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Tesla wipes odometer on Cybertruck in service, scratches it, and returns it to owner

Electrek

Tesla has wiped off the 26,000 miles on the odometer of a Cybertruck in service, scratched the vehicle, and then returned it to the owner like nothing happened.

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“We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost

The Driven EV News

New research shows the tipping point for cost parity for electric trucks and diesel trucks is close than expected. "We were surprised," say the researchers. The post “We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD launches the new low-cost e7 EV in China, starting at under $15,000

Electrek

BYDs new EV is about the size of a Tesla Model 3, but half the cost in China. After launching the e7, BYD is already boasting that it will be the winners choice for midsize EV sedans. Heres our first look at the new low-cost electric sedan.

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Volkswagen Is Working On A Bunch Of Electric GTI 'Monsters'

InsideEVs

The ID.2 GTI will be the first to arrive, followed by an electric Golf GTI. But VW isnt stopping there.

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Tesla paid Powerwall owners $10 million through virtual power plants

Electrek

Tesla announced it paid Powerwall owners $9.9 million through its virtual power plant programs in 2024. Distributed energy is working.

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Prototype Computer Uses Noise to Its Advantage

Cars That Think

A new computing paradigmthermodynamic computinghas entered the scene. Okay, okay, maybe its just probabilistic computing by a new name. They both use noise (such as that caused by thermal fluctuations) instead of fighting it, to perform computations. But still, its a new physical approach. If youre talking about computing paradigms, no, its this same computing paradigm, as probabilistic computing, says Behtash Behin-Aein , the CTO and founder of probabilistic computing startup Ludwig Computing (

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Tesla Finally Accepts Cybertruck Trade-Ins, But The Offers Are Depressing

InsideEVs

The Tesla Cybertruck is turning into the ultimate depreciation machine.

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Xiaomi to launch its new YU7 this week as a potential game-changing SUV

Electrek

About one year after first catching wind that EV newcomer Xiaomi Automobile was working on an SUV wed come to know as the YU7, the company is finally set to launch the new model in China. This will be a direct competitor to the Tesla Model Y and has the potential to reimagine the all-electric SUV market in China.

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Tesla Robotaxi deemed a total failure by media — even though it hasn’t been released

Teslarati

Tesla Robotaxi is among the biggest tech developments of the year, and its June launch date has not yet arrived. This does not matter to skeptics of the company, as they have already deemed the rollout a “failure,” “an enormous mess,” and plenty of other adjectives. No matter what, several outlets are already leaning on biased opinions and a lack of true evidence that points in any direction.

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Tesla Finally Accepts Cybertruck Trade-Ins, But The Offers Are Depressing

InsideEVs

A couple of Cybertruck owners got their quotes in the mail, and the numbers arent looking good.

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

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It’s official: Volkswagen confirms new electric Golf GTI will be FWD only

Electrek

Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schfer has confirmed the companys plans to develop a full range of monster electric hot-hatches, including an all-new electric Golf GTI that will stay true to its iconic namesake with a boxy profile and, of course, front-wheel drive.

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Cybertruck Owners Can Now Trade In Their Trucks for a Significant Loss

The Truth About Cars

Tesla hasnt always accepted trade-ins or allowed leaseholders to buy the vehicle at the end of the lease term, which impacted the Cybertruck. It was unable to be traded in for a new Tesla purchase, but the automaker recently opened the door for owners to trade their controversial EVs for a less polarizing model. Part of the reason for holding back on trade-ins is likely that depreciation is nuts.

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Hyundai is making a comeback in China and this new EV might just seal the deal

Electrek

Hyundai is gaining traction where most automakers are struggling to stay afloat. Despite a flood of low-cost electric cars and an intensifying price war, Hyundai sees an opportunity to write a new chapter with its first dedicated EV rolling out in China.

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VW Confirms New Electric Golf GTI Will Be FWD-Only

InsideEVs

Reject modernity, embrace tradition: No, your favorite hot hatch isn't getting RWD.

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

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Toyota’s new smart EV for China looks pretty sharp: Check out the bZ5

Electrek

Toyotas new bZ5 EV starts at about $18,000 in China and uses BYD batteries for a driving range of up to 630 km (391 miles). Can it keep up in the worlds largest EV market?

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The 2026 Lexus RZ Gets A Tesla Plug, 300 Miles Of Range, Simulated Shifts

InsideEVs

With up to 300 miles of range and Lexus' first "virtual manual gear shift system," the RZ gets a glow-up.

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CATL battery swap electric semi tech cleans up the “messy middle”

Electrek

Theres a CATL battery in just about every EV you can name , so its safe to say they know a thing or two about electrifying mobility at scale. Now, theyve turned their attention to heavy trucks and their proposed universal battery swap solution for HDEVs could be just the thing to clean up that messy middle.

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China One-Ups The World With The First Driverless Electric Mining Trucks

InsideEVs

Telecom giant and electric vehicle newcomer Huawei put its latest tech to good use in an open-pit mine.

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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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Tesla confirms annoying Full Self-Driving feature has been fixed

Teslarati

Tesla has confirmed that an annoying Full Self-Driving feature has been fixed. We reported last week that several owners reported changes in the feature, and now we have confirmation that it has been revised by Tesla. Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) does not require a driver’s hands to be on the steering wheel. However, eye movements and attentiveness are tracked through a cabin-facing camera, aiming to improve safety and limit loopholes in the system.

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IONITY secures €600m to expand EV infrastructure in Europe

Electric Cars Report

The leading provider of ultra-fast EV charging in Europe, IONITY, has secured a financing of up to 600 million, including 450 million in committed green loan facilities and a so-called accordion facility. The post IONITY secures 600m to expand EV infrastructure in Europe appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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The Base Chevrolet Silverado EV Is The 'Best’ Electric Pickup For Towing: Test

InsideEVs

You can get a great deal on a brand-new electric truck thats rated for 450 miles on a full charge. Its not perfect, though.

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Genesis GV90 sheds camo and shows off its ultra-luxe look

Electrek

Genesis is preparing to introduce its new flagship EV, the GV90. The brands largest, most luxurious electric SUV already looks stunning. The Genesis GV90 was spotted with less camo ahead of its debut, giving us a sneak peek of the ultra-luxe EV.

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Tesla bull, ARK head Cathie Wood says brand damage is not long-term

Teslarati

Tesla bull and head of ARK Invest, Cathie Wood, admitted during an interview with Bloomberg that she does believe the company has experienced some brand damage due to CEO Elon Musk’s political involvement. However, she does not believe it is a long-term issue. Over the past eight months, Musk’s involvement in the U.S. political landscape has swayed some to stop supporting Tesla, others to ditch their cars, and some to boycott the brand altogether.

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GM's EV Strategy Is Paying Off. It's Still Fighting This EV 'Mandate'

InsideEVs

Even GM doesn't want to end gas sales in this crucial state. Plus, more on what went wrong with the Apple Car.

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2025 Polestar 3 Video Review

The Truth About Cars

The Polestar 3 is here for 2025. Its the brands first two-row crossover SUV. And its beautiful. Clean lines form the body, which tightly wrap around the chassis. Narrow, sinister looking headlights hang out on either side of a front wing incorporated to the top of the front fascia, with the Polestar logo mounted on top. You see a subtle front and less subtle rear fender flares baked into the body in profile, which make space for as large as 22-inch wheels.

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How To Fix the Solar Cost Shift

Energy Institute at HAAS

Without major rate reform progress will be slow and incomplete. Not everyone has yet agreed that rooftop solar systems in Californias investor-owned utility territories shift significant costs onto other customers.

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Nissan may have just found its saviour… Toyota?

Electrek

Nissan is on the brink of collapsing. After the Honda deal fell through, it looks like another Japanese automaker is tossing it a lifeline. As Nissan struggles to stay afloat, Toyota is emerging as a potential backer in a new tie-up.

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Want A Nikola Hydrogen Truck? Now's Your Chance

InsideEVs

There are 103 completed hydrogen trucks up for grabs in the bankruptcy auction. Get one while you can.

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RJ Scaringe continues to showcase how much more optimized the R2 design will be

Electrek

Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe has posted another interesting facet into the design of the American automakers upcoming R2 BEVs. As youll see below, the Rivian R2s body harness has been significantly reduced in size, weight, and connections to enable lower assembly costs and an overall more environmentally friendly build.

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Grok 3 by xAI Rolls Out on Azure AI Foundry with Free Trial

Teslarati

xAIs Grok 3 model is now available on Microsofts Azure AI Foundry Models, launching with a free preview to drive AI innovation. The collaboration marks a significant step in making advanced AI accessible to developers worldwide. Grok 3 became available on Microsoft’s Azure AI Foundry Models on May 19, 2025. Developers can explore xAI’s Grok 3 at no cost through early June.

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XPeng unveils its latest EV! 2026 XPeng P7 is an AI-powered Porsche Taycan fighter

EV Central

XPeng has already impressed with the Tesla Model Y-rivalling G6 but now it wants to stun with its all-new XPeng P7 sports sedan. Set to go on sale in China in the second half of 2025, XPeng claims its rival for the likes of the Porsche Taycan and the Tesla Model S is more than a car. It says the second-generation P7 is its answer for the AI [artificial intelligence] era, a hint of some of the advanced tech that has shaped it.

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Report: Toyota Contacted Nissan After Collapse of Honda Merger Talks

The Truth About Cars

We started hearing that Foxconn and other companies had expressed interest in joining the deal after the Honda-Nissan merger talks collapsed, but one of the worlds largest automakers apparently considered jumping into the fray. A recent report states that Toyota offered Nissan a helping hand after the talks ended, but neither company has confirmed or elaborated on the situation.

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Exploring extreme plasma physics with ultra-intense lasers

Innovation News Network

Discover how petawatt lasers bring extreme astrophysical phenomena within reach of laboratory experiments due to their high intensity. The post Exploring extreme plasma physics with ultra-intense lasers appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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