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Air France KLM signs 210M gallon SAF offtake agreement with DG Fuels

Green Car Congress

DG Fuels (DGF), a provider of cellulosic drop-in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), signed a multi-year SAF offtake agreement with Air France KLM for up to 60,408 metric tons (21 million gallons) per year from DGF’s initial plant to be located in Louisiana. The contract is expected to make Air France KLM DGF’s largest European airline customer and lays the groundwork for expansion of this commercial relationship as DGF scales up production at the Louisiana and additional planned SAF production pla

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2023 Honda Accord Hybrid aims to be the sportier half

Green Car Reports

With the upcoming 11th-generation version of the Honda Accord first shown this morning, Honda suggests that the sportier-driving version of the Accord and the high-mpg hybrid version of this bestselling sedan are now one and the same. Honda appears to be dropping the top-performance 2.0-liter turbo-4 offered in the outgoing Accord, and it’s.

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Neste to offer public electric vehicles charging service at its stations in Finland

Green Car Congress

Neste is introducing public high power charging (HPC) at its service stations in Finland for light- and medium-duty electric vehicles. Neste MY Renewable Charging adds another option to Neste’s portfolio of solutions in Finland for supporting the transition to low-emission transport. Serving both business and consumers, Neste’s first public high power charging stations will become available at the turn of the year at Neste Hankasalmi Jari-Pekka and Neste Oulunbaari Maikkula service stations.

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Over 40,000 Tesla vehicles recalled for steering issue

Green Car Reports

Tesla has recalled 40,168 vehicles due to a software issue that could cause loss of power steering assist, but the automaker says it's already released an over-the-air (OTA) update to address the problem. In certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles that received the 2022.36 firmware release, changes to the "calibration values" for the.

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

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DOE to award $12M to support extraction and conversion of lithium from geothermal brines

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Energy (DOE) issued a $12-million Funding Opportunity Announcement (DE?FOA?0002823 ) to support the extraction and conversion of lithium from geothermal brines to use in batteries for stationary storage and electric vehicles. Geothermal brines are a byproduct of geothermal power that contain a host of minerals, including lithium.

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2023 Kia EV6 starts $7,100 higher, drops base-battery version

Green Car Reports

The 2023 Kia EV6 starts $7,100 higher than the previous model year, according to pricing information released by Kia. That increase is mostly due to Kia dropping the base Light trim level, which started at $42,695 with the mandatory $1,295 destination charge, and was the only U.S. EV6 model to offer the smaller 58-kwh battery pack. All other.

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Tesla starts hiring for Cybertruck production

Electrek

Tesla is starting to hire workers specifically for Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas, according to job listings seen by Electrek. more…. The post Tesla starts hiring for Cybertruck production appeared first on Electrek.

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New York City Transit to pilot Mobility House intelligent charge management

Green Car Congress

The Mobility House has been selected by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to deploy its smart charging and energy management solution ChargePilot for New York City Transit (NYCT), the largest public bus fleet operator in the US. During the year-long pilot program, The Mobility House will manage charging for 27 charge ports across two bus depots in Staten Island and Queens.

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Tesla cancels solar projects in mass, scales back solar division

Electrek

Tesla has canceled solar projects in mass across the US as the company says that it is shutting down its solar operations in some markets. more…. The post Tesla cancels solar projects in mass, scales back solar division appeared first on Electrek.

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Kia 2023 EV6 to start at $48,500

Green Car Congress

Kia America announced pricing for the 2023 Kia EV6. Entering its second model year, the EV6 CUV starts at an MSRP $48,500 (excludes $1,295 destination fee). With strong sales and continued customer demand, the Wind RWD becomes the base EV6 for the 2023 model year, replacing the Light RWD (2022 MSRP $41,400). The 2023 pricing reflects a $1,000 MSRP increase over the 2022 EV6 Wind.

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

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NIO Q3 earnings call: 5 new models to be launched in H1 2023

CN EV Post

NIO will launch five models in the first half of next year, and by June there will be a total of eight available models. The post NIO Q3 earnings call: 5 new models to be launched in H1 2023 appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Audi introduces Q8 e-tron; improved efficiency and range; base price in Germany €74,400

Green Car Congress

Audi introduced its flagship electric SUV e-tron in 2018. The new Audi Q8 e-tron builds on the success of that electric pioneer (sales of some 150,000 units) with an optimized drive concept, improved aerodynamics, higher charging performance, and battery capacity and increased range of up to 582 kilometers (362 miles) in the SUV version (WLTP) and up to 600 kilometers (373 miles) in the Sportback version (WLTP).

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NIO Q3 earnings: Deutsche Bank's first look

CN EV Post

NIO reported mostly soft 3Q results, especially on margin, but provided a better than-feared 4Q volume outlook. The post NIO Q3 earnings: Deutsche Bank's first look appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla to Boost Fremont Production with Help from Shanghai

CleanTechnica EVs

Recent production upgrades to Tesla’s Gigafactory Shanghai have boosted the company’s weekly output in China, and now the automaker may be looking to draw on this expertise for its U.S. plant in California. After Tesla’s record delivery month in China just a few months ago, the help is expected to boost the Fremont plant’s production […].

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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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Bridgewater's position in NIO up 6.6% in Q3, holdings in XPeng and Li Auto remain stable

CN EV Post

The market value of Bridgewater's holdings in NIO decreased by 22.58 percent during the third quarter, while its holdings in XPeng and Li Auto decreased by 62.31 percent and 39.77 percent, respectively. The post Bridgewater's position in NIO up 6.6% in Q3, holdings in XPeng and Li Auto remain stable appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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GM & EVgo’s Plug And Charge Just Works

CleanTechnica EVs

Back in September, I wrote an article about EVgo’s Autocharge+ rollout. While some GM vehicles had the ability to just plug in and charge (with payment details happening automatically behind the scenes), they were now going to roll it out to all EVs. At the time, I wasn’t aware that Autocharge+ wasn’t available to GM’s […].

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SDG&E & General Motors to Explore Vehicle-to-Grid and Vehicle-to-Home Technology

Electric Cars Report

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and General Motors today announced an agreement to investigate the feasibility of integrating bidirectional EVs into the electric grid as a local energy resource. Following GM’s announcement of its newest business unit, GM Energy, the study will examine the hardware, software, processes and construction considerations necessary to accelerate wider […] The post SDG&E & General Motors to Explore Vehicle-to-Grid and Vehicle-to-Home Technology

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2022 Beijing auto show officially canceled

CN EV Post

The 2022 Beijing auto show was scheduled to take place from April 21 to April 30, but was postponed in early April. The post 2022 Beijing auto show officially canceled appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Mercedes-AMG ONE electrified hypercar sets Nurburgring production car record

Electric Cars Report

The Mercedes-AMG ONE is the king of the Nürburgring-Nordschleife: with an officially measured and notarised time of 6:35.183 minutes for rounding the 20.832 kilometre track, the hypercar with Formula-1 technology set a new record for road-legal production vehicles as well as in the super sports car category. The record-breaking drives on October 28, 2022 were […] The post Mercedes-AMG ONE electrified hypercar sets Nurburgring production car record appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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I Didn’t Know What I Was Missing With Faster Level 2 Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

In some ways, the idea of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 charging is deceptive. On the surface, it makes sense to differentiate between slow 120 volt charging, faster 240 volt charging, and DC fast charging, but there’s quite a bit of variance in speeds within each level, and even some overlap. For example, […].

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Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 takes ‘drag’ to a new low and range to a new high

Electric Cars Report

When the designers and aerodynamic engineers at Hyundai Motor Company set out to create an electric vehicle with low wind resistance and a high all-electric range, they looked at some of the most streamlined shapes in automotive and aircraft history, as well as in nature. As a result of their efforts, IONIQ 6 achieves an […] The post Hyundai’s IONIQ 6 takes ‘drag’ to a new low and range to a new high appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electric ute under $40,000 launched by owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus brands

The Driven EV News

An electric ute starting at less than $40,000 has been launched by Geely, the owner of the Polestar, Volvo and Lotus brands. The post Electric ute under $40,000 launched by owner of Volvo, Polestar and Lotus brands appeared first on The Driven.

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Kia Stinger withdrawn from sale in the UK, to be replaced by high-performance EV6 GT

Electric Cars Report

The Kia Stinger is today withdrawn from sale in the UK, ahead of the arrival of Kia’s new high-performance EV6 GT later this year. The Kia Stinger first burst on to the scene in 2017, and received a range of updates in 2021. Powered by a 3.3-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine, the Stinger has been – […] The post Kia Stinger withdrawn from sale in the UK, to be replaced by high-performance EV6 GT appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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CATL signs deal to supply batteries to Japanese mini-vehicle specialist Daihatsu

CN EV Post

CATL will provide a stable supply of power batteries for Daihatsu's electric vehicle models and promote the deployment of battery technology, including CTP and BMS, in Daihatsu's vehicles. The post CATL signs deal to supply batteries to Japanese mini-vehicle specialist Daihatsu appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla recalls 40,000 Model S and Model X EVs over power-steering fault

Electric Cars Report

Tesla is recalling just over 40,000 Model S and Model X EVs in the U.S. over a potential power-steering problem. The recall covers 40,168 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. An October firmware release caused some vehicles to lose power steering when driving over bumpy roads and potholes. An estimated 1% of recalled vehicles […] The post Tesla recalls 40,000 Model S and Model X EVs over power-steering fault appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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What do I need to pay attention to when using an electric car in winter?

Setec Powerr

In recent years, electric vehicles have been increasing around the world. And with the development of charging infrastructure, people’s anxiety about range has been eased. However, in winter, electric vehicles can still suffer from reduced performance and capacity in cold temperatures. So why does this happen, and how much do you know about how to deal with it?

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True Confessions Of A Trans-Atlantic Traveler, Spain Edition

CleanTechnica EVs

What follows is Part One of a story about a trip my wife and I took recently to Barcelona, Spain, and then home again on a cruise ship that stopped in the Canary Islands before setting sail for Port Canaveral. There may be more installments to this; I don’t know yet. We’ll see how it […].

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Ford Lightning saves the morning after Hurricane Nicole knocks out power

Electrek

No power? No problem. Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup has once again saved the day after Hurricane Nicole charged into Florida’s east coast, knocking power out for thousands of customers. more…. The post Ford Lightning saves the morning after Hurricane Nicole knocks out power appeared first on Electrek.

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Volvo delivers electric trucks with fossil-free steel to customers

Electric Cars Report

As the world’s first truck manufacturer to do so, Volvo has begun using fossil-free steel in its trucks. The first electric trucks with fossil-free steel are now being delivered to customers. In September this year, Volvo Trucks started series production of heavy-duty electric, 44 tonne trucks, as the first global truck manufacturer to achieve this. […] The post Volvo delivers electric trucks with fossil-free steel to customers appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Redwood and Audi want to turn your old electronic devices into EV batteries

Electrek

Lithium-ion battery recycler Redwood Materials and Audi are today launching a program that enables consumers to drop off their old battery-powered devices at local Audi dealerships, and then Redwood will recycle them to build EV batteries. more…. The post Redwood and Audi want to turn your old electronic devices into EV batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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First look at Tesla Giga Berlin’s Quicksilver Model Y

Teslarati

Last month, Tesla announced that Model Y crossovers from Gigafactory Berlin would be available for order with two new paint options: Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red. A close look at a Model Y painted in one of these unique shades has been shared online, and needless to say, the new color looks absolutely stunning. When Tesla launched Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red for Model Ys in Giga Berlin, the electric vehicle maker made it a point to highlight that the new colors are made from highl

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Lunaz Design begins electric conversions of classic Range Rovers

Electrek

Lunaz Design, a firm that restores and electrifies classic cars using proprietary powertrain technology has commenced production of two different all-electric conversions of classic Range Rovers. According to the company, it is expanding its staff to meet the demand of the electrified Range Rovers, which now account for nearly 50% of its EV production. more….

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Hyundai Unveils Original Documentary on IONIQ Origins and Success Story

Electric Cars Report

Hyundai unveiled its original documentary titled ‘Defying Convention’ highlighting IONIQ, Hyundai Motor’s dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV) lineup brand. The documentary sheds light on elements that brought success to the IONIQ lineup brands and illustrate Hyundai Motor Company’s past, present, and future. The company’s unprecedented success is well underlined throughout the film, not by sheer […] The post Hyundai Unveils Original Documentary on IONIQ Origins and Success Story appea

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Supernova images unveil secrets of an earlier Universe

Innovation News Network

Detailed telescope images of a red-supergiant supernova are helping scientists learn more about the early Universe. The post Supernova images unveil secrets of an earlier Universe appeared first on Innovation News Network.