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RBC cuts Tesla’s price target to $320, with a potential upside of 34%

Teslarati

RBC Capital Markets analyst Tom Narayan cut Tesla’s price target from $440 to $320. RBC is the latest firm to lower its Tesla price target. However, the RBC analyst’s new TSLA price target still represents a potential upside of 34%. Narayan follows other TSLA analysts who have cut their price targets for the company. Goldman Sachs also lowered its Telsa price target to $320 from $345.

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Elon Musk May Need to Recalculate His Opinion on EV Tax Credit Repeal

CleanTechnica EVs

On the campaign trail last year, asked about US EV subsidies, Elon Musk said that he was opposed to all subsidies and would be happy with both EV and fossil fuel subsidies being removed. Of course, Republicans in control of everything are not going to remove fossil fuel subsidies . [continued] The post Elon Musk May Need to Recalculate His Opinion on EV Tax Credit Repeal appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Synthetic Data Paves the Way for Self-Driving Cars

Cars That Think

Self-driving cars were supposed to be in our garages by now, according to the optimistic predictions of just a few years ago. But we may be nearing a few tipping points, with robotaxi adoption going up and consumers getting accustomed to more and more sophisticated driver-assistance systems in their vehicles. One company thats pushing things forward is the Silicon Valley-based Helm.ai , which develops software for both driver-assistance systems and fully autonomous vehicles.

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Tesla receives its first robotaxi permit in California

Teslarati

Ahead of Tesla’s plans to roll out a fleet of commercial robotaxis, the company has gained its first permit in a series of those needed to begin operating driverless ride-hailing services in California. On Monday, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) announced the approval of Tesla’s application for a charter-party carrier permit, which licenses the company to run ride-hailing and chauffeur services in the state, according to a report from Reuters on Tuesday.

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

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5 Tips for Stellar Technical Presentations

Cars That Think

This article is part of our exclusive career advice series in partnership with the IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society. Ive taught graduate-level communication courses to working professionals in high-tech disciplines for more than a decade. Although students who come to my programs are skilled in technical areas, expertise is only part of the equation for professional success.

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BYD debuts 5-minute EV charging system

Teslarati

BYD recently debuted a 5-minute electric vehicle (EV) charging system, a game-changer in the ever-growing industry. BYD’s 5-minute EV charging system means all-electric cars can charge as fast as internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles fill up at a gas station. EV charging times remain one of the concerns consumers dwell over when transitioning from ICE to electric vehicles.

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How Are We Feeling About The Automotive Market These Days?

The Truth About Cars

The automotive market has felt out of whack for quite some time. Dealer markups may have abated to a degree, with discounts starting to manifest, but we dont really seem to be encountering the kinds of reasonable pricing North America enjoyed prior to 2020. Automakers have continued to prioritize larger vehicles that are easier to get past emissions and offer better profit margins.

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Another Leading US Bank Downgraded Tesla Stock

CleanTechnica EVs

Well Fargo piles on as BMW and other EV makers cut into Tesla's EV sales advantage, contributing to an 8-week losing streak for Tesla stock, and counting. The post Another Leading US Bank Downgraded Tesla Stock appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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GM Expands Recall for Transmission-Related Wheel Lockup Issue

The Truth About Cars

General Motors is expanding a recall it issued last year as it discovered more vehicles affected by the problem. The recall, which covers a problem that could cause the wheels to lock up, now impacts more than a half-million vehicles from Chevrolet and Cadillac. The November 2024 recall hit almost 500,000 vehicles over an issue with the transmission, and this most recent action pushes the total past the half-million mark.

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The End of the Gas-Powered Vehicle Era — Look at the Numbers

CleanTechnica EVs

Responding to an article yesterday about the potential effect of repealing the US EV tax credit, one of our readers provided a great, long comment on a topic I’ve been meaning to cover for months. The “fun with numbers” part is right at the end. Check out the comment below. [continued] The post The End of the Gas-Powered Vehicle Era Look at the Numbers appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Jackery flash sale takes $2,500 off select units with extra savings + gift, Heybike Mars 2.0 hits $899 low, Autel EV charger, EGO, more

Electrek

Todays Green Deals are headlined by Jackerys Sustainable Power Flash Sale that is only running for a few days with up to $2,500 being taken off its power stations theres even some hangover St. Paddys Day extra savings and a free gift offer on select purchases. In a rare occurence directly from Jackery, we spotted the brands popular Explorer 100 Plus Portable Power Station dropping to $90 , among other notable offers.

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Elecq Home: The Future Of EV Charging Is Smarter, Safer, & More Efficient

CleanTechnica EVs

As an EV owner, I quickly learned that having a home charger isnt just about convenience — its about control. Public charging stations can be unreliable, expensive, or simply unavailable when you need them most. At home, I wanted a charger that wasnt just fast, but also smart enough to. [continued] The post Elecq Home: The Future Of EV Charging Is Smarter, Safer, & More Efficient appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla FSD rivalry heats up in China as Zeekr launches free version

Teslarati

Tesla FSD rivalry is heating up in China as another competitor, Zeekr, launches a free version of its advanced driver-assistance system. Zeekr’s driver-assist system will enable car owners to drive nearly autonomously from one location to a pre-set destination. Drivers are required to keep their hands on the steering wheel at all times during the drive.

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How To Get The Federal Tax Credit For Electric Vehicles

Green Energy Consumers

Back in November 2024, we wrote about the incoming federal administrations intention to do away with the federal tax credit for electric vehicles (EVs). Were now well into tax season in 2025, and the federal tax credit is still in existence for now. However, we do have important news to share, whether you bought an EV in 2024 or are considering buying one in 2025.

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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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NIO, CATL partner to create world’s largest battery swap network

Electric Cars Report

NIO and CATL signed a strategic partnership to advance the high-quality development of the new energy vehicle industry by building a battery swapping network for passenger vehicles across the full range of products. The post NIO, CATL partner to create world’s largest battery swap network appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Part of The Grand Tour Trio Returns for New Show

The Truth About Cars

Part of the iconic trio from The Grand Tour and Top Gear are returning for a special, but its not what youre likely hoping for. James May and Richard Hammond are teaming up on a new show called The Not Very Grand Tour , a retrospective that covers some of their more memorable moments on camera. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May last teamed up on the final special from Amazons The Grand Tour last year, but Clarkson wont be a part of the new show, with his appearances limited to film

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Look out Tesla Model 3! 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA arrives with advanced tech and 792km range

EV Central

The all-new 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA has been fully unwrapped with benchmark range claims ahead of its Down Under debut in the second half of next year. The first car to ride on Benz’s all-new MMA platform, the second-gen Mercedes CLA will be offered first with all-electric power or with a mild-hybrid powertrain to follow. Opt for the base CLA 250+ with EQ Technology (the new suffix that indicates it’s an EV) and you get a single rear motor that produces a healthy 200kW and 335Nm.

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Stuff We Use: OBD2 Code Readers

The Truth About Cars

On our never-ending quest to improve this place by listening to feedback from the B&B, we are taking a new tack with these product posts, choosing instead to focus on items we have actually used or purchased with our own meagre income. After all, if were giving you the truth about cars, we ought to give you the truth about car accessories. Nearly all TTAC readers and writers have wrenched on a vehicle equipped with the OBD-II diagnostic system.

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Touching down soon! XPeng’s enormous Land Aircraft Carrier coming to Australia. Yours for a mere $450,000!

EV Central

If you enjoy off-roading and flying then XPeng has the vehicle landing in Australia just for you. Its called the Land Aircraft Carrier and it combines a huge 6×6 wagon with a two-seat electric VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) aircraft. The first example is due in Australia within months and local XPeng importer TrueEV says it will have promotional duties.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 can now get free ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger

Electric Cars Report

Qualifying Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 customers can use their charging credit on multiple networks using the ChargePoint mobile app, including IONNA, EVgo, Shell Recharge, and ChargePoint. The post Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 can now get free ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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How to Modify a Toyota Supra A90: Quick and Easy Build

The Truth About Cars

The guys from Speed Academy take a swing at a 2020 Toyota Supra A90 build thats practical and performance enhancing. Vin, a friend of Speed Academy, loaned us his Supra, and we decided to surprise him with a few modifications that boost performance, improve sound and sharpen aesthetics. This is Part 1 of a two-part build series where we focus on a cat-back exhaust, a cold air intake and carbon fiber aero upgrades.

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Ford Craiova starts volume production of the new EV models

Electric Cars Report

Fords Puma Gen-E compact crossover, E-Tourneo Courier multi-activity vehicle and E Transit Courier van on their way to customers and showrooms across Europe now. The post Ford Craiova starts volume production of the new EV models appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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QOTD: Do You Trust Your Dealership Service Department?

The Truth About Cars

I've been wanting to ask this since we showed last week that consumer trust in dealership service departments is high. Other QOTDs took precedent. But now I have my chance. Do you trust your dealerships service department? I am curious about this not only as a car enthusiast and industry observer but also as a former service grunt myself. I was a porter, a greeter, and a service writer.

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Tesla (TSLA) stock crash on new data from China: here’s what’s happening

Electrek

Teslas (TSLA) stock crashed by as much as 4% in pre-market trading on new data coming from China. Lets dive into whats happening.

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BYD's New 'Megawatt' EV Charging Is So Fast It Makes Gas Irrelevant

InsideEVs

Vehicles built on this platform will be able to add 249 miles of range in just five minutes, marking a turning point for electric cars.

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Elon Musk’s biggest lie: Tesla vehicles are now appreciating assets

Electrek

Elon Musks biggest lie has probably been that Tesla vehicles are now appreciating assets. Not only are Tesla vehicles depreciating at a faster rate than the rest of the market, but the lie was also connected to Musks pie-in-the-sky self-driving predictions.

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Used Car of the Day: 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV

The Truth About Cars

Today we go back to the '70s with this 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. The engine and transmission have been rebuilt and so has the A/C, which now apparently works well. The interior has been reupholstered and this car rides on Kumho rubber. There's also a carbon-fiber driveshaft. You can find this one in San Francisco for $58,000. Click here for more. [Images: Seller] Become aTTAC insider.

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China starts 2025 at the front of the global EV market

Baua Electric

18 March 2025 Read next SMMT Electrified: Charging infrastructure and government support key to UK EV growth 17 March 2025 Read next The Automotive Update: Northvolt files for bankruptcy 14 March 2025 Read next New LCV registrations continue to fall in UK as auction activity rises 13 March 2025 China drove the global battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) markets in January 2025.

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Several Tesla vehicles burned down in Las Vegas and Kansas City, arson suspected

Electrek

Several Tesla vehicles were set on fire at Tesla service center in Las Vegas. More Tesla vehicles were also set on fire in Kansas, arson is also suspected in this case, but its not confirmed.

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What is a tariff?

Baua Electric

18 March 2025 Read next The Automotive Update: Northvolt files for bankruptcy 14 March 2025 Read next New LCV registrations continue to fall in UK as auction activity rises 13 March 2025 Read next EV outlook 2025 What is in store for Europe? 12 March 2025 Tariffs can have a significant impact on the automotive industry. But what are the different types of tariffs, why are they implemented and who ends up paying for them?

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Tesla Values Are Tanking Three Times Faster Than Any Other Brand

InsideEVs

Plus, Audi weighs a new "entry-level" EV as well as big cost cuts, and Carlos Ghosn says Elon Musk could fix Nissan.

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BYD targets 5-minute EV charge at thousands of sites in China

Baua Electric

Chinese automaker BYD on Monday unveiled a new high-power charging system which it plans to deploy at thousands of locations in its home country. As reported by Reuters, the BYD “Super E-Platform” enables megawatt charging 1,000 kw of powerand can add 400 kilometers of range, or nearly 250 miles, in five minutes of charging at that peak, BYD founder Wang Chuanfu said during a livestream from the automaker’s Shenzhen headquarters.

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BYD targets 5-minute EV charge at thousands of sites in China

Green Car Reports

Chinese automaker BYD on Monday unveiled a new high-power charging system which it plans to deploy at thousands of locations in its home country. As reported by Reuters, the BYD "Super E-Platform" enables megawatt charging—1,000 kw of power—and can add 400 kilometers of range, or nearly 250 miles, in five minutes of charging at that.

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Hyundai is about to shake things up its new ‘Pleos’ brand: Here’s what we know so far

Electrek

In less than two wee ks, Hyundai will unveil its groundbreaking new Pleos brand. The brand will introduce advanced new software and tech that will be used in upcoming Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. We will also get our first look at its new development platform. Heres what we know about Hyundai Pleos so far.

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