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Report: Toyota might start EV production in Kentucky in 2025

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Toyota could start building electric cars in Kentucky as soon as 2025 by updating an existing factory, Nikkei reported Tuesday. The move could allow Toyota vehicles to qualify for the $7,500 federal tax credit under new rules, instituted under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), requiring North American assembly of vehicles and battery packs.

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GlobalData: Hydrogen market growth to surge in 2023 despite slowing global economy

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Hydrogen development, given its application across various industries, is indispensable to attaining energy transition, meeting decarbonization goals, and positioning leading companies as market experts. In 2022, green hydrogen production capacity reached more than 109 kilotons per annum (ktpa) worldwide, representing 44% growth compared to 2021, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.

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VW sees EV efficiency gains from optimizing its own components

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As automakers look to boost EV efficiency, Volkswagen believes bringing development of more components in-house will lead to big gains. VW announced this strategy shift at its Tech Day 2023 event, claiming efficiency improvements of up to 20% by developing its own optimized components. "The Volkswagen Group and its brands stand for first-class.

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The Metals Company and Low Carbon Royalties form strategic partnership

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Deepsea mining company TMC The Metals Company ( earlier post ) announced a strategic partnership with Low Carbon Royalties Inc. to finance the development and production of low-carbon fuels and energy transition metals. TMC and LCR have agreed to a purchase and sale agreementwhereby LCR has acquired a 2.0% gross overriding royalty on any future revenue derived from TMC’s NORI area in the Clarion Clipperton Zone of the Pacific Ocean.

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

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Hina Battery becomes 1st battery maker to put sodium-ion batteries in EVs in China

CN EV Post

The unveiling of the Sehol E10X test vehicle means that sodium-ion batteries are starting to be used in passenger cars, after the new batteries were mainly used in electric two-wheelers and for energy storage. The post Hina Battery becomes 1st battery maker to put sodium-ion batteries in EVs in China appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Bentley ending production of iconic W12 engine with the most powerful version ever

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Bentley will cease production of its 12-cylinder gasoline engine in April 2024, by which time more than 100,000 examples of the iconic W12 will have been handcrafted in the company’s Dream Factory in Crewe, England. The decision comes as part of Bentley’s acceleration towards a sustainable future through its Beyond100 strategy which will see the company’s entire model line fully electrified by the start of the next decade, reducing fleet average emissions to 0 g/km CO 2.

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Hyundai 2023 IONIQ 6 EV to start at $41,600; 53 kWh pack option with 240-mile range

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Hyundai Motor America announced pricing, packaging and a 53-kWh battery pack option for the IONIQ 6 electric vehicle. Customers can select from two battery pack options, either 53 kWh or 77.4 kWh, and two motor layouts, either a rear motor only or both front and rear motors for all-wheel drive. The IONIQ 6 SE Standard Range with a 53-kWh battery pack has an MSRP of $41,600 ($42,715 including delivery) and will be available in limited quantities this summer; range is an estimated 240 miles.

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Tesla to announce move to new ‘California Engineering Headquarters’

Electrek

Tesla is set to announce a move to a new ‘California Engineering Headquarters’ in about an hour with both CEO Elon Musk and Governor Gavin Newsome participating in the announcement. more… The post Tesla to announce move to new ‘California Engineering Headquarters’ appeared first on Electrek.

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Nippon Steel to invest in Canadian coal company; steelmaking coal offtake agreement

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Nippon Steel Corporation and Canada-based Teck Resources Limited , the second largest producer of high-quality steelmaking coal in the world, have executed an investment agreement with certain other affiliates of each of Nippon Steel and Teck, pursuant to which Nippon Steel has agreed to acquire indirectly up to 10% of common shares, preferred shares and royalty interest in Elk Valley Resources Ltd.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 price, Toyota US-made EVs, VW efficiency gains: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Toyota might opt for U.S. EV production in Kentucky. VW is keeping EV components in-house so it can optimize them for efficiency. And the Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets priced in the same range as the Model 3. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan has a price tag for the U.S., and it sets the 361-mile version that.

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

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Volvo Penta launches the D17, its most powerful genset engine

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Volvo Penta has expanded its genset range and launched its most powerful engine to date with the introduction of the D17. The new power generation 17-liter engine delivers exceptional power-to-weight ratio from the same footprint as the proven, compact D16. The D17 offers up to 5% less fuel consumption per kWh than its lower-displacement D16 sibling.

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Mercedes-Benz previews its operating system MB.OS

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Mercedes-Benz detailed its plans as the architect of its own operating system MB.OS, which will be introduced mid-decade with the new MMA platform (Mercedes Modular Architecture). MB.OS is designed and developed in-house to retain full control over the customer relationship, ensure data privacy, and to leverage the unique integration of all car functions.

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MP Materials and Sumitomo to strengthen rare earth supply in Japan

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US-based MP Materials Corp. and Sumitomo Corporation announced an agreement to diversify and strengthen rare earth supplies in Japan. Under the agreement, SC will serve as the exclusive distributor of NdPr oxide produced by MP Materials to Japanese customers. Further, the companies will collaborate on the supply of rare earth metals and other products.

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NIO Q4 earnings preview: Will cloudy skies last until summer?

CN EV Post

Deutsche Bank's Edison Yu's team thinks NIO's performance will improve significantly in the second half of the year, but there's a big "IF" in it. The post NIO Q4 earnings preview: Will cloudy skies last until summer? appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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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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VOLVO CE expands mid-size electric offering with L120H electric conversion

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Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has developed a solution to convert the L120 wheel loader to electric, fulfilling market appetite for more sustainable solutions in the mid-size range. Developed in conjunction with partners—Parker Hannifin and converted by Volvo Group’s own CE Engineering Solutions—the 20-ton L120H Electric Conversion will be commercially available for selected customers in Europe during 2023.

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Magna Expands In Ontario To Support F-150 Lightning & Other Future EV Production

CleanTechnica EVs

When it comes to automotive production, the automaker’s factories themselves tend to get a lot of the attention. Every automaker has a few large, well-known factories that produce the majority of their vehicles.

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Shell completes acquisition of largest producer of RNG in Europe

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Shell Petroleum NV, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell plc (Shell), has completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Nature Energy Biogas A/S (Nature Energy). By purchasing the shares in Nature Energy, Shell has acquired the largest producer of renewable natural gas (RNG) in Europe, its portfolio of operating plants, associated feedstock supply and infrastructure, its pipeline of growth projects and its in-house expertise in the design, construction, and operation of innovative and differe

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Ford Engineers Discover Best Way To Improve EV Range While Ensuring Drivers And Passengers Stay Warm

Electric Cars Report

What is the most energy-efficient way to stay warm? As the cost of heating our homes rises, it is a question on many people’s minds. Ford engineers were tasked with answering the same question as part of a project to help improve electric vehicle range. When it comes to heating electric vehicles, warm air can […] The post Ford Engineers Discover Best Way To Improve EV Range While Ensuring Drivers And Passengers Stay Warm appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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BMW Group to source lower CO2 aluminum from Rio Tinto in Canada from 2024

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The BMW Group intends to source aluminum with significantly reduced CO 2 emissions from Rio Tinto’s hydro-powered operations in Canada starting in 2024 and has signed a memorandum of understanding to this effect. Compared to conventionally manufactured aluminum, this approach can save around 70% of CO 2 emissions. The planned supply volumes will be used exclusively in vehicle production at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina, in body components such as the hood, for example.

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SEAT kicks off electrification journey as it celebrates 30th anniversary of Martorell site

Electric Cars Report

Thirty years ago today, the SEAT S.A. factory in Martorell was inaugurated. The anniversary coincides with the beginning of the company’s biggest transformation ever, with a total investment of three billion euros. This transition from combustion to electrification will involve all areas: research and development, production and logistics, commercial and people and organisation.

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Tesla Model 3 fleet cost efficiency to be tested by City of Venice

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The City of Venice, Florida, recently purchased three Tesla Model 3 units and will test the fleet of all-electric sedans to see if they are effective tools in reducing the cost of operating multiple vehicles for government purposes. The Model 3s will be utilized in three Venice government branches: one in the Utilities division, one in the Building division, and another has already been outfitted as a Police Cruiser and will be used for patrol in the Venice Police Department.

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Ford, LGES and Koc Holding partner for battery cell plant in Turkey

Electric Cars Report

Ford Motor Company, LG Energy Solution and Koç Holding announced a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a new joint venture subject to final agreement by all the parties to create one of Europe’s largest commercial electric vehicle battery cell facilities near Ankara, Turkey, strengthening the foundation for Ford’s electric future in Europe.

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Li Auto Q4 earnings preview: Solid results expected with potential margin upside

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Deutsche Bank believes the true test for Li Auto will come in the second half of the year. The post Li Auto Q4 earnings preview: Solid results expected with potential margin upside appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Want An Electric Car? Do It Yourself

CleanTechnica EVs

Australian culture encourages the vision of the bronzed, sporty Aussie male who can fix anything, build anything, without instructions, and while drinking a beer. Do It Yourself! I’m afraid I don’t really fit that mould, and most Australians don’t. It is a myth perpetuated by self-serving advertisers.

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NIO sees milestone of 10,000th battery swap completed in Europe

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NIO now has 11 battery swap stations in Europe, with six more to open soon. The post NIO sees milestone of 10,000th battery swap completed in Europe appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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How ChatGPT Could Revolutionize Academia

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OpenAI in November launched ChatGPT , one of the most significant real-world applications of artificial intelligence to date. The tool allows its users to quickly generate sophisticated textual content that is uniquely constructed. Such content, therefore, likely can avoid detection by traditional plagiarism tools—which creates a concern for universities about how to assess students’ learning and skill development.

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Tesla Cybertruck sightings continue, this time with better look at air suspension

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Tesla Cybertruck sightings are continuing, and a video of the all-electric pickup released today gives a much better look at the vehicle’s air suspension. Last night, a video of the Cybertruck rolling around Gigafactory Texas was shared, showing off its air suspension at what people said was its maximum ride height. However, it was very unclear and grainy , so it didn’t necessarily give a great look at what the Cybertruck will look like when utilizing its air suspension.

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Baojun Yep Electric SUV Leaked, Is It China's Coolest Mini EV Yet?

InsideEVs

The tiny EV built by the SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture will debut at the Shanghai Auto Show in April before launching in China in May.

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Electric truck startup Atlis Motor Vehicles demonstrates megawatt charging

Teslarati

Atlis Motor Vehicles, an electric truck startup, has posted a video online demonstrating its megawatt charging technology on its new EV charger. As electric vehicles have gained prominence in recent years, more and more emphasis has been placed on the charging speed of the vehicles and chargers that owners interact with. A faster charging time limits downtime during long road trips and allows more vehicles to be charged by a charger throughout the day.

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Tesla Denies Union-Busting Allegations

CleanTechnica EVs

A few days ago, news outlets reported that Tesla employees in Buffalo, New York, accused the company of firing them for trying to start a union. In response, the company published a blog post denying the allegations. Let’s take a look at what happened.

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Enjoy 18W USB-C, more with the foldable ROCKPALS 100W solar panel at $140 in New Green Deals

Electrek

Are you planning a spring camp-out with the family? Well, bring the along for the ride. It has the ability to recharge portable power stations as well as deliver 24W USB-A and 18W USB-C to smartphones without any external controllers or adapters. Right now, it’s on sale for $140 which saves $90 from its typical $230 going rate, marking the best price that we’ve seen since early December.

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Tesla Has More “Buys” On Wall Street Than Ever

CleanTechnica EVs

In recent months, Tesla’s stock has seen new upticks from a tough 2022. As shareholders pick up significantly more of Tesla’s shares, the company currently has more support from Wall Street analysts than ever with a similar uptick in “Buy” ratings.

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Stellantis says it’s ready for North American EV transformation after EU success, starting with Ram

Electrek

After releasing an unexpectedly strong earnings report Wednesday on the heels of climbing EV momentum, Stellantis says it’s ready to do the same in North America, starting with the Ram and Jeep brands. more… The post Stellantis says it’s ready for North American EV transformation after EU success, starting with Ram appeared first on Electrek.

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Lucid stock (LCID) drops after Q4 revenue falls short of expectations

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Lucid shares ( NASDAQ:LCID ) fell over 9% on Wednesday after-hours after the electric vehicle maker reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 results. The luxury electric vehicle maker missed Wall Street’s revenue forecast, and its 2023 guidance for vehicle production was conservative. Lucid’s Q4 2022 revenue was listed at $257.7 million, and annual revenue was listed at $608.2 million.