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Ovako to inaugurate first plant to produce fossil-free hydrogen for heating steel before rolling

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Ovako, a European manufacturer of steel and one of the largest steel recyclers in the Nordic countries, is inaugurating the hydrogen plant at its Hofors mill. ( Earlier post.) Ovako’s hydrogen plant is the world’s first facility for producing fossil-free hydrogen to heat steel before rolling. This reduces emissions from this production step to nearly zero.

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2025 BMW EV will get this minimalist look, more range, faster charging

Green Car Reports

BMW at the Munich auto show has revealed its Vision Neue Klasse concept that shows off the design language of the automaker’s next-generation electric cars. While still a concept car, the Vision Neue Klasse is a next iteration of the i Vision Dee concept that bowed at CES in January. That model boasted what BMW called a “reductive.

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MINI will present two members of the new electric MINI family at IAA

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MINI will present two members of the new electric MINI family at IAA: the fifth generation MINI Cooper and the new MINI Countryman. In addition, the MINI Aceman will premiere in April 2024 as a crossover in the premium small car segment. The user experience advances with the MINI Operating System 9, which has been optimized for touch and voice control.

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VW ID.GTI Concept EV re-ups the fun compact car for the electric era

Green Car Reports

Volkswagen is bringing back its Golf GTI in electric form—with the ID.GTI Concept, which it declared “will be built as a usable sports car for the electric age.” Just as with the BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept that also made its debut this weekend at the Munich auto show, the ID.GTI Concept looks deep into the brand’s.

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

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Rheinmetall wins multimillion-euro order for fuel cell cathode flaps and shut-off valves

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Rheinmetall AG won a new order worth a figure in the lower two-digit million-euro range for cathode flaps and shut-off valves from one of Europe’s largest and most influential specialists for fuel cell applications in the heavy transport sector. Cathode flap In total, the Group has already won six series customers for cathode flaps, increasing the 2023 booked business in this product area to around €50 million.

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“Reckless:”BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail

The Driven EV News

BMW CEO Oliver Zipse said that Europe is leaving itself open to blackmail from resource suppliers by betting on electric mobility alone. The post “Reckless:”BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Model 3 Highland manual gear selector is in a unique place

Teslarati

An immediate observation that could be observed from the Tesla Model 3 Highland is the fact that the all-electric sedan no longer features any physical stalks. This means that just like the Model S and Model X, the Model 3’s gear shifts would mostly be done through its infotainment display. This is quite intuitive, of course, considering Tesla’s mastery of in-vehicle software.

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BMW unveils latest design concept BMW Vision Neue Klasse

Green Car Congress

With its latest design concept, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, the BMW Group is showcasing what the next generation of vehicles from its core BMW brand will look like. The Vision Vehicle will be unveiled for the first time in public at the IAA Mobility 2023 International Motor Show in Munich. In the interior, the next generation of BMW iDrive delivers a digital user experience that merges real and virtual worlds.

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The electric hot hatch is here: VW will electrify the GTI

Electrek

VW has shown an electric version of its classic GTI hot hatch. It’s just a concept so far, but VW says the all-electric ID. GTI is planned for eventual production. more… The post The electric hot hatch is here: VW will electrify the GTI appeared first on Electrek.

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HyMon researchers developing automated status monitoring for high-pressure hydrogen tanks

Green Car Congress

Regular maintenance of hydrogen high-pressure storage systems is mandatory to prevent hazardous situations from occurring. However, the tank inspection that is currently required every two years consists merely of an external visual inspection. Damage inside the tank cannot be detected using this conventional inspection method. In the joint research project HyMon , researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF are working with partners to develop

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

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Mercedes-Benz CLA concept is the long-range entry-level EV we’ve been waiting for

Electrek

The Tesla Model 3 is getting a new rival. After teasing us for the past few months, Mercedes-Benz unveiled its highly-anticipated CLA electric sedan concept at IAA Mobility on Sunday. The Mercedes CLA concept is the new “one-liter car” thanks to its advanced efficiency, enabling over 466 miles (750 km) WLTP range. It will be the first of the brand’s new entry-level EV class. more… The post Mercedes-Benz CLA concept is the long-range entry-level EV we’ve been waiting for appeared first on E

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Tesla Cybertruck video teases rear display, rear seats space

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It appears that Tesla is steadily rolling out a rear display for its lineup of vehicles. A few days ago, the electric vehicle maker took the wraps off the highly anticipated Model 3 Highland, and it included a rear display similar to the Model S and Model X. A recent video has now emerged indicating that the Cybertruck will have a similar feature. The short clip was shared with Teslarati by the Cybertruck Owners Club , which was fortunate enough to receive some behind-the-scenes video of what

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NIO Strong Sales Continued In August 2023

InsideEVs

The company delivered over 19,000 electric cars, almost reaching July's record.

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BMW unveils Vision Neue Klasse: Showcasing the brand’s high-tech, efficient future

Electrek

For over two years, BWW has been vowing to release a new class of high-tech vehicles with drastically improved efficiency. The company unveiled its “Vision Neue Klasse” for the first time on Saturday, giving us a glimpse into what the BMW brand will look like in the future. more… The post BMW unveils Vision Neue Klasse: Showcasing the brand’s high-tech, efficient future appeared first on Electrek.

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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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See Tesla Cybertruck Spotted Towing a Large Trailer

InsideEVs

Some of the first videos were captured using Rivian Drive Cam.

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Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in September 2023

Electrek

Here at Electrek we have spent countless hours undertaking detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through those thousands of miles of riding, we’ve gotten to know these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That dedication to real world e-bike testing has helped us find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget.

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Volkswagen ID. GTI Concept Revealed, Previews Future Electric Hot Hatch

InsideEVs

Based on the ID. 2all, it has retro gauges, black trim, and an AR windshield that displays race track layouts not unlike a video game.

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Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class: the electric future of desire

Electric Cars Report

The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class unveiled at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, Germany, offers a close-to-production insight into the upcoming family of vehicles that stands at the gateway to the brand. At the cusp of a new electric and digital age, this represents the company’s vision to elevate this important vehicle class, based on the […] The post Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class: the electric future of desire appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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US: Kia Sold Almost 2,500 EV6 In August 2023

InsideEVs

That's the best result in over a year.

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Cupra Born — European Hot Hatch

CleanTechnica EVs

A funny thing happened on the way to check out the BYD Dolphin — we almost tripped over the Cupra Born, a European hot hatch. Cupra is part of SEAT, which is owned by Volkswagen. It was the first display as we walked through the entrance to the Indooroopilly, Brisbane, shopping centre Auto Mall.

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2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron Interior Revealed With Front Passenger Display

InsideEVs

Audi's first EV based on the PPE platform co-developed with Porsche brims with technology inside.

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BMW Neue Klasse Concept Appears At IAA Show

CleanTechnica EVs

BMW will feature the Neue Klasse concept at this year's IAA show in Munich. Is it a hint of what an electric 3 Series sedan might look like?

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Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA-Class Revealed With EQXX Tech, 466-Mile WLTP Range

InsideEVs

The rear-drive electric car previews the first variant of the compact Mercedes Modular Architecture.

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‘Unparalleled performance’ shown off in InMotion’s new 68 MPH electric unicycle

Electrek

InMotion is known for its wide range of electric unicycles, a type of personal electric vehicle that looks foreign to many but is prized by the fiercely vocal electric unicycle market as an ultra-convenient ride. Now InMotion is taking on some of the highest power names in the game with the launch of its newest model, the Adventure. more… The post ‘Unparalleled performance’ shown off in InMotion’s new 68 MPH electric unicycle appeared first on Electrek.

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US: Mazda MX-30 Sales Fade While CX-90 PHEV Surged In August 2023

InsideEVs

The newly launched plug-in hybrid Mazda CX-90 noted a new record of 1,700 units.

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Unplugged Performance Reveals ‘Dark Knight’, a Carbon-Widebody Tesla Model S Plaid

Electric Cars Report

Unplugged Performance, renowned for pioneering high-performance Tesla upgrades, proudly reveals ‘Dark Knight’, the latest Model S-APEX Plaid from their “Complete Vehicle” program, a program that offers bespoke Tesla vehicles tailored to individual preferences and style. With options ranging from exterior colors, interior materials, suspension setups and special features, each car is transformed into a high-performance, […] The post Unplugged Performance Reveals ‘Dark Knight’, a Carbon-Wide

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The CUPRA DarkRebel show car makes its world debut at IAA 2023 in Munich

EV Specifications

As promised, the CUPRA DarkRebel show car debuted at the Volkswagen Group Night and will be presented to the public at the CUPRA Open Space at the IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, Germany (4–10 September). A sports car that pushes the boundaries of design and performance, it is the physical translation of the first car fully created in CUPRA's virtual space, for a future generation of drivers.

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Volkswagen ID GTI Concept Previews Future Electric Hot Hatch

Electric Cars Report

The Volkswagen brand is giving its electric offensive an additional boost: by 2027, Europe’s largest automotive manufacturer will launch eleven new all-electric models and thus offer the widest electric vehicle range of all manufacturers – from a compact car priced as less than 25,000 euros through to a family saloon. In the future, there will also […] The post Volkswagen ID GTI Concept Previews Future Electric Hot Hatch appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Volkswagen ID. GTI Concept based on the ID. 2all is showcased at IAA Mobility 2023

EV Specifications

By 2027, Volkswagen - Europe's largest automotive manufacturer - will launch eleven new all-electric models and thus offer the most comprehensive electric vehicle range of all manufacturers - from a compact car priced at less than 25,000 euros to a family saloon. The ID. GTI Concept show car presented for the first time at the IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich provides a concrete insight into how.

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Comment on Nio delivers 19,329 vehicles in Aug, down from Jul but 2nd-highest on record by nov22

CN EV Post

Nio's lower deliveries in August may be related to a brief production suspension of its F1 plant in late July through early August for upgrades.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA Class Concept EV debuts at IAA Mobility 2023

EV Specifications

At this year's IAA Mobility 2023, Mercedes-Benz demonstrates its Concept CLA Class EV. The close-to-production concept provides an insight into the upcoming family of vehicles based on the Mercedes‑Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) and its in-house operating system MB.OS. It is the first model range designed from scratch to put the company's Ambition 2039 on the road, whereby it aims to achieve net.

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Out with the Old, In with the New

Clean Fleet Report

Out with the Old, In with the New The Ultimate Guide to Selling Your Car This article may contain affiliate links. Are you tired of the same old car but aren’t sure what to do about it? Is the thought of selling your vehicle daunting and overwhelming? Don’t worry—we understand! Selling a car can be complicated, time-consuming and stressful.

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Renault Scenic E-Tech electric debuts at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich

EV Specifications

The all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech electric debuted at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich. This EV is designed around families and their need to travel freely and safely. It blends seamlessly into the Renaulution strategic plan: it is electric, up-to-the-minute, brimming with useful and intuitive technology, and designed more sustainably. As a reminder, SCENIC is the acronym for Safety Concept Embodied.

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New compact Mercedes-Benz electric cars will have more than 750km range and charge twice as fast

EV Central

Mercedes-Benz’s new generation of compact EVs will be able to recharge at double the speed of the brand’s current electric cars. And they also will be able to drive more than 750km on a charge. These promises were made by Mercedes-Benz chairman Ola Källenius at the unveiling of the Concept CLA Class at the IAA Mobility 2023 expo in Munich on Sunday evening.