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Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy closes out £3M late seed funding round

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Solid-state sodium-ion battery company LiNa Energy has closed out a £3-million (US$3.4-million) late seed funding round, primarily from existing investors. ( Earlier post.) This funding will accelerate the path to commercialization through developing a next-generation electrolyte, automating manual processes to assemble more cells, and perform pre-FEED studies ahead of investing in the next scale of manufacturing facilities.

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One in six EVs sold in Europe will be made by Chinese makers by 2025, Fitch Solutions says

CN EV Post

Chinese cars are affordable, while Western manufacturers can't offer enough electric vehicles, Fitch Solutions said. The post One in six EVs sold in Europe will be made by Chinese makers by 2025, Fitch Solutions says appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Ultra Lithium, Power Metals respond to Government of Canada’s order for Chinese divestment in critical minerals

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The Government of Canada has ordered three Chinese companies to divest from three Canadian critical mineral companies: Power Metals, Lithium Chile, and Ultra Lithium. ( Earlier post.) Ultra Lithium has now issued a statement noting that the company has been advised that Zangge Mining Investment (Chengdu) Co. Ltd. (Zangge) received the order from Government of Canada to divest.

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NIO's semi-solid-state battery supplier WeLion closes about $200 million in new funding

CN EV Post

Following the completion of the financing, WeLion will further accelerate the construction of its production line and increase its R&D investment. The post NIO's semi-solid-state battery supplier WeLion closes about $200 million in new funding appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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

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Panasonic breaks ground on new 30 GWh gigafactory in Kansas; focus on 2170 cylindrical cells

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Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd., a Panasonic Group company, began construction on a new lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in De Soto, KS, following the approval by Panasonic Holdings Corporation Board of Directors. The Kansas gigafactory will be the company’s second EV battery facility in the US, following the Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) facility in Sparks, Nevada.

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NIO reaches 1,200 swap stations in China

CN EV Post

NIO previously announced goals to have more than 1,300 battery swap stations and more than 6,000 supercharging piles in China by the end of 2022. The post NIO reaches 1,200 swap stations in China appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Wiener Linien Orders 60 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro all-electric city buses

Electric Cars Report

The Austrian metropolis of Vienna is now an even better place to live: The Wiener Linien transport company has ordered 60 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro vehicles. Low-floor buses with zero local emissions will be delivered from next year until 2025. By the end of 2025, Wiener Linien will convert nine of its more than 100 routes to […] The post Wiener Linien Orders 60 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro all-electric city buses appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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1st Self-Flying, 4-Seat, All-Electric, Vertical Takeoff & Landing Air Taxi

CleanTechnica EVs

California’s Wisk Aero claims that it has developed the first self-flying, fully electric, 4-seat air taxi in the world. This is its 6th generation air taxi and it is reportedly “designed to meet and exceed rigorous commercial safety standards, making it one of the safest systems in aviation,” according to Wisk Aero. But how real […].

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Tesla shares “Plaid” campaign to promote new Model S and Model X in China

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Tesla China has released a creative effort to promote its flagship vehicles, the Model S Plaid and Model X Plaid. Both vehicles, together with the company’s Tesla Bot prototype, were featured at the 5th China International Import Expo (CIIE). The Model S Plaid and Model X Plaid have been available in the United States for the past year, but the vehicle is yet to be formally launched in countries such as China.

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Deutsche Telekom (T-Mobile) to Buy 100% Electric Company Cars from 2023

CleanTechnica EVs

Deutsche Telekom (T-Mobile in the United States) is quite focused on taking climate action. That translates into a handful of core initiatives, including a plan to buy only 100% electric cars for its fleet starting in 2023. Deutsche Telekom also plans to “double its energy efficiency gains by 2024” and achieve climate neutrality within its […].

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

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Sunwoda to supply batteries for VW's HEV project

CN EV Post

This marks Sunwoda's entry into Volkswagen's high-voltage battery supplier system, the company said. The post Sunwoda to supply batteries for VW's HEV project appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Is The UK’s Best-Selling Electric Van

CleanTechnica EVs

The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is still the UK’s best-selling electric light commercial vehicle (e-LCV). The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has released its latest registration figures and the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is still number one in the UK. Vauxhall is the UK’s oldest surviving car brand, with its first model rolling off the […].

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VinES and Li-Cycle Launch Global Battery Recycling Partnership

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Li-Cycle, a Toronto-based lithium-ion battery resource recovery and lithium-ion battery recycling company, and a battery and cell pack manufacturer and a member company of Vingroup company, announced the launch of a global recycling partnership. Under the new partnership, the companies are exploring global recycling solutions for VinES and VinFast, a global electric vehicle manufacturer that […] The post VinES and Li-Cycle Launch Global Battery Recycling Partnership appeared first on Elect

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This clear window coating could cool buildings by up to a whopping 31%

Electrek

Scientists have used advanced computing tech and AI to design a clear window coating that could lower the temperature inside buildings, thus saving a whole lot of cooling energy. more…. The post This clear window coating could cool buildings by up to a whopping 31% 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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Cumulative 2022 EV Sales in California in Q3 Surpass Total EV Sales in 2021

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Following second quarter’s slight decrease in California’s EV sales numbers, Q3 of 2022 came back with a vengeance that even surpassed Q1’s record setting sales numbers by nearly 10,000 vehicles, according to tracking by ?Veloz ?– a Sacramento-based nonprofit dedicated to growing the adoption and understanding of electric cars by consumers.

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Honda Exhibits World Premiere of the “e:N2 Concept EV”

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On Friday, November 6, Honda Brand introduced the world premiere of the e:N2 Concept at the 5th China International Import Expo (CIIE). The expo event is being hosted in Shanghai, China. Honda released the concept for the second phase of its e:N Series of models — the EV model series they plan to market and […].

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US uni student uses Ford electric utes to charge his electric plane in “world first”

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A US engineering student is planning the first ever electric flight to be charged from an EV, and has already successfully completed a test run. The post US uni student uses Ford electric utes to charge his electric plane in “world first” appeared first on The Driven.

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Kia America Plugs Into Final Round Of Electrify Expo 2022

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Note: Several core members of CleanTechnica will also be at Electrify Expo in Austin. Reach out if you’ll be there and want to meet up. Kia America has announced it will once again be attending the Electrify Expo, the final show in the series in Austin, Texas, on November 11–13. Kia will be joined by […].

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Is XPeng going to launch EREV models? Rumors swirl over weekend, company exec denies

CN EV Post

Rumors that XPeng may launch extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) festered on Chinese social media over the weekend, and the company's co-founder denied it. The post Is XPeng going to launch EREV models? Rumors swirl over weekend, company exec denies appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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GMC Hummer EV Pickup & SUV Sold Out For At Least Two Years

CleanTechnica EVs

It looks like there is some bad news if you were wanting to purchase a 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup or SUV. They are sold out, and it looks like the waiting list is two or more years. Ever since the GMC Hummer EV Pickup was revealed and subsequently launched, demand for the really cool […].

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Chip Fabs Go Green

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At this week's COP27 climate conference in Egypt , attendees will have a new group to contend with: an alliance of more than 60 companies involved in the electronics supply chain. Called the Semiconductor Climate Consortium , it formed last week in collaboration with SEMI , the industry association for the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain.

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EV Explainer: Watt’s the deal with electric car charging and range?

The Driven EV News

How to mentally swap the watt for the litre in terms of electric vehicle refuelling, fuel use, and driving range. The post EV Explainer: Watt’s the deal with electric car charging and range? appeared first on The Driven.

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Honda teases the e:N2 Concept as design quideline for its upcoming EVs

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At the Fifth China International Import Expo, which began today in Shanghai, Honda exhibited the world premiere of the e:N2 Concept, the concept model for the second set of its e:N Series models, the Honda-brand EV model series in China. The exterior design of the e:N2 Concept features sharp and dynamic body lines and surface finishing which highlights the metallic look, aiming to present new.

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Rivian R1T Vs R1S: It's Time For An Off-Road Hill Climb Challenge

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Rivian designed its EVs to be some of the best Overlanding vehicles. How do they differ as far as off-road performance is concerned?

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Tesla starts construction of 2nd New Mexico store in American Indian land

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Recent reports have indicated that Tesla is working with American Indian organizations to bypass a ban on direct-to-consumer automobile sales in New Mexico. In this light, Tesla has started the construction of its second store on Santa Ana Pueblo land. The facility is expected to open in May 2023. The new Tesla facility was announced by tribal and company officials Friday.

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Panasonic Energy breaks ground on its EV battery factory in Kansas

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Panasonic Energy began construction on a new lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas. The project will drive significant economic activity and opportunities for the local Kansas economy making the state a key player in the domestic electric vehicle (EV) industry. Facility construction is focused on rapidly ramping up manufacture of "2170" cylindrical Li-ion batteries to meet.

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Tesla Model Y Long-Term Tester After 25,000 Miles: Was It Worth It?

InsideEVs

There's a whole lot of hype around Tesla and the super-popular Model Y crossover. Here's what to expect.

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The Durant Guild announces the Cadillac CELESTIQ in China

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The Durant Guild today hosted the China debut of the Cadillac CELESTIQ at the China International Import Expo 2022 (CIIE) in Shanghai. The ultra-luxury sedan has been announced to become the first member of the curated iconic portfolio of The Durant Guild. The Durant Guild was launched in September as a dedicated digital community to meet the needs of local consumers for a more diverse range of.

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Tesla Model 3s and Model Ys now in stock, just not in Australia

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In some markets, multiple Model 3 and Model Y EVs can be purchased and delivered almost immediately from existing stock. But not in Australia. The post Tesla Model 3s and Model Ys now in stock, just not in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Canoo announced its EV battery module manufacturing facility in Oklahoma

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Canoo has announced a battery module manufacturing facility at MidAmerica Industrial Park in Pryor, OK. The new facility will expand Canoo's manufacturing and employment footprint in the region. Once ramped, the facility will be capable of approximately 3200 MWh of battery module manufacturing capacity. Canoo's battery campus will implement workforce training programs in partnership with the.

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Volvo Global Plug-In Car Sales Rebound To 20,000 In October 2022

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All-electric cars for the very first time captured 15% share of the Volvo's sales.

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SK On signs lithium hydroxide supply deal with world's leading producer SQM

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SK On announced today it signed a lithium hydroxide supply deal with Chile’s SQM, a move that will further strengthen the company’s supply chain for critical battery materials in coping with the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) following its recent deals with Australian lithium developers. Under the deal, SK On shall purchase up to 57,000 tons of high-quality lithium hydroxide for five years.

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Toyota Reportedly Considering Electric Vehicle Strategy Reboot

InsideEVs

Some of the 30 EVs announced last year won't see a production line.

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Rheinmetall introduces curbstone chargers for e-mobility in city centers and metropolitan areas

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At an E-Mobility Conference organized by the VDE, the German Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies, the Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall recently presented a novel solution concept for charging electric vehicles: curbstone chargers. Rheinmetall curbstone chargers blend into the cityscape almost invisibly, offering a solution to the challenges posed by existing charging systems, such as large space requirements, low point density, aesthetic downsides, and