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Will JuiceBox EV chargers be stranded assets as owner shirks support?

Green Car Reports

Enel X abruptly left the U.S. market with no initial plan for JuiceBox support, functionality JuiceBox line is among the most prevalent U.S. home smart EV chargers Prompted a letter to the FTC, alarm about connected devices relying on company servers If you’ve come to rely on smart EV charging as part of your daily routine, and you have one.

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Key Tesla Cybercab Robotaxi details shared after unveiling event

Teslarati

If there were any complaints about Tesla’s “We, Robot” event, it was the fact that the occasion was very light on details surrounding the Cybercab. Fortunately, a good number of Tesla staff and even some executives were reportedly willing to provide some details about the upcoming vehicle. In a post on social media platform X, longtime Tesla shareholder and owner-enthusiast Matthew Donegan-Ryan noted he was able to speak with Tesla Design Chief Franz von Holzhausen and Vice Pre

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Toyota recalls 42,199 Corolla Cross Hybrids over loss of power brake assist

Green Car Reports

Toyota is recalling certain Corolla Cross Hybrid crossovers from the first two model years of production to address a software issue that could cause power-brake assist to cut out while going around corners. The recall includes 42,199 vehicles from model years 2023 and 2024 that may have faulty software for their skid-control units. These units.

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Tesla Cybertruck is US’ 3rd best-selling EV in Q3, behind Model 3 and Model Y

Teslarati

Cox Automotive data has revealed that the Tesla Cybertruck was the United States’ third best-selling electric vehicle in the third quarter of 2024. The all-electric pickup truck was just behind its two stablemates, the Model Y crossover and Model 3 sedan, which were the U.S.’ best and second-best-selling EVs in Q3 2024, respectively. As could be seen in Kelley Blue Book’s Electric Vehicle Sales Report Q3 2024 , Tesla remains the undisputed king of EVs in the United States, with 166,923 vehicles

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron debuts as a more fashionable electric SUV

Green Car Reports

The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron is a more rakish take on the automaker's electric SUV Audi said the Q6 Sportback E-Tron will have about 300 miles of range The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron will arrive in the U.S. in 2025 In keeping with the pattern set with its other electric SUVs, Audi on Sunday night unveiled a sleeker, coupe-like version of.

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Tesla Cybertruck gets free ad from Fiat USA 

Teslarati

Fiat USA just provided a free advertisement for the Tesla Cybertruck. In a recent commercial with the tagline “You Say Tomato, We Say Pomodoro,” Fiat USA compared the Tesla Cybertruck with its all-new 2024 Fiat 500e electric vehicle. The commercial draws stark contrasts between the vastly different electric vehicles. The Tesla Cybertruck and Fiat 500e are completely different EVs, but Fiat USA highlighted the upsides to its electric vehicle through its humorous commercial.

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Sales Of 100% Fossil-Fueled Cars Are Declining In US

CleanTechnica EVs

Cars with internal combustion engines have been declining since 2016. Today, they are down almost 20 percent from their peak. The post Sales Of 100% Fossil-Fueled Cars Are Declining In US appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai wants to develop industry-leading 300Wh/kg LFP batteries for affordable EVs

Electrek

To be the best, you must beat the best. Hyundai Motor is developing ultra-high-capacity LFP batteries to power upcoming low-cost Hyundai and Kia electric vehicles. Aiming for an energy density of around 300 Wh/kg, Hyundai’s LFP batteries would top China’s CATL and BYD.

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5 Reasons Electric Cars Are Much Better In A Hurricane

CleanTechnica EVs

As some of you know, I was just recently hit straight on by Hurricane Milton. We went right through the center of the eye. (Ironically, it turns out, the actor who played Milton in Office Space — the stapler guy — is from Sarasota. How long has this been planned?!?!). [continued] The post 5 Reasons Electric Cars Are Much Better In A Hurricane appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Kia’s new EV4 looks like the affordable electric car we’ve been waiting for [Video]

Electrek

With its debut just around the corner, Kia’s new EV4 has been spotted testing in the Alps, offering a glimpse at what could be the brand’s next big hit. At first glance, this electric car could be the one we’ve been waiting for. Check out the video below.

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

Brief

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Record EV sales in Q3 backed by incentives, more options: data

Teslarati

It’s been widely reported that electric vehicle (EV) sales growth has slowed this year, but new data from the third quarter shows continued growth in the sector, as backed by incentive programs and a wider variety of options available to consumers this year than the last few. According to Kelley Blue Book estimates reported by Cox Automotive in a press release last week, EV sales in the U.S. grew 11 percent year over year in Q3—reaching record highs in both overall market share and total d

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China debuts a record-smashing 26 MW offshore wind turbine

Electrek

China’s Dongfang Electric Corporation has rolled out a 26-megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine, the world’s largest in both capacity and size.

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Shopping for Value in the Electric Car Market

CleanTechnica EVs

Allan has recently retired from his position as the Chief Information Officer at Isuzu Ute Australia. He knows about motor vehicles and he is dead set on value for money. He is in the market for an electric vehicle, and I asked him to share his shopping-for-value experience. When I. [continued] The post Shopping for Value in the Electric Car Market appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility

The Driven EV News

BYD's first ute - a plug in hybrid with up to 100 kms of electric range, has received 10,000 expressions of interests. It's got vehicle to load, a rugged exterior, and some real power. The post BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility 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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Stellantis-backed Leapmotor unveils B10 SUV to be sold globally and priced between $14K and 21K

Electrek

Less than a month after initially teasing a camouflaged version of its new, all-electric B10 SUV, Leapmotor and joint venture partner Stellantis have officially unveiled the latest model in Paris before it goes on sale globally at an enticing starting price between $14,000 and $21,000.

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Improving Energy Security, Increasing Renewable Energy Integration Into The Grid — V2G From Nissan

CleanTechnica EVs

Just a few weeks ago, I sat at possibly the sole EV charger working a few days after Hurricane Helene took out many communities in the North Carolina mountains. The arrival of a Rivian owner on a bicycle brought welcome news. “I’m using my Rivian to power my house,” he. [continued] The post Improving Energy Security, Increasing Renewable Energy Integration Into The Grid — V2G From Nissan appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Microlino, the world’s cutest microcar, releases a playful new model

Electrek

The Microlino has turned heads ever since its unveiling nearly eight years ago. After taking a twisting, turning route towards production, the electric microcar has since proven to be a potent and fashionable little runabout in cities around Europe. Now the little EV is getting a makeover with the unveiling of its newest version, the Microlino Spiaggina.

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Brisbane Airport Electrifies Airside Services

CleanTechnica EVs

How do you make a busy metropolitan airport function more sustainably? In an Australian first, Brisbane Airport is installing “a common-use ground support equipment charging system in an airside environment.” Initially, 35 chargers will be installed, with plans to install over 100 more in the future. It is another piece. [continued] The post Brisbane Airport Electrifies Airside Services appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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DHL tests Tesla Semi and confirms the electric truck’s impressive performance

Electrek

DHL revealed the result of a Tesla Semi trial it recently did and the company came out impressed by the electric truck’s performance.

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The US Needs A Marshall Plan For Itself, Not For The Developing World

CleanTechnica EVs

In the past couple of months, an idea has been percolating through Washington and entities dependent on the United States’ good will that the US should reach back into history and create a Clean Energy Marshall Plan for developing countries. This idea is US economic wunderkind Brian Deese’s brainchild, or. [continued] The post The US Needs A Marshall Plan For Itself, Not For The Developing World appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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XPeng Motors unveils P7+ in Paris alongside pre-sale pricing, stresses commitment to Europe

Electrek

Four days after XPeng Motors first unveiled its new P7+ EV, hailed as the “world’s first AI car,” the Chinese Automaker showcased it to the European public during the Paris Motor Show. Following the event, pre-sales of the P7+ began in China, and XPeng shared initial pricing.

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U.S.: EV Sales Hit Another Record in Q3 2024

Electric Cars Report

According to new data from Kelley Blue Book, EV sales in the U.S. continued their upward trajectory in the third quarter of 2024, reaching new heights in both volume and market share. Despite a slight slowdown in year-over-year growth, EV sales increased by 11% compared to the previous year, with an estimated 346,309 EVs sold […] The post U.S.: EV Sales Hit Another Record in Q3 2024 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Mexico is already building its own cheap EVs that will rival China

Electrek

Mexico is done importing cheap EVs from China and India as it plows ahead with a prototype of its own. The country’s new President, Claudia Sheinbaum, said automakers plan to develop multiple models as it builds a domestic supply chain.

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CSIRO and network operator to partner on new vehicle-to-grid trial to power regional homes

The Driven EV News

Essential Energy and CSIRO are to partner on yet another vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology trial, this time focused on how to integrate into home energy management systems in regional areas. The post CSIRO and network operator to partner on new vehicle-to-grid trial to power regional homes appeared first on The Driven.

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John Deere updates electric mower with bigger deck, double batteries

Electrek

The new John Deere Z370R Electric ZTrak zero turn residential electric riding mower promises to deliver the power and performance Deere’s ICE customers expect in a quiet, maintenance-free electric package.

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Tesla China domestic sales reach year-to-date high in September 2024

Teslarati

Tesla China’s domestic sales were their highest year-to-date in September 2024. This was hinted at in data recently released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). CPCA data has revealed that Tesla China was able to sell 88,321 vehicles wholesale in September 2024. From this number, a total of 16,121 cars were exported to foreign markets.

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Tesla trademarks ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’

Electrek

Tesla has trademarked ‘Robobus’ and ‘Robotaxi’ – giving us a better idea of the vehicles’ names, which were somehow unclear despite the unveiling event last week.

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Tesla Model Y sales hit highest levels in China in September

Teslarati

The Tesla Model Y proved very popular in China in September 2024. Despite a growing list of compelling competitors from local EV makers, the Tesla Model Y saw its highest sales year-to-date last month. The Model 3 sedan also saw some momentum in September. Citing data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), local motoring news outlet Yicai reported that Tesla China sold 48,202 Model Y units in the domestic Chinese auto market in September.

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When Are Enough Gas Stations Enough In A US City?

CleanTechnica EVs

What does it take for a city to really bear down on climate goals of carbon neutrality by 2050? There are lots of balls for a city to juggle in the climate action toolbox, but reducing and eventually eliminating gas stations within city borders is a key element. And that’s. [continued] The post When Are Enough Gas Stations Enough In A US City?

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The role of electric motors in sustainable electric vehicles

Innovation News Network

Discover the key factors driving the sustainability of electric motors in EVs, from material choices to efficiency and power density. The post The role of electric motors in sustainable electric vehicles appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Elon Musk gets open invite from the UK’s Tech Secretary

Teslarati

The United Kingdom’s (UK) Technology Secretary, Peter Kyle, extended an invite to Elon Musk as the International Investment Summit opens on Monday, October 14, 2024. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s lack of invitation to the UK’s International Investment Summit caught the eye of some people, making them question if there was some beef between Musk and the Government.

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Worrying signs point to potential bankruptcy at major electric motorcycle maker

Electrek

Energica, Europe’s leading electric motorcycle maker and often considered ‘the Ducati of e-motorcycles’, appears to be in financial distress. New reports from local media indicate that the Italian motorcycle maker may be headed for collapse.

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The Trouble With Telegram

Cars That Think

Pavel Durov , the founder of the chat app Telegram, was arrested in late August in France on charges that the company hasn’t done enough to prevent malicious and illegal activity on the app. One might be tempted to think that Telegram’s high level of data protection would prevent it from effectively addressing malicious activity on the platform: If Telegram can’t read their users’ messages, they can’t spot lawbreakers.

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Kia just made this ‘world first’ EV3 accessory out of plastic from the ocean

Electrek

Kia doesn’t just build EVs for a cleaner future. The company wants to be a complete sustainable mobility solutions provider. As part of its efforts, Kia introduced a new “world first” EV3 accessory made from plastic found in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It’s the first genuine Kia accessory made using reclaimed ocean plastic.

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