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Ford Mach-E GT review, VW ID.4 recall, wireless EV charging for fleets: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Does wireless EV charging make sense for commercial vehicle fleets? Is VW solving its earlier ID.4 display flickers and flaky controls with a recall remedy? And is the Mustang Mach-E GT worth the premium? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT goes quicker with a new rear motor from the F-150 Lightning, and.

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Toyota, Japanese rivals promise more efficient next-gen ICE engines amid the shift to EVs

Electrek

Despite the market moving toward EVs, Toyota , Subaru, and Mazda are committed to developing next-generation ICE engines. The new engines are “tailored to electrification” with integrated EV components.

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2021-2023 VW ID.4 recalled for screen issues, software

Green Car Reports

Volkswagen is recalling nearly 80,000 of its ID.4 electric vehicles in the U.S.—plus more than 8,000 in Canada—due to gauge clusters and infotainment systems that either unexpectedly reset or don’t start up in the first place. The issue, which likely covers some or all of the many flickering screens and sudden reboots that owners.

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Tesla to appear at energy conference in Germany next month

Teslarati

Tesla has announced plans to appear at an upcoming energy storage conference in Germany in the coming weeks as the company continues to ramp up its energy business. The electrical energy storage (ees) conference is set to take place next month in Münich, Germany, with Tesla Energy being one of 760 total exhibitors. Tesla shared the news on its LinkedIn page dedicated to its energy business on Tuesday, noting that it will be taking part in the event’s Intersolar Forum.

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

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Review: 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT goes with Lightning

Green Car Reports

The Mach-E is Ford’s only dedicated electric vehicle, with no gasoline equivalent. Yet it won’t let you, or anyone driving near you, mistake it for anything but a member of the Mustang family. In the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, the design cues and prancing-horse logos still deal out an overstated hand of pony-car attitude. I reach.

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Renewables provided almost 30% of US electrical generation in March

Electrek

Renewables are now the second-largest source of US electrical generation behind natural gas, which averaged a 40.5% share during Q1 2024 but fell to 39.4% in March.

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Australian maker of battery integrated EV chargers hopes to succeed where Tritium failed

The Driven EV News

eLumina to launch manufacturing facilities in Gold Coast as it lands orders for its battery-integrated EV charging solutions, many to replace stock made by the collapsed Tritium. The post Australian maker of battery integrated EV chargers hopes to succeed where Tritium failed appeared first on The Driven.

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Magna Steyr in discussions with several Chinese automakers to localize EV production in Europe

Electrek

Austria-based contract manufacturer Magna Steyr has confirmed that several Chinese OEMs are discussing the possibility of local EV production ahead of further sales in Europe. The decision may be swayed by the looming threat of tariffs Europe may impose on China as several automakers continue to expand to new markets overseas.

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Tesla Supercharger team member shares insights after getting rehired

Teslarati

A member of Tesla’s Supercharging team who was rehired by the electric vehicle maker just weeks after being laid off has shared some insights on the reasons why he decided to return to the company. As per the Supercharger team member, there is still a lot of work to be done when it comes to EV adoption. Four weeks ago, Tesla Sr. Manager of Site Acquisition and Business Development of Commercial Charging George Bahadue revealed that he was one of the Supercharger team members who was term

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NYC congestion pricing is coming. Here’s how to get out of it

Electrek

New York City is on the brink of implementing congestion pricing, a bold move aimed at reducing traffic in Manhattan’s most congested areas. While this initiative promises to alleviate gridlock and generate funds for public transportation, it also means drivers will face additional costs to navigate through certain parts of the city. But what if I told you there’s a way to avoid these fees entirely?

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

Brief

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Tesla adds two awesome new features with recent software update

Teslarati

Tesla is adding two awesome new features, among plenty of others, with its most recent Software Update, v.2024.20. Released internally over the weekend, Tesla is refining its massive Spring software update, which is packed with many features. We wrote about them here, and you can read up on all the improvements the automaker made to its vehicles. However, there are two major improvements with the recent update that were detailed in the most recent release notes.

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Volkswagen aims to debut new affordable electric vehicles in 2027 with prices around $22,000

Electrek

Volkswagen is aiming for its new low-cost electric vehicles to debut in 2027. The new affordable VW EVs are expected to be priced around $21,800 (20,000 euros).

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Tesla updates its Autopilot dog house and makes a cabin improvement with new update

Teslarati

Tesla made changes to its Autopilot dog house and also improved how your cabin will feel in the Summer months as warmer weather approaches for many of us. The two improvements are a part of Tesla’s 2024.20 Software Update , which started rolling out internally to employees this past weekend. Tesla’s Autopilot dog house is more commonly referred to as “Autopilot Jail,” and it punishes those who abuse its abilities.

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Hyundai taps ex-Porsche, Apple Car exec to bolster performance as it transitions to EVs

Electrek

Hyundai is bringing on ex-Porsche and Apple exec Manfred Harrer to lead the development of its new luxury Genesis Magma brand. The appointment is expected to help accelerate Hyundai Motor’s (including Kia’s) transition to electric with “top-tier” EV leadership.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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New machine learning technique can accurately detect microplastics

Innovation News Network

Optical analysis and machine learning techniques can now readily detect microplastics in water using inexpensive porous metal substrates. The post New machine learning technique can accurately detect microplastics appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Rehired Tesla Supercharger manager beautifully explains why he came back

Electrek

A recently rehired Tesla Supercharger team member beautifully explained why he came back and gave a respectful nod to his former leader fired by Elon Musk.

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BYD Sea Lion 7 EV seen in right hand drive, preparing to launch in 2024

The Driven EV News

BYD's new all electric sleek SUV previewed for right-hand-drive markets like Australia, revealing key details. The post BYD Sea Lion 7 EV seen in right hand drive, preparing to launch in 2024 appeared first on The Driven.

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Lilium (LILM) inks new partnership to bring eVTOL jet rides to the South of France

Electrek

eVTOL jet developer Lilium has signed another pivotal partnership overseas that will bring aviation technology operations to the South of France and possibly other parts of Europe. The advanced air mobility startup is working with UrbanV out of Italy, and Aeroports de la Côte d’Azur forge to implement a vertiport network in the French Riviera, which could very well be the first region in Europe to enable regional eVTOL travel.

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BYD Unveils Plug-In Hybrid With 1,305 Miles Of Total Range

CleanTechnica EVs

BYD says cars with its latest plug-in hybrid technology have a range of 1200 miles and up to 80 mpg. Are those claims real? The post BYD Unveils Plug-In Hybrid With 1,305 Miles Of Total Range appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai’s new IONIQ 9 electric SUV looks even bigger in latest US testing video

Electrek

A new Hyundai three-row electric SUV is set to hit the US market. Ahead of its official debut, the Hyundai IONIQ 9 was caught testing in the US. From the looks of it, the electric SUV looks even bigger and bolder in person.

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EV charging points to hit 64 million globally by 2029

The Driven EV News

New research published this week suggests that the number of charging points around the globe will skyrocket to 64 million by 2029. The post EV charging points to hit 64 million globally by 2029 appeared first on The Driven.

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Ford teases new F-150 Lightning-based EV SuperTruck ahead of Pikes Peak [Video]

Electrek

Ford Performance is at it again. The high-performance unit is teasing its new Ford F-150 Lightning -based EV SuperTruck ahead of its official debut. To showcase its abilities, Ford’s new electric SuperTruck will compete in the upcoming Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

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Nissan Turns To Gigacasting To Slash Costs And Complexity Of Future EVs

InsideEVs

The automaker follows Tesla as it aims to reduce parts expenses by 10% and save a billion dollars in development costs.

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Five EVs that lease for under $300/month

Electrek

Last February there were nine EVs that leased for an average monthly cost of under $400 before tax and license. Since then, factory incentives have become even more attractive, and now four of those nine are leasing for under $300/month. A fifth EV, one that leased for over $400/month back then, has plunged into the sub-$300 club after a $120/month cut in cost.

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Toyota hints at its latest plans for upcoming ICE vehicles

Teslarati

Toyota has made its latest statements doubling down on plans to develop new vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICE), along with continued focus on part-hydrogen-powered options. In a joint appearance with Mazda, Subaru, and Toyota, a part-owner of the former automakers, one executive recently highlighted and doubled down on the company’s future plans for varying ICE engines, as reported by the Financial Times on Tuesday.

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Tesla’s latest way to get shareholders to vote: factory tour with Elon and Franz

Electrek

Tesla has come up with yet another program to encourage shareholders to vote in the upcoming shareholders meeting with a way to win a factory tour with Elon Musk and Franz von Holzhausen.

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Volkswagen Recalling ID.4 Over Software Issues

The Truth About Cars

Volkswagen is recalling over 80,000 ID.4 electric vehicles, from the 2021-2023 model years, over concerns that interior screens may turn off without warning. While not really much of an issue on older cars, this is a colossal problem for newer models that have integrated touchscreen technology as essential for vehicle controls. Fortunately, documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicate that the issue is limited to specific activities.

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Rare discount on universal Tesla level 2 EV charger at $580, Save $700 on LG smart electric ventless dryer, NIU KQI Air, and more

Electrek

Memorial Day deals are still lingering, with today’s Green Deals coming in with both first-time arrivals and older returns, headlined by the rare discount we’ve found on Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector Level 2 Hardwired EV Charger at $580. It is joined by another newbie, the LG 7.8 cubic-foot Smart Front Load Electric Dryer with a ventless heat pump for $1,099 , as well as a familiar face in the form of NIU’s KQi Air Carbon Fiber Foldable Electric Kick Scooter at $1,049.

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Lion Electric Unveils the Groundbreaking Lion8 Tractor, An All-Electric Class 8 Commercial Truck

CleanTechnica EVs

GCWR: up to 127,000 lbs – highest of the electric vehicle (EV) truck market Driving Range: up to 275 Miles (440 kilometers) Battery Capacity: up to 630 kWh Level III Charge Time (DC): charging to 80% SOC in 1.5 hours Powered by Lion’s Heavy-Duty battery packs (high-energy-density proprietary 750V battery. [continued] The post Lion Electric Unveils the Groundbreaking Lion8 Tractor, An All-Electric Class 8 Commercial Truck appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Top US coal producer Wyoming just approved a $1.2B solar farm

Electrek

Wyoming just approved its largest solar farm – 771 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar plus battery storage.

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Volkswagen Confirms 2025 GTI Clubsport As Most Powerful Front-Drive Golf Ever

The Truth About Cars

Volkswagen has been teasing the Golf GTI Clubsport all month ahead of the planned reveal during Nürburgring 24 Hours. The endurance race will serve as the premiere of what’s likely to become the most powerful GTI VW has ever fielded. The bad news is that North America isn’t supposed to receive this particular vehicle. But the good news is that some of its equipment is likely to migrate over to the standard GTI that’s still sold in the United States for the 2025 model year.

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Here's how wireless charging could cut costs for commercial EVs

Green Car Reports

Two recent wireless charging pilot programs show the potential for the technology's use with commercial EV fleets. The Indiana Department of Transportation and Purdue University are working to outfit a quarter-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 231 in West Lafayette, Indiana, for wireless charging of electric trucks. A test truck provided by Cummins.

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Elon Musk's Proposed Pay Package is At the Center of an Intensifying Game of Chicken

The Truth About Cars

Tesla has seen its ups and downs in recent times, though it has felt like more downs. Layoffs, temporary plant closures, and government investigations be damned, however, as CEO Elon Musk is determined to land his proposed record compensation package. The Tesla board is tasked with voting on the pay package, which reaches an astonishing $56 billion.

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ACT Expo 2024 Takeaways: Sustainability Goals, Meet Financial Realities

Green Fleet Magazine

As the electrification market inches from the pilot phase to everyday use cases, the magnitude of the effort — and the cost — came into sharper focus at the industry's biggest clean transportation event.

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