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2025 Honda Civic Hybrid could catch 40% of Civic sales

Green Car Reports

Honda has confirmed that the 2025 Civic Hybrid will be much more than a niche model—with plans to make the hybrid version 40% of total U.S. Civic sales. In U.S. spec, the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid arrives in summer 2024 and will include a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine, running on an efficiency-focused Atkinson cycle. It's part of Honda’s.

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New Tesla Model 3 gets 5 stars in China’s IVISTA Intelligent Vehicle Integration test

Teslarati

The original Tesla Model 3 is a very safe vehicle, so much so that in 2018, it became the car with the lowest probability of injury among all the vehicles that had been tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at the time. Based on the results of China’s IVISTA Intelligent Vehicle Integration test, it appears that the upgraded Model 3 is continuing its predecessor’s tradition of safety.

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Mazda revives rotary engine program, commits to Tesla EV charging connector

Green Car Reports

Mazda will use Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector for future EVs, but is still investing in development of a new generation of its signature rotary engines. The automaker announced Tuesday that it would adopt the NACS connector for EVs launched in North America from 2025 onward, and will give customers access to the Tesla.

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Tesla Superchargers are overwhelmed by new Uber drivers in NYC

Electrek

Some Tesla Superchargers are getting overwhelmed by new Uber drivers in New York City after a new program enabled a lot of Tesla ridesharing vehicles in the city.

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

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Hyundai Elantra Hybrid price and mpg, Honda Civic Hybrid, Mazda charging up on rotary: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets a higher price, ahead of the arrival of a main rival, the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid. And Mazda sees a future including rotary combustion engines and Tesla charge ports. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has a price hike—and more of a price bump versus non-hybrid Elantra.

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Tesla delays another pay adjustment as employees are unhappy with the last bump

Electrek

Tesla told employees today that it will do another pay adjustment, a second in a few weeks, after employees expressed disappointment with the last one. But the automaker has now delayed the second pay increase, which is happening amid the CEO, Elon Musk, asking for a historic compensation package.

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People Who Drive Trucks For A Living Really Like Driving Electric Trucks

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric trucks are taking on more short haul delivery and drayage tasks in the United States and drivers couldn't be happier. The post People Who Drive Trucks For A Living Really Like Driving Electric Trucks appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla is launching new Adaptive Headlights for the ‘Highland’ Model 3

Teslarati

Tesla is launching new Adaptive Headlights in Europe, but they only apply to the new Model 3. When Tesla started building and shipping the new Model 3, labeled “Highland,” in some instances, one of the most evident changes was the headlights, along with other cosmetic updates. Tesla Model 3 new headlights show further hints at adaptive functions However, Tesla is now rolling out the Adaptive Headlights for the Model 3 Highland with the software update version 2024.2, but it only appl

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Estes just offset nearly 100% of its energy needs with rooftop solar

Electrek

The largest privately owned freight carrier in North America has finished installing rooftop solar panels at its 4th and 5th trucking terminals, and announced plans to add solar installations at two more of its locations, furthering its commitment to solar transformation.

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More Tesla Model 3 Highland vehicles land in Australia for deliveries

Teslarati

More Tesla Model 3 Highland vehicles have landed in Australia, ready for delivery. “Many more upgraded Tesla Model 3(s) are arriving in Australia now,” noted EV influencer Esther Kokkelmans. “So happy that more of these beautiful cars will be seen on the Australian roads soon.” Kokkelmans also shared that the Tesla Model 3 Highland units in the pictures she shared were delivered in Sydney.

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

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Army Of Pickup Trucks To Ding Diesel And Gas With New Solar Panels

CleanTechnica EVs

The Canadian firm Worksport is on track to send solar panels flying onto millions of pickup trucks, electric or not, in the form of tonneau covers. The post Army Of Pickup Trucks To Ding Diesel And Gas With New Solar Panels appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla community comes together to fulfill terminally ill Cybertruck fan’s wish

Teslarati

The Tesla Cybertruck is already in production, but customer deliveries of the all-electric pickup truck are still just beginning. This means that for some who ordered the vehicle years ago, it would still take some time before they can take delivery of their Cybertruck. For one Cybertruck reservation holder, this is simply time that he does not seem to have.

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The Art Of Charging An EV In Frigid Cold

CleanTechnica EVs

Some electric vehicle (EV) owners in Chicago discovered their batteries had died in sub-zero temperatures. Drivers also moaned that charging. [continued] The post The Art Of Charging An EV In Frigid Cold appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The Boring Company acquires more land for Vegas Loop expansion: report

Teslarati

Reports have indicated that Elon Musk’s tunneling startup, The Boring Company, has purchased a new piece of land in Las Vegas. The site is expected to play a role in the expansion of the Vegas Loop, a series of tunnels that would allow commuters to travel to and from key locations around Sin City. As noted in a report from the Las Vegas Review-Journal , a firm affiliated with The Boring Company, Object Dash, bought a 1.8-acre piece of land situated across the street from the Thomas &

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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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Jeep teases its first EV, the Wagoneer S, ahead of its debut – Here’s what we know so far

Electrek

The first all-electric Jeep will finally hit the US later this year. Jeep’s first EV, the Wagoneer S, will be available this fall. Here’s what we know so far.

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Tesla combats Uber, Lyft congestion in New York City with Supercharger Congestion Fees

Teslarati

Tesla is combatting Uber and Lyft congestion at its Superchargers in New York City with Supercharger fees after the ride-sharing services have backed up EV chargers. This week, it appears the Superchargers are more congested than normal, and it could be due to the influx of Uber and Lyft vehicles at locations in Brooklyn and Queens. Dear @elonmusk and @Tesla please consider increased demand for the superchargers (240kw) and make the new ones nearby these locations- #Brooklyn #BayRidge #BathBeach

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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT gets Bronze treatment, fastest yet with performance upgrade

Electrek

The 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is getting a new “Bronze Appearance Package” that’ll make any head turn. With an optional performance upgrade, the new EV is the fastest Mach-E yet.

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BMW wants humanoid robots to build its cars

Teslarati

BMW wants humanoid robots to build its cars, evidenced by a partnership with a robotics startup that it signed today. BMW has partnered with Figure in its first partnership since the company was founded two years ago. The German automaker plans to launch a small, controlled launch of humanoid robots in its production facilities, potentially expanding to more units if performance targets are met.

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A $2-3 billion battery factory for electric trucks is headed to Mississippi

Electrek

Daimler Trucks, Accelera by Cummins, and truck maker PACCAR will build a huge battery cell factory for electric trucks in Mississippi.

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Baltimore City will transport 350 students every day with EV buses

Teslarati

Baltimore City is planning to replace several diesel-powered school buses with electric units later this month, serving 350 students with zero-emission transportation to school every day. School leaders, representatives from the Maryland State House and Department of Environment, the EPA, and other project stakeholders are set to unveil 25 new electric school buses that will take kids to Baltimore City Schools every day.

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IVECO Bus To Supply 411 Electric Buses To The City Of Rome

Electric Cars Report

IVECO BUS, the urban, intercity and tourist bus brand of Iveco Group has won its largest electric bus contract in Italy to date for the supply of 411 battery electric vehicles to ATAC S.p.A.- Azienda per la mobilità, the public transport company of Italy’s capital city. The contract is worth more than 300 million euros […] The post IVECO Bus To Supply 411 Electric Buses To The City Of Rome appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Tesla Cybertruck goes on Chinese tour, but will it be available?

Electrek

Tesla announced that it is bringing the Cybertruck on a tour in China, but it likely won’t be available there. At least not anytime soon, according to CEO Elon Musk.

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The Volvo XC40 Leads The Way In South Africa As BEV Sales Show Good Progress in 2023

CleanTechnica EVs

Sales of battery-electric vehicles came close to breaching the 1,000 units per year mark in South Africa for the first. [continued] The post The Volvo XC40 Leads The Way In South Africa As BEV Sales Show Good Progress in 2023 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Video: F-150 Lightning Goes Off-Road with Switchgear Demonstrator

Electric Cars Report

It’s electric and features 37-inch tires, the F-150 Lightning Switchgear from Ford Performance is a high performance on- and off-road demonstrator vehicle based on America’s best-selling electric truck. Designed and built in collaboration with RTR Vehicles and inspired by the F-150 RTR Ultimate Fun-Haver project vehicle from 2016, we designed F-150 Lightning Switchgear’s custom exterior […] The post Video: F-150 Lightning Goes Off-Road with Switchgear Demonstrator appeared first on Electri

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Ford launches the Mustang Mach-E’s ‘Bronze Appearance Package’

Teslarati

Ford has launched a new look for the 2024 Mustang Mach-E all-electric vehicle, expanding customer cosmetic options with the new “Bronze Appearance Package.” The Bronze Appearance Package fits bronze accents on several different body colors, giving a fresh and unique look to Ford’s introductory electric vehicle that was launched in 2020.

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SafeAI builds first-ever electric, autonomous Caterpillar haul truck conversion

Electrek

The autonomous mining experts at SafeAI have collaborated with Japanese Obayashi Corp. to build a first-of-its-kind, self-driving battery electric haul truck, paving the way for other companies to upgrade their existing equipment assets to reach their sustainability goals.

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TTAC Podcast: We're Back!

The Truth About Cars

We promised you a podcast last week, and we're back! We made some behind-the-scenes tech changes and ran into a couple delays because of that. Sorry about that. But now we're live and ready to roll. Contributor Chris Tonn and I talked with Robby DeGraff, Product and Consumer Insights Analyst at AutoPacific, about the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show -- he was there -- and about his best/worst cars of 2023.

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VinFast (VFS) EV deliveries pick up in Q4 but not enough to beat its 2023 target

Electrek

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast (VFS) saw deliveries pick up in the fourth quarter, but not enough to top its goal of handing over 40,000 to 50,000 vehicles in 2023.

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Is Elon Musk Going To Step Away From Tesla At Last?

CleanTechnica EVs

There is without a doubt no automaker CEO more linked to their auto brand than Elon Musk and Tesla. In. [continued] The post Is Elon Musk Going To Step Away From Tesla At Last? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Propella begins shipping its new low-cost, torque sensor commuter electric bike

Electrek

The Propella 9S Pro V2 , unveiled late last year, is one of only a few low-cost torque sensor-enabled electric bikes to reach the market. And now the new model is officially shipping to customers.

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Hyundai Motor unveils all-new Kona Electric N Line

Electric Cars Report

Hyundai Motor Europe makes its best-selling electric vehicle appear even sportier. It will be the first Hyundai EV to receive the sporty N Line treatment, further expanding the brand’s customer-centric approach to delivering a wide range of options for drivers wanting to make the switch to all-electric mobility. The Kona Electric N Line showcases a […] The post Hyundai Motor unveils all-new Kona Electric N Line appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Watch a Rivian R1T pull a stuck Ford F-150 Raptor out of the snow [Video]

Electrek

Who said electric vehicles can’t perform in the cold? A recent video shows a Rivian R1T successfully pulling a stuck Ford F-150 Raptor out of the snow.

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Jeep Teases All-Electric Wagoneer S

Electric Cars Report

Jeep is expanding its all-electric offering. After Avenger, destined for the European market only, Jeep announced its second battery electric model. Meet the all-new, all-electric premium Jeep Wagoneer S, which will be sold in the U.S. in the fall of 2024 and then in key markets around the world. Offered exclusively as a BEV, the […] The post Jeep Teases All-Electric Wagoneer S appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Ford Performance and RTR Created a Raptor-Like F-150 Lightning

The Truth About Cars

Ford has long offered beefy off-road variants of the F-Series pickup, but the electric F-150 Lightning’s introduction raised questions about how robust a non-internal-combustion truck could be in the dirt. Ford Performance and RTR recently teamed up to find answers to those questions, and the result is the F-150 Lightning Switchgear, a high-performance concept truck with Raptor-like looks.

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