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Why I Think Tesla’s Most Affordable Model Will Be A Big Success, For Reasons Nobody Is Talking About

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Historical Context on Model Y Pricing You May Or May Not Care About I’ve been writing about the more affordable Tesla models for a long time. I wrote this article in 2019 talking about how to cut costs and referenced Elon Musk talking to Marques Brownlee in August 2018 about. [continued] The post Why I Think Tesla’s Most Affordable Model Will Be A Big Success, For Reasons Nobody Is Talking About appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Possible first glimpse of Tesla “Model 2” affordable car in Fremont Factory

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During the Q1 earnings call, Tesla VP of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy set expectations on the design of the affordable models that the company is expected to launch this 2025. As per the Tesla executive, the models that Tesla will release in the coming months will resemble the companys current lineup. Drone footage from the Fremont Factory earlier this month might have provided the EV community its first potential glimpse at Teslas affordable cars–fondly dubbed by EV fans and analysts a

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Sneak peek! China-only AUDI E5 previews Aussie-bound MG IM5

EV Central

The 2026 AUDI E5 Sportback has been unwrapped in China giving us valuable intel on how the closely related MG IM6 is shaping up ahead of its launch in Australia later this year. Developed alongside the IM5, the new AUDI E5 is the result of a joint venture between Audi and SAIC (MG’s parent) that will result in a whole range of EVs tailor made for China.

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Why The Slate Truck Doesn’t Use LFP Batteries

InsideEVs

It's all about making the truck qualify for the $7,500 federal EV rebate, Slate's CEO told InsideEVs.

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

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U-Turn! Lynk & Co 900 electric SUV has Land Rover design influence and Mazda pricing, so why aren’t we getting it in Australia?

EV Central

Here’s something different – a Chinese brand that’s changed its mind and decided not to come to Australia. At least no time soon. Lynk & Co announced in 2021 its intention to launch in Australia by 2025, but at the Shanghai motor show last week where the luxury 900 SUV was revealed, Geely’s youth-focussed divison confirmed its reverse course on a local arrival.

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Mercedes-AMG Teases Its Porsche Taycan Rival

InsideEVs

It's AMG's first dedicated EV and it will be revealed in June.

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Tesla Might Be Tanking, But Its Cars Are Still Fast

InsideEVs

This drag racing video from Las Vegas reminds us that you don't need Plaid speed to win.

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BYD starts deliveries of its first electric off-roader with a roof-mounted drone

The Driven EV News

BYD's off-roading brand has begun deliveries of its first fully electric model, the Tai 3, and reports strong demand. The post BYD starts deliveries of its first electric off-roader with a roof-mounted drone appeared first on The Driven.

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Hyundai Opens New Battery and Electrification R&D Center in India

Electric Cars Report

Hyundai Motor Group announced the opening of the Hyundai Center of Excellence for future mobility technology (Hyundai CoE) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. The post Hyundai Opens New Battery and Electrification R&D Center in India appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Nissan cancels plans for two US-made electric sedans

The Driven EV News

Nissan has reportedly cancelled plans to produce two electric sedans at its American factories and is also reconsidering the development schedule of two battery electric crossovers. The post Nissan cancels plans for two US-made electric sedans appeared first on The Driven.

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

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Two-Wheel Tips: Know What Can Cause Motorcycle Accidents

Clean Fleet Report

Failing to Yield and Other Reasons Why Motorcycle Accidents Happen This article may contain affiliate links. Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries and sometimes fatalities. Although measures have been taken by the authorities in Phoenix and other big cities to improve road safety, motorcyclists are still in peril from careless drivers and dangerous road conditions.

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MG launches more affordable version of two-door Cyberster, and with more range

The Driven EV News

MG launches a RWD variant of the two door, scissor door equipped electric drop-top Cyberster, it's most affordable variant yet. The post MG launches more affordable version of two-door Cyberster, and with more range appeared first on The Driven.

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Failing to Yield and Other Reasons Why Motorcycle Accidents Happen

Clean Fleet Report

Know What Can Cause Motorcycle Accidents This article may contain affiliate links. Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries and sometimes fatalities. Although measures have been taken by the authorities in Phoenix and other big cities to improve road safety, motorcyclists are still in peril from careless drivers and dangerous road conditions.

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Tesla offers thousands off cost of new Model Y for owners of original MY

The Driven EV News

Tesla offers thousands off the price of a new Model Y to original electric SUV owners as the company looks to boost sales. The post Tesla offers thousands off cost of new Model Y for owners of original MY 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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How to Avoid Ethical Red Flags in Your AI Projects

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As a computer scientist who has been immersed in AI ethics for about a decade, Ive witnessed firsthand how the field has evolved. Today, a growing number of engineers find themselves developing AI solutions while navigating complex ethical considerations. Beyond technical expertise, responsible AI deployment requires a nuanced understanding of ethical implications.

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More Flaws in the Robotaxi Revolution Dream

CleanTechnica EVs

I published an article the other day on flaws in the robotaxi revolution dream. It was based on a reader comment that I wanted to highlight. However, there was another reader comment I had spotted to highlight as well, and it gets even a bit more granular. Here’s that comment, [continued] The post More Flaws in the Robotaxi Revolution Dream appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Waymo considers selling robotaxis to individual owners

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Alphabet-owned robotaxi company Waymo is mulling over the possibility of selling self-driving vehicles to individual owners in the future, as highlighted last week by the Google parent company’s head executive. On Thursday, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai said during the company’s first-quarter earnings update that Waymo would maintain selling self-driving vehicles to individuals as an option in the future, according to a report from Reuters.

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Drone Swords Into Ploughshares: How Ukraine’s Wartime Expertise Can Reshape Farming

CleanTechnica EVs

Ukraine has rapidly emerged as one of the world’s unexpected drone innovation hubs, driven by the brutal necessities of wartime. Thousands of sophisticated drones now soar above Ukrainian battlefields, ranging from compact FPV (first-person-view) attack drones to advanced reconnaissance platforms capable of extended missions deep into contested areas.

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Tesla China’s rumored Model Y “E80” variant: Alleged price, features, and more

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Recent reports from Chinese social media and news outlets have shared some rumors about an upcoming vehicle that Tesla China is reportedly developing. Rumored to be internally codenamed as E80, the vehicle will reportedly be a more affordable variant of the best-selling Model Y crossover. The Model Y E80 Rumors As per the recent rumors , which were initially posted on Chinese social media, the Model Y E80 will reportedly be equipped with a 50-55 kWh battery.

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NY Democrats are taking aim at Tesla direct sales licenses in New York

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Democratic New York State Senator Patricia Fahy , once a Tesla ally, is currently pushing to revoke a legislative waiver that allows the electric vehicle maker to operate five New York locations without using dealer franchises. Fahy cited CEO Elon Musks role in President Donald Trumps administration as a reason for her change of heart. Fahys Shift in Stance For 12 years, Fahy frequently supported Teslas fight to bypass New Yorks franchise dealer regulations.