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Toyota aims toward solid-state EV battery production with partnership

Green Car Reports

Toyota is partnering with Japanese oil company Idemitsu Kosan to move solid-state EV battery tech closer to production. The partnership will progress through three phases, the two companies said in a joint announcement Thursday. The first phase will focus on development of sulfide solid electrolytes (the solid electrolyte is where solid-state.

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Tesla Semi Beats Rival Electric Trucks In Real-World Test

InsideEVs

One Tesla Semi covered 574 miles per day on average during the 18-day event, compared to 255 miles for the Nikola Tre BEV.

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Tesla share shrinks, Toyota solid-state production, Kia EV9 range and efficiency: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

The Kia EV9 is one of the most efficient EVs with three rows of seating. Toyota pushes along on solid-state battery tech. And Tesla’s share of the EV market is shrinking. Should it cut prices again? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. EPA driving range numbers for the 2024 Kia EV9 span up to 304 miles, the automaker confirmed on.

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Electric Vehicles Play a Surprising Role in Supporting Grid Resiliency

CleanTechnica EVs

NREL Research Highlights Vehicle-to-Grid Charging Benefits for Drivers and Utilities, Widespread electrification initiatives

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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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Tesla's share of US EV market has shrunk despite price cuts

Green Car Reports

Amid a growing U.S. EV market, both the average price of a Tesla and the automaker's market share decreased substantially in the third quarter of 2023, new data from Kelley Blue Book shows. EV transaction prices were down overall in Q3. In September, the average price paid for an EV was $50,683, down from $52,212 in August and down from more than.

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It’s official: E-bikes are actually bikes, not ‘motor vehicles,’ according to new EU rules

Electrek

The EU Court of Justice yesterday announced a landmark ruling stating that pedal-assist e-bikes are actually bikes, not motorbikes or (gasp) motor vehicles, which means e-cyclists aren’t obligated to be insured in the same way as motorists and can be compensated as a cyclist, not a “motor vehicle driver,” in the case of an accident. more… The post It’s official: E-bikes are actually bikes, not ‘motor vehicles,’ according to new EU rules appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla brings V4 Superchargers to the US – critical to Cybertruck and non-Tesla EVs

Electrek

Tesla has been spotted starting to deploy new V4 Superchargers in the US. The new version of the charging station is critical to the Cybertruck and opening the network to other electric vehicles. more… The post Tesla brings V4 Superchargers to the US – critical to Cybertruck and non-Tesla EVs appeared first on Electrek.

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Israeli Driver Flees Hamas Gunfire With Help From Tesla Model 3 Performance: Report

InsideEVs

The car got sprayed with bullets and had its tires shredded but continued to drive, helping the wounded driver reach the hospital.

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Tesla Cybertruck width revealed

Electrek

Someone found a Tesla Cybertruck release candidate and pulled out a measuring tape to figure out the actual width of the electric pickup ahead of the official spec and dimension release. more… The post Tesla Cybertruck width revealed appeared first on Electrek.

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Over 2.7 Million Electric Vehicles Operating In US (Report)

CleanTechnica EVs

In 2022, there were about 1.7 million electric vehicles operating in the United States. According to a new Experian report, that number has increased to just over 2.7 million. Critics might try to push back saying the over 2.7 million EVs figure includes plug-in hybrids — it doesn’t.

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

Brief

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California is about to go next-level with electric school buses

Electrek

California governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA) signed legislation that mandates all new school buses in the state to be electric starting in 2035. more… The post California is about to go next-level with electric school buses appeared first on Electrek.

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Stellantis, Samsung SDI To Invest $3.2B In Second Indiana Battery Plant

InsideEVs

The new battery gigafactory is expected to begin production in early 2027 with an annual capacity of 34 gigawatt-hours.

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BYD electric pickup truck patent leaked, revealing new EV expected by the end of 2023

Electrek

A new electric pickup truck is expected to hit the streets by the end of the year. A leaked patent Friday reveals BYD’s electric truck design as the automaker continues its dominant expansion. more… The post BYD electric pickup truck patent leaked, revealing new EV expected by the end of 2023 appeared first on Electrek.

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Decathlon Expected To Launch New F900E Velo Cargo E-Bike Soon

InsideEVs

Decathlon has teased its newest e-bike offering in the form of the F900E Velo Cargo, a cargo e-bike that can transport three kids plus cargo.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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Watch Mercedes-Benz crash two electric vehicles together to prove their EVs are safe

Electrek

As the first car maker to do so publicly, Mercedes-Benz held a real-life crash test between two EVs head-on. Mercedes simulated a real-life scenario, sending an EQA model into an EQS SUV at speeds of over 34 mph (56 km/h). more… The post Watch Mercedes-Benz crash two electric vehicles together to prove their EVs are safe appeared first on Electrek.

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Chinese EV Startup WM Files for Bankruptcy

CleanTechnica EVs

The promising Chinese electric vehicle startup WM Motor (a.k.a. Weltmeister) has declared bankruptcy. In a document filed in a Shanghai court this Monday, a copy of which was obtained by CleanTechnica, WM Motor indicated that it has grappled with operational issues in recent years.

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Ford’s F-150 Lightning Michigan EV plant is losing a shift

Electrek

Ford’s Lightning production woes may have hit another hurdle. The automaker revealed plans Friday to temporarily trim one of three shifts at its Rouge EV plant in Michigan, where the F-150 Lightning is built. more… The post Ford’s F-150 Lightning Michigan EV plant is losing a shift appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Cybertruck Stainless Steel To Be Supplied By Finnish Company: Report

InsideEVs

Tesla will reportedly source stainless steel panels for the Cybertruck from Outokumpu, Europe's largest producer of stainless steel.

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The US’s oldest solar factory filed for bankruptcy in 2017 – but now it’s back

Electrek

Suniva, once the US’s oldest and largest solar cell maker , has been dormant for six years, but now it’s going to reopen its Georgia factory. more… The post The US’s oldest solar factory filed for bankruptcy in 2017 – but now it’s back appeared first on Electrek.

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Commercial E-Cargo Bikes Picking Up Steam In Urban Setting

InsideEVs

In the UK, service provider Man Maid reports that its commercial cargo e-bikes are 10 times faster than delivery vans in the city.

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Kia takes a page from Ford and Rivian as it moves toward purpose-built EVs

Electrek

Kia is following in the footsteps of Ford, GM, and Rivian as it prepares to “be reborn as a central brand.” With plans to build a second factory for purpose-built EVs, Kia aims to take advantage of the growing need for PBVs. more… The post Kia takes a page from Ford and Rivian as it moves toward purpose-built EVs appeared first on Electrek.

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Maersk Green Methanol Plans Won’t Decarbonize Methanol Much

CleanTechnica EVs

Maerk's dual-fuel ships, when they run on methanol at all, will be very unlikely to be burning green methanol directly, at least not for a long time.

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EHang receives eVTOL certification in China and will begin commercial operations

Electrek

Urban Air Mobility specialist EHang has announced a major milestone in bringing its all-electric aerial solutions to the sky. Today, the company shared it has received certification from the aviation administration in China, paving the way for commercial eVTOL operations. more… The post EHang receives eVTOL certification in China and will begin commercial operations appeared first on Electrek.

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Honda, Mitsubishi Team Up To Repurpose Old EV Batteries

InsideEVs

The two Japanese companies also want to democratize access to smart charging and vehicle-to-grid services.

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Podcast: Tesla goes into wrap business, 4680 cell update, new Kia, BMW, and more

Electrek

On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going into the car wrap business, a 4680 battery cell update, new Kia and BMW EVs being unveiled, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by AMP , makers of Energy Management solutions for E-Mobility products. more… The post Podcast: Tesla goes into wrap business, 4680 cell update, new Kia, BMW, and more appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Launches CyberBeer And CyberStein Combo In The US

InsideEVs

The EV maker previously sold the so-called GigaBier pilsner in Europe.

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Cruise begins offering driverless robotaxi rides in Houston

Electrek

GM-owned robotaxi service Cruise continues to expand its reach of driverless rides throughout the US, announcing a start of services in Houston – its fourth major city. Houston locals can now join the waitlist to take a spin in one of Cruise’s EVs, see below. more… The post Cruise begins offering driverless robotaxi rides in Houston appeared first on Electrek.

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Stories From The 2023 New Mobility Congress — Day 2

CleanTechnica EVs

Here we are to continue the stories from the 2023 New Mobility Congress. We had four great stories on the first day, and day two proved to be even more eventful. Without further ado, let me introduce my first guests.

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Flux Primo electric dirt bike revealed, showing off impressive silent performance

Electrek

There’s a new electric dirt bike on the block, and by the looks of its first demonstration video, the Flux Primo is coming in swinging. more… The post Flux Primo electric dirt bike revealed, showing off impressive silent performance appeared first on Electrek.

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AI at the heart of the professional future: How is higher education responding to the growing demand for AI skills?

Innovation News Network

As industries pivot towards a data-driven approach, the demand for AI skills in higher education has dramatically skyrocketed. Read more. The post AI at the heart of the professional future: How is higher education responding to the growing demand for AI skills? appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Aventon’s new Soltera.2 e-bike sees first discount at $200 off, UGREEN power station, more

Electrek

The first discount on Aventon’s new Soltera.2 e-bike is here. This is Electrek favorite is now $200 off, landing at a new $1,199 low. It’s joined by much of the same first-time savings on the just-released , as well as a chance to save on Jetson Bolt folding e-bike is just $298. Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals.

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Ferry Cars deploys five Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses

Electric Cars Report

The regional public transport operator Ferry Cars from Belgium has put five new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro low-floor city buses with all-electric drive into operation. The operator, based in the city of Eeklo, which is located in the north of the Belgian province of East Flanders in the Meetjesland region between Ghent and Bruges and thus close […] The post Ferry Cars deploys five Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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GM’s Ultium Cells Battery Joint Venture Facing $270K In OSHA Fines

InsideEVs

Investigators found multiple serious violations that affect job safety and workers' health at the company’s Ohio plant.

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How One Technology Precinct Is Attracting the World's Most Progressive Innovators

Cars That Think

Home to Atlassian, Canva and Afterpay and ranked #1 tech startup ecosystem in the southern hemisphere, Sydney’s Tech Central is redefining how large tech companies, startups, and academic institutions can work together to drive global change. Download tech & innovation ebook to learn more As the startup capital of Australia, Sydney is home to a broad spectrum of companies working at the cutting edge of deep tech, AI, robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), fintech, quantum computing, blockchain,

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