Fri.Sep 13, 2024

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Solar-powered curbside EV charging concept taps streetlights

Green Car Reports

A California-based company aims to add curbside EV charging and solar and wind power to streetlights. Beam Global's BeamSpot incorporates solar panels and small wind turbines to generate some of its own energy, with built-in battery storage to maximize use of it. While normal streetlights generally have only enough power for illumination, the.

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BYD is now the world’s largest automaker by R&D workforce after major hiring spree

Electrek

China’s BYD now has the world’s largest R&D workforce of any automaker after its latest hiring spree. With over 900,000 employees, BYD aims to continue climbing the global sales charts as it advances new tech to promote longer-range, more affordable EVs.

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GM and EVgo crib gas-station look for 400 EV fast-charging stops

Green Car Reports

General Motors and EVgo will add 400 EV fast chargers at gas-station-like "flagship" sites in major U.S. metropolitan areas beginning in 2025. These sites will feature 350-kw DC fast chargers in a pull-through configuration under canopies—much like gas pumps—and they'll get "ample" lighting and security cameras, GM and EVgo confirmed.

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The Hague is the first world city to ban fossil fuel ads by law

Electrek

The Hague, Netherlands’ third-largest city, has passed a local ordinance banning fossil fuel advertisements and ads for other highly-polluting services in the city, becoming the first city in the world to do so.

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

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From Punch Cards to Python

Cars That Think

In today’s digital world, it’s easy for just about anyone to create a mobile app or write software, thanks to Java , JavaScript, Python , and other programming languages. But that wasn’t always the case. Because the primary language of computers is binary code, early programmers used punch cards to instruct computers what tasks to complete. Each hole represented a single binary digit.

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Toyota bZ3C leaked as new Prius-lookalike electric SUV in China

Electrek

A new Toyota electric crossover SUV is about to hit the world’s largest EV market. The Toyota bZ3C leaked in China on Friday, showing a familiar look. The new electric crossover SUV was developed with China’s leading EV maker, BYD.

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Virginia’s largest solar array on a school rooftop just came online

Electrek

A 1.8-megawatt (MW) school rooftop solar array, the largest in Virginia, is now online – and the US needs to do a whole lot more of this.

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Tesla Model Y Prices Have 'Largest Year-Over-Year Drop'

InsideEVs

Yet it's still a strong seller and has a ton of appeal, "even as used EVs are losing value and selling slower," one expert said.

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Here are the EVs you can lease for under $300 a month this September [Updated]

Electrek

With more options than ever, driving an electric vehicle has never been more affordable. As new EVs hit the market, the lease deals are heating up. Here are all the EVs you can lease for under $300 a month this September.

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Tesla Cybertruck sales surge ~61% in July, outsells direct rivals: S&P Global Mobility

Teslarati

The Tesla Cybertruck is still being sold at a premium due to the continuation of its Foundation Series edition, but the vehicle is already dominating the electric pickup truck segment. As per data from S&P Global Mobility, Tesla saw a 1.2% increase in vehicle registrations in July 2024, thanks in part to the Cybertruck’s 5,175 registrations during the month.

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

Brief

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Kia and Honda’s massive incentives spark a surge in EV registrations in July

Electrek

Several EV models sold with over $10,000 in incentives in July, driving registrations up 18% from last year in the US. Kia’s new EV9 was among the most heavily discounted, selling with over $19,700 in incentives. Other models, like the Honda Prologue and Volkswagen ID.4, were also heavily discounted, which helped spark growth.

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Driving Middle East’s Innovation in Robotics and Future of Automation

Cars That Think

This is a sponsored article brought to you by Khalifa University of Science and Technology. Abu Dhabi-based Khalifa University of Science and Technology in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be hosting the 36th edition of the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2024 ) to highlight the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s rapidly advancing capabilities in the robotics and intelligent transport systems. aspect_ratio Themed “Robotics for Sustainable De

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A 350-mile electricity transmission line in Nevada is now approved

Electrek

The massive Greenlink West Transmission Project in Nevada got the final green light this week by the US Department of the Interior.

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Tesla Autopilot Trainers Were Told To Ignore ‘No Turn On Red’ Signs: Report

InsideEVs

The automaker reportedly wanted its driver assistance system to “drive like a human, not a robot that’s just following the rules.

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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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Tesla is testing a goofy camouflaged Robotaxi prototype ahead of reveal

Electrek

Tesla is gearing up for its October 10 Robotaxi unveiling, which will take place at Warner Bros. Studio , and it’s currently running a fleet of (normal) cars around the lot to map the area. But one of the cars, photographed late yesterday by a lot employee, stands out – and it stands out because it seems to be a heavily-camouflaged version of the heretofore-not-seen Robotaxi.

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BYD Partners With Pilatus Motors To Launch Several Models In Zambia!

CleanTechnica EVs

It’s good news for Zambia, as BYD has just launched in the country, giving Zambians an opportunity to buy some of the latest electric vehicles from one of the world’s largest electric vehicle firms. BYD has partnered with Pilatus to launch several models there. It seems like we get news. [continued] The post BYD Partners With Pilatus Motors To Launch Several Models In Zambia!

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Toyota chairman set to visit Hyundai in Korea: Is another EV partnership coming?

Electrek

Toyota’s former CEO and current chairman, Akio Toyoda, is heading to South Korea next month for a strategic meeting with Hyundai. With a private meeting scheduled between company chairpersons, is a new Toyota and Hyundai EV collaboration coming?

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Video Friday: Jumping Robot Leg, Walking Robot Table

Cars That Think

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. ICRA@40 : 23–26 September 2024, ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS IROS 2024 : 14–18 October 2024, ABU DHABI, UAE ICSR 2024 : 23–26 October 2024, ODENSE, DENMARK Cybathlon 2024 : 25–27 October 2024, ZURICH Enjoy today’s videos!

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Tesla is looking to sell its first virtual power plant

Electrek

In a surprising move, Tesla announced that it is looking to sell its very first virtual power plant, which is operating in South Australia.

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This Tesla Model Y Clone From Nio Might Be Even Better

InsideEVs

The Onvo L60 has a 900-volt platform, better efficiency and it’s more affordable than Tesla’s Model Y.

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This retro-futuristic Renault R17 EV restomod needs to go into production immediately [Video]

Electrek

French automaker Renault recently unveiled an all-electric restomod of its classic R17 model launched in 1971. Imagined through a collaboration with French designer Ora Ïto, this unique Renault EV is a home run blending of a classic past with the technology of the future, and it needs to go into production.

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Why EVs Are The Perfect Fleet Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

Being a pioneer can be fun and exciting. I mean, who doesn’t want to try something new? New technologies can bring not only novelty into our lives, but benefits (including cost savings). However, we have to remember that the historical pioneers who went west in covered wagons sometimes never made. [continued] The post Why EVs Are The Perfect Fleet Vehicles appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Final Conference Agenda for NEEVS

EV Club of CT

NorthEast Electric Vehicle Symposium Set for September 15th and 16th We thank our Gold Sponsor: BMW Sunday – EV Test Drives Sunday will feature test drives with 10 EV models: BMW i4, i5, iX Tesla.

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RadExpand 5 e-bike $1,299, Greenworks CrossoverZ mower $4,500, Anker SOLIX bundles $2,500 off with free gift, more

Electrek

Closing out this week’s Green Deals, we have new fall savings offers from Rad Power that has dropped the RadExpand 5 Folding e-bike to $1,299 , along with additional e-bike and battery discounts, as well as an accessory promotion on one of its newest micromobility models. We spotted the best deal yet of 2024 on Greenworks’ CrossoverZ 80V Electric Riding Mower that is down at $4,500.

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Rivian's Decision Not To Copy Tesla's Homework Was 'Very Intentional'

InsideEVs

CEO RJ Scaringe said that the automaker purposefully avoided copying Tesla's successful strategy to launch a mass-market EV.

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Chinese electric car giant BYD’s electric scooter patents might mean cheaper e-motorbikes

Electrek

BYD is no stranger to seated electric scooters, having already joined a partnership leveraging its batteries for Singapore-based Scorpio’s high-performance electric scooters. But the carmaker might be interested in producing its own electric motorbikes in house, as revealed by new patent drawings.

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Government of Canada Investments in Electric Vehicles

Plug N Drive

Everyone has a role to play in tackling climate change. The widespread shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is critical to decarbonizing on-road transportation, which accounts for 18 percent of Canada’s total greenhouse gas emissions — of which 50 percent is produced by light-duty vehicles (LDV), or passenger cars. In addition, clean fuels, such as clean hydrogen, advanced biofuels, liquid synthetic fuels and renewable natural gas, will play a critical role in hard to decarbonize sectors such as ind

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Velotric Fold 1 review: A 28 MPH folding e-bike that looks good and rides better!

Electrek

Velotric continues to impress me with each new launch, and the Velotric Fold 1 has no plans to ruin that streak. Having spent some solid saddle time with the bike now, I can tell you that this is one of the best electric folders out there right now for e-bike shoppers on a budget.

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Hyundai & IVECO Featuring “Revolutionary Electric Commercial Vehicle” at Coming IAA Show

CleanTechnica EVs

In a bit of a leak, we’ve caught word that Hyundai and IVECO Group are aiming to feature a “revolutionary electric commercial vehicle” at the coming IAA 2024 show in Hannover, Germany. We don’t have details yet, but we’ve got these summary points: Hyundai Motor Company leverages its global eLCV platform. [continued] The post Hyundai & IVECO Featuring “Revolutionary Electric Commercial Vehicle” at Coming IAA Show appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Leapmotor reveals key details of C10 electric SUV, expected to be one of lowest cost EVs

The Driven EV News

Chinese brand Leapmotor released specs of its C10 electric SUV, expected to be one of the most affordable EVs in the Australian market. The post Leapmotor reveals key details of C10 electric SUV, expected to be one of lowest cost EVs appeared first on The Driven.

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Kia Excited About Coming EV3

CleanTechnica EVs

It seems that we’ve had a few tiers of EV enthusiasm in the auto industry for the past decade or so. Naturally, you’ve got the very enthusiast EV-only leaders — Tesla, BYD, Rivian, NIO, Xpeng, Polestar, etc. On the other end, you’ve got the extreme foot draggers — Honda, Toyota, [continued] The post Kia Excited About Coming EV3 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Cybercab Robotaxi: Is This It?

InsideEVs

The bright yellow two-door allegedly has a Cybertruck-like rear light strip.

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Tesla Cybertruck Launch in Perth

CleanTechnica EVs

How far would you go to be part of a showroom launch and to view the Tesla Cybertruck? How about 3000 kilometres? My friends (Rado and Lawrence) flew from Brisbane to Perth with their partners to be part of the celebrations at the end of August. There had been rumours. [continued] The post Tesla Cybertruck Launch in Perth appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Jeep Is Desperate For A Turnaround

InsideEVs

Stellantis dealers are pissed about the automaker's failure to keep pace with the industry. Jeep's CEO has a plan to tackle that.

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