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BMW, Genesis, Lucid, and JLR gaining Tesla Supercharger access soon

Green Car Reports

A brace of luxury brands are slated to get Tesla Supercharger access soon. Tesla recently updated the NACS page on its website to show BMW, Genesis, Lucid, and JLR (incorporating Jaguar and Land Rover) on the "coming soon" list of automakers supporting the Tesla's Superchargers. Specific timing isn't listed, however. After Ford kicked things off.

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Asimov's Laws of Robotics Need an Update for AI

Cars That Think

In 1942, the legendary science fiction author Isaac Asimov introduced his Three Laws of Robotics in his short story Runaround.

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Audi confirms numerous PHEVs coming in 2025

Green Car Reports

Audi will launch more plug-in hybrids in the coming year, likely as a hedge against fluctuating EV sales. The automaker launched several new models in 2024, with a restructured lineup creating a sharper delineation between internal-combustion and electric vehicles. Audi will continue building out that lineup in 2025, but with plug-in hybrids.

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Typical EV Range Has More Than Tripled In 10 Years

InsideEVs

In 2024, the average electric car could travel 283 miles on a single charge.

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

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2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV gets price hike, more standard equipment

Green Car Reports

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV sees a small price increase for the new model year, but few other changes. After remaining unchanged for the 2024 model year, pricing for the entry-level rear-wheel drive EQS 450+ rises $850 to $106,400. All prices include a mandatory $1,150 destination charge that's unchanged for 2025. This single-motor version.

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Toyota the largest auto industry funder of climate deniers in US – report

Electrek

Toyota has been revealed as the largest auto industry funder of climate deniers in US Congress, according to a report released today by Public Citizen.

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Amazon places its largest-ever order for electric semi trucks

Electrek

Amazon is adding over 200 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric semi trucks to its fleet later this year its largest-ever order of electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs).

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The U.S. Had A Record Year For EV Sales In 2024. Here's How

InsideEVs

General Motors, Honda, Hyundai and Ford picked up the slack from Tesla and notched record years.

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Contrary to popular belief, EV sales grew more in 2024 than 2023 – report

Electrek

In 2024, the world sold 3.5 million more EVs than it did in the previous year, according to a new report by Rho Motion. This increase is larger than the 3.2 million increase in EV sales from the previous year meaning that EV sales arent just up, but that the rate of growth is itself increasing. However, an entire year of false political, media and industry statements might have had you thinking otherwise.

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Tesla Model Y 'Juniper' Is Going Into Production Today In Europe: Report

InsideEVs

Tesla is wasting no time trying to get out of last years sales dip.

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

Brief

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Tesla confirms starting production of new Model Y at Gigafactory Berlin

Electrek

Tesla has confirmed that it is starting production of the new Model Y with a refreshed design at Gigafactory Berlin, but it hasnt yet opened orders for it.

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Commercial & United States Postal Service (USPS) Electric Delivery Vans Spreading Out Across USA

CleanTechnica EVs

Two years ago this month, I saw my first Amazon Prime Rivian electric delivery van (lead figure of this article) just across my street. The driver said he loved the new van and was kind enough to pose for pictures and show me inside. He said Amazon already had ~100. [continued] The post Commercial & United States Postal Service (USPS) Electric Delivery Vans Spreading Out Across USA appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Amprius unveils high-power SiCore cell for EVs, drones, more

Electrek

Amprius Technologies just unveiled a new SiCore cell built on its Silicon Anode Platform that boosts battery performance for EVs, electric aviation, and drones.

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8 Effective Approaches & Solutions For Electrifying Your Home

CleanTechnica EVs

Electrifying your home involves shifting from fossil energy sources to more sustainable electric alternatives, as well as optimizing home energy usage and efficiency, all of which reduces your carbon footprint. As the urgency to adopt more sustainable living solutions grows in response to climate change, many homeowners (and renters) are. [continued] The post 8 Effective Approaches & Solutions For Electrifying Your Home appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Here are the top 10 best-selling EVs in the US of 2024

Electrek

With new EV models from virtually every brand rolling out, electric vehicle sales in the US reached a record 1.3 million last year. Teslas Model Y and Model 3 remained at the top, but new Honda and GM models quickly climbed the sales charts. Check out the top 10 best-selling EVs in the US for 2024 below.

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Did Aptera Make A Splash At CES?

CleanTechnica EVs

If youve been following Aptera at all, youve probably heard a lot of pessimism from mainstream EV fans and investors, while also hearing a lot of enthusiastic things from Aptera fans. Ive been on both sides of this myself. Initially, I was very excited about the vehicles planned unique features, [continued] The post Did Aptera Make A Splash At CES? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The Toyota BZ4X Was An Unexpected Sales Success In 2024

InsideEVs

Its twinthe Subaru Solterradid quite well too, despite both EVs having lackluster specs.

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Tesla Model Y became the best-selling car in China in 2024: report

Teslarati

Reports have emerged suggesting that the Tesla Model Y became the best-selling car in China for 2024, with sales reaching 480,309 units, as estimated by China EV DataTracker. Tesla China’s Model Y sales could accelerate this 2025 with the launch of the new Model Y “Juniper” update. Sales Surge in China: The Model Y’s sales in China grew by 5.24% from the previous year, totaling 480,309 units sold in 2024.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 fuels new EV export record with over 68,000 shipped in 2024

Electrek

Hyundai and Kia set a new record, shipping nearly 708,000 electrified cars from Korea in 2024. With over 68,000 exports, the IONIQ 5 was Hyundais hottest-selling EV overseas.

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RedNote (小红书) Shows The Looming Futility Of Banning Chinese EVs

CleanTechnica EVs

If youve been following me for a while, you might know that Im not the biggest fan of Chinas government. While nobodys government is perfect (especially the one I live under in the United States), the actions of the Communist Party are often inexcusable. From threatening to nuke neighbors to. [continued] The post RedNote () Shows The Looming Futility Of Banning Chinese EVs appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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No, EV Sales Didn't Slow or Fall Last Year

The Truth About Cars

With all the talk about automakers backstepping on aggressive EV plans, itd be easy to assume the market is tanking and that well all be driving our V8-powered family haulers off into the sunset. However, despite all the noise, EV sales grew by a few million units in 2024, faster than the year before. Ive been guilty of naysaying when it comes to electric vehicle sales, even as someone who studies and writes about the industry, so its not surprising to see that the public narrative around EVs is

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EV Sales In China Are Fabulous! EV Sales In China Are Awful! Pick One.

CleanTechnica EVs

If you are following the EV revolution in China, you can be forgiven if you are confused. The latest headline from the Associated Press says, “Chinas electric car sales grew in 2024 as sales of gasoline cars plunged.” The latest headline from CNBC says, “Chinas electric car boom is expected. [continued] The post EV Sales In China Are Fabulous!

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Report: Chrysler Pauses Development of Airflow Crossover

The Truth About Cars

Stellantis has reportedly informed suppliers that it has suspended the C6X development program. The codenamed project was assumed to yield a production version of the Chrysler Airflow concept. While Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell recently confirmed that the brand would be launching several new vehicles in the near future, expanding its modest lineup, learning that one of them may have been cancelled is somewhat disconcerting.

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Chinese researchers “hunt” Starlink satellites in simulation: report

Teslarati

Chinese researchers, taking cues from whale hunting behaviors, have simulated how they might approach and “hunt” SpaceX’s Starlink satellites that are already in orbit. The researchers’ paper, which was peer-reviewed, was published in the Chinese academic journal Systems Engineering and Electronics earlier this month. The news: A team from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics has published a study simulating how 99 Chinese satellites could track and approach

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Tesla Recalls Over 239,000 Vehicles for Potential Rearview Camera Image Defect

Green Fleet Magazine

The recall addresses a circuit board issue that may cause rearview camera failure, resolved with an OTA update or parts replacement if needed.

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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y top US EV sales in 2024: Cox Automotive

Teslarati

The Tesla Model Y and Model 3 dominated the U.S. electric vehicle market in 2024, as per Cox Automotive data. Interestingly enough, the Tesla Cybertruck also made a strong entry into the U.S.’ top EV ranks despite its premium price. Driving the news: In 2024, Tesla saw its U.S. sales drop by over 37,000 units compared to the previous year, Cox estimated.

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Re-X Before Recycling Prize To Extend the Lifetimes of Manufactured Products

CleanTechnica EVs

Ten teams receive a collective $1.5 million and Phase 3 opens to returning competitors. Latest Announcement The U.S. Department of Energys (DOEs) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO) today announced the Phase 2 winners of theRe-X Before Recycling Prize, a competition to identify, prepare, and develop innovative ways to. [continued] The post Re-X Before Recycling Prize To Extend the Lifetimes of Manufactured Products appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Sweden Superchargers flourish despite strikes

Teslarati

Tesla Sweden Superchargers are flourishing despite the ongoing IF Metall’s strike and blockades against the company. According to TSLA investor @NicklasNilsso14 , Tesla continues to improve and expand its Supercharger facilities in Sweden. Recently, Tesla updated a few V3 Tesla Supercharger stalls with V4 stalls. Tesla has also managed to start building its first Supercharger with a solar roof.

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New Škoda Enyaq Revealed

CleanTechnica EVs

In the US, electric vehicle news tends to be about Tesla, Chevy, Ford, Rivian, etc., and recently because BYD has made and sold so many EVs, there has been more attention on the Chinese competition. Zach has been diligently writing about Xiaomi, Zeeker, Xpeng, and some others which counters the. [continued] The post New koda Enyaq Revealed appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla builds first Model Y ‘Juniper’ at Giga Berlin

Teslarati

Tesla has built the first Model Y “Juniper” at Gigafactory Berlin, employees at the plant say. The vehicle will stay within the factory and will be signed by the 12,000 Tesla workers who are employed at the plant. Tesla launched an all-new Model Y design last Thursday that was available for China and Australia, as well as other surrounding markets.

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Bugs Squashed: Dodge and Jeep Ship First EVs After Software Fixes

The Truth About Cars

Stellantis recently had to delay the launches of new EVs from Jeep and Dodge due to software problems. The automaker appears to have squashed whatever bugs it found, however, as the first shipment of Dodge Charger Daytonas and Jeep Wagoneer S EVs are on their way to dealers' lots, though the earliest arrivals will be from Dodge. Dodge CEO Matt McAlear and Bob Broderdorf, head of Jeep, confirmed the development, though the Wagoneer S is taking longer to arrive due to having to clear and ship from

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Subaru Solterra powers up at the world’s most remote public EV charger [Video]

Electrek

EVs need a place to charge, even in the most remote areas. Subaru helped install a public EV charging station in the remotest place in the world. To test it out, the Subaru Solterra was shipped to the island of St Helena. Check out the video below.

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Tesla China sees 7,800 new vehicle registrations in 2025’s second week

Teslarati

Tesla Chinas new vehicle registrations rose in the previous week, though the volume of the companys registrations suggests that the electric vehicle maker is likely focusing on exporting vehicles to foreign markets. The results: During the week of January 6-12, 2025, Tesla China saw 7,800 new vehicle registrations. For comparison, Tesla China saw 5,500 registrations in the week of December 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025.

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Chrysler’s electric crossover may be a pipe dream after all

Electrek

If you are waiting on an EV from Chrysler , youll have to wait a little longer. The company is adjusting plans. Chryslers long-awaited electric crossover is officially on hold after an email leaked notifying suppliers of the changes. Heres what to expect now.