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Volkswagen Group delivers 217,100 BEVs in 1H 22, up 27%

Green Car Congress

The Volkswagen Group increased its deliveries of all-electric vehicles by 27% year-on-year in 1H 2022. Despite supply bottlenecks, a temporary stop of production in Europe and Covid-related lockdowns in China, 217,100 BEVs have been handed over to customers in the first half year, up from 170,900 in the prior-year period. The BEV share of total deliveries reached a level of 5.6%, up from 3.4% in the first half of 2021.

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Bosch and Blubrake/Shimano unveil competing anti-lock braking for electric bikes

Electrek

Anti-lock brakes might sound like old tech in cars (and motorcycles to a certain extent), but another two-wheeler has had to deal with brake lock up since its invention: the bicycle. But two different companies have just shown off competing anti-lock braking (ABS) systems designed for e-bikes to improve safety and performance. more…. The post Bosch and Blubrake/Shimano unveil competing anti-lock braking for electric bikes appeared first on Electrek.

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Vitesco Technologies using green lasers from TRUMPF for energy-saving welding of copper

Green Car Congress

Vitesco Technologies is using green laser systems from its long-standing production engineering partner TRUMPF for copper welded joints for production of battery management electronics for the BMW Group. The energy consumption for the welding assembly can be reduced by 4% just by substituting the beam source. Vitesco Technologies is an early adopter in the serial use of this solution.

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Sunrun Installs 700,000 Solar Roofs — How About 700,000 + Ford F-150 Lightnings?

CleanTechnica EVs

Sunrun is the USA’s #1 rooftop solar power installer in terms of how much solar power capacity it installs quarter after quarter. It just hit a massive milestone, installing its 700,000th rooftop solar power system. (Well, it’s a little unclear if it was the 700,000th rooftop solar power system, as Sunrun tweeted that it was […].

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

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FPT Industrial to power the first LNG trucks on India’s roads

Green Car Congress

FPT Industrial, the global powertrain brand of Iveco Group, and Blue Energy Motors , headquartered in Pune, India, and engaged in the manufacturing of clean energy trucks, have signed an agreement to introduce the first Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) trucks powered by FPT 6.7-liter engines on Indian roads by the end of 2022. This agreement is the first step in a potential long-term partnership to leverage the specific characteristics of India’s commercial transport market: a total truck running par

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Tracking the most affordable EV leases in 2022

Electrek

Electrek is sponsored by Autonomy.com , the cheapest, fastest, easiest way to get a Tesla Model 3. If you have a credit card, you can reserve a Tesla now. Learn more and get $500 of f for a limited time. ( See Terms.). So you’re looking for a new EV and feel like a lease might be the best option for you and your needs. A fine choice! Like any large purchasing decision, it’s important to do your research to ensure you maximize your value and are happy with your decision, especially since you w

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NIO's global expansion: Demands of under-the-radar owners underscore urgency

CN EV Post

NIO wanted to make sure it could provide a good experience for its users before deciding to enter a new overseas market, but some users may not be able to wait any longer. The post NIO's global expansion: Demands of under-the-radar owners underscore urgency appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Will Tesla Open Supercharging To Non-Tesla Drivers In USA In 2022?

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said several years ago that Tesla would open up Supercharging to non-Tesla electric cars — automakers just had design cars that were compatible and contribute to the cost of developing the Supercharger network. Despite some hints after a couple years that some automakers were planning to team up with Tesla, nothing […].

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NeoPark included in Hefei's latest list of open roads for autonomous driving testing

CN EV Post

On April 29, NIO announced that the first tooling trial (TT) builds of the ET5 sedan rolled off the line at NeoPark on the first anniversary of its construction launch. The post NeoPark included in Hefei's latest list of open roads for autonomous driving testing appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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New Hyundai “rolling labs” EVs include hydrogen-battery hybrid

The Driven EV News

Hyundai to release two new concept cars, including a hybrid that combines hydrogen fuel cell technology and a big battery that can be separately charged. The post New Hyundai “rolling labs” EVs include hydrogen-battery hybrid 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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CATL reportedly considering Mexico plant to potentially supply batteries to Tesla and Ford

CN EV Post

The two sites CATL is considering are both near the Texas border, and the company is considering investing as much as $5 billion in the project, according to Bloomberg. The post CATL reportedly considering Mexico plant to potentially supply batteries to Tesla and Ford appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Swytch shows off first pocket-sized electric bike battery for DIY e-bike conversion kit

Electrek

Have you ever thought to yourself, “I’d love an electric bicycle, but it’d be even more convenient if the battery fit into my pocket”? Ok fine, but lots of people actually have. And the UK-based e-bike conversion kit company Swytch made it happen with the newest edition of the brand’s easy to use electric bike conversion kit. I got the chance to see the new kit in person at Eurobike a few days ago and even take a couple quick test laps on a bike equipped with the updated kit. more….

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Tesla Steam integration demo coming next month

Teslarati

Elon Musk announced that Tesla is working on Steam integration and will probably demo it next month. Tesla Arcade is about to get more interesting with Steam integration. The automaker’s video game platform already offers a diverse collection of games like Bethesda’s Fallout Shelter and simulation RPG Stardew Valley by Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone. Valve’s digital video game distribution service, Steam, will offer Tesla owners an even wider collection of games.

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Polestar 3 Pricing Revealed — Are You Sitting Down?

CleanTechnica EVs

Prices for the Polestar 3 electric SUV have been announced. The car will be manufactured in the US alongside the XC90.

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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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Hyundai high-performance Ioniq 5 N set for 2023 local launch

The Driven EV News

Hyundai confirms high-performance version of the Ioniq 5 - the N - to launch in Australia in 2023. The post Hyundai high-performance Ioniq 5 N set for 2023 local launch appeared first on The Driven.

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VinFast receives $1.2B in incentives for US manufacturing hub in North Carolina, opens six retail stores in California

Electric Cars Report

Vietnamese electric vehicle startup VinFast announced they have received a $1.2 billion incentive package from the State of North Carolina for its electric vehicle manufacturing project in the US. The largest economic incentive package in state history was signed this week by Governor Roy Cooper, making VinFast the first car maker to locate in the North Carolina. […] The post VinFast receives $1.2B in incentives for US manufacturing hub in North Carolina, opens six retail stores in Califor

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Full battery electric vehicles capture 13.5 per cent of German new car market

The Driven EV News

EVs grab 13.5 per cent share of German new car market in first half of 2022, and nearly 50 per cent including hybrids and fuel cells. The post Full battery electric vehicles capture 13.5 per cent of German new car market appeared first on The Driven.

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Milton Keynes trial shows how electricity networks can cope with charging more EVs

Electric Cars Report

As increasing numbers of electric vehicles are charged at home there will be more pressure on electricity networks, but a trial set up in Milton Keynes has found that this stress can be alleviated by the use of new charging technologies, and drivers using vehicle to grid chargers may be able to reduce their charging […] The post Milton Keynes trial shows how electricity networks can cope with charging more EVs appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Volkswagen delivered 217,000 BEVs in the first half of 2022, up 27% YoY

Teslarati

Volkswagen delivered 217,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the first half (H1) of 2022, up 27% year-over-year. In H1 2021, VW had 170,900 BEVs. The European automaker’s BEV delivery shares reached 5.6%, up from 3.4% in H1 2021. “We successfully continued our electric ramp-up despite challenging conditions, especially in the second quarter.

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AxFAST Portable 32-Amp Level 2 EVSE — CleanTechnica Review

CleanTechnica EVs

A few weeks ago, AxFAST sent me their 32-amp portable EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment, or a more technically correct term for “EV Charger”). I was originally going to test this one at home, but I had an issue with my wiring that isn’t going to be repaired soon. So, I took the unit out […].

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EV Registrations Up 19% in First Half of 2022

EV Club of CT

25,444 Registered EVs The new number is the result of 5,441 EVs added to the rolls from January through June (and turnover of 1,379 EVs). This represents virtually the same pace relative to the 5,407. Read more.

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Volkswagen Battery Modules Power Fast Charging Park, Sales Up 27% Year Over Year

CleanTechnica EVs

Volkswagen electric car sales were up strongly year on year in the first half of 2022, despite supply chain issues.

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Arcfox ?-S with 'Huawei Inside' officially begins volume deliveries

CN EV Post

This is the first production vehicle to be equipped with Huawei's full-stack smart car solution, and its delivery comes more than a year after its unveiling. The post Arcfox ?-S with 'Huawei Inside' officially begins volume deliveries appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Is Twitter’s Decline Good For Tesla Stock Value?

CleanTechnica EVs

If Tesla hits its multi-year 50% growth rate, it might not take very long to justify its current valuation, regardless of the impact of Twitter's change of ownership.

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Li Auto in spotlight for Li L9 test car suspension breakage

CN EV Post

The failure in the Li L9 test car is a one-off issue for non-production models, and Li Auto will address the issue in the final production vehicle, the company said. The post Li Auto in spotlight for Li L9 test car suspension breakage appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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BLUETTI introduces e-gift cards: A more convenient way to shop for portable power stations

Electrek

Shopping for someone looking for a high-quality energy storage solutions but not sure what product they prefer? Get them a new e-gift card from BLUETTI – an online store with over a decade of experience in portable energy stations and solar charging. BLUETTI gift cards are easy to use and offer a number of benefits including the ability to pay in instalments. more….

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BYD to open new “experience centres” for Atto 3, despite delivery delays

The Driven EV News

Australian BYD importer announces locations of new experience centres in collaboration with Eagers Automotive. . The post BYD to open new “experience centres” for Atto 3, despite delivery delays appeared first on The Driven.

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CITIC Securities dismantles Tesla Model 3 to 'observe EV trends'

CN EV Post

In a 94-page report, CITIC Securities shows the entire process of dismantling a Tesla Model 3. The post CITIC Securities dismantles Tesla Model 3 to 'observe EV trends' appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla Model X After 200,000 Miles: How Is It Holding Up?

InsideEVs

Kyle Conner checks out one of the highest mileage Model Xs in the world.

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A Tesla toilet? DALL.E 2 created this and a few other Tesla household items

Teslarati

If Tesla were to design a toilet, what would it look like? We now have an answer thanks to Mike Hassaballa who got creative with OpenAI’s DALL.E 2. In a post on Medium , he shared that he’d recently gotten access to OpenAI’s DALL.E 2. DALL.E 2 is an artificial intelligence system that creates realistic images and art from a description in natural language.

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Tesla Model X And Y Reach Mount Everest Base Camp

InsideEVs

The Teslas reached an altitude of over 5,000 meters (16,400 feet).

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Peugeot 308 plug-in hybrid EV joining local line-up in 2023

EV Central

Peugeot has continued its steady electrified build-up in Australia confirming the arrival of a plug-in hybrid version of the new 308 small car in 2023. Likely to land in the first half of the year, the PHEV five-door hatchback will follow orthodox 308 petrol-turbo ICE hatch and wagon models that start arriving here in late 2022. The confirmation of the 308 PHEV for Australia follows on from the reveal of the radical 408 crossover and assurances it is also headed our way in 2023.

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Aston Martin Looking At Mercedes, Rimac And Lucid EV Platforms

InsideEVs

This comes as Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund acquires $92.5 million worth of shares.

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Affordable electric convertibles: Could Mini be working on one?

Green Car Reports

Where are the electric convertibles? It’s a niche that’s not at all represented in today’s market—and there hasn’t been a single new one since the Tesla Roadster. Now Mini has hinted that it’s thinking about the possibility of an electric convertible that’s not only compact but affordable—perhaps as.

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