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CATL launches superfast charging LFP battery Shenxing; mass production by end of year

Green Car Congress

CATL introduced Shenxing, the first 4C superfast charging LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery, capable of delivering 400 km (249 miles) of driving range with a 10-minute charge as well as a range of more than 700 km (435 miles) on a single full charge. CATL expects Shenxing to alleviate fast charging anxiety for EV users, and open up an era of EV superfast charging.

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Dual-Motor Rivian R1S, R1T earn up to 352-mile EPA range

Green Car Reports

Official EPA range ratings for Dual-Motor versions of the Rivian R1S electric SUV and R1T electric pickup truck are in—with both models maxing out at 352 miles. The maximum range rating is achieved with the 135-kwh Large Pack and 21-inch wheels. Opting for 22-inch wheels drops range to 341 miles for both the R1S and R1T. Either way, that.

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Rheinmetall wins three-digit million-euro order to supply structural parts for premium automaker EV

Green Car Congress

Rheinmetall has won a automobile industry order for structural parts worth a figure in the low three-digit million euro range. Cast in a complex process, the parts will be used in a fully electric vehicle made by a well-known premium automaker. Starting in 2026 and for a period of ten years, lateral girders made by Rheinmetall will serve as lightweight structural parts for the customer’s fully electric high-performance models.

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2024 Acura ZDX EV debuts around $60,000, 325-mile range projected

Green Car Reports

Acura on Thursday officially revealed its first fully electric vehicle, the 2024 Acura ZDX. Initial specs show this inceptive EV effort for the Honda luxury and performance brand to enter the fast lane with some impressive specs, including up to 500 hp and a projected range up to 325 miles. If it feels like Acura already revealed the ZDX, it.

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GM invests in AI and battery materials company Mitra Chem; advanced iron-based CAMs

Green Car Congress

General Motors is leading a $60-million Series B financing round in Mitra Chem , a Silicon Valley-based, AI-enabled battery materials innovator. The company’s AI-powered platform and advanced research and development facility in Mountain View, California, will help accelerate GM’s commercialization of affordable electric vehicle batteries. GM and Mitra Chem will develop advanced iron-based cathode active materials (CAMs), such as lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), to power affordable and a

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Fisker Alaska: $45,000 US-made electric truck previewed

Green Car Reports

Fisker on Thursday revealed a full gallery of images of its upcoming Alaska electric pickup, along with a few new details for this eagerly anticipated and relatively affordable EV. As Fisker claimed at the product’s intro a couple weeks ago, as part of its Product Day, the Alaska will be both the world’s most sustainable pickup truck.

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Next-gen LFP battery tech for EVs adds 250 miles in 10 minutes

Green Car Reports

Chinese battery supplier CATL on Wednesday announced a new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that the company claims will enable super-fast charging. Called Shenxing, the new battery is scheduled to enter mass production later this year, according to a company press release. CATL claims it can recover 250 miles of range in just 10 minutes of.

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Occidental to acquire direct air capture technology company Carbon Engineering for $1.1B

Green Car Congress

Occidental announced that a wholly owned subsidiary— 1PointFive —has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire all the outstanding equity of Carbon Engineering Ltd. (CE) for total cash consideration of approximately $1.1 billion, to be made in three approximately equivalent annual payments, with the first at closing. This transaction is expected to close before the end of 2023, subject to Canadian court reviews, Canadian and US regulatory approvals and other customary c

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Rivian Dual-Motor range, Fisker Alaska preview, CATL boosts LFP charging: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Rivian tops 350 miles of range with its middle of three battery packs. Fisker provides a bit more about its $45,000 Alaska electric pickup. And CATL makes its LFP battery tech more cold-weather savvy. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Fisker sees its upcoming $45,400 Alaska electric truck as its “everything” vehicle, but it.

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Eaton changes the name of its Vehicle Group and eMobility businesses to the Mobility Group; serving mixed ICE, electrified market

Green Car Congress

Eaton has renamed its Vehicle Group and eMobility businesses to the Mobility Group. The Mobility Group represents the company’s focus on providing solutions across the propulsion spectrum and meeting the evolving needs of its customers from internal combustion to electrified or a combination of both. Our new name, Mobility Group, leverages our 100-plus years of diverse experience in the vehicle space and Eaton’s extensive electrical background at a time when the industry is quickly becoming a mi

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

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Ford and SK announce new massive battery cathode factory in Quebec’s battery valley

Electrek

Ford and SK, a Korean battery manufacturer, have announced a plan to build a new $1.2 billion battery cathode factory in Becancour, known as Quebec’s battery valley. more… The post Ford and SK announce new massive battery cathode factory in Quebec’s battery valley appeared first on Electrek.

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J.D. Power: public charging issues may short-circuit EV growth; Volta, Tesla Supercharger rank highest in respective segments

Green Car Congress

While automakers continue to introduce new electric vehicles (EVs) and experience growth in market share, the beleaguered public vehicle charging infrastructure has not kept pace. If anything, it is falling further behind. The recent move to open Tesla Superchargers to non-Tesla owners could improve the situation, but such effort might not be the answer that some suggest, as overall satisfaction continues to decline, according to the J.D.

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Tesla Cybertruck Spotted On Transport Rig With Crash Test Markings

InsideEVs

The all-electric pickup has a handwritten note on one of its windows that says, “Completed Crash Ready.

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NaaS teams up with Hyundai China to boost EV charging services and business ventures

Green Car Congress

China-based NaaS , an EV charging service company, is partnering with Hyundai Motor Group (China), to develop efficient charging management services for Hyundai car owners. The two parties will empower potential EV charging businesses via partnership. The partnership have made an order management service for charging and charger installation to be equipped with Hyundai models.

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

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See Tesla Cybertruck Make A U-Turn, Put Its Rear-Wheel Steering To Good Use

InsideEVs

A drone video shows the impressive turning radius of the all-electric pickup.

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DOE VTO awarding $3.6M to 6 projects to commercialize lab-developed clean transportation technologies

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) is awarding $3.6 million, with an industry match of $3.6 million, to six projects selected from the Base Annual Appropriations Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF). The TCF is administered by the Office of Technology Transitions (OTT). With this funding, industry and DOE national laboratories will partner to advance lab-developed clean transportation technologies towards commercialization in technology areas, including vehi

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Jaguar is scrapping the I-Pace as part of its EV revamp, electric 4-door GT due 2024

Electrek

As Jaguar revamps its lineup to prepare for the electric future, the I-Pace will reportedly be left behind. Jaguar’s new CEO is taking the British luxury automaker in a different direction, with its first next-generation EV, a four-door GT, due out in 2024. more… The post Jaguar is scrapping the I-Pace as part of its EV revamp, electric 4-door GT due 2024 appeared first on Electrek.

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Horizon Robotics partners with Aptiv and Wind River to advance development of automated driving in China

Green Car Congress

Horizon Robotics , a leading provider of energy-efficient computing solutions for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) in consumer vehicles, has formed a strategic partnership with Aptiv PLC and its subsidiary Wind River in China. (Aptiv acquired Wind River in 2022.) Aptiv is a global technology company focused on making mobility safer, greener and more connected; Wind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems.

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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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ONE Aries II LFP Battery Almost Hits Energy Density Parity With NCM

InsideEVs

The Aries II battery is expected to enter production in late 2024 and provide more than 350 miles of range to a typical passenger EV.

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Tesla wants to launch an in-house rental service

Electrek

Tesla is hiring to launch a new in-house “Tesla Rental Program” with a pilot program coming to collision centers in Texas. more… The post Tesla wants to launch an in-house rental service appeared first on Electrek.

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Fisker Alaska Electric Truck Revealed With 340-Mile Range, $45,400 Price

InsideEVs

The brand claims the electric truck will be the lightest and the world’s most sustainable.

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Top 10 EV makers Q2 2023: Tesla first, BYD second, but third may surprise you

Electrek

As automakers battle for market share in the new electric era, a few stand out among the crowd. Namely, Tesla maintained its status as the world’s largest EV maker in Q2, with BYD closing the gap. Meanwhile, the third largest EV maker may surprise you. See who else made the list below. more… The post Top 10 EV makers Q2 2023: Tesla first, BYD second, but third may surprise you appeared first on Electrek.

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Ford Patents In-Road Wireless Charging Tech For EVs

InsideEVs

The document proposes embedding coils in the road surface, which send power wirelessly to EVs while driving.

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Toyota’s electric bZ4X is now cheaper to lease than the Hybrid Camry

Electrek

If you’re deciding between an electric or hybrid Toyota, the bZ4X EV may offer a better value. Despite its higher MSRP, the all-electric bZ4X is now cheaper to lease than the Toyota Hybrid Camry. more… The post Toyota’s electric bZ4X is now cheaper to lease than the Hybrid Camry appeared first on Electrek.

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Estimated Tesla Order Backlog Barely Improved: 53,000 On July 31, 2023

InsideEVs

The shortest wait time for new cars is reported in the United States and Canada.

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The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD Is a Horse of a Different Feather

The Truth About Cars

The Ford Mustang has always been known for affordable -- or affordable-ish -- performance. The newest vehicle in the pony-car lineup will be priced not to compete with Camaros and Chargers but single-family homes. Meet the $300,000 Mustang -- the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD. This limited-edition Mustang is street-legal, though it has been designed in conjunction with the Mustang GT3 race car -- a car that is slated to run at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year.

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General Motors Pours Millions Into California Battery Start-Up Mitra Chem

InsideEVs

If successful, Mitra Chem’s LMFP solution could power GM EVs by the end of the decade.

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A Ship Carrying Electric Cars Is On Fire! We Must Run And Tell The King!!

CleanTechnica EVs

The press reported for weeks that a fire aboard a car carrier ship was caused by electric cars. It turns out, those reports were false.

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2024 Jeep Avenger locked in for Australia as Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6 rival squares up

EV Central

The Jeep Avenger will be the American brand’s first fully electrified SUV in Australia, with executives today confirming a 2024 launch date for the vaguely Marvel-themed SUV. It will give the American brand a key rival to models like the Tesla Model Y and the Kia EV6 — the latter of which is classed as a large SUV by Australia’s Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.

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2024 Acura ZDX EV Revealed With 325-Mile Range, $60K Starting Price

InsideEVs

And with a 500-horsepower Type S model atop the range, this is Acura’s most powerful SUV ever.

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All-Electric 2024 Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S Make Global Debut at Monterey Car Week

Electric Cars Report

Today marks the global debut of Acura’s first all-electric model – the new 2024 Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S. With an estimated 500 hp in the Type S model, ZDX delivers on Acura’s commitment to Precision Crafted Performance with dynamic styling, class-leading premium technology and an engaging driving experience. The ZDX A-Spec single-motor is […] The post All-Electric 2024 Acura ZDX and ZDX Type S Make Global Debut at Monterey Car Week appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Nissan delaying next-gen Frontier fuels mid-size EV pickup speculation

Electrek

After pulling the Titan full-size pickup from the US market, Nissan is banking on a segment it’s better positioned in with mid-size trucks. Amid Nissan’s next-gen Frontier delay, speculation is rising that it could reemerge as a mid-size EV pickup. more… The post Nissan delaying next-gen Frontier fuels mid-size EV pickup speculation appeared first on Electrek.

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Introducing the world’s first electric hyper Barchetta, B95, coachbuilt by Automobili Pininfarina

Electric Cars Report

Automobili Pininfarina opens an exciting new chapter in its history at Monterey Car Week with the introduction of the world’s first pure-electric, open top hyper Barchetta – the breathtaking new B95. The pure-electric hyper Barchetta is a design and technology masterpiece – the simplicity of its flowing open-topped bodywork contrasts with exquisite technical details to […] The post Introducing the world’s first electric hyper Barchetta, B95, coachbuilt by Automobili Pininfarina