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2025 Volvo EX30 EV will start at $36,245 in US form

Green Car Reports

Volvo has revealed U.S. pricing for its compact, Chinese-made electric car, the EX30. The 2025 Volvo EX30 will come in Core, Plus, and Ultra versions for the U.S., with all but the Core offered in a choice of single-motor rear-wheel-drive or dual-motor all-wheel-drive versions. The base EX30 Core, which is single-motor only, will start at $36,245.

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Tesla Model Y outsells all other passenger cars again in a bumper month of EV sales

The Driven EV News

Tesla dominated another good month of EV sales as more affordable options hit the market, with BYD and the MG4 also doing well. The post Tesla Model Y outsells all other passenger cars again in a bumper month of EV sales appeared first on The Driven.

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2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash signals range-boosting heat pump

Green Car Reports

The Ford F-150 Lightning Flash might sound like a special version of the electric pickup that accelerates quicker or charges faster. But it’s merely a new trim level of the Lightning lineup. The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash is pitched by Ford as a “tech-focused” proposition for shoppers, and positioned between the XLT and.

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EVs Take 63.4% Share In Sweden — Tesla Model Y Dominates

CleanTechnica EVs

September saw plugin EVs take 63.4% share in Sweden, up from 55.2% year on year. Most of the plugin growth came from full electrics, which alone took 44.4% share. Overall auto volume was 28,130 units, up some 28% YoY, and roughly in line with pre-2020 seasonal norms.

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

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EV maker Lordstown Motors' assets sold to original CEO for $10M

Green Car Reports

Lordstown Motors' founder and former CEO is buying the bankrupt EV maker's assets, according to a September 29 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Lordstown's "selling entities" said in the filing that Steve Burns made the only qualified bid for what's left of Lordstown, which filed for bankruptcy in late June. Burns.

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The world’s first artificial energy island just got the go-ahead

Electrek

The world’s first artificial energy island has secured its environmental permit, so it’s now all systems go in Belgium. more… The post The world’s first artificial energy island just got the go-ahead appeared first on Electrek.

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Is Powerwall 3 a precursor to Tesla finally going V2G?

Electrek

The newly launched Powerwall 3 might be an indication that Tesla is finally getting ready to bring bi-directional charging (V2G) to its electric vehicles. more… The post Is Powerwall 3 a precursor to Tesla finally going V2G? appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Rules In Europe, Volkswagen Climbing — Europe EV Sales Report

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla continues to be the best selling brand in Europe, but the Volkswagen brand continues to recover. Approximately 270,000 plugin vehicles were registered in August in Europe, +68% year over year (YoY). That’s the market’s highest growth rate since June 2021.

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Tesla Semi update: About 70 built to date, use Cybertruck parts, and more

Electrek

We get a small Tesla Semi update, thanks to Jay Leno. We now learn that Tesla has built about 70 Tesla Semi electric trucks. more… The post Tesla Semi update: About 70 built to date, use Cybertruck parts, and more appeared first on Electrek.

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Volvo EX30 pricing, Lordstown sold, Tesla and Rivian sales: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Tesla and Rivian update on sales. The remains of Lordstown Motors get flipped back to a familiar face. And Volvo gives its smallest EV a very attractive price tag. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Volvo has confirmed that its EX30 EV will start at $36,245 for the U.S., with deliveries expected to start next summer. That makes it a rival.

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

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Truck spotted hauling 5 Tesla Cybertrucks in Texas

Teslarati

In the latest sighting of Tesla’s highly anticipated Cybertruck, one onlooker spotted a semi-truck hauling five of the electric pickups in Texas this week. X user Greggertruck posted photos of a semi hauling five Cybertrucks on Tuesday, as originally spotted heading west on Interstate 10 in San Antonio. The trucks were originally spotted by Kenneth Neuberger of Tesla Owners San Antonio, who reportedly took the photos earlier in the day on Tuesday.

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All 2024 Ford F-150 Lightnings Come With A Heat Pump. Here's Why That's A Big Deal

InsideEVs

Ford adds heat pump to all 2024 F-150 Lightning. 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning to have a heat pump.

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Ford offers UAW “unprecedented” pay raises in its seventh offer

Teslarati

Ford Motor Co. offered unprecedented pay raises in its seventh offer to the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. “Ford has received two comprehensive counteroffers from the UAW , the last on Sept. 25. Ford’s latest offer provides our 57,000 UAW-represented employees with a record contract and a strong future,” stated the legacy automaker.

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New Florida-built electric speedboat offers high power and solar charging

Electrek

Blue Innovations Group (BIG), the electric boat startup founded by a former Tesla executive , has just launched its first electric boat. The R30 falls somewhere between an electric powerboat and a day cruiser, offering impressive specs in a spacious 30-foot (9.4 meter) package large enough for 12 passengers to relax in comfort. more… The post New Florida-built electric speedboat offers high power and solar charging 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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Tesla teases crazy new graffiti wrap for Cybertruck

Teslarati

Tesla rolled out its newest wrap for the Cybertruck by teasing a never-before-seen graffiti design on the side of the all-electric pickup, adding to the number of interesting designs we have seen so far on the vehicle. Tesla has said in the past that owners of the Cybertruck would be able to wrap it in any color or pattern, and while details on whether this will be done in-house or by a third party remain up in the air, we are seeing no shortage of designs.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV sales soar 203% in record-setting September

Electrek

The Hyundai IONIQ 5’s hot streak continues in the US, with sales of the electric SUV soaring 203% in September, setting a new record. more… The post Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV sales soar 203% in record-setting September appeared first on Electrek.

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Volvo EX30 Pricing Revealed: $34,950 For RWD And $44,900 For AWD

InsideEVs

A fully-equipped EX30 Twin Motor Performance Ultra will sell for $46,600, plus destination fees.

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Rivian CEO sees ‘very clear’ set of steps to profitability after Q3 EV delivery beat

Electrek

As EV deliveries pick up, Rivian ’s (RIVN) CEO RJ Scaringe says the company is seeing significant progress in lowering costs. As losses improve, Rivian’s leader explained, “We will see a very clear” set of steps toward profitability. more… The post Rivian CEO sees ‘very clear’ set of steps to profitability after Q3 EV delivery beat appeared first on Electrek.

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US: Hyundai Ioniq BEV Sales Quadrupled In September 2023

InsideEVs

The company achieved a record quarter with close to 17,000 Ioniq 5/Ioniq 6 sales.

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Volkswagen taps Tesla, Rivian vet to fix EV software issues

Electrek

Delays at Volkswagen’s Cariad software unit have already caused Porsche and Audi electric model launches to be pushed back. To turn things around, Volkswagen is hiring a former Tesla , Rivian, and Google executive to lead a new software design hub for future EVs. more… The post Volkswagen taps Tesla, Rivian vet to fix EV software issues appeared first on Electrek.

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Woman Critically Injured After Being Hit By Car, Then Run Over By Cruise Robotaxi

InsideEVs

The driverless taxi stopped on top of her, forcing San Francisco firefighters to use the jaws of life to lift the car off the woman.

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Tesla expands Cybertruck testing all the way to Mexico, adds new accessories

Electrek

Tesla has expanded Cybertruck testing all the way to Mexico – in Baja California, at the starting point of a rally in which Elon Musk hinted the Cybertruck would perform well. The automaker also seems to be testing new accessories. more… The post Tesla expands Cybertruck testing all the way to Mexico, adds new accessories appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Cybertruck sighted with apparent Starlink Mobility dish

Teslarati

Photos were recently shared depicting two Tesla Cybertruck units that were wrapped in colorful graffiti. One of the all-electric pickup trucks has now been sighted with what appears to be a Starlink Mobility dish on its roof. Tesla has been having fun with the release candidates of the Cybertruck. Some units have been sighted with a faux Ford F-150 wrap, and another has been spotted with a loud green Toyota Tundra wrap.

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Nevada’s largest – and only second – wind farm just got 70k acres from BLM

Electrek

The US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has set aside 70,000 acres of public land for what will become Nevada’s largest wind farm. more… The post Nevada’s largest – and only second – wind farm just got 70k acres from BLM appeared first on Electrek.

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Rivian accelerates EV production, as Tesla misses targets

Green Car Reports

Automakers' third-quarter production and delivery results are in, with positive signs for Rivian, less so for Tesla—but on an entirely different scale. Tesla production and deliveries were down versus the previous quarter. The automaker said it produced over 430,000 vehicles and delivered over 435,000. Despite the lower-performing quarter.

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Volvo’s EX30 SUV is small and goes fast, much like its newly unveiled US pricing

Electrek

Four months after its public debut in Italy, Volvo has confirmed the targeted pricing for its compact EX30 SUV in the US. As one of the first all-electric models to reach cost parity with its combustion counterparts, the EX30 has the makings to be a true game changer for Volvo Cars and the EV industry as whole. more… The post Volvo’s EX30 SUV is small and goes fast, much like its newly unveiled US pricing appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Cybertruck Infotainment UI Revealed In New Video

InsideEVs

There’s a glimpse of the battery percentage indicator.

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Cheaper electrics? Zero Motorcycles announces permanent price drops on all models

Electrek

Zero Motorcycles, a leading electric motorcycle manufacturer in the US, has just announced a permanent price drop across its entire line of 2022 and 2023 electric motorcycles sold in North America. more… The post Cheaper electrics? Zero Motorcycles announces permanent price drops on all models appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Adds Single Motor RWD Model Y To US Configurator

CleanTechnica EVs

There's a new Model Y in town in North America and it starts at $43,990; And by the way, it qualifies for the full federal tax credit!

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GM releases Q3 numbers, Bolt leads the way while Ultium finally ramps

Electrek

GM has released its Q3 delivery numbers and EV sales are plugging along, most notably with a huge increase in deliveries of GM’s first Ultium vehicles, the Cadillac Lyriq and Hummer EV, suggesting that GM might finally be getting Ultium off the ground. But compared to GM’s overall non-EV sales, the Q3 total of just over 20,000 EVs sold represents a rather small percentage for a company that has repeatedly stated it is “all-in” on EVs. more… The post GM releases Q3 numbers, Bolt leads the way whi

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Stay Current on How VR and AR Could Impact Your Industry

Cars That Think

From smartphone apps and immersive gaming experiences to digital twins and virtual surgical training, augmented and virtual reality technologies have come a long way. They are becoming increasingly commonplace as their applications grow. The global VR market is projected to nearly double in size, from less than US $12 billion last year to more than $22 billion by 2025, according to Statista.

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Ford unveils F-150 Lightning ‘Flash’ 320-mile range, high-tech cabin, heat pump for $70K

Electrek

A new electric truck will make its debut in Ford’s portfolio next year: the F-150 Lightning Flash. The new all-electric truck features a tech-focused interior and long-range capabilities at what Ford calls “the correct value.” more… The post Ford unveils F-150 Lightning ‘Flash’ 320-mile range, high-tech cabin, heat pump for $70K appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla’s applications for Dojo in FSD, Optimus and potentially more

Teslarati

Much excitement surrounding Tesla’s Dojo supercomputing cluster has been swirling in recent months since the system went online, and the automaker already expects it to be one of the world’s most powerful supercomputers by early next year. But one reporter recently noted that Dojo could someday have additional uses beyond processing vast amounts of data for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system and humanoid robot.

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Taking a motorcycle license exam on an electric bike could soon be possible

Electrek

Could riders hoping to get their motorcycle license soon be able to take the exam on an electric bike? That’s the case in Belgium after a new policy goes into effect, and it could spread elsewhere. more… The post Taking a motorcycle license exam on an electric bike could soon be possible appeared first on Electrek.