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Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall 147,000 US EVs over 12V battery issue

Green Car Reports

Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis are recalling nearly 150,000 EVs in the U.S. over an electronics issue that may cause 12-volt batteries to lose charge while driving. The recall population includes 98,878 Hyundai and Genesis EVs from model years 2023 and 2024—including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis Electrified GV70.

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BYD’s new EV, starting at less than $10,000, is stoking fear across the industry

Electrek

Leading EV maker BYD shook the industry after unveiling the new Seagull (Dolphin Mini), with starting prices as low as $9,700 (69,800 yuan). Although BYD’s new EV, which earned the nickname “Lamborghini mini,” is not sold in the US, American automakers are taking notes.

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Tesla looks ready to roll out wireless EV charging

Teslarati

Tesla appears to be ready to roll out wireless EV charging, according to the company’s Service Manual. Wireless EV charging is still technically in the early stages of development, but it seems to be clearly advantageous for people, and automakers realize that. Tesla has been diving into wireless EV charging development for some time, as last year, it acquired a company called Wiferion.

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EV Market Share in 17 Countries — USA, China, & 15 European Countries

CleanTechnica EVs

While creating an article rounding up US electric vehicle sales stats, it also came to mind to round up some country EV market share stats and charts. Max Holland does a fantabulous job of tracking and reporting in detail on EV sales and EV market share in France, the UK, [continued] The post EV Market Share in 17 Countries — USA, China, & 15 European Countries appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Tesla no longer AI training compute constrained: Elon Musk

Teslarati

Tesla Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta and Autopilot users may see more rapid improvements to their advanced driver-assist systems in the coming months. This was hinted at recently by CEO Elon Musk, who noted in a post on X that Tesla is no longer AI training compute constrained. Musk’s comments were posted as a response to noted tech author and futurist Robert Scoble , who stated in a post on X that Tesla AI is “very underrated.” Scoble also argued that those who think Tesla has c

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Texas installs another big solar + battery storage project

Electrek

Power-hungry Texas needs solar and battery storage to help meet demand and balance the grid, so its largest utility-scale storage operator is delivering.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6, Kona EV are two of the cheapest cars (EV or gas) to lease at just $169/mo

Electrek

Who said EVs are not affordable? Hyundai is offering two of the cheapest cars to lease (EV or gas-powered), the IONIQ 6 and Kona EV, in the US, with prices as low as $169 per month.

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Tesla reportedly trims production output at Giga Shanghai

Teslarati

Tesla is reportedly trimming production output at Gigafactory Shanghai, attempting to match manufacturing levels with demand in a strong market with plenty of worthy competitors. A new report from Bloomberg suggests that Tesla employees at the plant in Shanghai were told it would lower production of both the Model 3 sedan and Model Y crossover. These are the two vehicle models built at the factory.

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ZEEKR ‘mixes’ it up with its fifth EV model – a funky new van designed for traveling families

Electrek

Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR has confirmed its 5th EV model – a new van-like multi-purpose vehicle called the MIX. Designed for families with a traveling lifestyle, the ZEEKR MIX is the latest in China’s growing segment of all-electric family-size vehicles.

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Tesla Giga Berlin protesters aim to build more treehouses

Teslarati

Tesla Giga Berlin’s treehouse protesters are looking to extend their stay in the forest surrounding the Model Y production facility. The group’s intentions were shared by a spokesperson earlier this week. The “Stop Tesla” initiative is among the groups looking to disrupt Giga Berlin’s operations. So far, the group has opted to build treehouses in the monoculture forest near Giga Berlin as part of their efforts against the EV maker’s expansion plans.

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

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Tesla Cybertruck is wireless inductive charging-ready

Electrek

Tesla Cybertruck is ready for wireless inductive charging based on new connectors found on the electric pickup truck’s battery pack.

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Tesla revises late-night driving and its affect on Safety Score

Teslarati

Tesla has revised how late-night driving can affect your Safety Score. Tesla’s Safety Score gives drivers feedback on how they drive and uses a variety of factors to determine the probability of an accident in the future. Although the feature has been available for some time, Tesla continues to refine and improve it , just like it does with other offerings, aiming to constantly improve its operational accuracy.

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US EPA issues new vehicle emission standards, boosting electric cars and hybrids

Electric Cars Report

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced final national pollution standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032 and beyond. These standards will avoid more than 7 billion tons of carbon emissions and provide nearly $100 billion of annual net benefits to society, including $13 billion of annual public […] The post US EPA issues new vehicle emission standards, boosting electric cars and hybrids appeared first on Electric

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BMW previews future electric SUV with faster charging, more range

Green Car Reports

BMW continues to preview its next-generation EVs with a new concept car, while also providing a bit more detail on some of the engineering for these new models, which are due to start production next year. The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X is an electric SUV that forecasts a model due to start production in Debrecen, Hungary, in 2025. It follows the.

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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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The DOJ Thinks Apple CarPlay is Bad for Consumers and the Industry

The Truth About Cars

A significant percentage of new car buyers want Apple CarPlay in their next vehicle, but that popularity has the government on high alert. As part of its recent antitrust lawsuit against the tech giant, the U.S. Department of Justice listed CarPlay , saying that it stifled the development of technologies that could work with a phone while residing in the vehicle’s interface.

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10 US Electric Car Sales Stats & 13 Charts

CleanTechnica EVs

I create so many US EV sales reports that I typically just assume stats are clear and easy to find … but then I go looking for a specific stat and it takes me a while. Recently, I even realized that we didn’t have charts or series of stats published. [continued] The post 10 US Electric Car Sales Stats & 13 Charts appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai’s rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT caught testing for the first time – A Rivian R3X rival?

Electrek

A new rugged IONIQ 5 model is set to hit the market soon. Ahead of its debut, Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5 XRT was caught out in the wild testing for the first time as a new video gives us our closest look yet. Will it compete with Rivian’s recently revealed R3X?

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FreeWire Technologies Announces Zero Up-Front Cost Program For Businesses

CleanTechnica EVs

One big challenge I want to see tackled is rural EV charging. By rural, I don’t mean small towns along the interstate, but rather places along the other U.S. and state highways that people like to visit but can’t easily get to in an EV. Last year, I decided I. [continued] The post FreeWire Technologies Announces Zero Up-Front Cost Program For Businesses appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Say it ain’t so: BMW, Volkswagen, and Renault take aim at Europe’s ICE ban phase-out

Electrek

The heads of BMW, Volkswagen, and Renault have spoken out against European Union’s emission targets in recent days, arguing that the phase-out rules put too much pressure on the industry and that consumers aren’t buying EVs fast enough. Next year, the policy will tighten ahead of the full ban of gas and diesel cars in 2035, leaving automakers to pay steep fines if they fall short.

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Volkswagen Announces ID. Buzz GTX, A Performance Version of the Reborn Microbus

CleanTechnica EVs

In most ways, the ID. Buzz is already good enough to capture a buyer. Using a paint scheme and overall shape that’s reminiscent of the classic Microbus, the road to a purchase is paved with sentimental value. But one thing an EV can have that most Microbuses never had is. [continued] The post Volkswagen Announces ID. Buzz GTX, A Performance Version of the Reborn Microbus appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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GM Offering Reimbursement to Early Chevy Blazer EV Owners

The Truth About Cars

General Motors desperately needed its next-generation EVs to make a good impression. The company is fighting Ford and others in a race to match and outperform Tesla, but it hasn’t had the best luck along the way. After announcing that Ultium-based EVs would not offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, GM issued a stop sale for the Chevy Blazer EV over software issues.

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BMW Neue Klasse models will come with bidirectional charging as a standard

Electric Cars Report

BMW Neue Klasse models scheduled for launch in 2025 will be able to store electricity and function as a power outlet. They are equipped with technology for bidirectional charging – i.e. the ability to both accept and supply electricity. With the latest design studies, the BMW Vision Neue Klasse sedan and the BMW Vision Neue […] The post BMW Neue Klasse models will come with bidirectional charging as a standard appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Not a Joke: Tesla is Giving Away a Sledgehammer As a Referral Reward

The Truth About Cars

The world does not need another way for Tesla superfans to show their love for the company. Beyond the endless legions of people (or bots) willing to spring into action online anytime someone speaks ill of the company, it has released novelty products, like liquor, to adoring fans. The company is now offering another way to show Tesla love. Head designer Franz von Holzhausen recently tweeted images of the CyberHammer, an actual sledgehammer available through Tesla’s referral program as a reward.

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Ford may build its affordable EV platform in this key overseas market to revamp sales

Electrek

Amid its shift to more affordable electric vehicles, Ford could build its new EV platform overseas as it looks to revamp sales.

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How Do Automakers Handle Politics?

The Truth About Cars

As regular readers know, the regulatory side of the automotive industry is hugely important. It's not as fun to read about as a well-written car review of some sexy sports car being tested in Spain, but it matters a lot. Not just to those employed in the industry (or in industry-adjacent jobs, like mine) but also to the car-buying public. In order to make a bit more sense of how automakers navigate this part of the business, we spoke with James Bell, the head of corporate communications for Kia.

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LG Energy Solution partners with battery recycling branch in Australia

Teslarati

LG Energy Solution (LGES) is partnering with Envirostream’s recycling branch, Lithium Australia, to recycle lithium-ion batteries. According to the company’s announcement, its partnership could position Envirostream at the forefront of the battery recycling market in Australia. The pair aim to recycle 770 tonnes of recalled lithium-ion batteries in Envirostream’s facilities.

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Used Car of the Day: 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Truth About Cars

Today we bring you some cheap wheels. The ask for this 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is just $3,800. This California-based Jeep has 253,000 miles on it and is four-wheel drive with aftermarket tires/wheels and the 4.7-liter V8. It has the tow package and the seller upgraded the front brake calipers and rotors. Our very concise seller also says it runs well and has been well-maintained.

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Delta Launches 500kW DC Ultra-fast EV Charger UFC 500

Electric Cars Report

Taiwanese power management company Delta Electronics is launching its 500kW DC Ultra-fast EV Charger UFC 500. Designed to charge one heavy duty electric vehicle (e-truck/e-Bus) with large battery capacity at 460 kW power within 2 hours, which, on average, result in a driving range for a full-day operation. In public charging applications, the simultaneous charging […] The post Delta Launches 500kW DC Ultra-fast EV Charger UFC 500 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Pumped Up Kicks: 2025 Nissan Kicks Gains Square Styling

The Truth About Cars

Leaning into the connection between its name and slang for sneakers, Nissan unveiled the 2025 Kicks in Brooklyn at the opening rounds of this year’s NCAA tourney at Barclays Center. The compact crossover does move in the right direction in terms of its styling, notably binning the so-called ‘V Motion’ corporate grille in favor of something a great deal more rectilinear.

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Wait, What? Two New Hydrogen Motorcycle Projects Keep The Hopium Coming

CleanTechnica EVs

In today’s news that makes you hmmm… A couple of recent news items from some well-known organizations caught my eye, not just because they are both working on hydrogen fuel cell motorcycle projects, but also because the names of both institutions have a certain cachet in the tech world that. [continued] The post Wait, What? Two New Hydrogen Motorcycle Projects Keep The Hopium Coming appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Podcast: Tesla slows production, Audi Q6 e-tron, GM Ultium turns a corner, and more

Electrek

On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla slowing down production, Audi Q6 e-tron unveiling, GM Ultium turning a corner, and more.

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Attacking Electric Vehicles Has Become An Aggressive Political Campaign Tactic

CleanTechnica EVs

In 350 BCE, Aristotle said, “An emotional speaker always makes their audience feel with them, even when there is nothing in their arguments, which is why many speakers try to overwhelm their audience by mere noise.” Ah, it is as if the ancient Greek philosopher could predict the embedded turmoil. [continued] The post Attacking Electric Vehicles Has Become An Aggressive Political Campaign Tactic appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Comment on Nio's power unit signs deal with Anhui's Zhongan to advance swap station buildout by GustavoMan627

CN EV Post

Zhongan and Nio Power will jointly promote the construction of 1,000 battery swap stations, creating an open energy network and a battery asset management and operation system, Nio said.

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Here’s where Virginia is installing its first 18 NEVI EV chargers

Electrek

Virginia is handing out $11.295 million in federal grants to install 18 NEVI-compliant EV chargers – here's where they're going.

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