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Mercedes-Benz invests €200M in Electric Software Hub; software integration factory at Sindelfingen

Green Car Congress

Mercedes-Benz has invested more than €200 million in the Electric Software Hub at the Mercedes Technology Centre (MTC) in Sindelfingen. Numerous software, hardware, system integration and testing functions are brought together under one roof. With this step, Mercedes-Benz is intensifying its approach of cross-functional collaboration. The Electric Software Hub accelerates the transformation of Mercedes-Benz.

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Hummer EV review, Lexus RZ yoke, Fisker battery warranty, Tesla going big: The Week in Reverse

Green Car Reports

Which EV startup switched its manufacturing plan—and country? Which two automakers agreed to co-develop the basis for “millions” of affordable EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending April 8, 2022. This week, the main event was something we attended the.

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EIA: US nuclear electricity generation continues to decline as more reactors retire

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In 2021, for the second consecutive year, US nuclear electricity generation declined, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Output from US nuclear power plants totaled 778 million megawatthours in 2021—1.5% less than the previous year. Nuclear’s share of US electricity generation across all sectors in 2021 was similar to its average share in the previous decade: 19%.

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GM Cruise autonomous taxi pulled over by police in San Francisco without humans, ‘bolts’ off (U: Cruise responds)

Electrek

Over the weekend, a GM Cruise converted Chevy Bolt without a driver was pulled over by San Francisco Police. In an unexpected turn, the car “bolted” to a safe spot. Cruise responded. more…. The post GM Cruise autonomous taxi pulled over by police in San Francisco without humans, ‘bolts’ off (U: Cruise responds) 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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Senators introduce bipartisan bill to boost production, use of renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel

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Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) and John Barrasso (R-WY) led their colleagues in introducing the Renewable Diesel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel Parity Act of 2022. The legislation is cosponsored by Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and Steve Daines (R-MO). The bill would require the Department of Energy to track foreign imports and domestic production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel.

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Tesla Cybertruck showcases rear wheel steering feature in Giga Texas

Teslarati

Tesla’s Cyber Rodeo featured a number of the company’s upcoming vehicles, though the Cybertruck evidently stole the show. From its arrival at the facility to its display in the hours prior to Elon Musk’s address to its appearance later during the night with Design Chief Franz von Holzhausen, the all-electric pickup truck drew the attention of attendees and online viewers alike.

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Tesla delivers first Model Y vehicles with 4680 batteries from Giga Texas

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After the Cyber Rodeo grand opening event, Tesla officially delivered the first production Model Y vehicles with 4680 batteries from Gigafactory Texas. On Friday, April 8, Elon Musk officially announced that the first production Model Y units were delivered. He thanked the Tesla team for their hard work. A few of the new Model Y owners already shared their joy with the community online.

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Full Details Emerge For 576 Horsepower Kia EV6 GT

InsideEVs

Kia promises it will be a "true GT" offering good speed and a fun driving experience while also being a great cruiser.

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Tesla revisits idea of mining lithium directly as prices continue to rise

Teslarati

Tesla seems more serious about entering the lithium mining industry as prices for the mineral — needed to make lithium-ion batteries — continue to rise. On Saturday, April 9, Tesla CEO Elon Musk commented on the rising price of Lithium. He hinted that Tesla might mine and refine Lithium directly if costs do not improve. “The price of Lithium has gone to insane levels!

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Rivian R1T Electric Truck: What's The Verdict After 1,000 Miles?

InsideEVs

This R1T owner took delivery just 10 days ago. He loves the truck, but it's not free of issues.

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

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Tesla China sold 65,814 vehicles in March, making 182,174 units for Q1 2022

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According to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) , Tesla China sold 65,814 vehicles in March 2022, closing the month and quarter off strong. For comparison, Tesla China reported wholesale figures of 59,845 units for January 2022 and 56,515 vehicles sold in February 2022. . In total, Tesla China sold 182,174 units in Q1 2022. Overall, Tesla delivered 182,174 in the first quarter.

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Tesla Model Y Turned Into Off-Road Monster In China Goes To The Desert

InsideEVs

Watch how this lifted Model Y was built and find out whether or not it's actually good off-road.

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US Hybrid And PHEV Sales Growth Rate Outpaced BEVs in 2021

EV Adoption

While BEV purists like to claim that the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV is dead), in fact in the US the dual-powertrain EVs are alive and well — and like BEVs, are also seeing strong growth in sales. BEVs do in fact dominate in US EV sales (driven mostly by sales of the Tesla Model Y and Model 3), with full battery electric models outselling PHEVs in 2021 by 2.7 to 1 (473,426 to 173,804), according to data from IHS Markit via the Auto Manufacturers Alliance Advanced Technology Sales Dashb

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Racing The Quickest Cars: Tesla Plaid, Lucid Air, BMW M5, (Skydiver?)

InsideEVs

Jason Cammisa delivers an innovative new take on the drag racing video, and it's fantastic. Plus, there's a skydiver.

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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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BaaS: Improving the EV Experience through Battery Swapping

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Electric vehicles (EVs) have lower operating costs than conventional automobiles, but their initial cost is greater than their ICE cousins.  As we have mentioned in previous articles, the cost of EV batteries is linked to the higher price of EVs. The cost of an electric car’s battery is around 30 to 40% of the total vehicle cost. The EV market is successfully dealing with a number of challenges like high battery costs, longer battery charging times, and reduced range.

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European Parliament Encourages Reduced Tolls For EVs

InsideEVs

Government support is critical to EV adoption, and there's proof across the globe.

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Tesla’s Elon Musk will no longer join Twitter’s board of directors

Teslarati

Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has announced that Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk will not be part of Twitter’s Board of Directors on April 9. The Twitter CEO did acknowledge Elon Musk’s position as the company’s biggest stakeholder, noting that it “will always value input from our shareholders.” Musk’s inclusion into the Twitter Board of Directors was announced earlier this month, following the publication of SEC filings that revealed he acquired a 9.2% stake in t

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Tesla Model 3 And Model Y Driven From Full Battery Until They Run Out

InsideEVs

What happens if you keep driving an EV after it indicates it has no more range to give?

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Europe: Ford E-Transit Entered Series Production In Turkey

InsideEVs

The company has already received over 5,000 orders.

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Tesla Model 3 Review After 200,000 Miles

InsideEVs

Few have clocked up more Model 3 miles than Arthur Driessen.

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Mercedes-Benz Produced More Than 25,000 Electric Vans

InsideEVs

New models and next-generation versions are coming.