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Elon Can’t Save Tesla By Leaving Washington

CleanTechnica EVs

With Teslas disastrous quarterly results, its pretty clear that the company is actually in trouble. Despite years of poor product decisions (the Cybertruck is stacking up on Tesla property due to lack of buyerssomething we warned you about in 2019), the companys good decisions on things like powertrains, reliable charging, [continued] The post Elon Cant Save Tesla By Leaving Washington appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Here’s some of the coolest, sleekest (and furriest) EV tech we saw at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show

Electrek

As weve been briefly mentioning the past month or so, we got an opportunity to attend the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show in you guessed it, Shanghai. Aside from taking place in an event center larger than many cities in the US, this annual event featured some of the most advanced tech weve ever seen and a glimpse into the future of electric mobility, as well as some of the strangest yet entertaining design and presentation.

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Top 7 Stories in the Cleantech Revolution

CleanTechnica EVs

It’s been a busy month, and a busy year. We’ve had some great cleantech news, but also some challenging news. Below are 7 top stories to highlight this week, as well as another 20 honorable mentions. California AB 942. Ugh. This is why we can’t have nice things. California is. [continued] The post Top 7 Stories in the Cleantech Revolution appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Video Friday: High Mobility Logistics

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. ICUAS 2025 : 1417 May 2025, CHARLOTTE, NC ICRA 2025 : 1923 May 2025, ATLANTA, GA London Humanoids Summit : 2930 May 2025, LONDON IEEE RCAR 2025 : 16 June 2025, TOYAMA, JAPAN 2025 Energy Drone & Robotics Summit : 1618 June 2025, HOUSTON, TX RSS 2025 :

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

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Riding On The Freebee: Public Transportation Can Be Electrifying

CleanTechnica EVs

When we moved to our retirement home, hubby and I decided we could make do with one vehicle. Most of our appointments can be synced, and, as were both freelancers, the need to commute has vanished. That being said, there are the rare occasions where life interferes and we have. [continued] The post Riding On The Freebee: Public Transportation Can Be Electrifying appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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3D satellite monitoring can help protect Earth’s forests from climate change

Innovation News Network

A 3D satellite monitoring system developed by British academics and engineers is set to become the first in the world to measure the condition of the Earths forests from space. The 3D satellite will be crucial in helping us understand how tropical forests are changing so we can protect future generations from climate breakdown and […] The post 3D satellite monitoring can help protect Earths forests from climate change appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Podcast: Electrek at Shanghai Auto Show, Tesla earnings, Slate cheap EV pickup unveiled, and more

Electrek

In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this weeks episode,we discuss Electrek seeing a ton of cool EVs at the Shanghai Auto Show, Teslas disastrous earnings, Slates cheap EV pickup being unveiled, and more. Todays episode is brought to you by retrospecmakers of sleek, powerful e-bikes and outdoor gear built for everyday adventure.

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Should Workplace EV Charging Be Available?

CleanTechnica EVs

A recent discussion paper by the Electric Vehicle Council has provoked conversations around workplace EV charging. If employees have electric vehicles, could workplace EV charging be used as an incentive — to return to the office, to headhunt talent, as an added bonus, etc.? What might be the issues? Bear. [continued] The post Should Workplace EV Charging Be Available?

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Tesla Takedown group takes victory lap and aims for Starlink and SpaceX

Teslarati

The Tesla Takedown movement has taken a victory lap following the release of the electric vehicle makers first quarter 2025 earnings. With the group feeling encouraged by its results with the EV maker, Tesla Takedown is now setting its sights at Elon Musks other ventures, such as Starlink and SpaceX. Because high-speed and reliable satellite internet for people in remote areas and the most affordable spaceflight provider for the United States need to be damaged, it seems.

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Transferring Tesla FSD Is Back! What Does This Mean?

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla is doing it again. If you have a Tesla with Full Self Driving (FSD), you can now (again) buy a new Tesla and have it transferred to that new car. Originally, after customers begged for this for years, Elon Musk conceded and agreed to let Tesla owners who had. [continued] The post Transferring Tesla FSD Is Back! What Does This Mean? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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BYD profit surges 100.4% as smart EVs drive growth

Teslarati

Chinas leading automaker, BYD, reported a 100.4% profit surge in the first quarter, partly driven by its smart electric vehicle (EV) features. BYD’s net profit reached 9.2 billion yuan ($1.26 billion), exceeding the companys earlier forecast of RMB 8.5 billion ($1.1 billion) to RMB 10 billion ($1.3 billion), according to a Friday stock filing.

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E-Bikes Would Be The Best Vehicle To Take Through A Stargate

CleanTechnica EVs

Today, were going to take a trip through the Stargate, a really cool plot device in a fictional universe now owned by Amazon. But, for readers who are super serious (and fellow writers who have wooden objects lodged in the worst places), Im going to promise right now that well. [continued] The post E-Bikes Would Be The Best Vehicle To Take Through A Stargate appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla robotaxi test details shared in recent report: 300 operators, safety tests, and more

Teslarati

During the Q1 2025 earnings call, Tesla executives reiterated the idea that the company will be launching a dedicated robotaxi service using its Full Self Driving (FSD) Unsupervised system this coming June. A recent report from Insider , citing people reportedly familiar with the matter, has now provided a number of details about the preparations that Tesla has been making as it approaches its June target date.

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Shift aside Range Rover, look out Rolls-Royce: Zeekr 9X is China’s new uber SUV, complete with 42,242 laser engravings

EV Central

The Chinese newcomer Zeekr has used the Shanghai motor show to reveal its uber-luxury 9X, signalling the brands intent to head seriously upmarket. The latest model from the brand that arrived in Australia in 2024, it also teams supercar acceleration with bespoke luxury attention to detail and a groundbreaking new plug-in hybrid drivetrain. The Geely-owned brand unveiled the opulent large SUV as a signal to the likes of Range Rover and even Rolls-Royce that it plans to tread on their rarefied tur

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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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T-Mobile cuts Starlink Cellular service price, eyes broader access

Teslarati

T-Mobile cut the price of its Starlink cellular service to $10 per month as it gears up for a July launch and aims to broaden access. The carrier also seeks FCC approval to extend Starlink cellular service to legacy devices, citing life-saving potential. After gauging the incredible response from customersincluding broader than expected interest from competitors customersweve set our final launch pricing for T-Satellite at just $10 a month, T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert said during a Thursday earnin

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Used Car of the Day: 1999 Jaguar XK8 Convertible

The Truth About Cars

Today we bring you a convertible in honor of spring. A 1999 Jaguar XK8 convertible, to be precise. I've always though the XK8 is a gorgeous car -- though I prefer the coupe -- and this one seems to be in great shape and well-maintained. It's been owned by the same person for close to 25 years. If this one tickles your Jaguar fancy, and if aging British electronics don't scare you off, you can find it for $6,500 in Kentucky.

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Wheel-E Podcast: Tenways cargo e-bike, Lime mopeds, EUCs, more

Electrek

This week on Electrek sWheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new cargo e-bike launch from Tenways, Lime bringing its new e-bike and e-moped to its larger fleets, testing a 100 mile e-bike, Californias e-bike vouchers are set to open again in another lottery round, a new electric unicycle from InMotion, and more.

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Rare Rides Icons: The Cadillac Eldorado, Distinctly Luxurious (Part LVI)

The Truth About Cars

In 1971 the Cadillac product lineup featured all-new styling, as the brand exited its era of clean lines and minimized chrome ornamentation. As we reviewed in our last installment , weight, cubic inches, and length measurements all ballooned over where they were the prior decade. At the same time, emphasis on build quality and brand differentiation within the GM portfolio began to decline.

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Atty who refused to charge six-time Tesla vandal sparks controversy

Teslarati

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty, who made the decision not to charge 33-year-old vandal Dylan Bryan Adams after he keyed six Teslas around Minneapolis last month, has found herself in the middle of controversy. The controversy came amidst her decision to press charges against a 19-year-old first-time vandal who keyed one vehicle at the White Castle in Brooklyn Park.

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Stellantis and Factorial Plan a "Quasi-Solid" Electrolyte Battery By 2027

The Truth About Cars

Dodges electric Charger Daytona hasnt been the immediate sales success the automaker needed, but the car is scheduled to get an innovative new battery system that could change its fortunes. Dodges parent company, Stellantis, recently announced a new partnership with Factorial that will bring solid-state batteries to the car as early as 2027. Solid-state EV batteries promise better energy density, a lighter weight, and a safer design, but manufacturers havent yet figured out how to produce them o

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OUKITEL P5000 5,120Wh power station at exclusive $1,299, ENGWE e-bikes up to $850 off, Jackery Explorer 100 plus, Rad Power, more

Electrek

Were ending this weeks Green Deals with savings on various power stations and e-bikes, headlined by the exclusive $1,700 in savings we secured on the monstrous OUKITEL ABEARL P5000 Portable Power Station with a 5,120Wh LiFePO4 capacity at $1,299. Theres also ENGWEs 11th Anniversary Sale that is offering up to $850 off single and dual e-bike offers, like the L20 2.0 Utility e-bike that is down at $749.

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Honda Announces a Pair of Jointly-Developed EVs for China

The Truth About Cars

Honda only has one EV on sale in the U.S. right now, and its built by General Motors. Despite that, the automaker is working with partners in other countries to produce a range of electric models that may never make their way to the States. The latest is the Honda GT, a sleek electric sedan produced by GAC Honda and Dongfeng Honda for the Chinese market.

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The Tesla (TSLA) dilemma: company is cooked with Musk, but stock crashes without him

Electrek

Tesla currently finds itself in quite a dilemma: the companys core business is in free fall, with Elon Musk at the helm. However, now that Teslas stock is firmly in the meme stock category, it would likely crash without him pumping it.

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Cadillac Confirms the 2026 Optiq-V Performance EV

The Truth About Cars

While some automakers backed off performance vehicles as they transitioned to a more EV-heavy fleet, Cadillac remained committed to speed with its V-branded vehicles. The brand recently confirmed that its electric Optiq SUV will be the next to wear the V badge, arriving in 2026 as the new Optiq-V. The Optiq is Cadillacs smallest electric crossover, slotting below the Escalade IQ, Lyriq, and upcoming Vistiq.

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Bezos-backed Slate Auto unveils budget-friendly electric pickup

Electric Cars Report

Electric vehicle startup Slate Auto officially burst onto the scene, unveiling its compact electric pickup truck. And the buzz is real, especially with a name like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos reportedly backing them. The post Bezos-backed Slate Auto unveils budget-friendly electric pickup appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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QOTD: Do You Give Up Data Privacy Just By Driving Your Car In Public?

The Truth About Cars

General Motors is arguing that it can sell your data because you drive your car in public. Yes, seriously. Now, I am not a lawyer, but I occasionally pretend to be one to win an argument. Putting on my pretend lawyer hat, I think GM's argument is ridiculous. I do understand that once we step out into public, we don't really have a reasonable expectation of privacy.

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Waymo founder: Tesla hoped to compete with Waymo, but failed utterly and completely for 10 yrs

Electrek

John Krafcik, Waymo founder and former CEO, clapped back at Tesla CEO Elon Musk after his comments on Waymo at Teslas earnings earlier this week. He brought a little dose of reality to Musks delusions.

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Slate Electric Pickup Truck Is The Anti-Cybertruck

CleanTechnica EVs

The new electric pickup truck from Slate is a complete departure from what we have come to expect of a pickup. The post Slate Electric Pickup Truck Is The Anti-Cybertruck appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Critical Action Alert: Clean Vehicle Rules Under Attack

Green Energy Consumers

Automakers and the fossil fuel lobby have been campaigning across the country to undermine, delay, or destroy key regulations to reduce pollution from vehicles. In the next few days, its critical we all take action to defend these regulations to protect public health and fight climate change. We don't mean two weeks from now. We mean now. In this blogpost, well cover how to take two actions (each will only take 3 minutes!

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52% Plugin Vehicle Market Share In China — March 2025 Sales Report

CleanTechnica EVs

BEVs represented over a third of the total Chinese car market in March. March signals the end of the low season in the Chinese EV market due to the timing of the New Year celebrations. This year, plugins scored almost a million units in the last month of the. [continued] The post 52% Plugin Vehicle Market Share In China March 2025 Sales Report appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Cybertruck Demand Is Way Below Its Annual Production Capacity

InsideEVs

Model S and X sales have also tanked.

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San Francisco just joined the curbside EV charger movement

Electrek

San Francisco and it's electric is officially marking the installation of the city's first curbside EV chargers today in a new pilot program.

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The Slate Online Configurator Is Up. Build Your Perfect Cheap Truck

InsideEVs

There are options and customizations galore, but prices are still unknown.

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Tesla (TSLA) brings back FSD transfer, offers $2,000 loyalty discount amid demand crisis

Electrek

Tesla (TSLA) is reintroducing Full Self-Driving (FSD) transfers and offering $2,000 loyalty discounts on the new Model Y to existing owners amid a demand surge.

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