by more than one-fifth, EVs down 10% over the past year

Teslarati

Prices of Tesla electric vehicles have been slashed by more than one-fifth year-over-year, while the entire EV industry has slashed prices by over 10 percent. Although the U.S. new vehicle market slowed down in terms of sales in January, prices are lower, and incentives are higher, meaning things should pick up as the year goes on. For EVs, the average transaction price managed to drop 10.8 percent in January 2024 compared to the same month a year prior.

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US rooftop solar has grown 10x in 10 years – here’s what drove it

Electrek

In 2022, US small-scale rooftop solar saw a tenfold increase over the last decade, according to a new report – here’s why and what needs to happen next.

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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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SpaceX makes the incorporation switch

Teslarati

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has switched its state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas. The incorporation switch follows the departure of other Elon Musk-led companies leaving Delaware. Now, everyone is eagerly waiting to see when Tesla will make the switch. Musk announced the news about SpaceX’s Texas incorporation via his social media platform X—formerly Twitter.

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Scout Motors breaks ground on US facility where it will build its all-electric off-road trucks

Electrek

Born again truck brand Scout Motors hit a significant milestone this morning, breaking ground in Blythewood, South Carolina, the site of its future US hub for electric truck production. We’re still a ways away from the public debut of Scout’s flagship model. Still, there’s a lot to be excited about, and the brand’s heritage is already garnering a loyal fanbase in full support of its all-electric transition.

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What would a vehicle efficiency standard for new cars cost – or save – Australian drivers?

The Driven EV News

Peter Dutton is saying a vehicle efficiency standard will increase vehicle costs on Australians. But data going back decades in other countries suggests the opposite. The post What would a vehicle efficiency standard for new cars cost – or save – Australian drivers? appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Cybertrucks are already rusting, but there’s an easy fix

Electrek

Some early Tesla Cybertruck owners are reporting some rust spots on their brand-new stainless steel pickup trucks. At this point, it’s entirely clear why it is happening, but we have a pretty good idea and an easy fix.

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An update on QPM’s sustainable battery metals and energy projects

Innovation News Network

Queensland Pacific Metals provides an update on the status of the Moranbah project and the TECH project and how these already-promising works continue to show the company’s commitments to sustainable battery metals and clean energy. The post An update on QPM’s sustainable battery metals and energy projects appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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This major US city wants to ban new gas stations

Electrek

Sacramento, capital city of the EV-loving Golden State, is the latest city proposing to ban new gas stations or upgrading existing stations, unless of course you’re adding electric vehicle charging.

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VinFast Introduces Range of Right-Hand Drive Electric Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

Jakarta, Indonesia, February 15, 2024 — VinFast Auto today debuts the company’s first range of right-hand drive electric vehicles at. [continued] The post VinFast Introduces Range of Right-Hand Drive Electric Vehicles appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Even the ‘drill, baby, drill’ guys realize electric is the way to go!

Electrek

Swedish equipment brand Sandvik announced a new battery electric surface drill rig in a bid to create more efficient, cost-effective drilling operations. And, yes – the irony here is delicious !

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US invests $63m to boost electric heat pump manufacturing and cut carbon emissions

Innovation News Network

The US Department of Energy (DOE) will fund $63m to accelerate the growth of domestic manufacturing of electric heat pumps. The post US invests $63m to boost electric heat pump manufacturing and cut carbon emissions appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Doosan Bobcat announces first-ever 3-ton hydrogen forklift

Electrek

Doosan Bobcat is moving ahead with plans to hydrogenate (?) the Korean material handling fleet, announcing its first-ever hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric forklift, and plans to put 30 of the HFCEV forklifts in operation this year.

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Stretch 3 Brings Us Closer to Realistic Home Robots

Cars That Think

A lot has happened in robotics over the last year. Everyone is wondering how AI will transform robotics, and everyone else is wondering whether humanoids are going to blow it or not, and the rest of us are busy trying not to get completely run over as things shake out however they’re going to shake out. Meanwhile, over at Hello Robot , they’ve been focused on making their Stretch robot do useful things while also being affordable and reliable and affordable and expandable and affordable and comm

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Seniors May Appreciate This Fully Enclosed 3-Wheeled Electric Mobility Scooter

CleanTechnica EVs

For those looking for an e-mobility solution for local and last-mile transportation that’s a step above an e-bike, both in. [continued] The post Seniors May Appreciate This Fully Enclosed 3-Wheeled Electric Mobility Scooter appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Ham Radio Inspired This Scranton University Student to Pursue Engineering

Cars That Think

Many college students participate in sports, listen to music, or play video games in their spare time, but IEEE Student Member Gerard Piccini prefers amateur radio, also known as ham radio. He’s been involved with the two-way radio communication, which uses designated frequencies, since his uncle introduced him to it when he was a youngster. His call sign is KD2ZHK.

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Chevy Blazer EV sales are still halted as GM looks to get back on track

Electrek

Those looking to get their hands on GM’s highly anticipated Chevy Blazer EV may have to wait even longer. Sales of the new Chevy Blazer EV are still paused as GM looks to overcome software glitches setting the automaker back.

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Ford Rumored to Dump Parking Assist Moving Forward

The Truth About Cars

Ford is said to be in early stages of dumping parking assistance features on future models because drivers aren’t using the feature enough. Active Park Assist has been around for over a decade at this point. However, the computer-guided parallel parking feature is supposedly not going to be appearing in future models as a way to help the automaker cut production costs.

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Tesla is now accounting for ‘battery age’ in its range calculation

Electrek

Tesla is now starting to account for “battery age” in its estimated range calculation for its electric vehicles. I have.

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The Lucid Air Pure Has Gotten A Lot Cheaper Since its Introduction

The Truth About Cars

The Lucid Air is one of the most impressive and expensive EVs on sale today. Its range and acceleration are the stuff of legend, but its price tag means that only the most privileged buyers can get behind the wheel. However, while it’s still quite pricey, the car just got significantly more affordable , and the automaker is offering credits for charging equipment.

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South Korea’s new EV policy targets BYD, Tesla Model Y while favoring Hyundai and Kia

Electrek

South Korea’s government looks to give domestic automakers Hyundai and Kia a break with its new EV policy. The new EV subsidy policy is in response to price cuts on Tesla’s Model Y and BYD’s models, which use lower-cost LFP batteries.

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Supporting solar PV production in Africa, Asia, and the Indo-Pacific region

Innovation News Network

A new collaboration led by Swansea University will support countries in Africa, Asia, and the Indo-Pacific region to increase the scale of sustainable photovoltaic production. The post Supporting solar PV production in Africa, Asia, and the Indo-Pacific region appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Watch out: New Jersey bill to require all e-bike riders to register, get insurance

Electrek

It’s been a rough week for anyone who enjoys the freedom of riding e-bikes without undue state-applied hassle and burden. The latest news sure to disappoint electric bike riders and proponents of reduced car usage comes from the Garden State, where a pending New Jersey bill seeks to require e-bike riders to register their bikes and carry liability insurance.