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Honda inks charging-network deals for Prologue and Acura ZDX

Green Car Reports

Honda on Thursday announced deals with two major charging networks in preparation for the launch of the Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX electric SUVs in early 2024. Agreements with EVgo and Electrify America will give Honda and Acura EV drivers "single-app access" to charging stations on both networks, according to a Honda press release. Prologue and.

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The Netherlands just launched a mega 1.5 GW offshore wind farm

Electrek

The Netherlands’ Hollandse Kust Zuid 1.5 gigawatt (GW) offshore wind farm – the first subsidy-free wind farm in Europe – is now inaugurated. more… The post The Netherlands just launched a mega 1.5 GW offshore wind farm appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla breaks ground on its craziest Supercharger yet: a drive-in and diner

Teslarati

Tesla has broken ground on its craziest Supercharger yet: a drive-in movie theater and diner that features two movie screens, food, and EV chargers, giving what is the automaker’s most well-rounded Supercharger to date. In late August, we reported that Tesla had finally won approval for the project, which is slated to be built in Hollywood. After years of speculation and plans, Tesla finally gained approval following Teslarati’s coverage of the permit approval , which was posted by

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Tesla Semi travels over 1,000 miles in a single day

Electrek

A Tesla Semi electric truck traveled over 1,000 miles in a single day in a real-world test for a new independent study. more… The post Tesla Semi travels over 1,000 miles in a single day appeared first on Electrek.

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

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Tesla’s ramp of the Model 3 Highland shows Giga Shanghai’s prominence

Teslarati

Tesla’s ramp of the Model 3 Highland in China shows Giga Shanghai’s prominence and prowess in terms of automotive manufacturing. This is the fastest we have ever seen Tesla ramp up a “new” vehicle. While the Model 3 Highland featured new interior and exterior features and designs, it appears the Shanghai factory rose to the occasion when a new challenge came their way.

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US solar is booming – here’s the newly released data

Electrek

US solar is growing at a breakneck speed, and it hit several big milestones in July, according to newly released government data. more… The post US solar is booming – here’s the newly released data appeared first on Electrek.

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Honda unveils $10K electric N-Van e with 130-mile range that can power your home

Electrek

This week, Honda revealed new information about its upcoming mini electric N-Van e with an anticipated 130 miles (210 km) of range. The new Honda N-Van e is built for business and personal use with features like vehicle-to-home (V2H), a flexible interior, and portable power capabilities. more… The post Honda unveils $10K electric N-Van e with 130-mile range that can power your home appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Cybertruck to be auctioned off at 29th Petersen Gala on Oct 7

Teslarati

An attendee of the 29th Petersen Gala on October 7, 2023, will be going home with a very unique vehicle — a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. The Petersen Automotive Museum will be holding its annual gala on October 7 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event is high-end, with a seat costing $1,750 per person and a table costing $17,500. A Premier Table is also available for $30,000.

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The hidden costs of using an electric bike

Electrek

Whether you love them or hate them , electric bikes are becoming increasingly popular on streets and trails around the US. First embraced across Asia and storming their way across Europe for the last decade, e-bikes are now exploding in popularity in North America. But while you’ll see plenty of people espousing the supposed advantages of electric bikes, it’s important to keep in mind some of the hidden costs of owning and using these two-wheeled electric vehicles. more… The post The hidden cost

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50 New Electric Buses Will Soon Be Operating In Edinburgh, Scotland

CleanTechnica EVs

Lothian, a public transit provider in Edinburgh, Scotland, and the Lothians, has ordered 50 new electric Volvo BZL buses for its fleet. The double-deck buses will begin operating in 2024. They cost over £24 million and have zero direct emissions, so using them will help improve air quality.

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

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A new wind farm in Kansas trailblazes with light-mitigating technology

Electrek

Danish renewables giant Ørsted just brought a 200-megawatt (MW) wind farm online in Kansas, and it’s the first in the state to feature light-mitigating technology. more… The post A new wind farm in Kansas trailblazes with light-mitigating technology appeared first on Electrek.

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StoreDot could help speed up charging in future Volvo EVs

Green Car Reports

Israel-based battery firm StoreDot on Thursday announced a "strategic collaboration" with Volvo to develop very fast-charging battery cells for future EVs. The partnership will produce cells "optimized and tailored for Volvo's future electric vehicle architecture," according to a StoreDot press release. The company expects to deliver the first.

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Hyundai/Kia seen taking photos at Tesla supercharger: NACS support imminent?

Electrek

Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles were spotted doing a photoshoot while “charging” at a Supercharger today, leading to speculation about whether the brands may be ready to announce a joint move to Tesla’s NACS charging connector. more… The post Hyundai/Kia seen taking photos at Tesla supercharger: NACS support imminent? appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Are Transforming America’s Truck Stops

CleanTechnica EVs

Operators of truck stops and travel centers are working overtime to build the fast charging network for electric cars.

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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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Tesla quietly held ‘Installer Day’ amid move to rely more on third-party installers

Electrek

Tesla quietly held an “Installer Day” amid a move to rely more on third-party installers for its energy business. more… The post Tesla quietly held ‘Installer Day’ amid move to rely more on third-party installers appeared first on Electrek.

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BYD Cars Aren’t In The US Yet, But Its Electric Trucks & Buses Have Been Serving Americans for Years

CleanTechnica EVs

Over the course of the last three months, BYD Motors has added nearly 20 buses and several trucks to various fleets across the US. The delivery of these new battery-electric heavy-duty vehicles, and partnerships between BYD | RIDE with public transportation providers, continually help cities to decarbonize.

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Tesla Reportedly Sends Out Cybertruck Apparel For Vehicle Launch Team

InsideEVs

The much anticipated Cybertruck launch event is inching closer and closer.

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Volkswagen to launch new electric SUV and Golf EV at main German plant

Electrek

The Volkswagen brand is preparing its network for the future of electric mobility. Volkswagen announced Friday it will produce a new electric SUV at its main plant in Germany. Meanwhile, an electric version of its iconic Golf will follow on the new SSP platform. more… The post Volkswagen to launch new electric SUV and Golf EV at main German plant appeared first on Electrek.

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Honda Reveals More Details, Delivery Timing For Prologue EV

CleanTechnica EVs

Over the last year, we’ve written a number of articles about Honda’s upcoming Prologue EV. Honda was woefully behind on EVs, to the point where I wrote an article calling the company “boneheaded.

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Rivian R1T transformed into an Apocalypse-ready 850 HP off-road beast

Electrek

Championed as the Apocalypse Nirvana, this Rivian R1T has been converted into an all-electric off-road beast. With 850 HP and a complete Kevlar paint job, the Nirvana looks ready to tackle any terrain. more… The post Rivian R1T transformed into an Apocalypse-ready 850 HP off-road beast appeared first on Electrek.

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How Did Gogoro Go From Stealth Startup To Global Battery-Swapping Leader in Just Over A Decade?

CleanTechnica EVs

Emergence Strategy in Action: Gogoro Seizes Opportunity in the Transition to Sustainable Mobility How did Gogoro go from stealth startup to being the largest worldwide provider of light EV battery swapping — all in a little over a decade?

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VW Golf Electric To Be Made In Wolfsburg, Trinity At Zwickau Plant

InsideEVs

An all-electric A-segment SUV is also scheduled to go into production in Wolfsburg in 2026.

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Pushing The Limits Of The Polestar 3

CleanTechnica EVs

When automakers design and build cars, the cars have to survive anything drivers might throw at it (other than wrecks).

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High-Stakes Trial Over Fatal Tesla Autopilot Incident Begins In California

InsideEVs

The plaintiffs have accused Tesla of knowingly installing faulty Autopilot systems into its EVs.

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Geely Supplies Battery-Electric Vehicles Plus Green Methanol For The Asian Games

CleanTechnica EVs

The Asian Games started earlier this week, on the 23rd of September in Hangzhou. These large events bring together thousands of people from several countries and it takes a massive logistical exercise to move people around and keep things flowing nicely.

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Marco’s Pizza to begin testing autonomous delivery EVs with Magna [Video]

Electrek

North American restaurant chain Marco’s Pizza has announced a new agreement with Magna International to test out a number of last mile delivery methods. One of the methods includes fully-autonomous pizza delivery EVs seen in the video below. more… The post Marco’s Pizza to begin testing autonomous delivery EVs with Magna [Video] appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla delivery estimates for Q3 adjusted by Wedbush, added to Q4

Teslarati

Tesla ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) delivery estimates were adjusted for the third quarter by Wedbush analyst Dan Ives, who moved the units into his fourth-quarter forecast. Tesla is expected to release delivery and production figures for 2023’s third quarter sometime early next week, and as the automaker continues to prepare for the launch of the Cybertruck in the United States, Q3 will host the four vehicles of the company’s lineup.

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Fisker (FSR) stock on the rise despite plans to raise funds, diluting investors

Electrek

California-based EV startup Fisker’s (FSR) stock is trending higher Friday despite announcing plans to raise funds by offering $170 million in convertible notes. more… The post Fisker (FSR) stock on the rise despite plans to raise funds, diluting investors appeared first on Electrek.

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Honda & Acura Sign Several Deals To Expand Charging Options

CleanTechnica EVs

Having a place to charge is going to be one of the biggest challenges to the EV transition. Tesla realized this from the beginning of the modern EV era, and worked to build a huge fast charging network for its EV drivers, but most of the other manufacturers dropped the ball.

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Northvolt Will Build A 60 GWh Battery Gigafactory In Canada

InsideEVs

It will include lithium-ion battery cell production, as well as cathode active material production and battery recycling.

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What Theory Of Elon Musk Makes Sense To You?

CleanTechnica EVs

So many people today have a theory about what makes Elon Musk tick. They all speak to a genius whose humanity is flawed.

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Kia EV3 Subcompact EV Rendered After Spy Shots, Looks Like Mini EV9

InsideEVs

The EV3 will compete with the likes of Jeep Avenger and Peugeot e-2008 in Europe's B-segment when it debuts sometime in 2025.

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EVgo Starts To See Results From Reliability Improvement Program

CleanTechnica EVs

At the beginning of the year, EVgo announced that it was going to step up on charging reliability. As most EV drivers know, non-Tesla charging can be pretty hit and miss right now.

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Video Friday: Good Behaviors

Cars That Think

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. IROS 2023 : 1–5 October 2023, DETROIT CLAWAR 2023 : 2–4 October 2023, FLORIANOPOLIS, BRAZIL ROSCon 2023 : 18–20 October 2023, NEW ORLEANS Humanoids 2023 : 12–14 December 2023, AUSTIN, TEXAS Cybathlon Challenges : 2 February 2024, ZURICH Enjoy today’s vide

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